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My Family? In the Dallas Morning News?

November 5, 2021 by Lauren 26 Comments

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When a former yoga student of mine approached me with the idea of writing a human interest piece on my family for the Dallas Morning News, I didn’t know quite what to think.  First of all, I somehow missed that she was a journalist.  Second, my family seems pretty ordinary to me.

 

I thought about it and prayed about it.  I concluded that we should pursue any possible opportunity to bring glory to God.  So I agreed.

 

Harriet Blake, a special contributor for the Dallas Morning News interviewed me, my husband and daughter, friends and neighbors and other family members.  She crafted a thoughtful and kind story. And I hope it glorifies God – center of all our stories.

 

Read the article at this link.

 

I want to extend a big thank you to Harriet Blake for this opportunity and for you, dear reader, for supporting me in these endeavors.  All praise God.

 

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  1. Barbara Harper says

    November 5, 2021 at 7:44 am

    What a neat opportunity! Unfortunately, I couldn’t read the article without subscribing to the paper. But I am so glad for your story to get out to the Dallas area and pray with you that it glorifies God.

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    • Lauren says

      November 5, 2021 at 9:44 am

      I’m sorry you couldn’t access it Barbara! I wish I understood why some people hit a paywall and others don’t.

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      • Bosco Peters says

        November 5, 2021 at 1:43 pm

        I simply read the article on your image – if you click on the image it enlarges as much as you want/need. I read it there before I even spotted the link to the website – and no, there was no paywall.

        It’s a great article; an inspiring, encouraging story.

        Blessings

        Bosco

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        • Lauren says

          November 5, 2021 at 2:35 pm

          Thank you so much. I really appreciate you taking the time.

          Reply
    • Lisa Blair says

      November 5, 2021 at 1:30 pm

      I’ll email it to you, Barbara.

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      • Lauren says

        November 5, 2021 at 1:34 pm

        What a kind offer, Lisa. I should have thought to do that myself! I appreciate you.

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      • Barbara Harper says

        November 5, 2021 at 1:48 pm

        Thanks so much, Lisa! That was so thoughtful! Laura, I enjoyed it so much.

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        • Lauren says

          November 5, 2021 at 2:34 pm

          Thank you.

          Reply
  2. Donna Reidland says

    November 5, 2021 at 8:35 am

    Lauren, I look forward to reading the article. What a blessing to be able to proclaim His goodness and grace to people who might not otherwise hear your testimony! May it touch many hearts!

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    • Lauren says

      November 5, 2021 at 9:44 am

      This is my prayer as well, Donna! Thank you.

      Reply
  3. Joanne Viola says

    November 5, 2021 at 9:31 am

    Lauren, what a beautiful piece that honors your family, the community and those who have come around you, and your faith! May God use you in the lives of others and to the glory of His Name!

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    • Lauren says

      November 5, 2021 at 9:43 am

      Thank you for this precious prayer, Joanne.

      Reply
  4. Lisa Blair says

    November 5, 2021 at 1:24 pm

    What a wonderful article about your family! And the pictures are beautiful!

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    • Lauren says

      November 5, 2021 at 1:33 pm

      Thank you so much, Lisa.

      Reply
  5. Linda Stoll says

    November 5, 2021 at 3:14 pm

    Wow. What a beautiful opportunity, Lauren! You’ll probably never fully be aware at the number of people your family is touching. Praising God with you … so grateful He’s always at the center of our stories.

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    • Lauren says

      November 5, 2021 at 4:03 pm

      I’m so thankful he is. Thank you for the kind words, Linda.

      Reply
  6. Paula Short says

    November 6, 2021 at 12:18 pm

    I look forward to reading the article. How blessed and touching. You always glorify God in your messages. Blessings.

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    • Lauren says

      November 7, 2021 at 3:28 pm

      Such a kind thing to say, Paula. Thank you.

      Reply
  7. Maree says

    November 6, 2021 at 11:53 pm

    I loved reading this beautiful article about you and your family. Thank you ro sharing it. Thank you for posting it here, I was able to enlarge it and read it. I love the picture too.

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    • Lauren says

      November 7, 2021 at 3:28 pm

      Thank you so much, Maree.

      Reply
  8. Jerralea Winn Miller says

    November 8, 2021 at 11:28 am

    What a great story! I do believe God gets glory from it. It’s wonderful how family, friends and neighbors work together for Shelby. I especially loved that Allie calls her sister, Beautiful!

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    • Lauren says

      November 8, 2021 at 3:54 pm

      We are thankful for our tribe, and the many gifts of our Father.

      Reply
  9. ~ linda says

    November 10, 2021 at 12:52 pm

    This beautiful story of your family and Shelby’s diagnosis, how the whole family, the community is all about glorifying God in the highest. I thank you for sharing this with us. Not only do I see you and your writing through new eyes, but I get a glimpse into your precious family. I hold you each and all in my prayers.

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    • Lauren says

      November 10, 2021 at 1:23 pm

      Thank you for such kind words, Linda. And thank you especially for the prayers. They mean so much.

      Reply
  10. Michelle says

    November 14, 2021 at 8:14 am

    I hadn’t heard of Dravet syndrome. It’s awesome that you agreed to be interviewed so that others can be educated about this rare disease – and get some idea of how to cope with any challenging diagnosis. Shelby sounds like a happy, loving person.

    Michelle
    https://mybijoulifeonline.com

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    • Lauren says

      November 14, 2021 at 8:35 pm

      It is considered a rare condition. Thank you for taking the time to learn, Michelle.

      Reply

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