So.... it's amazing how many actions and emotions are based on the fear of "loss." I know that word is broad and wide, however, can be applied to a variety of issues in life. It's safe for me to say I have faced and compiled a whole host of experiences in which it does apply and speak from that "pulpit" or platform.

We hang onto jobs and relationships that are unhealthy or don't work anymore, based on not being sure how or if we will be able to live without each. I would rather imagine a time where if I let go of one thing, another will come back to me...... a hundredfold. Better than ever.

I have seen too many who have stayed in work, church, business, or life relationships and many suffer in the process. Miserable. Overbearing. And the list goes on.
I sometimes wonder what would have been had my late husband lived......

This past week has been challenging, as I face filling out two FAFSA forms on my own, and knowing I need to pull my tax info together for my appointment in a few weeks. I can hardly believe it. My one son has a broken iPhone screen, the other has a tooth needing repairs. We will get things fixed up but Lord help me.........

I know I may not be completely responsible for them as they grow into adults; however, with college in the mix, and a future to prepare for, I am often torn. My two older kids are contemplating life on their own again, which may leave me looking for "housemates" in order to pay my bills perhaps......... lots of contemplating of options.......

Life goes on in single, widowhood.

Many interesting things have occurred in this exploding first month of 2016, all causing me to keep looking up, give thanks and ask for aid. I can never stop; never let down. Hope will win.

An amazing question was posed to me by the pending lovebirds - would I consider marrying Evan and Chynna......... could I get ordained in order to officiate their wedding. Hmm............ there's a thought smile emoticon

Life in the face of Loss. Hope and honor abound. Courage is rising.