My Story My Divorce God’s Promise The Beginning….

  Click here to order my book….thanks:-) As a pastor’s wife, KathieyV witnesses the ups and downs of every type of relationship over the years as she partners with her husband while he serves the church community. But one day—out of the blue—her husband of thirty-seven years breaks his vows and leaves her. The despair…

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Welcome to the World of Online Dating-Red Flags-The Profile Photo

I never thought I would be saying “Welcome to the World of Online Dating,” but here we are.  After a decade’s long marriage I find myself on a dating site.  Who would have thought?  I am doing my research as far as the red flags that may warn of trouble.  I have visited many sites…

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Monthly Motivation-Sorrow Into Dancing, Psalm 30:11

I read a book several years ago called “Small Island” by Andrea Levy.”  There is a quote that I came across in the reading that touched me. “He looked so pained that I dreamed of taking his hands and making him dance.” Her statement is directed toward someone not particularly nice; he is a harsh,…

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Divorce In The News-November 2023

Every few weeks or so, I check to see what is happening in Divorce News. I search “divorce” in Google and put a time frame on the search of that current week/month to give me an overview of what is happening in divorce news. The trending news is typically celebrity news. Yes, in the news,…

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Quote: Because God Loves Me I Can Sing-KathieyV (Book Update)

My second book comes out in January.  I have put together 30 days of prayers as a free gift for those who receive my book.  It is called My Story My Divorce God’s Promise- Journey.  This book follows my first book My Story My Divorce God’s Promise-The Beginning. Because God Loves Me, I Can Sing There…

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A Thanksgiving Letter of Encouragement to Those Going Through Divorce.

A Letter of Encouragement…  Dear Friend, Here we are, another Thanksgiving, and yes, I am very thankful.  Did I think I would be happy? No.  Did I think I would have any hope of a good life?  No.  Did I think I would ever be able to have hope and joy in my life again? …

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Divorce and the Holidays-“Develop New Traditions and Just Breathe”

Divorce and the Holidays is written from the perspective of a former pastor’s wife.   The Holiday Season is upon Us, and it can be difficult and challenging for those trying to reinvent their holiday traditions due to unexpected life events.   Yes, things will never be the same, and we can’t force a return…

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Beware The Narcissist-Part What is An Overt Narcissist?

Beware the Narcissist Part 2-Types of Narcissists. The Overt Narcissist When going through a divorce, many people realize for the first time, maybe in decades, that they were married to a narcissist.  Sadly, most are not taught in school, or anywhere for that matter, what a narcissist is, so when confronted with narcissistic behavior, we…

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What The Heck is Series-Part 1 What the Heck is Contempt of Court?

What The Heck Is? A Series… If you find yourself pulled into the legal life of getting a divorce, you will more than likely be faced with terminology that you are not familiar with. That was the case for me; I found myself ignorant of many facts and terms that I needed to become familiar with.…

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Stress Relief and Self Care-Part One-Coloring For Stress Relief

Divorce and Stress. The stress of divorce ranks second on many stress scales, just behind the death of a spouse.  I disagree with it being second because I see an unwanted divorce as “like a death but with intent.”  Stress can have many adverse effects on your life and your health.  With this in mind,…

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Steps to Survive The Holidays After Divorce

Yes, it is the holiday season. Back before my separation and divorce, the holidays had an air of magic about them. A time to celebrate our family and our faith. This division of my family now caused significant changes in how the holiday season is celebrated. I would have to learn to accept these changes…

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