Author Archives: Jenny Gehman

Pre-occupied

Dear One, What are you preoccupied by these days? When I think of the word occupied, I think of a neon flashing light saying there’s no vacancy here. This suite, this seat, this space is taken.  Occupied means full.  Preoccupied means … Continue reading

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Flower Power

Dear One, I was talking to God the other morning about some conversations that left me feeling rather opposed (there’s a lot of those flying around, have you noticed?). It was nothing huge, but it got stuck in my spirit.  As I … Continue reading

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Course Correction

Dear One, I’m writing with a little course correction for us today, frankly because I need it myself. I’ve got a very ‘challenged’ sense of direction (thanks Dad!), and lately, my inner-alexa keeps repeating, “re-routing, re-routing, re-routing,” as she attempts … Continue reading

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The After-part

Dear One, Sometime during my sleeping hours last night, a verse from Scripture was offered to me and I was rather shocked by it. I thought God knew better than to give this one to me! It was Jeremiah 29:11. … Continue reading

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Hand Out Wholeness

Dear One,  I found a new job, a side-hustle of sorts, and I’d love for you to join me. It’s a global business with lots of openings, and you can do it right alongside your current work. The benefits are (quite literally) … Continue reading

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Loved & Learning

Dear One, Do you ever berate yourself for not knowing something you simply have not yet learned? As if you should always know how to navigate all the things life will require of you? Last Tuesday morning, when the sun was still … Continue reading

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Hope Restored

Dear One, It’s been awhile and I sure have missed you! I hope you are well and I certainly pray so. So tell me friend, how was your Christmas? I received thoughtful gifts from both my hubby and son. One of the … Continue reading

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Held Fast

Dear One, Please Note: Little Life Words will be on hiatus for the months of November & December. During this time I hope to visit some beloved’s in Michigan, properly sink into the start of my spiritual direction training, celebrate the holidays, … Continue reading

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Clothed in Dignity, Wrapped in Love

Dear One, A surprising thing happened on our way to Scranton, PA … Months and months ago our son registered to run a marathon there on October 10th. Being avid fans of his, hubby & I booked an AirBnb in town … Continue reading

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Presenced & Prepared

Dear One, I’ve had a postcard on my refrigerator for possibly a dozen years now. Have I mentioned this before? In ever-enlarging white lettering that stands out against a dark blue background, it reads: Jennifer GehmanAre youREADY? Last week I … Continue reading

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