A little bit about me and what has gotten me here.
I experienced the stillbirth of my firstborn baby girl on December 20th, 2001. We named her Grace. For a good amount of time hope was elusive while I was deep in the agony of grief. It felt like constant storm clouds overhead. When there is deep sorrow, there is the potential for deep joy to follow. The Lord graciously gave me that deep joy and healing with the blessings of my two healthy daughters, Tatum and Talyah who are teenagers now. We had a surprise fourth pregnancy that ended with another heartbreak when I miscarried. We named that baby Promise and now Grace has a sibling in heaven. I have two on earth in my arms and two in heaven I will hug one day.
My preferred place to heal and process these losses and the challenges in this life have often been at the beach. I have spent many hours at the ocean walking and talking with God. Time and again he speaks to my heart and I am refreshed. As I study His Word, spend time in prayer and worship, I have received continual insight for how to heal and be well. The Holy Spirit began to show me that all He has taught me is purposed to be used to help others navigate their healing journeys!
When I stand and close my eyes and listen to the continuous flow of waves on the shore, it reminds me of the Lord's never ending love, power and faithfulness. How has it been over 22 years since Grace's silent birth? Looking back at it all, I can see how much God has tenderly loved me and cared for me through it all. I have been married to my best friend, Stephen, for 25 years which is a marvel and such a gift. I have seen the goodness of God in my life over and over and there has been redemptive beauty for ashes throughout my story. I believe Jesus has something beautiful to give you that is redemptive in your story as well!
Do you have storm clouds above? Could you use some encouragent and hope?
Have you gone through a heartbreaking loss of a loved one? Have you personally experienced the loss of a baby or a child? Or maybe someone you know is grieving and you want to help them through their life storm? You found the right place. I had you in mind when I penned the pages to my book that I co-authored with Dr. Gary Chapman. I pray you find comfort, encouragement and the tools you need within the pages of the book and through this site. I invite you to discover a new way to love through loss that will help you hold on to your love. In the process, I believe you will strengthen your relationships and find lasting hope!
