I’ve definitely felt lots of discouragement during this season too. And grief. So much sadness. Being able to call it by name has helped me to distinguish between the variety of emotions I’ve felt. I’m grateful too that we’ve had it relatively easy here. Jeff is still going to work each day (although he now has to wear a mask all day even while sitting at his desk), but he’s grateful that he still has a job to go to.

I know God has this, but I need more faith too! Thanks for your consistent gifts to the body of Christ to keep us strong in our faith, Beth.

I so agree with you, Linda. Denying our feelings, or feeling shame for them, doesn’t help anybody. I started reading the sample this week of “Permission to Feel” after hearing the author Marc Brackett on a podcast. So far it is very good; I may have to buy the book.

Thank you, Linda! Your encouragement throughout the years has been priceless to me! Hugs from afar!

Thank you so much for choosing to highlight me here at your place! You’re a sweetheart! I hope your family is able to shelter in place easily as well.

Thanks for featuring Beth today. Her questions, her guidance, her passion for marriage is always a blessing.