.Jeanne and I were paired by the Holy Spirit at a prayer night about eight years ago, and she's been mentoring me since. Honestly, she has become more of a spiritual mother. It became obvious early in our relationship why God chose her for me. 

Jeanne's life experiences range far and wide. These experiences paired with her deep love for our Lord gave her the wisdom I desperately needed to strengthen my wobbly walk. Aside from wise, Jeanne is kind, caring, and gentle. (Sometimes too gentle for my thick heart!) She does not shy from being open and vulnerable because she knows who she is in Jesus. None of these characteristics take away from her ability to be real and honest about her fleshy human side, even with an occasional cuss word. (Though she tries not to!) I found this mix softened my fear of being hurt, as she has never been untrustworthy, unapproachable, or discouraging. Jeanne gets involved in the lives of those around her; it isn't a task, it's who she is. 

Her consistent presence, prayer, and mentorship has been the single most life-changing gift from God. Walking the narrow road is hard, and God tells the older wiser's to teach the youngers along the way. I couldn't agree more. If you're here, reading about Jeannie, I don't believe it's by accident, as that's not how God operates. You are valuable. You are important. Let Jeanne use her many gifts to bless you as she has me.