Hope in the Valley of Dry Bones
I’ve been doing a Bible study with a large group of ladies for a few years now. We are currently covering the book of Ezekiel, and I’ll be honest—I’ve not…
When Ignoring It Is Best
Sometimes I don’t grieve. Sometimes I just… don’t. I tuck the loss into a small, hidden place inside, a place without windows, without clocks. Sometimes, ignoring it is best. I leave…
Grief Changes Over Time (And Why That’s Okay)
Since grief slapped us in the face six years ago with the loss of our son Levi, the phases have gone back and forth. It wasn’t a clean process. It…
ALWAYS A SIBLING
Perhaps you’re like me, and have experienced much loss in the first decades of life. The first person who died that shattered my naïveté wasn’t a grandparent or even a…
Worst Case Scenario
Up until I was in my 30’s, I had a bad habit of imagining the worst case scenario of a situation. I ridiculously thought that if I imagined something bad,…
Then I Grew Up
When I was young, there seemed to be endless possibilities. Even though my world was very small, I had high hopes of big experiences; travel, visiting big cities and historical…
Bearer of Trauma
We live in a world where everyone is a victim. I think it started with the days of Oprah, and her raw and honest interviews with folks from different walks…
ZACHARIAH’S STORY
Everyone who met him has Zachariah's Story. Reviewing books can be a daunting task. I always appreciate it when someone trusts my judgment enough to share my opinion, and although…
PROFOUND WORDS
He was standing in the kitchen when he spoke some of the most profound words I’ve heard him say: “I hate it when people say ‘I’m sorry’!” He repeated it three times.…
GRIEF BRAIN
I rambled up to a window at the county clerks office, all ready to pay my vehicle registrations and taxes due. But no; I got out of the car and…
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