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Wind Knocked Out

Wind Knocked Out

By Rae Lynn DeAngelis The wooden staircase leading to the second story of our one hundred year old farmhouse in Indiana was extremely slippery. I learned the hard way why NOT to wear socks when going down the stairs, but sometimes I grew careless and forgot. Not only...

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Built to Last

Built to Last

By Rae Lynn DeAngelis After a year of apartment living, my husband and I finally purchased our first home. Money was tight back then, so when it came time to buying appliances we purchased used – not new. After scouring newspaper ads (that's how we did it back then),...

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Adopted as His Own

Adopted as His Own

By Rae Lynn DeAngelis When I was a little girl, I found out one of my best friends was adopted. At the time I didn’t really understand the whole concept of adoption, but I do remember being very curious about the whole thing. Even though I was intrigued, I didn’t ask...

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Shifting Blame

Shifting Blame

By Rae Lynn DeAngelis “My lord, let the blame be on me alone.” (1 Samuel 25:24a) Several years ago, there was a popular situation comedy on television called Family Matters. One of the show’s main characters was Steve Urkel. His plaid shirt, high water pants, black...

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Jesus Wept

Jesus Wept

By Rae Lynn DeAngelis “But you, O Lord, are a compassionate and gracious God, slow to anger, abounding in love and faithfulness.” (Psalm 86:15) I've been told that I don’t hide my feelings very well. Apparently everything about my demeanor, my voice, facial...

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We’re Not Home Yet

We’re Not Home Yet

By Rae Lynn DeAngelis I love going on vacation, but as the week winds down, I’m usually ready to go back home. Don’t get me wrong, I always have a fantastic time vacationing with my family.  There are always plenty wonderful memories, pictures, and souvenirs to bring...

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Wind Knocked Out

Wind Knocked Out

By Rae Lynn DeAngelis The wooden staircase leading to the second story of our one hundred year old farmhouse in Indiana was extremely slippery. I learned the hard way why NOT to wear socks when going down the stairs, but sometimes I grew careless and forgot. Not only...

read more
Built to Last

Built to Last

By Rae Lynn DeAngelis After a year of apartment living, my husband and I finally purchased our first home. Money was tight back then, so when it came time to buying appliances we purchased used – not new. After scouring newspaper ads (that's how we did it back then),...

read more
Adopted as His Own

Adopted as His Own

By Rae Lynn DeAngelis When I was a little girl, I found out one of my best friends was adopted. At the time I didn’t really understand the whole concept of adoption, but I do remember being very curious about the whole thing. Even though I was intrigued, I didn’t ask...

read more
Shifting Blame

Shifting Blame

By Rae Lynn DeAngelis “My lord, let the blame be on me alone.” (1 Samuel 25:24a) Several years ago, there was a popular situation comedy on television called Family Matters. One of the show’s main characters was Steve Urkel. His plaid shirt, high water pants, black...

read more
Jesus Wept

Jesus Wept

By Rae Lynn DeAngelis “But you, O Lord, are a compassionate and gracious God, slow to anger, abounding in love and faithfulness.” (Psalm 86:15) I've been told that I don’t hide my feelings very well. Apparently everything about my demeanor, my voice, facial...

read more
We’re Not Home Yet

We’re Not Home Yet

By Rae Lynn DeAngelis I love going on vacation, but as the week winds down, I’m usually ready to go back home. Don’t get me wrong, I always have a fantastic time vacationing with my family.  There are always plenty wonderful memories, pictures, and souvenirs to bring...

read more

Help pioneer a generation of women who are redefining beauty.