I remember the day we learned of my grandson’s heart defect. Shock over the news. Grief over what may not be. Tears for this little life that would come into the world struggling with more than many of us will ever endure. Yet, we were committed to him, to giving him the very best... Continue Reading →
When those you love don’t love you back, it hurts. We all experience it at one time or another. Betrayal by someone we thought was a friend. A romantic relationship that doesn't work out. Family quarrels that separate and divide. Real life scenarios that sting us in a big way. After such encounters, we're often... Continue Reading →
I remember vividly my grandma cradling me as we rocked back and forth, back and forth. I must have been only four or five at the time. While the words she spoke and the songs she sang escape me, I recall feeling loved. Safe. As if I belonged there, in her lap. I think back... Continue Reading →
I unexpectedly stumbled across an old journal of mine. One I had started as a senior in high school, and had again picked up a few years later as a young married woman thinking about starting a family. Its pages contained prayers I had forgotten I prayed. Frustrations I had forgotten I felt. Even the... Continue Reading →
Today my grandson underwent his second open heart surgery. He is a precious, blue-eyed 5 month old with a contagious smile and a winning personality. He is quite accomplished at flirting with the nurses and is intent on carrying on his own method of conversation with the doctors. He was born with a serious... Continue Reading →
Dear Little One, Our Heart Baby: You are so very much loved. And I believe somehow, even at your young age, you know it. It is evident in your sweet smile. In your tiny giggle when we play with you. In your inability to hide your excitement when you spot someone familiar. Yes, there is... Continue Reading →
As our oldest son prepares for his high school graduation and what lies beyond it, I can’t help but ponder the blessings we’ve experienced because of him. We are so thankful God made us his parents and, although we haven’t done everything exactly as we should, we have loved him with all our hearts -... Continue Reading →
Dear Child of Mine: I know you dislike me saying no to your ideas for fun and adventure. You see my “no” as an unwelcome interruption to your plans. Especially when everyone else is going there, and doing that, and wearing such things as they do. Yes, I am keenly aware that when... Continue Reading →
Today I share a post written by my daughter who is a heart mommy. I was not familiar with this term until a few months ago when my grandson was born with a serious heart defect. Since then, I have come to love and respect this special group of people... these special heart mommies and daddies chosen by God to love on... Continue Reading →
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