Author Archives: TheNorEaster

About TheNorEaster

I was born and raised in The Northeast of America. The region is known for getting some fierce storms, known locally as “nor’easters.” I chose that theme because even though I have endured my share of spiritual storms, I am always seeking the sunrise of faith, hope, and love.

Surviving the Suicide of a Loved One

“I love you. God, I miss you. And I forgive you.” ~from the film Remember Me “When I saw that scene in the movie, I stumbled out of bed and fell to the ground as my whole body trembled in … Continue reading

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Broken Prayers From the Edge

I lock the doors.  Close the curtains.  And let God have it. I clinch my fists in a maddening rage as my hands tremble violently.  Within moments, my fingers ache from the intense, white-knuckle tightness.  And my forearms cramp up.  The … Continue reading

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Safe in the Mouth of Danger

In my dream, I had a vision. An angel of the Lord led me down to the depths of the sea. “What do you see?” the angel asked. I said, “I see a boy, a child, in the mouth of … Continue reading

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A Broken Christmas

My friend, JD, passed away earlier this month. And I feel like I am reading the same script over and over again.  I’ve lost count of how many loved ones I’ve lost.  I try to believe the promises of our … Continue reading

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Joy Comes in the Morning

“I will test you with the measuring line of justice and the plumb line of righteousness. Since your refuge is made of lies, a hailstorm will knock it down. Since it is made of deception, a flood will sweep it … Continue reading

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