Author Archives: Jaren

Your light will never burn out

Have you ever watched the Olympic torch relay?  Anciently, the Greeks believed the fire was stolen from the God Zeus by Prometheus; and kept burning throughout the games.  The Olympic torch is ignited before the games in a ceremony.  In … Continue reading

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Daddy, get up; please :)

As a part of our service, my church has a time when individuals get up to express their faith.  These expressions are often either recent faith-promoting experiences or simply validating heartfelt beliefs.  In our last meeting, my youngest daughter Lindie … Continue reading

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Survey of Realtor Sentiment Region 11

SRS Region 11 – May 2010

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Your generosity has made my life better, thx.

Today I was blessed to participate in a class where the instructor taught the value of service.  He began by asking, “What have you done recently to help someone?”  This brought self-reflection and stories which were shared by those attending.  … Continue reading

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The decade now drawing to a close has proven to be arguably the worst in American history.

The decade now drawing to a close has proven arguably the worst in American history.  Since the 1840s, for example, only twice has the inflation-adjusted American stock market been negative over a ten-year period.  -.2 percent during the Great Depression … Continue reading

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It is not by chance America was founded

It is not by chance America was founded by individuals seeking freedom. During the Ming Dynasty, the Chinese built the Forbidden City, one of the wonders of the world.  They had 3,500 ships; this naval fleet was ten times larger … Continue reading

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Chapter One Complete

This is the post to give away our first book!!!  Over the next 24 hours, whoever makes a comment of any kind on this post will be put in a random drawing for a signed book and the chance to … Continue reading

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Chapter Three Finished!!!

Dear friends; Word of my book is spreading and gaining incredible momentum; for that, I thank you.  It is time for another giveaway. These are the winners to date of a free signed book:  Adorna Carroll, Ronda Landes, Johanna Palepoi, … Continue reading

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Chapter Two Finished!!!

Adorna, Ronda, Johanna, Micah, Kim,  Nick, Adam, Cassi, Lori, Neda and Cami each have won books to date. This time you can post on here, Facebook or send me an email jaren@jlddevelopment.com Many have suggested easier access will give more … Continue reading

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While traveling on a plane

I sat beside a beautiful lady from Salt Lake to Phoenix on a flight.  She was in town to participate in her daughter’s wedding.  It was evident she was excited her family had participated in life events together.  We talked … Continue reading

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