A Little Wray Of Sunshine: Inspirational stories from everyday people

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In this episode, Bobbie Stucki shares the importance of raising children in todays world, and the significance of teaching them to work hard in this life... "I'm trying to raise my kids so they can be good humans when they leave." Part of their success as parents is how Bobbie and her husband Dillon put their trust in Heavenly Father to help them through the process of raising their children... "Just knowing that Heavenly Father is there cheering me on, is really what gets me through some of the harder days."

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In this episode, John and Hallee Cordtz share their insights as new parents. They talk about the spiritual side of bringing a child into this world, and the importance of teaching true principles of God and Jesus Christ to our children as they grow up in our homes. Their message is powerful, and yet simple at the same time... Allow God into our relationships, and into our families... God is in all the details of our lives, so trust in His plan for you.  "God has a plan for all of us and we just have to look for it."

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In this episode Mahayla Mower shares her story of being bullied as a child and how she has learned to tune out those unwanted voices and focus on loving herself for who she is. There are still moments, however, where she experiences dark moments of depression and thoughts of self-harm, but she never gives up, she never stops trying to improve. While listening to her story, you will see that this girl is a fighter and isn't willing to quit on life. Her positive words of advice will inspire and uplift you, especially if you are one who can personally relate to her story. "Life is amazing, it's worth living and it's worth living it with happiness in your heart and in your life and helping those around you, everything is better when we're serving others."

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In this episode, Dana Vega discusses years of mental, physical, and sexual abuse that she endured over a span of many years. Her story is one of breaking the cycle of abuse and re-inventing herself to who she is today, and who she wants to become. Her story gives us a sense of hope that we can overcome our past and use it as a way of helping others in similar situations. In Dana's words, "It's not about you, it's about them."

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In this episode, Victoria Vassar talks about being adopted at birth, the death of her adoptive mother, and many other inspiring and uplifting words. This young lady's take on life, and her wisdom at such a young age, will warm your soul. For example, she reminds each of us of the "importance of looking for the good things in life", and to "Look for God's hand in your life, and the blessings that He gives you." 

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In this short episode, I share a story that reminds us that the Savior is always there for us! He can help us through the hard times in our life if we let Him!

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In this episode, Steve Simmons talks candidly about his personal experience of attempting to take his own life. Steve is very detailed and descriptive about this event, so if you listen, and feel you are being triggered by something that is said, please contact a family member, a friend, or a professional to talk to.  As Steve discusses, this is a topic that needs to be addressed and we can all be better at being open with others when we have thoughts of suicide, and being better at being supportive and showing empathy for others who are experiencing this. Here is the number to the National Suicide Prevention Hotline: 1-800-273-TALK (8255)

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In this episode, Nicki Derr reminds us of the importance of making human connections with those around us. She brings with her a bright and optimistic perspective on life, and has a strong conviction of serving and helping others... "I work for God, I don't work for people.. I'm doing this because these are God's children."  Nicki may be young, but she exhibits the wisdom and vision of someone much older than her, and she is always working hard to understand and fulfill her purpose in life... "We're here on earth to make connections." Enjoy!

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In this last episode of 2023, I had the privilege of visiting over the phone with Frank Flanders. Frank is currently serving a prison sentence for robbing a gas station using a broken pellet gun, nearly two decades ago. He has been serving his prison sentence in Missouri for the past 18 years, with the possibility of serving another 10 years pending the outcome of a court hearing to be held in February 2024. A small portion of the audio is a little difficult to hear, but his message is definitely worth listening to. As Frank puts it, "this has been a fiery trial of my faith," and in the beginning, while incarcerated, he attempted to end his life by hanging himself in his cell. However, through it all, he has recognized the many positive changes he has made in himself, and the spiritual growth he has undergone in the past 18 years of being locked up.

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Oral Elser is a talented cowboy poet, and has had many years to practice his trade. In this special Christmas episode, he treats us with several poems; each poem will leave you with a wonderful feeling in your heart. He recites the poetry of others, as well as his own, and as you listen, you can't help but feel the wonderful Christmas spirit that comes this time of year. Thank you Oral for reminding me of the true meaning of Christmas.