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"Susan DeFace Washington is the real deal. She is one of the most powerful, heartwarming, spirit filled speakers we have been blessed to hear. Women of all ages were  blessed by her testimony and her message of hope, forgiveness and God's redeeming love for all people no matter the circumstances in your past or present situation.  We have had many speakers for our Women's Events at First Baptist Church Carrollton and  I can honestly say Susan ranks as one of the most outstanding speakers we have had." 

- Beverly Anderson, Women's Ministry Coorinator for First Baptist Church of Carrollton

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"I have practiced criminal law for over twenty years, as both a prosecutor and defense attorney, and I have witnessed up-close the devastating consequences of drug addiction. Prison has a way of getting your attention, and yet, I have seen many disingenuous and counterfeit “jailhouse conversions” in desperate attempts to game the system and receive leniency. I can assure you, there is nothing fake or phony about Susan and her relationship with, and devotion to, Jesus Christ.   

Through faith and perseverance, she has found transforming freedom and undeniable peace and purpose. Susan is the real deal and she possesses a compelling life story and inspiring testimony of God’s unconditional love, saving grace and redemptive power."

- Joe Shearin, Criminal Defense Attorney

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We recently had Susan DeFace Washington come and speak at our monthly ladies group at our church. After speaking with Susan to learn more about her story, I couldn’t wait to have her present to our ladies.

When the day finally came, Susan brought her support team, Power Point, and an infectious spirit. Susan was very open and willing to share her story. Her transparency gave us a glimpse into her world that began with pain, lies, and sadness but ends in the victory and joy that can only come from having a relationship with our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.

Her story communicated so many things in such a short time. Her story communicates the power of hope, forgiveness, and how nothing we can do will separate us from the love of Jesus. 


 
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"I have had the opportunity to hear Susan DeFace Washington speak on more than one occasion. After hearing her story, all I could think was that it was one of the most courageous testimonies I have ever heard. She is living proof of God’s power and grace."

- Randy Smith of First Baptist Church of Allen

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Sunday
Mar172013

Owl Always Love You !!!

Owls have come to represent Alexis. Before Alexis died when I heard about an owl I thought of Charlie the owl on The New Zoo Revue and I didn't really like him, I identified more with Freddy the frog. ( I can still sing the theme song to... that show:))) I have people from near and far tell me when they see or hear an owl they think of her and our family. Even one friend heard the hoot of an Owl the morning of her death thinking at the time it was strange to hear an owl in the light of day, she lives across the street from the crash site.

My Facebook has been covered with owls since her death : there have been owls made out of fruit, coffee, and trees . There have also been barn owls and the majestic snowy owl. I think the snowy owl is one of my favorites. It is gorgeous plus the name Snowy reminds me of a character in one of my favorite books called The Cheerleader that my friends and I read countless times throughout high school . Snowy was a blonde cheerleader , I was Snowy.

Yesterday a friend posted a gorgeous Snowy Owl in flight on my page . One of her friends said it was very rare for this owl to come this far south but one was spotted here last year . That piqued my curiosity so I googled it and a Snowy Owl was spotted at Lake Ray Hubbard last Feb. What I found was posted Feb. 29, 2012 . This was the first one on the Dallas area since like 1960. I just found it ironic that this very rare occurrence was posted on her last birthday and was spotted very near a place where we lived . We lived at Chandlers landing on Ray Hubbard. It is just strange how I was led to all this . I don't know......

It reminded me of a conversation a young man told me he had with Alexis . They were discussing death and she said she knew how she would die and he asked how . Laughing she said in a car wreck , just look at my car. She was joking but I wonder if on some level if she knew. One of her favorite quotes referred to being afraid she didn't have enough time.

As I said I don't know but I find comfort in the fact that a majestic snowy owl made a very rare appearance near us around her last birthday and how I was led to this knowledge. She loved owls so very much. God knew she didn't have much time left and maybe Alexis had some idea as well . All I know is God is in control knowing our future and we are in the palm of his hand. Resting in his peace knowing HE is in control even if the outcomes are devastating , he has a plan and will bring good from every tragedy and will bring comfort in the most unconventional ways. Who would have ever thought a rare visit from an owl last Feb. would provide peace to me today. I just love how HE operates .
 
 

 

 

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