Widow Wilderness

A Widow’s Quest for Courage After nearly seventy-two years of marriage to her beloved Les, Lois Hjelmstad found herself creating a new life without the center of her universe. How could she navigate this uncharted territory and build a meaningful existence in the absence of her lifelong partner? Find validation, insight, and hope as you join Lois in her journey into the wilderness of widowhood. "...With simple, heartfelt prose, she offers glimpses into her memories with Les while also exploring what it means to be left behind. There’s pain here, of course, but also humor, hope, and a resilient strength that never feels forced. This is a book meant not only to honor one great love but to accompany others through their own wilderness of loss." -- Readers' Favorite Review. "a record of love, caregiving, death, and the ongoing reality of widowhood." -- Readers' Favorite Review "This poignant memoir captures the beauty of marriage amid all the imperfections and challenges of life. It's an inspirational book that I highly recommend." -- Readers' Favorite Review