People have long held a fascination with ghosts, whether they believe in them or not. In ancient times it was common understanding that spirits of the dead could be summoned. Even a couple hundred years ago, the belief that dead spirits could influence our lives was prevalent worldwide. In our modern times, many people have let go of these so-called superstitious beliefs in favor of a more rational and logical worldview. Ghosts are fiction, not real life. That is exactly what the devil would have us believe, because if we don’t believe dead spirits can harass us, then we will…
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Growing up I made countless vows to myself to never be like my parents, specifically like my mother. I grew up in such an atmosphere of hate and shame, feeling so worthless and unloved, so when I gave birth to my first son, I vowed I would be different. And I was in many ways. Unlike my parents, I held my children as much as possible, and even utilized baby carriers when I could. I co-slept, breastfed, and stayed at home, giving my time and attention to my children. I wanted to be the very best mom, but I knew…