Tag: Strength

Lifestyle, Writing, Podcasting, Military Life, Inspirtation, North Carolina

Joann Yost: Gold Star Wife, Breast Cancer Survivor, Mother, Business Woman, Guiding Light

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I had the pleasure to sit down with this extraordinary woman and chat about all of her struggles and triumphs after surviving her husband's death in combat, her transition to single-parenting, then beating breast cancer which inspired her to open her own business in order to create a safe harbor for others fighting for their lives— to provide them hope and help them feel beautiful on their journey. Take a LISTEN to our inspiring, and motivational conversation on Hodge Podge Podcast here: https://anchor.fm/jalisonpaulyahoocom/episodes/Joann-JoJo-Yost-Survivor--Warrior--Inspiration-e4d7ol

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Wendi Iacobello Interview: NC Native, Milspouse, Advocate, Creator of Strength 4 Spouses,Woman of Faith

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https://anchor.fm/jalisonpaulyahoocom/episodes/Interview-with-Wendi-Iacobello-Strength-for-Spouses-e41odq Today, I was honored to sit down and speak with Wendi Iacobello— former Special Education teacher and college professor, Army wife, professional blogger, and freelance writer (among a host of many other talents and expertise). She is a native of Western North Carolina— raised in beautiful Marion, NC not far from Asheville, and the… Continue reading Wendi Iacobello Interview: NC Native, Milspouse, Advocate, Creator of Strength 4 Spouses,Woman of Faith

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Do unto others and reap the rewards.

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Over the past several months since publishing my first children's book, I have had to ask others for help and support. I've had to reach out and ask people to trust in me and my little book— and allow me to visit their elementary schools, libraries, bookstores, as well as other venues. Not to mention… Continue reading Do unto others and reap the rewards.

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Serendipity, Inspiration, Fellowship, AND Stephen King, Found at the Automotive Shop

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I've been putting off going to the mechanic to have my rear passenger side tire looked at— the one I've been putting air in for the past month due to a slow leak. Undoubtedly, victim to a stray nail left behind in my garage or along the roadway somewhere. My usual mechanic here in Fayetteville,… Continue reading Serendipity, Inspiration, Fellowship, AND Stephen King, Found at the Automotive Shop

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Contentment Found at Gillis Hill Farm

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Five years ago, my family found a treasure tucked away on a winding country road on the edges of Cumberland County, North Carolina not far from our home in Fayetteville. A sacred place where we would find contentment, quiet moments of togetherness and joyful, sugar-filled hikes along green pastures and wooded trails. Five years ago,… Continue reading Contentment Found at Gillis Hill Farm

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Thank You, Fayetteville, North Carolina

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Ten years ago, I left a cozy boho, beach life in Wilmington, North Carolina and moved two hours west to Fayetteville, North Carolina. I was newly engaged to marry my Green Beret beau— bordering on life as a soon-to-be Army wife. As most native North Carolinians, I had some bias and underestimated visions of what… Continue reading Thank You, Fayetteville, North Carolina

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Self-Doubt is Just the Worst!

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Self-Doubt is a cancer that feeds on your every insecurity. Even when things are going well in your life, self-doubt creeps up your spine through your organs, into your neck and right into your brain. It spreads and spreads— and before you know it, you talk yourself out of everything you wish to accomplish. But,… Continue reading Self-Doubt is Just the Worst!