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I am a wife and a mother of 2 grown children, a believer in God and follower of Jesus Christ. I love to travel, read and be creative. I used to have a Welsh Corgi named Higgins but now I have a Labradoodle named Boone who is my baby. I love the beach, the mountains and anything English.

Soaking Up the Promising, Healing Rain

July 1, 2017

A rain-filled month healed the drought in our area. There is a healing rain for the dry spells in our lives as well. … More Soaking Up the Promising, Healing Rain

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The Unsurpassed Joy of Celebrating Milestones With Friends

June 24, 2017

It’s good to have friends to share the milestones of life. … More The Unsurpassed Joy of Celebrating Milestones With Friends

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I Simply Want to Hear Your Voice

June 15, 2017

I am learning many lessons about my relationship with God in this empty nest of mine. For instance, the importance of communication. … More I Simply Want to Hear Your Voice

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Fellowship: The Simple Cure for Feelings of Isolation

June 8, 2017

Circumstances seem worse when we are facing them alone. Fellowship with others gives you the encouragement you need to face the circumstances of life. … More Fellowship: The Simple Cure for Feelings of Isolation

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The Importance of Tone

May 25, 2017

How we react to harsh words is important. The world is watching. … More The Importance of Tone

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Be Still and Know

May 18, 2017

It is easy to meditate on the Bible verse “Be still and know that I am God” Psalm 46:10 here in the mountains of North Carolina. … More Be Still and Know

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Mothers & Daughters and Daughters & Mothers

May 11, 2017

On this Mother’s Day weekend I want to recognize the bond shared by mothers and daughters. I am blessed to have a wonderful mom and a wonderful daughter. … More Mothers & Daughters and Daughters & Mothers

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A Letter To My Younger Self

May 4, 2017

Have you ever thought about what you would say if you could write a letter to your younger self? What warnings or encouragements would you share? Here is what I would say to my younger self. … More A Letter To My Younger Self

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The Truth About Saying Farewell to a Place

April 27, 2017

It’s hard to say goodbye to a place where so many memories are stored, even if you have never lived there. … More The Truth About Saying Farewell to a Place

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Ten Important Things I Have Learned Living in the Empty Nest – The 100th Post

April 20, 2017

I’m excited to share my 100th post – things I’ve learned in the empty nest. I tried to think of 100 but came up with 10 instead. … More Ten Important Things I Have Learned Living in the Empty Nest – The 100th Post

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Penning Pansies

Your Last Day On Earth

Everything Bagel Blog

Helpful Insight About Everything! Business, Travel, Food and Family!

Moonlight Reflections

Musings from a die-hard night owl

Waking up on the Wrong Side of 50

Navigating the second half of my life

Valerie Cullers

Navigating the World from a Christian Perspective

The Godly Chic Diaries

BY GRACE THROUGH FAITH

Life Stories and Beyond

Lisa Batten Kunkleman

wisdom from the doublewide

common sense for life

Cozy Intrigue ~ Janet Campbell

The cozy place for mysteries, intrigue, inspiration, and fun. Let's get cozy!

Joann Claypoole ~ Dreamdove's Flights Of Fancy

Welcome to my messy nest. Where inspirational, whimsical, and mysterious stories about life, love, and nature take flight.

This Much I Know

exploring life now that our small people have all grown up

Time With Our Creator

LEARNING TO PRAY PERSONAL, POWERFUL PRAYERS

Love Travelling Blog

Travel diaries providing inspiration for planning the perfect trip

Hope found in M.E.

Hope in Midlife with a Chronic Illness

OVER THE HILL on the YELLOW BRICK ROAD

Growing older with silliness, high spirits and a lot of heart.

Traveling Feete

Janyre Tromp Author Website

Celebrating Beauty Even When It Isn’t Pretty

#uphillbattle

Not About Me

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