by Jeanne Takenaka | Aug 9, 2021 | Tell His Story, Dreams, Trusting God
Jeanne Takenaka What does it look like when we’re pursuing dreams, and they don’t come true? Since my teen years, I’ve wanted to become a published author. This you know if you’ve read my blog for any length of time. Dreams implant themselves in our hearts when... 
by Jeanne Takenaka | Jul 5, 2021 | Tell His Story, Fear, Trusting God
Jeanne Takenaka Have you ever wanted something so badly you could almost taste it? But, also so badly that the thought of not attaining it—the fear of failure—kept you from even trying?Yeah, been there. Done that. Wouldn’t wanna pay for the t-shirt. When we are... 
by Jeanne Takenaka | Jun 14, 2021 | Tell His Story, Stress, Trusting God
Jeanne Takenaka If I had to guess, I’d say I’m not the only one who’s recently experienced some stressful times. As I mentioned last week, May was a CRAY-ZAY month. It’s taken me this far into June to begin to feel a little (a very little) more rested. Part of... 
by Jeanne Takenaka | Jun 7, 2021 | Tell His Story, Busy-ness, Rest, Trusting God
Jeanne Takenaka How do we keep going forward when we’re exhausted? I’m exhausted. The month of May held much more than I anticipated. I loved celebrating Peter’s graduation and having family come from around the country to be part of the celebration. I didn’t love... 
by Jeanne Takenaka | May 3, 2021 | Tell His Story, Rest, Trusting God
Jeanne Takenaka How many of us have walked through seasons when we’re burned out? I have loved ones in that place as I write this. Okay, and I may be there as well. So much life has happened this year. The death of a loved one. Work pressure and obstacles to getting...
