Grey Chapin
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....
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Grey Chapin
- Dec 16, 2021
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
- Apr 4, 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
- Jul 16, 2020
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
- Mar 1, 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
- Jan 26, 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 19, 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 6, 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 1, 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
- Dec 26, 2019
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 21, 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 Three
A Blair that goes with the flow and loves to make connections.
Grey Chapin
- Nov 10, 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
- Sep 22, 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
- Aug 31, 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 24, 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
- Jul 25, 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
- Jun 2, 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
- May 26, 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 9, 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 5, 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...
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