Monday, March 7, 2016

Encouragement: Tim's Place

Welcome Back Readers~

I'm sorry it's been two weeks since my last post; but here is a bit of encouragement to get your started out right...

Meet Tim Harris the first person with down syndrome to own his own restaurant. He lives in Albuquerque New Mexico and has been in business for five years. In a strange turn of events, though, he has decided to close down in pursuit of a new dream- a life with his girlfriend,Tiffani Johnson. The two met at Down Syndrome convention.

To read more about this story,
http://www.cbsnews.com/news/down-syndrome-couple-gets-their-happily-ever-after/

Tuesday, February 2, 2016

Karen Kingsbury's Baxter Family novels to come to life..

Dear Readers,
Following the success of "A.D.: The Bible Continues" Roma Downey has decided to bring Karen Kingsbury's popular characters of The Baxter Family to life. This 22 book series begins with "Redemption" which chronicles the marital issues of Tim and Laura Baxter Jacobs; from the very beginning, Laura is determined to try and make it work insisting they go to counseling. But as with life, things are never that simple. For more information on the Karen Kingsbury series, go to:
 http://www.amazon.com/Redemption-Series-Baxter-Book-Karen-Kingsbury/dp/0842356223
For more  on the upcoming TV series, it can be accessed here:

http://deadline.com/2016/02/roma-downey-the-baxter-family-faith-based-novel-tv-series-1201694238/no

Friday, January 29, 2016

RISEN Official Trailer - In Theaters Feb 2016


Happy Friday Everyone~

After the Virginia area was the bombarded with snow, it took us a while to dig out. I hope any fellow readers in my area are doing well with the snow and things are getting back to normal. That was quite a storm. 

Anyway, I thought I would share with you a upcoming movie that shows the resurrection of Jesus from a unique perspective- that of a Roman  soldier. In the movie,  Clavius (played by Joseph  Fiennes) and his aide  Lucius (Tom Felton) are given the task of finding out what happened to Jesus'  body in the weeks following his crucifixion in the hopes of preventing an uprising and finally putting to rest the rumors of a risen Messiah. In the process, though, he grapples with his own questions of faith; in the end, this will affect his own spiritual destiny.

For more information on the movie, please visit
http://www.risen-movie.com/



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Wednesday, January 27, 2016

National Cystic Fibrosis Awareness Day

Hello Everyone~

Yesterday was National Cystic Fibrosis Awareness Day. Cystic fibrosis (CF) is a chronic lung disease that eventually spreads to other organs;it is a genetic disorder which causes a thick buildup of mucus in the lungs and pancreas. Approximately 30,000 people in the US suffer from CF. In fact, two of Matt Roger's own children have it. Matt is a member of the Hallmark cable channel "Home and Family" staff that appears for segments occasionally.

"That [CF] is not the banner of the Rogers household; the banner of the Rogers household is Jesus is Lord. That's my banner every single day and greater is He that is in us than all of that that's in the world.."

He continues saying,"... Because the second I put the label of cystic fibrosis on them, they're going to wear that and that's what they're going to become and I don't believe that. Faith isn't denying a problem's existence but it's denying the influence of that problem in your life. So I have this problem but I have this God that's bigger than the problem and that's where I keep my focus.."

Matt's children, Mason and Sam, require two hour daily breathing treatments. People with CF eventually require lung transplants which can cost $40,000 with insurance ($800,000 without insurance)



Christina Davidson's Foundation aims to provide support for those who cannot financially afford the cost. For more information on the foundation, please visit: TheCDFoundation.org

Monday, January 25, 2016

Pro Surfer Bethany Hamilton Talks About Motherhood

Welcome Back Readers~

Many of you may remember when Bethany Hamilton made headlines after losing an arm as a result of a shark attack back in 2003. From the very beginning, the 13-year-old refused to look at her disability as an obstacle to accomplishing her dream of becoming a professional surfer; now 26 years old, Hamilton continues to inspire millions with her unstoppable personality in the midst of life's challenges. In a recent article on Daily Mail Online, she opens up about becoming a new mother and the lessons Hamilton hopes to pass down to her son, Tobias. Tobias was born on June 1, 2015, weighing 7.9 pounds and measured 21 inches long.

Hamilton experienced no problems during her pregnancy and labor; however, all of that changed when Bethany and husband Adam brought the baby home. Tobias developed colic, a condition that causes infants to become fussy and are inconsolable with bouts of screaming or crying. The cause of colic is unknown but common theories revolve around food allergies, overstimulation, and anxiety. Along with that, the couple had two figures out different ways of accomplishing daily tasks such as putting on a diaper. For more of  the interview, feel free to view the following link:

http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-3408579/Midnight-cravings-colicky-newborn-changing-diapers-feet-Pro-surfer-Bethany-Hamilton-reveals-caring-new-baby-one-arm-challenging-surf-board.html?ito=social-facebook

Friday, January 22, 2016

A Fragile Life Worth All Our Love

Dear Readers

This week our church celebrated Sanctity Of Life Sunday; having a disability myself, I am adamant that every life has value and purpose in this world and that they had that right to fulfill God's role for them.. The following blog is a perfect example of this. Please check it out!

http://www.desiringgod.org/articles/a-fragile-life-worth-all-our-love

Thursday, January 21, 2016

American Idol 2016 Audition – Mario Bonds – Inseparable

Hey Guys~

Yesterday's auditions of American Idol featured a variety of talents including that of Mario Bonds. Bonds was diagnosed with a degenerative eye disease at the age of ten; faced with a lifetime of blindness, he struggled to accept his disability.. Check out this inspirational and see if you agree with the judges sentiment!






http://www.foxnews.com/entertainment/2016/01/21/blind-man-american-idol-audtition-ends-in-tears/


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