Hitting Rock Bottom & Choosing to Get Back Up: December 2014

I'm not going to blog about my personal journey through grief during the holiday season as planned because to be honest, my mind is spinning and my heart is numb... In other words, I feel like I'm not even buckled in on this never ending roller coaster. Instead, I'm going to beg you for uplifing prayers... prayers of peace and comfort, prayers of strength, prayers of hope, prayers of healing, prayers of patience, prayers of recevovery, prayers of thanks.... You get the point. We need ALL prayers. Please. Here is how 2014 is winding down...

As of December 1, 2014, my step-sister has been fighting for her life. She is strong, spunky, and in good hands, but continues to be crtically ill at this point in time. You can read her story by clicking the link below.

http://www.gofundme.com/jenoldenkamp

AND.......
{of course there is an "and"... because when it rains, it pours}

My parents (mom & step-dad) lost their home in Mitchell due to a fire in the middle of the night on December 7, 2014. We are so THANKFUL everyone got out of the house alive, including my grandparents who were visiting and our 2 dogs.

http://www.mitchellrepublic.com/content/fire-update-neighbors-phone-call-helped-save-family

I am really keeping the faith that 2015 will be a better year. My sanity is counting on it actually! I always think it "can't get any worse", yet it seems to do just that. There are no words to express my gratitude to all of you over the last {almost} 8 months, especially now, during the holidays, as we're faced with even more trials, while still trying to heal our broken hearts. I will forever be indebted to you for all of the prayers, love, encouragement, and unending support. There is no way I would be able to do all of this without all of YOU!