The Journey Is Real Podcast

Carrie Cowan explains their journey in being 'baptized by fire' into the world of Type 1 Diabetes with her granddaughter. She also tells of how they went about finding a way to get the 'Queen Bee' Brooke a service dog. Their inspirational journey will have you amazed at how God set it all up before they even knew they would need her service dog.

#BeeSomebodyBrave

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Anchor.FM:

https://anchor.fm/authoress-cj/episodes/Carrie-Cowan---Juvenile-Diabetes-ea9m0o

YouTube:

 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tmGnewkm5KQ

Edward Hancock II is, as he calls it, "a wheelchair guy in an able-bodied world." Take a listen and see what a portion of his world looks like. Also, we talk about his challenges, successes, and the lessons he has learned along the way!

He is also an author. You can find him online at:

Website: 

https://www.edwardhancockii.com/?fbclid=IwAR3-7WhZrnHlF4ke-aSdAEvZGvOqY73lY7k7owAHp3Qbjr0Vn25cJPAyP5I 

FaceBook:

https://www.facebook.com/AuthorEdwardHancockII/

Anchor.FM:

https://anchor.fm/authoress-cj/episodes/Edward-Hancock-II---Overcoming-ChallengesA-Wheelchair-Guy-In-An-Able-Bodied-World-eagc5d

YouTube:

https://youtu.be/-AmlVtZIVuk

The domestic violence statistics are staggering. For those who have experienced this epidemic, or are perhaps currently in this situation...there is hope! 

Ryan Thomas of Hope's Door New Beginnings Center shares his passion regarding Hope's Door and their outreach. We also discuss the different programs Hope's Door offers.

C.J. is a domestic violence survivor as well, and shares a little from her perspective during this segment.

Hope's Door New Beginnings Center Website:

https://hdnbc.org

Their 24hr Hotline:

972-276-0057

National Domestic Violence Hotline:

1-800-799-7233

There is hope!

Anchor.FM:

https://anchor.fm/authoress-cj/episodes/Ryan-Thomas---Hopes-Door-New-Beginnings-Center-Domestic-Violence-eah9br/a-a1cleki

YouTube:

https://youtu.be/FfMae3WGV7U

More than 400.000 children are currently in the foster care system in the United States alone. Here are a few more statistics to consider: Out of 100 couples in the United States, about 12 to 13 of them have trouble becoming pregnant. About 135,000 children are adopted in the United States each year. Of non-stepparent adoptions, about 59% are from the child welfare (or foster) system, 26% are from other countries, and 15% are voluntarily relinquished American babies. Adoption gives one a different perspective on the world. The selfless act can change lives on so many levels! It changes not only the life of the child, but also of those who choose to foster or adopt these littles. My guests on this episode, along with her husband wanted a family. They have a lot of love they wanted to share, but they had issues with infertility. She shares that journey, as well as the journey that changed their lives when they chose to adopt. She shares their adoption journey, along with a little surprise at the end! Take a listen!

For those looking for options, adoption is one to strongly consider. There are amazing families, as you have met on this podcast, who are looking to love on and raise a little one. Kat mentioned the agency they connected with in East Texas. This is the website she referenced: https://christianhomes.com/

Anchor.fm:

https://anchor.fm/authoress-cj/episodes/Kat-Ledkins---Adoption-eathrk/a-a1h6rle

YouTube:

https://youtu.be/wgEHb-n66lo

This is a story about a mother’s heartbreaking journey working through her daughter’s heroin addiction. Her daughter survived the addiction, but many do not. Lou Alpert takes on the journey from seeing her pregnant daughter on a CNN interview, to how she finally got her the help she needed. 

- From 1999 to 2017, more than 700,000 Americans died from overdosing on a drug. 

- About 494,000 Americans over the age of 12 are regular heroin users. 

- About 25% of people who try heroin will become addicted. 

- In 2017, 81,000 Americans tried heroin for the first time. The beds are limited for those to get the help they need. Lou Alpert has multiple resources on her website that may help you if you find yourself or your child in the same situation: 

https://loualpertbooks.com

Anchor.fm:

https://anchor.fm/authoress-cj/episodes/Lou-Alpert---A-Mothers-Journey-Through-Her-Childs-Heroin-Addiction-eb26p4

YouTube:

https://youtu.be/iwDypaVJyyM

The North Texas Book Festival is celebrating 20 years of battling literacy on multiple fronts. From giving grants, to having a book show that is free for attendees. You can meet the authors behind the books for yourself, as you peruse the vast genres that make up the North Texas Book Festival - including books in Spanish, YA books, Children's books, Historical books...and so much more! You don't want to miss this event in Denton, TX - this year on August 29 from 10AM-4PM at: Patterson-Appleton Arts Center 400 E Hickory St, Denton, TX 76201 For more information on the North Texas Book Festival, take a look at their website:

 https://www.ntbf.org

Anchor.fm:

https://anchor.fm/authoress-cj/episodes/Katherine-Boyer---North-Texas-Book-Festival-Literacy-eb5mju/a-a1k0cel

YouTube:

https://youtu.be/UKTFmj5rp6g

Nancy Carter started Airborne Angel Cadets of Texas to make sure that every military member overseas knows they are loved and respected. Take a listen to hear why she started it, and what keeps her going. Here is a little about Airborne Angel Cadets: "We have about 150 volunteers. No paid staff. We send soldiers care packages year round. We ship to about 15,000 troops overseas each year. About 250,000 U.S. military troops are deployed overseas. We mailed 3,200 cartons in 2018. We support American troops from all 50 States. We support all branches of the U.S. military. We do not concentrate on any one group. We focus on troops serving in remote areas. We have been sending care packages since 2005. We welcome support from Americans in any State." To learn more, or to help this purely volunteer organization, head over to: https://www.airborneangelcadets.com

Anchor.fm:

https://anchor.fm/authoress-cj/episodes/Nancy-Carter---Airborne-Angel-Cadets-of-Texas-ebd08r/a-a1lu3ss

Youtube:

https://youtu.be/IbFiM9_rhQQ

Ashley Conner has been in Children's Ministry for Summit Heights Fellowship for over ten years. She was there from before the church was even started! She shares her journey on what that was like, how much it has changed over the years, and what keeps her giving her time and talent to the children in the community! She uses her high energy and creative mind to reach the hearts of the young people around her. Take a listen to hear more! To learn more about her children's ministry, head over to: 

https://summitheightsfellowship.com/ministries/children/

Anchor.fm:

https://anchor.fm/authoress-cj/episodes/Ashley-Conner---Childrens-Ministry-ebj9fs

YouTube:

https://youtu.be/pk2yywGvUqI

Tom Oswald has a unique story. His story isn't just a story about losing weight, it's about a journey of the heart. He shares the foundational impact The Lord had on not only his weight loss experience, but also his heart-changing, life-changing experience. He also has a world-wide blog, "The Opinion of the Minion" he shares about as well. To find out more about Tom, head over to his website: https://tomwoswald.com  

YouTube:

https://youtu.be/ghTGX0Q5YsY

Anchor.fm:

https://anchor.fm/authoress-cj/episodes/Tom-Oswald---Breaking-Free-From-Whats-Breaking-You-ebsakm/a-a1or7od