Bereavement

There's no "right" way to grieve and the process isn't linear. Honoring your son by working to defeat Abbott and Paxton sounds like a good lodestar, but don't feel bad if you find yourself needing to step back at times.

Grief can make us feel disoriented and un-tethered--when you're able, try to find connections in campaign work, support organizations, and friends who will sit with you in your grief.

In a few months, if you have time, you might want to try taking a class in something that interests you, joining a group, or volunteering to carve out a few hours a week just for you. A place free of expectations and questions where you can choose when or if you share your loss.

My sincere condolences.