My church did a service today focusing on stories of pain and tragedy. This is what I shared. When I realized that I loved my son, he was almost four months old. It had taken me that much time to become a mother in any way more than name only. Eli’s needs had been met up until ... Read More about All Shall Be Well
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Mr. M
My high school band director, Brad Meyerdierks, passed away on Thursday. I was only in band during my senior year but even just that short time changed my life. I'd love to be able to make it home for his funeral, to say goodbye and to offer my support and condolences to his family ... Read More about Mr. M
Eli’s Name
Eli is actually taking a nap at the moment so I have a minute to write down the story of how we came up with his name. With all the sleep deprivation killing my brain cells, I figure I ought to do it now before he has to do some school project about it when he's fourteen and my answer is, "I ... Read More about Eli’s Name
Knowledge
Last night I wept at the corner of Genesee and Earlfor the only martyr I have known.The snow did not appear bloodstainedbut my heart remains brokenbecause I know better. ... Read More about Knowledge
Midwestern Loss
Mildred Trivers died yesterday afternoon at the age of 95. Not many people outside of Muncie, Indiana have heard of her, but she significantly impacted my life a long time ago, although I had forgotten about it until I saw her name in the obituaries. She was originally from Ohio, but ... Read More about Midwestern Loss