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Living with Crohn’s Disease: My Invisible Battle
Crohn’s disease is something I live with every single day, even when no one else can see it. It is an invisible illness that affects my digestive system, but it also impacts nearly every part of my life. While some days are better than others, there are days when the symptoms make even the simplest…
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Being the Neighborhood Granny
About six months ago, I decided to move into a little RV community where I met some amazing neighbors. Today, I am very blessed to be living here because I have become a granny to three amazing kids. I am so grateful to their parents for trusting me with their beautiful children and allowing me…
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When Your Mind Feels Weary
Finding God’s Peace in the Middle of the Storm Scripture “You will keep in perfect peace those whose minds are steadfast, because they trust in you.” — Isaiah 26:3 (NIV) We All Face Difficult Days Mental health struggles can affect anyone. Sometimes they arrive after a difficult season of life. Other times, they seem to…
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Hershel Has Become Part of My Daily Life
About six months ago, when I moved into my RV, I met one of the sweetest little dogs I have ever known. His name is Hershel, and he belongs to my neighbor. From the very first day I moved here, he started coming over to visit me. Now it’s part of our daily routine. Every…
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Finding Hope in the Midst of Grief
Scripture “He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds.” — Psalm 147:3 (NIV) Devotional Grief is one of life’s deepest and most personal journeys. It may come after the loss of a loved one, the end of a relationship, a change in health, or the loss of a dream you held close to your…
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From Tiny Chirps to Big Chicken Energy: Peepers Finds Her Way
Feeding Habits Peepers has been keeping me entertained today! Yesterday I bought her new food, and she’s already scratching through it like the big chickens outside. With quick flicks of her tiny feet, she sends bits of feed scattering, the soft rustle mixing with her cheerful peeping. She scratches as she eats, tossing crumbs everywhere…
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Watching Peepers Grow
Every Day Brings Something New One of the greatest joys of having Peepers in my life has been watching her grow. It seems like every day she learns something new or becomes a little more confident. From the moment she came into my life, I’ve enjoyed seeing her curious personality shine. Becoming More Independent As…
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A Simple Drawing with a Big Heart
Sometimes the most meaningful gifts aren’t expensive or elaborate. Sometimes they’re drawn with a blue pen on a notebook page by the tiny hands of a child. A little girl who comes to visit me almost every day surprised me today with this drawing. She smiled and said, “It’s me and you,” and then told…
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What Building Princess Crystal Says Has Taught Me
More than thirteen years ago, I began building a simple website with a single dream: to share my writing with the world. I never imagined how much that journey would change me—not only as a writer, but also as a person. Building Princess Crystal Says has taught me that success doesn’t happen overnight. It is…
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Help Families in Need Through Brand Shamans’ Emergency Fundraiser
Dear Reader, In times of hardship, even the smallest act of kindness can make a meaningful difference. Right now, Lyn Lomasi, founder of BrandShamans.com, is hosting an emergency fundraiser to provide immediate assistance to families facing difficult circumstances. What makes this fundraiser especially impactful is that 100% of every sale from Lyn’s extensive collection of…
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Peepers Found Her Perfect Roost
One of the joys of raising a baby chicken is watching her discover something new every day. Today, a friend shared a helpful tip with me about encouraging Peepers to use the branch that was already in her cage as a roosting spot. Although the branch had been there all along, Peepers wasn’t quite sure…
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Keeping Friends Close During Difficult Times
For the next couple of weeks (or a little longer), I’ll be dog-sitting sweet TiTi for my best friend, Sandra. Sandra and her husband had a sudden family emergency and needed to travel to Connecticut. During times like these, I’m grateful to be able to help by caring for TiTi while they focus on being…
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Seven Reasons to Hire a Freelance Writer
Great writing can make the difference between being overlooked and making a lasting impression. Whether you’re a business owner, entrepreneur, author, or nonprofit organization, hiring a freelance writer can save you time while helping you communicate more effectively. Here are seven reasons why working with a freelance writer is a smart investment. 1. Save Valuable…
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Trusting God One Day at a Time
Scripture “Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight.” — Proverbs 3:5–6 (NIV) There are seasons when the road ahead seems uncertain. We pray for answers, search for direction, and wonder when things will…
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Memoir Coaching for Your Story
Have you ever felt a memory tug at your heart—a moment so vivid and meaningful you wished you could capture it forever? It might be the sound of a loved one’s laughter, the strength you found during a difficult time, or the journey that shaped who you are today. Your story is personal, powerful, and…
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The Great Chicken Chase
Some days are quiet. Other days become stories you’ll laugh about for years. Recently, my little baby chicken “Peepers” decided she was ready for an adventure. Somehow, she learned how to escape her cage through the top where it opens and before I knew it, she was happily exploring my RV. I was trying to…
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God Walks with the Wounded
Scripture “The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.” — Psalm 34:18 (NIV) Trauma has a way of changing how we see the world. It can leave behind wounds that aren’t visible, questions that seem impossible to answer, and fears that linger long after the moment has passed.…
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I Wish My Grandpa and Uncle Chris Could See Me Now
There are days when I sit down at my computer, open a manuscript, and begin writing, and a thought quietly crosses my mind: I wish my grandpa and Uncle Chris could see me now. Not because I need applause. Not because I need recognition. But because they believed in me long before I had anything…
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A Little Gift with Feathers and Kindness
Sometimes the most unexpected gifts bring the biggest smiles. Recently, my landlord surprised me with something I never expected—a baby chicken and a cage to keep it safe and comfortable. It wasn’t a birthday, a holiday, or a special occasion. It was simply an act of kindness, and it reminded me how much small gestures…
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Becoming a Granny to the Little Ones Around Me
There is something beautiful about growing older that no one really talks about. It is not the gray hairs or the wrinkles earned through years of laughter and tears. It is the unexpected joy of becoming a safe place for the next generation. I may not be Granny by blood to the little children who…
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Healing Strong: A Journey Back to Yourself
There are wounds people can see…and then there are the quiet ones carried deep within the heart. Trauma has a way of changing how we think, how we trust, how we rest, and even how we see ourselves. Sometimes healing feels impossible when the weight of the past still lingers in the present. But one…
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Hard Hands, Soft Hearts
The Story Behind the Memoir That Refused to Stay Silent By Crystal Amon Some Stories Don’t Begin With Fairytales Some stories begin with survival. With thin walls. With empty refrigerators. With whispered prayers late at night. With children learning fear before they ever learn peace. Hard Hands, Soft Hearts was born from those kinds of…
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Lyn Lomasi’s Mission of Hope: Helping Families Living with Disabilities Through Purposeful Sales
In a world where so many people are struggling quietly behind closed doors, Lyn Lomasi is choosing compassion, creativity, and action. Right now, several families living with disabilities are facing financial hardship and need help covering important bills like rent, phone service, and internet access — essential resources that help them remain safely housed and…
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