Finding the Missing Peace to Life’s Puzzle

By Ethel E. Reeves MEd

Everyone’s life consists of challenges and situations that, just like a puzzle, come together to shape who we are and how we present ourselves. A puzzle is not complete when there is a missing piece and life is not complete when there is missing peace. Ethel shares strategies that help the reader sort through the challenges of life while maintaining a focus on finding peace.

• Language: English
• Publisher: WestBow Press
• Release date: Jul 19, 2021
• ISBN: 9781664236202

Ethel E. Reeves MEd

Ethel E. Reeves wears a smile as a testament of God’s love and faithfulness, knowing that she is fearfully and wonderfully made. As a native of Lynchburg, Virginia, she is distinguished in many realms: she is a mother, a grandmother, a cosmetologist, an entrepreneur, and a passionate educator and encourager. As the founder of The Encouragement Group, Ethel believes in providing people with the skills and confidence necessary to maximize the greatness that exists inside them. She is a powerfully engaging speaker who has facilitated workshops and addressed audiences for various organizations and ministries. Her genuine spirit allows her to meet people where they are and to uplift them.

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WestBow Press rev. date: 7/16/2021

CONTENTS

Introduction

Reflection

Peace

The Pursuit

Reflection

Environment

Reflection

Reflection

Accountability

Reflection

Reflection

Enjoyment

Reflection

Enjoyment

PEACE

Scriptures to Assist as You Find Peace

My Prayer

About the Author

This book is dedicated to my two amazing children, Dakota

and Jacquelle, who stood by me in my pursuit of peace.

On days when I felt I could not go on, they were the wind

beneath my wings both individually and collectively.

In memory of my parents, James H. Slick Reeves

Jr., and Jacqueline Paige Reeves. You both instilled

the values in me that I operate in daily. Thank you

for showing me the way. On days when I miss you

the most, I reflect on the lessons you taught me.

Kelvin, my one and only brother, thank you for

modeling what "don’t worry about