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A Mom’s Best Gift to Her Children

Best Gift

My Mom worked hard for our family. At the time, she thought that was the best gift she could ever give us. She generally worked two jobs at a time. She was a hair-dress by day and a waitress at night. On her nights off, she was either curled up watching television in bed or out dancing with friends. Some nights I would have a baby sitter. Others, my brother might be home. Most of the time, I was alone. {Read More}

Joys and Sorrows During the Holidays

Rejoice

The holidays can be incredibly difficult.  Families are separated by miles of road and perhaps the oceans, as many have left home seeking employment or ministry.  Those miles can decrease the amount of intimacy a family living close together can enjoy. When a loved one is sick, those miles become barriers. I experienced the cruelty of a distance caused by those miles while my family lived in South Dakota.  My mother had COPD, Lupus, Rheumatoid Arthritis and many other ailments {Read More}

Losing a Parent to Death is Never Easy

Seasons of Loss

This is the second post in a new series:  Walking Through The Pain of Death.  The links to the series will be found at the bottom of each post.  This series will walk you through the stories of people who have been impacted by death.  It will also provide you with insights for how to walk through with grace and love. Our days are limited.  Moments are fleeting.  The pain of death will impact the heart of anyone.  Today, Lana {Read More}