A Time to Mourn is an educational resource and interactive, emotional catalyst for healing ourselves and others. Maree S. VanDerzee's personal experiences, beliefs, and observations give insight into the grief process, what to say, and (most importantly) what not to say to someone who's mourning. While many books addressing grief do so in the five-stages understanding, A Time to Mourn also facilitates empathy and awareness. It's a must read for friends and families of the grieving.