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Who or What is Your Everything?
Saturday promised to be an encouraging day. I was driving to Cresco, Iowa, to attend the first-ever ReNEWed Life Women’s Event featuring nationally known author and speaker, Lisa Whittle. A new friend I met at the She Speaks conference, Jill Beran, helped organize this gathering. I was excited to see her again and to be…
Walking in Faith—Here
I am here but I’m not sure where “here” is. But more than that, I’m uncertain about the there of tomorrow. Does that bother anyone else? I don’t do well with unknown paths. But isn’t that the journey we are all called to? One where we put one foot in front of the other—following the…
“Jesus” Parenting
There were many things I did right as a mother. I believe I communicated my love to my children effectively. I feel I balanced discipline, respect, and compassion quite well. I think I had a nice balance of firmness with relationship. However, the one thing I regret is the role Jesus Christ played in our…
Five Truths to Live By
I never went so far as to doubt God’s love existed, but there was a season in my life I did question whether that truth pertained to me.… ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ Stumbling through the darkened woods, my soul screamed for justice and fairness. Where was God when I needed Him…
Living in Shadowland [Temporary Home]
Have you ever felt like you are living a dream … or a nightmare? My son asked me about it the other day. And I had to admit, often my life seems surreal—and not always in a good way. It’s as if reality is dancing just out of sight. Around the corner. Over the hill.…
Fallacy of Self-Sufficiency (Relationship and Redemption)
Do you value self-sufficiency? I do—or at least did. Self-Sufficiency Self-sufficiency is an attribute I’ve cultivated through the years. I consider myself a strong woman, and as such, believe I can handle things on my own. Navigating life’s turbulent waters on one’s own can feel empowering, but I’ve learned, it’s really an illusion. For nothing…
What Will This Day Bring? [Opportunity]
It’s a Friday, and once again, I’m jumping on board The Gypsy Mama’s Five Minute Friday bus. Writing for five minutes flat (okay, I’m not sure I’ve ever quit after 5) stretches my creativity, but more importantly, forces me to write concisely. Hope you enjoy. Today’s prompt is Opportunity. GO Every day awakes, stretches out…
Uniquely Together [5 Minute Friday]
At The Gypsy Mama we write for five minutes flat on Fridays: no editing, no over thinking, no backtracking (at least that’s the goal). Today’s prompt is Together. (I’m a little late with this post—too much togetherness!) GO I love to be alone. To spend time contemplating the big questions; reading; wandering the countryside exploring…
Un[tangled] Perspective
I couldn’t get the tangled mass undone. The more I tried, the bigger mess it became. No amount of pulling, yelling, or begging helped. The strings seemed to wrap tighter the more I worked. It wasn’t until I sat back and gave myself some time and distance to examine the problem, did the solution present…
Removing Unwanted Blemishes
Today I discovered a super easy way to remove blemishes from digital pictures. A few mouse clicks, and unwanted facial marks disappeared, resulting in smooth, flawless skin. All it took was downloading a software program, reading a 10-minute tutorial, and spending a few more minutes clicking in the changes. I couldn’t have been happier with…
Hello, I'm Julie, an imperfect wife and mother of four. Life in this broken world is not always easy. Yet, joy can be found in each day through the grace and mercy of the Lord Jesus Christ.
I find it's easy for our day's blessings to get lost in its happenings. But God's "mercies never end" (Lamentations 3:22) and His "grace is sufficient" (2 Corinthians 12:9).
May the posts and pages on this site offer you a measure of peace and encouragement.
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