Trigger warning: Before reading this post, please be aware that it contains references to childhood rape and other experiences of sexual assault. I was 9 and homeless, living in a farmhouse as me and my family didn’t have our own. I was...
Stories
Every woman and every girl inspires us. We are deeply grateful to those who have shared their stories about breakthroughs in their lives, the ways in which they have overcome fears, beliefs, or events that once kept them from connecting with their inner strength and recognizing their amazingness. Some of these stories are stories of pain and how a women or girl triumphed over it. As you read these stories, rather than focusing on the pain, choose to focus instead on the triumph and the ways that others have overcome what may once have seemed impossible to overcome. Let's celebrate their triumphs!
What is More Difficult: Losing a Mother or Becoming a Mother? Is that a stupid question? Losing a 63 year old mother to pancreatic cancer was extremely difficult, especially when your mother is Barbara Ann Riccardi, but giving birth to your one...
I never imagined that a cancer diagnosis would redefine my life in the most unexpected way. When I was diagnosed in 2012, my world shattered. The fear, uncertainty, and physical toll of treatment were overwhelming. But what lingered long after...
I am a young woman from Mkoba, a prosaic location in Gweru, Zimbabwe, raised by my resilient siblings and my courageous, ailing single mother—a family whose unwavering strength inspired me to fight for opportunities and strive for more. Life...
I’m a 12yr old and recently I’ve been getting closer to God, but in January 19 at exactly around 9:40 or 9:50 I was praying, in the middle of my prayer I saw a light, it was so bright, brighter than your phone, your tv, i felt at...
My name is Belinda Smith and this is my powerful testimony of Jesus Christ. After being saved by Jesus, I decided to dedicate my life to sharing the Word of God. Through my blog, TheBible.blog, and my social media platforms, Bible with Belle, I...
It is a story that can only be told in its entirety, I have tried other methods and there is always something missing. This is my first attempt at documenting my life story, please don’t mistake it for just a story, there is much more to...
When I was 20 years old, I experienced an ectopic pregnancy—a traumatic event that nearly ended my life. At the time, I had no idea what it was, or how serious it could be. I ignored the signs, dismissed the warnings, and let my stubbornness...
Losing a mom is never easy and no matter how many years pass, it will always feel like yesterday. I remember it was just an ordinary day at work when I got this fateful call that I had lost my mom. It was an unfortunate accident that took her...
As Christmas approaches I try to mindfully slow down and enjoy being in the moment. I love Christmas; the family time, the food, the chaos of chatter and laughter and realizing how blessed I am to be a part of a great big French Canadian...