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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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Be Strong and Courageous

Credit: Home. Life. Encouragement  There are so many people struggling with anxiety for a variety of issues today. There are many who are battling with issues Covid-19 has caused. Many are battling the virus, while others may be feeling the effects of having their jobs impacted, or are being forced to live in isolation. It … Continue reading Be Strong and Courageous

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May 17, 2020Bible Verses, Comfort, Courage, encouragement, Faith, Hardships, Hope, Journey, Life, Peace, Random Thoughts, Rest, Strength, Weekend Reminder
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Rest, Breathe, Repeat

Credit: Home. Life. Encouragement Update To Previous Blog Post / “Living My Real” I’m not sure about you, but I for one, am thankful for the weekend to finally arrive.  While we still have no resolution to if my daughter will have her health insurance come Monday morning, (see my post, “Living My Real” if … Continue reading Rest, Breathe, Repeat

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May 16, 2020Challenge, Chronic Migraines, Comfort, Courage, encouragement, heartache, Hope, Inspiration, Journaling Journey, Journey, Life, Medical Journey, Motivation, Parenting, Peace, Random Thoughts, Raw Thoughts, Reflection, Rest, Strength, Update, Weekend Reminder
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Living My Real

A Day in The Life of Our Medical Journey Credit: Home. Life. Encouragement This is how I am starting my day again. Sitting in a doctor’s office parking lot. Today is a bit harder though. Today I could just sit here and weep as my daughter walks off by herself to go get 25-30 nerve … Continue reading Living My Real

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May 14, 2020May 14, 2020Comfort, Courage, Journey, Medical Journey, pain, Random Thoughts, Raw Thoughts, Trials, Weakness
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Blessed Is A Fresh New Week

Credit: Home. Life. Encouragement  The start of a new week is here again.  Be blessed and encouraged by a fresh new start.  Do not take the stress of last week into the fresh start of this new week.  May God richly bless you with a sweet harvest of all you have invested in.  Whether that … Continue reading Blessed Is A Fresh New Week

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May 11, 2020Anxiety, Comfort, Depression, Discouraged, encouragement, Exhausted, Hope, Inspiration, Journey, Life, Motivation, Motivation Monday, Peace, Rest, Weakness, Weariness
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Simple Reminders

Credit: Home. Life. Encouragement I am sharing a simple reminder just because you think you have everything planned out and measured just perfectly in life, that if this isn’t what God’s plans are, He will be changing them and redirecting you. Don’t get upset or frustrated, just go along with the flow and trust He … Continue reading Simple Reminders

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March 29, 2020Anxiety, Comfort, Discouraged, Exhausted, Hardships, Hope, Love, Trials, Weariness
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God Will Light Your Way

Credit: Home. Life. Encouragement My Friend, Are you struggling with a difficult situation and you just feel beat down and alone? Do you feel like no matter where you look, you only see the darkness of your circumstance? Well, I have an encouraging reminder to share with you today. You are not! You are not … Continue reading God Will Light Your Way

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February 2, 2020February 2, 2020Bible Verse, Bravery, Comfort, Courage, encouragement, Encouragement Today, Hope, Image, Inspiration, Journey, Life, Peace, Strength, Truth
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Waiting on God Does Not Lead To Disappointment

Credit: Home. Life. Encouragement Do not be discouraged if you are going through something and you keep praying over it, and God keeps saying, “No, not now”.  My friend, God is hearing your prayer and is wiping your tears, but no matter how discouraged you are, He will not answer your prayer until His timing is … Continue reading Waiting on God Does Not Lead To Disappointment

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February 1, 2020February 1, 2020Blessings, Comfort, Courage, encouragement, Encouragement Today, Faith, Inspiration, Life, Peace, Strength, Trust
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Investing in The Hearts of Women

Credit: Home.Life.Encouragement What? You haven't gotten your ticket yet? We have an awesome 3 days planned for you. Early bird ticket sales end tonight! Go to transformingloveministries.org for conference details. 3 worship teams, 6 main sessions, 9 breakout sessions, lunch provided on Saturday, and a whole lot of Jesus!!! Conference is scheduled for March 26-28, … Continue reading Investing in The Hearts of Women

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December 15, 2019December 15, 2019Burn out, Comfort, Discouraged, encouragement, Faith, Hope, Inspiration, Life, Peace, Strength, Weariness
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Opening Our Hearts to Gratitude

Credit:Homelifeandencouragement.com It is so easy to get knocked down by all that life throws our way. The busyness, the relationship struggles, the soccer practices, football games, dance recitals, or work struggles; but I want to be your place of encouragement this month. I want to be that gentle reminder to look past it all and … Continue reading Opening Our Hearts to Gratitude

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Love, Strength, and Sunsets

The Same Love That Created The Sunset, Loves You as Well I hope my daughter doesn’t mind my sharing an absolutely beautiful sunset she sent me last night as she was crossing over the water on her way home. This sunset can only be made by God, it’s Creator. Today’s message is short, but my … Continue reading Love, Strength, and Sunsets

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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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