How many times do we hear—or say—that phrase and not know how to take our burdens to the cross and leave them there? "Rising Cairn" by Celeste Roberge I connected immediately with this sculpture, “Rising Cairn” by Celeste Roberge, the first time I saw its image. Others have called it “The Weight of Grief,” andContinue reading "Take It to the Cross"
The Loneliness in Suffering
The thing with trials is that they are compounded by loneliness. Many trials are so individualized that no one can fully share in the suffering with you. No one else feels exactly the same way you do. No one else responds the same way to similar events. No one else can bear the weight ofContinue reading "The Loneliness in Suffering"
Me Too . . . Again
When I logged back into my lonely blog, I discovered this half-written post. I don't remember starting it, but it's still applicable, so I cleaned it up and posted it. My biggest fear when it comes to sharing my story is that I'll be judged, condemned, and rejected. What's the worst thing that could happen ifContinue reading "Me Too . . . Again"
Stop the Car!
As soon as I promised to write about real help for anxiety in my next blog post, I had a panic attack because I was afraid I couldn’t deliver. I thought to myself, what on earth was I thinking??? I don’t have any answers! I have no idea what helps me, let alone what wouldContinue reading "Stop the Car!"
Let’s Talk about Anxiety
Let’s talk about anxiety. I don’t mean being a little bit nervous or worried. I mean being sick to your stomach anxious. Locomotive circling the brain nonstop anxious. Blurting out irrational thoughts anxious. Can’t breathe anxious. Can’t hold a cup of relaxing lavender tea without spilling anxious. Racing heartbeat anxious. According to Dictionary.com, anxiety isContinue reading "Let’s Talk about Anxiety"
I’m Baaaack!
I’ve missed this space! This past week, I’ve been thinking that I needed to get back into regular, personal writing for several reasons. First of all, I need to get all this hot mess out of my head! I’ve heard fiction authors say that they have no idea how a story is going to endContinue reading "I’m Baaaack!"
The Major Deal with a Minor Holiday
I love pizza even though the gluten in the crust and the lactose in the cheese usually make me feel sick. It's a special treat nonetheless. But it's not special enough to make up for the fact that it's my Labor Day picnic-for-one meal. That's a lot of pressure to put on a few slices of pizza.Continue reading "The Major Deal with a Minor Holiday"
Identity Crisis
With my recent divorce, I decided to revert my last name to my maiden name. My married name has all kinds of negative connotations, and I don't want to be associated with that name or that person anymore. As my girls are in their late teens, they're old enough to realize that I need myContinue reading "Identity Crisis"
The Scarlet Letter
I'm branded forever now with that letter; you know, the one that screams at people from across the room. Yes, I've got that huge S on my chest. You know, S for Speeder. Everyone asks me about it all the time. "I just heard the news! I can't believe you're a Speeder!" "When we wereContinue reading "The Scarlet Letter"
The Next Half
I spent the first 22 years of my life waiting to get married. I spent the next 22 years of my life wishing I wasn't. (Go ahead and figure out my age; it's easy.) Half of my life was spent preparing to be a good, Christian wife. Half of my life was spent reeling fromContinue reading "The Next Half"
Bethany LaShell 