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When a surprise singing telegram showed up at my office on Valentine’s Day, I was reminded of my husband’s love and God’s perfect provision – and the ways they both ‘dress me’ for life’s surprises. Continue reading A Valentine’s Day Lesson in Love and Divine Provision
My newest fun fact reminds me how well God knows me and loves me–and how creative and powerful he is to make all things work together. In the midst of hard times, I find comfort in what he’s done before. Continue reading The Godwink That Reminds Me God’s Got This—and He Gets Me
A surprise encounter with Mike Sorgius, a familiar face from my past, brought back memories of faith, friendship, and life-changing experiences at UF. Continue reading Full Circle: A Surprise Encounter with a Familiar Face from My Past
The narrator expresses deep sadness over her workout partner Connie’s absence at the gym. Their long-standing friendship, forged through shared fitness experiences, highlights the emotional void left by her departure. Continue reading The Impact of Friendship on My Workout Routine
The author reflects on a poignant moment with her late husband, Bill Olson, who urged her to remarry if he died. Despite the pain of his illness and eventual passing, those words eventually empowered her to find love again. She cherishes their shared memories and honors his influence in her life. Continue reading Nine Words That Changed My Life Forever
The story of the ultimate matchmaking feat of all time — two ‘happily ever afters’ joined in one weekend. And all because of a missing leg. It only cost Adam a rib to get his mate. Continue reading This Is How a Lost Leg Led to Finding True Love
The YouTube videos made it look like an easy DIY project. I managed to make framing our bathroom mirrors difficult. A reflection of me? Continue reading The One Thing I Needed to Guarantee My DIY Project Succeeded
It’s Valentine’s Day and I’m writing about a Christmas long ago. Why? Because it’s all about the love. Continue reading We Love Him Because He Loved Us First–and Most
Jefferson Starship had it right, “Sara, Sara, no time is a good time for goodbyes…” But Tori, our cat, made the time as ‘good’ as she could. Continue reading Her Death Was a Good One, But We Weren’t Ready to Say Goodbye
Maybe you and your spouse shared the same faith when you married, but your pursuit of God now looks completely different. Here’s what to do. Continue reading If Your Spouse Doesn’t Share Your Faith, What Do You Do?
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
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?
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 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
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?
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
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
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
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