When Michelle and I first married, we thought we might have one or two children. Four years into to marriage, we had our first child. After that, Michelle went back on the birth control pill. She ended up getting pregnant while on the pill and had a miscarriage.
We were so grieved. We did not know that sometimes the pill allows you to get pregnant but then causes a miscarriage. We thought we could set our own timetable for having children, for example- when we were "financially able," or when we "had all our ducks in a row."
We read in the Bible that God says that children are a blessing and a reward from Him (Psalms 127:1-5). We had been rejecting His gifts. At that point, we prayed and asked God to forgive us and we gave Him this area of our lives. We said, "Lord, help us to love...
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MY kitchen calendar says it’s your wedding anniversary in a little while, so I thought I’d get a few things off my tiny chest to celebrate.
Granny always said if I didn’t eat more I’d end up with boobs like two fried eggs. And she was right. Which is the annoying thing about you oldies, isn’t it? You always are.
You were right when you said I had to be back by midnight. There is nothing to be gained from staying out late. Only trouble. Or herpes.
I dread the day my girls want to go out alone and I am the one sat listening for the key in the door.
You were also right about my first marriage. You knew it would be a disaster but you didn’t say a word. You still haven’t. You let me make my own mistakes. And let’s face it, there have been a few.
I have to give my kids this same...
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I truly believe you are the luckiest woman in the world.
If you’re reading this, the most important thing that I want you to take away from what I say is that I truly believe you are the luckiest woman in the world.
The luckiest woman in the world besides me, that is.
I am the luckiest because I have had the joy of and pure pleasure of growing up with my best friend. From the time I was born I have had a protector who has always been my better judgment, looked out for me, and led me in the right direction. I have had a constant system of support in every step of my life, encouraging and believing in me throughout the best and worst times of my life. I have had someone who has always understood my sense of humor, constantly laughing both with me and at me. I have had someone who...
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It’s been one month since my daughter Ellie Berg lost her battle with Heroin addiction, leaving a major void in our life that will never be filled again. Ellie was only 20 years old and had so much more life in front of her. I truly miss Ellie; I love her and will never forget her.
I can’t say enough about the love and support that our friends, family and the Hudson community has given us. If Ellie would have known the love and support that everyone has shown after she died, it possibly would have given her the strength needed to keep fighting her addiction. We’ll never forget how everyone was there for us in our time of need, plus we can never show enough gratitude for everyone’s support during this time.
But the purpose of this letter is not to dwell on the past, but to look...
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I’m sorry.
To everyone who believed in me, I apologize profusely.
You didn’t deserve seeing me in turmoil. You didn’t deserve to be affected by my negativity. It hurt me even more, knowing what I put you through. The way you looked at me—afraid, helpless, hopeless. The way I stared back into your eyes, defeated.
Don’t be angry because this was nothing personal. Know that I’m gone because I chose to do so. For once, I finished something I started. For once I was brave enough to go through with something risky and dangerous.
Don’t be disappointed. I didn’t give up, no, on the contrary all I ever wanted was a reason to persevere. All I ever wanted was to really live, but I didn’t know how.
All of you always did (and still do) such an excellent job at living, and I was happy...
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Where to start? But- let's be clear. I know you hate sappy shit and all that, but i just needed to tell you a few things.
I need to tell you that I trust you. I trust you with my secrets, fears, hopes, and failures. I trust you to tell me the hard, honest truth. Yes, you look ugly in that. No, he's just playing you. I trust you to tell me what needs to be said, not what I want to hear. I trust you.
I need to tell you that I miss you. I miss you when you're away at school, on vacation, or just not in my vicinity. I miss your humor and the way you laugh. I miss how you make jokes and poke fun, I miss you.
I need to tell you that I care about you. I care about your well being, your happiness, your future, and everything in between. I care about you when you're annoyed, upset, or...
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Your daughter will not remember the things you TOLD her. She will remember the things you SHOWED her. She will remember how you made her FEEL. So run your mouth all you want. But at the end of the day, you must know your actions speak louder than words. For example…
She will remember always having to lie to you about her mom, because anytime you knew she was talking to, seeing, or even thinking positively about her mom, you would get angry, go on a rampage, and spend hours "lecturing" her about how awful her mother is. You show her how your hate for her mother is stronger than any love you have for her, your own daughter. But that’s OK, her mom will continue to take your hate, and show her what forgiveness looks like.
She will remember you spent your last Halloween with her...
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I was recently talking to a classmate who has an ex-best friend as well. Her ex-best friend wrote an open letter to her and that had been something that I had been considering for some time now, so I took it as a sign.
I have a lot to say to you, but I feel like there’s really no other way I could convey all of these thoughts in an effective manner.
I’m sure my family and friends won’t agree with this action of mine, but I feel like I need to do it. I know they’ll think that I should be over this by now and that I’d be “letting you win” by showing that I still care. However, I need to be true to myself and to my heart. I do clearly still care; I still carry the burden of resentment towards you and I don’t want to do that any longer. So, I must get this off my chest in the hopes that...
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I will be the first to admit that growing up I was a daddy's girl. I used to look forwards to the time with you. Yes I was scared of you most of the time because of your temper and the drinking. But I still loved you like any little girl should.
I don't know when our relationship really changed. I can pull out memories of watching tv together during summer holidays when I was in high school but they are always followed by not knowing where you were or when you were coming home for days.
I keep it all a secret from mom though. Because to be honest at this point in time I thought it was my fault. I had gotten my first girlfriend and I didn't care for your girlfriend.
I don't know if our problems started with you and mom divorcing, your new wife already having a daughter, or me telling...
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Dear sister, brother, friend, family member, parent,etc.,
First let me start by saying, I know and understand you don't want to continue on with drugs being not only a vital part of your life, but your life entirely.
I know you didn't want this disease to take over. I know you didn't want to become dependent on whatever was available to you that day. But, more importantly, I know, not just because you tell me constantly but because I see it in your eyes...
I know you don't want the same life for me; constantly telling me how you don't want me to follow in your shoes, how you wish you never started, and you don't want me to even be around drugs. I hate to be the one to break it to you, you did give me this life. No, you didn't make me an addict, but you made me love one. I don't...
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