My Precious Daughter

Sometime ago I jotted this down...from where I don't know.  I have saved it to send to my 
daughter on her birthday, which is April 1st.  It reminded me of times when I was watching 
her grow, and of happier times when I could just call her up and tell her these things.  I love 
and miss her more than this mother could ever express, so this is to Ali:


My Precious Daughter

The joy of my life was just watching you grow.
You were my little princess, all tied with a bow.
 I'd read you the same book over & over again,
and listen to "God Blesses" till you finally said "Amen".

I'd watch you through a window as you'd run and play,
and I'd say a little prayer that you'd remember one day...
That you were loved so very much, and how I loved watching you grow
Into WHO you are today...someone all the world should know.

Author Unknown

 "The only people who are truly free are the ones who walk in a continual spirit of forgiveness."

Authors Articulating with Jo-Anne Vandermeulen

Hi Everyone,

 

Just in case you missed the live radio interview last night, or didn't know about it, it was recorded and you can listen in to the broadcast at:  http://tobtr.com/s/936781   I met the interviewer on a blogspot site & at www.Shoutlife.com.   Jo-Anne Vandermeulen with "Authors Articulating" invited me as a fellow author to be interviewed on Blogtalk Radio out of BC Canada.  I'm always looking for more ways to get exposure for my book, so I gladly accepted.

 

Claire Reeves, I hope you will listen, too, because I referenced you and your book.  Thanks again for your wonderful promo for my back cover.  Dana, thanks again for your beautiful Foreword.

 

Now, as follow-up I am asking all of you during this next month to team with me in getting the word out.  April is National Child Abuse Prevention Month, and we all need to be doing everything we can for the many, many victims who are out there, waiting for help and rescue from their abuse.  Thanks for listening to the recorded interview, and thanks for any help you may be able to give.  Please tell people about the book, because everyone in our society knows someone who has been abused, or, sadly, have been abused themselves.   Forrest and I continue to pray for those victims and their families, so that they can be healed from the scars of abuse and go on to lead happy, productive lives.

 

Blessings abundant to all of you,

Sandy

 
Authors Articulating with Jo-Anne Vandermeulen

"The only people who are truly free are the ones who live in a continual spirit of forgiveness."

The Worth of a Woman

The WORTH of a WOMAN... Friday, August 17, 2007 - 3:02 PM

To All The Amazing Women Out There!! THE WORTH OF A WOMAN One Flaw In Women (you will see what it is in the end) Women have strengths that amaze men. They bear hardships and they carry burdens, but they hold happiness, love and joy. They smile when they want to scream. They sing when they want to cry. They cry when they are happy and laugh when they are nervous. They fight for what they believe in. They stand up to injustice. They don't take "no" for an answer when they believe there is a better solution. They go without so their family can have. They go to the doctor with a frightened friend. They love unconditionally. They cry when their children excel and cheer when their friends get awards. They are happy when they hear about a birth or a wedding. Their hearts break when a friend dies. They grieve at the loss of a family member, yet they are strong when they think there is no strength left. They know that a hug and a kiss can heal a broken heart. Women come in all shapes, sizes and colors. They'll drive, fly, walk, run or e-mail you to show how much they care about you. The heart of a woman is what makes the world keep turning. They bring joy, hope and love. They have the compassion and ideas. They give moral support to their family and friends. Women have vital things to say and everything to give. HOWEVER, IF THERE IS ONE FLAW IN WOMEN, IT IS THAT THEY FORGET THEIR WORTH.

"The only people who are truly free are the ones who live in a continual spirit of forgiveness."

Father, Forgive My Father called "Road Map to Reclaiming Your Life"

Did you know that child sexual abuse is an epidemic in our country, and that it is hurting all of our society? Since April is National Child Abuse Prevention Month, I would like to let you know about my book written to help victims of sexual child abuse. It is entitled, "Father, Forgive My Father" and is the product of a life-long dream and goal to get it published. The book tells my story of how, as a victim of sexual child abuse for 15 years, I was able to get through it and ultimately heal from the wounds of abuse; how I let God "turned my scars to stars". Now, in my retirement years, I am trying to get it out to the multitudes of victims who need help.

Claire Reeves, Founder/Director of MASA (Mothers Against Sexual Abuse) wrote the Promo for the back book cover, and has called it a "road map to reclaiming your life". So far, reviews from all across the country are encouraging, and I am hearing reports such as "your book healed my whole family", or "your book saved my life". But we need to reach many, many more victims, because as I said, child sexual abuse is an epidemic in our country and it is hurting all of us. Our prisons today are full of victims who were never healed, so they went on to abuse others. With the statistics of child sexual abuse so staggering these days, almost everyone has either experienced abuse or knows someone who has. Please partner with me in letting your friends and loved ones know about this book that is helping so many. Put your thinking cap on, and think of those you know who might need your help. You can order it at the following web sites: www.authorhouse.com, www.barnesandnoble.com, www.amazon.com. I am also available for book readings and signings, and give a workshop entitled, "Becoming God's Woman/or Man".
Please feel free to let me know how I can help you to help other victims who still need healing.

"The only people who are truly free are the ones who live in a continual spirit of forgiveness."

Haiti Hands and Feet Newsletter

"The only people who are truly free are the ones who live in a continual spirit of forgiveness."

Christ's Bell

Christ Bell .

This is an awesome e-mail. Someone took a lot of time setting up this message, and I'd like to share it with you today. The verses here will contribute greatly to our efforts in "Becoming God's Woman".

THE BELL
I KNOW WHO I AM
I am God's child (John 1:12)
I am Christ's friend (John 15:15 )
I am united with the Lord (1 Cor. 6:17)
I am bought with a price (1 Cor 6:19-20)
I am a saint (set apart for God). (Eph. 1:1)
I am a personal witness of Christ. (Acts 1:8)
I am the salt & light of the earth (Matt 5:13-14)
I am a member of the body of Christ (1 Cor 12:27)
I am free forever from condemnation ( Rom 8: 1-2)
I am a citizen of Heaven. I am significant (Phil 3 :20)
I am free from any charge against me (Rom 8:31 -34)
I am a minister of reconciliation for God (2 Cor 5:17-21)
I have access to God through the Holy Spirit (Eph. 2:18)
I am seated with Christ in the heavenly realms (Eph. 2:6)
I cannot be separated from the love of God (Rom 8:35-39)
I am established, anointed, sealed by God (2 Cor 1:21-22 )
I am assured all things work together for good (Rom. 8:28 )
I have been chosen and appointed to bear fruit (John 15:16 )
I may approach God with freedom and confidence (Eph. 3: 12 )
I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me (Phil. 4:13 )
I am the branch of the true vine, a channel of His life (John 15: 1-5)
I am God's temple (1 Cor. 3: 16). I am complete in Christ (Col. 2: 10)
I am hidden with Christ in God (Col. 3:3).. I have been justified (Romans 5:1)
I am God's co-worker (1 Cor. 3:9; 2 Cor 6:1). I am God's workmanship (Eph. 2:10)
I am confident that the good works God has begun in me will be perfected. (Phil. 1: 5)
I have been redeemed and forgiven ( Col 1:14). I have been adopted as God's child (Eph 1:5)
I belong to God
Do you know
Who you are?


Keep this bell ringing...pass it on
'The LORD bless you and keep you;
The LORD make His face shine upon you
And be gracious to you;
The LORD turn His face toward you
And give you peace...
Numbers 6:24-26

"The only people who are truly free are the ones who live in a continual spirit of forgiveness."

Tighten Our Child Sex Abuse Laws

I know, some of you may be getting tired of hearing me repeat myself, but this is a subject that is dear to my heart...NOT abuse, but in trying to get help for victims of abuse, whether it be sexual or other. I continue to read about so many young people who continue to suffer abuse in a nation that looks the other way and deny that it is happening. What is it going to take?

The scars of abuse "leave emotional bloodshed" on all of us by the guilt of not doing enough in our societies to help and make a difference. It is also on all of us as a financial burden due to the numbers of humanity who have to be locked up. Our prisons today are FULL of perpetrators who were victims themselves...it has snowballed from generation to generation, and is a burden on all of society. We MUST stop this horrendous epidemic (and THAT is what it is...no matter what anyone says) so that our children and grandchildren don't continue to pay in future generations for our denial and complacency.

All child abuse should be reported and dealt with, and punished (not just with a slap on the hand and let out to abuse again...but to the full extent of the law). I live in the U.S. and there are a number of states who are mightily tightening their laws on child abuse. Claire Reeves (who wrote the promo for the back cover of my book) has been instrumental in getting these laws changed...one main state was California. Claire is the Founder/President of MASA (Mothers Against Sexual Abuse) and she works tirelessly in government to tighten these laws.

Also, when we traveled abroad a few years ago in the Caribbean, I did a little research on my own while we were on tours. I asked our guides in each city we stopped, "Do you have much child abuse here." In every instance they would answer with words to the affect "No, you touch the child, you do life in prison." It was no 3 strikes and you're out...ONE time and you do LIFE in prison. These little countries have made the effort that it takes to get their laws changed. This is what needs to happen in every state of the US and in every country of the world.

Thanks again ShoutLife friends for all the efforts that YOU make where you live. And please, whoever reads this and knows of someone who needs healing from abuse, please refer them to my book, "Father, Forgive My Father". It is being called "the roadmap to recover" all across the country, and praise God, it is healing people so that they can live victorious lives through the healing power of Jesus Christ. With current statistics what they are (1 in 4 girls and 1 in 5 boys abused by the age of 18) almost everyone knows someone who has been abused or, unfortunately, has been abused themselves. Those are the "published" statistics; who knows how high the numbers really are. So, put on your thinking caps, and open your eyes, and be more aware of your surroundings and those who may need your help.



"The only people who are truly free are the ones who live in a continual spirit of forgiveness."