Tag Archives: hope

Brave Healers, Speak for Those Who Can’t

Posted on October 2, 2018 by susansplace

The Kavanaugh hearings, and especially the testimony of Dr. Christine Blasey Ford, have shaken me to the core. I’m not alone. That is evident by the reports of 100’s if not 1,000’s of women and men reporting their stories. I … Continue reading →

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Writing is Healing

Posted on May 21, 2018 by susansplace

My daughter’s book launch starts today! This is a book about healing. Laura has a mission to redefine healing and start a revolution of brave healers who are writing, speaking and sharing their stories with the world.  I’m so proud … Continue reading →

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Auntie E

Posted on May 17, 2016 by susansplace

I need to stop, breathe, think, and get these thoughts down. They are important. As simple as they may sound, to me they say it all and they are worth saying. My Auntie E is 96 years old and as … Continue reading →

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Let Freedom Ring

Posted on February 23, 2016 by susansplace

When was the last time you thanked God for your freedom? For thousands of children in Cambodia, it is their prayer; and for a few, they give thanks. I thank God for Agape International Ministries and for the SWAT team … Continue reading →

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Giving Thanks

Posted on November 25, 2015 by susansplace

And praying for peace.

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Black Bird Walking

Posted on October 6, 2015 by susansplace

I love starting my day with a walk to this beautiful place. Nothing better than a walk with a good friend; talking it all out, considering all the possibilities that this grand life offers. Never too old to play tag … Continue reading →

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Jasmine Finds Hope

Posted on June 14, 2015 by susansplace

I will be returning to Cambodia in January, to work alongside my church mission team with children who have been rescued from human trafficking and slavery. (See posts during October/November 2014) I am writing stories for the children in the … Continue reading →

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One Giant Step Forward

Posted on June 13, 2015 by susansplace

It has been three years since my husband passed away. Three of the most volatile years I’ve ever experienced. I’ve got stories, but dwelling on the past won’t heal this soul. The grieving goes on for quite some time; one … Continue reading →

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Patty Cake – A Cambodia Story – #6

Posted on November 20, 2014 by susansplace

By mid-week, that first week in Cambodia, the team had learned a lot. That oppressive heat and humidity – God’s personal makeup remover – led us to a family-owned shop nearby the safe house, and to the best ice coffees … Continue reading →

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Garbage Day – A Story of Cambodia – #3

Posted on November 16, 2014 by susansplace

We make our way to a neighborhood restaurant, stepping carefully through the muddy streets. A small girl, holding a basket of handmade bracelets under one arm, leans against a pole and watches our street-side table intently. She stares at me, brown … Continue reading →

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