The most common question I receive from women as I speak at engagements is, “What can I do or say for my friend/loved one that is hurting and going through grief/loss/divorce? For this reason I wrote the article in resources called “Just Be There”, and designed the new HOPE cards. They each feature one of the new butterfly paintings of the series I am growing this summer, and an encouraging scripture. I left the inside blank to write a brief note, like, “We are lifting you up in prayer” which in many cases, may be all you can say. it really is not important the exact words, but that you made a heartfelt effort to reach out.

5 years ago, We were so inundated with acts of kindness. We could feel the love from our church, homeschool and family and it played an essential role in our healing. God used our friendships and extended family to speak to us when we really could no longer hear his voice on our own.

I have had good response from offering them at my speaking engagements, and have almost sold the first printing. But will be glad to print more.

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