At 22, Aaron Jeffers was filled with pride and joy when he discovered he was going to become a dad for the first time. His son was born just 2 weeks after Aaron's tragic and untimely death. No longer filled with enchantment, the family of the father-to-be would be haunted by bittersweet memories.
This is his mother's moving and honest account. Not only does she share her deepest experiences of grief and loss, she also shares her elation at the birth of her grandson. These conflicting interwoven stories offer a glimpse into how Aaron's mother, Joy, and her family found strength in themselves and each other in the face of bereavement.
Aaron was a beloved son, grandson, devoted partner, work colleague, mate, nephew, friend, cousin and his loss shocked a whole community as well as his close-knit family. His friends and colleagues share their fondest memories of him - from his great sense of humour and affection to his loving, caring and helpful personality, he was loved by many and continues to be missed by all who knew him.
This book offers support to anyone who is facing bereavement in their own lives right now. Packed with wonderful photographs and happy memories, alongside the final dark 5 months of his life, Happy to Help explores the difficult feelings that follow an unexpected death of a loved one, and helps the bereaved make sense of their own personal experiences by reflecting on different aspects of their grief.
It is totally fine to have hope again, believe change is possible, and find a balance between remembering our loved ones for the difference and impact they made to others whilst on this planet, and moving forward with eternal love. Love continues to live on even after the death of a person. It lasts in the form of memories; in the great deeds done by the person and in the people who were close to that particular person. The love of a mother for a child is the most inseparable bond and is always cherished even after their death. No matter what, Aaron's son will always love his father deeply even after his death, in the form of special memories, growth and lessons that Joy has shared and emphasised in this treasure book of memories for her grandson.
