‘It will bring comfort to those themselves who have lost a child (as it did for me), it will help those in the medical profession to empathise with parents in similar situations and it will help us all support our friends and colleagues in times of grief & loss’ Read More »
Karen, how long have you been writing and how did you get started?
I’ve always loved writing and, throughout my life, especially during momentous times (good and bad) have found it helpful to get my thoughts out on paper. In my late teens and early twenties I occasionally felt ‘pregnant with poem’ and had to grab paper and pen, sit down and work at rearranging words until they expressed exactly what I was feeling at the time. Read More »
‘I couldn’t put the book down. Waves of emotion, understanding and humour make it compelling reading. Keep the hankie box handy and also be ready to smile!’ Read More »
‘will doubtless be a comfort for those who face this situation, and is also a very worthwhile read for those who are supporting those who are grieving’ Read More »
I once stumbled upon a television talk show where the host was whipping up the audience to argue among themselves about which was the most painful loss – that of a spouse, a parent or a child. It seemed callous and pointless. The fact is, none of us can truly compare our grief journey with anyone else’s. Nicholas Wolterstorff, writer and theologian, has used the word ‘inscape’1 to describe the internal landscape of each bereavement… Read More »
‘a great book to read if you can relate to losing a child or if you want to understand how to support others in similar situations’ Read More »
Manager Andrew Lacey is joined by author Karen Palmer to launch her new book! (Thursday 16th July at 8pm, GLO Bookshop) Read More »
‘Karen Palmer and husband, Gordon, who has been minister at Claremont Parish Church for 17 years were told half way through her pregnancy that their first child was suffering from a number of serious complications…’ Read More »
‘Karen writes beautifully, with honesty and sensitivity. Jennifer’s story is an open, intimate, brave and beautiful testimony and I feel privileged to have read it. It touched me deeply’ Read More »
A poignant true story of child loss
How love can burst in at your lowest point
God’s love for the damaged and broken
Light and peace in the most difficult of circumstances
Provides insight into what is helpful
A testimony to God’s faithfulness Read More »
