A Widow’s Journey: The Ultimate in Interior Design Work
The Widow's Walk
How does a widow navigate the painful first year after losing her husband? In this heartfelt episode, Dr. Connie welcomes back Scottsdale interior designer Barbara Kaplan, a returning guest on Dr. Connie’s House Calls and Widow’s Walk. Barbara, who once guided listeners on designing a new life after loss, now finds herself on that journey firsthand after the passing of her own husband. With wisdom and personal experience, she shares how creating a supportive and loving environment - both at home and at work - can be a powerful tool for healing. Listen as Barbara redefines the meaning of...
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Wisdom During the Holidays
The Widow's Walk
The holidays are often called “the most wonderful time of the year.” But for widows, widowers, and anyone who has lost a loved one, they can bring a flood of memories - often accompanied with tears and sadness. In this heartfelt episode of Widow’s Walk, Dr. Connie is joined by her friend and fellow widow, Sandra Maki, as they return to share their wisdom and experiences on embracing both grief and joy during December and the new year.
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Helping Widows Heal
The Widow's Walk
Dr. Connie explores how widows can find healing through support groups in this insightful episode. Her special guest, Barbara Olson, leads Heart-to-Heart Grief Support classes at La Casa de Cristo Lutheran Church in Scottsdale, AZ (visit www.
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From Widow to Bride
The Widow's Walk
Wives can often outlive their husbands by 10-15 years. But does this mean spending those years alone? In this inspiring episode of The Widow's Walk, Dr.
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Finding Peace
The Widow's Walk
After losing a loved one, will you ever truly find peace with their physical absence in this life? In this heartfelt episode, Dr.
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Living the Golden Life
The Widow's Walk
Did you know that many widows outlive their husbands by 10 to 15 years, yet only 2% choose to remarry? So, what are the stories of the other 98%? In this engaging episode, Dr.
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Angels Looking After Us
The Widow's Walk
Many widows and widowers sense the presence of their late spouses through dreams, butterflies, and special songs. While some skeptics view these moments as mere coincidences or serendipity, Dr.
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Widows Who Age Alone
The Widow's Walk
The loneliness of widowhood can be particularly painful and challenging for older widows. In the United States, 10% of widows live alone, 70% reside with adult children, and the remaining 20% are in home care facilities.
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The Wisdom of Widowhood
The Widow's Walk
How can losing your spouse lead to a new, fulfilling life? What does that new life look like? How can it become the best life we can create? Dr. Connie, five years into widowhood, is joined by Reverend Dr.
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New Life, New Home?
The Widow's Walk
One of the most painful changes that happens to a widow is living alone after the death of her spouse. Barbara Kaplan is a sought-after interior designer in Phoenix, AZ, and is keenly aware of this transition for many of her widow clients.
info_outlineHow does a widow navigate the painful first year after losing her husband? In this heartfelt episode, Dr. Connie welcomes back Scottsdale interior designer Barbara Kaplan, a returning guest on Dr. Connie’s House Calls and Widow’s Walk. Barbara, who once guided listeners on designing a new life after loss, now finds herself on that journey firsthand after the passing of her own husband. With wisdom and personal experience, she shares how creating a supportive and loving environment - both at home and at work - can be a powerful tool for healing. Listen as Barbara redefines the meaning of “interior design” in the most personal way.
About Barbara Kaplan
Barbara Kaplan, Allied ASID, IFDA, has been an Interior Designer for over 30 years. She has been voted a Top Interior Designer by Ranking AZ 2022 – 2024.
She specializes in creating beautiful personal environments that feel good; so people can experience awareness for well-being and healing.
Barbara is also an author of her book on the Bajaro Method: Rooms have no feelings but you do! She’s also a columnist who has worked with many widows in their transition from married woman to widow living alone.
