In this final episode, Derek goes back to work and details his challenges as a single dad. Then Derek describes how his impulsive Facebook birthday wishes to a former high school classmate four months after Emily passed, turn into a coffee date…and more. Now, Derek contemplates dating, the timing since Emily’s death, and the confusion he feels, mixed with grief. Derek tells us how he meets one-on-one with his extended family to announce he’s dating. Derek gingerly admits and explains family “mixed reviews” and “a little backlash.” Next— I know this is a tease, but in this final episode, Derek makes a bold announcement—listen to find out. And there’s more: Why grief ambushes Derek when he folds freshly laundered clothes. Twirl and Dip. You’ll hear Derek reminisce how one song, no matter if home or in public, spurs Derek and Emily to lovingly slow dance. Of course, romantic Derek twirls and dips Emily. Derek shares his one-word aspirational message, it speaks volumes. I encourage you to write the word and review it each day. And tons more. Please enjoy this final heartfelt chat with my widowed guest co-host Derek Dibbens. Thanks for listening. If you haven't heard part 1 or 2, the links are here: Part 1    Part 2 Because you shouldn't have to journey alone, join me in the My Spouse Died Too community email list for members-only benefits: Behind-the-scenes commentary gives you deeper insight--helps you heal. Episode alerts so you'll know when a new episode is ready. Updates on past podcast guests because their journeys continue too. Plus more thoughts, resources, and random widowed journey stuff I discover. And it's the best way to contact me. Because you shouldn't have to journey alone. Sign-up takes less than thirty-two seconds. Here's the link: https://www.myspousediedtoo.com. Hope. Heal. Find love again. Give Grief The Middle Finger. ~ Emeric My Spouse Died Too podcast, images, logos, artwork copyright © 2019-2022 by Emeric McCleary. Music and lyrics © 2019-2022 by Emeric McCleary and Elena McCleary.