All posts tagged mourning
“Only” a house
Posted by Jacqueline on September 26, 2018
https://justonetake.com/2018/09/26/only-a-house/
Grieving Frankie
Frankie’s Loving Parents
Grief is something that hits everyone differently. Sometimes, it takes you over immediately assaulting all your sensibilities. Other times, it is a slow burn that you feel incrementally stronger as time passes. But however it strikes, there is no going around – you must go through the fire.
Posted by Jacqueline on July 3, 2018
https://justonetake.com/2018/07/03/grieving-frankie/
A Father’s Remembrance
A precious gift from God, my baby was taken to Heaven without ever taking a first breath. Before my baby was ever able to feel a human touch, see a friendly smile, or cry a first tear, life was taken.
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Posted by Jacqueline on July 3, 2018
https://justonetake.com/2018/07/03/frances-leigh-2/
Frances Leigh
A precious gift from God, my baby was taken to Heaven without ever taking a first breath. Before my baby was ever able to feel a human touch, see a friendly smile, or cry a first tear, life was taken. (more…)
Posted by Jacqueline on July 3, 2018
https://justonetake.com/2018/07/03/frances-leigh/
Pieces of Paper
Pieces of paper scattered on the floor – reminders that haunt me of all life was before… before your life was done – barely just begun.
Posted by Jacqueline on July 23, 2017
https://justonetake.com/2017/07/23/pieces-of-paper/
Suffering with grace
One of my favorite spiritual leaders growing up was a priest named Father Jim. I believe he came to our small-town parish in the mid- to late 90s – I remember being about 12 years of age. I didn’t realize what a big deal it was at the time, but mine was the first CCD class where both the boys and the girls were trained to be altar attendants.*
My sister, brother, and I all served at mass dozens of times – probably hundreds if you were to tally up the instances between the three of us. As a child and even as a teenager, I probably didn’t fully appreciate the role I played as an altar attendant. Regardless, I think it was important as a young person for me to understand that a religious community – just like any other community – has jobs that need done and members…
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Posted by Jacqueline on June 21, 2017
https://justonetake.com/2017/06/21/suffering-with-grace-2/
Who is my Heisenberg?
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May 20, 2017 @ 6:29 a.m.
Who is my Heisenberg?
I have a mental illness. This is not something I chose. This is not something of which I am proud. This is not something I want any more than Walter White wanted to have cancer. But our earnest desires couldn’t save either of us from the painful truth.
Posted by Jacqueline on May 25, 2017
https://justonetake.com/2017/05/25/who-is-my-heisenberg/
Suffering with grace
One of my favorite spiritual leaders growing up was a priest named Father Jim. I believe he came to our small-town parish in the mid- to late 90s – I remember being about 12 years of age. I didn’t realize what a big deal it was at the time, but mine was the first CCD class where both the boys and the girls were trained to be altar attendants.*
My sister, brother, and I all served at mass dozens of times – probably hundreds if you were to tally up the instances between the three of us. As a child and even as a teenager, I probably didn’t fully appreciate the role I played as an altar attendant. Regardless, I think it was important as a young person for me to understand that a religious community – just like any other community – has jobs that need done and members of that community have a responsibility to fulfill those roles when needed.
Posted by Jacqueline on October 13, 2014
https://justonetake.com/2014/10/13/suffering-with-grace/
October is Pregnancy & Infant Loss Awareness Month
The Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Movement began in the United States on October 25, 1988 when then-American President Ronald Reagan designated the month of October 1988 as Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month.
Posted by Jacqueline on October 1, 2013
https://justonetake.com/2013/10/01/october-is-pregnancy-infant-loss-awareness-month/
A Mother’s Remembrance
For months before she was even conceived, I had wanted Alex in my life. I dreamed of her with smooth, soft skin, full dark hair and big eyes framed with long lashes. In my mind, I could see myself holding her, feeding her, watching her make milestones – smiling, sitting up, taking those first steps. But the months went by without any indication of her arrival until July 25th, 2011.
Posted by Jacqueline on October 1, 2013
https://justonetake.com/2013/10/01/a-mothers-remembrance/
Just One Take 