The phone chimed unexpectedly. "Dad? What's up? I didn't expect to hear from you until later." What I was about to hear would shake my world. His voice was weak. He could barely...
5 Ways for Parents to Cope with Unexpected Losses
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When a Parent Feels Guilty
In my last post I promised that I would share a sample of one of the daily emails I send out. The one I chose is from this past fall. I hope it will help you decide if you want...
A New Idea: Parents of Addicts Should be Addicted Too
Is your child an addict or are they making other destructive choices that hurt you? Are they breaking your heart? If so, I have a proposal. It may sound rather odd, but hear me...
“I Don’t Love My child Anymore” by Anchor of Promise
Today's post is a re-blog written by Stacy Flury. Check out her blog for parents of hurting or troubled teens at Anchor of Promise. When parents with teens in crisis get...
Perfect Books For Parents in Pain to Give Themselves for Christmas
If you're a parent in pain due to the behaviors, choices, and struggles of your teen to adult child, then why not give yourself a gift for Christmas this year - one that can help...
Holiday Refreshment for Hurting Parents
Today's blog is a visual one. I did another one like this back in July. I am moved by the beauty captured by photography.It soothes my soul. During this holiday season when...
A Message for Parents with Heavy Hearts
It's the beginning of Advent. For many parents hearts are heavy, smiles are forced, there will be no "merry" in their holiday season. Is that you? Do you ache over your son or...
3 Things Brokenhearted Parents Can Offer God this Thanksgiving
Being the parent of a wayward child who struggles with an addiction, is incarcerated, self-injures, is in a same-sex relationship, suffers with a brain disorder or a host of...
When They Make a Movie About Your Daughter (TWLOHA)
I am the mother of Renee Yohe. Who is she? She's the troubled young woman whose story became a phenomenon when it birthed a global, non-profit movement called To Write Love on...
Are You the Parent of an Addict?
Have you ever found yourself in a place where you didn't know your way around? You had no map to help you get your bearings or direct you to where you needed to go. You were...
Help for Parents of Troubled Teens
Are you a parent who's wondered where to find help, encouragement and insights for your troubled teen? You may only need a book with fresh ideas. But your problems may be more...
Has Your Child Been Bullied?
October is Anti-bullying month. It's a major problem in schools all over the country today. It's huge. And now cyber-bullying is on the increase. This past week I listened to a...