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Last month I had the pleasure of joining Tamara K. Anderson on her uplifting podcast, Stories of Hope in Hard Times. I’ve known Tamara for
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This week we will gather to feast on food and reflect on our greatest blessings. Thanksgiving stories are a natural part of this day. Spontaneously
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I am a fan of holidays. Some I love more than others but ranking near the top is, of course, Thanksgiving. Thanksgiving traditions are what
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Sharing Stories about Hard Things can Change Lives
There is great power in sharing stories. Let’s take it a step further and say sharing stories, especially those about hard or sensitive subjects, can