Posts by dhetzler
Repairer of Broken Walls
I have a listing that has a crack in the foundation wall. The buyer, during his inspection, had a large structural engineering firm look at it. This company gave a free estimate, yet quoted $15,000 to repair it. My Seller, had a structural engineer who charged an inspection fee to look at it. The structural…
Read MoreFree to Receive Conference -Join us!
Purchase your ticket, spread the word, bring her along, and get ready to unleash your inner strength at Free to Receive – where you are free to be you! REGISTRATION CLOSES OCTOBER 20TH! MC: The fabulous and witty, Ms. Shannon White! Speakers: Sally Smith, Speaker and Encourager Dawna Hetzler, Author and Speaker Ruth Zschoche, Spiritual Director…
Read MoreWhen you are curious about what’s ahead
It’s easy to get anxious when you don’t know how the future will play out. You’ve prayed, you’ve pleaded, and still, the uncertainty remains. You hope to cross the bridge of peace quickly, yet it seems so far away. Might I suggest that when you are curious about what’s ahead, it eases apprehension? When you…
Read MoreThe trees teach us
I sat in the massage room with my therapist, Melanie. She studies me as we talked. “What are we working on today, Ma’am?” “You know, back, neck…the usual stress areas.” “How’s your hands?” “My hands?” Melanie smiled sweetly. “Yes, you have clenched fists today. Our hands hold emotions, grief, and they tell a story.” I…
Read MoreDeeper Lessons Within: The Pharisee and the Free Bird
Buddy and I had a leisurely Southern breakfast. We made a few stops for souvenirs and then we headed to the beach. When we got there, everyone was packing up and leaving. I said to her, “This is great. We will have the whole beach to ourselves.” She pointed to dark looming clouds that were…
Read MoreLife lessons from the South
Once a year, I go on a girls trip with my best friend, Julieann, whom I call “Buddy.” We’ve been friends for over 38 years. This year’s trip was to South Carolina and Georgia. Every time I’m with her, I inadvertently learn new life lessons and discover a deeper dimension within. First, the life lessons…
Read MoreUnlock Your Potential and Embrace a Life of Freedom at Free to Receive – A Transformational Women’s Conference
Introducing…. Welcome to the inaugural annual women’s conference, Free to Receive! Are you feeling stuck, burdened by your past, or disconnected from your true self? If so, you are not alone. Life can be challenging, and sometimes, it’s easy to withdraw and isolate ourselves when we face adversity. But here’s a fundamental truth: being surrounded…
Read MoreSitting in the void
Zorro, full of life and wearing a black bandit mask, rescued us in 2011. Over a decade of doing life together, he filled spaces in our hearts with love—places we didn’t know that needed tender loving care. So as Zorro’s hips began to weaken over the past few months, David and I honored him each…
Read MoreWhen you don’t know what to do
I was texting with my spiritual director about not knowing what to do in a particular situation. She suggested I make a list of pros and cons. This morning, I listed the “why I should” and the “why I shouldn’t.” I typically don’t let a list lead me, rather my intuition. But seeing all the…
Read MoreContent
Each of us, moment by moment, stand in the unknown. The unrevealed future makes room for worry, anxiety and fear. I write in my journal, drawing hearts around my questions. Will I maintain good health as I age? How much time is left with my old husky boy? Will the economy make a “soft…
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