Women Alive

“This is rowing at its best!” I think to myself,as I enjoy the smell of orange blossoms coming from the orchard. When the results come in later via email, I find out just how much I was off the pace by. Suddenly, I’ve forgotten the warm sun, the smell of orange blossoms, and how much I’d enjoyed myself.
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I have already begun planning activities to do with my first grandchild. But when someone called me "Granny" recently, I quickly changed the subject when the topic of my age came up. I've been thinking about pride lately, and I wonder how it impacts how we respond to growing older.
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Every morning, I wake up knowing I am destined for greatness. But then I look in the mirror, and see my own grittiness staring back at me. At those times, a gift from a dear family member reminds me of my true value.
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Want to know more about Women Alive featured speaker Connie Cavanaugh? Read on! - April 27, 2012
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I always said I've only made the national women's rowing team because of God's work in my life. But now that I had the opportunity to tell this to millions of people, I was hesitating. What was I afraid of?
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When I discovered dairy products were the cause of my internal misery, I told everyone I knew. I brought it up in countless conversations, describing my life “before”and “after” giving up dairy. But when talking about Jesus, I've learned to take a different approach.
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I was thrilled when I received Giorgio perfume one Christmas. But eventually, the excitement wore off. It makes me wonder about what else I "give off."
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I could hardly breathe. The memories in the house were chocking me. I had to

We often talk about God as our Father. But how do we relate to him when our earthly fathers leave? One Women Alive writer shares what she learned grieving the death of her dad.
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Maybe you've been reading Donna Lowe's articles on our site. But now, if you live in the Grande Prairie, AB, area you can hear her - live! Learn more about this year's keynote speaker here.
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