The Bible tells us in Romans 15:4, that everything that was written in the past was written to teach us, so that through endurance and the encouragement of scripture, we would find hope. One of the most valuable lessons and examples for life found in the Bible, is the story of Peter walking on the water. So often, we feel like we are going to be pulled under by the storms of life. We feel … [Read more...]
Praising God in the Storms
One of the hardest things to deal with in this life is watching those we love suffer. For me personally...death is not the hard part of life ... knowing that a loved one has been released from pain and suffering to receive a body that is whole and healthy and free from pain, is something I can rejoice over...even in the midst of my own sorrow ... but watching someone I love who is suffering with … [Read more...]
A Word of Encouragement for Single Parents
I know many of you who reading this are single parents. Some of us, are full-time in that role...our children are with us 24/7, 365 days a year and the responsibility of our children and household, lies solely on our shoulders. I know from letters I receive, that there are some of you who aren't technically a single parent, but because your spouse is gone frequently or is in the military or … [Read more...]
Check Your Heart…
I don't know about you, but in all of my years parenting a special needs child, I have never come across another parent who felt like they had more than enough support, encouragement and help in their life. Most parents I have met and talked with, all share very similar stories of friends, family members and sometimes even spouses, not understanding the demands that are placed on them … [Read more...]
When Your Life Is Too Uncomfortable For Others…
The last few months my son has really been struggling. He's dealing with multiple issues that he has had since he was young...and short of divine intervention, this will not be the last time that he deals with these issues, I am sure. Like many of your children, he has co-morbid conditions and multiple diagnosis'...some of them are more accepted than others. He has autism and that is something … [Read more...]
I can’t, but God can…
I think any parent feels overwhelmed at times...there are so many demands placed on them in life. I've met many single parents of special needs children and I think for them, the feeling of being overwhelmed can spring up quite often... especially if there isn't a big support system in place to help give any kind of break. It can be a bit overwhelming at times when you know, no one is going … [Read more...]