January 30, 2019
by Tricia Osterholm
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When you go through deep waters, I will be with you. Isaiah 43:2 You may find yourself feeling very alone as you try to cope with a loss. The pain can be overwhelming, and it’s hard to imagine that anyone … Continue reading
November 29, 2018
by Tricia Osterholm
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Yesterday my father-in-law passed away. He was a U.S. Navy Korean War veteran. Though he rarely talked about his military service, he was critically injured and lost vision and hearing for a few days when his ship was fired upon. … Continue reading
October 28, 2018
by Tricia Osterholm
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What to do with a loved one’s belongings after they have died is a dilemma, and there is no one size fits all solution. It is a very personal process and other people may not understand why it is so … Continue reading
September 3, 2018
by Tricia Osterholm
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Today Kayln would be 24. Looking at her photos makes me feel a little closer to her, but also brings the familiar ache of longing to see her again. How wonderful it would be to hear her laugh, to see … Continue reading
September 1, 2018
by Tricia Osterholm
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Jesus promises us peace. But our faith can be shaken when we are faced with devastating news, and peace suddenly seems unattainable. After the loss of a loved one, we can experience profound emptiness and loneliness that can be overwhelming. … Continue reading
April 29, 2018
by Tricia Osterholm
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I am reflecting on the promise of heaven more than ever before. In this life, we all experience heartache, and while we are on this earth we must live with painful memories. But once we cross over to heaven, we … Continue reading
March 13, 2018
by Tricia Osterholm
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Three years ago today we lost Kayln. You would think that after three years I would be used to the fact that she is gone, but I am not. I don’t know that I ever will be, completely. How do … Continue reading
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
November 1, 2017
by Tricia Osterholm
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Is there someone you know who has recently lost a loved one and is in need of encouragement? If you are hesitant to reach out because you are afraid of saying the wrong thing, I want to reassure you that … Continue reading
