From Memorial Day to Labor Day - something changed in me. An usually hot summer and busy schedule left little time for relaxation. Extended time at the River, was rare. Racing and driving kids to activities was prevalent. But something changed in me. God asked me to take some steps out of the comfort zone I was striving to maintain. Memorial Day found me traveling to Fort Leonard Wood, MO to visit our Marine. He had an extended leave and wanted to know if I would visit. I have rarely traveled and only once alone. The guilt of leaving my family, anxiety of traveling alone sent me into ... View Post
A Visit From Your Son’s Friend
When your son's friend stops over for a visit, it may leave you undone. It might also make your heart swell with remembering. The Thursday before Mother's Day he comes to the door. I didn't know he was in town and he stopped over. My mama's heart weeps. I weep that both his mama and our oldest farm boy call heaven their home. Both missed so deeply. Both gone way too soon. There was much for them both to do and say. Now. They know what we only see dimly. I Corinthians 13:12 For now we see only a reflection as in a mirror; then we shall see face to face. Now I know in part; then I ... View Post
I Step Out on the Porch
I step out on the porch. Winter has begun to release it's hold. I hang the laundry. Piece by piece. I breathe in; longing for Spring. The sky is overcast. The 3 days of sunshine earlier this week were tempting us with it's warmth. I feel heavy today. It's been a fun week. I should feel elated and rested. The kids have been home and their schedules very relaxed. I continue to hang laundry. I hear sirens sounds; louder and louder. I pray. I think about my first born. I breathe in sharply. I must have subconsciously heard those sirens that night. I want to weep. I look at ... View Post
4 and a Half Years
It's been 4 and a half years since I've seen your handsome face. I long to hear you call me mom. Crystal shared a video of you today. Just the sound of your voice brought me to my knees with missing. I think the ache will leave. I believe it will fade away. But. It doesn't. It is still there. The piercing, gut wrenching ache. But. You know what. I'm ok with the ache. A companion. It reminds me of the gift you were to me. Our prayed for child after our deep loss of our first baby. 17 years of watching you grow and learn. I had a gift; a treasure. Death can not steal those ... View Post
24 Years And Counting
I was 25 and knew nothing of the pain down the road. I knew only bliss and joy. Hope and contentment. I knew rich love and much grace. On a beautiful fall day I said, "I do", before family and friends. I pledged my love through sickness and health until, "death do us part". I walked down a make shift aisle in the field of my farmer's family. I gazed at the foliage and family and friends surrounding us. . . but I barely saw them. Instead I saw a future and a hope with the man standing before me. It's been 24 years since that beautiful day. I'd do it again. Even knowing what we ... View Post
Where Do We Go From Here? Elijah Todd Davis Memorial Fundraiser
We started a Fundraiser 4 years ago to honor our son. This year we will gather for the 4th Elijah Todd Davis Memorial Fundraiser. To date we have honored 5 students with a $1,000 Scholarship. We've taken our grief and worked to make a difference in others lives. On August 12, 2017 we will welcome all of you to our space once again. Our oldest farm boy was in great physical shape when he was called home. He was training hard to be the best he could be for the United States Marine Corps. He was due to head to Boot Camp on September 2, 2013, His 18th birthday. An appointment he never ... View Post
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