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In Your Book all of my days were already written; my days had been shaped before any of them existed. Psalm 139:16
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A Heavenly Visit: My Final Encounter with Joshua
In the night, grief-stricken, Joshua came. Not as he was, but glorified. He prayed for me, a heavenly language, a final blessing.
Feb 223 min read


Heaven's Embrace: An Encounter with Joshua
Tears fell, then warmth. A hug from beyond. My son's presence, a thin veil away. Gratitude from heaven.
Feb 222 min read


Ironing Out Grief: Reflections on Joshua's Final Outfit, July 6, 2024
My reflection, recounting the journey of ironing Joshua's burial clothes and the deep significance it held then, and what it means now.
Jul 27, 20243 min read


Guarding Innocence: Joshua's Rescue and God's Grace
This blog post sheds light on the urgent need to raise awareness about the haunting reality of child trafficking and exploitation.
Aug 16, 20234 min read


Remembering Josh's Courageous Journey To Arizona
Arizona, 2021. Josh's journey of hope, dreams, and unforeseen challenges.
Jul 24, 20232 min read


Reflecting on Time: 1 Year 5 Months Since My Beloved Child's Passing
Reflect with me on the passage of time: 1 year, 5 months since Josh's passing. Join me on a journey of grief, healing, and faith.
Jul 5, 20236 min read


Buried Soul
Time stretched out like an endless desert, each grain of sand a moment of despair. The horizon offered no hope...
Jan 6, 20231 min read


CELEBRATING BIRTHDAYS AFTER LOSS
How do we celebrate a loved one’s birthday after they are no longer here? Read on to learn of 8 ways that help us honor and remember them.
Dec 18, 20224 min read


DEAR JOSH
Wednesday December 14, 2022 Dear Josh, I feel so sad today. How do I celebrate without you here son? Your absence is especially felt...
Dec 18, 20224 min read
POEMS BY JOSHUA BAEZ
My son as he penned these words did not know almost 7 years later, they would be chosen and spoken just feet away from his coffin...
Dec 14, 20222 min read


THE DAY OF THANKSGIVING
A week ago was Thanksgiving. I didn't know how I would get through the first holiday of this season... but, I made it! I am making it...
Dec 2, 20224 min read


SURVIVING THE HOLIDAYS AFTER A LOSS
Have you experienced a recent loss or in the past few years? Someone close? Someone you love deeply? Is it a grandparent or parent, your...
Nov 26, 20225 min read


IT'S BEEN 9 MONTHS
I can't believe it's been 9 months. I haven't written here since the start of summer. I did draft a post and have gone back to it since,...
Nov 17, 20223 min read


THE GREAT DIVIDE
There's a great divide between us now. One unexpected. Un-imagined. Undesired. Where I am you no longer are. Where you are I long to be.
Jun 23, 20222 min read


God's Whisper in Sorrow: The End is Near
"The End is Near..." I heard moments before closing his casket. This brought me comfort, peace and hope. And with that, I closed the casket.
Jun 17, 20222 min read
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