by Sara | Dec 18, 2023 | For the Friends and Family, Living With It
I was used to being the new kid, but this was untrod territory. With five moves under my belt by the time I was fifteen, I thought I’d become an expert in building quick friendships (and adopting grandparents everywhere). The library and church were go-to places to...
by Sara | Jul 3, 2023 | For the Friends and Family, Guest Writers
Welcome, Rachel! Can you tell us a bit about yourself and how you serve the chronic illness community? Hi Sara! It’s great to be here with you! I have been reading your blog for a few years now, and I have been so encouraged by your perseverance, your love for the...
by Sara | Jan 16, 2023 | For the Friends and Family
Dear Parent, The term “parent” seems so . . . distant, so clinical. Parents are people, parents are warriors, parents are some of the people I most respect in life. I think of the parent in Mark 5. Jarius, dignified teacher, begging in the dust at Jesus’ feet. His...
by Sara | Oct 3, 2022 | For the Friends and Family, Girls Only, Guest Writers, Living With It
Today we have another post from Isciena Grace! “I have something I need to talk to you about.” I stared at the text, curious and a little concerned. “Call anytime this morning!” It wasn’t long before my phone began to vibrate and I picked up. “Hey!...
by Sara | Apr 25, 2022 | Faith, For the Friends and Family, Living With It, Uncategorized
Has chronic illness stolen your dreams? Have you ever wondered what your purpose is on this earth as you live with chronic illness? Has chronic illness forced you to let go of some of your dreams? Are you finding it difficult to demonstrate resilience and...
by Sara | Jan 10, 2022 | Faith, For the Friends and Family, Uncategorized
For those who don’t know, I’m the host of the Diamonds conference, a free, online conference for Christians with health challenges and chronic illnesses. I also love dark chocolate, sword fighting, and adventures in fictional worlds, but that’s besides the point....