Quiet Words Can Be So Loud

Quiet Words Can Be So Loud

We had a whirlwind of a few days at the end of last week.  Oh, there was a doctors visit but around that was our 15 year anniversary, long day of Kennywood with family and friends, Rachel’s HS reunion, church, a family dinner/annual “apple knock...
Beauty Lies Underneath

Beauty Lies Underneath

I took a moment the other day and briefly allowed/dared to ask myself the question, “What if Trey never got cancer?  What would my life look like?  The answer may surprise you. As it is with most things emotionally related for me, the response was fast and...
It’s the One Thing…

It’s the One Thing…

Long before “Son of God”, before even “The Passion of the Christ”, there was a great movie with a very deep philosophical theme included.  Yes, you knew it, “City Slickers.”  In it, Curly was a gritty tough and scary old cowboy...
Life is Short…

Life is Short…

I look at him sleeping and wonder, “when will he sleep for good?”  I hear his infectious laugh, the pitter patter of his devious feet that lead him to no good, the scream of his demanding nature, and wonder when they will grow silent.  I think of...
Anxious…and Leaking.

Anxious…and Leaking.

Ok, I’ll admit it.  I am dealing with some anxiety.  No, I haven’t gone to the hospital  with an anxiety attack nor do I think I’ve had one.  In fact, the thought of having an anxiety attack gives me more anxiety than most other things.  That’s...
It’s Been Three Years to the Day…

It’s Been Three Years to the Day…

that Trey was diagnosed with cancer.  I’ve learned quite a few things in that time period.  If  you’d like me to expand on any of them, just ask.  Please make sure to check out the links as well. 1.  I very well may lose my son. 2.  I haven’t yet....