Saturday was silent. Surely, it was through…. I often think about that Saturday between the crucifixion and the resurrection, when Jesus was in the tomb. I believe that must’ve been […]
The Seasons of Grief
The daffodils popped up weeks ago, promising the end of an unbearably long winter. But it seems to me, Spring is a bit bipolar. She gifts us with warmth and […]
I’ll Be Okay
Yesterday was just hard. Some days are like that. When you’re a mom, the car seems to be a good place to go to be alone. Last night, you could’ve […]
You Are Who He Says You Are
This shirt.I don’t know who gave it to me. It just showed up on my desk one Wednesday night, before prayer meeting. The note was simply signed, “a friend.” Loss […]
When
When you’re faced with an unwanted new life, devastated by loss and you’re overwhelmed with sorrow; seek the face of the Savior. He knows the agony of separation and the […]
How Long? (A Psalm of Lament)
I feel like you’ve been silent even though I know you’re here.I know you’ve never left me, but I cannot feel you near.I don’t know why I’m doubting when I’ve […]
Hard Days Without Him
Is He Worth It?
Yesterday, I sat on Jeremy’s grave and asked him to tell me how to do this without him. Of course, I didn’t expect him to answer. But God…. Early this […]
Daddy’s Girl
Our youngest was a daddy’s girl. Of the five children, she was the one who preferred Jeremy, even over me. So, naturally, whenever she needed comfort, she ran to her […]
Packages of Fear
Today, I had to vote. Alone. For the first time, ever. I know that may not seem like a big deal, but every “first” without him threatens to unravel me. […]
Building Bridges
I didn’t set out to write a blog. I only started this page to give my family and friends updates on Jeremy. Shortly after he graduated to Heaven, it took […]