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Hey friends! Just wanted to introduce myself if we Hey friends! Just wanted to introduce myself if we haven’t met in person! 

I own a small photography business (which I love), but I’ve been writing stories since elementary school and consider that my calling. 

My current WIP is a YA non-magical fantasy novel involving trafficking, adoption, and a journey from fear to trust, set in a world inspired by the Middle East. (Newsletter sign-up link in bio if you want to stay updated on this project!)

I’m a recovering perfectionist (yes, it’s a problem) who never outgrew her love for horses and is fascinated by all things Middle Eastern (especially the food😋). I train in martial arts, dabble in Dutch and Hebrew, and am passionate about how ordinary people can fight human trafficking (visit my blog thewriteending.com for ways to help!). Writing poetry helps me process difficult seasons of life, and I have several short stories and poems published in various anthologies.

I owe everything to the astonishing love and grace of Jesus Christ. 

So, do we have anything in common?😄
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My author copy of Wither and Bloom arrived yesterd My author copy of Wither and Bloom arrived yesterday! 😍 Thank you @twenty_hills for the opportunity to be published again!
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#anthology #twentyhillspublishing #newbook #shortstories #authorsofinstagram
I’m in another anthology! My short story Mud Pri I’m in another anthology! My short story Mud Prints is featured in this multi-genre collection by @twenty_hills publishing. 

While our culture tells us love has to be earned, and feelings are the foundation of a relationship, Wither and Bloom explores the theme “love is a choice.”

Releases January 24!
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#authorsofinstagram #shortstories #anthology #writersofinstagram #coverreveal #loveisachoice #booksbooksbooks
Writing poetry often helps me process pain and los Writing poetry often helps me process pain and loss. Below is a poem in honor of sweet baby Mercy, my first niece, who lived an hour before the Lord took her home.

This past week has been so hard, but it's been powerful to witness that even a life unable to survive outside the womb has value, beauty, and purpose.

The tangible love and prayers of our church family, friends, and community have been absolutely incredible, and we truly feel upheld.

~
Baby Mercy

Beautiful, soft, still
Quiet, unmoving, until
The day of endings
The day of beginnings
When the breath of life
Will again your body fill

Gift, witness, test
Struggle, sorrow, rest
Safe in Christ’s arms
As His little lamb
Though it’s hard to let go
Your legacy is blessed

Enclosed, lifted, laid
Planted, sown, fade
Into the willing dust
Though we wish
Our grief and ache
Are what’s decayed

Whole, healed, freed
Remade, restored, proceed
Through heaven’s gates
To meet your Savior
The One who planted
Your precious little seed
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#poetry #poetsofinstagram #newbornphotography #infantloss
There’s power in the act of giving thanks. Simp There’s power in the act of giving thanks.

Simply because the Lord commands us to do so.

And He only commands things that will do us good.

And maybe it does us such good to give thanks because it forces us to take our eyes off of self…which is in itself something to be thankful for.

Deuteronomy 6:18, 
Ephesians 5:20
Another poem of mine is out in the wild! Masquer Another poem of mine is out in the wild! 

Masquerade is an anthology featuring short stories and poems on the themes of secret identities and hidden truths.

My poem, So It Seems, explores how the hard things of life are more than what they first appear to be.

Now available on Amazon!
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#anthology #indieanthology #books #poetry #poetsofinstagram #masqueradeanthology #newrelease
My author copy of The Willow Tree Swing finally ar My author copy of The Willow Tree Swing finally arrived! Featured with a little green tomato because, well, you’d have to read my story to find out😉This anthology features a number of talented authors and is now available on Amazon and Barnes & Noble (online only). 

And because @nightshadepublishing gave me two copies, I get to do a giveaway! Includes The Willow Tree Swing, a bookmark, and a sticker with the book’s tagline.

To enter: 
🍅Follow me if you haven’t already
🍅Either leave a comment or share this post to your story. Bonus entry if you do both! 

Winner will be chosen next week Wednesday!

I also have to give a shoutout to @faith.laurena who unknowingly inspired the story I have in this book😄
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#anthology #indieanthology #authorsofinstagram #green #tomatoes #giveaway
It’s release day!! Two of my poems are featured It’s release day!! Two of my poems are featured in this aerial-themed collection, and they both involve a quest for the unattainable, reaching human limits, and encountering the Limitless One. Now available on Amazon!

Becoming an author was my first childhood dream, so it’s rather surreal to finally have words in print. Thank you @alexsilviuswriter for this opportunity!! 

I’m so grateful to the Lord, Author of my life, for creativity and the magic of the written word.
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#theheightswellflyto #anthology #poetry #poetsofinstagram #authorsofinstagram #books #indieanthology #newrelease
New blog post is up: Ten Places to Shop that Fight New blog post is up: Ten Places to Shop that Fight Human Trafficking. 

When I first became aware of the horrible and prevalent evil of human trafficking, I was at a loss on what to do about it. After extensive research, I now know that ordinary people can fight trafficking, and this is why I created The Write Ending: to make it easier for others who want to join the fight. 

One of the easiest ways is to support survivors and those at risk, and it’s as simple as intentional shopping! The link is in my bio if you want to learn more!

Featured: earrings from @starfish_project 
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#endhumantraffickingnow #slaverystillexists #modernslavery #fairtradefashion #starfishproject #childlabor
Hey friends! I’m hosting a table for @warchestbo Hey friends! I’m hosting a table for @warchestboutique at a small craft show on May 14. If you’re local to Grand Rapids, come see me! Women At Risk is an amazing organization that helps prevent human trafficking, and provides rescue and restoration for survivors—both in GR and around the world. The event will be held at Grace Christian Academy from 9:30am-12pm. Hope to see you there!
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#womenatriskinternational #warchestboutique #endhumantrafficking #slaverystillexists
yes, the snow will come when you’re trying to fl yes, the snow will come when
you’re trying to flower and bloom
but spring and sun are coming
so don’t give up too soon
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#spring #crocus #bloom #writersofinstagram #poetsofinstagram
I’m excited to share that two of my poems will b I’m excited to share that two of my poems will be published in this anthology! The Heights We’ll Fly To is an aerial-themed collection of short stories and poems compiled by @alexsilviuswriter. 

Both of my poems feature a quest for the unattainable, reaching human limits, and encountering the Limitless One.

Coming May 2022!!
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Graphics: @miriam.wade.author and @alexsilviuswriter 
Cover design: @hecticreadinglife 
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A thought for today… perfection is an old enemy A thought for today…

perfection is
an old enemy of mine
disguised as a friend
sometimes I forget
the world doesn’t need
perfect people
but rather
honest humans
brave souls
who don’t hide
their imperfections
and limitations
demonstrating how to
lean their imperfect souls
into a perfect Savior

Are you a recovering perfectionist too?
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It’s #RepTheMovement Day! @fightthenewdrug is an It’s #RepTheMovement Day! @fightthenewdrug is an amazing organization dedicated to educating the public on the harmful effects of porn—both on the individual and on society. They also share how human trafficking is deeply imbedded in the porn industry. If you struggle with a porn addiction, reach out for help, my friend. Let the light uncover that darkness and free you from it!
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#repthemovement #fightthenewdrug #pornistrafficking #endmodernslavery
#peoplearenotproducts #peoplearenotforsale
It continually amazes me that we serve a God who c It continually amazes me that we serve a God who cares for the oppressed. The Mighty One extends his hand to the small. The Majestic One reaches out to the wounded. His scarred hand doesn’t hesitate to touch a scarred soul. 
If He cares, so should I.
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#bibleverse #justice #biblicaljustice #isaiah
Jeans that fit right are a rare find...so imagine Jeans that fit right are a rare find...so imagine my delight when I not only found a pair that fit perfectly, but also was made in a fair trade certified factory!🙌 Where do ya’ll find your jeans, my friends?!
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#fairtrade #shopsecondhand #universalthreadgoodsco #platoscloset #jeans #endmoderndayslavery
Support trafficking survivors from Grand Rapids, M Support trafficking survivors from Grand Rapids, MI when you shop with @crownedfree! Their candles are hand-poured by local teen survivors and at risk youth. This lemon verbena one has such a lovely scent😊 
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#crownedfree #grandrapidsmichigan #endhumantrafficking #modernslavery #freetheslaves #candles #soycandles #humantrafficking
Coffee with a Cop event hosted by @warinternationa Coffee with a Cop event hosted by @warinternational! A few takeaways:

➡️Our law enforcement are AWESOME. They are committed to protecting their community and fighting human trafficking.

➡️Michigan is still in the top 10 states for trafficking. We have a number of drawing points, such as an international border and minority communities.

➡️Be cognizant of your surroundings, but not paranoid. And take out those earbuds!😉

➡️Most rescues in West Michigan have been white, middle-class females. Those in poverty are more at risk, but no one is immune to predators.

➡️ If you see someone who might be a victim, always call 911, even if you think someone else already did. Try to remember details about the person/car/clothing. Look for people who don’t seem to belong together, or things out of place...for example, a man holding a girl’s wrist, not her hand, or children going in a hotel at night by themselves. 

➡️Get to know your local police officers. They like chocolate chip cookies😄
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#coffeewithacop #womenatriskinternational #warchestboutique #humantrafficking #moderndayslavery #lawenforcement #police
Some words from my heart to yours...written some t Some words from my heart to yours...written some time ago during a hard season. Looking back now, it’s so incredible how God uses pain for good.
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We’re so blessed, we say.
We pray,
thank you, Lord, for this
family, house, and job.
We live in comfort and wealth.
Our health
has never been better.
The biggest trial we face
is losing our car keys
or driving in the rain.
Then pain
arrives uninvited and
makes herself at home.
What happened to the blessings, Lord?
We can’t afford
to be dragged down like this.
Energy and motivation
fade to gray and black.
An attack
from the Evil One, whose mission
is to steal, kill, and destroy.
But is it something more?
A storm
to shake, break, and wake
us from our dead sleep
to a higher life than ease.
Who sees
the emptiness of luxury?
Can a comfortable job teach
dependence on God alone?
We moan
over the bumps in the road
of life, but it’s the potholes
that jar our gaze up to heaven.
If seven
delights knocked at our door,
which one would make us crave
Jesus and His healing power?
We cower
at the thought of trial,
but what if the wounds and bruises
are the real blessings?
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#amwriting #writersofinstagram #thewritelife #poetry #poetryofinstagram
Shout-out to @bettybegoodboutique! While I was on Shout-out to @bettybegoodboutique! 
While I was on vacation in Washington, my aunt recommended a cute boutique in Lynden. Come to find out, the  shop owner has a passion for fighting human trafficking! Besides raising awareness in her community, she also created a fund called Betty’s Liberty Closet, which clothes survivors in recovery at several safehouses in the Pacific Northwest. If you’re ever in the area, check out this shop! 
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#bettybegoodboutique #endhumantrafficking #humantraffickingawareness #shop #lynden #washingtonstate
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