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Reaching for the Stars, Leaps of Faith, and Other Bold Moves (Life Lessons for Pioneers)
Occasionally when I sit down to write a post, I’ll feel a Holy Spirit ‘nudge’ to share something very specific with you. This week is one of those times. This message might be a little longer than normal, so if you only have time to skim, read the...![Two Months of the Year Left—Let’s Finish Strong!](https://melissarunacres.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/Sunday-brunch8-1080x675.jpg)
Two Months of the Year Left—Let’s Finish Strong!
Can you believe there are only 58 days left in 2021? I don’t know about you, but this year feels like it’s flown by! Despite the fact that the bulk of the year is behind us, there are almost two months (a little more than eight weeks) left before we ring in the new...![Some of My Favorite Quotes](https://melissarunacres.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/Styled-Stock-Society-All-About-Books-2-1080x675.jpg)
Some of My Favorite Quotes
Welcome to October’s installment of Mel’s Favorite Things. ?I’m dedicating the last post of each month to share some of my faves, from books to recipes to life hacks and beyond. Basically, if I love it (and think you might, too,) I’m gonna...![The Desire-Discipline Connection](https://melissarunacres.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/Beauty-Selfcare9-1080x675.jpg)
The Desire-Discipline Connection
Every week this month, I’m sharing phrases—’words to live by’—that have shaped my life and decisions. I’ve picked up some from my own insights, and many others from gurus, books, classes, etc.If you’d like to check out my previous phrases...![The Reality of Abundance](https://melissarunacres.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/wonderfelle-blueberry10-1080x675.jpg)