Eggshells Unbroken
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That night after Janie went to bed she heard her Mom sobbing and talking to her dad. She crept downstairs and knelt beside their bedroom door. “James, what are we to do? I can’t believe that this is happening. I’m only 50—I can’t have cancer. I have too much living to do. I want to see Janie graduate, get married and have kids. We have trips to go on. We have memories to make.” Janie could hear her mom’s muffled cries. Her dad didn’t say anything but she could hear him sobbing, like a young orphaned calf bleating in the night. His cries of despair were more than Janie could bear. In her whole life she remembered him crying only once - when his mother, Grandma Rose died. Janie was ten years old when her grandma passed away. This was the first death and funeral she had experienced. Even though everyone was sad she remembered her dad saying that he was glad that his mom was finally free from pain and at home with the Lord.
Janie’s stomach was in a tight knot. She so badly wanted to run into her parents’ bedroom, sit on mom’s lap and be told that it was just a bad dream. Janie was angry at God. How could he allow this terrible thing to happen? Her mom was still so young. She had so much to live for. She is supposed to be there for me when I graduate. I have always dreamed about mom helping me plan my wedding! This is just so unfair! I need her! Oh Lord I know I need to trust in you. You promised that all things work for good for those who love you. Please heal my mom and Lord please help me too.
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About the Book
It is the 1960s in Lewistown, Montana, and Janie Bishop has more struggles to face than any high school senior should have to deal with. Her life changed overnight when her mom was diagnosed with cancer. But this is only the beginning of her challenges. Finding out she is pregnant is almost more than she can deal with. Will her faith and strong family values carry her through to complete her dream of becoming a teacher? This heartwarming, inspiring story reminds us if we depend on the one who is in control, our life promises to provide things we cannot begin to imagine.
About the Author
I am a busy wife, a mother of six, and a grandmother of thirteen. Retired after thirty years with the federal government, I have always had a strong urge to write a book. Life brings many challenges that allow us to grow in our faith and character. My oldest daughter, Jodi, is multi-handicapped, which has led me down wonderful paths to help her and others who are developmentally disabled. I find much joy with my family and friends. I live in Montana and appreciate all the beauty this state has to offer.