November 11, 2019
by Maralee
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We took our kids to a funeral recently. I was getting ready to explain to them how funerals typically go, until I realized they’ve actually been to quite a few funerals already. And every time we take them, I think … Continue reading
January 16, 2019
by Maralee
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Full disclosure: I did not want to watch “The Good Place.” And I didn’t watch it for a long time. Something about a depiction of the afterlife without any kind of theological accountability made me itchy. I still have itchy … Continue reading
November 21, 2018
by Maralee
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We hosted Friendsgiving last night and a little teacup got broken. It was an accident. I usually count on at least one dish casualty when we get to host an event, so this was not unexpected. While it’s always a … Continue reading
June 27, 2018
by Maralee
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Since I was young I have had a consistent fear. I have imagined the moment I will see Jesus face-to-face. I imagine him looking at the list of good things I have done. I can imagine telling him about how … Continue reading
August 28, 2015
by Maralee
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Dear Dad, Well, we both know that “on his birthday” part was kind of pushing the definition of “on” and “birthday.” Sorry this is late, but I feel like a large chunk of my brain was held captive for those … Continue reading
September 12, 2014
by Maralee
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I don’t know if dogs go to heaven. I don’t think they have souls, but I’m really not sure how God works out what ends up in a place that was created for our joy. I did have a cat … Continue reading
October 29, 2013
by Maralee
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*I am honored to have Michelle share her wisdom on helping a friend grieve. Her story is precious to me. You can read more from Michelle here.* “I am convinced that learning the delicate art of grieving comes mostly through being … Continue reading
July 19, 2013
by Maralee
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There are two events in my life I can confidently point to as miracles. There have likely been other interventions God has done on my behalf that I may never know about until heaven, but I know there have been … Continue reading
July 12, 2013
by Maralee
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My six year-old Josh has become obsessed with roller coasters recently. Although he’s never ridden anything more exciting than the caterpillar ride that goes around in a circle at the county fair, he is sure he’s big and brave enough … Continue reading
June 10, 2013
by Maralee
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Our family enjoys “Phineas and Ferb”. . . and I don’t just mean the kids enjoy it. I’ve found it to be one of the few current cartoons that encourages creativity, hard work, and family relationships. And it makes me … Continue reading