I thought you might enjoy seeing what sparked interest on the Blog at “Embracing the Unexpected” for the second quarter of 2018. Below you will find the top viewed posts, articles with the most shares, places where we had the most comments, as well as our favorite guest posts.
THE BEST OF THE SECOND QUARTER 2018
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A Few of the Top Viewed Posts
Second Quarter 2018
When you do not know how to help, what do you do? We are a family impacted by mental illness. It came like a thief in the night, robbing us of all normalcy and turning our lives upside down. We had no idea what hit us. Many friends walked away out of fear or not knowing how to help. What kind of friend would you be?
When You Think Your Marriage Will Fail
Do you ever think your marriage will fail or maybe even wish it would? I remember the words clear as day. The kind doctor cleared her throat looked me in the eyes, paused and said, “You do know most marriages fail under these circumstances.”
Most Shared Blog Posts – Second Quarter 2018
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Do you ever struggle with allowing yourself to feel good when those around you are hurting profoundly? Maybe their struggle is so intense it feels wrong to show any happiness? You are not alone; joy can feel wrong for many reasons in the midst of the unexpected but remember feelings are not facts.
When You Think Your Marriage Will Fail
Blog Posts with the Most Comments
Second Quarter 2018
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Do You Really Want to Be Happy?
At first glance, one might think the question, “Do you want to be happy?” to be absurd. After all, doesn’t everyone want happiness? However, if you genuinely desire happiness or bit more of it in your life, you must choose to work towards it and avoid the pitfall of unhappiness?
When you do not know how to help, what do you do? We are a family impacted by mental illness. It came like a thief in the night, robbing us of all normalcy and turning our lives upside down. We had no idea what hit us. Many friends walked away out of fear or not knowing how to help. What kind of friend would you be?
Our Favorite Guest Blog Posts
Second Quarter 2018
What do you need to know about anxiety to help yourself or someone you love? We all will experience it from time to time. But maybe you’re wondering how to determine when every day anxious feelings are something more.When it comes to mental illness, there are certain things we all need to know. Today we have a special guest, Amy Simpson who eloquently shares with us a little bit of her story and what we must be sure to understand.
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Thanks for sharing your successful posts with us on the #LMMLInkup this week.
Thank you for being wonderful hosts. Maree
I love how you write from the heart. Your faith resonates through your writing. Excellent article. Thank for you doing this.
Stephanie – Thank you! I hope you have a wonderful week. Maree
So many wonderful posts here, my friend ♥ Thank you for blessing so many with your words that point to Jesus as our hope!
Lori – Thank you! Maree
What a fun review!
Thank you!
I’m sure many have been blessed by God’s truth on these important subjects.
Donna, Thank you! Maree
Easy to see why these stuck a chord with readers!
Michele,
Thank you for your kind words. Hope you have a wonderful weekend.
Blessings,
Maree
Hi Maree,
I like this post, you have given me some inspiration! I so enjoyed ‘When you don’t know how to help”
Jennifer
Jennifer,
Thank you! Your words have blessed me today. You are in my thoughts and prayer, sending prayers up for you right now.
Blessings,
Maree
It’s always fun to look back at what resonated with readers. Thanks for sharing these posts again. I see several I missed but am interested in!
Lisa.
I agree it is fun to see what resonated with our readers. Honestly, sometimes it surprises me.
Blessings,
Maree