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13 Weeks

August 3, 2011 by Leah Stirewalt 3 Comments



13 weeks today:

– My husband’s lifeless body was found in the woods, a result of his own suicide.

– My husband was completely healed of any mental illness and anguish that took over in his final days, as He entered the gates of heaven and the arms of Jesus.

– I discovered the depth of my life’s greatest sorrow.

– I learned how loved I am by those closest to me, as they cared for my broken heart and broken spirit.

– Life, as I knew it, stopped.

Now, 13 weeks later:

– My own body is regaining life…little by little.

– I am being healed of mental anguish and unspeakable grief…again, little by little, and I know this will be a lifelong process.

– I continue to feel the depth of my life’s greatest sorrow daily.

– While I continue to feel the love of friends, God remains most active in caring for my broken heart and broken spirit.

– Life, as I know it, is changing…is scary…is painful…is brief…is mine to live to fulfill God’s purpose, and His purpose alone.

I miss you so much Chris. My heart aches for you. I love you deeply. I can’t wait to see you again! Come quickly Lord Jesus!

Leah
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  1. Jenny says

    August 3, 2011 at 10:16 am

    Leah, Praying continued healing and peace for you today. Hugs to you.

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  2. Kissed by the Creator says

    August 3, 2011 at 12:03 pm

    My heart breaks for yours. But thankful that you serve a God who restores. I'll be it seems like only yesterday at times and at others like you.'ve been living in this chapter far to long already. Prayers for you continue.

    Reply
  3. Anna says

    August 5, 2011 at 2:15 am

    You are awesome mommmy!!!!

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Meet Leah

Leah StirewaltI became "twice widowed" when my beloved prince, Joel, went to his Heavenly home after a brief and sudden illness on February 12, 2017. I’m in a place of shock and devastation, but I intend to use this format to journal my second widow journey, much like I did my first. It’s my open journal, my electronic oasis, and it’s often the place I find true healing as I allow myself to “come clean” with my feelings. Read More...

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