Divorce is one of society’s ills that erodes family ties and creates grief in the heart of the ones being abandoned. While the forsaken spouse must often deal with feelings of betrayal and loneliness, the children may grow up with a sense of insecurity and unworthiness. This is when love and faith become the most important factors amid all the turmoil. … More Navigating Divorce: A Child’s Perspective
And yet… some days, the hard parts still take my breath away, and I let myself feel the ache and mourn the loss of the wholeness I wanted for my children and my family. I rage inside myself for a bit and reach out to wise friends who remind me of who I am and how I want to love with courage, sacrifice and truth. … More Healing After Divorce: Embracing Grief and Growth
Divorce is so commonplace in our society now that many people don’t stop and consider how many of us desperately did not want it. We fought it and prayed for any other outcome. There was no “divorce celebration” being thrown in our house. I was in mourning. The family I had known and loved was dead – and I didn’t even get to say goodbye. … More The Wedding Tree