Richard Ballo is a career journalist. His articles have appeared in local and national papers on a wide range of subjects including home, health, and raising children. Rich continues to write short stories and novels and is available for speaking or guest appearances. “When grieving the death of someone we love dearly, it may seem that nothing and no one can help us. Life without Lisa offers help in at least two very important way. Rich Ballo's remarkable descriptions of his many painful - and frequently changing - reactions reassure the reader of how normal these feelings are, even when nothing especially oneself, seems normal. At the same time, his account of interactions with family and friends and his use of grief support services, including those of a local hospice, offer hope and suggestions for growth and recovery.” - PATRICIA KELLEY, RN, CHPN, Vice-President, Montgomery Hospice, Rockville, MD, author of Companion to Grief and co-author of Final Gifts. May 2010 San Fransciso - Sacromento area, now booking speaking enagements and book signings June 2010 Dearborn, Michigan July 2010 Boston, Massachusetts A captivating story of a widowed father's compelling journey through the rough seas of grief. © Copyright 2006 All Rights Reserved - Site Design and Programming by: Exploritech, Inc.