Cliches are abundant when dealing with tragic events. Variations of “make the best of what you have” or “when life gives you lemons…” etc. but real life is so much more complicated than that. It was truly inspiring to follow Penny through this year of heartbreak and growth. Nothing about her journey was simple and her weekly essays reflected that. She has a gift for narrative that almost puts you in her shoes for long enough to feel some of her grief and melancholy. And because of this connection her wise and prayerful approach to pulling herself through resonate powerfully toward the end of each essay. A smart and inspiring work from a truly gifted author.
-Bill Powers

Inspiring and heart felt.
-Larry Allen

I’ve been inspired by Penny’s post every Saturday morning. Her kind and inspirational husband Scott, taught history at my daughter’s high school in Knoxville, TN. Unfortunately, he passed away from a tragic infection. If was very traumatic for our school community and the area as a whole. Penny’s words and journey has been healing for her and for those of us who love her and her family. You will be blessed.
-Karen Foster Knapp

Penny’s journey has been a personal encouragement to me and for all of us who know and love her. For anyone facing a season of loss or self-doubt of any kind – this is the book you need!!
-Michelle Miller Clupper

A raw insightful, and powerful journey through grief and life.

For anyone who is grieving a loss, or anyone who needs to be reminded of our Lord’s love for us during difficult and painful seasons of life.  Penny Sparks is a beautiful writer who’s words will speak right  to your heart.

—Kay H. *****

Told from the heart!

Raw, honest, heartfelt…while no one ever imagines a journey of grief, Penny has used her journey to reach others and share her testimony and Scott’s too.  So much of her story can be applied to so many areas of our lives.

—Momof2  *****

An uplifting reminder about God’s promise to deliver us from grief and sorrow

My pastor, Scott Sparks, encouraged everyone to share their story, particularly in times when you felt broken.  He knew that in those trials, we were able to lean on others and grow closer to God.  After Scott’s untimely death, his wonderful wife Penny, shares her story and the emotions she felt as she and her boys learned to live without Scott.  You will feel the presence of God and His promises as you read Penny’s story.

—Amazon Customer *****