263: Thinking of My Child with Joy

When we first lose our child from this earth, memories bring stabbing pain, because we realize that is all we have now. We can’t make new memories. We feel like we will never be able to enjoy life again, even if we have other children, a wonderful spouse, or job or ministry we loved. How can we possibly smile, or ever be happy again after our child dies? Just the thought of it can make us feel guilty. In today’s episode, Laura shares something that will help a bereaved parent think of their child with joy.   Links Mentioned in this episode: Don’t forget to check out the NEW June and July Editions of Reflections of Hope, especially if you have Kindle Unlimited. Join us for a Weekend of Hope in Wisconsin this August! Find out more  here. Click here to become a financial partner and keep GPS Hope going strong. To share the acronym of your child’s name, click here and scroll down to the comments. To find out more about joining Dave and Laura next year (February of 2025) on The Grief Cruise, click here.   Birthdays: James Manning was born on June 3 and is forever 2. Mateo Montoya was born on June 5 and is forever 6 ½ months. Kayla Ramos was born on June 7 and is forever 25. Ocean Yohannes Emru  Campbell was born on June 7 and is forever 23.   If you would like your child mentioned on the podcast the week of his or her birthday, click here to fill out the short form with the needed information. The special song written for our children’s birthdays I Remember Well can be heard here. Remember to Hold On Pain Eases; there is HOPE! www.gpshope.org   To have Laura come and minister at your event, contact us at [email protected]. Grieving Parents Sharing Hope (GPS Hope) is here to walk with parents through the darkness of child-loss, guiding them to a place of hope, light and purpose. It is a safe place for anyone who has lost a child from this earth. There is no shame or judgment in where you are in this journey, including if you are struggling in your relationship with God or your faith has been completely shattered.