After arriving at the hospital, Tyler was waiting there for me and soon after all of my family and friends came in one-by-one. I had to have several tests, such as X-rays and CT scans, to determine all of my injuries. After the results came in, the doctor had concluded that I had a broken … Continue reading A Long Road Ahead
The Day the Clock Kept Ticking
"How do you know what your life will be like tomorrow? Your life is like the morning fog-it's here a little while, then it's gone."James 4:14, NLT Time...such a simple word but it's meaning is something we take far too lightly. I know the Bible says that we are not promised tomorrow but do we … Continue reading The Day the Clock Kept Ticking
The Plague
After meeting Tyler and beginning our relationship my life really began to take a turn. I finally went back to work after being off for over a year from having two surgeries. I landed my dream job working with children who suffer from mental illness at an organization that I completely loved. Also, after much … Continue reading The Plague
Those Along the Journey (Part 2)
Words are so powerful and you cling onto them even when you do not realize it. In dealing with the aftermath of divorce and losing my kids I tried so hard to be strong, but my strength was masked with hidden emotions. Every time I would hear, "Lauren, you are handling all of this so … Continue reading Those Along the Journey (Part 2)
Those Along the Journey (Part 1)
"The heartfelt counsel of a friend is as sweet as perfume and incense" Proverbs 27:9 NLT Today would have been my eight year wedding anniversary. June 4th is a day I thought I would celebrate forever but it has quickly become just another day on the calendar. I remember the first anniversary that happened after … Continue reading Those Along the Journey (Part 1)
God, why?
"Take delight in the Lord, and He will give you your hearts desires" Psalm 37:4 NLT As a little girl I could not wait to grow up and become a mother. It was honestly all I could dream of. I was always playing with kids and babysitting and anxiously awaiting to one day be a … Continue reading God, why?
The Story of E: The Kid
The Kid and I After finishing up our foster care classes, my husband and I began the long process of waiting for the phone call of a placement. One day in early November of 2015, we received a call asking us if we would take in 14-year-old boy who needed a temporary 30 day placement. … Continue reading The Story of E: The Kid
I love you more…
For I know the plans I have for you,” says the Lord. “They are plans for good and not for disaster, to give you a future and a hope."Jeremiah 29:11 (NLT) I have started and stopped this post quite a few times as I am conflicted on how to begin. This topic is a tough … Continue reading I love you more…
The Journey Begins…
Hello everyone and welcome. I want to start by stating for the record that I am 100% outside of my comfort zone, but I have to be obedient. While my blogging journey is just beginning, my life journey began a while ago. So, let me start by introducing myself. My name is Lauren and I … Continue reading The Journey Begins…
