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Fighting For Courage

One of my very best friends from high school, Lindsay, was recently diagnosed with breast cancer. She has two little girls and handled her diagnosis with a grace and dignity...

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A Little Extra Courage

I sent my courage key to my cousin Tara. Her 18 month old daughter isn't walking yet and has to have an MRI next week to rule out any problems....

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The Courage To Face Pain

Last Wednesday in Oklahoma City a mother and her two young sons were leaving McDonald's after a play date and were hit by a car. The three year old was...

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A Courageous Woman

My mom is the strongest, most courageous woman I know. When she was 18 she left home and joined the Navy during the Vietnam war. Stationed state-side, she met my...

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Out Of Your Comfort Zone

I have watched my sister-in-law grow up since she was a little girl. She has had some really hard times, but has walked through the fire and allowed it to...

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Courage Needed

I decided to take a leave of absence from my teaching career - my calling and passion. It was becoming toxic for me. Too many things that just tore me...

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