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© 2020 Stephanie L. Jones, Giving Gal

Overcome with emotion, I scroll through remembranc

Overcome with emotion, I scroll through remembrances left for Private First Class, Daniel Dean Bruce, a Marine, who made the ultimate sacrifice in Vietnam on March 1, 1969. I first heard his story, this past week on the Charlie Adams radio show. PFC Bruce grew up just miles from my current home. According to Wikipedia, PFC Bruce, within less than a year of joining the Marines, on night watch at the Firebase Tomahawk in Vietnam, the enemy threw a grenade. He caught the grenade, secured it near his body, and took off running. The grenade exploded, killing him instantly, but saving the life of three Marines. The next day, after risking everything for his brothers, his wife gave birth to a baby girl. I don’t know about you, but it’s hard for me to comprehend making such a selfless decision, knowing there is a life ahead you’ll never experience and child you’ll never get to see or know. For his bravery, he received the Medal of Honor, the Purple Heart, the National Defense Service Medal, the Vietnam Service Medal with one bronze star, and the Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal. May we take this day to remember Marines, like PFC Bruce, and all the men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice. With gratitude,
Stephanie Greater love has no one than this: to lay down one’s life for one’s friends.
John 15:13

What I’m Reading…Whisper by Mark Batterson Th

What I’m Reading…Whisper by Mark Batterson The title, cover, and author drew me into buying this book months ago. I don’t know about you, but sometimes I have to put a book on shelf and comeback to read it when I feel it’s the right time. I finally pulled it off the shelf and am slowly making my way through the book. At times, I can only read a section. I need to soak in the words and often find myself journaling my thoughts of the effects his words had on me.
For me, this isn’t a book you pick up and read straight through in a couple of days. For the words sink it, you have to allow them the space to do so.
If you’ve struggled with hearing the voice of God, Whisper might be what you need to read.

I was excited to receive a call from StoryPoint Li

I was excited to receive a call from StoryPoint Living, who wanted to use The Gratitude Challenge as part of an outreach initiative.
They are connecting with members of their communities who are living alone and struggling during these times.
They requested the books be signed and include a simple message such as, “You are loved.” and “You matter.” Grateful for the opportunity to impact others through my writing.
Thanks StoryPoint Living!

Years ago I read a book that discussed how childre

Years ago I read a book that discussed how children will rise and fall to the expectations we set for them. But today, when I stumbled across this quote, it reminded me that it’s not just children who we need to set high expectations for, but also adults that cross our path. I don’t know about you, but I’m where I am today because many people saw a quality in me that I couldn’t see in myself. They saw the potential. On days when my confidence wavered, they gave me a nudge and saw me as what I could be. Over the years, as a coach, I’ve found myself telling clients, “I’ll be your confidence until you get some.” Why?
Because I could see what they couldn’t. I treated them not based on where they were now, but where I thought they could go. Fear, doubt, and low self-esteem, often get in the way of the place God is leading you. Maybe you need to see yourself in a different light, how God sees you.
Or maybe you need to be that coach. Who in your life has great potential but doesn’t know it? Encourage them. Cheer them on. And be their confidence until they build it up on their own. Treat them as they could be.

The Kindness of Mothers I have the best mom in th

The Kindness of Mothers I have the best mom in the world. We spend an hour, or longer, each Saturday chatting on the phone. She sends me care packages and notes of encouragement.
Growing up my mom set an amazing example for me, and continues to do so today.
My mom taught me the importance of: 1. Working hard, as she was a working mother.
2. Lifelong learning, as she is always taking classes and learning new skills.
3. Being a giver and helping those in need.
4. Taking care of our bodies by eating healthy and working out. But besides my own mother, I’ve been wrapped in love by my friend’s mothers also. Their moms not only loved their own children but showed me loads of kindness. Kindness that continues to this day. They are some of my biggest fans and cheerleaders, buying books and coming to hear me speak. My second moms... 1. Cared for me during the summer while my parents worked.
2. Toted me around to basketball games and track meets.
3. Made me my favorite sugar cookies and meals.
4. Gave great hugs.
5. Listened when I talked about life’s happenings as a teenager girl. The list of all the gifts that mothers have shown me over the years is a mile long. Thank you to all the mothers who love, not only their own children, but all children in their lives.
I encourage you to send a thank you note to a mom in your life that made a difference during your childhood. I know it will brighten their day! Blessings,
Stephanie

Who can you encourage today?

Who can you encourage today?

Six years... My heart is heavy as one of the most

Six years... My heart is heavy as one of the most influential men in my life has passed away, my Coach. I wrote this about him several years ago.
He is a spry older man who had an impact on me that few in my life have. Yes, there are many people that come and go in our lives and many make an impact. But there are those special few that make such a significant impact in your life that no matter where you are, how old you are or what you do, they will always be there in your thoughts, be reflected in how you make decisions and in your heart. Coach Bullock is one of those people. He was there with me day 1 when I stepped on campus at Taylor University, he was there when I suffered heartbreaking injuries and he was there with me on my wedding day.
He wasn’t only an amazing coach but he was a great friend who expected a lot of us as runners and as Christian women. I think what I liked most about Coach was that he never made a decision for us as a runners. He always gave us choices, the choice to work hard or be lazy or the choice to run extra miles or quit for the day. He made you want to work hard without ever raising his voice or being negative. He was an encourager. I worked hard because the last thing I wanted to do was disappoint Coach.

“And do not forget to do good and to share with

“And do not forget to do good and to share with others for with such sacrifices God is pleased.” What good can you do today? What do you have that you can share?

In my 42 years of life, I don’t think I’ve eve

In my 42 years of life, I don’t think I’ve ever missed celebrating Easter at church. When I was a kid, we’d get up extra early to go to the sunrise service.
Memories I still cherish. This morning as there was no new dress to put on, or anticipation of the family gathered around the table for a yummy meal, a moment of sadness permeated my soul. But as soon as the sadness came, it floated away. As I longed to be at church and with my family, my hope and faith’s foundation is not built on these things. The true reason we celebrate today has not changed.
The quarantine does not change the fact that Jesus rose from the grave. I can celebrate the joy of this day anywhere. And instead of focusing on what I didn’t have, I focused on what I did have. Today I’m grateful for... Jesus is still alive and no virus can stop His love for us. Phones and texting to stay in touch with friends and family. Cinnamon rolls:) Snuggled in bed watching Easter service with my hubby. Warmer temperatures to enjoy all the blooming of spring. So today, and everyday, finds ways to be grateful. What are you grateful for today?

During these challenging times I’ve really tried

During these challenging times I’ve really tried to focus on supporting small businesses. They are the ❤️ of our communities. Every day I pick a business to support and then not only purchase an item or two, but I share on social media about the company. If you don’t have the funds to buy now, that’s okay, find other creative ways to help out.
Write a review or share one of their posts on social media. Some of my favorite small businesses I’ve supported recently are @asterandgray @mercyhouseglobal @firesidecoffeeco @mcalistersdeli @cherryrepublic and @turnthepagewestfield
Check them out! Help them out!
If there is a small business you’d like me to consider supporting, tag them in the comments. We are all in this together.
#smallbusiness #supportsmallbusiness #shoplocal #weareinthistogether #covidkindness #givingchallenge #givingback #1aweek #makingadifference #payitforward #rak #raktivist #generosity

If you’ve read The Gratitude Challenge you know

If you’ve read The Gratitude Challenge you know there is a story written in the book by my friend Scott Colby. Scott and I met through @jesseitzler’s #WeDoHardStuff fitlanphropty group. Scott has an incredible book for entrepreneurs and really anyone in business, The Grateful Entrepreneur. You may even find a story or two about ways I practice gratitude and giving in my business. Through these challenging times, he continues to find ways to help those in need.
If you want something positive to read, the Kindle version of his book, The Grateful Entrepreneur, is now free through April 1st on Amazon. Check it out! .
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#grateful #gratitude #book #bookstagram #authorsofinstagram #free #entrepreneur #business #sales #smallbusiness #bossbabe

There is a lot we can’t do right now. We can’

There is a lot we can’t do right now. We can’t leave our homes Many can’t go to their jobs. Children can’t go to school. Hospitals can’t get the supplies they need. And the list goes on. But years ago, in jr. high, my basketball coach would not allow us to use the word can’t. If she heard someone say can’t in practice, you better get running.
Practice, after practice that mindset shift is now lodged in my brain. To this day, if I use the word can’t, I stop myself and change the word to can. In these challenging times, what can we do? We can be creative. We can make home cooked meals. We can go for a walk. We can play games. We can send cards. We can check-in with friends and family. And we can be kind! What can you do today? #givingchallenge #kindness #givingtuesday #bekindtooneanother #whatcanyoudo #inspiration #family #1aweek #makingadifference #repost @givingtuesday

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