It’s been almost 20 years since the addiction roller coaster took off. This is where it began. I still wait for it to end.
Their Addiction-My Journey: “Voices in My Head”
Five Minute Friday- “Spontaneous”
One word, five minutes: "I dreamed of spontaneous weekend getaways, dinners out, and even moments of intimacy."
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New Podcast- “Who Failed?”
A chat about unpacking our choices in handling a loved one's addiction. What did I do right? Or wrong? Did my decisions assist addiction or place a firm boundary around it?
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Personal Reflection
If we’ve been raised with any moral compass, then we will feel the tension when it goes south.
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Podcast-“Fearing Death”
“They asked if I had any prayer requests today. So, I answered, “Please pray for my daughter. It is hard to wake up every day wondering if she is alive.”
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Five Minute Friday- “Both”
.."They both keep me going. Caught in the web of parental destruction, these children ease through like escape artists. My grandkids tend to rely on one another in ways other siblings never will. Shadows of unfair circumstances are illuminated by their grace and boldness. They both bless my life and teach me new wisdom daily."..
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Authentic Truths- “Unedited Perception”
People rely on themselves for what only God provides, and it shows. We have entire courses to teach people how to be all about themselves! Self love sounds sufficient and enough.
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Poetry- “Good Enough”
We all struggle to feel like we are 'enough'. Note: we ARE enough!
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Five Minute Friday, “Accountability”
If you have not parented through substance use, you can't understand. However, you might get it if you experience strongholds, anger, doubt, fear, and loneliness. If you ever spent time trying to outdo God in a life meant for surrender, then you can understand a piece of the trauma in addiction.
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Their Addiction ~ My Journey, “Injured on the Sideline”
begin to make plans for their future, I wonder why my kids never believed they should do the same. We are told not to ask, but I can't let go of the questions, "What did I do wrong?.. Could I have done more to help them?.. Didn't I teach them confidence?" I could go on. What happened here?
Authentic Truths 