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Day 20 – A Living Purpose
From Doing to Being. In a world that values being busy, it is easy to feel that if we are not “productive,” we are not…
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Day 19 – Shelter in the Storm
Beyond the Umbrella> When the rain starts to fall, and the winds of life blow, we often look for a quick fix—an “umbrella” to keep…
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The Grief of Watching Dementia Steal Someone You Love
“Losing someone while they are still breathing is one of the most quietly devastating experiences a person can face. If you are watching dementia steal…
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Day 17 – Surrendering and Finding Strength
The Power of Letting Go. We often think of strength as “holding on,” but as we walk further into our later years, we discover that…
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Day 16 — Stand Tall
A Different Kind of Strength. As our bodies age, we might notice our physical posture changing. We might move more slowly or feel less “sturdy”…
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Marriage After 63 Years: What Love Really Looks Like
Marriage After 63 Years Marriage After 63 Years: What Love Really Looks Like Honoring the Legacy | Sustaining the Heart | Inspiring the Future A…
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Day 15 — Carried by Grace
From First Breath to Last. As the years pass, we often feel more fragile. Our bodies change, and we might wonder if we are becoming…
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Day 14 — Don’t Hold Back
Letting Go of the Grip. As we grow older, we often learn to be “careful.” We protect ourselves from disappointment by keeping our hopes small…
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Grace for the Weary Caregiver
Caregiver burnout does not mean you are weak—it means you have been strong for too long without enough rest. If you are caring for aging…
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Day 13 — The Friend Who Stays
As the years pass, the circle of people who truly know our history can grow smaller. We miss the friends who shared our youth and…
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Reflecting on Challenging Times When Faith Was Tried
Faith is not just an idea we talk about; it is something we live through. For those of us who have lived many decades, we…
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