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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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Bible, Comfort, Discouraged, Encouragement Today, Image, Journey, Life, Strength, Weakness

Inspiration Through Images

Encouragement Today Today's Encouragement is coming via an image. I struggled to find my words so instead of missing a day completely I decided an inspiring bible verse on an image could be just as powerful as no post at all. "Fear not, for I am with you; Be not dismayed, for I am your … Continue reading Inspiration Through Images

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March 7, 2018March 6, 2018Bible Verse, Discouraged, Hope, Journey, Life, Strength, Weakness, Weary
Character, Encouragement Today, Journey, Life, Weakness

Dream Big

Encouragement Today My Friend, Today’s Encouragement is a simple one.... “Let your dreams be bigger than your fears and your actions louder than your words...”  Christine Caine Watch your actions and your words. Be sure your actions remain positive and encouraging since your actions speak louder then your words. Lastly, dream big so fear has … Continue reading Dream Big

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February 21, 2018February 21, 2018Actions, Dreams, Journey, Life2 Comments
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Precious Memories Remain In Our Hearts

In Loving Memory of my Precious, BJ.  I don't have the words of Encouragement Today. I just had to put down my precious baby boy of 17 1/2 years this morning. We were up all night and he put in a rough night so I knew I had to make that heart breaking decision to … Continue reading Precious Memories Remain In Our Hearts

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January 31, 2018January 31, 2018Broken, Grief, Journey, Life2 Comments
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Turning Your Winter Into Spring

Encouragement Today Are you struggling with a pain that runs so deep in your soul that you have lost your passion in life? Do you wonder how you would ever be happy again? Do you wonder how you will ever heal from the pain that just makes your heart ache so badly that you just … Continue reading Turning Your Winter Into Spring

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January 24, 2018Discouraged, Encouragment, Grief, Journey, Life, pain
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Strength Does Not Come From Negativity

Encouragement Today January 2, 2018 Are you struggling with a tough decision? Does the weight of life have you beat down, worn out, and exhausted? Are you facing some tough thoughts about life changes such as a deciding to walk away from your family, whether to change jobs, make a physical move or just how … Continue reading Strength Does Not Come From Negativity

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January 2, 2018January 2, 2018Anxiety, Bible Verse, Burn out, Challenge, Discouraged, Encouragement Today, Encouragment, Hardships, Journey, Life, Peace, Strength, Trials, Weakness, Weariness
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Leave A Trail of Your Journey

Christmas Encouragement December 31, 2017 As I write my last Christmas Encouragement for 2017, I am closing out the year with a heavy heart. My heart is heavy because I see heartache all around. I see it in so many people I know and don't know. I see... Marriages that are struggling for many reasons … Continue reading Leave A Trail of Your Journey

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Refresh What You Are Thinking

Christmas Encouragement December 30, 2017 Wow, the year is quickly coming to a close. There is only one more Christmas Encouragement before the Holidays are officially complete for another year. Today has been difficult at best, but I am especially thankful for the two people who encouraged me to get through the day. It is … Continue reading Refresh What You Are Thinking

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December 30, 2017December 30, 2017Bible Verse, Blessings, Broken, Challenge, Christmas Encouragement, Comfort, Discouraged, encouragement, Hardships, Hope, Journey, Life, Strength, Trials, Weakness, Weariness3 Comments
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The Void of Happiness in Your Heart

To The One Who Is Struggling Today To Find Joy In Your Heart  As we wake to this Christmas Eve Day there are many people whose joy is replaced by sadness and sorrow. It is my prayer that the love of others fills your broken heart today and tomorrow. I recognize your pain is real, … Continue reading The Void of Happiness in Your Heart

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The Pain of Love Over Health Battles

It has been a very busy week full of confused emotions which I'm trying to process while I am trying to keep the spirit of Christmas in my heart. However when the stress of every day life doesn't know it should take a break during this joyful season, how do you remain cheerful, hopeful, and … Continue reading The Pain of Love Over Health Battles

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December 16, 2017Comfort, Encouragment, Hardships, heartache, Journey, Love, Reflection, Strength, Trials, Weakness, Weariness
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Let The Music Touch Your Heart

Hark The Herald Angel SingHave you ever sat down and just listened to the words to this song? Have you ever just let it penetrate your soul? Take the time today if you are in need of peace to let this song touch your heart. Take a minute today to close your eyes and just … Continue reading Let The Music Touch Your Heart

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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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