It's been fifteen years since we lost Justin. The time leading up to Christmas is still painful. I hate seeing the focus on material things. If I got my Christmas Wish, Justin would still be alive.

I am often reminded that God's plan is immense and cannot be explained to one person. Perhaps someday I will know why he had to die.

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It's Mothers Day and I'm missing my boy.

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I am expanding on comments I left for a friend.

It saddens me when people spew out hateful words without thinking about who they will hurt.
Homophobia is one of those irrational fears I don't understand. 'Tis a pity but it is what it is - irrational.

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I was reminiscing on Facebook about how funny yet protective pets can be with babies.

We had our dog almost five years before Justin was born. We worried at times how she would react to this new member. So, when we got back from the hospital, I sat down in the rocking chair with Justin bundled up in my lap. Rich brought Lady in while we both ( Read more... )

A discussion on one of the forums I belong to brought this back to mind ( Read more... )

About Justin's trip to Germany...

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