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I'm Susan...

We all have a story to share. Mine just happens to be another story of the grace and kindness of Jesus. If you were to ask me to tell you who I am, I would say: I am a wife, a mama to three wonderful boys, an ice-cream addict, a lover of words and their meanings, a storyteller, truth seeker, over-thinker, a lover of people and their stories, and a recovering worrier, to name a few things...
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A gift from the Holy land—Artza box

A gift from the Holy land—Artza box

The team from Artza, who delivers a piece of the Holy land, has crafted another fantastic box just in time for the holidays. And they've given me the privilege to share it with you again, my reader! This newest assortment comes from the southern region of Isreal, the Negev. As I learned while opening this box, Negev means ... read more

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How you can peacefully transition into a season of uncertainty.

How you can peacefully transition into a season of uncertainty.

Here we stand on the edge of another season. The calendar says it's Autumn, but the weather isn't so sure. The trees hint at shades of orange while summer refuses to step into the shadows with October still in the high 80s here in the PNW. However, the early morning dew and chilly evenings betray the facade of ... read more

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Take a “should” inventory

Take a “should” inventory

Last week got away from me quickly, and I didn't have a chance to get the third post out about our discussion on anxiety causing "shoulds." (Yes, all week, I was saying to myself, "I should sit down and write.") *Sigh; it's a never-ending battle. Click here for the previous post, in case you missed it.    A should ... read more

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Stop “shoulding” on yourself

Stop “shoulding” on yourself

Let's continue the discussion we began last week about my dysfunctional companion named anxiety and one of the ways that our relationship plays out; through shoulds. My typical day often includes a to-do list a mile long and an entire subheading that seems equally essential called; "shoulds." These "shoulds" linger in ... read more

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Breaking free from anxiety by walking away from shoulds

Breaking free from anxiety by walking away from shoulds

If you've stuck around here any amount of time, you know of my history with fear, anxiety, and depression. But I don't believe I've yet mentioned the one little word that has the potential to stir up those emotions quicker than most. Allow me to introduce you to the culprit: Should. (And a close relative shouldn't) I ... read more

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How our light can shine brightest in the darkness

How our light can shine brightest in the darkness

Today I invited Janet Salazar to the blog to discuss how our light can shine best in the darkness. This thoughtful post gives us pause and considers how we can honor God even—and possibly the most—in the darkest of places. I believe you'll truly be blessed by this reading today. ~Susan It is said that there are ... read more

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Meet Susan

I’m a wife, to Don, who happens to be my best friend. I’m also a mama to three wonderful, fun and dashing boys, who are ages 17, 14 and 10. I love words and writing and I love encouraging others to follow after Jesus and to trust Him with their life.
Feel free to stay awhile and take a peek around my site!

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