Hello Friends,

Even though it seems like yesterday it has been exactly one year since Hope took her last breathe on this Earth. Hardly an hour has past that I haven't thought of her. I replay the last days and hours over and over in my mind. The Lord has put on my heart this year to be still, and know that He is God. It has been a year of reflection for sure, but also anticipation. What I witnessed in Hope after she knew she was going to die was an inexpressable anticipation to meet the Lord. I think of it alot as I try to live doing the same. As I held her in my arms as she was struggling to breathe, she said "how do I die mommy". I will never forget those words as long as I live. I told her " look for Jesus, he is there holding out his arms". As I live these days I want to do the same. Live with my heart reaching out to Heaven, anticipating the joyful celebration that we will have when we are together once again. It will be here before we know it. The Bible says that life on Earth is a mist compared to all eternity. A mist is technically 7 seconds. We better prepare for the celebration. Are you ready?

Give your kids an extra hug tonight. Focus on what matters, and don't sweat the small stuff. You may not always have a second chance.

In Him,

Diane