A call for personal essays from women whose religiousness has been altered by a time of turbulence.

There is a category of female members of Congress who do not make superior legislators to men: political widows.

And finding out that no two people approach the aftermath of tragedy in quite the same way.

If you're a widow and you'd like to share your story about adjusting to a new life, e-mail emma@thecomebackbook.com.

What lies ahead for Ted Kennedy's 55-year-old widow?