Stories through the Wilderness
The Red-Headed Stepchild
Growing up between two homes — one built on faith and structure, the other on chaos and survival — I learned early what it meant to live in the tension of love and brokenness. Yet even in those divided spaces, God was quietly planting seeds of faith that would one day take root. The Red-Headed Stepchild is the first chapter of my Faith Story Series — a story of belonging, redemption, and the God who never stopped pursuing me, even when I felt lost between two worlds.
Faith, Fear, and Breast Cancer
This October, Breast Cancer Awareness Month feels more personal than ever. After finding a lump, I’ve been navigating a mix of fear, faith, and deep reflection. My journey isn’t just about waiting for test results—it’s about confronting old grief, remembering my mom’s battle with breast cancer, and learning to trust God’s peace in the midst of uncertainty. Whether this turns out to be nothing or something more, I know this: fear loses its power when we bring it into the light.
Please Don’t Tell Me How to Grieve
Grief doesn’t follow rules or timelines—it’s as unique as the love that was lost. In this heartfelt reflection, I share the story of losing my dad at fifteen and the painful lesson I learned when others judged the way I grieved. Whether your grief is fresh or years old, this post is a reminder that healing looks different for everyone—and that compassion, not correction, is what the grieving heart needs most.
“Please Don’t Tell Me How to Grieve” invites readers to walk through loss with grace, presence, and faith, remembering that even in our deepest sorrow, God meets us with comfort and understanding.
Hineni — Here I Am
We all face seasons that feel like wilderness—lonely, uncertain, and full of questions. Yet even there, God is near. Hineni means “Here I am,” a simple, wholehearted response of faith and surrender. This post shares how God met me in my own wilderness—through addiction, grief, and redemption—and how His light continues to guide each step. If you’ve ever felt lost, this is a reminder that your story isn’t over. The wilderness may shape you, but it will not define you.
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