I don’t breathe deeply enough. I often race through life, taking shallow breaths. When I am stressed, or in labor, I finally take deep cleansing breaths as I try to cope. Labor with my Sunshine-headed son was intense back-labor from the start. Tears filled my eyes from the steady pain,…
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Interview with Kaitlyn Bouchillon (Author of Even If Not)
Welcome to another installment of The Interview Series. As an extension of #WeWrite (weekly Periscope videos to support and encourage you as a writer at 1:30 EST on Fridays) I am delighted to offer you a backstage pass as you get to know some current authors with newly released books….
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Listen Close, Listen Well: Fear and Doorknobs (Kim Osterholzer)
The Listen Close, Listen Well series continues today with a special guest. Kim and I connected through her sister Kris (who has also guest posted here). I had the privilege of providing feedback for Kim’s book proposal on midwifery last month. Kim is a talented midwife and writer. Let’s give…
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Don’t Miss Sacred Assignments
Sometimes we can be so focused on what we want that we miss the most important things. Martha struggled with this as she focused on meal preparation instead of being present with her guests. Peter wrestled with this when Christ said He must suffer but Peter did not want it…
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A Krafty Kash Discount for You!
As you well know, I am a fan of Krafty Kash’s custom jewelry. I like the way the pieces tell a story through words. I often get stopped and asked about my word necklaces—they are great conversation starters. This year I purchased a One Word necklace, “Listen”, to help me…
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Miracles from Heaven (Movie Review)
God doesn’t always answer our prayers in the way that we hope. My friend Mel just wrote a post about that. Sometimes God works a miracle when we find ourselves backed into a corner facing our greatest fear. My friend Charity can attest to that. Sometimes God does the unexpected…
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