Janette is a lover of all things inspirational. She has spent most of her life inspiring and motivating others through humor, prose, exhortation, and the love of God. Janette is the author of A Swan Song, an intimate collection of poems and short stories. Janette lives in Olive Branch, Mississippi.

Hayden is a Christ follower with a passion for writing and encouraging his fellow believers. He has written articles for The Odyssey Online, an internet media company that empowers millennial content creators to express what’s important to them and share organically across their social networks. Hayden lives in Southaven, Mississippi.

Julie is a teacher for Shelby County Schools in Memphis, Tennessee. She enjoys creating a positive learning environment. With over 20+ years of teaching experience, Julie has cultivated trust and productive relationships with students, parents, teachers, and administrators.

Christianna is a mother of five beautiful daughters, one of whom is already with the Lord. She has been a nurse for 22 years and works at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital in Memphis, Tennessee. Christianna knows that serving people is her calling.

Sister Lou Ella is a former teacher and librarian whose writings have appeared in numerous magazines and anthologies. Press 53 published her first book of poetry in 2015, entitled she: robed and wordless. She was nominated for the Pushcart Prize in 2017 and in 2020. 

Be Inspired For Real blog welcomes guest contributors. We are looking for individuals who have unique stories, experiences, and perspectives to share with our readers. If you have a passion for writing and want to inspire others, we want to hear from you! Click here for more info.