BE - I too this photo at an outdoor book market in Paris. Through 2020, many have learned about being rather than doing as we've been in and out of quarantine, shutdowns, and lockdowns. Exploring and adventure doesn't always mean traveling somewhere, join me as I blog and explore!
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Yesterday, a friend of mine encouraged me to go for prayer walks… “take baby steps” so today was the second night I went on the streets of Telford praying, and focusing. It’s been a blessing. Really. No big expectations except to meet with God. Tonight it was fresh after a rain, memories of the last […]
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The past few weeks, I’ve been walking around town with my backpack on in order to prepare for the trip and the times I’ll be backpacking. I suppose that I’ve realized the best preparation for doing something longer term, is to do it in a safe environment, and practice up! So I’ve given up on […]
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Today, I undertook a huge step in fundraising that I’ve never attempted on my own before. And the truth is I still didn’t do this on my own. A support dinner. Honestly I was blown away. In the beginning I was overwhelmed with the work. And the help came just in time to have everything […]
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This is such an important lesson for me. As a human being I am often convinced that I have the strength and whit to do just about anything. I do believe that to a small degree. However, when it comes to doing the work, I’ve realize that the “Together Everyone Achieves More” phrase it completely […]
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It astounds me how much joy comes from simply starting something. I’m scared, absolutely. Yet, to see something come together from near and from far is encouraging. I was reading this book called “the circle maker” it’s about prayer. Throughout the book, the author shared one simple sentence: Pray like it depends on God, work […]
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Who would have thought that going on a 3 month journey would take more than 3 months work? Okay, sometimes I don’t have the most realistic view on life. 🙂 Seriously, I’m learning so much about planning and diligence, and once again the way life throws unexpected curves. Thankfully, I’ve got a great community of folks […]