Wish I Could…….
The last week has been so exhausting and long, this is all I feel like doing…….If only…….More to come soon after I recharge! Bless you all!
View ArticleThe Wonder of Wildlife and Pink Nailpolish
I have taken a few days off writing and taken advantage of this spectacular place I call home. With my children being spoiled by grandma for the day, I embarked on a much-needed outing and break....
View ArticleWhen A Friend Grieves…A Letter To My Friend
To my friend… I don’t know what to say other than, I’m so sorry. I don’t know the feeling of your loss and have no idea what that is like, but I can tell you from my own experience, the road of...
View ArticleAha Moments and The Little Things In Life
So Friday night was movie night at my house, complete with buttered popcorn and pizza! After a long week, it was time to unwind, relax, and unplug… And what did we watch? Well, the kids wavered from...
View ArticleCapture Your Grief: Day 3-Before……..
Fall, my favorite time of year is upon us. The cool mornings, spectacular colors of nature, and the rustling of wildlife make me feel so alive. Before Lydia died, the months of fall were the center...
View ArticleTime Passes, Yet Stands Still While The Craziness Continues!
The day started off normal as I jumped in the car on the way to work, tossed my purse in the passenger seat and started the car. I glanced over as something orange caught my eye when I realized I had...
View ArticleFreedom To Fall- The Sweeter Side
I have deep admiration for those who have overcome their struggles and grief and have found the sweeter side. It takes an enormous amount of strength and faith to endure such pain, yet have the ability...
View ArticleHow A Zebra Changed My Life-(Can Animals Really Help Your Grief?)
So, why you ask, does that odd and quirky lady always have that pesky yet adorable little dog in tow? While it can be a bit annoying and distracting, many fail to imagine a purpose for such a thing. Am...
View ArticleYour Party Tuned Up! -The Sweeter Side
I’m always in the mood for a good party. But here’s a very special lady who has revamped the party industry by putting a new spin on life. My friend Debbie and I met not long ago in a miraculous way....
View ArticleHalloween Memories
As I look back on our Halloween memories, this one is one of my favorites. It’s hard to believe it’s been 8 years since this picture was taken, as it seems more like yesterday. So thankful for the...
View ArticleWhat To Do With The Elephant In The Room
I took a trip to the dentist not too long ago. A two-hour drive one way with four kids, grandma, and Marty the dog. Yes, it was a bit much! By the time we got there, the kids had put stickers all...
View ArticleMy 10 Tips To Surviving Marriage After The Loss Of A Child
So what can I say about marriage after loss and in my experience, the loss of a child? Well, I could tell you that it’s no big deal, nothing changes and life is great. But why lie? What I will tell...
View ArticleJournals and Dreams-My Journal 11/16/09
I was working on my book this evening and got out the box that contains my old journal from those first years. After reading several entries, I peered through the tears and came to the only entry from...
View ArticlePriceless Art- Love From Lydia
After Lydia died so many of us were devastated. Yet, unbeknownst to us our sweet girl had many surprises in mind as she left her artwork, drawings and pictures for her family after she passed. She had...
View ArticleNovember Blessings
Sweet November? More like bittersweet for me…November holds immense meaning in my heart as it is the month that both of my daughters were born. Every year during this month I overflow with...
View ArticleA Thanksgiving Letter To My Daughter-Happy Birthday In Heaven
My Dearest Daughter, Twelve years ago on Thanksgiving day, I brought you home for the first time. Welcomed by family eagerly waiting with a big Thanksgiving dinner prepared, what a little blessing you...
View ArticleRemembering Birthdays…How Do You Celebrate Your Loved One’s Special Day?
I got up this morning, thankful for another beautiful day! My family and I are glad to be home after a week-long trip to California, seeing just about every sight possible. We tackled Disneyland and...
View ArticleNo Ordinary Coincidence-The Sweeter Side
Yes, I’m on a roll. I love a good book. I’ve already finished another inspiring read and am working on my next one. Let me just ask, do you believe in coincidences? I agree, perhaps there are some....
View ArticleChristmas Blessings
With Christmas right around the corner, today I’m sharing my favorite blessing that means so much to our family, especially my son. In December 2008, five months after Lydia died, another amazing gift...
View ArticleThe Tree Of Love
This week it seems I’ve been over taken by the bug and ultimately succumbed to the horrific flu…Needless to say, I’m behind on writing as well as reading other blogs as I’ve been off the computer...
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