My Sister Was Killed by a Drunk Driver and Her Loss Left a Gaping Hole
Dark clouds hang over my hometown. I am reminded of my mother’s death many years ago. I lived in foster care without knowing my bloodline. It…
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To the Parents Facing a Child’s Illness: You Are Strong
If you are the parents who just sat for hours in a cold doctor’s office to hear that your child has a life-threatening illness, you are so…
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Life Began with You
I heard about the labor pains. And the sleepless nights. I heard about the inconveniences. And the never-ending sacrifices. I heard…
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Grief, Living, Loss, Marriage, Motherhood
What Happens When Your Perfect Life Explodes?
One day you’re living your best life, writing articles about how perfect your marriage is, and the next, BOOM, life as you know it completely…
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Find Your Person, She’s Worth It
Have you found her? I’m talking about the person you can call your best friend. The girl who will give up sleep to take your phone call. The one…
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Baby, Grief, Loss, Motherhood
Sweet Baby, I Wish I Could Have Met You
Miscarriage. It floods my head with devastating memories. It seems like it happened so long ago, yet I can still feel the roller coaster of…
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You Are Worth Every Sacrifice
The best part of me is my son. Being a new mom is exhausting yet so rewarding. They say when he sleeps, you sleep. But I don’t want to miss any…
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All I Could Do Was Make It to Church Today
All I can do is make it to church today. It was the final thought that shut the door on all the other thoughts this morning. The thoughts that said I…
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3 Things Toddlers Teach Us if We Slow Down and Notice
The saying goes, “Learn from your elders.” I’ve heard it said throughout my childhood and into my adult life. There is a lot to learn from…
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I Should Have Stayed with You Longer Tonight
Sweet child, I’m sorry I didn’t stay cuddled up with you longer tonight. I quickly tucked you into bed because I was exhausted. The night…
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Dear Husband, In This Busy Season
Dear husband, I know this is a busy season for you. I see how hard you’re working. And I know you come home exhausted every night. I know…
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Friendship, Living, Motherhood
The Greatest Gift We Can Give Someone Is to Include Them
The greatest gift we can give someone is to include them. Never have I felt more isolated and excluded than I did as a new mom. With two babies born…
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