Worth the Read

The pain in my shoulder was intense. Each movement brought a new wave of discomfort. With four kids, surgery (i.e. incapacitation) wasn't an option but rehab was. When I first visited Dr. Brad of the Cole Pain Therapy Group I could only raise my left arm 45 degrees from my leg. From the first exam, his confidence was clear. He had the skills and tools to correct my frozen shoulder.

Recently, Dr. Brad asked if I'd write a referral for him on Google places and yelp. I could not be more grateful for his professionalism, kindness and care so my answer was a resounding yes! It took mere moments of my time but I pray God uses my meager offering to attract more patients to this quality practice.

Sometimes the greatest acts of service take the least amount of time to complete. I need to remember that.

Carey Scott
Recently one of my friends asked in a comment here on my blog who are some of the blog writers who most inspire me. The list jumped to my mind immediately. Carey, Heatherly, Teri, Patti and Rachel. It surprised me how quickly I knew the answer but another thought followed in moments. I know how much they inspire me but do they?

Patti Hazlett
If I'm willing to write an internet review for my doctor, how much more willing should I be to write a review of the women whose writing most touches my heart. If you've never read these women, allow me to tell you why you want to.

Carey Scott is one of the most authentic women I've ever known. She writes from the deepest places of her heart. Love spills out with every mark of her pen. If you want to walk through life with a real friend, read Carey.

Heatherly Sylvia
Heatherly Sylvia is the friend you wish you'd met in kindergarten. You read even a few paragraphs of her writing and know life would be smoother if you were walking its' road next to her. She gives you encouragement and strength for the journey through humor and emotion.

Teri Johnson is a visionary. She sees life both as it is and as it can be and equips you with the tools to reach your full potential. She is a cheerleader rooting for God's best in your home, life and family. When you read her, you feel empowered and ready to take life head on.
Teri Johnson

Patti Hazlett is a 360 watt lightbulb of God's grace. She delivers wisdom with such clarity it's like reading a passage of scripture with new eyes. Her supercharged personality shines through her words and gives your heart a new level of resolve and purpose.

Rachel Snyder
Rachel Snyder is a living laugh. She calls herself The Lazy Christian but her readers have no chance at laziness as they read. If her writing doesn't exercise your laughing lungs, nothing will. Better every line is laced not just with wit but wisdom. She talks to the parts of you kept hidden and surfaces God's best within.

I strongly urge you to check out these five women. Your life, home, marriage and parenting will be not only enriched but transformed as you do. They are the epitome of God's best and my life is different because they dared to whisper yes to the call of God to write. Won't you join me as their reader?


27 comments:

  1. You are too sweet! And shockingly accurate. ;) Though you forgot to mention my overwhelming humility...

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    1. Well you just proved my point. I laughed out loud just at your comment! Love you girlie!

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    2. Bahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahaha.

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    3. By your laughter, I assume I can probably just skip commenting on the fact that you should have done it in alphabetical order so it doesn't look like you're playing favorites or anything...

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    4. If I were playing favorites, you wouldn't be last. ;)

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  2. This is an amazing and encouraging post for these ladies, Shannon! Love!

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    1. Awwww, thanks Beth, and thank you so much for your visit. I am honored.

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  3. Sweet Shannon! You are too kind. Thank you for the encouragement you give each and every one of us, and your readers! If I could, I'd jump through the computer to hug you! It's an honor to call you friend!

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    1. Love you and am so thankful for the gift God's given you!

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  4. Aw...that is just soooo sweet! I got all teary eyed and everything. What amazing stories about your friends :)

    Sharon

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    1. If I were giving an award for most humorous you'd win hands down. Laughter is a salve to the soul and I love that you give your readers that precious gift!

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  5. So blessed to have each and every one of you in my life. YOu are a gift to me, Shannon...

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    1. Truly thankful that God gave us the sweet gift of friendship!

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  6. SISTER! You have no idea how this was an answer to a question I asked God today. Woah. Dang, stinkin' cool, girl. I LOVE you and appreciate you more than you know. Thank you, thank you, thank you! AND love you...

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    1. Okay that is WAY cool! What an honor to have God speak to your sweet heart through me. XOXO

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  7. This is wonderful Shannon, I'm going to go check out these great women right now! -Many Blessings to you, Amy

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    1. Amy, I can think of no better encourager to send their way than you. You are precious!

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  8. I followed Rachel's facebook status here, and yes she is funny. :-) I'm really glad you were able to have your shoulder back without surgery.

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    1. Jennie, welcome! So thankful for your visit. Any friend of Rachel has to be one fantastic chick!

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  9. What a generous act Shannon and a good example to the rest of us. Blogging together should be filled with cheer-leading, encouraging, and sharing our space with one another. I look forward to checking out these ladies sites soon!

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  10. Shannon,

    What fun to look at your blog picks. Some of them I already read, others I need to check out. Thanks.

    Jennifer Dougan
    www.jenniferdougan.com

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    1. How exciting! I love to find new peeps to read!

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  11. Hi Shannon, I actually do read their blogs as well as yours. You all inspire me. Blessings...Chelle

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  12. Glad your on the mend, my husband had frozen shoulders requiring surgery wish we'd known about Dr. Brad then :(. Will definitely check out these blogs. You're a trooper to have presented your media guru info at writers group while in pain. Thank you

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    1. Well since we're local Dr. Brad can be available for future crises. :)

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