In today’s job market where precarious employment is increasingly common (especially for young people and recent grads), information interviews are becoming more popular as a way for people to get their foot in the door. An information interview is a meeting where you the job seeker interviews...
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When you suddenly find yourself unemployed for one reason or another, the thought of having to search for a job again can be pretty intimidating. I often compare it to being thrown back into the dating scene all over again after having been off the...
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During a very difficult time in my life, a random trip to buy some wine with my sister led to a chance encounter with a homeless man named Ron that (to this day) still holds a special place in my heart – more than 6...
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Is there something you know that God asked you to do, but you still haven’t been able to act on it? Maybe you’re scared. Maybe you’re feeling unqualified. Maybe you’re having trouble seeing how it will get done with the limited resources you have. Like...
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Lately, I’ve been praying for courage and boldness to go out there and take more risks for God’s glory, and asking Him for opportunities to pray for people. On Friday morning, as I was worshipping and praying for boldness, a co-worker of mine popped into...
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I first tried this recipe when I was doing a meat-free weekend a few weeks ago, and I've been obsessed with it ever since. It's quick and easy to put together, and adding butternut squash or sweet potato makes it all the more filling. Enjoy!
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Sometimes I struggle with posting about things that I'm struggling with. In those moments, instead of focusing on sharing how God has touched me and brought me out of a situation (which gives Him the glory and points others to Him), I'm focusing on the...
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Back in the day, I used to tune into a Sirius XM Radio Show called “The Love & Sex Show with Dr. Jenn” (love herrrr!!). People would call in with their relationship questions, and she had a kind & gentle yet no-nonsense way of talking...
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Ever since I rededicated my life to Christ in 2015, spending time with God in the mornings before work became my thing. I’d wake up a bit earlier, put on worship music, talk to God, read my Apologetics Study Bible (an amazing Bible for us...
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Have you ever gone through a period of intense internal struggle where you sensed your spirit and your flesh battling it out for you? Your flesh begins to rear its ugly head again and all of a sudden temptations you had overcome in the past...
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Hello & Welcome!
I'm Valerie, and those who know me call me Val. I’m a cheese-obsessed F.R.I.E.N.D.S-a-holic living in Toronto. This blog is where I get to share what I love & what inspires me - from entrepreneurship & travel adventures, to recipes, tips, and most importantly, some of the pivotal moments on my journey in Christ. Stay a while!