A Mother’s love is somethingthat no one can explain,It is made of deep devotionand of sacrifice and pain, It is endless and unselfishand enduring come what mayFor nothing can destroy itor take that love away . . . It is patient and forgivingwhen all others are forsaking,And it never fails or falterseven though the heart…
Today I am so excited to welcome a special guest to Embracing the Unexpected. Please meet Catherine P. Downing. She has a beautiful way of encouraging others to see God in the midst of caring for a loved one with mental illness. Maree Dee May is Mental Health Awareness Month, though for one out of…
May is Mental Health Awareness Month Will you let Mental Health Awareness Month pass by without a care? Did you know approximately 1 in 5 adults each year in America will have a mental health concern? Will you take your blindfold off and do what you can do to help?
As we discovered last week, in part one, we all need someone to have our backs, and we need to be looking out for others. So how does one go about finding a team and determining who should be on it? Many times, we think our groups must consist of people who are just like…
Do you have a group of “People” who have your back? You know the kind of people who will stand by you in the midst of your circumstances all the while offering compassion, wisdom, support and love no matter what. Do you have someone’s back? I believe……. We all need teams because we were never…
Have you ever considered letting Easter pass by with just a glance? As I approached the week before Easter, I rationalized why this event could go by with nothing more than a glimpse. I concluded that my faith was strong, and God had been present in my heart throughout the year, not just during this…
Are you living in the midst of the unexpected? If you are not in the middle of the unanticipated, I can guarantee you it is on its way. No matter how much we plan and prepare the truth is life is unpredictable. The bigger question is will you have what it takes to embrace the…
I am no stranger to the harsh judgments heaped upon those living in the midst of mental illness. For 18 years, I have walked alongside individuals and families who struggle daily. My heart aches when people make quick assumptions, unaware of the deep battles fought behind closed doors. Read on to discover the truth…
Judgments are a natural part of human nature, but they can also cause problems. Do you want to stop judging others today and have more peace and enjoyment in relationships? Join me in adopting a non-judgmental stance. Remember, it is not about perfection; it is about progress.
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