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Good Things I've Been Reading Lately
What good books have you been into this summer? Here are a few favorite reads that I have enjoyed this summer season.
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How to Answer the Question, "What's Your Story?"
Recently someone asked me, "what's your story?" I wanted to give a surface answer, but sharing in a deeper way invited a real connection.
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A Note to Your Summer Self
What words do you need to hear this summer season? For inspiration, here's my story about my summer note tradition.
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An Invitation to Listen to the Soundtrack of Your Life
Sometimes inspiration comes out of nowhere. Here's an invitation to tune in to the soundtrack of your life to remember your best self.
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What I Learned from Studying Romans for a Year
I didn't mean to spend a year in Romans. But after finishing an 8-week study, I couldn't tell you anything I learned. So I stayed for more.
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How to Be the Most Interesting Woman in the Room
What makes your heart shine? Here's a personal invitation to shine more and become the most interesting woman in the room today.
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3 Renewing Goodies to Put Some Spring In Your Step
Spring is cranking up the goodness around here. I thought I would follow suit by sharing my favorite renewing thoughts with you.
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5 Good Things for Easter Week
It's Easter Week! Here are five good things I'm grateful for and enjoying this week.
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The Best Conversation Starter
What's your "go to" question for making small talk? Here's a fun story to consider taking your conversations to a more authentic place.
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The Story of Happy Oranges
What could a smiley face on an orange do? Turns out, it became a reminder to a sweet girl that she was seen and loved.
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What's Saving Your Life Right Now? 2023 Edition
As we are halfway through winter, a favorite blogger invites asking the question, "what's saving your life right now?" Here's my answer.
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Do You Scripture Doodle?
I used to think the Bible was dusty stuff. My friend Michele encouraged me to dig in. She was right and doodling made it personal to me.
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What Do You Need to Flourish this Winter?
What do you need to flourish this winter? For me - books! Re-reading a winter favorite that invites caring for ourselves well.
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No Challenges Please, Just Laughter This Year
Are you a declaring a word for the year type person? I want to be, then promptly forget my word. Here's the best word for 2023 - laugh.
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Your Invitation to a Good Barnstorming
What do prayer, barns, and learning to speak Spanish have in common? Here's my story of the perfect month to practice barn-storming.
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The Best of December Treats for You
What can be better than treats at Christmas? Here are a few favorite things gathered up for your encouragement this holiday season.
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What If the Holidays Were Easy?
Remember when the holidays were a joy? Here's a story about remembering the goodness of Christ's surprise for all of us.
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Your Invitation to Go Deeper This Season
The holidays are the time of year we connect with folks near and far. It's also the perfect opportunity to go deeper in kindness.
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All Things Gratitude For You
Sharing a collection of all things gratitude with you as we get ready for the Thanksgiving holiday!
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16 Everyday Gratitude Ideas for You
What does gratitude look like in action? I asked myself this question and here's what I came up with.
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