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A Mother's Day Reflection

Inside was a grey blanket----silky, and so inviting to cuddle. I wrapped it around me and said, "Thank you for the early Mother's Day gift."

Everyday is a New Beginning

The new year begins, and the dreaded dates will come upon me again. The date of my daughter Sofia's birth, and the date of her death.

My Christmas gift from Jesus, Carole, and James

"The holidays" are not my favorite. I really never thought of Jesus as my friend but one song seemed tailor-made for me & others like me.

Who am I kidding?

This time of year is a battle. It's hard to "turn it over to God." Every morning it hits me. Every day I seek for Peace.

Fall, winter, holidays, anniversaries, oh my!

Each year I try to prepare myself spiritually and emotionally for the onslaught of continuous "holiday merriment."

10 Quotes on Gratitude to Ponder During Thanksgiving Week

Gratitude seems ever-evolving, ever-expanding. 10 gratitude quotes--take a moment to reflect in this potentially difficult season.

New year, new growth. Really?

Entering the New Year can be a little tricky for grieving mothers and grandmothers. Yes, we’ve made it through the holiday season - which...

Christmas trees for our beloved children

It seems that I am being called to exchange “even” for “essence” this Christmas.

The Thanksgiving Edge

Dedicated to the grieving families of Waukesha, WI. The pilgrims expected a child to die. I did not.

We remember them

In memory of all the souls who have gone before us, Sacred Sorrows prayerfully recognizes a traditional prayer of the High Holy Days.

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