by admin | Oct 16, 2013 | Grief, Life, Loss
In honor of Pregnancy & Infant Loss Remembrance Day~ On Nov. 14, 1997, I gave birth to my first child, a daughter we named Elise. It was not an easy pregnancy or delivery. The days following were the hardest I knew, at that point of my young 19 years. Elise was...
by admin | Oct 8, 2013 | Uncategorized
In the weeks prior to the book release I had several interviews. I often walked away feeling complete exhaustion on every level (emotional, physical and mental). I knew God was with me and that he was helping me, but sometimes I wasn’t sure that I could endure...
by admin | Sep 22, 2013 | Uncategorized
I’m sitting on my bed typing. The dryer hums in the background and crickets chirp outside. I savor the gentle peace of this moment. It’s cool tonight—fall has arrived. I pull my sleeves down over my wrists and enjoy the laptop’s warmth on my legs. I breathe deep...
by admin | Sep 18, 2013 | Uncategorized
Mark 5:35-43 While Jesus was still speaking, some people came from the house of Jairus, the synagogue leader. “Your daughter is dead,” they said. “Why bother the teacher anymore?” Overhearing what they said, Jesus told him, “Don’t be afraid; just believe.” He did not...
by admin | Jul 12, 2013 | Uncategorized
Every day this week I’ve been driving my son to and from science camp, I’m on the highway twice between 8:30 and noon. I don’t mind driving, 15 minutes of quiet time each direction is a welcomed blessing, however some of the ramps are short and the traffic has...
