Happy Message…
Connor’s message is one of happiness and love that he shared with me always. Today marks 30 weeks and 210 days without my kindred spirits call. I share this with you and hope that he brings a smile to you, as he does to me, each and everyday. John had joined me on a work…
A Father’s Love on Mother’s Day…
Have you ever noticed how love can change a person? Change that can bring your heart, to a level you never thought possible. It has been said, that the pain of loss, is a true reflection of how deeply you have loved. We have loved deeply. It does not matter if your child grows in…
Why Look Up Be Happy?
Look Up Be Happy was created in the hopes of helping others that may be experiencing loss. On October 18, 2014 we lost our son Connor, in a tragic accident. He was hit by a car crossing the street nine weeks into his freshman year at college. He was our oldest child and certainly adored…
Unexpected awards bestowed by Truman State University…
As Truman State University was recognizing their graduates, they took the time to recognize our son Connor and the impact he had on campus. Twice this week, Connor received honors. They were completely unexpected and most appreciated. He was recognized for his work, in a short time, at the school he loved. Connor was honored with the…
The music of ice cream…
I was sitting outside on this beautiful Spring evening, when suddenly, I heard the familiar sound of the ice cream truck jingling through the streets. I was immediately brought back to how Connor would hear the music and it was…game on! It didn’t matter how far away the truck was, he would just begin running…
Don’t Aim, Just Shoot…
Basketball has been a passion for Calvin as long as I can remember. I have videos of him playing in our driveway with Connor. His big brother used to tease him, “Not today son!” as they went one on one. Being six years older, Connor usually played circles around him. Many days, Calvin held…
In honor of Connor…
Our mission: To give teens and young adults hope and a plan for a future through faith, fellowship, music and motivation with opportunity to serve others. Our vision: To present the “big picture” in life through the foundation of faith, giving inspiration, by looking up in our daily lives. We practice this by paying it…
Yesterday and today…
Today was about finding happiness. I was given the photo above by a dear friend that knew my heart. I believe things happen according to God’s plan and people learn and change from unexpected circumstances. The photo above is Connor’s senior picture 2014 and his friend Natalie’s senior picture 2015. They went to prom together…
Giving Grace…
Five years ago, we were blessed by adoption. It makes my heart happy to help others. I selfishly thought we were doing the “right thing.” Little did I know how God was blessing our family! It has not been easy. I was only beginning to learn how “invisible disabilities” are so difficult for many to…
Roots grow wings #firstborn #toofast
One year ago today, Connor brought home his graduation attire. I posted this photo of his cap and gown with the title above. I couldn’t believe he was already finishing high school. Little did I know then, what I know now and how truly fast life can fly. I have forever felt, that all people,…
Storms of grief…
Too many know this journey called grief. Just as we think the storm is passing, another alarm sounds. Wait, what did that announcement say? I think it said to take cover! In grief there is no basement, just eternal floods of tears. Sorrow without faith is hopeless. We walk by faith, knowing that God meets…
I can only imagine!
I can’t even begin to fathom experiencing Easter from Heaven. What a joyous difference from last year for our dear son with Jesus! I can only imagine what Easter is like from Connor’s perspective. He actually sees the slain and risen Lord. I can just see he and his brother in Christ Jordan, singing, dancing…