When you’re living through grief, or in the long road that leads up to it, the world doesn’t stop. It just keeps moving like nothing happened. I remember when Rob was sick and walking through Target with the weight of another surgery coming up, and fear sat like a stone in my stomach. People were … Read more

In the ashes, God does His most tender work. He doesn’t rush us or tell us to “get over it.” He kneels down with us in the sorrow, and little by little, He begins to bring beauty we could never have imagined.

I’ve been thinking about this topic for a while: what does motivation have to do with widowhood? I still take care of what needs to be done, but I don’t feel the same motivation I once had when I was married. Back then, everything carried the weight of shared purpose and togetherness. My husband used … Read more

by Lori Bohning Sometimes I forget how many ways God speaks to us. I expect His voice to come in the big moments, but more often I have found His voice in the quieter places; in the hills, the waves, and in the breeze. I have always found peace in the hills. Something about the … Read more

Our hearts are aching for the Kerrville community after the devastating flood. The sorrow is still unfolding. The grief is still raw. And many are still waiting for answers—search crews still working, families still holding their breath, prayers still rising. This isn’t just a tragedy that touched one group of people. It has shaken a … Read more

Father’s Day can stir tender memories and quiet sorrow for those who’ve lost a beloved husband—the father of their children. Yet, even in the ache of absence, God’s presence remains steadfast. This Fathers Day, we honor not just the man who once led your home with love, but the faith that carries you forward. The … Read more

Traveling after loss can feel overwhelming, but it can also be a beautiful way to heal, explore, and rediscover yourself. Whether you’re taking your first solo trip, joining a group tour, or traveling with friends or family, a little planning (and a lot of grace) can make all the difference. Here are a few tips … Read more

You’d think taxes would just be a task—fill out the forms, submit the numbers, done. But when you’re grieving, something as “simple” as doing your taxes can feel like climbing a mountain barefoot, in a fog. That’s because grief isn’t just emotional, it’s neurological. Trauma, including the trauma of loss, affects the brain’s executive functioning … Read more

There was a time when I felt myself waiting and waiting….for something I knew I needed to accept. My heart didn’t want to catch up with the reality of today, without Rob. I had to start to make a life with what I had in front of me, but everything in me wanted to hold onto … Read more

by Paula Henken I use the old-fashioned method of paper and pencil, but just FYI there are apps in your phone that can be used as well. For me, I find writing to be a powerful and accessible means to gain insight, healing, growth and change. Journaling for me is definitely an emotional healing. The … Read more