by Jackie Bledsoe | Jul 7, 2012 | Faith, MentoRING, Raising Kids
We live in a world today, where almost everything is documented. I have probably taken more pictures of my 2 and 6 year-old boys, than I had taken of me during my entire childhood! We are “Big Brother” Social media sites and blogs capture much of what we...
by Jackie Bledsoe | Jul 3, 2012 | Faith, PerseveRING
Since March 2011 at 6:30AM every single morning, the leaders of my church have been hosting a prayer call for all who want to join in. We call it the “Fresh Fire” Prayer Call, and it has been a true model of consistency and a blessing for me and my family....
by Jackie Bledsoe | Jul 1, 2012 | Faith, Wedding RING
If you have lived long enough than you have experienced broken promises. Whether that be a broken promised to you or a broken promise from you, more than likely it has happened. It is not a good feeling no matter which side of the broken promise you find yourself...
by Jackie Bledsoe | Jun 30, 2012 | Faith, PerseveRING
The Paralympic Track and Field trials for the 2012 London Games is taking place this week in my city (Indianapolis). There have been many feature articles in the local paper, The Indy Star. One particular feature caught my eye. It is the story of a paralympion,...
by Jackie Bledsoe | Jun 28, 2012 | Faith, PerseveRING
Sometimes in life we can look back and pinpoint specific events or moments in which we knew life would never be the same. Other times we don’t realize the significance of an event until years later, and we can reflect on where we went from there. I always say I...
by Jackie Bledsoe | Jun 25, 2012 | Faith, PerseveRING
I have a problem. I sometimes take on more than I can handle and don’t rely on those around me. Sometimes I think it is a pride issue, sometimes a patience issue, and even a trust issue. I’ve learned that I am not the only one like that, there are others...