Podcasts about peggysue wells

If you're facing a parenting issue, who's someone's opinion you value to navigate you through it? PeggySue Wells and Pam Farrel go over an acronym called G.P.S. that explains who the most important people are to talk to about parenting choices. Plus, John and Danny will encourage you to embrace who God says you are as a parent. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book The 10 Best Decisions a Single Mom Can Make for your donation of any amount! Take the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Assessment Listen Now How to Make Good Decisions As A Single Mom Contact Our Counseling Team Support This Show! If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

If you're facing a parenting issue, who's someone's opinion you value to navigate you through it? PeggySue Wells and Pam Farrel go over an acronym called G.P.S. that explains who the most important people are to talk to about parenting choices. Plus, John and Danny will encourage you to embrace who God says you are as a parent. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book The 10 Best Decisions a Single Mom Can Make for your donation of any amount! Take the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Assessment Listen Now How to Make Good Decisions As A Single Mom Contact Our Counseling Team Support This Show! If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1197/29

No matter how hard you try as a parent, there will be times you fall short. Danny and John discuss the sobering realization that your love by itself isn't enough to fulfill every part of your child's heart. Then, Jim Daly talks with Pam Farrel and PeggySue Wells about why God's love will be more than enough to sustain your kids. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book The 10 Best Decisions a Single Mom Can Make for your donation of any amount! Take the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Assessment Listen Now How to Make Good Decisions As A Single Mom Contact Our Counseling Team Support This Show! If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

No matter how hard you try as a parent, there will be times you fall short. Danny and John discuss the sobering realization that your love by itself isn't enough to fulfill every part of your child's heart. Then, Jim Daly talks with Pam Farrel and PeggySue Wells about why God's love will be more than enough to sustain your kids. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book The 10 Best Decisions a Single Mom Can Make for your donation of any amount! Take the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Assessment Listen Now How to Make Good Decisions As A Single Mom Contact Our Counseling Team Support This Show! If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1197/29

How does a single parent combat very negative emotions? Jim Daly talks to Pam Farrel and PeggySue Wells about how things like showing gratitude, generosity and engaging with your kids can go a long way. Also, Danny and John explain why staying focused on God's Word can offer you real strength. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book The 10 Best Decisions a Single Mom Can Make for your donation of any amount! Take the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Assessment Listen Now Contact our Counseling Department Single Parent with Confidence Support This Show! If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

How does a single parent combat very negative emotions? Jim Daly talks to Pam Farrel and PeggySue Wells about how things like showing gratitude, generosity and engaging with your kids can go a long way. Also, Danny and John explain why staying focused on God's Word can offer you real strength. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book The 10 Best Decisions a Single Mom Can Make for your donation of any amount! Take the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Assessment Listen Now Contact our Counseling Department Single Parent with Confidence Support This Show! If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1197/29

When a single parent is trying to raise kids, it's easy for negative emotions to creep in. Pam Farrel and PeggySue Wells join Jim Daly to discuss something called the 5 R's that you have to watch out for. Plus, John and Danny share how we can sometimes misinterpret our kids' emotions. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book The 10 Best Decisions a Single Mom Can Make for your donation of any amount! Take the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Assessment Listen Now Contact our Counseling Department Single Parent with Confidence Support This Show! If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

When a single parent is trying to raise kids, it's easy for negative emotions to creep in. Pam Farrel and PeggySue Wells join Jim Daly to discuss something called the 5 R's that you have to watch out for. Plus, John and Danny share how we can sometimes misinterpret our kids' emotions. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book The 10 Best Decisions a Single Mom Can Make for your donation of any amount! Take the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Assessment Listen Now Contact our Counseling Department Single Parent with Confidence Support This Show! If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1197/29

How can your church be a safe place for single moms? Danny and John offer some thoughts to that very important question. Also, PeggySue Wells talks to Jim Daly about how it was difficult to attend church after her divorce. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book The 10 Best Decisions a Single Mom Can Make for your donation of any amount! Take the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Assessment Listen Now How To Make Good Decisions As A Single Mom Contact our Counseling Department Support This Show! If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

How can your church be a safe place for single moms? Danny and John offer some thoughts to that very important question. Also, PeggySue Wells talks to Jim Daly about how it was difficult to attend church after her divorce. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book The 10 Best Decisions a Single Mom Can Make for your donation of any amount! Take the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Assessment Listen Now How To Make Good Decisions As A Single Mom Contact our Counseling Department Support This Show! If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1197/29

How does a single mom find joy even when the world feels chaotic? Jim Daly asks PeggySue Wells on how she learned to laugh again after becoming a single mother. Plus, Pam Farrel describes how she learned to move forward after her parents' divorce. Danny and John will then discuss ways you can help a single mom in your area. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book The 10 Best Decisions a Single Mom Can Make for your donation of any amount! Take the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Assessment Listen Now How To Make Good Decisions As A Single Mom Contact our Counseling Department Support This Show! If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

How does a single mom find joy even when the world feels chaotic? Jim Daly asks PeggySue Wells on how she learned to laugh again after becoming a single mother. Plus, Pam Farrel describes how she learned to move forward after her parents' divorce. Danny and John will then discuss ways you can help a single mom in your area. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book The 10 Best Decisions a Single Mom Can Make for your donation of any amount! Take the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Assessment Listen Now How To Make Good Decisions As A Single Mom Contact our Counseling Department Support This Show! If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1197/29

For single mothers, the feelings of betrayal and sadness can run very deep. Danny and John discuss common emotions single mothers deal with. Then, Jim Daly speaks to Pam Farrel and PeggySue Wells about why it's important for single moms to give their kids the freedom to express their feelings too. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book The 10 Best Decisions a Single Mom Can Make for your donation of any amount! Find Other Parenting Resources Listen Now Contact our Counseling Department Single Moms Support This Show! If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

For single mothers, the feelings of betrayal and sadness can run very deep. Danny and John discuss common emotions single mothers deal with. Then, Jim Daly speaks to Pam Farrel and PeggySue Wells about why it's important for single moms to give their kids the freedom to express their feelings too. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book The 10 Best Decisions a Single Mom Can Make for your donation of any amount! Find Other Parenting Resources Listen Now Contact our Counseling Department Single Moms Support This Show! If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1197/29

Everyone you encounter has a story, and we want to encourage you to see the single moms around you. Jim Daly speaks with PeggySue Wells, who shares her story of becoming a single mom, and how hard it was. Then, John and Danny offer tips for how to help a single mother in your community. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book The 10 Best Decisions a Single Mom Can Make for your donation of any amount! Find Other Parenting Resources Listen Now Contact our Counseling Department Single Moms Support This Show! If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Everyone you encounter has a story, and we want to encourage you to see the single moms around you. Jim Daly speaks with PeggySue Wells, who shares her story of becoming a single mom, and how hard it was. Then, John and Danny offer tips for how to help a single mother in your community. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book The 10 Best Decisions a Single Mom Can Make for your donation of any amount! Find Other Parenting Resources Listen Now Contact our Counseling Department Single Moms Support This Show! If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1197/29

No matter how you became a single mom, you share the same challenges and fears all single moms have. You may feel stretched to the limit. You may suspect your children need more than you're able to give. How are you going to do this on your own? PeggySue Wells, a single mom of seven, will talk about the 10 best decisions a single mom can make. Join us for Chris Fabry Live. Free Resource: Let's Get Growing For more information about the work of Care Net, click here. Chris Fabry Live is listener-supported. To support the program, click here.Become a Back Fence Partner: https://moodyradio.org/donateto/chrisfabrylive/partnersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Raising kids by yourself isn't easy. To help encourage single parents in your community, John and Danny address some of the challenges single moms and dads face. Also, Jim Daly speaks with PeggySue Wells and Pam Farrel on some of the struggles children in single-parent households deal with. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book The 10 Best Decisions a Single Mom Can Make for your donation of any amount! Listen Now Single Moms Contact our Counseling Department Support This Show! If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Raising kids by yourself isn't easy. To help encourage single parents in your community, John and Danny address some of the challenges single moms and dads face. Also, Jim Daly speaks with PeggySue Wells and Pam Farrel on some of the struggles children in single-parent households deal with. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book The 10 Best Decisions a Single Mom Can Make for your donation of any amount! Listen Now Single Moms Contact our Counseling Department Support This Show! If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1197/29

Raising kids by yourself isn't easy. To help encourage single parents in your community, John and Danny address some of the challenges single moms and dads face. Also, Jim Daly speaks with PeggySue Wells and Pam Farrel on some of the struggles children in single-parent households deal with. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book The 10 Best Decisions a Single Mom Can Make for your donation of any amount! Listen Now Single Moms Contact our Counseling Department Support This Show! If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1197/29

Being a single parent is a difficult job. But, there is hope in that journey. Jim Daly speaks with Pam Farrel, who was raised by a single mom, and PeggySue Wells, who raised seven kids by herself. Then, John Fuller and Dr. Danny Huerta provide encouragement to single moms who are working hard to provide for their kids. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book The 10 Best Decisions a Single Mom Can Make for your donation of any amount! Take the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Assessment Listen Now How To Make Good Decisions As A Single Mom Contact our Counseling Department Support This Show! If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Being a single parent is a difficult job. But, there is hope in that journey. Jim Daly speaks with Pam Farrel, who was raised by a single mom, and PeggySue Wells, who raised seven kids by herself. Then, John Fuller and Dr. Danny Huerta provide encouragement to single moms who are working hard to provide for their kids. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book The 10 Best Decisions a Single Mom Can Make for your donation of any amount! Take the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Assessment Listen Now How To Make Good Decisions As A Single Mom Contact our Counseling Department Support This Show! If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1197/29

Being a single parent is a difficult job. But, there is hope in that journey. Jim Daly speaks with Pam Farrel, who was raised by a single mom, and PeggySue Wells, who raised seven kids by herself. Then, John Fuller and Dr. Danny Huerta provide encouragement to single moms who are working hard to provide for their kids. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book The 10 Best Decisions a Single Mom Can Make for your donation of any amount! Take the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Assessment Listen Now How To Make Good Decisions As A Single Mom Contact our Counseling Department Support This Show! If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1197/29

If you're a single parent, you've got the job of two people and doing all you can to keep your family afloat! On this two-day Focus on the Family broadcast, Pam Farrel (raised by a single mom) and PeggySue Wells (a single mom of seven!) offer guidance to single moms (and dads!) as they navigate life with their children. They examine some of the best decisions a single mom can make—things like choosing to thrive, creating a nurturing home, introducing your child to Jesus, and learning to respond to situations in healthy ways. It's an encouraging conversation for the single parent!   Receive the book The 10 Best Decisions a Single Mom can Make and the audio download of the broadcast "Leading Your Family as a Single Mom" for your donation of any amount! Your Gift DOUBLES to Give Families Hope! Save 2X the marriages and families this Christmas with your life-changing gift today!    Get More Episode Resources    If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback. 

If you're a single parent, you've got the job of two people and doing all you can to keep your family afloat! On this two-day Focus on the Family broadcast, Pam Farrel (raised by a single mom) and PeggySue Wells (a single mom of seven!) offer guidance to single moms (and dads!) as they navigate life with their children. They examine some of the best decisions a single mom can make—things like choosing to thrive, creating a nurturing home, introducing your child to Jesus, and learning to respond to situations in healthy ways. It's an encouraging conversation for the single parent!   Receive the book The 10 Best Decisions a Single Mom can Make and the audio download of the broadcast "Leading Your Family as a Single Mom" for your donation of any amount! Your Gift DOUBLES to Give Families Hope! Save 2X the marriages and families this Christmas with your life-changing gift today!    Get More Episode Resources    If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback. 

What did you think of this episode?How does your point of view lose readership? Today's guest shares the best point of view from which to tell your story.Welcome to Your Best Writing Life, an extension of the Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writers Conference held in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains of NC. I'm your host, Linda Goldfarb. Each week, I bring tips and strategies from writing and publishing industry experts to help you excel in your craft. I'm so glad you're listening in. During this episode, you'll learn how to include the best point of view in your narrative. Linda's industry expert is… PeggySue Wells. PeggySue is the bestselling author of 40 books, including the mystery suspense book of the year, Unnatural Cause. Action and adventure, romantic suspense, military romance, and cozy mystery are the page-turning novels by P.S. Wells, including Chasing Sunrise, Homeless for the Holidays, and The Patent. How to live better, easier, and simpler is the focus of her nonfiction, including Slavery in the Land of the Free and The Ten Best Decisions A Single Mom Can Make.PeggySue is the founder of SingleMomCircle.com and a frequent flyer here on Your Best Writing Life… In this episode, you will learn:What is the second most fixed issue by editors? The most fixed issue by editors?How many types of POV are in the literary circle?What is the best POV to use? LINKS Listener giveaway! PeggySue's Particulars to Pen the Perfect Point of View - A Quick Guide to Writing WellChasing SunriseThe PatentSecrecy OrderUnnatural CauseThe Ten Best Decisions A Single Mom Can Make  PeggySue Wells FB Author Page:PeggySue Wells FB Personal PagePeggySue Wells Linked InPeggySue WellsSingle Mom CircleVisit Your Best Writing Life website.Join our Facebook group, Your Best Writing LifeYour host - Linda Goldfarb#1 Podcast in the "Top 50+ Must-Have Tools and Resources for Christian Writers in 2024". Awarded the Spark Media 2022 Most Binge-Worthy PodcastAwarded the Spark Media 2023 Fan Favorites Best Solo Podcast

What did you think of this episode?Words have power. Is your dialog something readers quote long after they finish your book? Stay tuned—today's guest shares top strategies for drafting dynamic dialog.Welcome to Your Best Writing Life, an extension of the Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writers Conference held in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains of NC. I'm your host, Linda Goldfarb. Each week, I bring tips and strategies from writing and publishing industry experts to help you excel in your craft. I'm so glad you're listening in. During this episode, you'll learn How to Draft Dynamic Dialog.My industry expert is…PeggySue Wells - PeggySue is the bestselling author of 36 books and collaborator for many more. Action and adventure, romantic suspense, military romance, and cozy mystery pact the pages of the novels penned by P.S. Wells, including Chasing Sunrise. How to live better, easier, and simpler is the focus of her nonfiction, including The Ten Best Decisions A Single Mom Can Make.What is the purpose of dialog?What makes dialog memorable and quotable?What items can be trimmed to have a clear, concise conversation?What about swearing and the use of profanity?Additional episodes with PeggySue Wells5 Top Tips to Begin Your Writing Career Writing Sensational Settings Writing Creative CharactersHow to Write Pivotal Plots LINKSDownload - PeggySue's Particulars to Pen Dynamic Dialog PeggySue Wells FB Author Page:PeggySue Wells FB Personal PagePeggySue Wells Linked InPeggySue WellsSingle Mom CircleVisit Your Best Writing Life website.Join our Facebook group, Your Best Writing LifeAbout your host - Linda GoldfarbAwarded the Spark Media 2022 Most Binge-Worthy PodcastAwarded the Spark Media 2023 Fan Favorites Best Solo Podcast

Beginning writers need this. Before you sit down to write, listen to this encore episode. Award-winning author PeggySue Wells provides succinct tips to get your writing career started.“Eminently quotable, PeggySue Wells is a tonic — warm like your favorite blanket, bracing like a stiff drink.”History buff and tropical island votary, PeggySue parasails, skydives, scuba dives and has taken (but not passed) pilot training. The bestselling author of 30 books, including the What To Do series, The Slave Across the Street, Bonding With Your Child Through Boundaries, Homeless for the Holidays, Chasing Sunrise, and The Ten Best Decisions A Single Mom Can Make, PeggySue's most challenging and rewarding adventure was solo parenting seven children. She is the founder of SingleMomCircle.com. Good to have you here PeggySue.Today, Linda and PeggySue discuss the first decisions a writer makes.The What, Who, and Why you need to know before you begin.What vehicle format is best suited for what you write?Format options.  Word count for your genre.Setting up your manuscript.The three essentials every story must have for fiction and non-fiction.LINKSPeggySue Wells20-Tips for Unsticking a Stuck Wordsmith PDFWho's Your Audience? Writing Genre Word-counts PDFSingleMomCircle.com Visit Your Best Writing Life website.Join our Facebook group, Your Best Writing LifeAbout your host - Linda GoldfarbAwarded the Spark Media 2022 Most Binge-Worthy PodcastAwarded the Spark Media 2023 Fan Favorites Best Solo Podcast

Welcome to Your Best Writing Life, an extension of the Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writers Conference held in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mts of NC. I'm your host, Linda Goldfarb. Each week, I bring tips and strategies from writing and publishing industry experts to help you excel in your craft. I'm so glad you're listening in.Our guest, PeggySue Wells, is the bestselling author of 36 books and collaborator for many more. Action and adventure, romantic suspense, military romance, and cozy mystery pact the pages of the novels penned by P.S. Wells, including Chasing Sunrise. How to live better, easier, and simpler is the focus of her nonfiction, including The Ten Best Decisions A Single Mom Can Make.During this episode, you'll learn how to shape sensational settings.What is the setting?What are the characteristics and personality of the setting?Passive - Active - Behaves as a character.The setting is the story.How does a writer utilize the setting to enhance their story? LINKS PeggySue Wells FB Author Page:PeggySue Wells FB Personal PagePeggySue Wells Linked InPeggySue WellsSingle Mom CircleWriting Sensational Settings Quick Guide free copyAll of PeggySue's Writing Quick GuidesVisit Your Best Writing Life website.Join our Facebook group, Your Best Writing LifeAbout your host - Linda GoldfarbAwarded the Spark Media 2022 Most Bing-Worthy PodcastAwarded the Spark Media 2023 Fan Favorites Best Solo Podcast

Pam Farrel (raised by a single mom) and PeggySue Wells (a single mom of seven!) offer guidance to single moms (and dads!) as they navigate life with their children. They examine some of the best decisions a single mom can make—things like choosing to thrive, creating a nurturing home, introducing your child to Jesus, and learning to respond to situations in healthy ways. It's an encouraging conversation for the single parent! (Part 2 of 2)   Receive the book The 10 Best Decisions a Single Mom Can Make and the audio download of the broadcast "Leading Your Family as a Single Mom" for your donation of any amount!   Get More Episode Resources   We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to leave us a voicemail.   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Pam Farrel (raised by a single mom) and PeggySue Wells (a single mom of seven!) offer guidance to single moms (and dads!) as they navigate life with their children. They examine some of the best decisions a single mom can make—things like choosing to thrive, creating a nurturing home, introducing your child to Jesus, and learning to respond to situations in healthy ways. It's an encouraging conversation for the single parent! (Part 1 of 2)   Receive the book The 10 Best Decisions a Single Mom Can Make and the audio download of the broadcast "Leading Your Family as a Single Mom" for your donation of any amount!   Get More Episode Resources   We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to leave us a voicemail.   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

In Bonding with Your Child through Boundaries, biblical counselor June Hunt, along with PeggySue Wells, combines biblical hope and practical help to motivate parents to understand and practice appropriate boundaries with their children.

In Bonding with Your Child through Boundaries, biblical counselor June Hunt, along with PeggySue Wells, combines biblical hope and practical help to motivate parents to understand and practice appropriate boundaries with their children.

Are your characters falling flat? If you are seeking how to write creative characters, today's episode provides the answers you need.Welcome to Your Best Writing Life, an extension of the Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writers Conference held in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mts of NC. I'm your host, Linda Goldfarb. Each week, I bring tips and strategies from writing and publishing industry experts to help you excel in your craft. I'm so glad you're listening in.  My industry expert is…PeggySue Wells - PeggySue is the bestselling author of 36 books and collaborator for many more. Action and adventure, romantic suspense, military romance, and cozy mystery pact the pages of the novels penned by P.S. Wells, including Chasing Sunrise. How to live better, easier, and simpler is the focus of her nonfiction, including The Ten Best Decisions A Single Mom Can Make.Post a comment on the Your Best Writing Life FB group to be in PeggySue's giveaway drawing. LINKSPeggySue Wells FB Author Page: PeggySue Wells FB Personal Page: PeggySue Wells on Linked In:  PeggySue Wells Website: Single Mom's Circle Website       Craft Creative Characters HandoutContact PeggySueVisit Your Best Writing Life website.Join our Facebook group, Your Best Writing LifeAbout your host - Linda GoldfarbAwarded the Spark Media 2022 Most Bing-Worthy PodcastAwarded the Spark Media 2023 Fan Favorites Best Solo Podcast

Linda Goldfarb and PeggySue Wells share how you can get clear on writing your story plot to enhance your readership. Welcome to Your Best Writing Life, an extension of the Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writers Conference held in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mts of NC. I'm your host Linda Goldfarb. Each week I bring tips and strategies from writing and publishing industry experts to help you excel in your craft. I'm so glad you're listening in. During this episode, you'll easily learn how to pen pivotal plots.My industry expert is PeggySue Wells - PeggySue is the bestselling author of 34 books and collaborator of many more. Action and adventure, romantic suspense, military romance, and cozy mystery are the page-turning novels by P.S. Wells, including Chasing Sunrise. Her nonfiction focuses on living better, easier, and simpler lives, including The Ten Best Decisions A Single Mom Can Make.To be included in PegySue's drawing for the Particulars to Pen Pivotal Plots eBook, comment in our Your Best Writing Life FB group by 12 p.m. Saturday, October 7, 2023.LINKSPeggySue WellsPeggySue Author on Facebook PeggySue Wells on FacebookPeggySue on LinkedInSingle Mom CirclePeggySue Wells BooksPeggySue Wells on AmazonEnjoy our content? Support this podcast.About your host - Linda GoldfarbLinda is a multi-published, award-winning author, audiobook narrator, international speaker, and board-certified Christian life coach. Linda and her hubby, Sam, experience a new adventure every day with four adult children and many grandchildren. She loves sipping frothed coffee with friends and traveling with Sam.Visit Your Best Writing Life website.Join our Facebook group, Your Best Writing LifeAbout your host - Linda GoldfarbAwarded the Spark Media 2022 Most Bing-Worthy Podcast

When PeggySue Wells and her seven children came home from church one Sunday afternoon, the kids noticed their father’s car was gone and the house was dark. After discovering their father’s belongings were gone, all of the children broke down and wept in the hallway. Tragically, PeggySue’s husband had abandoned the family, leaving behind many unanswered questions and shattered hearts. Today, PeggySue shares how she successfully raised her children as a single mom, overcoming humiliation, anger, apprehension, and the trap of falling into a victim mentality. This courageous mother learned how to not only survive but thrive! “God is at work, even in this,” PeggySue shares. Discover PeggySue’s tips for conquering feelings of inadequacy as a single parent, and how we can support single mothers and their families. TAKEAWAYS One in every four homes in America is led by a single mother When fear or confusion threatens to overcome you, remember to base everything on facts and not assumptions Teach your children that they are loved and accepted by God and show them the truth in Scripture PeggySue’s book, The 10 Best Decisions a Single Mom Can Make, is filled with wisdom about navigating single parenting for moms

Beginning writers need this. Before you sit down to write, listen to this episode. Award-winning author, PeggySue Wells provides succinct tips to get your writing career started.(We hope you enjoy this highly downloaded  encore episode)“Eminently quotable, PeggySue Wells is a tonic — warm like your favorite blanket, bracing like a stiff drink.”History buff and tropical island votary, PeggySue parasails, skydives, scuba dives, and has taken (but not passed) pilot training. The bestselling author of 30 books including the What To Do series, The Slave Across the Street, Bonding With Your Child Through Boundaries, Homeless for the Holidays, Chasing Sunrise, and The Ten Best Decisions A Single Mom Can Make, PeggySue's most challenging and rewarding adventure was solo parenting seven children. She is the founder of SingleMomCircle.com. Good to have you here PeggySue.Today, Linda and PeggySue discuss the first decisions a writer makes.The What, Who, and Why you need to know before you begin.What vehicle format is best suited for what you write?Format options.  Word count for your genre.Setting up your manuscript.The three essentials every story must have for fiction and non-fiction.LINKSPeggySue Wells20-Tips for Unsticking a Stuck Wordsmith PDFWho's Your Audience? Writing Genre Word-counts PDFSingleMomCircle.com Enjoy our content? Support this podcast Visit Your Best Writing Life website Your Best Writing Life PodcastJoin fellow writers in our Facebook group, Your Best Writing LifeVisit the website of our host, Linda GoldfarbAbout your host - Linda GoldfarbBesides hosting Your Best Writing Life, Linda Goldfarb is a multi-published award-winning author, audiobook narrator, international speaker, board-certified Christian life coach, and the co-owner, co-founder of the LINKED® Personality System, and co-author of the LINKED® Quick Guide to Personality series. Linda and her hubby, Sam are empty nesters leading full lives. With four adult children and grandbaby #15 on the way– life is a new adventure every day. She loves sipping frothed coffee with friends, traveling the countryside with Sam, and sharing transparent truth to help others take their next best step-- personally and professionally. 

At the 2022 National Religious Broadcasters Convention in Nashville, PeggySue Wells discussed the book she co-authored, called, The 10 Best Decisions a Single Mom Can Make: A Biblical Guide for Navigating Family Life on Your Own.  She also discussed a novel she co-wrote called, The Patent. Her website address is peggysuewells.com.

Today I spoke with PeggySue Wells the bestselling author of 30 books including the What To Do Series, The Slave Across the Street, Bonding With Your Child Through Boundaries, The Ten Best Decisions A Single Mom Can Make, and her upcoming book, The Patent. Have you ever sat around a dinner table or walked into a business meeting and felt a tension in the air? During our conversation on relationships we discover this tension's cause is the five R's: 1) Rejection 2) Resentment 3) Resistance 4) Revenge and 5) Repeat And how being aware of this cycle can help us break free and flourish in our work and home relationships. PeggySue taught me an invaluable question to ask in tense situations… “What did you hear me say?” We ended our conversation by discussing the process of writing books and how PeggySue has been able to write over 30 books, coach others to write their first books, and how all of us can become a writer. Please enjoy this insightful conversation with PeggySue, I sure did. In this episode, you'll discover: -How to treat relationship with family members vs. colleagues...01:35 -It is possible to be your real, authentic self at the workplace...05:45 -The 5 R's in real life...08:45 -How to acquire the self-awareness to know when you are in the cycle of R's...13:05 -The opposite tactic is to engage...15:30 -"Kill 'em with kindness"; The antidote to revenge is generosity...18:45 -Ask the other person what they heard AND accept their answer...23:15 -Summarize meetings afterwards to communicate "this is what I heard"...26:15 -We speak the same language differently...28:20 -What to do when people are not safe...30:40 -Forgive, but you don't have to forget...32:15 -What to do to protect yourself when you have to still be around an unsafe person...35:45 -Parenting is all about teaching how to have emotions and how to contain them...37:45 -REPEAT: the toxic patterns in relationships...40:35 -The best we can do is stick to the facts...45:00 -Most of what people say or do has nothing to do with us...48:30 -How PeggySue finished 30 books!...52:15 -PeggySue's professional writing services...55:30 -What PeggySue is working on currently...1:00:40 -Writing is a team sport: accountability is crucial...1:03:05 Resources: http://www.peggysuewells.com (PeggySue's website)

Writing coaches. Are they for everyone? Deb DeArmond and PeggySue Wells provide answers for all writersHere's a little bit about our guests, you'll find more about them in our show-notes:Deb  DeArmond is an award-winning author, speaker, and writing coach, helping others to achieve their goals whether in marriage, family relationships, at work, or in ministry. Her books reflect that path. Her newest release, We May Be Done But We're Not Finished, encourages and informs women 50+ how to make the rest of their life the best of their life.PeggySue Wells parasails, skydives, snorkels, scuba dives, and has taken (but not passed) pilot training. Writing from the 100-Acre woods in Indiana, PeggySue is the founder of SingleMomCircle.com and the bestselling author of 30 books including The Ten Best Decisions A Single Mom Can Make, Homeless for the Holidays, and Chasing Sunrise. PeggySue coaches writers from concept through the completed manuscript, and any portion as needed.Listen in as these writing coaches share what to look for in a writing coach, how to know if you're ready for a coach, and so much more.LINKSDeb DeArmond - Procrastination PDFDeb DeArmond - Distraction Tracker Deb DeArmond Why Hire a Writing Coach PDF from PeggySue Wells Connect with PeggySue Wells Check out PeggySue Wells and SingleMomCircleDecember - Advent Soul Care for WritersVisit our website Your Best Writing Life PodcastJoin fellow writers in our Facebook group, Your Best Writing LifeVisit the website of our host, Linda Goldfarb

What brings you joy? During this season of thankfulness, it's a good time to share snippets from our writing industry experts on what brings them joy. I pray you are encouraged, empowered, and entertained with their answers. Brian Bird, Sharon Tedford, Katy Kauffman, Edwina Perkins, Cindy Sproles, PeggySue Wells, Jayme Lee Hull, Bethany Jett, and Becky Antkowiak share what brings them joy.There you go, stories, moments, and ponderings of God's provision in the lives of some of our industry experts. It's important to me, Linda Goldfarb, for you to know how much you are valued as one of our listeners and I understand that as much as you want to write – life happens and detours show up, yet—God is sovereign, and His timing is perfect. Drop me a note, let me know what you walked away with from this episode, and please share what brings you joy in this season of life. check out our show notes for my email link and more. I look forward to being here with you next time on Your Best Writing Life.Be sure to check out our additional links:November Writing Tips and Soul Care for Writers PDF DownloadVisit our website Your Best Writing Life PodcastJoin fellow writers in our Facebook group, Your Best Writing LifeVisit the website of our host, Linda Goldfarb

Here on the podcast, one of my favorite topics to talk about is relationships! Did you know that we were designed to be in relationships? Really! It's the way that God intended us to do life, something Jesus modeled in His time here on Earth. But even though how we connect with others is so important, relationships can also be the most challenging part of life. Can you relate?While we can't control others, there is always room for us to grow and improve how we approach the relationships in our life. That's what we're talking about today!Helping me explore this topic is PeggySue Wells, an author, speaker, and coach. She is the best-selling author of 30 books that have been translated into eight languages. On top of that, she's a single mom of 7 kids! Whew! Like me, PeggySue has a passion for helping people improve their relationships.In today's practical conversation, we talk about the five R's that destroy relationships, how to get out of common unhealthy cycles, the untrue stories we often tell ourselves, the benefits God has for us in relationship with others, and more!Show Notes: https://jillsavage.org/peggysue-wells-66/

Beginning writers need this. Before you sit down to write, listen to this episode. Award-winning author, PeggySue Wells provides succinct tips to get your writing career started.“Eminently quotable, PeggySue Wells is a tonic — warm like your favorite blanket, bracing like a stiff drink.”History buff and tropical island votary, PeggySue parasails, skydives, scuba dives, and has taken (but not passed) pilot training. The bestselling author of 30 books including the What To Do series, The Slave Across the Street, Bonding With Your Child Through Boundaries, Homeless for the Holidays, Chasing Sunrise, and The Ten Best Decisions A Single Mom Can Make, PeggySue's most challenging and rewarding adventure was solo parenting seven children. She is the founder of SingleMomCircle.com. Good to have you here PeggySue.Today, Linda and PeggySue discuss the first decisions a writer makes.The What, Who, and Why you need to know before you begin.What vehicle format is best suited for what you write?Format options.  Word count for your genre. Setting up your manuscript.The three essentials every story must have for fiction and non-fiction.LINKSPeggySue Wells20-Tips for Unsticking a Stuck Wordsmith PDFWho's Your Audience? Writing Genre Word-counts PDFSingleMomCircle.com July Writing Tips and Soul Care for Writers PDF DownloadVisit our website Your Best Writing Life PodcastJoin fellow writers on our Facebook page, Your Best Writing Life Visit the website of our host, Linda Goldfarb 

“Our most vital role as a parent is to introduce our children to the One who can meet all their needs.” Today Stacy talks with best-selling author and single mom of seven, PeggySue Wells. Listen in as she shares the heart-mending, life-changing lessons the Lord taught her as she has journeyed through motherhood as a single mom.  Don't miss a moment because these lessons are going to minister to every single mom, no matter what stage, no matter what age, no matter what relationship status.    About our Guest: History buff, and tropical island votary, PeggySue Wells parasails, skydives, snorkels, scuba dives, and has taken (but not passed) pilot training. Her greatest adventure is being called Mama by seven awesome children, and Mimi! by my Grammy awards. Writing from the 100-Acre wood in Indiana, PeggySue is the USA Today, Wall Street Journal, and Amazon bestselling author of 29 books, translated into eight languages including The Ten Best Decisions A Single Mom Can Make, Chasing Sunrise, Homeless for the Holidays, The Slave Across the Street, and Bonding With Your Child Through Boundaries. She is the founder of SingleMomCircle.com.   Show Notes:                                                                                                           The “R” Parade: Rejection Resentment Resistance Revenge Repeat   Scripture: Jeremiah 3:8 (NIV) I gave faithless Israel her certificate of divorce and sent her away because of all her adulteries. Yet I saw that her unfaithful sister Judah had no fear; she also went out and committed adultery. Hebrews 4:16 (NKJV) Let us therefore come boldly to the throne of grace, that we may obtain mercy and find grace to help in time of need. Isaiah 1:18 (NKJV) “Come now, and let us reason together,” Says the LORD, “Though your sins are like scarlet, They shall be as white as snow; Though they are red like crimson, They shall be as wool. Psalm 67:1-2 (NKJV) God be merciful to us and bless us, and cause His face to shine upon us, Selah That Your way may be known on earth, Your salvation among all nations. Psalm 115:14-15 (NKJV) May the Lord give you increase more and more, You and your children. May you be blessed by the Lord, who made heaven and earth. Romans 10:9 (NKJV) that if you confess with your mouth the Lord Jesus and believe in your heart that God has raised Him from the dead, you will be saved.  Ephesians 3:18-19 (NKJV) may be able to comprehend with all the saints what is the width and length and depth and height—  to know the love of Christ which passes knowledge; that you may be filled with all the fullness of God. Psalm 139:13 (NIV) For you created my inmost being; you knit me together in my mother's womb. Psalm 18:1-2 (NKJV) I will love You, O Lord, my strength. The Lord is my rock and my fortress and my deliverer; My God, my strength, in whom I will trust; My shield and the horn of my salvation, my stronghold. Isaiah 40:11 (NIV) He tends his flock like a shepherd: He gathers the lambs in his arms and carries them close to his heart; he gently leads those that have young. Books:   “10 Best Decisions a Single Mom Can Make” by Pam Farrel and PeggySue Wells “Homeless for the Holidays” by PeggySue Wells “Chasing Sunrise” by PeggySue Wells   Links: https://singlemomcircle.com https://www.peggysuewellsdoesntwritelikeagirl.com https://momsinprayer.org/gift-of-confession-bible-study/ https://momsinprayer.org/new-to-moms-in-prayer/ https://momsinprayer.org/join-a-group To give to the ministry of Moms in Prayer: Support Our Mission | Moms In Prayer International Moms in Prayer International- www.MomsInPrayer.org

As single moms draw near to God, PeggySue Wells and Pam Farrel say that it is more than possible to build a spiritual legacy for their children.

No matter what difficulties a single mom might face, PeggySue Wells and Pam Farrel say it can be a beautiful story of God's grace. Show Notes and Resources For more resources for single moms, visit https://singlemomcircle.com Get the book, The 10 Best Decisions a Single Mom Can Make https://shop.familylife.com/p-6100-the-10-best-decisions-a-single-mom-can-make.aspx Enter for a chance to win a spot on our cruise, and get "The Love You Better Plan: 30 Days to a More Connected Relationship" download free! https://www.familylife.com/loveyoubetter/ Find resources from this podcast at https://shop.familylife.com/Products.aspx?categoryid=130. Check out all that's available on the FamilyLife Podcast Network.  https://www.familylife.com/familylife-podcast-network/

Single moms can often feel like they live in a whirlwind, but PeggySue Wells and Pam Farrel give easy and practical steps to help them do the next right thing. Show Notes and Resources Resources from Pam and Peggy Sue for single mom's: https://singlemomcircle.com/ Register for the drawing to win a spot on our Love Like You Mean It Cruise https://www.familylife.com/loveyoubetter  Love Like You Mean it Cruise sale: https://www.lovelikeyoumeanitcruise.com/ Find resources from this podcast at https://shop.familylife.com/Products.aspx?categoryid=130. Download FamilyLife's new app! https://www.familylife.com/app/ Check out all that's available on the FamilyLife Podcast Network.  https://www.familylife.com/familylife-podcast-network/

The trauma of divorce or a significant breakup can amplify problems with decision making, causing us to become stuck and unsure of how to move forward. PeggySue Wells discusses how the fear of repeating the past prevents us from making wise decisions, and how to gauge our emotional well-being to assess needs and opportunities. She also mentions how the lies we believe about God keep us from accessing the grace to learn from our mistakes and make better choices, and how correcting our view of God improves our ability to walk in faith and demonstrate it for our kids. Visit the Single Mom Circle website Purchase PeggySue's book, The 10 Best Decisions a Single Mom Can Make Visit PeggySue Wells' website Stream "The Chosen" video series Check out our Sponsor Faithful Counseling 10% off first month offer Listen to this episode’s Guided Scripture Meditation Devotional on YouTube, "Freedom Over Failure" Follow Agape Moms on Facebook or Instagram and join the Beloved Collective private Facebook group

A recent Pew Research study revealed that American children are more likely than children in any other country around the world to live in single-parent homes. About a quarter of children in our country live with just one parent and that parent is most likely to be a mom. We offer some encouragement for moms that are parenting solo as we welcome PeggySue Wells to the show. PeggySue and Pam Farrell have joined together to offer a Biblical guide for navigating family on your own and PeggySue shares with us some of the best decisions a single mom can make along with ways the church can encourage and support single moms. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

PeggySue is an author of 29 books, international speaker and single mom to 7 children. She also homeschooled her kiddos and taught them the skills needed for life along with the importance of putting God first. In this episode PeggySue opens up about how she did it all while still providing fro her children and being a present mom. Her story is incredible and she shows us that with God and determination, anything is possible. Her books mentioned:10 Best Decisions A Single Mom Can MakeBonding With Your Child Through BoundariesWhere to find her:Single Mom CircleFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/peggysue.wellsWebsite:https://www.peggysuewells.com/Bible verses mentioned:-Isaiah 40:11-Psalm 20-Ephesians 3: 14-21I hope you enjoyed this episode and again, thank you so much for tuning in!Message me or get daily inspiration on:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jillianwhinery/Facebook:https://m.facebook.com/jillianwhineryCoaching/Website:https://jillianwhinery.com/For wellness products or to join my team:https://www.arbonne.com/us/en/arb/jillianwhinery/

Today's Guest: “Eminently quotable, PeggySue Wells is a tonic — warm like your favorite blanket, bracing like a stiff drink.” History buff, and tropical island votary, PeggySue Wells parasails, skydives, snorkels, scuba dives, and has taken (but not passed) pilot training. Writing from the 100-Acre wood in Indiana, PeggySue is the USA Today, Wall Street Journal, and Amazon bestselling author of 29 books, translated into eight languages, including The “What To Do series”, “The Slave Across the Street”, “Slavery in the Land of the Free”, “Bonding With Your Child Through Boundaries,” Homeless for the Holidays;  Chasing Sunrise, and The Ten Best Decisions A Single Mom Can Make. Social Media Links: https://singlemomcircle.com/ https://peggysuewellsdoesn'twritelikeagirl.com FB: PeggySue Wells Your Host as Always:              Dawn Scott Damon is a pastor, speaker, podcast host, mentor, and award-winning author. Dawn is a favorite keynote conference speaker and an engaging communicator who inspires her audience to maximize their God-given purpose and potential in Christ. Dreams are ignited as Dawn uses sound biblical teaching, personal stories, and humor to awaken gifts and callings found in everyone.  Dawn's Latest Book The Freedom Challenge: 60 days to Untie the Cords that Bind You The Freedom Challenge is about ridding your mind and soul of toxic, negative, and destructive thoughts that keep you captive and create destructive behavior. By 60 days in daily immersion of truth—God's Word, your mind will begin to find freedom from the harmful internal narration and instead begin to speak nourishing, inspiring, and motivating truths. You'll find freedom and powerful life changes as you your mind is freed from thought-toxins. http://www.Amazon.com/author/dawnscottdamon (www.Amazon.com/author/dawnscottdamon) http://www.dawnscottdamon.com (www.dawnscottdamon.com) http://www.freedomgirlsisterhood.com (www.freedomgirlsisterhood.com) https://www.facebook.com/freedomgirlsisterhood (https://www.facebook.com/freedomgirlsisterhood) https://ariseesther.captivate.fm/ (https://ariseesther.captivate.fm/) https://twitter.com/DawnScottDamon (https://twitter.com/DawnScottDamon) https://www.instagram.com/dawn_damon/?hl=en (https://www.instagram.com/dawn_damon/?hl=en) BOOKS Dawn has written 5 books and can be found on Dawnscottdamon.com and amazon.com/author/dawnscottdamon www.Amazon.com/author/dawnscottdamon When A Woman You Love was Abused: A Husband's Guide to Helping HIs Wife Overcome Childhood Molestation When the Woman Abused Was You: A Complete Guide to Thriving After Sexual Trauma Telling: A Guide to Finding Healing by Telling Your Abuse Story  The Freedom Challenge: 60 Days to Untie The Cords That Bind You

Today’s Face To Face Mentoring Podcast focuses on The 10 Best Decisions a Single Mom Can Make with Bestselling author, PeggySue Wells. What does a single mom need the most? How can you come alongside a child of a solo parent home? What can we do for the singles during the holidays? Learn the answer to these questions and so much more.

No matter how you became a single mom, you share the same challenges and fears all single moms have. You may feel stretched to the limit. How are you going to do this on your own? You will want to listen to my interview with author and radio talk show host PeggySue Wells more than once! She's the single mom of seven children who can help you, or someone you know, parent with courage, confidence, and clarity. 

We had a amazing conversation with Peggy Sue Wells this week!  “Eminently quotable, PeggySue Wells is a tonic — warm like your favorite blanket, bracing like a stiff drink.” History buff, and tropical island votary, PeggySue Wells parasails, skydives, snorkels, scuba dives, and has taken (but not passed) pilot training. Writing from the 100-Acre wood in Indiana, PeggySue is the bestselling author of 29 books, translated into eight languages, including The Slave Across the Street, Slavery in the Land of the Free, Bonding With Your Child Through Boundaries, Homeless for the Holidays, Chasing Sunrise, and The Ten Best Decisions A Single Mom Can Make.  We hope you enjoy this episode! Sparkle on friends!   Follow our hosts of 24 Carat Phylis Mantelli Facebook https://www.facebook.com/ phylismantelliauthorpage Instagram https://www.instagram.com/phylismantelli/   Rhonda Velez Instagram  https://www.instagram.com/p/CHn9JmEgFeO/?igshid=11hr7qyxumcew www.rhonda velez.com Facebook  https://m.facebook.com/rhonda.velez  Follow our guest www.peggysuewells.com Instagram https://instagram.com/peggysuewells?igshid=1evw0hlspa4xg                 www.rhonda velez.com   Facebook  https://m.facebook.com/rhonda.velez

In today's episode, Tamara shares 4 lessons we can learn from from trees, wind, and the storms life throws at us. Got Storms? God is At Work, Even in ThisWelcome to another episode of Tamara's takeaways in the Stories of Hope in Hard Times podcast. This week we are going to talk about my takeaways from PeggySue Wells episode last week. And she is just unbelievable and amazing. And I am so inspired by her strength and courage as she weathered her divorce with faith and came out stronger and better and able to pass on so many incredible lessons. So there was one lesson that I loved in particular that I'd love to talk about and tell you a personal story as well, and that is the fact that God is at work--even in this. No matter where you are in your life, whether it's being quarantined because of the coronavirus, cancer, diabetes, or other challenges, know God is at work. He can take that challenge and have it turn out for your good. The Story of the Straight Line WindsNow, I want to take you back in time, probably about 25 years or so. And at that point, I was preparing to be a missionary for my church. On one particular day I was just hanging out, and all of a sudden this huge storm hit and began blowing like crazy. Of course, we ran inside and took cover. Ten minutes later the storm was completely over, and I went back outside. There I was shocked to see the extent of the damage. And what had happened was there was a weather phenomenon called a derecho, which in Spanish means "straight." Basically, it's a storm that has straight line winds. This storm happened to go through Utah and the Great Basin here of the United States. And these winds were so strong, that about a mile away from where I was, they clocked the highest wind at 121 miles per hour. So you can imagine there was extensive damage. What I noticed the most were the trees. Before the storm there were trees that looked beautiful and vibrant and totally fine. After the storm, those same beautiful trees were laying flat on their side with their roots tipped up. And what's interesting about this is that the trees that was stood the storm were the trees that had sunk their roots deep into the earth. The ones that had fallen over had shallow roots. In fact, I'm looking at a picture right here of me standing by a tree and it had shallow roots, because it it just hadn't been exposed to strong winds. (https://tamarakanderson.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/Uprooted-tree.jpg) The Scientific Study on TreesAnd what's really cool is there was a study done by a bunch of scientists on trees that were exposed to wind (https://academic.oup.com/jxb/article-abstract/46/9/1139/575781?redirectedFrom=fulltext) versus trees that were not exposed to wind. And the little tiny saplings which were exposed to wind did a couple of things to the trees. The first thing is it stimulated diameter growth. So it made the tree trunk build thicker and stronger. The tree also sent out stronger roots. So exposing a tree to wind helped it have stronger roots, stronger branches. Lessons From Storms and TreesLesson #1 God is At Work--Even in ThisEvery situation you face in life can be interpreted as wind or a storm. And we can either look at the wind as something that's trying to uproot us. Or we can look at the wind as something that is trying to give us thicker roots and thicker branches so that when the next storm comes, we are stronger and our roots are more deep. And I love that is what Peggy Sue is able to now look back on her divorce and say, This gave me stronger roots. This gave me stronger branches. God was at work even in this. Maybe during this season of the coronavirus you're totally stressed out because you've been home. We all have situations in our life where the stresses and strains get to us. At that point, we can begin to build those stronger roots and branches so that we can withstand the next storm. Lesson #2...

On this episode of Stories of Hope in Hard Times, Tamara K. Anderson interviews PeggySue Wells. PeggySue never expected to go through a divorce, but she shares the secrets of how she rebuilt her life and found peace through the process.To read the entire show notes, go to https://tamarakanderson.com/episodes/peggysue-wells-the-secrets-of-rebuilding-life-after-divorce/

PeggySue Wells never expected to go through a divorce, but she shares the secrets of how she rebuilt her life and found peace through the process. PeggySue Wells: The Secrets of Rebuilding Life After DivorcePeggySue Wells is a mother of seven, has worked five years as a radio show host, is a history buff, and a tropical island votary. She parasails, skydives, snorkels, scuba dives, and has taken pilot training. She writes from the Hundred Acre Wood in Indiana and is the best selling author of 29 books including, " Chasing Sunrise (https://www.amazon.com/Chasing-Sunrise-P-S-Wells/dp/1948888645) ." Facing DivorcePeggySue remembers the toll that her mother's two divorces took on her when she was young. Her grandmother, aunt, and uncle were also divorced. Almost everyone on her mother's side of the family had experienced a divorce. PeggySue was determined not to repeat the pattern. She was going to work so that she could live happily ever after. The problem was, it didn't work. When her youngest daughter was not quite two years old, the family sat down and PeggySue told her husband that this wasn't a good environment for her or their children. She didn't want her children to think that this was how men should treat women. She told him that either he had to stop being abusive or he needed to move out. He chose to leave. PeggySue was heartbroken because this was the one thing she was going to do right in her life. She didn't have a plan B. For PeggySue, the hardest part was feeling so betrayed by someone that she had given her whole heart to. She felt that she must not be valuable enough, because if she was he would have stayed and made the effort to make it work. PeggySue remembers that one of her daughters asked him once why he didn't try to date their mom again and win the marriage back. He told her that it was too hard. But after many times in court and mediation, PeggySue is sure that working it out would have been easier. The StigmaAfter her husband left, PeggySue went into crisis management mode. Her kids were embarrassed and didn't want to tell anyone. They didn't want to be considered a "broken home." PeggySue was sure he would come back within six months so she was ok with that. Looking back now, she wishes she had told someone, because they needed help. But there was also a stigma associated with divorce twenty years ago. If you couldn't keep your marriage together you were a bad wife, a bad mom, and you didn't have enough faith. You weren't a good Christian. When the news of their divorce finally broke, PeggySue says that there were people who dropped their friendship with her family immediately. She had to realize that those actions said a lot more about her "friends" than they said about PeggySue and her family. While things are different now and people are generally more accepting of divorce, PeggySue says that those who consider themselves churchgoers still face a stigma around divorce. We are holding on so tight to the ideal that we allow things to happen that shouldn't be allowed to happen until it escalates to a point where the situation is very toxic. How to Help a Friend Going Through DivorcePeggySue says that the best thing you can do if your friend is going through a divorce is to stay by them, no matter what. PeggySue has some friends who have stuck with her through everything. She has called them to cry, to tell them how she can't believe what is happening to her, and they have empathized and discussed everything with her with no judgment. Even if they are making a choice you don't agree with, that doesn't mean you reject them. Marriage is a ContractPeggySue says a difficult part of going through her divorce was that her church, and many like it, viewed divorce as an unforgivable sin. So PeggySue turned to her scriptures often, searching for answers from God. Through studying the Bible, she learned that marriage is a contract. When divorce happens, it's...

Robert Jeffress, Cindy Wilkens, Lori Wildenberg, Lathan Watts, PeggySue Wells

Robert Jeffress, Cindy Wilkens, Lori Wildenberg, Lathan Watts, PeggySue Wells

In this interview, you will hear inspiring instructions from author PeggySue Wells on how to create the best Christmas family time this season and all year long. Be encouraged by the story of hope from her new book Homeless For The Holidays also a special Christmas Family Movie to add to your list. Merry Christmas!

Michael Landon Jr. talks about his new book Traces of Mercy. Michael Landon Jr.  Producer/Writer/Director Michael Landon Jr., son of the late television legend, Michael Landon, has been in the film business for over 25 years.  Educated at USC and a Directing Fellow graduate of the American Film Institute, he has worked in just about every capacity of the moviemaking process including film loader, 1st and 2nd assistant cameraman, stedicam operator, Director of Photography, apprentice film editor, production assistant, and actor. He has developed and/or produced, directed and written screenplays for Fox, CBS, NBC, Disney, Sony, Lifetime,  and Hallmark. Traces of Mercy At the war’s end, a young woman suffers an accident that leaves her unconscious and alone. Waking with amnesia, she takes the name Mercy and wants more than anything to find out the truth of her past. But then a handsome stranger arrives, who may hold the key to everything she has forgotten. What he knows could devastate her future, and even end her life. Written by two proven storytellers, Traces of Mercy is perfect for anyone who loves historical fiction, prairie-based tales, or just a good romance. Peggy Sue Wells Writing with the empathy of someone who has seen and survived divorce, PeggySue Wells offers a practical and encouraging resource for the newly divorced woman. With inspiring Scripture passages, light humor, and sage advice, Rediscovering Your Happily Ever After gives vital steps to reestablish emotional and spiritual health—and nurture children at the same time.