Author Jenness Walker & Tragedies–What to Do?
My guest today is Author Jenness Walker who will share her co-author’s tragedies (yes, not just one) and how she copes. Do you think she’s right?
“The first time I handed my one-sheet outline for Bliss to an editor, the first comment I received was not on the story. Instead it was something like, “Your co-author really lived through a plane crash?” Yes. Into a soybean field in Santa Claus, GA. Not to mention surviving multiple accidents with cars (including falling out of one), having her house burn down, and finding the willpower to leave what was basically a cult, even if it might cost Tracy her relationship with some family members.
Part of being a strong woman, I believe, is taking the tragedies that come into your life and instead of despairing, allowing them to draw you closer to Christ. To lean on Him to find your strength. Tracy does that every day, while raising a special needs child, dealing with unfair criticism, and facing the many other trials that come her way. She also manages to find the humor in each circumstance. This quality in Tracy comes out in our work—humor, mixed in with learning more about God and finding Him during life’s journey, no matter where it may take you.
I’m honored to co-author with Tracy for so many reasons, a big one being that I have had the chance to get to know her better. Of course, it’s also handy to keep her around since I only need her bio to catch an editor’s attention.”– J
Do you agree with Jenness about what she believes about strength? Why do we have tragedies? Have you ever felt true despair?–Lyn
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