Wow, one year ago is where a lot of this began.
What is "this", you ask?
"This" is the fruition of a wildly creative, wonderful, daring, courageous group that I have been so truly blessed to belong to.
Sharon knows the exact date we started and have met pretty much every Thursday since.
"This" group, which we don't officially have a name for, has been my life-saver.
"This" group, has been my support in my speaking, my writing, my life.
No, I am not exaggerating....seriously.
These women, in the last year, have supported me through dealing with my father's death, and have helped me persevere with my writing and speaking.
They understand the "writing thing". Not everyone does, and not everyone was meant to.
In fact, I didn't... until my heart was broken.
"This" group is a group where I am accepted unconditionally.
There are no expectations put on me...
"This" group is a group where I can share authentically.
I am not judged.
"This" group is a group where I feel completely "okay' with myself.
I am accepted.
"This" group is a group that embraces who I am, the good, the bad and yes, the UGLY.
I am loved.
"This" group is a group that could go on the road as comedians. We laugh hysterically.
They are funny.
"This" group is a group with real people dealing with real issues.
They are open.
"This" group is a group that gives me feedback, risking the fact that I may not like what I hear,
but they tell me anyways.
They are honest.
"This" group has been an incredible blessing in my life.
They are the body of Christ.
I am so very thankful that I met Sharon and Lynne through our Speaking Class,
and it was no accident that I met Tina in the bathroom, of all places.
Who knew we would all "click" at last year's conference.
Who knew we would accomplish all we have accomplished in one year?
Who knew we would all cling to each other for support as we journey on our
Writing/Speaking paths?
Who knew that coming together would create so much more than we could individually?
God Knew.
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If you are working on your craft, you MUST find a "This" in your life,
You MUST!
