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Dana Marie

A Christian Woman

About Me

I am a wife, mother of 2 children,and a christian.I have been sober for 19 years now.Sobriety and praying for people's soriety is important to me.I really get upset about things that are unjust.Unjust things like bullying,child abuse or animal abuse.I like to speak up about issues that I see are clearly wrong.My heart goes out to children in other countries that are starving or do not have clean water to drink.It can make me cry sometimes.I like to hear testimonies and watch movies where people went through a lot but it was all brought together to make something good out of it.Not that things would be perfect in their life but that good would come out of it.Sometimes we are in the midst of going through major healing that is taking a long time because we have gone through a lot.I heard somewhere that we have to give God the time that it takes to heal us.I like when people are honest about their life and their struggles even if they are still in the middle of healing.I like to read or be where their are real and deep things going on where Jesus is concerned. Pray for those in poverty and pray for Compassion International that helps them.Pray for children that are being abused and for orphans.Pray for the people that are starving and do not have clean water to drink.Pray for my spce and those on myspace.Pray for foster kids and that God would help them and protect them, and for foster parents.Also pray for the systems that are in charge of the children that things that need to be changed in the system will be changed and that God would bring the people he wants to bring that change.Pray for the the social workers and that God would bring the social workers that he has called with a special calling to do this work,pray special blessings on the foster parents who are doing good and special prayers for those who feel called by God to have foster kids and pray for God to expose the bad foster parents.Pray for God to change the hearts of the parents that have their children in foster care.We support a child through there and you if you want to sponser a child push the logo above this and it will take you to their website. Please pray about the election,breast cancer awareness month,,the amish people healing for them after the school shootings and all of the other people who have suffered from the school other school shootings,pray for healing of the kids that would want to do the shootings that they would not want to do this anymore.The country of Africa and the aids epidemic and the orphans here and in other countries.Pray for those caught in addiction of any kind.

My Interests

Be sure to look in my blog because I have websites that might help you or someone that you know.Keep checking back because I am going to working on adding more websites to my blog.I am going to keep adding to my myspace page too.I like to spend time with my husband, and daughter, and connecting with my son.Having and making the friends that I have now and making new friends.I like to be an advocate for things that are close to my heart.I like to be a voice for issues of injustice,Me and my family are a sponser for Compassion International.It is a place to sponser children in poverty and reach out to these children in the name of God,I like animals,sunsets,butterflies, watching good movies, listening to good music, reading. I like older cars that are fixed up,victorian things,some antique things,I like movies with pioneer times,victorian times,chilvary times-like the 3 musketeers. I like the way that things weree made in older times things like desks, built-in book shelves,dressers.I lkie that they were made that they were made well and the work that was put into the craftmanship.I think it is beautiful! I like to do little things to fix up my house.I have been collecting cute coffee cups with either designs,pictures or sayings on them.I do not drink coffee so I collect the coffee cups.I like inspirational qoutes.I have been doing little things to fix up my house.I like to do this at times and when I do it looks really good.It is like God has been putting the right things in my path at the right time.I will go and look at something and be selective thinking in my head is thia going to match.Then I get home and begin to put it together.It is amazing how the colors and the things I get are matching and looking so good together.I said earlier in this that I like to collect coffe cups.A few days ago my huband and daughter went and found me some coffe cups.That was so special because I knew that they had chosen them knowing that I would like them.They bought me one with a teddy bear and flowers and a butterffly and 2 that were little and had little saucers.

I'd like to meet:

Other christian women.I would also like to hear others testimonies or things of what is going on in their lives.Proverbs 31:9 Speak up for those who cannot speak for themselves for the rights of all who are destitute.Speak up and judge fairly defend the rights of the poor and needy. border/blue
Get a scroller sign at http://www.dressupmyspace.com! Link text SHAOHANNAH'S HOPE "www.Shaohannahshope.org" One of our countrys leading advocates for adoption, Chapman and his family have passionately committed themselves to helping orphans worldwide, especially in China where over 36 million children are waiting and hoping for a new life in a loving home, and in America where nearly one million await homes. To help, the Chapman family has established Shaohannahs Hope, an organization to provide information and financial grants to families who desire to adopt.Recognizing that adoption is a perfect picture of what God has done for each of us in making us His children through Christ, Shaohannah's Hope has been established to care for orphans by engaging the church and helping Christian families reduce the financial barriers to adoption. Psalm 68:5-6 tells us that as the Father to the fatherless, God delights in setting the lonely in families. It has been our experience that the scriptural mandate of caring for orphans, such as the one found in James 1:27, is really a wonderful invitation to experience God in a profound way by being a part of His sovereign plan for His precious children. Working from these foundational truths, Shaohannah's Hope exists to enable children living without the love and hope of an earthly family to be adopted into "covenant homes." These families can provide not only the love and support needed for this life, but also provide a child with the knowledge of God's plan for his or her eternal life with a forever family called The Body of Christ. So far, the organization has been able to provide 500 grants and place 500 orphans in families.For more information on adoption, please visit Shaohannah's Hope Our Mission To care for orphans by engaging the church and helping Christian families reduce the financial barrier to adoption.We are dedicated to helping prospective adoptive parents overcome the financial barriers associated with adoption. We accomplish this by awarding financial grants to qualified families already in the process of adopting. The size of the grant awarded is determined by several factors, the most important being need.border/blue "www.mercyministries.org" Mercy Ministries of America Corporate Office PO Box 111060 Nashville, TN 37222-1060 USA Tel: 1-(615)-831-6987 General Fax: 1-(615)-315-9749 Admissions Fax: 1-(615)-831-9953Email us at : [email protected] Ministries is a non-profit organization designed to assist and meet the needs of young women who face life-controlling problems such as drug and alcohol abuse, addictions, depression, eating disorders and unplanned pregnancy. Mercy Ministries accepts girls ages 16-28 and in certain cases we also take girls ages 13-15. The younger age group will be considered on a case-by-case basis and accepted at our discretion. Often the program/curriculum is too intense for younger girls and may not be best suited to their needs. We do have a program designed to meet the needs of pregnant girls ages 13-28. We have three facilities in the United States: Nashville, TN has 40 beds, Monroe, LA has 20 beds and St. Louis, Missouri has 30 beds.We provide a free residential treatment program designed to address the whole person: spiritual, physical and emotional. Our non-conventional approach to treatment changes more than behavior; the Mercy Ministries program changes hearts and stops destructive cycles.We serve young women from across the country with varied cultural and socio-economic backgrounds. The young women coming to Mercy Ministries are facing a combination of difficult circumstances such as: Abuse Self-Harm Depression Addictions Unplanned Pregnancy Eating Disorders For our pregnant residents, we provide a Basic Decision Making Program that assists the young woman in deciding about parenting or placing her baby for adoption. We provide parenting classes for those who decide to parent and grief counseling for those who chose to place their child.Proverbs 31:9 Speak up for those who cannot speak for themselves for the rights of all who are destitute.Speak up and judge fairly defend the rights of the poor and needy. "www.sidelines.org" National OfficeSidelines High Risk Pregnancy Support National Office: P. O. Box 1808 Laguna Beach, CA 92652 Toll Free Phone Number: (888)447-4754 (HI-RISK4) Fax: (949) 497-5598 Email address for National Office: [email protected] is a 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization providing international support for women and their families experiencing complicated pregnancies and premature births.We believe that families can cope more successfully with a high-risk pregnancy with appropriate medical intervention, education, and a strong support system.When you find yourself on the sidelines, we're here to help.order/blue "www.teenchallengeusa.com" This is a faith based treatment place to get help for drug and alcohol addiction. How To Get HelpTeen Challenges around the United States provide care for adult male, adult female, adolescent male, and adolescent females demonstrating a need for intensive help with life-controlling problems.When contacting a Teen Challenge Center for assistance, it is important that the individual who is seeking help contact the intake person. There is an application, as well as other necessary paperwork, and an interview. A health screening is also required. In the event it is determined that the contacted program is not in the best interest of an applicant, a referral will be provided to another program or programs that offer the most effective and appropriate services to the applicant.Call today for more information 417-862-6969. Teen Challenge is one of the oldest, largest and most successful programs of its kind in the world. Established in 1958 by David Wilkerson, Teen Challenge has grown to more than 170 centers in the United States. If you would like to know the story of how Teen Challenge started as told in the book "The Cross and the Switchblade," visit our store where you can order a copy of the book.border/blue"www.agrm.org" Founded in 1948, Alcoholics Victorious support groups offer a safe environment where recovering people who recognize Jesus Christ as their "Higher Power" gather together and share their experience, strength and hope. border/blue "www.alcoholicsforchrist.com" Ministries serving Substances abusers, Family Members, and Adult Children Statement of FaithAC is an inter-denominational, non profit, Christian fellowship that ministers to three groups: Alcoholics or Substance abusers, Family members- those who relate regularly with an alcoholic or substance abuser, and Adult Children - individuals who were raised in alcoholic, substance abuse or dysfunctional families,AC ministries is dedicated to the propagation of the gospel of Jesus Christ, as well as sharing His burden for the lost and hurting individuals.We believe that "God as we understand Him" is the triunion God, "God the Father," "God the Son," and "God the Holy Spirit," and by the acceptance of Jesus Christ as personal Savior, we receive eternal life. Jesus is the doorway to fullness of life in the Spirit and the means by which we can turn our lives and wills completely over to God.This fellowship uses the Word of God as its primary source of direction. Those leading the meetings are all "Born Again," compassionate Christians, dedicated to the service of Jesus Christ.Our chief goal is to direct and restore the alcoholic or substance abuser, the family member and the adult child to a sincere and dedicated relationship with Jesus Christ. Utilizing the written Word of God, they are made aware of the mighty tools available to them as born-again believers. Jesus begins by healing the inner man and working outward. We believe that as a person dies to self and is reborn to Christ (2 Cor. 5:17) he/she can be totally released from oppression and fear that have kept him/her in bondage. (John 8:36)We encourage that a person stay active in their local A/C, AA, NA, ACOA, or other support group and continue to worship within their own body of believers. We suggest where there is no strong church ties existing, that the person becomes active in a Bible-believing church of his/her own choice.Ministries serving Substances abusers, Family Members, and Adult Children Statement of FaithAC is an inter-denominational, non profit, Christian fellowship that ministers to three groups: Alcoholics or Substance abusers, Family members- those who relate regularly with an alcoholic or substance abuser, and Adult Children - individuals who were raised in alcoholic, substance abuse or dysfunctional families,AC ministries is dedicated to the propagation of the gospel of Jesus Christ, as well as sharing His burden for the lost and hurting individuals.We believe that "God as we understand Him" is the triunion God, "God the Father," "God the Son," and "God the Holy Spirit," and by the acceptance of Jesus Christ as personal Savior, we receive eternal life. Jesus is the doorway to fullness of life in the Spirit and the means by which we can turn our lives and wills completely over to God.This fellowship uses the Word of God as its primary source of direction. Those leading the meetings are all "Born Again," compassionate Christians, dedicated to the service of Jesus Christ.Our chief goal is to direct and restore the alcoholic or substance abuser, the family member and the adult child to a sincere and dedicated relationship with Jesus Christ. Utilizing the written Word of God, they are made aware of the mighty tools available to them as born-again believers. Jesus begins by healing the inner man and working outward. We believe that as a person dies to self and is reborn to Christ (2 Cor. 5:17) he/she can be totally released from oppression and fear that have kept him/her in bondage. (John 8:36)We encourage that a person stay active in their local A/C, AA, NA, ACOA, or other support group and continue to worship within their own body of believers. We suggest where there is no strong church ties existing, that the person becomes active in a Bible-believing church of his/her own choice. Link text

Music:

Third Day, Nicole C. Mullens, Casting Crowns,Jeremy Camp,Keith Green, The Katinas, Yolonda Adams,Michael W. Smith,Steven Curtis Chapman,Kathy Troccoli, Some Motown, Some Country, Some Soulful Music,New Gospel,Some Oldies. Amazing Grace is one of my favorite songs.These are some of the songs that I really like Lean On Me,You've Got A Friend by Carol King,Some of the songs of The Carpenters,Open Arms by Journey,Simple Man by Lynard Skynard,I only like some older songs by Lynard Skynard I don't like the newer songs by Lynard Skynard,I like when someone plays the acoustic guitar and sings,I like to hear when a group can sing a harmonise without instruments,I like some music where thy play the saxaphone in the background.I like some music that plays good piano like on the song Simple Man by Lynard Skynard or Keith Green.

Movies:

This is Father of The Bride Part 1 Movie Poster.This is one of my favorite movies.
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Mama Flora's Family,Love Comes Softly, Loves Long Journey, and Love's Enduring Promise,Cadet Kelly,Anne of Green Gables, Something to Sing About, the Gospel,Timechanger,The Mighty,Dragonheart,Jett Jackson,Goldrush, Rose Hill, Harvest of Fire, Ice Age, Lion King,Echo of Thunder, The Chronicles of Narnia,Follow The River, Nicolas Nickleby, Sarah Plain And Tall,Summer of Ben Tyler,Jacob's Harvest,Hometown Legend,Reggie's Prayer- this movie is about Reggie White

Television:

Extreme Makeover:Home Edition, Supernanny,Some of Oprah's shows(the ones that are uplifting or deal with real life issues)Travel The Road,California Gold on this show they travel to different towns show you what it is like in those towns, The Today Show,Aspiring Women what this show says on its website that the show is about real stories,real issues,real faith,for real life.This show is called is At Home with Chuck and Jenni on Family Net T.V.This is a christian show that is a huband and wife team that talks with guests about what they have been through and what they have learned or what Gos has done in their lives it has a lot of real life issues that the people talk about,and guests that talk about different subjects,they do cooking in here at different times.This show is called Life Today with James and Betty on Family Net T.V.This show is a christian show that has guests on it that talk about real liffe issues and what they have been through and wahat they have learned and how god has helped them.They also have outreach to the hungry and to help people who don't have clean drink water,they help people in poverty.

Books:

The Bible,The Same Kind Of Different As Me by Ron Hall and Denver Moore,Too Small To Ignore by Wess Stafford,The Friendships of Women by Dee Brestin,Todays Christian Woman Magazine, Guidepost magazine, some Readers Digest articles, some Family Circle magazine articles,Experiencing God by Henry Blackaby,Pathway To Purpose For Women by Kathie Brazelton Give Too Small to Ignore by Wess Stafford

Heroes:

God,My Husband,Esther and Ruth in the bible,Rosa Parks,Wess Stafford President of Compassion International,Mother Teresa,Kay Warren,Lynne Hybel.Both Kay Warren and Lynne Hybel are pastor's wives and they both went through times of breaking and letting God do awesome work in their heart's and lives.People who are really trying with their kids and spouse.Not to say that they do everything right or do not make mistakes.Maybe even in the past they have made huge mistakes with their spouse and kids but they are humbling themselves and doing what they can to make it right or at least willing to try. Real friends,people that are sensitve when someone is going through hard times, people who are compassionate,trustworthy,authentic.
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My Blog

This is the Just Moved Ministry Newsletter

  I'm literally writing this 'on the move' with a back to back Fall schedule of speaking, conferences and outreach events, from Michigan to Texas to Virginia and a conference here in Phoeni...
Posted by Dana Marie on Tue, 24 Oct 2006 12:26:00 PST

Look in this blog to find websites that may be helpful to you

www.pluggedinonline.org For movie reviews and they have some t.v. shows and music too.They tell you what is on the movies, music,  shows and what to watch out for as far as content. www.side...
Posted by Dana Marie on Fri, 20 Oct 2006 04:33:00 PST

Here is something that I read.

In cocoon's a hidden promise butterflies will soon be free! In the cold and snow of winter there's a spring that waits to be. Unrevealed until it's season, there's a spring that waits to be. Unreveale...
Posted by Dana Marie on Wed, 04 Oct 2006 02:48:00 PST