Cry Pretty
Carrie Underwood is one of my favorite artists. She recently co-wrote a song titled "Cry Pretty". The words of this song are about a woman who is holding [...]
He Never Left Us
After the initial flood I was certain that I was going to rebuild our home. The disaster clean-up crew came and set up fans all over the house [...]
The Club
As I continue to be honest and vulnerable about my life, I want to tell you a little about myself prior to losing Mike. I never viewed myself as [...]
Grief: 5 practical ways to help someone who is grieving
1. Acknowledge Their Loss Mailing a handwritten sympathy card or sending flowers may seem like it is overdone, but let me tell you, it means a lot. I read [...]
It Will Be Okay
It will get harder before it gets better. Unbearable at times. Some days you will feel like you can’t go on, most days, every day for a while.You [...]
Dear Me
*What I wish I would have known before the day I lost my husband* Dear 33-year-old April, You think you have it all figured out. God in the [...]
Say Their Name
Sometimes we feel awkward around someone who has recently experienced a loss. We aren’t sure what to say. We don’t want to say something that would make our loved [...]
My Story: Not Just Officer Katherman
The boys were still at home, clueless as to why their mom left and their grandparents unexpectedly came to play. This is one area where God’s hand over our family was [...]