Legacy Letters
True Memoirs of Love, Marriage, Family, and the Hopeful Journey through Betrayal and Loss
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From Chapter 17: New Beginnings Here, with the prayer in my soul, words linger on one thought like the sun’s shine on a leaf, unhindered by clouds. In my world of busyness, let me stop and wade in my pond of memories. Let my mind and heart ask me if the water is warm or if its iciness chills my bones. Here in my pond of peace, I wade in, covered by Jesus, supporting me from any currents caused by unwanted winds. I know that past these ponds in my imagined, quiet meadow is a place of hurry and interrupting sounds, yet I hold steadfast in this quiet moment of knowing all it takes is the throw of one small stone to cause a ripple and turbulence in my calm waters. When the storm rages, Lord, I will reach for Your hands and look into Your eyes for strength and support. In any storm that may arise and cause waves to roll, Lord, I cling to You and look into Your eyes, for You are always with me. I’ll walk out of the high waters and sit quietly in the cool grass, watching the warm sunshine peek through the clouds, and I’ll feel the gentle breeze of Your Spirit kiss my cheeks. Here in my calm and secret hiding place, I think to myself, Why does the bird stay suspended in the air, or why would I worry about tomorrow if God looks after the sparrow? One thing I know, as I sit alone here with my sleeping baby and in the presence of God, is that I should remember God’s provision and His plan for our lives. He loves us so much. His creation is beautiful. This family and new baby of mine, and the birds that fly in the clear blue sky, are evidence of His glory. The Lord protects me and blesses me, and I am left wanting nothing more. May my words here in my journals be pleasing to You and somehow even bring You glory, Lord, Amen. My older me continued to read the words in my journals written by my younger me. Now looking back at what I have written reminds me of the importance of taking account of this equity of love and trust, and recording our special moments in time. One day, life on this earth will no longer be ours but our children’s time and then our grandchildren’s time. What could be a more special gift for them than for a parent to write about their childhood, possibly one which they would otherwise never remember? I continue reading.
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After thirty-five years of journaling her true accounts of love and marriage, and the joys of life experiences with family members, Stephanie Livingston came to a crisis that led her to question everything. She asked herself who she was and what she wanted to be when she arrived at the other side of the great chasm of loss and pain that she was confronting. She also wondered when the hurt and pain would end, and how she could sort through the mess that the turbulent storm that had found her had left behind. Also, why had God allowed her to go through such a trial? At times, we’re all faced with the uncomfortable new place of being alone and the fears that come from life’s losses and changes. But by questioning everything, reflecting on her past, and speaking to her younger self, the author was able to find healing while discovering deeper truths. Join the author as she shares the lessons she learned on her journey—and open your heart to the depths that may still envelop the mysteries of the secret self.
About the Author
STEPHANIE LIVINGSTON pens her true story in Legacy Letters as a memoir for anyone who seeks to understand this beautiful thing we call marriage, family, and life. Her life crisis has opened new doors to expand her coaching profession by furthering her studies in Psychology, Counselling Therapy.