Tell me about your son…
I am certain I would want no one else to have to endure what we have these past fifty-nine days since Connor’s accident. I realize all people here on earth have trials, tribulation and illnesses. I’ve lost close friends to cancer and accidents in these past few years and seen the suffering. Each day these…
Hot Chocolate!
Connor and I discussed a 5K last fall. Ugly sweater run or Hot Chocolate…not a difficult decision for either of us. We ran for Chocolate! We were set for a repeat of this fun run for Ronald McDonald house charity yesterday. Instead of running beside Connor, God surrounded me and our entire family with loving…
Just keep sing-ing!
Some days are more difficult than others…and you just need a bit of Heaven on earth to “Dance, Dance, wherever you may be!” I love seeing these kids and JC’s dance and sing their hearts out…THIS is Camp Piasa that we love!
Men of C.L.A.S.S.
Traveling through this new journey in life, I look back at things I’ve written to my children. I was touched by all the children and young adults that braved coming to Connor’s celebration of life. I know for many this was the first time they had been to a funeral or lost a friend. I believe…
To Everything there is a season
Some things you never forget, some days are harder than others. In 1977 I was enjoying my 7th grade music class at Coolidge Jr. High School. Our teacher played guitar and taught us the song, Turn! Turn! Turn! by the Byrds. We sang it all semester and I loved it! It holds distinction as the…
Look up and smile!
My children tease me every time I have my photo taken as I unintentionally laugh out loud when I smile. They ALL laugh at me…after me. Our Christmas card from last year displays outside family fun! Sadly, no one received them as the entire order was lost in the mail. Today is family photo day…
Look up, be thankful!
Our life here on earth is so temporary. On this day filled with food and indulgence, “Taste and see that the Lord is good; blessed is the one who takes refuge in Him.” Psalm 34:8. As our family celebrates why we are thankful today, we are with such great loss of our son, brother, cousin,…
Reflections of Love
My first born child, your sibling’s hero, our family’s rainbow boy, there’s not an hour that goes by that I do not think of your joy. You are in my every breath and tear as I live this life anew. God has given me friends and family to help me keep my smile and the…
Expectations
I have been told repeatedly that if you have no expectations you will not be disappointed and can then instead be thankful. It is difficult for me not to have expectations. God says we should have hope and expectations through him. “Yes, my soul, find rest in God; my hope comes from him.” Psalm 62:5…
10,000 Reasons
His sweet innocence is beautiful says his mama with love! It has been 28 days that Carter has been singing nonstop at home. He said he feels honored to sing this song for you. Thank you Jan Arneson for the music in his heart! He is the youngest of the Cunningham crew. Each morning I…
Hook Up from Heaven
Our family was amazed and blessed by all the people that came to pay respect to our son Connor, three weeks ago today. I miss Connor’s smile. His happy, silly, clever and sarcastic voice. His bear hugs that he gave freely. I am praying everyday that our loss can be turned into a positive! Our…
Terrific teens
I have always loved people. During this time of loss and grief, it is no different! Connor’s friends have come from far and near to visit with us at our home over these past three weeks. Some share funny stories of him and others just listen while I tell my own. It is healing to…