Notre Dame Represents Hope

Notre Dame Represents Hope

There comes a time in life when you realize we are all broken, burned, covered in scars, and at times…reduced to ash…just like Notre Dame! As I walked around this precious place today smelling remnants of smoke still filling the air I am witness to a harsh...
Still, All Is Well With My Soul

Still, All Is Well With My Soul

Was it really his time to go? God’s time? I have pondered this question over and over since Dean died. Is it ever really our time? Are our days truly numbered? Or does God just meet us the middle when incidents happen? As if to say, I’m here for you. Are you ready?...
Small Reminders in My Path

Small Reminders in My Path

See the D? Even the vacuum cord is a random yet divine connection to Dean Blixt. A chore he mastered best due to all the dog fur! These small reminders just show up in my path each and every day, every step of the way, one day at a time, helping to move me forward....
I Believe the Soul Knows

I Believe the Soul Knows

I remember how happy Dean was all week long, not able to contain his football frenzy. It was like he had reached his pinnacle. He had his board exam passed and in the bucket ready to move on at work and the MN Vikings were in the final playoff game against the PHL...
He Is Risen

He Is Risen

He Is Risen! As I ponder these words on this Easter 2019, I wonder how Dean Blixt could be gone exactly one year ago and three months this very Easter day! Just a couple nights ago I had the sweetest dream. I was asking Dean prior to falling asleep, looking out at the...
Good Friday, Good Grief

Good Friday, Good Grief

On this Good Friday I find it fitting my somber grief. As I reflect on the fact that instead of enjoying my vacation week planned with Dean Blixt, I found myself sitting in the middle of Grief Camp. Good Grief! Healing through art, tools for healing and hanging out...