A compassionate guided grief journal for remembering a loved one and navigating life after loss.

Forget You Not is a guided grief journal and memorial keepsake for adults mourning the death of a loved one, including a parent, spouse, family member, or friend. It is a thoughtful sympathy, bereavement, condolence, memorial, or remembrance gift for a funeral, celebration of life, anniversary of loss, or any time someone needs support through grief.

This beautifully illustrated grief journal offers a private, supportive space to reflect, preserve meaningful memories, and express emotions at your own pace. Created by calligrapher and watercolor artist Brittany DeSantis—whose own experience of losing her father shaped these compassionate exercises—this remembrance journal combines thoughtful writing with creative mindfulness.

Inside, you’ll find:
Guided prompts to capture treasured memories and stories
Letter-writing pages for expressing thoughts left unsaid
Mindful breathing and meditative writing exercises for quiet moments of reflection
Space to preserve photographs, cards, keepsakes, and mementos
Hand-painted quotes and words of wisdom that can be bookmarked or removed for framing
A convenient covered-spiral format designed for writing and memory keeping

Whether the loss is recent or many years past, there is no required order or timeline. While this grief journal is not a substitute for therapy or professional mental health advice, readers can return to these pages whenever they feel ready to commemorate their loved ones.

When it is difficult to find the right words, Forget You Not offers something meaningful: a gentle place to reflect on a life shared and keep precious memories close.

"This is a beautiful journal that will help you to feel connected and supported in your grief journey, but more importantly, help you to honor and relive the joy you found with your loved one."
—Sophie Cliff, certified coach and positive psychology practitioner and author of Choose Joy

"Through her stunning creations, Brittany has found a way to navigate life after profound loss, resulting in this one-of-a-kind grief journal. Thoughtful prompts and moving art guide you in penning your own thoughts and expressions of hope and resilience that will leave you inspired and uplifted.”
—Margo LaBerge, funeral celebrant, end-of-life mentor, and member of the Alberta Funeral Service Association

"Brittany has the ability to deeply connect with others through her calligraphic arts as an instructor. Her classes often center on art as a means of bringing peace and capturing memories. After encountering this journal, I now see that her tools – her pens and brushes –  have been the dear companions she has carried while wading through deep grief. It is no wonder to me now that her art reflects such depth of beauty and that her messages resonate with so many.”
—Chantelle Hoffmann, professional calligraphy instructor at Bespoke Strokes Calligraphy

“Brittany’s superpower is her ability to make others feel at ease and confident in exploring their creativity in different ways. Her talents as a multidisciplinary artist and skilled instructor shine through the journal and most importantly, her kindness and compassion are tangible throughout.”
—Amy Dixon, Fine Artist

"I’m a huge believer in journaling for anxiety relief and healing but in times of loss this can become overwhelming. Brittany’s gentle and beautifully written prompts will help you to do what you can when you can. Her comforting words of knowing will hold and fortify you as you do. Such a practical yet soul-warming toolbox."
—Donna Ashworth, Author of Wild Hope and I Wish I Knew