Author: Laura Starner

Christmas Letters

Christmas Letters

Posted by | Dec 22, 2016 | , , , , |

  Early one December morning several years ago, I attempted to finish up my Christmas shopping. I woke up early, jumped in my clothes, grabbed my shoes and headed out the door, almost. As I walked to the door, I slipped and hurt my knee. I hit the floor and stayed there a while. All I could think of was my list of final Christmas stocking stuffers and last minute gifts. I was so close to being done. Eventually, I was diagnosed with a torn medial meniscus that would require surgery. I was sidelined during the biggest shopping season...

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Lights. Cameras. Actions.

Lights. Cameras. Actions.

Posted by | Dec 12, 2016 | |

I love Christmas. I love the gathering of friends and family and seeing those who I haven’t seen in months or years. Most of all, I love the lights at Christmas because it reminds me of the verse…Jesus is the light of the world. “Again Jesus spoke to them, saying, “I am the light of the world.  Whoever follows me will not walk in darkness, but will have the light of life.” John 8:12 (ESV) True Meaning Since I love Christmas so much, I even shocked myself when I considered skipping the decorations two years ago.  Then Paige, my...

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November: National Family Caregivers Month

November: National Family Caregivers Month

Posted by | Nov 24, 2016 | , , , , |

  I have a unique perspective regarding caregivers because I have been the patient and the caregiver. I was diagnosed with Stage 3 breast cancer in 2008 and underwent treatment in 2009. Recently, I have found myself as a caregiver for a close friend and my sister.  Even though I am not the primary caregiver, I understand so much more and appreciate what my family did for me. I didn’t realized the sacrifices my family made while caring for me when I was sick.  Both of my daughters gave up activities in order to assist me. My husband assumed...

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The Escape

The Escape

Posted by | Nov 10, 2016 | , , |

Peace and hope filled my innermost being as I listened to the waves crash against the shore. I felt the warm breeze on my face and the smell of salt was in the air.  Beautiful shades of red and yellow graced the night sky as the sun disappeared below the horizon. My spirit was renewed and I was appreciative to share this moment with my amazing husband who joined me for a sunset buffet of sub sandwiches, sun chips, and cokes. Even though our new normal was looming all around us, I felt closer to God than I had...

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