Tag Archives: hope
Spring at the House of Feasting & Mourning
Thankfully Spring seems to have sprung, though it has seemed a bit tentative. Perhaps it’s scared that some lingering remnants of the long, cold winter will try and snuff it out. Admittedly, we’ve felt the same way–trying to fully jump … Continue reading
Easter Memories // Easter Hope
As we anticipate a wonderful Easter morning gathering with family and church family at the Hollywood Bowl, we are awash with memories of being at this particular place on this particular day for over 7 years now. One of the … Continue reading
It’s a Wrap!
We wanted to update you on our short film shoot this past weekend. Thank you for all the wonderful thoughts and prayers covering this time. Long story short, it was both grueling and cathartic, stressful and transcendent. Wow, we have … Continue reading
Some Unexpected Good News
A few days ago, I had a follow-up appointment with my vocal cord surgeon. Honestly, I think he is extremely good at what he does (ok, like the best out there), but let’s just say his clinical bedside manner and … Continue reading
Hope Heals: A Short Film
One of the new, exciting projects we have in the works for Hope Heals in the coming months is a project that has been stirring in our heads and in our hearts for quite a while now…a short film telling our story, … Continue reading
Upon More Reflection …
I’ve had a few weeks now to process my big appointments from a few weeks ago – all the doctors’ info/advice/insight. First, I must tell you what I forgot to tell you in light of the aneurysm news. In the same week I visited Dr. … Continue reading
Passing on the Comfort
Many of you heard Joni Eareckson Tada’s radio program about my story that aired last week. It was so touching to hear from folks all over the country that heard the program and were moved to contact me. If you did … Continue reading
The Sweetness of God
You may remember reading back in September that James loves his new school. Now, we really loved his little preschool, so this new one had big shoes to fill. What I didn’t focus much on was how close it is to … Continue reading
Encountering Joni
Years ago, not too long after Katherine’s stroke, while she was still in-patient at UCLA, we received correspondence from Joni Eareckson Tada. For those of you unacquainted, Joni is an incredible woman whose life took a tragic turn very early … Continue reading
Luxury Problems
About 3 weeks after my leg break, Jay and I returned back home to LA. Over the past few years, near the beginning of August, my family has gathered in California for our annual summer vacation. They were all very … Continue reading
