So… I’m sitting in my suburban while Augie’s sleeping, enjoying a bit of peace and quiet… which gives me time to think and dive into a little work on my phone.
I’m sitting here in awe of what’s happened in the last week. I’m just blown away by the love and support I’ve received from my friends and family with my family’s decision that I would run for Mrs. Virginia.
There’s a reason I’m writing a book on fear. For years, I was the most afraid person I knew. Afraid to buy the shoes I liked in case they weren’t “acceptable” to others. Afraid of what others thought. Afraid of the dark. Afraid of failure. So many fears.
I’ve had to go through some real trials in my life… many of them directly connected to the fear of rejection that used to literally leave me feeing paralyzed at times.
There have been times I’ve felt so lost that I just prayed someone would reach out a hand and help. And although I couldn’t see it at the time, God did bring friends into my life to walk the road with me and to help be a guide and a light to my heart.
Through the process of writing my book, I’ve learned so many things!!!
I’ve learned to let go of the opinions of others.
I’ve learned that if a friend doesn’t find me worth loving that it’s okay to let them go and yet still care.
I’ve learned to truly open my heart up to others and love people where they’re at.
I’ve learned not to judge others… only God knows the heart.
Through my trials, I FOUND myself. It wasn’t easy along the way, but it was WORTH every tear and every heartache.
Right now I’m so blown away by the love and support I’ve received for this pageant!! I have a friend coming all the way from Indiana to take care of my hair and help me get ready. She’s coming out TWICE to do this!!!
I have a friend who’s a personal stylist who is going to help this country girl who struggled with style get it all figured out.
I have friends coming to support me from Texas and Ohio. Friends here in Virginia already ready to buy tickets. Friends already offering to sponsor me so I can afford to pay all the fees and buy the clothes I need to purchase to compete.
I have a whole group of friends supporting me from ALL over the United States! Right here on Facebook!
Here in Front Royal, I have two friends helping me with photography needs for sharing my journey, and friends partnering and helping me with a website in which to share my message on living fearlessly.
Not to mention the love of my life, Trent, and my kiddos and all of their support and admiration. It’s the BEST!!!!
My heart is so full it could burst, and I haven’t even started asking for sponsors yet!!
So thank you for all of your love and support. That alone means the WORLD to me!!! I so appreciate and love you back! You have helped to make this mama feel so very special! ❤❤❤❤