Hello, everyone! I was so honored when Cyndi asked me to share my story! My name is Julie Dickens, and I’m a single mom to my amazing 13-year-old daughter, Marley. We have lived in McKinney, TX for the last 11 years. My daughter and family mean the world to me,...
Sunshine Stories
"Living My Passion"
"God's Got This"
Jami Carey's Story
When this idea of “sharing story” was brought to me a few years ago, I thought it was bizarre. Why would anyone want to write their story out? What in the world does that even look like? Why would anyone ever want to hear my story? Do I even have...
The Lord Plans My Steps
Mandy Chidichimo's Story
“In his heart a man plans his course, but the Lord determines his steps.” Proverbs 16:9 I’ve adored children my entire life. I grew up in an Assemblies of God church in a small East Texas town. When I began 6th grade, I was no longer eligible to attend children’s...
"Why So Many?" One Mother's Secret Journey with Rage, Shame, and Healing
Mary Bias' Story
“Are they all yours?” “Are you guys going to have any more?” “Are you all done?” These questions are pretty common for young families, and I believe the comments are rarely from a judgmental or negative place. People are genuinely curious and they often don’t know what else to say....
"Warriors Wait"
Nora Davis' Story
I had never heard the concept of “sharing your story” until I joined MOPS. Growing up in the church, I had definitely heard many people share their “testimony,” but that word always seemed far more substantial and important than anything I’d have to offer. I mean after all, how impactful...