Life throws a lot of curve balls and often times we endure many hard things. I’ve heard the phrase it’s okay to cry. Let your feelings out. Being emotional is okay.
BUT what if you don’t cry when you’re going through hard things. That’s also OKAY. God has been so faithful in my life. He has proven himself gracious and loving.
Going through a miscarriage is by far one of the hardest things I have dealt with. During both times I really put my entire trust in the Lord and in HIS plan. How did I do that? You might ask.
I had to over and over again give my pain and hurt to the Lord in prayer. It was in those quiet times with God when he took my pain and reassured me that His will was going to be done and that what I was going through was out of my control.
We try so hard to control situations but the fact of the matter is that we cannot. We have a say in the outcome and what we do with those situations we are in.
For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans for welfare and not for evil, to give you a future and a hope. Jeremiah 29:11
Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be frightened, and do not be dismayed, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go Joshua 1:9
Both of these verses bring me a lot of comfort. While suffering my latest miscarriage I did not cry as much as I thought I would. Does that mean I was not sad? Or heartbroken? No, but I was able to get to a place of pure peace and comfort.
I believe once you know that God’s will is being done and that he is in total control of your life He will bring you so much peace.
So just know it’s okay to cry or not to cry when dealing with hard things. Only God knows your heart and can give you total peace.
I haven’t shared these 3rd birthday pictures I got with Ainsley . I didn’t get ONE photo of her smiling at the camera but did I cry about it? No, haha 🙂 I was a little sad for a minute though because this gorgeous color wall is so far from my house! Ha!
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Photography: Nectar Tyson
Great verses! And YES, only God knows! Trust in him and he will take care of the rest! Hope you are doing great, girl!
I love this so much and the phone are great!
Loved this post. I’m so thankful we can cast our sorrows on Him. You are one strong woman! And I love that color wall, girl! You got some great shots, even if they weren’t exactly what you wanted. The one of you two looking at each other is precious!!!
I haven’t experienced a miscarriage yet, but I can imagine how difficult it must be. So glad you have found peace and comfort from our good good Father! And these pics are gorgeous!!
Beautiful pics of your daughter. Looks like she had fun at her party. People handle struggles in different ways, and you are absolutely right – that’s okay.
This is a great reminder that everyone grieves differently, and not outwardly showing pain does not mean you don’t feel it any less!
I completely agree with the sentiment that it’s ok to cry or not cry. Everyone handles disappointment and grieves differently. There is no “right” way to react, just what’s best for each person.
Those photos are adorable and I’m SO jealous of those beautiful, bright wall colors!
These walls are all over my feed all the time! I want to paint a huge building like this where I live!!
I definitely needed to read those verses today! Such a blessed post! Thanks and God bless you! ❤️
I’m with you on that sometimes people think that by not crying you aren’t feeling as deeply and it’s just a sad way to look at Things! We all handle trials differently
Great post mama and I totally agree. And these pics are great – sometimes it’s the candid ones that are the best 🙂
I love this post. It’s so true.
I admire your faith girl! I, too, went through a really hard miscarriage and it was one of the toughest things I’ve ever dealt with. But now I have my son Cooper and I am thankful everyday for how it all worked out. xo
Beautiful post Brittany! I love those verses, and the photos and that wall are perfect!
I love the emotional depth and honesty of this post. While not the same experience, in the past couple years I faced a situation that was completely sad and heartbreaking, yet I did not show the emotion I or other people thought that I should, but I knew the peace I found in my heart from Him. Thank you so much for sharing. This is a beautiful read for anyone hurting.
such a great reminder and post! also, let’s talk about how darling these photos of you two are!
Thank you for the reminder and I love these photos. The colors are so pretty!
Great point mama! I love the color wall! Izzy does the same, refuses to look or smile lol! At home he laughs and smiles all day 🙈
Love these verses! Her red hair is so beautiful <3