Finding Joy and Contentment in the Ordinary
We have met so many beautiful people on this journey. We have had the privilege to watch others be used by God while they bless our family in so many ways. We've received meals, gifts, cards, money, special experiences, hugs, smiles, encouraging words and more. At times, it is overwhelming. This Christmas season is no… Continue reading In Sadness There is Hope
It was the phone call you never wish to get. 4 p.m and the Pediatrician office calls. This is the hour they close, why are they calling now? This was the question asked 6 months ago, to the day. Molly had an MRI the day before and we had an inkling something was up since… Continue reading 6 Months
Dear Friend, Perhaps one of the hardest letters to write, I write to you. As I sit here remembering all the fun times we have had, secret jokes, private laughs, crying shoulders, shopping trips, hospital visits, and so much more, I am reminded that I miss you. Life has been hectic, as you very well… Continue reading Dear Friend
It's not a secret that there are generous people in this world. Through Molly's diagnosis, we have found many. From cards, to meals, to gifts, to lending a helping hand, we have seen the beauty of generosity in others. We are trying our best to teach the girls that God uses all these people to… Continue reading The Gift That Keeps on Giving
"Our walk with God, our love for God, our faith in God, is measured by our first response to something abnormal in our lives." These were the words that swirled around in my brain for days after attending my old church on Sunday. Pastor C spoke a message that I felt was clearly for me.… Continue reading Measuring my Faith
I don't really have anything profound, inspiring, or spiritual to say this evening. It's been a very hard few days for me mentally. We have a wonderful DIPG community on Facebook and have gotten to know so many families through this common bond. Although I would never want this for anyone, it's very comforting to know… Continue reading Truth is…
So it may seem odd that I would even consider making such a list, but I have a reason behind this. In a world filled with negativity and living in circumstances that would seem justified to complain, I refuse to do so. Not only do I want my girls to see good in everything, I… Continue reading Top Ten Cancer Blessings
The last few days have been the most intense, emotional, and exhausting to date. I could fill page upon page with all of the thoughts and emotions that went through my head. But I won't do this. The one thing that keeps rolling around inside my mind is the biggest lesson that I learned. I… Continue reading Lessons in Love
"Whosoever shall fall upon that stone shall be broken; but on whomsoever it shall fall, it will grind him to powder." Luke 20:18 It was one of those days that brought exhaustion and frustration. One of the girls was having a really rough day getting control over herself. The temper tantrums kept coming and there… Continue reading Broken for the Better
She was 6 lbs. 8 oz. of perfectness. Big brown eyes. Dark hair that covered her entire head. Long "piano fingers", as we like to call them. Clara Esther Little. It was love at first sight. Looking at this sweet baby, you would never know what it took to get her here, but we did.… Continue reading When Fear Takes Hold
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