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Can you relate? I've named my first book. It's not what you think. A little #humor with your #spiritual truth, anyone? #newblogpost tells the story. Link in bio.
Need some #inspiration? How about an 85-year-old man as fit and faithful as he was at 40? Willing to take possession of a gift even if he had to do so by force. He inspires me to do the same.
I'm seeking a few dedicated readers. Could you give my #newblogpost some love? Or throw me a ❤ here.
My #newblogpost will capture your heart if you #love #cats or their owners. (Me, for instance.) Or if you like to make fun of #petowners. Or you just like a good #story told well (she said, humbly).
What if you come to the realization that Jesus is the Son of God who died to take away your sins just moments before you die? What then? Doesn't the Bible says that "faith without works is dead"? That's what a friend asked me after reading a post about my brother who came to faith at the end of his life. Here's my reasoning condensed in slides. The full story is in my blog, link in my bio. #allthingsworktogether #allthingsworktogetherforgood #Jesussaves #Jesus #salvation #faith #newblogpost #Christian #flourishwriters #flourishwritersacademy
In His #parables, #Jesus wasn’t just a shepherd searching for lost sheep. He also was a host filling seats at his table. Why? He’d made a feast and didn’t want it to go to waste. Is what you’re sharing worthy of consumption? Then seek to fill your table! I'm willing to write for the one -- and that one and another one over there. But I can't subscribe to the "if I write it, they will come" mentality. If God puts a message on my heart, then I've got to shout it from the rooftops. Or Instagram. Get the full story in my latest blog post in my bio. #writinglife #marketing #goodnews #newblogpost #allthingsworktogether #allthingsworktogetherforgood #christian #writer #flourishwriters #flourishwritersacademy #faith

Latest Posts

  • If You’re Wondering How God Could Use You, Maybe This Will Help May 19, 2022
  • Experience or Witness Trauma? PTSD Could Happen to You, Too May 10, 2022
  • The Most Important Fabric of My Gym Life Is Made of Yarn April 26, 2022
  • Who Knew Their Hunt for Eggs Could Have Eternal Significance? April 22, 2022
  • Out of All the Memories I Could Keep, This Was the One April 12, 2022

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  • If You're Wondering How God Could Use You, Maybe This Will Help
    If You're Wondering How God Could Use You, Maybe This Will Help
  • The final shade of death: She doesn't have Alzheimer's anymore!
    The final shade of death: She doesn't have Alzheimer's anymore!
  • About me
    About me
  • Not so "over it"...
    Not so "over it"...
  • Out of All the Memories I Could Keep, This Was the One
    Out of All the Memories I Could Keep, This Was the One
  • Is Your Cell Phone Number Being Used in a Scam?
    Is Your Cell Phone Number Being Used in a Scam?
  • Big toeing the line... or not
    Big toeing the line... or not
  • Experience or Witness Trauma? PTSD Could Happen to You, Too
    Experience or Witness Trauma? PTSD Could Happen to You, Too
  • The problem with one-sided conversations...
    The problem with one-sided conversations...
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    Snarky and hush...

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Glimpses of Sara

My friend Robena and I took a selfie prior to embarking on the Dash for Diabetes 5K Saturday morning.
My friend Robena and I took a selfie prior to embarking on the Dash for Diabetes 5K Saturday morning.
12 photos in glasses
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My mom and I when we visited the butterfly museum last summer.
My mom and I when we visited the butterfly museum last summer.
Stainless steel frames with progressive, no-line bifocal lenses that are photochromatic and have a premium oleophobic anti-reflective coating for a mere $136.26 shipped to my mailbox in two weeks or less. Zenni, you should hire me to advertise for you.)
Stainless steel frames with progressive, no-line bifocal lenses that are photochromatic and have a premium oleophobic anti-reflective coating for a mere $136.26 shipped to my mailbox in two weeks or less. Zenni, you should hire me to advertise for you.)
Loving being with my husband
Loving being with my husband
Me and my poison ivy--not thrilled with each other even a week after it appeared.
Me and my poison ivy–not thrilled with each other even a week after it appeared.
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My dad walked me down the aisle and gave me away, despite my bird's nest hairdo.
My dad walked me down the aisle and gave me away, despite my bird’s nest hairdo.
Daughter-in-love and mother-in-love. :)
Daughter-in-love and mother-in-love. :)
(When you're not great at shooting selfies while driving, transform them into sketches.... ) While I did ask my son how I looked before I left for my first day on the job, I didn't think about shooting a photo -- until I reached my first STOP sign. I look more happy than anxious. :)
(When you’re not great at shooting selfies while driving, transform them into sketches…. ) While I did ask my son how I looked before I left for my first day on the job, I didn’t think about shooting a photo — until I reached my first STOP sign. I look more happy than anxious. :)
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Proud mama and her baby boy
Proud mama and her baby boy
Temporarily pouting, but permanently enlightened!
Temporarily pouting, but permanently enlightened!
My son after his final performance in "Beauty and the Beast." He played both a beast and a prince perfectly... just like in real life. :)
My son after his final performance in “Beauty and the Beast.” He played both a beast and a prince perfectly… just like in real life. :)
My mom with my son Adam and me on Mother's Day 2012.
My mom with my son Adam and me on Mother’s Day 2012.
Me, this morning, with the trusty float destined to save me from all the denizens of the deep -- and the shallows.
Me, this morning, with the trusty float destined to save me from all the denizens of the deep — and the shallows.
Actually, I was holding the pitchfork, and I wasn't smiling...
Actually, I was holding the pitchfork, and I wasn’t smiling…
Adam and I a mere six years ago...
Adam and I a mere six years ago…
A selfie of my mother and I on my last visit.
A selfie of my mother and I on my last visit.
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Stars upon thar driver licenses...
Stars upon thar driver licenses…
So it poured rain the day of commencement, which meant it was a bad hair day. But it was a great day with my new, old friends anyway!
So it poured rain the day of commencement, which meant it was a bad hair day. But it was a great day with my new, old friends anyway!
Spontaneous selifes by way of illustration: The two on the left were done with modern technology, me looking at what would be the mirror image WYWIWYG. The right one, quasi modern, digital smartphone camera but holding it as I would a traditional camera.
Spontaneous selifes by way of illustration: The two on the left were done with modern technology, me looking at what would be the mirror image WYWIWYG. The right one, quasi modern, digital smartphone camera but holding it as I would a traditional camera.
The fun before the storm... Little Orange Riding Hood and her sister Trish with unruly, not overly photogenic or cooperative football fans in the background. Did these people not feel the raindrops splashing around us? This was the weekend before the Nightmare with Coughin' began...
The fun before the storm… Little Orange Riding Hood and her sister Trish with unruly, not overly photogenic or cooperative football fans in the background. Did these people not feel the raindrops splashing around us? This was the weekend before the Nightmare with Coughin’ began…
That would be me.... and, yes, I am smiling behind the mask.
That would be me…. and, yes, I am smiling behind the mask.
analogy, Christianity, life lessons

If You’re Wondering How God Could Use You, Maybe This Will Help

God can use simple — and beautiful — experiences to impart inspiration and life lessons. Today, I had that privilege. I hope it touches you, too. Continue reading If You’re Wondering How God Could Use You, Maybe This Will Help

Experience or Witness Trauma? PTSD Could Happen to You, Too
Christianity, it happened to me, life, memories, self

Experience or Witness Trauma? PTSD Could Happen to You, Too

My PTSD after Bill’s death made me fear what Satan would drop into my life to strangle me, to make me pay for my complete surrender to God. Continue reading Experience or Witness Trauma? PTSD Could Happen to You, Too

The Most Important Fabric of My Gym Life Is Made of Yarn
friends, gym life, life, memories

The Most Important Fabric of My Gym Life Is Made of Yarn

If you struggle with faithfulness to your own health and fitness, I’d recommend you find your own Connie. Or join our happy team. We’ve got enough yarn. Continue reading The Most Important Fabric of My Gym Life Is Made of Yarn

Who Knew Their Hunt for Eggs Could Have Eternal Significance?
Christianity, Easter, inspiration, life, life stories

Who Knew Their Hunt for Eggs Could Have Eternal Significance?

It was an”eggsiting” day at the Dagens house on Easter, time for the annual egg hunt. We were determined that this egg hunt would be joyful and equal — and tear-free. But would we get to that result? And what means would we use to get there? That is the story! Continue reading Who Knew Their Hunt for Eggs Could Have Eternal Significance?

Out of All the Memories I Could Keep, This Was the One
life stories, memories, relationships, writing

Out of All the Memories I Could Keep, This Was the One

People who knew my mother tell me I remind them of my mother — in my looks, my mannerisms, and in the way I speak. This mark was one more way I was like her. Continue reading Out of All the Memories I Could Keep, This Was the One

I’ll Hide My Face and Let You Guess My Best Hairstyle
COVID-19, it happened to me, life, relationships, self

I’ll Hide My Face and Let You Guess My Best Hairstyle

I was asking my stylist to draw the correct conclusion about a flattering style and shape for my hair without seeing the full picture. Without seeing my face. She did her best. Continue reading I’ll Hide My Face and Let You Guess My Best Hairstyle

Even a Purple Pinky Toe Can Teach You a Life Lesson
aches and pains, Christianity, it happened to me, self

Even a Purple Pinky Toe Can Teach You a Life Lesson

My purple toe reminds me that we need all our body parts healthy and whole and working — and we need to follow God’s instructions first and foremost. Continue reading Even a Purple Pinky Toe Can Teach You a Life Lesson

A Book Review: I Love You, Mom
book review, Christianity, Mother's Day

A Book Review: I Love You, Mom

I love you, Mom, written by Blythe Daniel and Helen McIntosh and published by Tyndale House, is intended to be a gift from you to your mom. Continue reading A Book Review: I Love You, Mom

May I Put My Positive Spin on Christian Privilege?
Christianity, family, life, memories

May I Put My Positive Spin on Christian Privilege?

I want to discuss a privilege I don’t consider political — because it is available to everyone who wants it. I want to help you want it so you can experience it too. Continue reading May I Put My Positive Spin on Christian Privilege?

Ping Pong and Purpose Softened My Heart for Jesus
Christianity, life stories, memories, relationships

Ping Pong and Purpose Softened My Heart for Jesus

A single event, one night when I was a lonely teenager, changed the trajectory of my life. You are welcome, he said, just as you are. And I accepted the invitation. Continue reading Ping Pong and Purpose Softened My Heart for Jesus

You Might Have Had Me at Hello, Except You Never Said It
life, life stories, relationships, work life

You Might Have Had Me at Hello, Except You Never Said It

If you knew saying “hello” to a stranger would make the world a kinder, friendlier place for someone else, would you initiate the effort? Continue reading You Might Have Had Me at Hello, Except You Never Said It

My Cat Understands the Power and Blessing of Her Master’s Hand
Christianity, life lessons, pets

My Cat Understands the Power and Blessing of Her Master’s Hand

Tori the Cat can seem quite selfish in her persistence to get attention, but this intense focus she has reminds me that I, too, should seek the hand of my Master. Continue reading My Cat Understands the Power and Blessing of Her Master’s Hand

What More Could You Want Than Text and Audio From Your Favorite Blogger?
blogging, Christianity, humor, life stories

What More Could You Want Than Text and Audio From Your Favorite Blogger?

Would I like to create a podcast of my published blog posts? Is that even a thing? Yup. The real question is this: Will anyone listen? Continue reading What More Could You Want Than Text and Audio From Your Favorite Blogger?

Correction = Love in God’s Math, but It’s Harder Than Algebra
Christianity, life lessons, Love, personal growth

Correction = Love in God’s Math, but It’s Harder Than Algebra

I don’t handle criticism well. I aim to be perfect to avoid criticism. I aim, not attain it. Which God knows. And (oh, my wounded pride) so does my husband. Continue reading Correction = Love in God’s Math, but It’s Harder Than Algebra

If Your Full Potential Brings Him Glory, What’s Holding You Back?
Christianity, devotional, personal growth, writing

If Your Full Potential Brings Him Glory, What’s Holding You Back?

Maybe writing words isn’t your thing. But however you’re living your life, you should consider that you’re continuing His story. We’re all writing something whether you know it or not. Continue reading If Your Full Potential Brings Him Glory, What’s Holding You Back?

I Never Wanted to Eat Again Until I Found One Perfect Thing
Christianity, devotional, life, personal growth

I Never Wanted to Eat Again Until I Found One Perfect Thing

Discomfort is quite the teacher, isn’t it? This day, my overindulgence drove me to hunger for bread — but only one kind — more than anything else. Continue reading I Never Wanted to Eat Again Until I Found One Perfect Thing

This Year’s Word Has the Power to Make Me Ask Difficult Questions
aging, Christianity, life, New Year's, personal growth

This Year’s Word Has the Power to Make Me Ask Difficult Questions

I have chosen “different” for my “Word of the Year.” As in, “How am I different because I choose to trust in God?” I ask questions; I seek Him for answers. Continue reading This Year’s Word Has the Power to Make Me Ask Difficult Questions

A Picture of Prayer When Your Life Depends on God
analogy, Christianity, life, relationships

A Picture of Prayer When Your Life Depends on God

I might have looked at the stream of texts and phone calls as interruptions in my day, but instead, I saw them as a model for my life. Continue reading A Picture of Prayer When Your Life Depends on God

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