When You Just Can't Say Good-bye, Don't: A Mother's Personal Journey After Losing a Child Review

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(More customer reviews)This was a beautifully written book. It described the journey that Maria took after the horrific accident that took her young son's life 6 years ago until now. She shared the lowest moments and how she rose from the pain. It was raw and heart wrenching to read, but yet beautifully done at the same time. You really could feel her pain. She also made you realize that you truly can move on with your life and keep your loved one with you. That is how I would want to move forward as well. She will help so many with this heartfelt book. I highly recommend it and have sent it on to my family to read.

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There is no good-bye more impossible to say than when your child dies. "When You Just Can't Say Good-bye, Don't - A Mother's Personal Journey After Losing a Child" brings hope when parents are given the most hopeless news imaginable. It is the antidote to the dark void left by death; the story of how one family decided that they had to find ways to keep their son, killed in an accident at the age of eleven, spiritually and symbolically in their daily lives. If you have experienced profound loss, and do not want to let death take away that relationship, read this family's journey. Learn how to truly 'live" again, finding healthy ways to keep the hello's coming from your loved one. 'Moving forward and hanging on" can happen together. Why accept the biggest 'no" of your life when you can hear a joyous 'yes?"Maria Malin is the published author of hundreds of articles on modern-day parenting, and has written a weekly column entitled, '21st Century Mom" since 2005.

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The Goodness of God: Assurance of Purpose in the Midst of Suffering Review

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(More customer reviews)This is a condensed version of Alcorn's IF GOD IS GOOD, and the author makes so many excellent points it's hard to write them all down, but I'll try.
Maybe the key to the whole book is found on page 48, where Alcorn writes this:
"..Because Jesus willingly entered this world of evil and suffering and didn't spare himself, but took on the worst of it for my sake and yours, he has earned my trust even for what I can't understand."
That's really the key for any Christ follower struggling with the question of suffering and if there is any "purpose" behind it. God can be trusted, no matter what happens in life. Period. When a Christian gets to that point, they can handle anything that happens to them or their loved ones, even if they don't and can't understand.
Beyond that, I've always loved Alcorn's writing simply because of the bold statements he makes. Listen to some of these:
.."any faith that leaves us unprepared for suffering is a false faith that deserves to be abandoned." (pg.5)
.."God doesn't need us to rescue him from the problem of evil." (pg.31)
.."to hate suffering is easy; to hate sin is not." (pg.99)
.."Worry is momentary atheism, crying out for correction by trust in a good and sovereign God." (pg.110)
This is a must read for all Christ followers, and even anyone who simply wants to explore more about what it means to have a loving God there for you all the time no matter what suffering you may go through in life.

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Through Pain and Tears…Finding a Way to God's Heart For those times when we're wounded by broken trust, assaulted by disease, or victimized by evil—or when we're crushed to see such things happen to people we love—Randy Alcorn offers something solid to hold onto. In this specially focused condensation of Alcorn's If God Is Good…: Faith in the Midst of Suffering and Evil, we're continually guided into a deeper glimpse of God's loving ways and higher purposes—the very things we're often most blinded to whenever we battle pain and anguish.Alcorn avoids superficial or sentimental responses, and instead presses forward boldly to explore all the troubling doubts and questions that agitate within us when we confront suffering and evil.The issues are far from simple, the answers far from easy—but Alcorn shows how the way of suffering—a path that Jesus himself followed more than anyone else—can ultimately become a journey into wholeness and even logic-defying joy.

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Talking With Children About Loss Review

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(More customer reviews)This book gave sound examples and concepts regarding the process of grieving. This book has helped me discuss and answer questions about death, to my 4yo daughter. With this books guidance, I know that dealing with the loss of her grandparents will be easier on both of us. If for no other reason than the level of understanding the grieving processes. Additionally, I have been able to use the concepts to help my child deal with a close family friend's distant move. A great "reference" book to have around.

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"I urge all parents to read Maria Trozzi's book and tobe ready themselves to share their children's grief.... This book will surely help in such a preparation."--T. Berry Brazelton, M.D., professor emeritus, Harvard Medical School; author of TouchpointsThrough captivating stories and thoughtful analysis, Maria Trozzi explains how to handle the difficult job of talking with children and adolescents about loss, with discussions about: *How childrenperceive and interpret events such as death, disability, and divorce*Guiding children through the four tasks of mourning *Helpingchildren face funerals, wakes, and memorial services *Children's fears and fantasies: how they express them, and how to address them*Age-appropriate responses to children's questions and concerns*Talking to children about long-term illness, suicide, family orcommunity tragedy, and other special situations *What to do when children won't talk about loss, and when to seek professional help"The wisdom, authenticity, and sheer presence of the author are evident from page one until the end of the beautifully written book.Terms like 'ground-breaking' and 'innovative' have been triviliazed by overuse. In this case they are deserved." --Stan Turecki, M.D., author of The Difficult Child*Maria Trozzi is uniquely qualified to write this book--a trainedprofessional, crisis consultant, and lecturer, she works directly with children, parents, educators, and health professionals nationwide*Foreword by T. Berry Brazelton, M.D. *Offers solid, constructive advice on talking with children of all ages, including adolescents

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