I had another single mom friend of mine and her daughter over for a “slumber party” last night! We had it all planned out. We attended a Christmas show at our church (that my Anna is in this year) and then we came back home…lit up all the trees and decorations, and ate a bunch…
Generally, I’m about as fearless as they come. There is very little I’m afraid of, and I have quite the adventurous spirit – making me a bit of a “daredevil” at times. I’m just wired that way, and it’s certainly made for interesting experiences in life (with hopefully many more to come). However, I have…
I’ve heard it said many times before…one of the best ways to receive emotional healing is through serving. Now, I’m not talking about masking feelings or hiding from emotions that need to be dealt with. I simply mean serving even while healing, which can often bring a greater depth and meaning to the healing process….
Thanksgiving Day morning – my girl and me! Thanksgiving came…and went! All-in-all…I think I did surprisingly well for my first Thanksgiving as a new widow. We traveled about 3 1/2 hours away to enjoy the festivities with friends. With only one exception that I can recall (last year), we’ve spent Thanksgiving with the Hampson family…
It’s here. Another of the many days I’ve been awaiting with guarded anticipation. My first Thanksgiving as a widow. In truth, I don’t like this place I find myself. I don’t like being a 39-year-old widow (yes – I’m still 39 for another month or so…ha!). I see the Norman Rockwell paintings of families on…
I can’t tell you how many times I’ve replayed Tuesday night, May 3, in my mental CD player – over and over and over. Track 1 – Can’t get Chris to respond to my texts or callsTrack 2 – Something’s wrong – need helpTrack 3 – At the police station filing a missing person’s reportTrack…
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