Peer-Led Support Topic Meeting (Held the Second Tuesday of Month) - June

Peer Led Support Topic Meetings

Join fellow widows in a safe, supportive space to explore a monthly theme together. Led by peers who understand the journey, these meetings offer connection, shared wisdom, and practical tools for healing and growth.  Whether you're newly widowed or years into your path, this is a place to feel seen, heard, and supported.

Our topic this month is: "Part II: Creating a Connected Life"

Last month, we began our two‑part series on Overcoming Loneliness, and we closed our peer‑led topic meetings with a simple but powerful reflection:

“In an attempt to be less lonely, I will try to ______________.”

This month, in Part II, we turn toward the healing power of social connection --how it can help you create a life that feels more supported, more held, and more connected. At The W Connection, we know that Showing Up and Taking Small Steps matters.

Former U.S. Surgeon General Vivek Murthy describes three “Circles of Connection” --our acquaintances, our casual friends, and our closest confidantes --and notes that strong emotional bonds grow through honest communication.

This month, we’ll explore how nurture these circles of connections by:

• Honoring the connections we already have
• Recognizing when we need new build connections
• Learning how to intentionally create a connected life

Together, we continue moving from loneliness toward belonging.

Our Topic Committee suggest listening to Dawn's Video

The Topic committee suggests reading these articles:

• Friendships: Enrich your life and improve your health
• Are We Collecting Friends or Building Friendships?
• The Importance of Friends

Co-Leaders:  Gaby & Nana & Terri

Gabriella Major zooming in from New York, NY

About me: I was born in Hungary. As a teenager, together with my parents, we fled to the US without any knowledge of English and with
only the clothes on our backs. I got married right out of high school, and while raising 4 children I went back to school to get my BA and Master's degree in counseling. Four years after my first husband died, I had a second chance at love.

Interests: Volunteering for things I am passionate about; I am a docent at the Museum of Jewish Heritage, and an active volunteer at the W Connection.
Works well with: Retired career women.

Year of First Loss: 2002

Year of Second Loss: 2012.

Nana Goldberg zooming in from Philadelphia, PA

About me: Retail has been my career ever since high school. I was fortunate to work in my family's Army and Navy store, I. Goldberg, for forty years. I have a young adult son, and a very vocal black cat and a great sense of humor.

Interests: I practice Mindfulness, enjoy watching professional and college sports, exploring new recipes, and learning about interior design.

Works well with: widows with young children, widows with children at home, people who are honest, curious and practice the attitude of gratitude.

Year of Loss: 2007, when my son was 12 years old.

Terri Herring zooming in from Bucks County, PA

About me:  I'm a summer camp director (2nd career).  My first career was in the retail women's apparel business. I have three grown children & two young grandkids. I have a black Lab and just downsized my house. 

Interests: the arts: painting & ceramics, gardening, walking and I’m trying to learn Spanish

Works well with: empty nesters and working moms.

Year of Loss: 2018