New Beginnings for April Lorier
This is the week of new beginnings for me! Over the years, as I was Executive Director of COPE, Inc., I have received so many snail mails and emails from wounded people, and I've been answering them privately. Now it's time to answer them more publicly (names will be withheld) so other readers can benefit from the questions and, hopefully, from the answers.
The Post's title will not always begin "Dear April..." but will be answered by me. The caricature you will see was done by a handicapped man whose fingers do not work as they did before some very serious surgery. Just goes to show you there are no limits if you are properly motivated. His name is J. Moreno, Jr. and he is for hire, should any of you want caricatures done. (He's very reasonable!)
If you want to contribute to the "Dear April" help column, the address is at the bottom of this page. You can be anonymous, if you like, and I'll assign you a name that fits your predicament (like "Lost and Alone in Lodi")
The posts will appear on the Godwoman blog once a week, in the "Help for Women" Category or "Counselor" Category. That way, we will mix it up a bit, and even have some real live professionals from all walks of life as guest writers.
I am looking forward to launching this new endeavor, and I hope it brings inspiration and encouragement to you as you make your new beginning!
(c)2008 April Lorier
Author of God's Battered Child: Journey From Abuse to Leader, April Lorier offers her Christian view on domestic abuse, issues of society and of women, politics, divorce recovery, books, and modern-day "Christianity." The daughter of a pastor, her perspective is sometimes humorous, sometimes thought-provoking, but always a helpful faith-based resource for seekers of emotional and spiritual growth.
26 comments:
Good April... I'm working on my own beginnings also... it may be a series on AC and also go on a blog of my own.
I'm excited for you, April! I know you've been thinking along these lines for some time now.
Love the drawing!
Thank you Sally and Peg! Yes, the artwork is splendid, and I hope my column will inspire and encourage others, too! Thanks, dear friend, for your comments!
I am looking forward to this April, with your depth of experience and compassionate heart, you should be fantastic at this.
Wow, I can't wait for Dear April. What a fabulous artist, where did you find him? God Bless.
Why? Do you need a caricature done? If so, contact me and I will give you his email address. You can contact me at the email on top right of this blog. Bless you!
Looking forward to this April! You provide encouragement and inspiration to many.
Thank you, Tony. I appreciate your involvement in my writing. But yours is just as good, you know. I usually read you on Associated Content, but your blogs are great, too! God bless you, Tony Vega!
Very exciting April, I am so happy for you, I will praying it will bless many!!
The go-to gal :-)
Thank you, Teresa and Herstory, for your comments. "The go-to gal?" Ha! Never thought of myself that way, but I guess it fits. Blessings to both of you and I'll be reading your articles!
Dear April, good deal! God is working with you, and I believe that in healing others, your own healing will come 100%! ((((Sending you a bear hug))))
Thank you, goofy. Yep, just call me the new "Dear Abby". Hey! I hear you might have a couple of problems. Looking forward to solving them for you! :-]
This is great news, April. I look forward to reading this column. You have been an inspiration and a great help to me. You have been so generous with your time and words of wisdom! God bless.
Way to go, April! I, too, love the caricature! That man is extremely talented, as are you. New beginnings are wonderful!
Nan
Super idea!
Love and blessings,
Linda
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(I left a comment on your AC article too.)
;-)
Thank you, Nan. Yes, new beginnings are the best of times and the worst of times. Ha! I hope you are doing well? With as busy as you stay (editing) I wonder how you and your hubby have time to enjoy life. But I know you do. Thanks for commenting!
Thank you, Judy, for your kind words. Hey, isn't that what one Christian sister is supposed to do for another? I see you're doing well with not only Associated Content, but also with your blog! Congrats! I still love the name of your blog: Food Gratitude. I think it says it all!
Hey, Miss Poet Linda Nickerson! How nice to see your comment! We are both poetry lovers, as was The Psalmist. Hey, when you get to MY birthday, be sure to inject me into your "notable birthdays for this day" - Hey, I'm just as important as all those celebs, right? :-}
This is a wonderful concept, April. By the way, that caricature is incredible. If I ever need such services, I will know where to go!
Joshua
Dear April, I think this is a wonderful idea and opportunity! Looking forward to seeing more! Sussy
Thank you, Joshua. You are such a sweetheart... always there, encouraging, building me up (and others, too!). You just reflect the spirit of Christ.
Thank you, Sussy, for taking time to comment. I do enjoy your AC articles so much. I hope this opportunity will prove to encourage and inspire others. As you know, I've recently seen the value of giving people HOPE!
Looking FWD to seeing it soon! Michael (Justice Lives Not)
This is going to work out wonderful April !!!! Cathie
Thank you, Cathie and Michael for your kind words. It's nice to be encouraged! I think it's when we're most like God!