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Maria Martinez

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On 2/21/60 I accepted Jesus as my Savior and have experienced the "abundant life" He spoke about with many amazing experiences. I am blessed with one child, 9 grand-children and 4 great-grandchildren and a wonderful husband of 37 years. A career in real estate with my husband has occupied a large part of our marriage, but we are now both retired and very active in our church and with hobbies. There is never a dull moment in our house!! ...more

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I just finished your book, "The Apple Tree Wish". What an amazing story you have shared with me and others. I was moved to tears when you went on your women's retreat. I could feel all your emotions. It 's amazing how God fills our hearts with love. I am so touched and moved by your story.

My take away from your book is how inspired I am by God's work. I know He loves us. I know He's with us. I kno Read more of this blog post »

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The Apple Tree Wish -- Made by a Fatherless Girl

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