" Bruce was better at taking things as they came. I remember when the neurologist confirmed for us that it was ALS, my eyes filled with tears… and Bruce made a joke. I wanted to hit him, maybe I did, this wasn’t funny, but that is how he faced things with courage and a smile. … [Read more...] about Inspiring Women: Life With Barbara
Why A New Mom Needs Your Help More Than Your Advice
Having a new baby is a life-changing event in a woman's life. It can also be a wonderful opportunity for friends and family to show the new mom they care, by helping her with her baby. I want to talk about why a new mom needs your help more than your advice. Me, my daughter Charity and my … [Read more...] about Why A New Mom Needs Your Help More Than Your Advice
Inspiring Women: Life With Meghan
"We quickly realized what a danger we might have been in. I was pregnant, with an IUD inside of me. If it were an ectopic pregnancy, it could rupture the fallopian tube at any moment and cause severe bleeding which would be a life-threatening emergency for me, and the pregnancy would be terminated." … [Read more...] about Inspiring Women: Life With Meghan
What to Consider When Expecting A Child With Special Needs
Adding to your family is one of the most joyous times you can have in your life, but it can also be one of the most stressful. There are so many things to consider and plan for, and your emotions may be all over the place as a result. When you receive news from the doctor that your baby has special … [Read more...] about What to Consider When Expecting A Child With Special Needs
Glory To God In the Highest Heaven
I watched the babe all swaddled and sweet Her little hands moved and her cute little feet As she slept so quietly all snuggly and warm I thought of baby Jesus on Christmas morn His mother just a teenager of maybe sixteen His father a man who had the angel believed A family alone in a cold little … [Read more...] about Glory To God In the Highest Heaven
A Miracle Just In Time For Christmas
She kicked a stone, and her voice faltered as she whispered those dreaded words. "You're so stupid Becky, how could you do such a thing!"Â Her stepmother's voice was on repeat in her head. Becky needed a miracle just in time for Christmas: Becky hadn't meant to leave the kettle on. But she had been … [Read more...] about A Miracle Just In Time For Christmas