12 Days of Christmas {Retreat Testimony}
Hope Mommies is excited to offer you 12 Days of Christmas Giveaways this holiday season!Our final giveaway, which will run on December 12, will be a full scholarship to the Hope Mommies 2016 Weekend Retreat. We truly believe that this weekend can be an incredible catalyst for healing and renewed hope as you navigate the heartbreaking sorrow of losing a child. The retreat is February 5-7 2016 in Giddings, Texas. Registration for the retreat is $315. Check out this link for answers to any questions you may have concerning this retreat.Below is a testimony from someone who attended the Hope Mommies 2015 Weekend Retreat:
“I was hesitant about going to the retreat, since it had only been 1 month since my son had gone to be with Jesus. I wasn’t exactly sure where I was in my journey of grief but I decided to take the leap of faith. The retreat was such a safe place. These ladies understood my pain, and they knew how to ask the dreaded “How many kids do you have?” question that haunted me. I felt like being at the retreat was safer than going to the grocery store! From the moment I walked in until the last day I felt like I belonged. We all joked that we were members of a “sucky sorority.” One that no one wants to be a part of and the hazing is awful! But the closeness and friendships you experience in just 2 days is unable to be explained. I would (and have!) recommend the retreat to anyone dealing with infant loss.”
Ashlan CHope Mom to Turner
Have you attended a Hope Mommies Weekend Retreat in the past? We’d love to hear about your experience! If you are interested in contributing to our blog in this way please submit your retreat story to editor@hopemommies.org
Today, we are excited to partner with Samantha from Seagate Studio for Day 3 of our Christmas Giveaways. Samantha has graciously donated one of her Anchor Christmas Tree Pillows (pictured above in this post) to our readers. One winner will be chosen at midnight tonight to receive this beautiful product! Seatgate Studio has also set up a discount code for 10% off anything in the store that will run from Dec. 3rd – Dec. 5th for those who participate in the giveaway. So be sure to check out the rest of the items in their shop and use discount code “HOPE10” at checkout!
Founded in 2012 by a mother – daughter duo, Seagate Studio is built on the idea that home furnishings should fit effortlessly and comfortably into your life and should be made with exceptional quality and style. We use traditional materials and designs that evoke casual and classic New England style. All of our pieces are handcrafted and will inspire beautiful decorating, entertaining, and thoughtful gifting. We are located in historic Portsmouth, New Hampshire and Darien, Connecticut.
Ashley Duran
December 3, 2015 (2:09 pm)
I am so looking forward to the retreat! I want to absorb and learn as much wisdom and hope as I can from other mamas who have walked this road so that I may be encouraged to go back to my hometown and be able to encourage others and share the good news! Even through this trial.. Yes- there is still good news and we do have hope!
Kayla
December 3, 2015 (2:49 pm)
I’m not sure I’ll get to attend the retreat due to work. It sounds like a wonderful event though and an inspiring thing for those who attend.
Lisa
December 3, 2015 (4:13 pm)
I’ve wrestled with the decision to attend the retreat since I first learned of it. It sounds like an incredibly healing and uplifting journey. However, the first day of the retreat is on what would have been my due date and I just don’t know that I can handle it. Maybe I’ll be strong enough next time. 😊
Christin Burris
December 3, 2015 (10:48 pm)
I was really looking forward to attending the retreat this year, but we just found out we are moving so hopefully I can come next year. I always look forward to the worship, friendship, and truth from God’s word 🙂
Leah
December 3, 2015 (11:03 pm)
So looking forward to seeing familiar faces that I’ve never met yet in person!
Bethany McGinn
December 4, 2015 (5:20 am)
Ashlan was one of my room mates, Hi Ashlan!
Ashlee Schmidt
December 4, 2015 (6:01 am)
Congratulations Angela S! You have won our Day 3 Giveaway! Please check your e-mail tomorrow for further instructions on how to receive these items!
And thank you for everyone who participated!
Continue to follow the blog over the next 9 days for a chance to win one of our other giveaways in this 12 Days of Christmas series!