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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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Encouragement Today, Journey, Motivation, Motivation Monday, Peace, Strength

Develop Success From Failures

Encouragement Today & Monday MotivationToday's encouragement and motivation is inspired by this quote by Dale Carnegie. "Develop success from failures. Discouragement and failure are two of the surest stepping stones." Dale Carnegie Do not allow the difficulties of you past stop you from changing your present and your future. Your discouragement and your failure can … Continue reading Develop Success From Failures

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September 10, 2018encouragement, Journey, Life, Motivation, Motivation Monday, Strength
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It Is Better To Give Than To Receive

Encouragement Today Today's encouragement is inspired by the Brian Tracy quote, "Successful people are always looking for opportunities to help others. Unsuccessful people are always asking, what's in it for me." I am going to go out on a limb and say, I think we all know that person who is always asking for help, … Continue reading It Is Better To Give Than To Receive

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June 10, 2018June 10, 2018Challenge, Courage, encouragement, Encouragement Today, Hardships, Journey, Life, Motivation
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The Waves of Tranquility

Encouragement Today   Today's inspiration is coming to you via a video taken yesterday when we were at the beach. It is fifteen seconds of tranquility if you love the sound of the ocean. We were able to take advantage of an absolutely beautiful day and meet up with a friend at the beach. We … Continue reading The Waves of Tranquility

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June 8, 2018Challenge, Comfort, encouragement, Encouragement Today, Image, Inspiration, Journey, Life, Motivation, Peace, Tranquility2 Comments
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Supporting Migraine Awareness Month

Encouragement Today I am taking this opportunity to share something personal that has touched our family. My daughter, "K" struggles with daily headaches and migraines and finds more debilitating days in a month than anyone could fathom experiencing. June is Migraine Awareness month and I want to grab this opportunity to bring this illness to … Continue reading Supporting Migraine Awareness Month

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June 1, 2018June 1, 2018Courage, encouragement, Encouragement Today, Journey, Life, Medical Journey, Motivation, Strength
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Courage Conquers Fear

Encouragement Today Today's encouragement is inspired by, "Be Strong and courageous. Do not be afraid or terrified of them, for the Lord your God goes with you, He will never leave you or forsake you." Deuteronomy 31:6 NIV My friend, as you begin your day take the time to physically ask God to equip you … Continue reading Courage Conquers Fear

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May 30, 2018May 30, 2018Bible Verse, Courage, encouragement, Encouragement Today, Image, Journey, Life, Motivation, Strength
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Be True To You

Encouragement Today and Motivation MondayAs we begin a new week take the time to remember these simple words, "In today’s rush we all think too much, seek too much, want too much and forget about the joy of just Being.”  Eckhart Tolle Do not get so lost in the hurried up hustle and bustle of … Continue reading Be True To You

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Choose Today To Live In The Moment

I am encouraging you to seize the day and live in the moment. Do not wish the day away, but instead look at every moment to see good in the present, instead of always hoping for tomorrow to be brighter. Always hoping for tomorrow means you rob yourself of the present and one day you … Continue reading Choose Today To Live In The Moment

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Take The Time To… Rest

Encouragement Today and Weekend Reminder This is your weekend reminder to take time out to provide yourself some down time. Take the time to enjoy your family, your friends, and your life. Take some time to breathe in and breathe out and open your eyes to enjoy the first thing you see. Open your eyes … Continue reading Take The Time To… Rest

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Doing Right Produces Blessings

Encouragement Today Today's encouragement and motivation is a simple one. Do for others not because someone will do it for you, but do it because it is the right thing to do. Not everyone does what is right or even fair, but it does not dismiss what you should do because it is the correct … Continue reading Doing Right Produces Blessings

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Whether You Are Weak or Strong Strength Comes From Above

Encouragement Today and Motivation Monday Today’s motivation is to remind you no matter where life takes you or how easy or difficult your life may be, you are not traveling it alone. Whether you find yourself weak or strong your strength comes from above. Your strength is not found on your own. “As for God, … Continue reading Whether You Are Weak or Strong Strength Comes From Above

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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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