Cheryl’s Writings – Page 2 – Side by Side Ministries

It’s a Joy to Read

Cheryl's Writings, Destination Le Mars, Siouxland WomanMay 9, 2025792Views 0Likes 0Comments

WRITTEN BY CHERYL WELLS So happy to be able to talk about the newest addition in Downtown Le Mars that is just opening in May. Second Chapter – Gently Used Books is downtown right next door to Habitué Coffeehouse & Bakery at 104 Central Ave. NE. This is a building that we bought about seven…

Learning as We Go

Cheryl's Writings, Leadership, Siouxland WomanMay 9, 2025479Views 0Likes 0Comments

WRITTEN BY CHERYL WELLS I have learned to laugh at myself and see my mistakes as opportunities to grow and do differently. Many times lately in the midst of busyness, we have had to redo or begin again. The stories are real and some of them are in real time! We just finished a project…

Building a Stronger Future: Le Mars Daycare

Cheryl's Writings, Destination Le Mars, Siouxland WomanApril 1, 20251KViews 0Likes 0Comments

WRITTEN BY CHERYL WELLS & MARK GAUL In any thriving community, many pieces come together to create a place where families can grow and prosper. Vibrant local businesses, a strong religious and social network, and quality housing options are just a few elements that make a community a great place to call home. In Le…

Pouring Out Our Hearts

Cheryl's Writings, Siouxland WomanApril 1, 20251KViews 0Likes 0Comments

WRITTEN BY CHERYL WELLS I have been thinking about what it means to pour out my heart to the Lord and how that is helpful to me. I read something lately about Psalm 62:8 that says “trust in Him at all times, O people; pour out your heart before Him. God is a refuge for…

Headline Event Space

Cheryl's Writings, Destination Le Mars, Siouxland WomanMarch 1, 20251KViews 0Likes 0Comments

WRITTEN BY CHERYL WELLS This brand-new event space has been a long-time coming for us and we are very pleased to be able to present it to our greater community. Headline Event Space at 41-1st Ave. NE is in the Sentinel Building in Le Mars right across the street from the Fareway parking lot. The…

Staying Strong

Cheryl's Writings, Leadership, Siouxland WomanMarch 1, 2025943Views 0Likes 0Comments

WRITTEN BY CHERYL WELLS It’s funny sometimes when you find yourself sharing about a topic that sounds really confident and yet you know your natural tendency is probably the opposite. I am going to travel and speak at a women’s leadership event called Bridging the Gap about being stronger than the storms. I know that…

What’s the Need?

Cheryl's Writings, Siouxland WomanFebruary 11, 2025700Views 0Likes 0Comments

WRITTEN BY CHERYL WELLS As we are making our way into the new year and trying to keep momentum there may be some moments of sensing that there is something missing or needed. It may feel like an unmet need, or a roadblock and you just don’t know if you are ok. It’s kind of…

A Year to Thrive!

Cheryl's Writings, Leadership, Siouxland WomanJanuary 7, 20252KViews 0Likes 0Comments

WRITTEN BY CHERYL WELLS Isn’t January a good time to think about being on a journey of healing to thrive? I ended last year with a really sweet time away with Mike at a couple’s therapy retreat in Idaho that was recommended by a family therapist we know well. Kevin shared with us when we…

Wildflowers

Cheryl's Writings, Destination Le Mars, Siouxland WomanJanuary 7, 2025952Views 0Likes 0Comments

WRITTEN BY CHERYL WELLS It is so exciting to introduce you every month to another new business in Le Mars that has just opened. This building has been so fun to transform into a beautiful space that is a new business in the Le Mars area called Wildflowers. It has been especially fun because of…

Polished to Perfection

Cheryl's Writings, Destination Le MarsNovember 29, 20242KViews 0Likes 0Comments

WRITTEN BY CHERYL WELLS We are closing out our year for Destination Le Mars with another wonderful story about a new business owner that is super excited to be working full time doing what he loves! We love showcasing these new businesses because it’s a win for everyone. It’s great exposure for Nick and Greenfield…