Thank you for sharing this part of your journey with us and for being vulnerable.
After my parents died, a close confidant told me that grief is like waves, crashing on the shore. At times you will feel overwhelmed and find it hard to catch your breath. But know that the waves recede and you have time to find that life still has happy moments of hope and joy. The waves will come again, but our prayer is that God will pour his loving grace on you to strengthen and sustain you as you process the pain. You don't always have to be strong and brave. Reach out. Life is still precious. Take time to 'take the pictures' (I still marvel at the picture taken of your family on that last Sunday - what a beautiful moment in time).
May God be very real to you and your precious children. ❤
Philippians 4:6-7
David and Mary Elizabeth (Vanessa's parents)
Thank you for sharing your heart-- what a beautiful, Godly testimony to God's grace! I listened to the service, and it was such a blessing. I think of Christy every day and still feel like I want to pray for her, then I remember God has answered those prayers perfectly. So, I pray for your dear family. The morning Christy went to be with the Lord, I was out walking early, praying for her, and I was startled as a huge eagle left the pine branches beside the road and rose up on strong wings, soaring away to the horizon. I know in that moment that Christy was free. Her life and friendship has had a profound impact on me, and she will always be in my heart. Blessings to you all.
After my parents died, a close confidant told me that grief is like waves, crashing on the shore. At times you will feel overwhelmed and find it hard to catch your breath. But know that the waves recede and you have time to find that life still has happy moments of hope and joy. The waves will come again, but our prayer is that God will pour his loving grace on you to strengthen and sustain you as you process the pain. You don't always have to be strong and brave. Reach out. Life is still precious. Take time to 'take the pictures' (I still marvel at the picture taken of your family on that last Sunday - what a beautiful moment in time).
May God be very real to you and your precious children. ❤
Philippians 4:6-7
David and Mary Elizabeth (Vanessa's parents)