Welcome to my blog. I am an encouraged woman who wants to lift others, encourage others, and share stories of overcoming with others. You will read real-life stories of (mostly) women who have found themselves in situations they never dreamed: some good, some bad, but all with a lesson. You will read stories that are painful, joyful, encouraging, uplifting, and inspiring. There is a section of interviews, encouragement, tips and tricks, “along the way”, and a part-fiction area. The part-fiction is comprised of real-life situations that have been altered either by person, place, or thing. I may have made a male into a female, a grandmother into a sister, the North into the South, or even a person into a cat. I’ve melded several stories into one to create a heartwarming life lesson that, I hope, inspires my reader.

We are sojourners in this life. One of my dear friends turned me on to this term. A sojourner, by one definition, is “a temporary resident”, a type of occupant. Isn’t this what we all are here, a temporary occupant of Earth? While we are here, it makes sense to lift each other up, learn from one another, and find a way to lighten each other’s loads and celebrate our victories.

A recipe uses ingredients with many flavors. If you used only one spice, or several spices that all tasted the same, your food would be boring! So, add your spice. Comment on these posts and make them your space to ask questions and get to know each other. If you have advice on a topic, feel free to add it. If you disagree; say so. Most of all, I hope you enjoy this time to reflect on life.