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The Choice: A Micro-Memoir
In order to grow as a writer and a blogger I recently set personal goals pertaining to each but knew that strengthening my writing skills might involve some uncomfortable stretching and reaching. The first step out of my comfort zone was joining an online writing...
A timeline (in pictures) of our baby’s first weeks in the NICU
I enjoy painting pictures with words and by now I'm sure you're aware that much of my writing stems from all that I've experienced since and because of Cami's premature birth. But today I'm going to let pictures tell the story. Out of our 176 day NICU journey, the...
A poem for parents of preemies
Though I don't usually post on Saturdays, today I am honored to share with you that the Graham's Foundation Blog (producer of Parents of Preemies Day) featured a poem I wrote. "Each Day Too Long" is for every parent of a preemie. Whether you were blessed to bring your...
when it’s time to bring your preemie home from the NICU (Five Minute Friday)
It’s Five Minute Friday!* Where a group of us join together for five minutes of writing without worrying about if it’s just right or not, hosted by the lovely Lisa-Jo. In light of the upcoming Parents of Preemies Day in addition to the fact that our dear friends are...
for when you worry no one will help your (special needs) child
On this journey of raising a child with special needs, I’ve experienced hurtful wounds along the way. There have been unkind words, thoughtless actions and ignorant remarks. I try hard to forget. However, I’ve also witnessed the kindness and compassion of others, a...
For preemie parents, (Parents of Preemies Day 2013)
A Time to MournAround 16 weeks along into my first pregnancy I was elated to finally be over the extreme morning sickness I'd experienced for the past several weeks. Feeling better, my mind pondered many questions. Would my baby be a boy..or a girl? Whose...
What I’ve witnessed because of my daughter’s special needs {Five Minute Friday}
It’s Five Minute Friday!* Where a group of us join together for five minutes of writing without worrying about if it’s just right or not, hosted by the lovely Lisa-Jo. Today's prompt: ORDINARYGO Some days, I allow my thoughts to wander to what...
About me
Welcome fellow pilgrims. I’m Rachel. A writer, sojourner, pastor’s wife, and special needs mama. Join me on the journey?