Brilliant

I think this blog idea is brilliant for many reasons.

First, because it is comforting for me to hear how your journey with grief is going; whether it be good or bad. (I know it is probably not feeling very good ever to you, but when you communicate about your faith, how much you value and love Jordan, and how much you are appreciating and growing with Peyton I am filled with joy.

Secondly, because I want you to know that we grieve and mourn with you too. I know that it is human nature to want people to be happy. When someone falls we want to help pick them, dust off their pants, and tell them they will be fine. I was reminded recently of Romans 12:15 'Rejoice with those who rejoice; mourn with those who mourn.' I want you to know that I always want you to be happy, but more than that I want you to be you. And if you is angry, disappointed, confused...I want to know that can be expressed with me always. I want to cry with you and laugh with you.

Thirdly, b/c words are often better expressed when written rather than said. Not that they shouldn't be said! But I express myself much more clearly when I write and I will be able to reflect on my thoughts of Drew and this journey more easily this way.

Fourthly, b/c it must be SO good for you to hear how Drew has affected each of us. Knowing that his life and death have forever changed me in more ways than I can name!

Well, that's all for now. Thanks for letting me be a contributor to this blog. I pray that it strengthens and uplifts you all through this journey.

Much love,
Laura