unpacking

i came back from kansas
with a lot of work to do.
unpacking my thoughts and feelings about the
beautiful,
devastating,
encouraging,
heartbreaking
weekend that I had.

the road through grief to healing
is long,
scary,
difficult
and painful.
then when you think you are finished
and your journey is complete,
often you find that it isn't.

I am so thankful to have met Joel and Jess, as well as their beautiful family and friends. I pray that as they continue on their road that they will find hope and comfort as well as the strength and encouragement to continue letting the Lord heal their hearts.

more later.

i need some time alone with Jesus.


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9 Comments

  1. carissa... brown eyed foxSeptember 22, 2009 at 5:38 PM

    i can imagine it was difficult to be there...
    but special all in one!

    i pray HE brings you rest & peace...

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  2. TashaSeptember 22, 2009 at 7:25 PM

    I am sending lots of prayers your way and their way. I am glad you got to go.

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  3. Tegan | Celebrate Twelve13September 22, 2009 at 8:37 PM

    What an amazing and beautiful thing to be a part of. My prayers have been with them... and all of you.

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  4. AnonymousSeptember 22, 2009 at 9:07 PM

    Wow, it must have been such an emotional day, so bitter sweet. Sending prayers and hugs to you and this beautiful family.

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  5. AmandaSeptember 22, 2009 at 9:09 PM

    having you here was an honor. so nice to meet you in person. thank you thank you for allowing God to use you to bless our dear friends.

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  6. SherrylSeptember 23, 2009 at 4:03 AM

    Great for you to be there Julie. You were such a big part of it. You helped make Cora's Playground happen. BTW, I loved the picture of Janey on Meg's blog. What a happy bundle of rolls!

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  7. HMaasSeptember 23, 2009 at 10:12 AM

    I can't imagine how you are feeling - but I will pray for you and for Cora's parents, know that the Lord will give peace, and that he never gives us more than we can handle.

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  8. AnonymousSeptember 23, 2009 at 3:07 PM

    I'm sure you have so many emotions. Take your time and rest in the Lord.
    My love,
    Rachel

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  9. Polka Dot MoonSeptember 23, 2009 at 6:41 PM

    You started something so amazing. How wonderful to go and show love and support. There isn't a day that goes by that I don't think of Cora and her family; and shed some tears.....

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