Welcome to She Sparkles ~ Blizzard Bloghop

by Cindy Bultema | Jan 28, 2011 | Uncategorized | 14 comments

Hi Bloggy Friends and visitors from the Blizzard Bloghop! Welcome to *She Sparkles*!

My name is Cindy and I’m so glad you are here! I’m thrilled to have the chance to introduce myself to you!

First, you may be wondering, how did I come up with the title, *She Sparkles*??

Well, many years ago, my friend Shauna Niequist shared if she had to describe me in one word it would be “*sparkling*” (I thought to myself..”hmmm…sparkling ~ I like it!”).

Years later, when I came across Zechariah 9:16…

The LORD their God will save them on that day as the flock of His people. They will *sparkle* in His land like jewels in a crown…..

….my creative wheels starting turning ~ and *She Sparkles* was born!

(And trust me ~ after many, many years of rebellious, defeated, sinful living ~ I now count it a huge privilege and honor to *Sparkle* for Him!)

My hope is that *She Sparkles* is a joy-filled place to talk about faith, family fun, marriage, parenting within our personality, prayer, and even finding hope in the midst of great tragedy.

Most recently, I’ve been very honest with my life long weight struggle, and my desire to live Fat Talk Free. I also love books and giveaways…so anytime I come across a book/resource I love ~ I try to pass it on! (In fact, it’s not too late to enter my latest book giveaway!)

My husband, John, is a controller for a local country club. He is handsome, hard working, loyal, an amazing dad, and enjoys doing laundry (a rare gift, I realize!). We have been married 10 years!

John and I are blessed to have 4 great kids ~ ages 7, almost 8, 9, and 16. Trust me, there is never a dull moment at our house!

This fall I stepped out of my comfort zone and shared my first “vlog”!. Not that I enjoy the video camera (trust me) ~ but I do love sharing with others how amazing God is!

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Mostly, I hope any time you visit *She Sparkles*, you will leave you feeling joy-filled, encouraged, ready to have a party & celebrate, and pointed to Truth!

(And, if you’re ever feeling stuck or defeated, feel free to shoot me a quick note. Just ask my friends, I love to give little pep talks filled with Truth and hope!)

Thank you so much for stopping by *She Sparkles* ! I hope to see more of you! And please feel free to leave me a comment so I can come visit your lovely blog too!

Sweet blessings to you~

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14 Comments

Amy Starr on January 28, 2011 at 2:06 am

Hi Cindy, Nice to meet you. I hopped over from the Blizzard Bloghop because I just feel like I need some new blogs to encourage me in my momhood and my walk with the Lord! And so I was so blessed to watch your vlog, and hear the story about giving the costume away. Wow! What a neat story, and an encouragement to me, that God cares about the details! Thanks for posting that!
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allenaim photography and design on January 28, 2011 at 2:08 am

I just LOVE the explanation of your bloggy name…love that verse…
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Andrea on January 28, 2011 at 2:34 am

I love how you got your blog name – and it definitely suits you! ♥
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Stacy on January 28, 2011 at 2:49 am

Thank you so much for your blog, Cindy it has been a blessing to me! Keep up the good work and sharing the gospel!
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FallonElla on January 28, 2011 at 5:09 am

You can tell you're very positive! Beautiful family 🙂 Stopping by from the bloghop and love the sparkling name 😉 Nice to meet you!
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Leah @ Point Ministries on January 28, 2011 at 11:52 am

A bloghop…what a great idea. Would love to be part of one sometime. I love how you got the name of your blog. How neat!! Thanks for sharing pics and words of encouragement. Blessings to you, Cindy.
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Annie on January 28, 2011 at 4:14 pm

hi! So nice to meet you! I love that verse you shared. I have never really heard it before, I obviously spend more time in the New Testament. But that verse means so much – no matter what we go through here on earth, we will be sparkling in Heaven with our Savior!
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Lea on January 28, 2011 at 7:24 pm

Enjoyed this entry so much. Your vlog was superb! Thanks for being a real encourager and blessings abundant to you!
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Laura Starnes on January 28, 2011 at 9:54 pm

I think you just gave me a new "favorite" verse..if there could be such a thing. Nice to meet you and I plan on sticking around for awhile.Come visit me at http://starnesintn.blogspot.com
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Toia on January 28, 2011 at 10:43 pm

It's great to know how you came up with your blog name. And I remember this vlog, but I didn't realize it was your first one. Have a bless weekend and enjoy your bloghop!! =D
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Melissa, Multi-Tasking Mama on January 29, 2011 at 2:43 am

You always make me smile… hope you have a blessed weekend!
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Tracy Suzanne on January 30, 2011 at 8:32 am

Hi Cindy! I've just been poking around your blog and love it. I loved your testimony and really thought it was wonderful. I can relate to the doing it yourself part. I love where your life has ended up and that your father accepted Christ too. It's so funny that your friend described you as sparkly because that was honestly the first word that came to my mind when I saw your smile. I thought she just sparkles. Your family photos are beautiful. I'm so glad I found your blog and hope to get to know you better.Have a blessed Sunday. Hugs…Tracy 🙂
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Tracy Suzanne on January 30, 2011 at 8:34 am

Hi Cindy! I've just been poking around your blog and love it. I loved your testimony and really thought it was wonderful. I can relate to the doing it yourself part. I love where your life has ended up and that your father accepted Christ too. It's so funny that your friend described you as sparkly because that was honestly the first word that came to my mind when I saw your smile. I thought she just sparkles. Your family photos are beautiful. I'm so glad I found your blog and hope to get to know you better.Have a blessed Sunday. Hugs…Tracy 🙂
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Heather on February 3, 2011 at 10:24 pm

Hiya Cindy- Would you link this video to my blog? I have a linky called "blessed 2 Be a blessing "and it is brand new. Every Wednesday it will be up. I REALLY think it would bless my peeps. Thanks so much for sharing!!! Heather @ http://www.northropfamilymissions.blogspot.com
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I’m Cindy—wife, mom, ministry leader, speaker, author & overcomer.

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"Cindy Bultema is a breath of fresh air! With vulnerable openness, gut-level honesty, down-home humor, and timeless biblical truth, her spoken and written words will inspire you to take an action step toward fresh faith and renewed hope.

Cindy ministers on and off the platform with personal warmth and genuine compassion. As a speaker, author, and mentor to many, Cindy has my highest recommendation!"

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Carol Kent, Speaker and Author
President, Speak Up Ministries

"Cindy Bultema is a breath of fresh air! With vulnerable openness, gut-level honesty, down-home humor, and timeless biblical truth, her spoken and written words will inspire you to take an action step toward fresh faith and renewed hope. Cindy ministers on and off the platform with personal warmth and genuine compassion. As a speaker, author, and mentor to many, Cindy has my highest recommendation!"

https://www.cindybultema.com/testimonials/cindy-bultema-is-a-breath-of-fresh-air/

Cindy mentioned each woman at least once by name throughout her sessions.

"As women's ministry leaders know, finding a speaker who is Right AND Relevant is quite a task.

God led us to Cindy last spring as a speaker for our fall retreat at Mackinac Island. Even then, I did not realize what a gifted messenger she would be.

With almost 70 women present, Cindy mentioned each woman at least once by name throughout her sessions. She did not shrink back from telling her testimony, as difficult as it must have been. And she opened the book of Revelation to our ladies with insight and application like few women I have ever heard.

Thank you, Cindy for marking this retreat as a milestone in women's ministries at Woodside Bible Church. Praying we will never be the same."

Shari Hulcy, Women's Ministries Director
Woodside Bible Church, White Lake, MI

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Shari Hulcy, Women's Ministries Director
Woodside Bible Church, White Lake, MI

"As women's ministry leaders know, finding a speaker who is Right AND Relevant is quite a task. God led us to Cindy last spring as a speaker for our fall retreat at Mackinac Island. Even then, I did not realize what a gifted messenger she would be. With almost 70 women present, Cindy mentioned each woman at least once by name throughout her sessions. She did not shrink back from telling her testimony, as difficult as it must have been. And she opened the book of Revelation to our ladies with insight and application like few women I have ever heard. Thank you, Cindy for marking this retreat as a milestone in women's ministries at Woodside Bible Church. Praying we will never be the same."

https://www.cindybultema.com/testimonials/cindy-mentioned-each-woman-at-least-once-by-name-throughout-her-sessions/

Experiencing Cindy speak will awaken you…

"Experiencing Cindy speak will awaken you to timeless truths of scripture made relevant to your life today.

Her amazing story of transformation, coupled with her solid biblical teaching -- not to mention her contagious smile -- will find you walking away in love with her perfect Savior."

Karen Ehman, Director of Speakers for Proverbs 31 Ministries; Author

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Karen Ehman, Director of Speakers for Proverbs 31 Ministries; Author

"Experiencing Cindy speak will awaken you to timeless truths of scripture made relevant to your life today. Her amazing story of transformation, coupled with her solid biblical teaching -- not to mention her contagious smile -- will find you walking away in love with her perfect Savior."

https://www.cindybultema.com/testimonials/experiencing-cindy-speak-will-awaken-you/

Cindy’s enthusiasm for the Lord is contagious…

"You will find no one more highly motivated to see lives changed by God’s love and grace than Cindy. Cindy’s enthusiasm for the Lord is contagious and many women have testified that she has ministered to them from the message she delivered.

Cindy’s personal testimony has been one of transformation for God’s Glory. She continues be used by God through her testimony for the many women who have had similar life circumstances and for others who can see what God can do!"

Suzanne Reinink, Director of Adult Ministries
Sunshine Community Church, Grand Rapids, MI

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Suzanne Reinink, Director of Adult Ministries
Sunshine Community Church, Grand Rapids, MI

"You will find no one more highly motivated to see lives changed by God’s love and grace than Cindy. Cindy’s enthusiasm for the Lord is contagious and many women have testified that she has ministered to them from the message she delivered. Cindy’s personal testimony has been one of transformation for God’s Glory. She continues be used by God through her testimony for the many women who have had similar life circumstances and for others who can see what God can do!"

https://www.cindybultema.com/testimonials/cindys-enthusiasm-for-the-lord-is-contagious/

Several attendees have continued to comment on how great she was months after the event.

"Cindy came to Texas and lead three sessions during our overnight Fall Women’s Retreat. Each Biblically based session was well thought out and touched each of us as she dove into finding balance in our unbalanced world. She made sure to tailor the message to our audience of multi-generational women in all stages and phases of life. However, it was in the ‘down time’ that Cindy deeply connected to several of the ladies who were so moved by her messages that they later were able to share private tears together. It was lovely to see God’s hand of healing being brought to the ladies of our church through Cindy’s powerful words and gentle spirit. Several attendees have continued to comment on how great she was months after the event. Cindy will be a great addition to your event/retreat too."

Andrea Sellers, Director Women’s Ministry, Redeemer Lutheran Church, Austin, TX

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Andrea Sellers, Director Women’s Ministry, Redeemer Lutheran Church, Austin, TX

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