by Sayings By Susan | Blessings, Courage
Until the loss of my daughter, I’m not sure I would have agreed entirely. I didn’t used to think my faith could be tested to the point of almost failing, but the trials of life have indeed tested my faith. While my faith has sustained me through some pretty awful...
by Sayings By Susan | Bible, Spiritual
When you spend time with God in prayer and the answer you get is “Be Still & Wait”. The answer can feel either freeing or burdensome, depending on the subject matter you were discussing, and of course, your own response. I’d love to tell you, that my usual...
by Sayings By Susan | Grief, Grief & Loss
We have ventured past the one year anniversary of our daughter’s death. It was a difficult day for me, really an entire week or two of overflowing returning grief. As the anniversary of her death arrived, new cards, flowers, and remembrance condolences arrived again,...
by Sayings By Susan | Grief, Grief & Loss
Recently, as I was lamenting and sharing my complaints with God about how much I miss my daughter, I requested of him some input to help me deal better with the reality that she is gone, and will not be returning to me. I was quite pleased with how quickly God helped...
by Sayings By Susan | Grief, Grief & Loss
I’ve been struggling with the acceptance of the loss of my daughter. At various points along this journey of grief, I have thought, “Surely there is no more light in this world to live for.” Some days are like stumbling through stubborn darkness from sun-up to...
