February 26, 2018
by Tricia Osterholm
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Lately I have been working towards simplifying my life by getting rid of unnecessary things. Now it is just the two of us left in this house and we find ourselves a bit overwhelmed by all of the stuff we … Continue reading
January 31, 2018
by Tricia Osterholm
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December 30, 2017
by Tricia Osterholm
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This holiday season, I found myself searching for peace, wondering if it was obtainable for me. While my personal challenge is the loss of my daughter, others may be struggling with hectic schedules, tight budgets, family problems, and health issues. … Continue reading
November 28, 2017
by Tricia Osterholm
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The pain of losing a loved one can often be intensified by the unexpected consequences of grief, such as an inability to focus, lack of motivation, and lost sense of purpose. These characteristics of grief often make life difficult in … Continue reading
October 2, 2017
by Tricia Osterholm
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The first time I ever heard of an AVM was the day our daughter, Kayln, ended up in the ICU. The neurologist explained that an arteriovenous malformation (AVM) is a complex tangle of abnormal arteries and veins, and that the … Continue reading
September 23, 2017
by Tricia Osterholm
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This is the most persuasive argument I have come across for starting the day with bible study and prayer. Oftentimes a challenge of grief is a lack of motivation or feeling unable to face the day at all. But if … Continue reading
September 18, 2017
by Tricia Osterholm
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So many people around us are hurting, quietly trying to cope with their struggles on their own. Most of us are well-practiced at covering up our feelings, and are uncomfortable sharing our difficulties with others. Whatever trials we are experiencing, … Continue reading
September 9, 2017
by Tricia Osterholm
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I have wrestled with many unanswered questions during this trial of loss. I could easily become consumed by my search for answers, but I am discovering that peace comes when I let go of those questions and instead focus on … Continue reading
September 3, 2017
by Tricia Osterholm
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The flowers that we brought to Kayln’s grave for her birthday are a small representation of our love that lives on. She would be 23 today. Losing a child is so unnatural; I still often wonder how she could be … Continue reading
August 8, 2017
by Tricia Osterholm
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Loss creates a whirlwind of activity at a time when you want the world to stand still. You are forced to make significant decisions when you are still in a state of shock and disbelief. I remember how difficult it … Continue reading
