My guest today is a young, very pretty author whom I meant at the American Christian Fiction Writers Conference last September. Cara had her youngest in attendance with her--a little cuddebug that we all fell in love with. But as I always say, we all have our sorrows and tests to cope with. The blessing is that God never leaves us or forsakes us--even if that's how it feels. Here's Cara:
"Strength. I’ve always thought of myself as a strong person. Ask anyone who knows me and they’d likely agree. I tend to take life and adapt it to the way I want things to go. Most of the time. But every once in awhile life throws me a curveball. The latest came in July. The day before I left for a writers retreat and extended family vacation. I started bleeding.
Normally, this isn’t any big deal, but four days earlier I’d learned I was pregnant. I have three amazing children, but I also have one in heaven from a miscarriage a couple years ago, so the bleeding scared me to death. My strength disappeared. And I’m struggling to re-find it after my doctor confirmed I miscarried. Again. I thought I was over the first miscarriage. I thought it was behind me. That I’d grieved, turned it over to God, moved on.
But the moment I started bleeding, it all flooded back. In a rush, I was overwhelmed, terrified, and felt so utterly alone. So now I get to choose again. Do I succumb to the horrible pit of emotions and questions….and I’ll be the first to admit how angry, sad and worn out I am. I don’t understand and don’t know that I will this side of heaven why God allowed it. I can’t see how He can use a second miscarriage in a way that one alone wouldn’t have covered. Yet, He is God. He is sovereign, and once again I find myself clinging to that amid the tears and grief.
The truly ironic thing is that in my June release from Heartsong Presents, A Promise Kept, the heroine deals with a miscarriage. It is part of the fruit of my first miscarriage. In it Josie experiences the pain of miscarriage and has to find the strength to move on while keeping the promise she made to her husband. It’s not an easy road for her, but it’s a real road. It’s a journey that too many women travel, often alone. Often without acknowledgment from others. Often with hidden grief. My prayer that is if you have experience that loss, you will find your strength by placing yourself in God’s hands."--Cara
Cara has very generously offered a free copy of A Promise Kept for a drawing of those who leave a comment today. So comment and be eligible to win a free copy.
Here's Cara's Recipe
Enchilada Casserole.
I love this because you use what you have in fridge and freezer
I can enchilada sauce
I pound hamburger cooked with taco seasoning
Grated cheese
Chopped tomatoes
Tortillas sliced
Refried or black beans
can also add black olives, chilies, or anything else you like
Spray a 8x8 or 9x 13 pan with pan spray. Then cover bottom with enchilada sauce. Sprinkle hamburger and cheese on top, top with layer of tortillas (like lasagna noodles. Repeat. Top layer should be enchilada sauce with cheese.
Till next time.--Lyn
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6 comments:
Cara,
I think this blog shows your strength and faith in God. Although you feel "shaken" by this second sad event in your life, you are still able to share your experience with others. Know you are in my prayers.
Rose
I like the blog and learn so much about the author when I read them. I would love to have a free book.
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Oh Cara! I wish I was right in front of you. I would give you a big hug. I too once suffered a miscarriage the first time I became pregnant. I remember how excited hubby and I were since this was our first child. I was devastated by the loss and it is only the support of my husband, friends, family and my faith in God that i got through that difficult time. I remember being so paranoid the second time I got pregnant and praying so hard that my baby would make it this time. He did and is now six years old and being homeschooled by me at home. A few years after his birth God blessed us with a little girl who is now 2. So there is a happy ending. I am so thankful. I will be praying for you because I truly understand the pain you are feeling and I want the Lord to enfold you in his arms so that you may feel His love.
A Promise Kept sounds like a tearjerker and a very important story for those who have experienced miscarriage or who know someone who has. Thanks for sharing the yummy sounding Enchilada Casserole recipe.
Blessings,
Cherie
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Yes, Cara's story is one every woman can identify with.
You are very strong and God is our strength. I will keep you in my prayers.
Love mexican food, thanks for the recipe.
Hi Cara, you must be a very strong women to go through all of that and still be able to write about it. Just remember God has his plans for everyone, so just hang in there.
Thanks, for the recipe I think I will try it.
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