Well, SheSpeaks is over and I am overwhelmed in many ways. Mostly good ways. It is humbling to realize how much I don’t know about things, but I am also equipped to learn more about that which I am passionate. Namely, writing.
I enjoy writing. Have I mentioned that here before? I sat in workshops about writing, taught by women who have written all their lives, surrounded by women who love words. It was divine. It was exciting, scary and divine.
No one had rocks in their pockets. The women in my peer review group were gracious and helpful. They made some great suggestions as well as encouraged me enough that I’m almost convinced I’m not crazy.
During the main sessions, I had a sweet glimpse of the Father’s heart toward me. He is gracious, patient and kind. He has brought a sense of clarity in the foggy mess that is my mind these days. And He is excited, too.
Finally, this thought: I always think the best gifts are the ones we don’t expect. Especially when they come from God’s hand.
This is Karla, Megan, Jami and me. We knew each other vaguely through our blogs before the conference, which is how we connected once we got there. And oh, how we did connect. As much as I love words, I can’t think of any to describe how thankful I am for them this weekend.
When I signed up for this conference, I didn’t know a single person attending. I didn’t expect to make friends, much less friends who are funny, who watch The Office, who love words as much as I do, who aren’t afraid to cry in public. What a blessing to discover these comment box robot people not only exist, but they are vibrant, emotional, beautiful women with real lives, real kids and real faith. I’m so glad I met you, friends.
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