Look Up, Be Happy…Father’s Day!
On this Father’s Day, Connor is in Heaven with John’s dad, Allan. It has been 245 days since we last spoke. I wish I could give John what he would most want this Father’s Day, but I know I cannot. He will see our son and his father again, but it is nothing I can give…
Music Scholarship in Memory of Connor…
Scholarship established in memory of EHS grad BY ELIZABETH DONALD News-Democrat Connor Cunningham wasn’t so fond of practicing, but he loved music. Connor was a 2014 graduate of Edwardsville High School, an Illinois State Scholar and a long-time member of the Edwardsville School District 7 orchestra program. But only a few months into his first…
Letters From War
Thank you dear soldiers for keeping us the home of the free, as you are the brave. The video below brought tears to my eyes for many reasons. Remembering all who defend our freedom and those that paid the ultimate price, on this Memorial Day and always. I have for you the utmost respect. Peace,…
She EG…
She taught our oldest children in preschool, beginning at age 3. She stood by our side as we went through public school meetings (working for Lutheran schools) evaluating needs for our children born from our hearts, only five short years ago. She went to the school meetings as our friend and a qualified person, that…
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…
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,…