Hope in the Heavens
Like clay on a potter’s wheel, we are continually sculpted into a work of art through our life experiences, including our grief journey.
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TAPS Magazine is dedicated to America's fallen heroes and their surviving families and friends.
The magazine is published quarterly and sent free of charge to anyone interested in receiving it, including survivors, service members, supporters, and grief professionals. Subscribe to the TAPS Magazine.
The articles in each edition are written by military survivors, grief professionals and TAPS staff. We hope you inspiration, comfort, support, resources and a sense of belonging within these pages.
Latest Magazine Articles
Moments Captured Forever: Behind the Lens for TAPS
TAPS is so grateful for Lenzy's service to our country and willingness to share his talent as a photographer to help TAPS tell our story through images.
Godwinks: Special Gifts From Our Loved Ones
There are small reminders from our loved ones waiting this season to come softly and tap us on the shoulder and say, "I'm still here. I’m still walking with you."
Open Your Heart to Healing: Emotional Engagement in Your Own Life
Nine unique ways to change your perspective from one of grief and loss to one of hope and engagement.
Tips for Scholarship Season
TAPS Education Support Services is available to help you throughout the college and scholarship application process.
Holiday Art Therapy: Practical Activities for Healing
Hold your loved ones close to your heart with rich memories to warm your season. Allow yourself the energy to focus on a few small projects to bring cheer.
Solitude and Knowing When to Reach Out
Solitude can offer a time of reflection that allows us to explore our thoughts and synthesize information, provides a time for rest, and can allow for growth.
You’re Not Alone: Connections Across the Seasons
We are a family of survivors sharing this journey together. We are so sorry for what brought you to us but are indeed glad you have found us.
The Richard Tree: Never Forgotten
But that’s the beauty of the Richard Tree. When people see it for the first time, the ornaments require the telling of moments in our son’s life.
Blended Families Bond Over New Holiday Traditions
Creating connection for a blended family builds a strong foundation for the future.
Letter from TAPS: Will There Be Continuity or Change?
As we grieve, the need for continuity drives us to look beyond the physical body, to embrace love that doesn't stop when life does
Holiday Wish List for the Grieving
For some of us, happy and merry and joy are the remotest emotions of our heart during the holiday season. Too many memories. Too many traditions.