Gravestones and Social Security
November 28, 2025
The grief walk brings both unexpected duties and blessed reunions. … More Gravestones and Social Security
Category: The Grief Walk
Trusting
November 26, 2025
Corrie ten Boom understood all about what it means to “trust the engineer.” In the dark days of grief, I too learned and continue to learn how to trust the Lord, the Engineer of my life. … More Trusting
O Death, Where is Your Victory?
November 21, 2025
Carol reflects on how death has been swallowed up in victory through Christ as she reflects a decade later on the loss of her husband. … More O Death, Where is Your Victory?
No longer two, but one
November 12, 2025
Finding your way after loss can be difficult, especially when you shared so much in life and ministry. I’m thankful God spoke through His Word and others to guide me along the way. … More No longer two, but one
The Importance of Taking a Break
October 15, 2025
There are seasons in life when you know you just need a break. I’m at one of those moments. Though I’ll pause new posts for a while, you can catch up on some old ones. … More The Importance of Taking a Break
Doing Hard Things
May 14, 2025
Grief catches up when we find ourselves doing hard things, even when they are necessary things. … More Doing Hard Things
Let’s Have a Hootenanny!
May 5, 2021
Pictures and words can trigger deep memories of a life gone by. A memory of my parents was triggered by some homemade rhythm instruments and a long word. What triggers yours? … More Let’s Have a Hootenanny!
Hanging on by a Thread
March 10, 2021
Overwhelmed with troubles? Feel like you’re barely making it in life? There is one who understands and cares. … More Hanging on by a Thread
The Secret Things of 2020
December 19, 2020
Some questions are better left unanswered. The things God reveals are what he provides to give us comfort; leave the rest to him. … More The Secret Things of 2020
Grief: It’s Not a Spreadsheet
December 2, 2020
Playing the game of loss versus gain in grief will get you no where. Then how do you handle it? With a grateful heart. … More Grief: It’s Not a Spreadsheet