Comments on: Which Way to Go?

By: Jean Wise

Jean Wise — Tue, 04 Aug 2026 13:09:00 +0000

In reply to Gayl. thank you for your kind words. I used to bury my feelings but it is so much healthier to allow them into the light. Blessing for you too.

By: Gayl

Gayl — Sun, 02 Aug 2026 23:46:24 +0000

I’m so sorry for the loss of your brother. This is such a poignant post, Jean. I, too, have had these grief bursts at times. They don’t last a long time, but I know it’s important to feel our feelings and lean on God. His word is also a comfort to me when the grief comes as I miss my son and my parents. I’m visiting from the one word linkup. God bless!

By: Jean Wise

Jean Wise — Sun, 26 Jul 2026 15:31:42 +0000

In reply to Barb Hegreberg.

Oh Barb, I am so sorry you are going through this. I certainly identify and walk with you. I just heard of a book I am going to try to get at the library – Bearing the Unbearable. I know it helped a friend who lost a child and gave her courage to keep going. So much loss in so many ways – we need to help each other. sending hugs and love.

By: Barb Hegreberg

Barb Hegreberg — Sun, 26 Jul 2026 15:23:42 +0000

Jean, have been experiencing my own “minor” grief bursts lately. Mostly, they sit in my heart and mind as I attempt to live my life and act “normal”. A couple of people in my life have noticed that something is off, but mostly I let it sit on me like a rock on my chest and try to breathe normally. I know God is working, but I am struggling to know how ot survive in the meantime.

Joining you from One Word 2026 – July

By: Jean Wise

Jean Wise — Wed, 08 Jul 2026 17:29:58 +0000

In reply to Lisa notes. Thank you for your kind words. I almost didn't share this post but often we can learn from one another.

By: Lisa notes

Lisa notes — Wed, 08 Jul 2026 00:24:07 +0000

I’m so sorry to hear of the loss of your brother, Jean. 🙁 Regardless of how close you were or weren’t, it’s still painful to lose a family member that has known you since childhood. Thank you for sharing about your grief burst. I’ve had a few of those myself but had never heard that term.

By: Jean Wise

Jean Wise — Sat, 04 Jul 2026 14:14:54 +0000

In reply to Nancy Ruegg. BBT certainly has a great way with words!! Thanks for your kind words too.

By: Nancy Ruegg

Nancy Ruegg — Thu, 02 Jul 2026 16:34:44 +0000

Oh my goodness, Jean–such an insightful post! Thank you for your vulnerability, sharing with us your loss, and the accompanying gamut of emotions you’ve been experiencing. I’m also grateful for the wise, Barbara Brown Taylor quotes. I pray that the work of putting your experience into words, as well as affirming strong truth founded on God’s Word, have contributed to your ongoing healing. May the Light shine brighter in your spirit each day, dear Jean!

By: Jean Wise

Jean Wise — Thu, 02 Jul 2026 13:51:41 +0000

In reply to Linda Stoll. Thank you friend Linda. You are so right that the Lord is with us even in deep dark paths

By: Linda Stoll

Linda Stoll — Thu, 02 Jul 2026 13:29:01 +0000

Dear Jean. I am so sorry for these losses. They are significant and worthy of your sorrow and tears. May you continue to encounter the Lord in deep ways as you navigate the valley of the shadow.

Praying for peace and rest for your soul even as we speak, friend.