Upheld Official Book Tour by The Grace Lane Authors :)
Life happens. Ordinary and extraordinary events fill the days and nights, but regardless of the circumstance, God is there. We’re five friends who, over the course of a decade, learned to recognize the heavenly touches in our lives. We share our stories in a series of short vignettes, as glimpses of the profound and practical ways God lifts us.
First as a newlywed and then as a young mother, Rebekah awakens to the daily light that comes from realizing how often and simply the Lord touches her life. Jeni nurtures a child with special needs and learns that strength and support are only a prayer away. Elizabeth forges a new path towards renewal and regeneration after she exits the roller coaster ride of her spouse’s addiction. Faith discovers the beauty of reminders from a loving Heavenly Father that she has worth and the precious gift of agency. Dawn opens her mind to the understanding that no matter what happens peace can abound and everything will work out.
In Upheld: Ordinary women discovering an Extraordinary God we invite you to walk with us, explore the nooks and crannies of life, and have joy in the knowledge that you are not forgotten. As you read, we hope you will also discover God upholding you in your own life.
Five women have joined together under the pen name, Grace Lane, to write about their personal experiences in hopes to inspire and uplift others. The following character sketches will give you a little insight about each author.
Writing about motherhood and her husband’s health struggles, Rebekah lives true to the meaning of her name—to bind. Life’s experiences have shaped her into a wise, steadfast daughter of God who has the beautiful ability to make others laugh through her clever wit.
Jeni’s stories revolve around the loving care of her son with special needs. Knowing that he will not live out his childhood, she’s armed with strength and determination to give him the best life possible. The bright hope Jeni finds through the Savior will encourage the lowest of hearts.
Elizabeth is passionate about sharing the Light of Christ. You’ll feel this in reading about the challenges she faces with her spouse’s addiction and divorce. Through sophistication, uplifting words, and a touch of spunk, she’s a modern-day disciple “gathering in the fold” and feeding His sheep.
A woman of intuition, Faith has a distinctive gift for understanding people. Her personal goal in life is to help women recognize their potential in whatever role they fill. She writes about her battle in overcoming abuse as a child and her fight with low self-esteem.
Dawn:
A single mom for ten years, Dawn not only believes the motto “Light trumps darkness”, but she lives it every day. Her short stories are about finding God after a heart-crushing divorce. Dawn touches many lives through her unwavering testimony and simple ways.
Rebekah:
Writing about motherhood and her husband’s health struggles, Rebekah lives true to the meaning of her name—to bind. Life’s experiences have shaped her into a wise, steadfast daughter of God who has the beautiful ability to make others laugh through her clever wit.
Jeni:
Jeni’s stories revolve around the loving care of her son with special needs. Knowing that he will not live out his childhood, she’s armed with strength and determination to give him the best life possible. The bright hope Jeni finds through the Savior will encourage the lowest of hearts.
Elizabeth:
Elizabeth is passionate about sharing the Light of Christ. You’ll feel this in reading about the challenges she faces with her spouse’s addiction and divorce. Through sophistication, uplifting words, and a touch of spunk, she’s a modern-day disciple “gathering in the fold” and feeding His sheep.
Faith:
A woman of intuition, Faith has a distinctive gift for understanding people. Her personal goal in life is to help women recognize their potential in whatever role they fill. She writes about her battle in overcoming abuse as a child and her fight with low self-esteem.Dawn:
A single mom for ten years, Dawn not only believes the motto “Light trumps darkness”, but she lives it every day. Her short stories are about finding God after a heart-crushing divorce. Dawn touches many lives through her unwavering testimony and simple ways.
Faith
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10 Things to do with my kids:
10.
Play board games
9.
Play the "guessing" game to different topics at dinner
time.
8.
Attend a play or concert together
7.
Go swimming!! Play at the beach.
6.
Make a movie together, or watch their movies they made
5.
Read books and write books together
4.
Try new foods together!
3.
Bake goodies to share with neighbors
2.
Watch movies together after making popcorn or a yummy treat
1.
Go on an adventure, even if its in our own backyard.
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10 Desserts (in no particular order because all desserts are
incredible!)
Kulolo
Tiramasu
Italian
Ice
Strawberry
Shortcake with whipped cream and lots of fresh berries
Homemade
vanilla ice cream with peaches
My
grandma's poppy seed bread with lemon icing
caramel
salted ice cream
Blueberry
Cheese Danish
Greek
Chocolate Mousse Cake
Mango
Mousse Cake
Snippet #4
It’s the shortest month and
the leanest month. This week I have night class and I need to bring
dinner for everyone. I worry about how to feed my family for the week
and still take my turn feeding my classmates...
On my way into the grocery
store, I say a little prayer in my heart. “Please let the lettuce
be on sale.” Well, the lettuce is on sale, the broccoli is on sale,
the milk is on sale, the onions are on sale, the pineapple is on
sale, the bacon is on sale, the sour cream is on sale. Everything I
need for my class and my family is on sale. I buy what I need for
half of what I would normally spend.
I do what I can and God
makes up the difference. --Dawn
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