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Book Review: “Undaunted Hope” by Jody Hedlund

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Another beautiful story by Jody Hedlund. In “Undaunted Hope,” Hedlund paints a realistic and compelling picture of life in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan in the mid 1800’s. Tessa Taylor’s vibrant character leads us on a journey of struggle and … Continue reading

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The Painter’s Daughter

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Julie Klassen has definitely made it to my top favorite authors list over the past couple of years. Her newest book, “The Painter’s Daughter,” is another instantly likable must-read for anyone who loves inspirational fiction and a good love story. … Continue reading

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Now Comes the New Year

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Can I be totally honest and say I find the new year more stressful than refreshing? I do see it – that beauty in the newness and the starting over and the anticipation of what the year might bring. But … Continue reading

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The Ice Dream

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There are some dreams that last forever in my mind. Dreams that have stayed over the years, originating in my little girl innocence and popping back up at the most random times. Sometimes my dreams are just weird or silly … Continue reading

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Home

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You are my hiding place My protector The One who defends me And sets me at ease When life overwhelms And guilt pursues And responsibility hounds And the nagging pricks of the enemy’s arrows Leave trail marks down my soul … Continue reading

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