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Packed house at Ohio Christian Church Women's Retreat; Drexel Library signing books; An intimate and beautiful group of women at the Sisters of Sycamore Retreat; Singing at Dayton; Speaking at Double Branch Salad Supper
Spring 2009 Reflections
May 2 - Dayton Community Church Women's Retreat
Topic: Stay in the Battle
Location: Dayton, MO
What a wonderful day at Dayton! The genuine love of the ladies and beautiful lilacs filled a tough topic with tenderness. We are called to press on and I count it a pleasure to march alongside these heavenly comrades.
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Junior Missouri Beef Leadership Conference
Missouri Junior Cattlemen's Association
Topic: Life Leadership - Don't Give Up on the Talent Within
Location: MU Campus, Columbia, MO
I met the cream of the crop and I can attest that if these young leaders are taking the reins, the beef industry is in good hands! I loved getting to know each of you and appreciated your impressive respect and attentiveness. Thank you for all of the "thank you's!"
Summer 2009 Highlights
July 18 - Trinity United Methodist Church Women's Retreat
Topic: I Am God
Location: Appleton City, MO
Wow! The Great I AM poured out His Spirit and met us in worship!
Thank you to all the beautiful women of faith who shared such an uplifting day. We may not be perfect, but we are blessed beyond our wildest imaginations when we let a holy God reign within us.
Donetta Garman, Suzann Johannigmeier, Brenda
Dawnita Phillips
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July 27 - New Book Release Party 
Location: Ciao! Bella Ristorante
Thank you to all who came to celebrate with us last night! We were overwhelmed by your love and energy and inspired to hear how you are already using I Stand as a tool of ministry! Keep passing along the hope.
When we hear that Pam's story helped you to see God's hand in your life - to know hope is real - to think of someone who needs encouragement - to know the story, yet discover layers of transparent honesty revealed in the pages -- Well, frankly it is all just completely humbling. And heavenly!!!!
From the very beginning, we prayed that this book would not just be a diary, but a divine instrument to share God's grace and win souls for Christ. It is truly an honor to be his instrument in a story bigger than we ever could have imagined. Praise God, He is being glorified!!!!! I believe in miracles and I stand amazed at how God continues to take tragedy and transform it into triumph!
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Aug. 4 - Book Signing at Southside Cafe, Butler, MO
Thanks Bates County for your hospitality. A special thank you to 125th District Rep. Barney Fisher, Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Pat Decker, and Bates Co. Presiding Commissioner Donna Gregory for stopping by!
Special thanks to our wonderful children, my Cooper - event photographer and Pam's Kayla - cashier. We couldn't have done it without you.
EMT Doug Wix, who helped save Pam's life, brought his whole family -- what an honor.
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Aug.13-17 - Book Signings at Missouri State Fair, Sedalia, MO
In heat and shade, they came - by the thousands -- to the State Fair. What a delight to meet so many folks from all over and get to share Pam's true, miraculous story. Thank you to the Missouri Cattlemen and Cattlewomen for your encouragement. It was my pleasure to see part of the proceeds from each sale of "I Stand" go to your wonderful scholarship programs.
When I wasn't signing books out front of the MSF Beef House, you may have caught me cooking up a beef demonstration inside the Missouri Cattlewomen's Beef Showcase! This book signing served up the pleasure of two entirely different aspects of my life mingled together in a savory aroma like a family's favorite beef recipe! Thank you to the hard-working members of the MCA affiliates for all you do to promote the beef industry -- and thanks for making "I Stand" available in and out of your excellent facilities.
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Autumn 2009 Appearances
Sept. 15 - Meet the Authors at Cass Co Library, Harrisonville, MO
Thank you, Steve Catron, for your fine hospitality. It was our pleasure to visit with an intimate crowd of friends and fans and share our writing journey.
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Sept. 19 - Local Author Fair at Henry Co Library, Clinton, MO
What a privilege to join other area authors and get acquainted with their works and words. Thank you to the entire crew at the Henry Co. Library for your plans, punch and cookies. A special thanks to my dear friend and prayer buddy Lora Rucker for making my day more deligtful and helping man the "I Stand" book table.
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Sept. 23 - Ohio Book Club, Lowry City, MO
I was overwhelmed with the passion and appreciation offered by the ladies who have read "I Stand" with open hearts and minds. Your feedback was inspiring and reaffirmed once again why we committed this project to the Lord from the beginning -- May God be glorified and people be encouraged with the HOPE he brings! Keep on reading! We'll be meeting again to pour over our favorite chapters and go deeper.
Be sure to contact Brenda if you would like to have a discussion group with your circle of friends. She'd love to attend! Suggestions for group study and other activities available upon request.
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Oct. 2-3 - Ozark Fall Farmfest, Springfield, MO
Wow! What a turn out! To every one of the thousands who stopped by to learn more about "I Stand," THANKS! Your interest and encouragement for the work of this book made both of my days! I especially appreciated those who purchased a copy on Friday and came back Saturday to tell me they stayed up all night reading and couldn't put it down! Oh, what a blessing to know the Lord is speaking through the tragedy and miracles in Pam's life and through our carefully and prayerfully selected words. May you be blessed for hungering for more of God!!!
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Oct. 17 - Cubbage Country Market, Nevada, MO
Cold breezes and a misty morning could not quell the warm reception at the Cubbage Farm. Cheery orange pumpkins dotted the lawn and hundreds of customers dropped by to congratulate the Cubbage family on 15 years of faithful service to the community. It was like coming home for me and a true pleasure to spend the day basking in their joy and hospitality as well as meeting some loyal "Word's Out!" column readers. Thank you for all of your kind words and encouragement. Pam and I were blessed abundantly!!
The Cubbage Family + TWO! Here's to four generations of this Vernon County farm family for feeding the community both physically and spiritually. You are a blessing to all who know you!
Pam and I sitting among the pumpkins with "I Stand."
My dear friend, 
Vernille, and I sharing a priceless moment of reconnecting.
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Nov. 23 - Outback Hair Salon, Butler, MO
How much fun can you have!!! Our book signing at the Outback on Girl's Night Out was a blast!
We were overwhelmed by Pam Maris=Morris' hospitality and the delightful Christmas energy from all the ladies that attended. It was a special treat for Pam to reunite with another of the paramedics who came to her aid on the side of the highway.
Outback Hair Salon Owner and Hair Sylist - Pam Maris-Morris touches everything she does with the love of Christ. We were blessed to be her guest!
Rae Erickson braved the sea of women to see again the miracle in which he participated with prayer and expertise.
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Nov. 24 - Sycamore Grove Mennonite Church, Garden City, MO
The opportunity to share stories from behind the story blessed us immensely. Even better, we got to pray with some beautiful Christian sisters who shared their joy for the ministry of I Stand. Thank you for a special evening full of grace and gratitude.
Pam and I pause to pray with the dear ladies of the Sisters of Sycamore who are reaching out to their community with hospitality. I was so blessed to hear words of encouragement for our ministry, but also to hear about the good work of our friends in this beautiful little chapel in the grove.
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Dec. 12-13 - Missouri Cattlemen Convention and Trade Show, Springfield, MO
My new release, Were You Born in a Barn, made it's debut! I was thrilled with the response from hundreds of fellow beef producers. Thanks for all of your support and enthusiasm! I pray the book blesses over and over.
It's always a delight to have my handsome sons helping me. Both Cooper and Austin were great company. Austin, the Missouri Jr. Cattlemen President, stopped to congratulate me between his many activities.
I get asked often: "Who is that on the cover?" Well, that's my nephew, Kyle, and his wife. They were wonderful sports to pose tirelessly until we captured just the right expression for the book. In fact, Angie's eyes say it all!
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