Happy Thursday friends! I hope that your January has been off to a wonderful start! With the weather in so many areas turning bitterly cold and the winter months settling in, I wanted to share with y'all 17 food that will help boost your immune system! (Concerned about colds and the flu? Check out a post that I wrote back in 2017 entitled, 21 tips to prevent colds and the flu!)
Today's list contains foods that go beyond the typical orange juice and chicken noodle soup ideas! These foods will help you boost your immune system all year long! So in no particular order here are the 17 foods to boost your immune system:
1. Fish
Fish are loaded with Omega-3's which are excellent for your immune system.
2. Red Bell Pepper.
Y'all, I was SHOCKED to learn that red bell peppers have almost THREE times the amount of Vitamin C than an orange! Move on over orange juice and hello yummy red bell peppers!
3. Oysters
Oysters are filled with yummy zinc that is helpful for fighting off infections. Allergic to shellfish? Try Pumpkin Seeds which are also packed with zinc! Curious about the benefits of pumpkin/pumpkin seeds? Check out this post (click HERE) on the 9 Benefits of Pumpkins!
4. Hello Tea, Goodbye Coffee
Harvard University did a study that showed that tea drinkers immune cells are FIVE times stronger than those that drink coffee only. So either add tea (green, black, or white to be specific) to your diet or say goodbye to the coffee.
5. Yogurt
Probiotics have been linked to a strong immune system and helpful for the gut so start taking them regularly or start eating some yogurt!
6. Garlic
It has been known to kill bacteria in the body!
7. Broccoli
Some studies have shown that this helps regulate your immune cells.
8. Goat cheese
Goat Cheese contains copper, which helps keep your immune system working.
9. Blueberries
All berries are good for you, but blueberries have the highest levels of disease-fighting antioxidants of all commonly consumed fruit, according to research from the USDA Agriculture Research Service in Little Rock, Arkansas. But if you don't like blueberries, and are looking for other berry benefits check out the following posts:
10. Mushrooms
Research suggests that mushrooms may have antiviral and antibacterial properties. While there are tons of different kinds "button mushrooms" are known to have the most Vitamin D.
11.Anise seeds
These seeds are known to have antibacterial properties and also have been known to help with the upper respiratory tract.
12. Fennel
Fennel is known to help clear chest congestion and sooth a cough. While it can be eaten raw, some studies have shown that drinking it as a tea helps the most!
13. Basil
13. Basil
There are so many amazing benefits to adding basil to your diet! You can read my blog post on all of the amazing benefits of basil by clicking HERE!
14. Leafy Greens
These are loaded with so many health benefits. Remember the post that I did on the benefits of eating Kale? These leafy greens are PACKED with lots of nutrients!
15. Dark Chocolate
Pure cocoa contains more of the disease-fighting antioxidants known as polyphenols than most berries and it's loaded with zinc, also! Check out more benefits of Dark Chocolate HERE!
16. Brazil Nuts
These nuts are filled with protein and selenium that helps maintain a healthy immune system.
17. Apples
17. Apples
Y'all there are so many amazing health benefits to apples! You can read my blog post on the amazing benefits of apples by clicking HERE!
Isn't it amazing how much food can help boost your immune system? What is your favorite food to help you stay healthy?
Isn't it amazing how much food can help boost your immune system? What is your favorite food to help you stay healthy?
If you are just starting to read these posts and are wondering why I am doing something as a "first" for each day of the year, you can read more of the story and background HERE.
Day Two// Read a Local Newspaper in its Entirety
Cost: Free
One of the things that I wanted to do this year was to read the local newspaper in its entirety. Y'all, I don't know about you but for me I couldn't remember the last time that I had read the local newspaper all the way through let alone if I truly took time to read it at all.
As I sat in the morning sipping my tea and reading through the local articles I was struck by a couple of things. First, I found it fascinating the different things that were going on in my area that I had no idea about. This really opened my eyes to the fact that a lot of times when I am looking for things to do I will ask friends, see events posted on social media that are happening, or (and this is the most common) often choose recurring items that I am most familiar with. By reading through the entire local newspaper I found out about several local events I would never have known about, some interesting items going on at a local political level, and read about some fascinating people in our area that are working to make our world a better place.
Second, as a lover of history I discovered a hidden gem that I had never known about nor (as I have talked about this) did most people in our area know about. It turns out that starting in 1890 and lasting until right after World War II there was a Catholic Summer School of America that was located here which was a summer camp for adults. It became so prestigious that at times there could be more than 5,000 people who attended and many writers, governors and even a couple of presidents attended. Eventually finances due to the Great Depression and the War closed the camp and all that remains now is a small historical plaque, but it was a fascinating read of an article and it has inspired a couple of other firsts for the year which I will share more about throughout this year!
When I was creating a list of all of the firsts for the year, I had planned to do this first sometime throughout the year. Y'all, I am so glad that a winter snowstorm delayed my other first plan and that I did this at the beginning of the year.
Embarrassingly, I have often been one to say things like, "I was that we lived in a bit of a bigger city where there were more options of things to do" or "There is always the same events happening around here" or "I wish we had this or that..."... and the list goes on. Now I am honestly embarrassed to even write that here, because as I do, I clearly see that it is me that was stuck in thinking these things as I looked for events outside our area.
I obviously love traveling and am looking forward to some amazing experiences this year that I can't wait to share with y'all...but I am also humbly thrilled to have learned an important lesson at the beginning of this year. Instead of complaining or grumbling or wishing something was different about where I live... I need to fully put time into actually looking around and exploring the area through different avenues then what I have been used to doing in the past. When I lived in a larger city (like when I lived in Washington DC) the ideas were constantly being discussed of so many different things that were happening, but in a smaller area just because I had to put a little more effort in... didn't mean that there wasn't new items to be discovered. An important lesson for life. *smiles*
And this could apply to so many different areas of life. What I learned from this seemingly small choice of a first was once again there is so much of this beautiful world to be explored and learn about... even in my own backyard.
Tips for Creating Your Own First Related to This:
*Read a local newspaper in its entirety
*Ask someone you don't know for ideas and suggestions for things to do in your area (or even ask what they are up to for the weekend). After I read this local newspaper I started talking about the Summer Camp I mentioned to everyone I came in contact with and while so many people had never heard of this, I was given so many different first ideas because a lot of people started saying things like, "Did you know that there was also "this or that" here in this area?" It was truly eye-opening!
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Seeing our parents age and gradually become unable to carry out all the tasks that they used to complete independently can be a difficult experience. As an adult, seeing the relationship with parents change from being the person who was cared for to being the one doing the caring can be a challenging transition to make. For many people, the time comes when their parents are ready to move out of their home and enjoy the benefits of living in a senior living community. The big question is, how do you choose the best senior living facility for your elderly parent? Here are some tips to help you make an informed decision when choosing:
Don’t Make the Decision Alone
Deciding to move your parent into a senior living facility can be an agonizing choice for some people. However, it’s important to remember that this isn’t a choice you must always make on your own. If your parent has the capacity, it’s essential that they have a say in where they will be living and that their needs and opinions inform the final decision on where they live wherever practical.
If you have siblings or other close family members, you may also wish to discuss the decision with them to help you make a more informed choice and to make you feel under less pressure.
Consider Specialist Needs Your Loved One May Have
Choosing a senior living facility that is able to offer the right level of care and support for your loved one’s needs is absolutely essential. Ultimately, living in an environment that is tailored to meet their individual needs will help them to feel much happier and more settled in the living facility. Importantly, choosing a senior living facility that offers the right level of support for your loved one will also help to keep them much safer and provide you with the peace of mind that they are being well looked after.
Some senior living facilities are able to offer communities that are dedicated to providing high standards of care for seniors with specific conditions. For example, senior living communities that provide specialist memory care for adults with Alzheimer’s and other types of dementia.
Keeping the above points in mind will help you to choose a senior living facility that is the best fit for your loved one and any specialist needs they may have.
Carry Out Research
Carrying out careful research is an absolute must when you’re trying to choose the best senior living facility for your parent. The more research you carry out, the simpler it will be to make an informed decision and select the living facility that will offer the most suitable accommodation with the correct level of support for your loved one.
When carrying out your research, it is helpful to assess factors such as:
- Amenities available to residents - are there recreational facilities and outside areas for residents to enjoy?
- Accommodation - what standard and sizes of accommodation are available? Are pets allowed to live with residents? Are housekeeping services offered?
- Reviews and testimonials - what do other residents and their families think of the accommodation and care provided?
- Activities and enrichment - are there opportunities for residents to get involved in activities, such as sports, and hobby clubs, book groups, etc? Are trips and activities organized to enrich the daily life of residents
Assess the Practicalities
Carrying out plenty of research on the different senior living communities available is an excellent basis for making an informed decision. However, it is also vital that you look deeper into the practicalities of the decisions you make to ensure that you are really making the right choice.
There are many practical considerations to keep in mind when choosing a senior living facility. One of the most important practical considerations is assessing the location of facility and how far away it is. Choosing a senior living facility that is reasonably close to your home is helpful if you plan to visit regularly and spend time with your parent whenever possible.
Cost is another key practical consideration to keep in mind. Figuring out how much can practically be spent on your loved one’s care and assessing the fees for each senior living facility is important to avoid committing to spending more than you can afford.
Choosing the best senior living facility for your loved one can be challenging. However, considering your loved one’s specialist needs and assessing your options carefully will make it much simpler to make the best choice.
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Happy Monday friends! I am so excited to share with y'all more about the winter and snow junk journal collection that is available in the shop! You can go directly to this section of listings HERE!
These journals and junk journals are the perfect way to keep track and treasure the magic ordinary of each day!
This collection is perfect for those looking for a unique and legacy type gift for yourself or for someone you love of precious cozy winter memories!
No matter which journal you select you can easily add in pictures and quick notes so that you can remember these special cozy winter days forever.
Above are just a few pictures from the MANY winter precious journals that are available, and I hope y'all love it! You can find this entire collection of junk journals HERE and so many others in the shop HERE!
PS- Stay tuned for the Valentine's Day Collection that is releasing in the next few days! Happy Monday friends!
A roof is more than a structure, it's an identity statement, protector and, to be honest, a hero of any building. However, finding the right roof for your structure may not be straightforward. Different types of roofs cater to different climates, architectural styles, budgets and personal preferences. Everything from energy efficiency to aesthetic appeal are options available to choose from.
The Classic Gable Roof
One of the most recognizable roof styles, gable roofs are easily recognized for their distinctive V shape with two sloping sides meeting at its top ridge. Their affordability and practicality makes them excellent for drainage and attic space. Gables thrive in cold and rainy climates, however, in areas prone to high winds or hurricanes their triangular design can catch gusts like sails. Perfect for families looking for timeless aesthetics combined with practicality. Just make sure that reinforcements are put in place before the storms arrive.
Chic and Sloped: The Hip Roof
A hip roof offers unparalleled stability with slopes on all four sides meeting at its central ridge for superior wind resistance and aesthetic. Perfect for areas that experience unpredictable weather conditions, its sloped design also creates windbreaks along its edges to protect it from rainstorms. Plus, its elegant lines can create an exquisite aesthetic, making it the ideal solution for homeowners prioritizing the “pretty” element. However, hip roofs may cost more than their counterparts due to their complex design requiring additional materials. But for those willing to invest in durability and style it's well worth their investment. Bonus points if you pair it with dormer windows for extra charm.
Flat Roofs Aren't Just for Offices
Don't let their name mislead you, flat roofs aren't completely flat. Rather, they feature slight slopes to ensure water drainage while remaining more minimalistic than their gabled or hipped cousins. Flat roofs are commonly seen in modern and industrial designs and make an excellent space-saving feature in urban environments where space is at a premium. Their accessible surface allows rooftop gardens, solar panels, or even cozy lounge spaces. Unfortunately, flat roofs require regular maintenance, otherwise poor drainage may pool water on top and cause leakage issues. But if you are drawn to its sleek contemporary aesthetic, flat roofs could become an eye-catching feature of any building project.
Shed Roofs for Minimalistic Appeal
Sleek, chic and undeniably modern, shed roofs (essentially single sloping plane) have quickly become one of the signature elements of contemporary architecture. Boasting clean lines that exude minimalist appeal, shed roofs add distinctive and stylish edges to homes while being budget-friendly in wet climates thanks to their slope which naturally aids water evacuation. They make great extensions, tiny homes or any home that loves modern minimalism. However their sharp angle may limit ceiling height on one side. But still, their bold, uncluttered aesthetic still scores major style points.
Gambrel Roofs for Rustic Charm
When visiting a barn (or, for that matter, any classic country home) you are sure to notice its charming gambrel roof. Made up of two slopes on either side and an upper portion with shallower pitch than below, its rustic appeal is unmistakable. Offering significant space for an attic or storage, its historic charm makes this style appealing when building country homes or colonial-style structures alike. But those in snowier regions should use caution as it does not hold up well under heavy weather stress as other types. While milder climates will experience its charm and functionality for years.
Green Roofs for the Eco-Conscious
Green roofs are more than merely decorative roofs, they are an intentional eco-friendly design choice that serves to reduce energy costs. Covered in vegetation and soil, green roofs function as insulation layers and promote biodiversity, making them particularly suitable in urban settings where green spaces may be limited. Green roofs do require initial investment as well as maintenance expenses to keep plants alive. But if saving the planet (and cutting energy bills) is your goal then this type of roof makes a huge statement (literally).
Metal Roofs for Durability
Metal roofs have made a stylish comeback over recent years. Once limited to industrial structures, modern metal roofs now adorn homes with sleek finishes and impressive durability. Their reflective properties reflect sunlight efficiently to reduce cooling costs in hot climates while their longevity can last decades with minimal maintenance requirements. Though louder when rain falls upon them initially and more costly initially than their counterparts initially, their longevity and energy efficiency more than offset this initial upfront investment cost. Whether opting for steel, aluminum, or copper metal roofing will add contemporary design features while remaining resilient over time.
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Conclusion
A roof that complements your home's style, adapts to climate conditions, and meets functional needs is more than merely shelter, it becomes part of its character. While it may be tempting to simply choose the first appealing design you see, taking time to evaluate factors like durability, cost, and aesthetics will ensure your roof becomes the centerpiece of your home. From sleek lines of a shed roof or timeless charm of a gable, there's surely one out there waiting just right for you.
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If you are just starting to read these posts and are wondering why I am doing something as a "first" for each day of the year, you can read more of the story and background HERE.
The first thing that I wanted to do was start the year by memorizing a verse that would be my verse for the year. As I prayed about it I kept coming back to Psalm 65:11 and this was the verse that I chose. It states...
"You crown the year with your goodness and your paths drip with abundance."
There are several deeply personal prayer requests that I (and I am sure you do too) have tucked in my heart for this coming year and the gentle reminder that the year will be crowned with His goodness and that the paths will drip with abundance struck me deeply.
To memorize it I wrote it out several times and have it placed in a few special places that I will see on a constant basis. I don't know about you, but reminding myself and my heart constantly of the truth from God's word is something that I need all of the time.
"Everyday you preach to yourself a gospel of your loneliness, inability, and lack of resources or you faithfully preach to yourself the gospel of the Lord Jesus Christ."
//Paul David Tripp//
This year I am looking forward to memorizing more scripture and starting off with this first was the perfect start to this adventure.
Tips for Creating Your Own First Related to This:
*Consider picking a verse to memorize for the year
*Consider memorizing additional scripture verses or a chapter as the year continues
*Write the verse out and place it in a place that you will see it often so it is easy to memorize
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The piano is a stunning instrument. Not only does it look great in the home, but it can play
practically any tune. Have a favorite guitar rift? The piano can copy it. The ability to play two
tunes at once means that you can recreate your favorite songs all the way to famous
masterpieces, even if they weren’t originally written as piano songs to begin with.
In short, if there’s any single instrument to learn, the piano is it. It’s versatile and sounds
beautiful, capable of jaunty tunes all the way to moving ballads. It’s also relatively easy to
start learning, so long as you follow this guide:
Essentials You’ll Need to Get Started
Getting the Equipment
To play the piano, you’ll need a piano. Mastering the skill means that you’ll need to invest in
either an acoustic piano or, more likely considering the space of modern homes, a digital
piano or keyboard. There are many great entry-level keyboards out there right now. You can
get one with weighted keys to mimic the experience of playing a real piano or a full digital
keyboard.
Accessories
If you have a digital keyboard, then you’ll automatically have a metronome built-in.
Otherwise, you’ll want to invest in one for yourself. You’ll also want a comfortable chair that’s
been elevated to the right height so that you can adopt the correct piano-playing posture.
Your wrists should be level, for example.
Picking Your Songs
Piano songs can be incredibly complex, but don’t worry. They can also be stripped back into
very easy notes, meaning you can play beginner versions of your favorite songs practically
from the start.
Just have a look at the easy piano songs available. You’ll quickly see you can play top radio
hits all the way to beginner classical music, depending on your taste and preferences.
Learning to Play the Piano
Reading Notes
It’s a good idea to generally get familiar with reading music. It’ll eventually become
instinctive after a while, but to get to that stage, you’ll need to make sure you know what
every symbol means.
Starting Position
The first technique you’ll need to learn is the starting position. This is typically around the
middle C, with your fingers spread across each key evenly.
Essential Exercises
One of the most challenging parts of learning the piano is to build up each hand’s
independence and dexterity. A great way to do this is by practicing Hanon, Trill, scales, and
other finger exercises for a brief period before you start your lesson or practice session.
Start Slow
You can and will naturally start to speed up as you become more practiced. The goal right
now is to get the notes right and to start associating the symbols on the music sheet to the
notes on your keyboard.
Practice
Finally, plan to practice between 15 and 20 minutes every day. This can be done all at once
or broken up into sessions depending on how busy your schedule is.
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Doing something new every single day for a year? Yes, you have read that title of this post correctly.
For this year of 2025 I have purposed to do something new every single day... a "first" if you want to term it for the year.
You may be asking why would I want to do that, and today I wanted to share a bit more about why I am doing this...
Several months ago I was wandering through a used bookstore when I came across a book entitled "I Dare Me". I admit that when I first read the cover title I didn't think much about it. I looked at it, skimmed the cover and admittedly put it back on the shelf. As I kept browsing throughout the bookstore I kept thinking back to that book and eventually wandered back to it. I looked at it again and picked it up and started reading it. The owner of the bookstore laughed and remarked that they too had looked at it more than once. I was intrigued but didn't really feel that I connected deeply with it, but thought it could be an interesting read. It went into my pile and I added it to my reading list. As the months have gone on and I have read the book I realized I resonated deeply with a couple of points that the author made and there were a couple of things that just made sense to me.
1. Her experiences and background (although different) resonated with my own health journey and experiences. She expressed things that I had often thought deeply but never talked about except with those in my immediate circle.
"I had survived having my entire large intestine removed when I was thirty-three. I had survived breast cancer at thirty-five. I survived kidney cancer at age forty-five. I should have been dancing every day like Gene Kelly in Singing in the Rain just to be breathing, right? But, I wasn't. Perhaps it was because I had survived all of that I was even more distressed...I didn't have time to move to Italy to find myself or meditate on my navel in Bali..."
This paragraph (condensed) hit me so deeply... for the first time someone had expressed those intense emotions of feeling so grateful for a second chance at life and yet feeling distressed because I don't always feel like Gene Kelly everyday or don't feel like I am doing something "to change the world" each day. I expressed some of this in my post last January (click HERE) all about "after the long illness" but there was a lot behind the scenes that this year I took time to work through and pray through and so reading this just hit me deeply.
2. Stepping into the pain of My Story
In her book Lu Ann spoke of her experience with connecting to her health story/journey. I resonated deeply with her story about connecting back to her health journey. She said...
"As of this writing, I'm a twenty-one year survivor. I tell women who have just been diagnosed with breast cancer, the first year is war. You go to battle for your life. There's surgery, chemo, hair loss, pain, scars. You see fellow survivors who don't make it. You lie awake at night scared.... If you get past the first year, you still think about it every day. Is it back?...You don't trust your body not to turn on you again. You pray your mammograms and X-rays are clean. You hold onto your family....If you're lucky, like me, time goes by. And one day, you actually forget to think about breast cancer. You almost feel guilty about it. You go back to life and work without breast cancer on your mind. Therapists says it's healthy to move on and so you do...I've told my story of being diagnosed with breast cancer many times over the years...but as time went on it sometimes felt like I was talking about someone else. I didn't want to emotionally connect to my thirty-five year-old self. It hurt too much..." //page 74
The pages surrounding Lu Ann's experience was something that brought me to tears. It was eye-opening and it was deeply healing. I realized that it was me. I have shared my story with people around the world, through the blog, and through my books... and somewhere it became almost clinical. Just like her I felt like I had told the story of a young woman (a girl in many ways) who at one point had only been given a few months to live and now was healed and I felt like I was talking about someone else.
A few years ago some of you remember that I went back to teaching (a dream fulfilled) after nearly a decade away. One day a fellow teacher walked in and sat down and with no pretense said to me, "so tell me your story". I was confused and asked what she was talking about and she proceeded to tell me that the principal and students had been saying "how incredible" my story was and she wanted to hear it. I hesitated, she insisted, and I proceeded to tell her a 10 minute version of the story (because it was obvious she was bored)... at the end she literally looked at me, stood up, and said "hmmm....I was expecting something really remarkable ... what's so inspiring about your story?" and walked out.
I remember sitting there stunned... and then realized that down deep there was a part of me that felt exactly what she said. What was so special and remarkable about my story? What was so inspiring about it? Some of my friends have hated the response she had... but to me she expressed something I encountered as I returned to "real life". Most people never were going to understand or take the time to really hear the war that had been fought for my health. Some maybe were afraid it could happen to them, some maybe just didn't care, or some (like a boss I had) told me that my experiences wouldn't contribute to the skills for the job...
I had to heal and it took me a while to work through time lost, dreams delayed, and hurt that was incredibly deep... and that took time... a lot of time.
So after I read the book in its entirety and realized also that there was a sense of replanting and growing after nearly a decade of fighting for my life and then the ensuing years of losing my precious daddy and grandmother and a hundred other big life changes along the way... and so a year of doing something new every single day was born.
A couple of guidelines that I wanted to share...
1. While I do plan to share a lot of the items throughout the year, there are a few that I have planned that are private which I know you will understand and respect. I may in the future share about them... or maybe they will stay in a secret place in my heart.
2. A first could be something that I hadn't done in the last ten years (after nearly a decade away from "real life"... let me tell you this makes sense).
3. Every single day I will be doing a first... and welcome suggestions y'all! If you have anything please feel free to send it to me!
4. Not every "first" is "life-shattering" but each one is something that I am looking forward to learning from and experiencing and sharing!
Friend, I am not sure where you are as you have approached this new year, but I hope that this year of me doing something new every day will inspire you in your own story. Here is to replanting, building, and rejoicing...
L'Chaim friends...here is to life.
"The people who survived the wars have found favor in the desert. The LORD appeared to me in a faraway place and said, “I love you with an everlasting love. So I will continue to show you my kindness. Once again I will build you up, and you will be rebuilt, my dear people Israel. Once again you will take your tambourines, and you will go dancing with happy people. Once again you will plant..."
//Jeremiah 31:2-5//
happy new year friends! I know that for many (like myself) 2024 seemed like a unique year that was extremely brutal and difficult in some ways with some very dark valleys and in other ways held miracles in abundance that have left me speechless with gratitude... A few dear things have been shared in this space, but the personal and private moments behind the scenes abound with tender treasures learned only in this unique year and in many ways I purposefully took time away from consistent social media, withdrew in a lot of ways and spent these last months marveling in my deep need for God's grace to meet me every single day and every moment.
I read a quote last year and it said, "Please never forget how brave it is to continue to show up in a story that looks so different than what you thought it'd be".
Maybe you limped towards the new year with deeply personal prayer requests and longings still awaiting the provisions that only the Lord can answer and provide. Maybe you are in a season of joyful answered prayers and maybe you are in the time between. Both seasons are worth celebrating, holding onto expectant hope in, and thanking the Lord for and both, I am convinced in different ways, are tender.
A few verses that are treasures to me as we start this new year... I hope they encourage you in whatever tender season you are in...
By awesome deeds you answer us with righteousness, O God of our salvation, the hope of all the ends of the earth and the farthest seasons, the one who by his strength established the mountains... who stills the roaring seas, the roaring of their waves, the tumult of the peoples, so that those who dwell at the ends of the earth are in awe of your signs. You make the going out of the morning and evening to shout for joy....you crown the year with your goodness and your paths drip with Abundance // Psalm 65
He grants peace to your borders and satisfies you with the finest of wheat // Psalm 147
The lowly will possess the land and live in abundant prosperity // Psalm 37
I am excited to share with y'all some very exciting things in the upcoming year, but as I look back on a most tender year, I am most grateful for the promise that mercy meets us each and every morning, not just when the calendar date changes on a new year. Mercy and hope and grace to embark into new seasons and new years with expectant hope.
One of the most beautiful gifts is the beautiful friendships and community here that God has placed in my life. Thank you for your love, for your support, and most of all, thank you for faithfully and consistently praying for myself and my cherished ones - so many of you consistently reach out and ask privately for how you can pray for me and I am always humbled. I look forward to growing in grace with you this upcoming year.
Happy New Years friends.
May our God bless you abundantly as we embark on a new season and say hello to 2025.
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