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THINK THEO started as a name of a podcast. I wanted to share the stories of grieving people like me. It quickly grew into a place of understanding — A place to read, listen, and understand that you are not alone. We are all grieving in different ways, but it is important to remember that My Grief is Not Like Yours.

Thelizabeth Boyd was born and raised on a farm in the small town of Whitney, Texas. Her unique name is derived from her grandmothers —Thelma and Elizabeth. In middle school, her classmates nicknamed her Theo. It stuck!
Theo grew up writing poems with her daddy, learned faith through hardship from her momma, and finished college late in life to become a high school English and Creative Writing teacher. She was awarded Rookie Teacher of the Year her first year in the classroom while continuing to write as a guest columnist for several local newspapers.
In 2019, a sudden and traumatic loss set the scene for her debut memoir, My Grief Is Not Like Yours. It was also the catalyst for her podcast, Think Theo, where she discusses complicated grief and the many layers of loss.
When she’s not writing, Theo can be found with her dog Manly by her side, walking the fields on the farm, playing the piano, planning her next podcast with a glass of wine, or enjoying an evening out with close friends. She and Manly currently live on the lake in her hometown of Whitney.

Mesquites & Mosquitos
Summer is here.
The temperatures rise, and our sweat starts to fall.
The the sting of a scalding Texas summer returns, and we must endure (or go on vacation somewhere else).
“I hope there aren’t any mesquite trees in Heaven,” Daddy would jokingly say after shredding a pasture filled with them.
And then at night, “Mosquitos like me! When one gets on me, he yells to his buddies “‘Hey, over here!”
Of course, Daddy always complained about summer because of the heat, bugs, mesquites and mosquitos.
BUT, he loved the fruit and food summer brought - watermelons, cateloupe, black-eyed peas, squash, tomatoes, and anything the garden would grow! YUM!
I wrote a column years ago about things I am thankful for, specifically summer things - air conditioning, swimming pools, ice cream!
BUT, this summer I am thankful for the memory of it all and…
mesquites and mosquitos.
#memoir #mygriefisnotlikeyours #healingjourney2023 #thinktheo #love #hope #preciousmemories

Mesquites & Mosquitos
Summer is here.
The temperatures rise, and our sweat starts to fall.
The the sting of a scalding Texas summer returns, and we must endure (or go on vacation somewhere else).
“I hope there aren’t any mesquite trees in Heaven,” Daddy would jokingly say after shredding a pasture filled with them.
And then at night, “Mosquitos like me! When one gets on me, he yells to his buddies “‘Hey, over here!”
Of course, Daddy always complained about summer because of the heat, bugs, mesquites and mosquitos.
BUT, he loved the fruit and food summer brought - watermelons, cateloupe, black-eyed peas, squash, tomatoes, and anything the garden would grow! YUM!
I wrote a column years ago about things I am thankful for, specifically summer things - air conditioning, swimming pools, ice cream!
BUT, this summer I am thankful for the memory of it all and…
mesquites and mosquitos.
#memoir #mygriefisnotlikeyours #healingjourney2023 #thinktheo #love #hope #preciousmemories ...
“Grief is not a disorder, a disease or a sign of weakness. It is an emotional, physical and spiritual necessity, the price you pay for love. The only cure for grief is to grieve.” - Earl Grollman
Though we’re all on our own journeys with grief, my book, “My Grief is Not Like Yours,” can help you navigate the journey. Visit the link in my bio to order your copy and begin your healing process!

“Grief is not a disorder, a disease or a sign of weakness. It is an emotional, physical and spiritual necessity, the price you pay for love. The only cure for grief is to grieve.” - Earl Grollman
Though we’re all on our own journeys with grief, my book, “My Grief is Not Like Yours,” can help you navigate the journey. Visit the link in my bio to order your copy and begin your healing process! ...
Thank you Patchouli Joe`s Books & Indulgences 💛 for letting me come and sign some books.
What a beautiful and unique store- so many wonderful books on the shelf and one of them is mine!
#thinktheo #mygriefisnotlikeyours #memoir #healingjourney2023 #love #hope #helpingothers

Thank you Patchouli Joe`s Books & Indulgences 💛 for letting me come and sign some books.
What a beautiful and unique store- so many wonderful books on the shelf and one of them is mine!
#thinktheo #mygriefisnotlikeyours #memoir #healingjourney2023 #love #hope #helpingothers ...
I’m not only visiting bookstores, but I am finding the BEST places to eat! 💛 #thinktheo #memoir #healingjourney2023 #mygriefisnotlikeyours #eatpraylove #recipes #thaifood

I’m not only visiting bookstores, but I am finding the BEST places to eat! 💛 #thinktheo #memoir #healingjourney2023 #mygriefisnotlikeyours #eatpraylove #recipes #thaifood ...
Thank you Vintage - Bookstore & Wine Bar Austin, Texas! This is the cutest wine bar and book store I think I have ever seen. We enjoyed meeting new people, especially the bachelorette party, that ALL BOUGHT BOOKS! 😂 I’ll never forget it.#thinktheo #mygriefisnotlikeyours #memoir #thinktheo #healingjourney2023💛🙏🏾

Thank you Vintage - Bookstore & Wine Bar Austin, Texas! This is the cutest wine bar and book store I think I have ever seen. We enjoyed meeting new people, especially the bachelorette party, that ALL BOUGHT BOOKS! 😂 I’ll never forget it.#thinktheo #mygriefisnotlikeyours #memoir #thinktheo #healingjourney2023💛🙏🏾 ...
We stopped by Barnes & Noble in Waco on our way to Austin, and LOOK what is OUT!
Signed ✅ them!
#thinktheo #mygriefisnotlikeyours #memoir #findinghappiness #ontheshelf #love #healingjourney2023 #BookTour

We stopped by Barnes & Noble in Waco on our way to Austin, and LOOK what is OUT!
Signed ✅ them!
#thinktheo #mygriefisnotlikeyours #memoir #findinghappiness #ontheshelf #love #healingjourney2023 #BookTour ...
Another stop on the tour last night - Waxahachie, Texas💚
We are driving to your precious towns, Texas!
#thinktheo #mygriefisnotlikeyours #memoir #healingjourney #love

Another stop on the tour last night - Waxahachie, Texas💚
We are driving to your precious towns, Texas!
#thinktheo #mygriefisnotlikeyours #memoir #healingjourney #love ...
I am going to the library today.
I have been invited to speak at the Nicholas P. Sims Library in Waxahachie, TX.
As I was going through some photos, I found these. It wasn’t just Daddy that did all the reading when my sister and I were growing up. It was Momma, too.
Books were extremely important to Daddy, especially the Bible. But as I look in these photos, I am reminded that Momma played an equal role in my love for books.
Momma would take us to the library when we were little so we could check out books during the summer. I will never forget the smell inside the library, it was comforting and warm. The smell was so strong it was like you were actually walking through an old book and each step turned to a new page.
Decades later, I returned to the library she once took us to write my book. Its familiar smells would take me back to the days Momma would hold my hand to go inside.
I can`t help but wonder if Momma always knew I would write a book one day. I`m just glad it was a book about her and Daddy. She would have loved that.
I am going to the library today.
#mygriefisnotlikeyours #thinktheo #memoir #love #books #library #BookTour #heart #bible #reading #literacy #loveofbooks

I am going to the library today.
I have been invited to speak at the Nicholas P. Sims Library in Waxahachie, TX.
As I was going through some photos, I found these. It wasn’t just Daddy that did all the reading when my sister and I were growing up. It was Momma, too.
Books were extremely important to Daddy, especially the Bible. But as I look in these photos, I am reminded that Momma played an equal role in my love for books.
Momma would take us to the library when we were little so we could check out books during the summer. I will never forget the smell inside the library, it was comforting and warm. The smell was so strong it was like you were actually walking through an old book and each step turned to a new page.
Decades later, I returned to the library she once took us to write my book. Its familiar smells would take me back to the days Momma would hold my hand to go inside.
I can`t help but wonder if Momma always knew I would write a book one day. I`m just glad it was a book about her and Daddy. She would have loved that.
I am going to the library today.
#mygriefisnotlikeyours #thinktheo #memoir #love #books #library #BookTour #heart #bible #reading #literacy #loveofbooks ...
Thank you Interabang Books for letting me share my journey tonight and for putting my book on the shelves of your intimate and most beautiful store. #mygriefisnotlikeyours #thinktheo #love #hope #heart #memoir #BookTour @interabangbooks

Thank you Interabang Books for letting me share my journey tonight and for putting my book on the shelves of your intimate and most beautiful store. #mygriefisnotlikeyours #thinktheo #love #hope #heart #memoir #BookTour @interabangbooks ...
May is Mental Health Awareness Month!
Mental health is one of the main themes of my book, “My Grief Is Not Like Yours.” It affects how we think, feel, and act. Taking care of our mental health is essential for overall well-being.
When dealing with grief:
be kind to yourself
don’t expect too much from yourself
don’t put pressure on yourself or your situation
if you can, talk to a professional counselor
look for any positive affirmations in your life!
Learn more about my mental health journey in “My Grief Is Not Like Yours” — now available at the link in my bio!

May is Mental Health Awareness Month!
Mental health is one of the main themes of my book, “My Grief Is Not Like Yours.” It affects how we think, feel, and act. Taking care of our mental health is essential for overall well-being.
When dealing with grief:
be kind to yourself
don’t expect too much from yourself
don’t put pressure on yourself or your situation
if you can, talk to a professional counselor
look for any positive affirmations in your life!
Learn more about my mental health journey in “My Grief Is Not Like Yours” — now available at the link in my bio! ...

Theo’s love for life encompasses the podcasts and shines through in her writing. I enjoyed both my interview on Theo’s podcast as well as listening to several of her episodes. We all need hope and to smile more. and Theo’s easy and charismatic way of introducing the guest, chatting and bantering with me and her other guests was so refreshing. If you are looking for a meaningful podcast or book to read – THINK THEO!

Theo first had a podcast with me as her guest and then did one with both Dale and me. I admit I was nervous, but Theo made me feel like I was having a
conversation with a good friend. I had a blast! Dale and I both enjoyed the podcast we did together. Theo is such a kind and beautiful woman inside and out!
I will be a fan…. and friend forever!

Theo’s life experiences have shaped her to give others hope during the process of grieving. My time with her on her podcast ThinkTheo helped me to learn how our lives are similar, but yet different in such a way that there is a bond like no other. I am grateful for her gift in helping others understanding that everyone’s grief is not the same, but yet our grief connects us all.
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In your moments of grief, have you found a person who can understand you better than others?
After my Momma’s tragic passing, my Daddy found solace with his friend Mr. Fine. The most important thing you can do for a grieving person is to simply be there. It’s your support and caring presence that will help your loved one cope with the pain, and gradually begin to heal.
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They haven't
God is the only one. Everyone grieves differently and in different stages
God has helped me to face quite a few life's disappointments having faith in the lord has been my strength
Only someone who has gone through it can understand
Loved your book. ❤️ I've already read it and have shared it with a friend.
My son. He is always there for me with love and understanding. God bless him. 🙏❤️
My daughter who lost her dear father and my dear friend Debbie Almas who lost her husband 6 months before...they are both a blessing to me
Grief never ends! ♥️♥️
God
I agree I'm still grieving I lost 9 family members in a 5 year span 🙏🙏🙏🙏💔
Dee tells me to get over think how lucky
God & Jesus...Others don't get it
God
HAVING FAITH IN THE LORD
God
God
The Lord
God
Not really is so right u family areaim ones who treate very badly
Not really.
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Im in the process of reading this book and all I can say is WOW. Thank you for this and sharing your journey. It’s helped me so much and I thank you. You have a gift ❤️
June 22nd , where in waxahachie?
still not seeing Houston... 😀
Victoria is my hometown ❤️