Remember Your Stuff

Two of my students missed the wresting bus to their match this afternoon. One of them immediately had a list of excuses: They didn’t do an announcement to remind us. They didn’t call your room when we weren’t on the... Continue reading →

Six Unexpected Months

During my pregnancy with Isabelle, we attempted to prepare for the craziness that would come with having a baby in the house. Additionally, we began to prepare for the idea that it would never be just the two of us... Continue reading →

Isabelle’s Airport Miracle

Our trip home from Japan was quite possibly the worst traveling experience that I have ever had. Our little St. Isabelle Clare provided what I would consider to be a miracle to get us home, and for that I am... Continue reading →

Isabelle’s Stocking

My husband comes from an Italian family with many traditions. There are certain movies that are watched, foods that are always made, and a certain ornament that is always licked (EW!) each Christmas. My own family’s traditions are a bit... 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 →