rokenness can seem like a leap into the unknown because of the steps that can only be trusted in a Sovereign and loving God. A pivot in life, as trials will come, can be key, as painful experiences can be overcome when it is turned for greater purpose. To suffer anything fits into the masterpiece of the painting of where I am in life right now, takes on a whole new vision of clarity, that when looking back, a shout of resounding praise of thankfulness to the Lord without ceasing springs forth. God blesses "a chord ing" so as life gives good musical notes, know that it is the trial notes, that birth a harmonious melody. Who I will become, has not been revealed, and to have already overcome is promise. May you find this devotional book a continued uplifting encouragement as you turn each page. Becoming a mom was my greatest joy, and being an empty nester has been my greatest achievement. I can say, I AM STILL HERE!

Sherri, an innovative, charismatic, and outgoing mother of one beautiful daughter, born in Ft Riley, KS into the world, found the sense of compassion for others easy for her, and with this passion, burst a longevity career in the medical field. Sherri, always see the glass as half full, for there is always room for continuous growth, for ceasing to learn will sink you into a life of contentment rather than purpose. What started as a hobby of writing, a greater purpose to move beyond the page of her notebook to a journey of encouraging all who crossed her path. Life can have uphill journeys but also low valley trials and through it all, she found the key to pivot while holding fast to the Lord's hand and her faith. We must not allow what happened to us to be a louder voice than who we were created to be in Christ. So as each trial comes, know that it is a steady training ground, with purposed paced steps to accomplish God's will.