9 years ago today, I survived a mass shooting in Dallas - but 5 police officers did not. What I've learned about faith, hope and God - even in despair.
Thank you for sharing your story, Allison, and for the message to "hold onto the love" and nudge to pray more with my kids, establishing better routines. May God gift you with peace this week, and bless the souls of those heroes and all our heroes who have sacrificed their lives to protect us.
Oh Stephanie this is so lovely, I have the chills. I’ve so many insights to share - people like you make it worthwhile. Sending gratitude and prayers for you and your children! Pray on, my friend. 🕊️
Wow, Allison, your testimonial of survival and faith is as gripping as it is convicting. Thank you so much!
Thank you so much for the support! I’m determined to use my story, my voice for more - thank you for the encouragement. 🕊️
That message about anger at God really hit home.
💬 It’s okay to be angry at God.
But it’s how we express that anger that shapes what happens next.
With God. With ourselves. With the world we’re still trying to love.
It’s also okay to be angry at other people—but we work to express that anger with strength and dignity, not destruction.
Sometimes with tears. Sometimes with silence. Sometimes with sacred, shaky words.
You model this beautifully here, Allison.
The way you tell your story holds such power—raw but grounded, fierce but full of grace.
Thank you for putting these moments into words.
Thank you for reminding us to hold onto the love.
Awww BB, this is beautiful, deep and so validating. I need more coffee before I restack it with something equally as eloquent!
I’ll also bullet your points for the podcast ep.
I’ve wanted to get Father Bob to do an interview with me for Lighthouse. You should hear how he explains it.
Okay more coffee.
GPT helped me write that. My ideas… but it helps me get them out to the world so I stop the overthinking that takes me in unending circles.
I have something I need to write about AI but it’s going to be a long road to get it out there.
Mmmm adding to the list.
We should narrow it down for the podcast!
How did you know I needed to read this today? Thank you! Keep praying. I usually say the Act Of Contrition first, ha, ha>
lol that’s always a good place to start! I’m glad you received it and hope it helps. Be well and pray on 🕊️✨
Thank you for sharing your story, Allison, and for the message to "hold onto the love" and nudge to pray more with my kids, establishing better routines. May God gift you with peace this week, and bless the souls of those heroes and all our heroes who have sacrificed their lives to protect us.
Oh Stephanie this is so lovely, I have the chills. I’ve so many insights to share - people like you make it worthwhile. Sending gratitude and prayers for you and your children! Pray on, my friend. 🕊️