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A-Z Challenge
Aardvarks Asparagus Algeria Acceptance Antarctica Alphabet Soup Asher, son of Jacob Amarillo I have joined the A-Z Challenge for 2016. Each day of April, except Sundays, we write posts thematically from A-Z. Since this is the first day, I am supposed to write about something that begins with A. I could write about any of the things listed above, but today I need the post to be about some abracadabra! I need some magic! I am hosting a lunch for moms who are part of While We're Waiting tomorrow, Read more [...]Share on social media:
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Photo 101 Day 18: Edge and Alignment
For my long time readers, there are only two more days of this class. I hope my daily posting of pictures hasn't bored you. Today's assignment is: Today, show us an edge — a straight line, a narrow ridge, a precipice. Today's Tip: To make sure your edge packs a punch, use a photo editing tool to check the alignment and adjust the image, if needed, so that your edge is perfectly straight. My photos for this assignment aren't very cheery. They are where my brain is tonight. They include straight Read more [...]Share on social media:
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February Favorites #7: Shame on the road to a…
The Accident took place around 11:45 pm just outside of Dumas, TX. The cast and crew of the outdoor musical TEXAS had spent the day at a BBQ celebrating the end of another successful season. Six people loaded into a Ford Taurus to drive the hundred miles back to Canyon, TX. As he pulled onto Hwy 287, the driver ran a stop sign. An 18-wheeler broadsided them. Five people died that night. Many of our friends rallied around us. They prayed for us, cried with us, and celebrated our son's life with us. Read more [...]Share on social media:
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The February Favorites #1: Healing
This month I will be posting links to past articles. I'm taking a break from blogging and limiting my social media time. Plus, I have lots of new followers who may have missed these articles. Today's Favorite was written just after the second anniversary of The Accident. I wanted to share what I mean when I say I have found healing since Andrew's death. Healing Most of the articles I'm posting in February Favorites can be found in my book, My Journey through Grief into Grace. Do you have Read more [...]Share on social media:
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What parents with a baby in Heaven may want…
Note: This article is contained in two new books to be published on November 1! "What Bereaved Parents Want You to Know (but may not say" and "My Journey through Gruef into Grace" will both be available on Amazon in Ebook and print editions. Click on the Books page on the Menu for more information. Reposting for my dear friend Shauna whose baby went to heaven last week. I pray peace for her and her family and wisdom for those around her wanting to love her and her family in their Read more [...]Share on social media:
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Supporting a Teen or Young Adult who has lost…
It does kind of bother me that the youth pastor at my church has not once asked how my teens are doing. I have been praying that someone would call and invite my 18 yr old and my 13 yr old out for a sonic date. Or just to talk. Or for a bike ride. Or do anything with them. Unfortunately the person who took my daughter to Bahama Bucks all the time was the same one who died. I called one of the college interns at our church and asked them to take my daughter out for coffee. They went out a few Read more [...]Share on social media:
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What NOT to say to a grieving family
When we see someone hurting, we all want to say something, anything, to make it better. But the truth is, you cannot make it better with your words. And some things can actually make a grieving parent feel worse. Only God can heal the brokenness felt by a parent who has buried their child. If you do say one of these things, know that we will forgive you. We know you are trying to help and love us. We try to walk in grace and forgiveness. But if you can, take time think before you speak. And please Read more [...]Share on social media:
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Primary needs of grieving people the church must address
The following is from a presentation given by Brad and Jill Sullivan to the deacon body at Hot Springs Baptist Church in 2011. (It is posted here with their permission.). Brad and Jill are co-founders of While We're Waiting. Brad wrote: I was ordained as a deacon 18 years ago at Eastside Baptist Church in Fort Smith. I’ve been involved in several areas of ministry … youth, adult Sunday School, mission trips. As an educator in the public school system, I have ministry opportunities Read more [...]Share on social media:
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