When I was a teenager, dating helped me determine the qualities I wanted in a man I married. I think it makes sense that it would be the same as an adult. But, "centered and balanced?" It has been five years, I still don't feel like I am qui

Mother's Day

Jan 7th, 2022 1m 40s

For any mothers like me who play both mother and father, if Mother's Day was not perfect, start planning. Father's Day will be here soon. Yes, I expect to be honored then as well.

When Suffering We May be Nearer to God Than We Have Ever Been in Our Entire Lives

Jan 5th, 2022 41s

I am grateful for My New Life!

Sometimes You Just Have to Draw the Line

Jan 4th, 2022 3m 48s

Will someone please remind me if this happens again what the problem is?

What Was I Thinking?

Jan 3rd, 2022 24s

Watching the portrayal of that pain makes me remember what it was like... and how I felt... and reminds me of pain I had forgotten I suffered.

The Principle of Compensation

Jan 2nd, 2022 39s

Because Heavenly Father is merciful, a principle of compensation prevails.

Musicals

Jan 1st, 2022 1m 4s

One of the perks of widowhood was deciding it was a great Mother's Day gift for me, and buying it.

I Don't Dare Tell Him the Truth

Dec 31st, 2021 2m 15s

My sweet precious little boy. Despite his mother's craziness, he still has confidence in me.

Feeling Selfish

Dec 30th, 2021 1m 30s

Did I mention I really want to go see a show? With my friend? Like an adult, who does something refined.

Trying Not to Take it Personally

Dec 29th, 2021 24s

"Why on television is it always the moms that die... but my dad died?""

Ya Gotta Find Time Somewhere

Dec 28th, 2021 30s

Thanks to my snowplow fairy, I have been able to survive another winter with minimal shoveling.

I am Not Afraid of Breaking a Nail

Dec 27th, 2021 3m 35s

Lesson Manual: How to Be a WidowThink of everything you hate to do and sign up for any memberships that will get you out of doing it! i.e. AAA = no changing flat tires, no worries if you run out of gas, and someone else can come to jump your b

Crying My Eyes Out Over My Eyes

Dec 26th, 2021 1m 49s

Crying... I just sat there crying. And I vowed to take better care of myself this year.

I Had a Relationship with a Man and I Didn't Even Know His Name

Dec 25th, 2021 2m 48s

I am not so smooth in these situations...

I Talked to Dad

Dec 24th, 2021 40s

"Mom, I talked to dad. He said I could have it, but you will have to pay for it."

It is Time You Get to Know the Truth

Dec 23rd, 2021 3m 46s

It is because I am widowed that every day my life is crazy, because once upon a time, there was someone who kept me balanced and sane.

The Little Things Like Garbage

Dec 23rd, 2021 1m 49s

I am not a very structured person in some areas. So, to be told the exact date and time that my garbage had to be on the curb, I found it highly inconvenient!

Healing with Media

Dec 22nd, 2021 1m 40s

I have never been one to shy away from any type of media that addresses death. I embrace it. I think it is healing for the kids to be able to read or watch how another child handles the same trial they have been given. Isn't there something abo

A New Member of the Family

Dec 21st, 2021 2m 14s

I knew I wasn't giving him back. He was as crazy and wild as the rest of us and he belonged right here with us.

BRAG

Dec 20th, 2021 3m 34s

As a widow, I miss my marriage. I miss the physical and emotional support my husband was to me. And this is in addition to missing the man. I guess for me the way I try to make up for this is to try and provide opportunities for others to go ou

Easy and Willing to Believe

Dec 19th, 2021 2m 2s

As I look back over the past five years and look at the outcomes of difficult decisions, I am grateful. Grateful that this has not been a journey I have walked alone. Grateful to my Savior for leading me, guiding me, and walking by me.

Life is Not Calm

Dec 18th, 2021 22s

We are engaged in an important work and we need to be at work accomplishing those things of importance.

Charity - The Pure Love of Christ

Dec 17th, 2021 1m 44s

Do I show pure love to others? I need it from my Savior, but do I in turn show it to others, including my oldest son? Complete acceptance for who they are, despite what their shortcomings may be.