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Adding "Yet" to the end of an "I can't" statement encourages resilience and makes difficult things seem possible. Clutz is a very CLUMSY cat! He doesn't like to try new things because he's afraid he'll get hurt. Maybe his motto will help: I don't know how to do this YET, and though it may be tough, I'll try my best to do it right. My best is good enough. Will Clutz learn that it's okay to make mistakes, that there are such things as second chances, and that doing our best is what matters most?

Eden Creswell finds herself in River Bend, Wyoming, without a man to marry. Knowing she can’t go back to her Delaware home, she does the only thing she can: pretend to be someone’s fiancée. Ryder Graham is surprised by one thing after another. First, his depressing paralyzed state, and then a woman shows up on his doorstep claiming to be his mail-order bride. He wonders if it is possible he ordered a bride and didn’t know it, but without another option, he takes her up on her gracious offer to help, alleviating his sister from the duty.

Dana Jones is getting married—or at least that’s what she tells her poor uncle when he’s all but forced to throw her from his house. But when Dana Jones finds out that the husband-to-be she made up actually exists, everything changes! For Kyle Miller, stepping into the job as sheriff in town is the perfect step for him. Unfortunately, the townspeople don’t see it that way. They want the stability and example of a married man guiding the laws of their town and tell Kyle as much. He’s got to find a wife or get out!

Melissa Bradley was orphaned at a young age and knew nothing of what it was like to have a true family. At the age of 16, she is now forced to leave the only home she’s ever known to become a mail-order bride. She only hopes for one thing, though: a family. Nathan Warren grew up a troublemaker in the midst of a large family. In order to escape, he ran off to become a sailor and travel the world. Along the way, he found more than he bargained for. With faith firmly planted in the Lord and the desire for marriage, he sets out on a new journey with the woman he’s brought out west.

Martha Plinket’s plans are derailed when a group of Indians intercept her train. Stranded in the mountains, how will Martha escape and find her way home? Gabriel Marsh has given up living in society for his secluded mountain cabin. His only interaction with humans is with the Indians he trades with. His peaceful quiet is interrupted when it becomes clear his only option is to rescue Martha and take her into town. A place he hasn’t been to for years. Their troubles are far from over when Gabriel discovers the fate of his family.

An orphan caught in an unhappy situation, Abigail Summer accepts an invitation to assist her friend in her pregnancy. Little does she know the invitation will change her life more than she ever dreamed possible. Jacob Whitcomb is finally ready for a wife, though the minute he finally takes the initiative to bring his mail-order bride out West, he discovers that his bride has more in her arms than a few bags and a hat—a brand-new baby! Brought together, both with secrets to share, Abigail and Jacob will have to overcome more than they ever expected in order to preserve their family.

When Teresa Gordan’s well-respected and rich parents are supposed lost at sea, she finds herself under the care of a grasping aunt. Aunt Tiffany intends to posses the poor girl’s inheritance by marrying her off to her wastrel brother. Such dire measures require Teresa to flee west, but when she arrives, she finds that the locals' reception cold as ice. Despite her growing love for Isaac Murdoch, the local pastor and man of her dreams, she vows to cut him loose and make her own way, whatever the consequences. But Isaac knows his calling is to be beside this fascinating young woman.

Having lost her entire family through a terrible plague aboard the boat that brought her to America, Leslie Logan still hopes for a better life in this land of opportunity. Opportunity for 19-year-old Leslie seems as far away as her forsaken homeland, and circumstances go from bad to worse. Her last hope is to travel west as a mail-order bride. Little does she realize that her trip to Green River is on false pretenses, and that she will not be welcomed by the man who supposedly invited her there. Only the kindness of a poor young farmer offers a ray of hope for the young girl.

Orphaned Gwendolyn knows she will be thrown to the street on her 18th birthday—just one year away. All she dreams of is to be part of a loving family, and know and marry a man who will truly cherish her. When naïve Gwen is convinced to run away with smooth-talking Oscar Hunter, her longing for love blinds her to his true intentions. Abandoned as a child, she is now abandoned again by the man she thought she loved. It is only the kindness of an elderly Christian mother traveling on the same westbound train that saves Gwendolyn from utter despair.

With this beautiful book, your child can explore mini gospel lessons relevant to kids today and repeat faith-based affirmations. It will remind your child of their value and purpose as a precious child of God.

Are you a Gen Xer who feels misunderstood, overlooked, or nostalgic? Do you want to hear from people who share your experiences, challenges, and passions? Then tune in to The Gen X Talk Podcast, where we celebrate the generation that changed the world.

Vienne is trying desperately to support herself and her six-month-old baby when she is threatened with having baby Cooper taken away. A promising mail order bride advertisement causes her to flee to Oregon.

Immersive, real stories from history, seen through the lens of faith. Fact is often more surprising than fiction, and the listeners may find themselves surprised by what was left out of their history books.

Henry Oatway…tall, lanky and his ears a size too big. Amber Camfield…pretty, warm, yearning and…lonely. Two hearts that are not yet beating as one. Thankfully there are the twins, too. Penny and Terry have been put in charge of Henry after the unfortunate death of their dear parents, and these twins are no pushovers. They will not leave a stone unturned to make Henry realize he's supposed to declare his love for Amber.

We are Learners of Life, Love, Liberty and Light.      The Word of God says that Jesus is Life, God is Love, The Spirit brings Liberty and His Light lives in us.     " For it is the God who commanded light to shine out of darkness, who has shone in our hearts to give the light of the knowledge of the glory of God in the face of Jesus Christ."     2 Cor. 4:6

Whatever I feel like talking about: Love, Marriage, Divorce, Relationships, Work, and Spirituality. I will not be discussing anything to do with Politics. These are my own personal thoughts, feelings, and experiences. If it resonates…cool. If it doesn’t resonate…cool. Either way show your love & support. We don’t have to agree, but that doesn’t mean we can’t communicate respectfully. Take the polls. Leave comments. Let’s talk about it!

It Is Time To Stand Up emerges as a clarion call for Christians to rise with conviction and courage. This podcast serves as a beacon of light, guiding believers to live out their faith boldly. Christian perspectives to encourage, equip, and inspire you on issues facing today’s culture. In each episode, host Misty Phillip shares Biblical wisdom and insightful conversations with media personalities, faith leaders, authors, musicians, and influencers as they explore the intersection of faith, media, and culture. Download our free devotional guide – https://misty-phillip.ck.page/9142d8398c

We are Dave and Misty Dolphin, and these are the kinds of conversations we have on dates, in the car between kid activities or when we're brushing our teeth at the end of the night. Some of them are lighthearted and funny. Some of them are more serious than that. Our hope is that you see a bit of yourself in the ups and downs of our life and realize you're not alone in this world. Join us as we talk about relationships, marriage, parenting, careers, finances and everything else a married couple in this middle-of-life season goes through. New episodes every other week on Thursdays.

When 16-year-old Charlotte Stevens discovers an unusual map and letters among her grandfather’s things, she becomes obsessed with the inscription on the back of the faded papers: “If you care, take this dare. Beyond the shadows, radiance blazes.” Her curiosity carries her to North Dakota, to an old acquaintance of her late grandfather, but before her arrival, the man who held the secrets she so longed to uncover dies. It seems her search has come to an abrupt end, but a new discovery awaits her in his dusty home—one that will introduce her to a treasure beyond any price.

Callie is the daughter of a rich but heartless industrialist in Baltimore. She witnessed the heartbreaking death of her neglected mother, and now her father insists she marry to extend his business empire. Plucky Callie refuses, insisting that she would rather marry a poor railroad worker than become the plaything of a rich man. Frederick Cameron, the intended match for poor Callie, determines to test the young lady's noble insistence that she marry for love and not money. His grand scheme causes him to travel and step down from the high place of privilege, with startling results.