In this second part of Jana's story, she shares about the journey that took her family to Oregon and ultimately to adopting their son from foster care.  Jana authentically shares about the challenges and blessings that come with adoption, just in time for Oregon's first official Adoption Day on August 25th.

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Correna is a wife, boy-mom, and "jack of all trades."  Just as she was settling into a new career path, Correna was in a horrible car accident that left her with a myriad of symptoms.  After years of appointments and tests, she still had no real answers, but was finally able to change her outlook.  Correna reminds listeners that it's never to late to start something new and encourages them to "bloom where they're planted."

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Within a one week period, Caitlin learned that she was pregnant... and had breast cancer.  She is now a two-time breast cancer survivor, mentor, and founder of With Courage.  Caitlin shared her story at our 20th live Story Night event on July 31st, 2025 at Domaine Willamette Winery.

To watch the video version of Caitlin's Story Night, visit us on our Story Night Youtube channel

To learn more about or donate to With Courage, visit withcourage.org

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Holly is one of the main faces of McMinnville's Chamber of Commerce.  She has a heart for helping people and businesses.  Holly shares her story of surviving two divorces before finding her wonderful husband.  Like many women, she once believed the lies that she was without value and had failed in some way.  Holly reminds listeners they are worthy of love and offers hope that their 'lost' years can be redeemed.

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Bethany was an orphan in Liberia.  She is now Ms. Black Oregon, preparing to compete for Ms. Black Oregon USA 2025.  Bethany shared her amazing and miraculous story at a live Story Night event in May 2025 and reminds ladies that they are beautiful, chosen, and destined to FLY.

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Robin was an 18 year old single mom in beauty school.  She is now in a marriage that's 25 years strong, the mother of two adult children, the grandmother of one precious grandson, and the founder and CEO of her own spa.  In her inspirational story, Robin reminds ladies to surround themselves with encouraging people and maintain work-life balance.

Check out Robin's Glo Spa and the marriage ministry she referenced: Retrouvaille

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Cami is part of the Story Night team and shares her story of starting a business called Swedemom.  Cami found a way to combine technology and databases with people and donated items, in order to bless the community.  She believes every thing and every person has a purpose and can be redeemed, no matter what their story is.

Check out Swedemom and Mac Hub to learn more, donate, or get involved.

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Bianca is a vibrant young woman who is embarking on the post-college season of life.  She shares her story of self-pressure and how she was finally able to recognize that it was ok to change career paths.  Bianca encourages young ladies to listen those nudges and find the courage to make changes.

Learn more about Soroptimist here.

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Jana is a wife, mother, grandmother, and active community member.  In this emotional and powerful episode, she shares her story of growing up in the south, finding her husband, and starting their family with the deepest grief a parent can experience.  

The heart of Story Night is to be real with each other, offer encouragement, and remind women they are not alone.  Jana has been able to comfort others in their grief and walk alongside them during the darkest days.

For more on Seeds of Hope, visit the See Ya Later website. 

For more on Jana and Dwight's real estate work, visit Polivka Properties.

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Lauren is an ICU nurse, wife, and mom.  Though her life was always full of domestic and international travel, she always wanted to return home.  Lauren reminds listeners that it's ok to take risks by moving and it's always worth reaching out to find community and friendship, wherever you are.

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