Especially Heather

You whom I love….

Especially Heather — Fri, 26 Jun 2009 12:30:11 +0000

It is one thing to think that Christ loves us with an unconditional love, but do we love him unconditionally in return? That is a tough question for even the most devout Christians. It digs at the heart of the flesh and reminds us that we are what we are because of who He [...]

The Ugly Side Of The Interweb….

Especially Heather — Fri, 12 Jun 2009 14:02:25 +0000

I have been a blogger for a pretty long time. I have witnessed the Kaycee Nicole Scam, The Pepe/Gina CF Scam and now the April Rose debacle. I have seen the ugly side of blogging, more than I care to mention. But what keeps me coming back? What keeps me from throwing in [...]

Happy Birthday Sweet Emma Grace…

Especially Heather — Fri, 05 Jun 2009 11:59:57 +0000

I remember the first time I saw you, you were so very puffy yet so very beautiful hooked up to every tube imaginable… yet you were here! It has been a long hard beautiful road since then: But what an amazing journey you have lead us down. We love you so very much and are [...]

In Which My Head Explodes…

Especially Heather — Wed, 03 Jun 2009 15:16:14 +0000

Where to begin. If you are just coming into this discussion, you will need to read this post first. So last night we (the parents of the autism children in our county) went before the School Board Members and pleaded our case. The majority of us (including myself) brought our autistic children so that the [...]

Lets talk about ESE, shall we?

Especially Heather — Thu, 21 May 2009 14:56:51 +0000

ESE stands for Exceptional Student Education. Exceptional represents any thing other than “typical”. Emma is a ESE student because she is Autistic, among other things. For those of you who aren’t familiar with her story, you should read it. Anyways. We (the parents of autistic students in this county) have been battling talking [...]

Why do I freak out?

Especially Heather — Wed, 13 May 2009 14:03:42 +0000

I could have written this song. I could have written these lyrics. I have been sitting here for hours listening this song over and over again, trying to wrap my brain around the lyrics, and trying to get my heart to fully be aware of their meaning. It is so easy to say that [...]

Perspective..

Especially Heather — Wed, 06 May 2009 12:41:07 +0000

Today, amidst the economic woes, the bailouts, the finger pointing, I want to list some things that I am very thankful for, instead of all of the negative things that are in my world today. I want to praise God, because of who He is and what He has done instead of blaming and shouting [...]

The Climb…

Especially Heather — Thu, 30 Apr 2009 19:11:25 +0000

Isn’t she beautiful?! We are so very blessed.. The daddy and Emma dance at the end..I knew it would make you cry!

Star Wars, Legos & Turning 9..

Especially Heather — Tue, 28 Apr 2009 11:41:51 +0000

Remember your word to your servant, for you have given me hope. -Ps. 119:49 Today is Elijah’s 9th birthday, and it was only fitting that during my quiet time I read the verse above. (I’ll get to that in a minute) He is such a strong willed little man, arguing his point at every turn. Questioning [...]

Can I have your attention please?

Especially Heather — Mon, 27 Apr 2009 15:19:18 +0000

I came across an old friend this morning. His name is Chad Brandt and he was in my youth group way back when I was in Amarillo Texas. I cant tell you what an impact he had on mine and my families life back then. When I looked around at his facebook page, I [...]

If you want me to…

Especially Heather — Tue, 21 Apr 2009 14:53:04 +0000

My father in laws passing has obviously caused me to pause and think about my own life. My own cancer. My own future. Honestly, it scared me more than anything else. It scared me, not because of the obvious fear of dying, for I do not fear that. It scared me because [...]

What A Week…

Especially Heather — Mon, 20 Apr 2009 13:53:44 +0000

Most of you who follow me on facebook now that my father in law passed away on good Friday from Cancer. We traveled to Oklahoma on Sunday for what was expected to be a very… sad week. Marks father had a very rare cancer that there was no treatment for. Expecting the [...]

Quick Update :)

Especially Heather — Thu, 09 Apr 2009 10:32:18 +0000

My MRI was clear. My neuro-oncologist compared yesterdays to the one in September (I ended chemo in August) and there has been absolutely no change! Also, my best friend Michelle had her baby yesterday!! 2 Blessings in one day! I will post pictures if she gives me permission, but let me just say that [...]

Honestly Honest…

Especially Heather — Tue, 07 Apr 2009 13:10:35 +0000

Tomorrow is my MRI. I would be lying if I said the same fear I had 2 years ago at this time wasnt still there. I would be lying if I said I didn’t still question why I must go through this. I would be lying to you if I said that [...]

I am… (part two)

Especially Heather — Fri, 03 Apr 2009 12:28:43 +0000

SECURE.. This is the one word Christians struggle with the most. Am I secure? Why do I fear? Many times when I am laying on the MRI table (which I will be, again, next Wednesday) I often go over these scriptures. When the fear creeps in, and takes control of my thoughts, these verses are the [...]

I am… (part one)

Especially Heather — Wed, 01 Apr 2009 12:02:10 +0000

ACCEPTED… Do you sometimes feel that Christ could not possibly want or even love you because you are so dirty and nonredeemable? Do you ever feel defeated, dismayed, discouraged or depressed? Stop. Our enemy (satan) does NOT have the authority to defeat us. He wants you to believe he does, but Gods word says otherwise! You are so [...]

The New “R” Word…

Especially Heather — Tue, 31 Mar 2009 14:13:24 +0000

When you use the “R” word, it hurts families like mine… Families that love someone special and unique. Society may view her as “retarded”, but to our family…She is loved Take a stand and make a pledge to end the use of the “R” word”..For Emma and special children/adults like her. Then, spread the word: The new [...]

And the winners are…

Especially Heather — Sat, 28 Mar 2009 12:51:06 +0000

First, let me thank all of you girls who entered… It was such a joy to read all of your comments and luckily I didnt have to decide based on them because they all pulled at my heart strings! If you did not win a free ticket, the good news is there is still [...]

A Woman Inspired Giveaway…

Especially Heather — Tue, 24 Mar 2009 11:21:26 +0000

ATTENTION: I now have 5 tickets instead of one! Also, I will announce the winners SATURDAY instead of MONDAY. Thank you Amy Stults for contacting me and offering my readers 4 more chances to win! Sqweee! Double your chances to win and go to SimplyHis.org and sign up there too! When I woke up this [...]

Beckoned Call…

Especially Heather — Mon, 23 Mar 2009 11:40:12 +0000

My husband has always had the call to serve. When we first met, he was a leader of Campus Crusade on his college campus, the week after our wedding we were serving at a church as youth pastors, and it didnt stop there. We have always been in a leadership roll of one sort or [...]