As each of us travel on our own grief journeys, then we all have different paths and coping mechanisms. Ever since my husband was killed in a work related accident in August 2011 and 22 months later when my only son was instantly killed in a car accident at the age of 18, it has…
I love fall. It is by far one of my favorite seasons with it’s beautiful colored leaves, and crisp, cooler temperatures that bring out the sweaters, boots, and hoodies! I am a huge football fan, and it is so fun that football comes in one of my favorite seasons. The girls and I have been…
Deep Breath. Big Sigh. Tears in my Eyes. I have been contemplating writing this blog since August. I was not able to write about these incidences that occurred in August when they happened because quite honestly, I was just too upset. I talked with my baby girl this past weekend and decided to write about…
Wow! What a year my Kylee girl had as a 21 yr old! I have had the blessing of watching her grow and change. It is such a privilege to be a part of the lives of my daughters. I will always be thankful for how these two young ladies are two of the best…
This past Sunday afternoon, I received a phone call from MiKayla, and she was really excited to share with me what she had heard that morning. MiKayla had gone with her sister to church and heard a message. She immediately said to me, “Mom, you would have loved this. It reminded me of you.” As…
September started off great for the girls and I. Over Labor Day weekend, the girls and I traveled to visit my sister and her 20 month old daughter. It was a quick trip with us arriving late Friday night and leaving early Monday morning. The girls and I loved our two days with my sister…
All parents know that this day will arrive… the start of the empty nest. When we begin our parenting journey, then we are amazed at all of the new things our children learn and grow to do and all of their “firsts”. I have loved with all of my heart every step of my parenting…
Just a little over three weeks ago, a beautiful girl named Mikayla died at the age of 17. Mikayla was fiercely loved by her parents, family, and friends. She was very involved in FFA, 4H, and in the Vet Science program. She was a teen leader on the livestock team and participated in grassland judging.…
The girls and I were excited to have the weekend with Kirk’s family this past weekend. The family now has an annual family reunion where we usually have the opportunity to spend time with the whole family. Kirk’s mom had 11 children which included 8 boys and 3 girls. Through the years, many children have…
Do you know what helps you when you are grieving or in emotional pain? This is truly something that is important to know for those who are grieving and are in pain. The way that we seek or desire support and care in our grief will be different for all of us. Some of us…
