Meet the talented writers in this Summer 2025 Issue

DAISY DRONEN

Daisy Dronen is a Honduran born writer, arrived in the US via Texas, and now sets tables in Dayton, OH. She writes by grace- prose, poems, and other pieces that break open a bit more the ethereal and delicate gauze that stands between heaven and earth. Setting tables to foster authentic community is a lifestyle she loves to share with others through her kitchen bursting with creativity and hospitality. The door is always open in their home as Josh and Daisy love and raise their three kiddos. Connect with Daisy at daisyfdronen.com , on  instagram @daisyfd, and on Facebook @daisyfuentesdronen

RUTHIE GRAY

Ruthie Gray is a Gen X mom, 15-year caregiver, and author of Empty Nest Awakening; Weaving the Threads of Your Passions into Purpose. As a self-proclaimed "juggler of generations," Ruthie believes her God-given purpose is to impart peace, joy, and wisdom to moms managing the demands of multiple age groups. Ruthie is the host of the Sandwich Season Sanity podcast and the Next Steps Retreat for Empty Nest Entrepreneurs, and you can find her resources at RuthieGray.com.

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JOHANNA HENDERSON

Johanna Henderson is a lover of Jesus Christ, married to her college sweetheart for twenty-six years, and has three amazing young men. She loves walking, writing, and scrapbook journaling to her Maker and is the creator and designer of Journey with Maker Magazine. She is also the author of Hedge of Protection - A Counterfeit Covering. You can find Johanna at www.JourneywithMaker.com Facebook.com/DevotedToMaker Instagram.com/johanna_devotedtomaker

KATELYNN MEISNER

Katelynn Meisner is a student at Sinclair College majoring in English with a creative writing concentration. Originally she studied American Sign Language Interpreting, earning herself a certificate in deaf studies. While ASL will always be a passion of hers, Katelynn has shifted her focus to her love for writing. She is currently working on her first novel and in her free time she enjoys journaling, napping, and spending time with her siblings. You can find Katelynn on Instagram @kate.haikus_

HANNAH MORSE

Hannah Morse is married to David 22 years this September will be twenty-three years. Mother of three beautiful children Ezekiel (EZ) 18 year old, Isaiah 17 year old, and Neriah 14 year old. She works at Grace Hope Church as the ministry assistant and have worked for the church for over 10 years She is currently working on her credentials, until being called to the mission field.

Melanie is a best-selling author of nine books, a blogger, a speaker, and a podcaster. Her newest book – Just Rest: A Devotional Journal – is available on Amazon. For the past 34 years, she’s been married to Randy and serving alongside him in full-time ministry. Additionally, she’s also a mom to two awesome young adults (Riley and Emily) and two Aussies. God’s grace never ceases to amaze her!You can find out more about Melanie & her ministry at www.melanieredd.com.facebook.com/MelanieMRedd/
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Jennifer Sakata is a speaker, podcaster, author, and guest blogger who nurtures joy at the corner of real grace and real life. Host of Living the Grace Life podcast, Jennifer helps busy and full-plated women bridge the gap between thinking about grace and living through grace. Jennifer lives in Central Illinois with her husband, Craig, and their two Earthside teen sons. Connect with Jennifer at jennifersakata.com
Instagram @JenniferSakata or Facebook @JenniferSakata.author

JENNIFER SAKATA

SARAH SUTTON

Sarah Sutton is a wife to Chris and has five beautiful children. She is a believer in Jesus Christ and believes raising her children is the best kind of Kingdom Work any mom could do. She and her husband own Berryhill Farm in rural Ohio, where they grow organic blueberries and blackberries. They have a large homestead where they work the land and help others to do the same. They host homesteading events throughout the year, plus several classes to help others in their homesteading journey.
You can find her at www.berryhillfarm.net and Instagram and Facebook

SARAH YOUNG

Sarah Young is a pastor’s wife, mother, grandmother, musician, and artist. She authored a women’s Bible study entitled: Abigail’s Story: Biblical Wisdom from a Woman of Strength and Faith and is currently completing a children’s book. You can follow her on Facebook, Abigail’s Story on Facebook, considerwithme (Instagram), or Charis Cottage Designs on Etsy.

MELANIE REDD