I used to carry my Scarf of Tears in my lab coat pocket at the hospital. Just touching it would offer me a way to keep my tears real beneath the surface. Now my Scarf of Tears is draped on my shelf where I can see it. When I wrap it around my neck, I can feel it give voice to my grief, cleansing my grief out of my body, and I see a sense of inner peace….

I was given a Scarf of Tears after a loss several years ago, and have since given them to others. Not only is the Scarf itself a great source of comfort, but the exquisite pamphlet and inspiring story of Donna Fado Ivery, the creator and artist, is like a healing balm during the tender time of grief. The silkiness of the scarf, the beauty of the colors and the words of the artist provide a depth of comfort and gentleness so needed during times of sadness.