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A New Chapter
Five years ago today, I entered a new chapter in my life. It was more heartbreakingly clear to me, on that day, that a chapter had ended....

Grey Chapin
Apr 4, 2022


Sharing A Song
Music has always moved me; my sister and I had this in common. I can always rely on music for unexpected, powerful reminders of her. I’ve...

Grey Chapin
Dec 16, 2021


Our Loud Angel
Four. I was four years old when my sister was diagnosed with a terminal illness. I no longer had the privilege of being protected from...

Grey Chapin
Apr 4, 2021


Don't Let Me Go
My greatest fear is forgetting. Forgetting the sound of her laugh, the feeling of holding her hand, forgetting her face.

Grey Chapin
Jul 16, 2020


School After Loss
A few weeks ago, I broke down in class. It really made me rethink the role of school in the life of a super sibling.

Grey Chapin
Mar 1, 2020


Pitching a Super Sib President
Former President George W. Bush is a super sib just like us, his sister passed away at a young age. So, I asked him for an interview.

Grey Chapin
Jan 26, 2020


When Super Sibs Meet
What happens when the siblings of kids with the same terminal illness meet? Well, you become best friends.

Grey Chapin
Jan 19, 2020


My Viral Mission
After my speech at the MPS Conference, someone asked, “Are you on Tik Tok yet?” I laughed at first, but now... I'm trying to go viral.

Grey Chapin
Jan 6, 2020


2019 Year in Review
Happy New Year! It’s officially 2020, and while thinking of my personal resolutions, this website is a significant part.

Grey Chapin
Jan 1, 2020


MPS Sibling Speech
On December 20th, I had the opportunity to speak to MPS siblings from all over the country. I spoke candidly about regrets and goals.

Grey Chapin
Dec 26, 2019


Imagined Versions of My Sister
One of the hardest parts about losing a loved one is the wondering. Today would be my sister's 18th birthday.

Grey Chapin
Dec 21, 2019
Version One
A Blair that knows what she wants and loves to tell stories.

Grey Chapin
Dec 21, 2019
Version Two
A Blair that is in love with animals and her family.

Grey Chapin
Dec 21, 2019
Version Three
A Blair that goes with the flow and loves to make connections.

Grey Chapin
Dec 21, 2019


Grey’s Playlist
Blair and I always shared a love for music. Here's a playlist of songs that remind me of Blair.

Grey Chapin
Nov 10, 2019


Messages from Child Life Specialists
A few weeks ago, I had the opportunity to be an exhibitor at the Child Life Conference in Orlando. I got to meet several Child Life...

Grey Chapin
Sep 22, 2019
Photo Hunt Giveaway
The B.L.A.I.R. Connection Photo Hunt is a chance for siblings to reminisce on memories with their brother or sister. Each week in...

Grey Chapin
Aug 31, 2019


The Scariest Night: My Perspective at Age 9
Grey Chapin 4th Grade English December 12, 2013 My Sister’s Seizure Have you ever had a scary event in your life, but it ended up making...

Grey Chapin
Aug 31, 2019
ANNOUNCEMENT
I am very excited to announce that I will be starting a quarterly newsletter to keep siblings updated on The B.L.A.I.R. Connection. The...

Grey Chapin
Aug 24, 2019


5,000 Words about My Website
This is the report that I submitted to judges at the Future Problem Solving International Competition. The document goes into depth about...

Grey Chapin
Jul 25, 2019


My Sister’s Funeral
I always knew that without a cure, my sister’s time with us would be limited. And with this inevitable loss of my sweet Blair, there...

Grey Chapin
Jun 2, 2019


One Year of The B.L.A.I.R. Connection
Today, May 26th, marks one year since I launched The B.L.A.I.R. Connection. I’ve been overwhelmed by the support for the website, with...

Grey Chapin
May 26, 2019


Henry & Blair
www.HenryAndBlair.com Yesterday, the Cure Sanfilippo Foundation launched an awareness campaign about my dog, Henry, and his relationship...

Grey Chapin
May 9, 2019


Bereaved Siblings & Mental Health
May is Mental Health Month. While preparing for a presentation in February, I found several statistics about siblings of the terminally...

Grey Chapin
May 5, 2019
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