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IF MY MOM WAS STRICTER

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This year, I started making big decisions about how I want to show up for myself career-wise, the type of community I want to build on social media, and how God can use me. Regarding that last part, I realize now that it wouldn't have even been a thought had my mom been stricter or tried to play the role of a father as a single parent. What finally led me to seek God was my willingness to read. I read Genesis and thought about how wild the stories were, and then I'd relay them to my family. I continued reading while taking notes on God's role in every story. God's role in my own story was what I was missing all along: a father. After reading the Bible back-to-back, I kept returning to it. This time, my focus was on Jesus, and I started to perceive Him as a brother. In my mind, fathers are strict, but brothers can talk them down or help them see reason. It will all make sense when you read the Bible—I promise. My sweet mom, I now realize, is perfect just as God intended ...
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How to Support Small Businesses & Local Creators (Without Spending More )

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Crochet Slides By Shazzy In a world full of big brands and fast everything, supporting small businesses and local creators is one of the easiest ways to keep our communities alive — and honestly, it feels good knowing your support actually matters. The best part? You don’t always need money to make a difference. Sometimes it's just a tap, a share, or showing up with good energy. Here’s how you can support the people behind the talents, one simple action at a time. 1. Low-Effort, Big Impact Support These are the “I’m on my phone anyway” actions — fast, free, and incredibly powerful. • Engage online Like the post. Drop a comment. Share it on your stories. Save it. Every little action boosts them in the algorithm, and trust me — creators feel it. • Leave a review A short, honest review on Google Maps, Facebook, or any platform they use can instantly boost their credibility. Businesses grow faster when people trust them. • Spread the word Tell your friends, your work bestie, your cousi...
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