Just a quick note to let you all know that I haven’t disappeared – we have had a death in our family. My husband’s grandmother passed away after a long struggle with cancer. This weekend also brought my youngest daughter’s birthday. She turned 3, so we have been busy trying to give her a special day in the midst of everything going on. So…life is a little crazy right now! I hope you all have a wonderful weekend and I will be back to regularly scheduled posting on Tuesday!
~Stephanie
A Modern Christian Woman 
I’m so sorry to hear…we’ll keep your husband and family in prayer.
Thank you so much Lynne! It’s been a difficult couple of days – but were getting through!
So sorry for your loss!
Thank you so much, I appreciate it!
Sorry to hear of your loss. And best wishes to your little girl. They grow up too fast.
Thank you – I appreciate it! She is growing much too fast – these last few years have gone rather quickly!
My condolences go out to you and your family. I’ll keep you in my thoughts and prayers.
Thank you so very much, the prayers are much appreciated!
Prayers for you, your husband, and all family/friends that your grandmother in law touched during her life. Birthdays and end days are reminders to give our most and let God live through us at all times…
Yes it is, time here is short compared with eternity! Thank you so much for the prayers, they are so appreciated!
I’m so sorry to hear this. You and your family will be in my prayers.
Thank you Deanna!
Sorry about your family’s loss, Stephanie, and please pass my condolences on to your husband. I too, went missing myself these past two weeks. Trying to get back on track but quite the challenge in my always-hopping household.I’ll be darned if is isn’t that 30-40-minute meal recipe I promised you two Fridays ago.
🙂 Thank you for the condolences! It’s tough to get back into the swing of things – almost like you need a vacation from time away to get things in order!
I’m very sorry to hear she had a long battle. Now that her fight is over may she find peace and comfort in the loving arms of the Almighty. And may through faith that she is with the Mighty Healer bring enough comfort to your hearts that you can celebrate the young life that is unfolding before you with joyous celebration and without burden.
Thank you so much for the kind words – I am thankful that she is no longer in pain and is at last in peace. Knowing that we will see her again brings much comfort. Our little one said her gammy is an angel now, singing with Jesus – comforting words from the mouth of babes!
Sorry to hear about your tough week. Prayers for you and your whole family. 🙂
Thank you – I really appreciate the prayers!
Preparations for your daughters party may help your grieving process. Sorry about your husbands grandmother passing away.
Thank you, and you are right – her birthday was a much needed distraction for us. Watching her celebrate and enjoy her day helped keep everything in perspective – there is a time for every season under the sun.
So true Stephanie, I am glad that you are being held in prayer through all of this 🙂
praying for you & fam…sorry to hear about your loss…bittersweet moments in life – Hope your daughter enjoys her bday
Thank you so much for your prayers, I appreciate them! She did enjoy her day, although she now thinks everyday is her birthday!
I’m so sorry but i’m sure its good that she is not struggling anymore. Can’t wait until you are back!
Thank you! I too am very glad she is no longer in pain, but we are sad to see her go!
Im sure.. I have had similar experiences too many times 😦
I’m sorry for your loss. Enjoy the birthday partying though. 🙂
Thank you Amy! We did enjoy Ava’s party – it was a nice break in the midst of things.
I’m sorry to hear your sad news, but you and your family will be in my prayers. But in the midst of your sadness, you have your daughter’s birthday, a gentle reminder from above about life’s beautiful continuation, I think. ❤
Thank you Stacy! Yes it is, a great reminder – and it turned out to be just what we needed! Celebrating her birthday was the perfect way to take a deep breath and just enjoy something beautiful.
My condolences but happy birthday to your daughter as well!
Thank you so much!
I’m so sorry for your loss. I send a prayer to you all. I too am coping with my mom’s cancer and my step daughter’s wedding at the same time – I relate. It’s hard to celebrate when you are so sad.
Stay strong and remember that God never gives us more than we can handle.
Thank you! And prayers coming your way – God doesn’t give us any more than we can handle, He is always there – no matter what is going on. That fact comforts me so much.
Thank you! I said those very words to my husband just the other day….when we both felt that we can’t take another piece of bad news.
Prayers all around – xoxo
So sorry to hear about your loss. Sending prayers for you and your family.
Thank you, we really appreciate them!
You’re living life in all its elements. It’s not always easy, but then again we don’t learn a whole lot when it’s apple pie and sunshine. Look forward to having you back in the saddle again.
🙂 Thank you! Life is not always easy, but that’s ok – character is only built during tough times.
My deepest condolences for your loss. May her soul rest in peace and may the Lord comfort all the family and loved ones. I would also like to wish your little daughter a Happy Birthday! May God grant her many wonderful, joyous years filled with abundant blessings!
Thank you for the sweet words!
Sorry for your loss. Sending prayer.
Sorry for your family’s loss. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.
Thank you very much – we really appreciate it!
I’m so sorry to hear that. I will say a prayer for you and your family.
🙂 Thank you very much! We really appreciate the prayers!
Sounds like a lot going on. My condolences to your family, and my best wishes to your daughter.
Quite! Thank you very much for the condolences and the well wishes!
I am so very sorry! As hard as it is, it’s the lives of the little ones who give us a sense of joy in the midst of our heartache. My granddaughter just turned three and I know how much they are aware of this is their time! I pray God will give you and your family peace in the middle of a very difficult time. oxo Debra
Thank you Debra! Celebrating her birthday was a nice break from all the goings on this weekend – seeing her joy and excitement was such a comfort to us!
My deepest condolences to your family and loved ones. Congratulations to your daughter. 🙂
Thank you very much!
very sorry to hear it ~ hope the birthday brought some comfort
Thank you – it surely did! Seeing her excitement and joy was a nice break for us. A gentile reminder to enjoy every moment.
Sorry to hear of your loss…
🙂 Thank you!
So to hear of your family’s loss.
Thank you!
My condolences. Surely your daughter’s birthday brightened the day.
It did – she was so happy and excited, it was just what we needed.
Thinking of you. Sorry to hear about your Grandmother. And Happy 3rd Birthday to your daughter.
Thank you for the kind words! 🙂
My thoughts are with you and your family.
Thank you so much! 🙂
Happy birthday to your daughter. So sorry for your loss. My Mammaw passed away at 72 after a long struggle with cancer, so I can imagine what your family must be going through. My thoughts are with you!
Thank you so much! I appreciate your kind words.
So sorry for your families loss Stephanie. Blessings to you all. And happy b’day to a special someone 😉
*anna
Thank you so much! She had a great day despite everything going on and that made us smile.