Surviving profound loss is a life lesson learned by necessity at the lowest point of our lives. It’s like falling off a craggy cliff you never knew existed—shocked at the free fall. One minute you’re breathing in the fragrant blossoms of countless flowers, and the next, you’re flat on your back ... Read More about Comforters Comforting
Held
Just beyond the lights of the distant house, the ocean meets the sky seamlessly, as if they are one. The sky is on fire with the brilliance of God. It takes my breath away. Even in the midst of pain, there is such beauty. Sometimes, it hurts for the world to just keep moving, even when our ... Read More about Held
This World is Not Our Home
I am the mom of a fifteen-year-old black son. He is an amazing gift. He’s loves Jesus, and he’s smart, handsome, and funny. Like most boys this age, he can drive me utterly mad, and I keep praying for that frontal lobe to develop already! He keeps me on my knees just like all of my children ... Read More about This World is Not Our Home
Happy Birthday In Heaven—Only A Breath Away
Dear Stuart, Happy birthday in heaven. I can only imagine what the days are like for you there. The sights, the sounds, JESUS! While I know it doesn’t get any better than that for you, I sure miss having you here with me. I think about what you’d be doing or saying about the ... Read More about Happy Birthday In Heaven—Only A Breath Away
Beauty Abounds
“The best remedy for those who are afraid, lonely or unhappy is to go outside, somewhere where they can be quite alone with the heavens, nature and God.” Anne Frank Our “Stuart Tree” is in bloom. It carries that name because it was a gift to us after our son, Stuart, passed away. It ... Read More about Beauty Abounds