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God Is With Us in the "No's"
I recently listened to a podcast on prayer. The host was sharing how God answers prayers, offering an example of an event that was nearly...
Jasmine Ray-Symms
Apr 27, 20192 min read


Blessed Be
Most of us reading these words are abundantly blessed. Depending on what you are dealing with in life you may not feel that way but, if...
Jasmine Ray-Symms
Apr 10, 20192 min read


ECT Desperation
In July 2017 I began electro-convulsive therapy (ECT) treatments. They took place multiple times per week until February 2018. ECT wasn’t...
Jasmine Ray-Symms
Mar 21, 20194 min read


Snowstorms
I live in the Puget Sound. As I write, the snow is falling. The snow has been falling for days. We have around 2 feet at our house. For...
Jasmine Ray-Symms
Feb 12, 20192 min read


Insanity
I write to make sense of my insanity. I’ve battled assorted illnesses since I was a child. Responses have varied. Some write me off,...
Jasmine Ray-Symms
Feb 11, 20193 min read


Faith
A friend sent me the quote, “Faith is not believing that God can, it’s knowing that God will”. This sums up my spiritual dilemma. I have...
Jasmine Ray-Symms
Feb 7, 20192 min read


The Work of God
I attend a wonderful church. It’s loving and giving. Members take care of each other so needs are met. The only drawback is it’s small....
Jasmine Ray-Symms
Jan 24, 20193 min read


Thoughts on Faith, Gifts and Parenting
Faith Why does having faith seem so hard? Why do we struggle to trust an omnipotent God? Hebrews 11: 1 describes “faith” as Hebrews 11:1...
Jasmine Ray-Symms
Jan 21, 20194 min read


Where is the Love?
I am married to a transgender female. We’ve been married for 30 years but she only realized she was a woman 8 years ago. Until that time,...
Jasmine Ray-Symms
Jan 5, 20192 min read


Keep Up the Fight
I have had people ask me why I use such aggressive terms as “fight” or “fierce”. It’s not that I’m advocating violence, I’m advocating...
Jasmine Ray-Symms
Dec 26, 20182 min read


Happy New Years
With the New Year just around the corner, it’s a time for fresh starts. The New Year holds such promise. Resolutions are made with the...
Jasmine Ray-Symms
Dec 21, 20181 min read


We Are Fierce!
Having a physical, mental or emotional illness is draining. Pain, exhaustion, fear, frustration, loneliness, anger become constant...
Jasmine Ray-Symms
Dec 2, 20183 min read


Betrayal
I’ve suffered from mental illness my entire life. I’ve been judged my entire life. I’ve been seen as “weak”, ignoring the strength it...
Jasmine Ray-Symms
Nov 21, 20183 min read


Join Me Don't Judge Me
I was in my 20’s when I first started battling psychosis. I had two young children and could barely get out of bed. One day we had a...
Jasmine Ray-Symms
Nov 8, 20182 min read


Blogging From Your Live Site & Mobile!
We’ve made it quick and convenient for you to manage your blog from anywhere. In this blog post we’ll tell you how you can manage your...
Jasmine Ray-Symms
Jul 24, 20181 min read


Design a Stunning Blog
When it comes to design, the Wix blog has everything you need to create beautiful posts that will grab your reader's attention. Check out...
Jasmine Ray-Symms
Jul 24, 20181 min read


Grow Your Blog Community
With Wix Blog, you’re not only sharing your voice with the world, you can also grow an active online community. That’s why the Wix blog...
Jasmine Ray-Symms
Jul 24, 20181 min read


But How?
My last post talked about fighting to get better and not being alone. I spoke from the heart, it’s not an easy path but it can be done. A...
Jasmine Ray-Symms
Jul 24, 20183 min read


You Are Not Alone!
I write this blog because I believe in the messages I share not because I’m cured, but because I am here fighting, just like you. I was...
Jasmine Ray-Symms
Jul 21, 20183 min read


Keep Fighting!
Do you have a mental or physical illness? Where are you at? Beaten down to the point that getting dressed seems like an insurmountable...
Jasmine Ray-Symms
Jul 9, 20183 min read
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