Christmas is not what it used to be. There is no pitter patter of tiny feet in our home anymore. Which means there are no plates of cookies to fill for Santa and his reindeer, no stories to be read on Christmas Eve, and no one to coax to bed early. We are in a … Continue reading The Ghosts of Christmases Past
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Hope
Hope. It’s such a simple word, yet carries a mountain of emotions. The slightest bit can help anyone turn the page on a difficult season and start a new chapter with exciting possibilities. We met with our While We’re Waiting Support Group this week. One of the things we talked about is the hope we … Continue reading Hope
Time Alone
It is such a busy time of the year. Calendars are full of activities. We are all moving at the speed of light to get everything ready for Christmas. There are gifts to be purchased, meals to be made, cards to be sent out, and trees to trim. We are trying to do this on … Continue reading Time Alone
Adjusting to a New Season
It wasn't supposed to happen so soon. Yet, here we are. The first holiday our daughter can't come home. I am so grateful for something my mother-in-law said to me years ago. The kids were still little. You know, when the days are long but the years are short. I don't remember the circumstances, just … Continue reading Adjusting to a New Season
Becoming Like Little Children
We were walking through the mall one day, and I heard Elizabeth say to Joshua, “Look left.” He promptly complied and a few seconds later, she simply said, “OK, you can look now.” Being a mom, my natural response was, “What was that about?” Elizabeth turned around and pointed to a poster in the mall … Continue reading Becoming Like Little Children
Helping the Hurting
Throughout our grief journey, we have been blessed by so many who have reached out to help. While many of these suggestions may seem small to you, for those who are grieving, any one of these says, “I love you. You are not alone in this journey. Let me share the burden.” 1. … Continue reading Helping the Hurting
When Words Hurt
Today, we are going to tackle a difficult topic: Things that are not helpful to those who are grieving. If it happens that you recall saying something similar, please don’t beat yourself up. It is very difficult to watch someone carrying such pain and not being able to help them. As onlookers, we feel so … Continue reading When Words Hurt
Shining through brokenness
I have struggled with perfectionism all of my life. I had to make straight A’s, make decisions that others approve of and be all things to all people. I have always struggled to admit mistakes or weaknesses because of what others might think of me. I wanted to shine for Christ but only through my … Continue reading Shining through brokenness
Facebook Memories – the Blessing and the Curse
Do you get excited when you are scrolling through Facebook and that navy bar appears saying “See your memories”? Oh, I do! I can’t wait to see what pops up. Silly things my kids said or did, a fun family vacation that we kept in our digital journal, pictures that bring a smile, a memory … Continue reading Facebook Memories – the Blessing and the Curse
Handprints on the Heart
Not long after we moved into our house in 2004, the builders came out to pour the concrete for the sidewalk. The kids were outside playing and came in so excited to tell me that they got to put their handprints in the concrete. At the time, Joshua was 7 and Elizabeth was 5, and … Continue reading Handprints on the Heart
With Eyes on the Cross 