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February 6, 2020

When To Let Go

DON’T GIVE UP. These bold black letters jump off signs standing randomly in yards, fields, or along the road. A whisper of encouragement to a hurting someone gripping the wheel struggling to focus on the road, or cowering in a back seat. Feeling confused. Perceiving aloneness. Wearing a cloak of hopelessness. Inspirational signs dot the landscape across our country: “Don’t give up. You are loved. You matter. You have a purpose. Keep fighting.” The words intended for the someone at the...

August 1, 2019

3 P’s When Children Disappoint

“A little child steps on our toes. But as they grow older, they step on our hearts.” This shared truth when our kids are little people, bouncing through summer with bare feet, sticky popsicle faces, and easy giggles doesn’t penetrate our understanding. But as they grow and stretch their wings out from under our guidance and protection, we begin to feel the ache, torment, and sorrow of watching a child’s bad decisions and actions. This can range from poor choices,...