Learning to live after loss blog
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When does it get better, part one
There have been milestones in my grief journey. I have no doubt this will continue. The first year has been the hardest, all the firsts without a part of my heart.
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Joy and Sorrow Can Coexist
As time dared to march on, joy and sorrow coexisted in my heart. I cried easily and felt deeply. I was still sad, and even in miserable anguish at times. But God was showing me there was also room for joy as I leaned into the Holy Spirit.
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Courage to Live in Pain
At the time, waiting on the Lord felt like that would be my new life. It felt crushing to go seemingly long periods without hearing from Him. I could not see it, but He was using the waiting to build endurance, which I would need as part of courage to…
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Living For Jesus Not My Children
What was my motivation to live? I would like to be able to tell you, Jesus was my motivation to keep on- that I wanted to do God’s will and seek Him first in all things. The truth is it was our second born son, Drew.
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Holidays Can Still Be Meaningful
I walked into a department store this afternoon to see a plaque that proudly proclaimed, “It’s the most wonderful time of the year!” While that is true for many, it’s not so true for those who are grieving.
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The Pain Begins
Intense grieving did not begin immediately. I wasn’t being phony, but shock and the Holy Spirit gave me an appearance of dealing seemingly well with the loss in the immediate aftermath.
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Say Their Name
Does hearing their name cause comfort or pain? Those who had not experienced the great loss of a loved one, were inclined to think saying Nicholas’ name would cause me more pain. This was not possible. I was in misery and longed for my loved one to be remembered.
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Learning To Live After Loss
Learning to live after loss is a blog for anyone who has suffered the sting of death and is struggling to find their way to learn how to live again.
