Making a Plan for my First Mother’s Day Without Mom
I’m planning ahead this time. My birthday took me by surprise– I was so emotional the day before and the
Category: faith in hard times
Looking for Blessings in the Shadow of Mourning
I’ve been ready to cry on and off all day. And it’s a little confusing. Today is the birthday of
Christmas Mourning
I’m missing Mama so much today. Having a day of tears in between trying to get some things
Mourning Mama
My precious mama was welcomed into heaven Monday morning. She passed on at home and in her own bed. My
God is Here
It’s been a tough week. On Saturday we thought maybe God was taking Mama home to Him. She wouldn’t wake
Are You Happy?
I was feeding my mom a meal the other day and I asked her, “Mama, are you happy?” She turned
Have Faith
Being a caregiver has taught me, among many other lessons, that God has a sense of humor. And He often
Where Does My Help Come From?
On Saturday I held my newly born granddaughter for the first time and I slipped my hand under her blanket
Two Brief Shining Moments
Today my daughter came home from feeding Mama breakfast excited to share the news. “Mom,” she said, her face glowing,
I am Weak, But He is Strong
I’m so emotional today. Things are changing more with Mama and I’m not ready to even write about it all
God's Grace and Life's Challenges 