Faith

What’s in a name?

Clare. As soon as Matt and I found out that we were having a girl, the name Clare was on my heart. We debated for several weeks before settling on Isabelle Clare. It was the perfect name. So, what’s in... Continue reading →

The Dress

Today, I received an email from a wedding company advertising “the dress.”  The thing is, I’ve been married for over three years!  It was probably four years ago when I signed up to be on some email list for something... Continue reading →

We received a letter from…

In August, my faithful husband wrote a heartfelt letter to Pope Francis explaining what happened to our daughter, Isabelle. Today, after work, I went to the mailbox to check the mail as I always do in the afternoon. There was... Continue reading →

The Peace of God

Walking into our church this Sunday felt as it did the morning of Isabelle’s funeral. My husband and I were both quiet, consumed by the painful memories that surrounded that August day. A local friend had arranged for a number... Continue reading →