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I am a Christian wife of 29 years, a mom of 25 years, and a daughter. It is my desire to encourage and inspire you as I share my life journey, struggles, hardships, pain, and joys. I want you to know you are not alone in life and if I am able to share some encouragement with you then my heart will be at peace.

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Category: Life

Journey, Life, Rest, Thankfulness

Rest Your Mind and Body

Encouragement Today Has it been a long and busy week? Are you exhausted mentally and physically? Here is a gentle reminder to be sure to take some time for you today. Take some self care time to give your mind and body the time it needs to relax. You have to be sure to take … Continue reading Rest Your Mind and Body

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January 27, 2018Bible Verse, Journey, Life, Rest
Challenge, Character, Discouraged, Encouragement Today, Journey, Life, Trials

Nothing Ventured, Nothing Gained

Encouragement Today Change produces beauty, but often times we forget it can be a painful process while it is occurring. My friend, a simple reminder, are you tired of living a life which is painful, hurtful, boring, or lacking in direction, take the steps to make the changes that will make you happy again.  No … Continue reading Nothing Ventured, Nothing Gained

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January 26, 2018January 26, 2018Beauty, Change, Encouragement Today, Journey, Life
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Eat Your Humble Pie

Encouragement Today How many times do we take credit for what we build, what we create, or what we make? Does this mean the career you are doing well in? Does it mean the college class you are taking or the degree you are earning? Have you signed a contract for an amazing job opportunity? … Continue reading Eat Your Humble Pie

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January 23, 2018January 22, 2018Bible Verse, Encouragement Today, Humilty, Journey, Life
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Change Produces Beauty

Encouragement Today Today’s Encouragement is to remind you to keep your chin up. Your master plan is yet to be revealed. “What the caterpillar calls the end of the world, the master calls a butterfly. “ Richard Bach Just as the caterpillar thought his life was over, with some rest, his life became more beautiful … Continue reading Change Produces Beauty

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January 19, 2018January 19, 2018Discouraged, Encouragement Today, Journey, Life
Encouragement Today, Journey, Life, Thanksgiving, Christmas

Pictures Have To Stand Alone

Encouragement Today Today is an Encouragement that a pucture will have to speake a thousand words.  I had a late night yesterday and my ancient dog had me up several times. My brain has not found it’s words and my eyes just want to go back to sleep, but that just isn’t going to happen. … Continue reading Pictures Have To Stand Alone

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January 16, 2018Encouragement Today, Journey, Life
Broken, Challenge, Discouraged, Encouragement Today, Journey, Life, Love

Invest In Your Relationship Today

Encouragement TodayYour Encouragement Today is a simple reminder that relationships are never guaranteed to remain healthy and secure if you are not willing to invest your love and time into them. It is very dangerous when you begin to assume your loved one will always be there because you can never assume without love and … Continue reading Invest In Your Relationship Today

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January 14, 2018January 14, 2018Anxiety, Broken, Challenge, Discouraged, Encouragement Today, Faith, Journey, Life, Love, PTSD
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Loving Yourself Takes Courage

Encouragement Today Today’s Encouragement is to inspire you to have the courage to love yourself enough to set up healthy boundaries. Boundaries are not always  negative conditions placed upon someone, but can be helpful and inspiring as well. In order to maintain your strength and your mental stability, it is crucial you take some time … Continue reading Loving Yourself Takes Courage

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January 13, 2018January 12, 2018Courage, Discouraged, Encouragement Today, Exhausted, Journey, Life
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Blessings Come From The Unexpected Moments

I am thanking God today is Friday. Today is the third doctor appointment for this week, let alone in the past twenty-four hours. Yesterday I started the day out at one with my husband, then I got home to take my Kiddo to one of hers and now I am back to another one for … Continue reading Blessings Come From The Unexpected Moments

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January 12, 2018January 12, 2018Discouraged, Journey, Life, Lonliness, Medical Journey, Weariness3 Comments
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You Are A Ray of Sunshine

Encouragement Today   Today's Encouragement is to send a ray of sunshine your way. Life's Reminders For You Today When life gets busy and even a little crazy, you have the strength to get through the day. "Most of the important things in the world have been accomplished by people who have kept on trying … Continue reading You Are A Ray of Sunshine

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January 12, 2018January 12, 2018Encouragement Today, Journey, Life, Strength, Weariness
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Journey of Change

Encouragement Today January 7, 2018   When was the last time you sat down in a quiet spot and truly examined your life?   Are you where you dreamt you would be at this time? Have you met personal goals you set for yourself? Have you been distracted by unforeseen life events? Today’s Encouragement is … Continue reading Journey of Change

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Heidi Benson

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I am a wife, mom, and daughter. I served in the United States Army, went to college, received a Batchelor's Degree in Criminology, homeschooled my daughter every year from start to finish, started working at a Christian school after being out of work for 20 plus years while I raised my daughter and now I am currently a volunteer assistant to the director at our local hospital. I married my husband when he was in the United States Army so I have the unique knowledge of what it is like to be on both sides of a Military uniform. While we were stationed in Germany, my daughter, who is 27 years old now, was born and I made the difficult decision to put my career on hold to be her mom. The past 25 years have been wrought with many struggles, but as a result of those struggles, this blog was created. As the years passed and the struggle kept coming, I would say, "I'm not sure why we have to go through all of this, but if we have to then it is my desire to allow my story to serve as a means of encouragement to others so all this pain isn't for nothing." The years passed and the struggles did not. However, I feel now is the time God wants me to share these stories of hardships with the hopes they provide encouragement to you if you are struggling in the same way. It is my prayer they will serve as a healing opportunity for you. I want you to know you are not alone. There are others who know where you are and what you are feeling. Cling to the hope this won't last forever and that God is standing beside you while He holds you up and dries your tears. He is showing you the way, you just need to follow Him. Big Hugs, Heidi

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