Grief

An Invisible String

An Invisible String

When a family member is on a difficult path, it is the whole family that walks that journey not only with them, but walks that journey in their own unique way. What I mean is that even though there is one person experiencing the health, personal, or emotional struggle, it really is the whole family…

The Power of Presence

The Power of Presence

After all that has happened with my health, there are many things I have learned about the power of “being” and the power of “presence.” This past year has been a lesson-learning time for me – a time to learn to just be and not worry about not being able to do something in return….

And…

Do you ever sometimes feel like certain parts of your life are surreal and a distant memory, but are so real in the sense that you couldn’t imagine your life without those circumstances or situations? Five years ago, we said “see you later” to our precious little twins. There is an incredibly long story that…

Wearing Lips of Praise

Sometimes it is hard to even imagine muttering words of praise. In times of trial, death, suffering, and struggles, the word praise can seem overwhelming, daunting, and sometimes even impossible. Have you ever experienced that? In some of our darkest hours, with tears streaming down our faces, we have tried to utter the words, “Blessed…

A Deeper Mother’s Day

A Deeper Mother’s Day

Mother’s Day – a weekend to always remember. This day always has many different emotions tied into it for me, for various reasons. I am sure it does for many of you too. Life experiences and circumstances cause this day to be one filled with tears of joy and tears of sorrow. Memories of old,…

4 Years Ago

4 Years Ago

September 17 always brings tears. It was 4 years ago that our little babies went to be with their heavenly Father. Our two little babies that God allowed to grow for 3 weeks in Brenda’s womb. A journey we never imagined being a part of, yet a journey that we couldn’t be more thankful for….