Whatever the age of children, the thought of never seeing a loved one again is a hard concept to grasp. That first loss may take the form of a pet or a grandparent and, with this alert to mortality, children may develop a fear of losing a parent or even their own life. The loss of a loved one can have a devastating affect on us all, taking the form of a heavy presence that drains the light from family life. A grieving parent will leave an emotional imprint on children who are