It’s a day we’ll never forget. As we entered the veterinarian’s office, our dog’s tail wagged, excited to see his friends even though his health was failing. At 12 years old, we didn’t expect it to be his final day. But hours later, we left without a precious member of our family. I never realized …
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“I Wish My Brother And Sister Could Come Down From Heaven”
It was a typical evening at home, our messy living room filled with endless toys scattered about. As my daughter and I began to clean up the piles, a simple comment took my breath away. “Mommy, I wish Parker and Abby could come down from Heaven to play with me.” A lump formed in my throat as I …
I Wish People Would Stop Judging Me When They See My "Only Child"
It’s a question I hear all the time. Are you planning on having more children? Curious minds want to know, and I’ve learned to expect that question when strangers see just one child in tow. But, it’s the comment that sometimes follows that hurts my heart. It’s a simple reaction that people don’t …