Her dad stood up because she was being very modest about exactly what she went through. Her dad shared that she was attended by a Mexican worker who spoke very little English but as she ran to a near by field to STOP,DROP, and ROLL, that her only concern was getting back to her children because they needed her and they were hungry! The love that her parents and her siblings have is very moving and touching.
Stephanie Clark Nielson came to St. Louis and spoke at our Women's conference. 20/20 was there filming her as well. We had many women of other faiths and non members join us at our stake center to hear her story of hope and endurance.
My friend, Lisa who is also serving as the RS President in our ward, was Stephanie's visiting teacher when they both lived in New Jersey. What brings Nie to St. Louis? Well, her wonderful parents are serving their mission here. Actually, he is the area Mission President and they are such a sweet gracious couple!
Stephanie had just finished some lazer surgery and she was a bit worried about how red her face looked. She looked so beautiful. It was such a wonderful experience to sit and listen to her words. After, she graced us with open questions that we could ask anything we wished.
She spoke in the chapel. I so wanted to whip my camera out and take a pic of us together. I didn't, but I was seated near the back and figured a picture from the gym would be ok.
8 comments:
What a wonderful experience.
NeNe is something else. How can you not just love her. Her faith, courage and beauty shines through her.
Wow! I bet that was incredible. I would have loved to hear her speak.
I'm so glad you had that opportunity. It is amazing what a Mother's love can propel her to do. I'm so glad I have not been 'called upon' to endure what she has (pretty sure I'd fail!)
That is cool! I read her blog and cannot imagine what she deals with on a daily basis. She is a very courageous woman - not only for living but for sharing!
I wish I could have been there. She is speaking in Women's Conference here at BYU this Friday but I don't have a sitter! boo hoo. So happy you got to be there and so happy to hear her inspiring story through your blog.
You are so blessed to have been able to hear her speak.
What a remarkable woman. She has no idea how many lives she has touched♥
She is such a good example to me. I am so glad you got to hear her speak. I know that she is really spreading the gospel.
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Oh I wish I could have been there! I follow her blog and she is just amazing!! LUCK-eeee!
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