Have you noticed that we’ve lost the art of the handwritten note? I love technology and how easily I can reach friends and encourage them through a quick text. But there’s something extra meaningful about receiving a paper-and-pen note. I’ve also noticed that the price of greeting cards at the store keeps climbing higher and higher. Not to mention the…
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Healthy Meal Delivery Ideas for a Friend
Nothing encourages someone going through hard times like a home-cooked meal. If you’re planning to deliver a meal, it can be difficult to find something healthy and delicious that will taste good by the time the person receives it. Today I’m sharing a list of 6 complete meal ideas that tick all the boxes. Healthy, delicious, not too complicated, and…
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Tips to Set Up a Meal Delivery Schedule for a Friend
One of the most practical ways to help someone going through a health crisis or other life challenge is to deliver meals, but sometimes logistics can be overwhelming to navigate. As I’ve received lots of meals from others during my health challenges–and delivered lots of meals in return–I’ve discovered some tips that make the process go much more smoothly for…
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How to Communicate Your Needs When You Don’t Feel Well
Health challenges can make it hard to feel like ourselves. You may be dealing with physical pain while also battling frayed emotions, a weary spirit, helplessness, impatience, and more. It’s especially hard when your condition impacts someone else. Whether you need focused care or you’re watching someone you love cope with your situation, it can be tricky to communicate what…
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Two Encouragements for When You Brave Sickness
I’m so honored to host my friend and fellow author Ashleigh Slater today. Her book, Braving Sorrow Together, released last week, and I love her unique lens on heartache and pain and how we can support each other through it. The Bible application she’s sharing today is actually the first Scripture you’ll find in my book, Prayers for Hope and…
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16 Gift Ideas for Someone in the Hospital
Prayers for Hope and Healing is officially spreading its wings to fly this week! As I’ve talked with people about the experiences that shaped this book, I’m reminded that my life journey has been vastly unique. Many hours have been spent in the hospital, from the time I was four years old watching my sister battle cancer, to the year-and-a-half spent…
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