Grief is a painful emotion. It's usually connected with the death of someone we love or with someone we have enjoyed a close relationship with. Grief can also be connected to...
Four Truths for Parents in Pain
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Month: February 2014
Great Book for Brokenhearted Parents
My husband and I have had our hearts broken many times over one of our children. Being parents of a daughter who struggles with addiction, mental health issues and suicidal...
The Three A’s of Difficult Parenting
Have you wondered what to do about your son or daughter? Are they driving you crazy with their behaviors and choices? Do you feel like you're always off-balance trying to keep up...
8 Things You Can Do to Guard Your Marriage in Times of Crisis
Crisis of any kind can put a marriage at risk. It is a treasure that must be carefully guarded.Crisis comes to parents in many forms. Our biggest one was when our daughter began...
When Your Child Is The Victim of Bullying
Bullying is a major problem in schools today. It's huge. And now cyber-bullying is on the increase. This past week I listened to the tragic story on the evening news about a teen...
A Parent’s Letter to Their Daughter’s Rapist
She said "NO." But you didn't listen. You selfish, egotistical punk. You took advantage of an intoxicated girl. Like a lion in wait for its prey. Evil personified, a ravenous...
A Mother’s Message to Governor Creigh Deeds
Governor Deeds, I want to tell you I am so sorry about the tragedy you experienced. My heart aches for you. I cannot imagine your pain. As the mother of an adult daughter who...