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Dear Ministry Friends,
I hope you are enjoying spring, the flowers and new life that surround us.
You may notice that I’m not sending out a newsletter as often as I did last year. This is due to a need to cut back on expenses. I appreciate those of you who let me know how much you enjoy this newsletter, and rest assured that I will continue to offer it.
A special thanks to those who sent their condolences after my father passed away. Your encouragement was a blessing.
Under His Grace-
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“Have you joined Facebook yet?” my friend asked.
“No,” I firmly replied. “I don’t have time for that.”
A few weeks later a radio host and I were discussing an upcoming interview. He inquired, “We like to offer our listeners a way to follow up with our shows. Do you have a Facebook page?” I could hear his disappointment, laced with disapproval, when I sheepishly replied in the negative. I began to wonder—am I missing something?
After a number of people that I trust shared with me the tremendous benefits of social networking I took a peek at Facebook. As I gingerly clicked my way around, I felt a bit like Christopher Columbus as he crossed into the New World... [read more]
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On Mother’s Day my husband’s 2 children don’t make any effort to acknowledge the hard work and effort I put into taking care of them as a stepmom. I am very hurt and disappointed and I don’t know what to do. |
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If there is one day of the year that can trigger either elation or sadness for a stepmom, it’s Mother’s Day. One of the reasons Mother’s Day can evoke so much emotion is because many stepmoms feel as though they have all of the pain, frustrations, financial strain, and difficulty of being a parent, but none of the rewards or joy. Stepmoms often feel “outside the family circle,” and this holiday may be a reminder that she’s an outcast. As one stepmom put it, “I have all the grief of parenting, but none of the pleasures associated with being a mom...”
Read the rest of this article at laurapetherbridge.com >> |
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Looking for a speaker for your women’s event or retreat? Laura’s newest topic, "You Smell Good," offers laughter mixed with a splashes of spiritual growth. A perfect mix for your group. Contact Laura for details.
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Did you know?
- The word perfume comes from the Latin "to smoke"
- Egyptian civilization is said to be the first civilization with documented proof of the use of perfume.
- Citrus scents such as lemon, lime and orange are known to help energize
- Lavender and sandlewood fragrences help us to relax
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Memorable Quotes:
"Life offers many choices. Eternity offers only two."
— Author Unknown
"Faith is believing in advance what can only be understood in reverse."
— Chuck Swindoll |
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Give-Away Contest:
Last month's winner was Dawn Oliver from Vero Beach, FL. Congratulations, Dawn!
This month's resource give-away contest winner will receive Lord, I Just Want to be Happy by Leslie Vernick. For more information, visit www.leslievernick.com.
Be the 8th person to contact me. To enter this month's Resource Give-Away Contest, enter simply by contacting me.
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