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On Death & Loss: Wake Me Up When September Ends?
Kimberly Wencl, August 26, 2011
In a few short days the month of September will be upon us. As I type these words, I can physically feel my stomach flip-flopping and a knot beginning to form. What’s wrong with September you ask? Technically … nothing … I do enjoy the last days of summer and the soon-to-be fall weather.
But my oldest daughter’s birthday and the day she died are both in the month of September. September brings up so many memories … both the good and the painful.
Read More...De-Mystifying Intuition
Kimberly Wencl, December 2, 2010
What does it mean to follow your gut, tap into your intuition, listen to your "inner voice"? Kim Wenci was recently given the opportunity recently by Pinkie Jennifer Shelton to write a piece for her website, FemCentral, on "de-mystifying intuition." At virtually the same time, Kim's spiritual mentor, Kathryn Harwig, wrote a similar article for Minneapolis-based spiritual magazine THE EDGE. Jennifer used both on her site and we are thrilled to follow suit here at Owning Pink. Be sure to check out Kathryn's piece, "Intuition vs. Self-Talk" as well!
Read More...Coming To Terms With What Will Never Be
Kimberly Wencl, October 21, 2010
This summer my husband Roger and I attended the wedding of Kira and Greg -- another of my daughter Liz's closest high school girlfriends. This was our fifth wedding this summer for Liz's high school girlfriends. We are so thankful that everyone is doing so well, getting on with life in joy I really don't think these girls know or understand how much it means to Roger and me that we are included in their celebrations. It is so special. What was even more touching for us at this wedding was the extra way that Kira and Greg remembered Liz.
Read More...Trusting Spirits In The Eye Of The Storm
Kimberly Wencl, September 2, 2010
Have you ever been going through your day and chaos seems to be everywhere around you -- but deep in your gut, in your heart of hearts, you KNOW that all is well? You are present in the situation, but nothing about it rattles you?
It happened to my daughter Anna and me yesterday and it was an amazing feeling! Enough so that I am moved to write a post about it.
Anna just moved to a small town about 45 miles from our home. We made plans to meet up and go to see the movie, Eat, Pray, Love and then go to our favorite Indian restaurant.
Read More...Bright Spots In The Midst of Pain
Kimberly Wencl, August 12, 2010
Every now and then I will share some of my life experiences when a bright spot has emerged and helped me through a very difficult time -- because no matter what our situation may be, there is always a sliver of gratitude that can be found. I will admit that sometimes we have to dig really deep to find it, but it will always be there when we need it most.
Read More...What Would I Say To My Younger Self?
Kimberly Wencl, July 22, 2010
Baja, Mexico 3/19/03 Back: Roger and Anna Front: Liz and Kim
Pinkie Pattie Lee wrote a post last weekend that inspired many of us to write letters to our younger selves. Enjoy this letter from blogger extraordinaire, Kim Wenci!
I must admit I have never given this much thought. But, after a nudge to do so, the thoughts come freely and rapidly. I will be 56 in 12 days. While many people do not relish the fact that they are growing old, I am elated. I love being in my fifties. In fact, if I could go back to a younger age... I would respectfully decline.
Read More...Messages: Communication After Death
Kimberly Wencl, July 17, 2010
"Faith is to believe what you do not see; the reward of this faith is to see what you believe." -- Saint Augustine
I have just started to read the book, MESSAGES: Signs, Visits, and Premonitions from Loved Ones Lost on 9/11 by Bonnie McEneaney. It is a powerful testimony to the many ways that our loved ones communicate with us after their death. The ways in which they reach out are different and varied -- but the result is a peace and knowing that those we love continue to be very much a part of our lives.
Read More...Understanding Our Dreams
Kimberly Wencl, July 7, 2010
Most of my dreams are elusive. I make every effort to remember them each morning, but I have little success. Fragments pop into my mind throughout my day reminding me that my dreams are present in some part of my consciousness.
Read More...Celebrating Food and Family
Kimberly Wencl, June 24, 2010
I love that I now have the time and desire to read more. I just finished reading the book Spoon Fed written by Kim Severson, Food Editor at the New York Times.
Read More...Father's Day Reflections
Kimberly Wencl, June 19, 2010
Today is a day to honor our fathers. But I don't need a special day to honor my Dad. In my world, every day is Father's Day.
Learning values
When I was growing up, my Dad worked his tail off to support my Mom and his four kids. If I ever needed a definition of hard work, all I had to do was watch my Dad.
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