Every Easter, my husband and I purchase an Easter Lily at the church in loving memory of our son. The Easter Lily is a symbol of hope, purity, peace, …
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Good Friday Reflection
On Good Friday, I like to wear a silver cross around my neck that my husband gave me. This cross is special to me because it reminds me of Christ’s …
Maundy Thursday Reflection
As I reflect on Maundy Thursday, I think about Jesus’ commandment to “Love one another as I have loved you.” [1] This commandment is given during the …
A New Creation
Whenever I see a butterfly, I always say hello to it. I think the butterfly is one of the most beautiful things that God has ever created. One day, as …
Transformation
My son’s very first word was “ribbet.” As his mother, I was hoping that he would say, “Mom” first. Thankfully, his second word was “Mom.” His third …
Seasons of Life
Seasons come and go. Like the wind, they are here for one moment and gone the next. Spring, summer, fall, and winter are four beautiful seasons each …
Acts of Love
Trauma and loss can bring a community together. When our son endured unexpected complications from his heart surgery at The University of Virginia …
Power of Prayer
After my son died, I relied more on my prayer life and my relationship with the Lord than on other people. This helped me regain some control over my …
Finding Joy
After my son died, I wanted to know if I could find deep joy again. In a matter of moments, my life was completely shattered. If I had not had a …
Jesus Loves Me
As I reflect on my son’s life, I remember how happy he made me. Despite having congenital heart disease, he was always a happy little boy. His …