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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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You Are Stronger Than Your Greatest Weakness

““Before I formed you in the womb I knew you, before you were born I set you apart; I appointed you as a prophet to the nations.”” ‭‭Jeremiah‬ ‭1:5‬ ‭NIV‬‬ Today’s Encouragement is to remind you how important you are. Do you question your value or your worth? Do you struggle with the difficulties life … Continue reading You Are Stronger Than Your Greatest Weakness

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You Are Brave, Capable, and Loved

Encouragement TodayI have a simple reminder for you today in case you forgot... “You are stronger than you know. More capable than you ever dreamed. And you are loved more than you could possibly imagine.” Unknown Author Do you doubt yourself from time to time? My friend, believe today that you are brave, capable, and … Continue reading You Are Brave, Capable, and Loved

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The Path Less Traveled

You’ve got this Friend!  “Whenever you find yourself doubting how far you can go; just remember how far you have come. Remember everything you have faced, all the battles you have won, and all the fears you have overcome.” -Unknown You’ve got anything life can throw your way. God has empowered you with the strength, … Continue reading The Path Less Traveled

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Turning Frustration Into Determination

Are you having one of those days where you just wish something would go right? Maybe you were up all night or you got up and your car wouldn’t start, or you just received a phone call from the baby sitter saying you need to leave work to pick up your sick child? It doesn’t … Continue reading Turning Frustration Into Determination

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Take One Step At A Time

Encouragement TodayYou’ve got this today! No matter what lays ahead just focus on right now. One step at a time while you tackle one task at a time. Breathe in and out. You’ve got this because I believe in you!

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You Are Never In Total Darkness

Do You Struggle With The Power of Darkness I am feeling God has a few of His own who are in need of some encouragement today. Are you struggling with finding your self worth and identity because somehow over the years and the busyness of life you have lost who you are? Know, you are not … Continue reading You Are Never In Total Darkness

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Fallacies Do Not Equate To Truth

Encouragement Today Are you feeling overwhelmed? Are you feeling like no one understands why you are frustrated? Are you feeling lost even within your family? Are you feeling invisible? Are you struggling with being misunderstood? Are your emotions misunderstood? Are you constantly working, while others see you struggle, but offers no help? My friend, these … Continue reading Fallacies Do Not Equate To Truth

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Rest Is Necessary

Encouragement Today and Weekend Reminder Did you have a long week? If you did, be sure to take some time to decompress. I promise you burnout is not a fun place to be. It takes everything you have out of you leaving you drained and exhausted. Protect yourself mentally, emotionally, and physically to prevent this … Continue reading Rest Is Necessary

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God Is Your Strength When You Are Weak

Encouragement Today January 4, 2018 Are you struggling with something in life that has you feeling like you want to throw your hands in the air saying, “I want to quit?” If only you could just walk away from your problem, but in life the reality of this just is not realistic. My Friend, I … Continue reading God Is Your Strength When You Are Weak

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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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Heidi Benson

Heidi Benson

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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