Welcome to 2024!

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I am so glad you're here & I'm so excited for us to journey together through the 2024 scriptures and calendar paintings!  Lord willing, on the first of each month I will post a devotion that dives deeper into the scripture on your calendar page.

*You do not have to own a calendar to follow along!

*I send out email reminders with a link on the first of each month.  If you'd like to sign up, you can do so by sending me your email address here!


Since we have some new friends joining us this year, I wanted to take this opportunity to also introduce myself!
 

My name is Emily.  Jesus rescued me from death and has brought me through a fair share of heartache.  I have all brothers, lots of fish, and a pup named Winnie.  Winnie is an ESA & therapy dog, so she frequently accompanies me to the doctor.  From 2013-2021 I was an elementary school teacher, tutor, and reading specialist.  I worked with the best kids and I miss them every day.

In 2021, I had a grand mal seizure which resulted in a concussion.  I was diagnosed with post concussive syndrome and have struggled with my health ever since.  In September 2023, I had another major health episode, which resulted in a setback from PCS as well as a whole new host of symptoms.  To read more about my health story, check out the link above.

I have always loved painting and the Lord has used art to minister to me in a number of ways throughout my life.  I am humbled and grateful to share these paintings with you.

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