For those of you who don't know Stephanie Nielson, she is an amazing woman who grew up here in Utah, has five beautiful children, and has suffered a tremendous trial in her life. She and her husband were in a horrific plane crash in 2008 burning 80% of her body. she's also the creator of the NieNie Dialogues. You can follow her blog Here. She also has a book out called "Heaven is Here" that talks about her life and how shes overcome obstacles and trials in her life. To me, she is such an inspiration and example of an honest, loving, caring, strong, and passionate Latter-Day woman.
Anyway, moving on. I've wanted to meet this woman for years now. when she posts that she was at Target or Cafe Rio or other close places it always crosses my mind "awh man! I wish I would've run into her!" and finally I did! Yesterday I was at Target picking up a few things (the little lady loves this store) and as I was walking out, putting groceries in the car, and getting ready to drive away I caught a glimpse of a lady with 3 girls, two older and one in her arms. It crossed my mind that she looked familiar to me and then realized "Oh! it's Stephanie Nielson!" I quickly parked the car again, grabbed my little lady and we headed back into Target. I felt like a stalked trying to find this woman and found her in the produce section. I went up to her and tapped her on the shoulder. She turned around and i immediately started crying. I introduced myself to her and said she probably thought that I was crazy but that I've wanted to meet her for years, that I've read her book over and over and that she's such an inspiration to me. she gave me a hug and I immediately felt her goodness flood my body. I quickly apologized for bugging her but thanked her for all she's done. She was such a sweet lady and said it was no trouble at all.
As I was leaving I couldn't help but feel overwhelmed with joy and happiness. I teared up again on the way home and called my mom and husband and told them what I'd experienced. There are very few times in my life where I've really felt the spirit by someone's touch and Stephanie definitely had that touch. I doubt she'll ever come across my blog or read this but I'm just so grateful for her fight for right and her amazing life story to continue to move forward with faith. If you haven't read her book i highly recommend it. It will truly inspire you. Again, this post may seem silly to you but it was such a great experience for me.
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That is so neat! I read her book and follow her blog faithfully... and i've also been dying to meet her. Lucky you!
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