"One of the most important things about my journey to finding Jesus and the powerful work He did by sending me my mentor of 35 years, Dolores, was to grow me into the woman He wanted me to be. I’d like to let others know that even if we feel we have no place in His kingdom, He has a different idea and to Him we are all worthy no matter what we come from, or how we have been taught, that we are not throw away people." Laura Padgett

BIO: Laura is a multi-published, multi-awarded author and dancer. Her two nonfiction book "Delores like the River," and “Jesus in Shorts: Twenty-five Short Stories of Life-Changing Jesus Moments” are among her many published works. With a passion for helping others see their worth and value through the lens of Jesus, she shares stories of God’s love and lessons in her journey of almost seven decades as a writer, dancer and teacher. Through her monthly blog, “Livin’ What You’re Given” she speaks with humor and authenticity into the truth that we are valuable and have purpose at every age and every stage. She also has been published in “Chicken Soup for the Soul” as well as many online Christian publications. As she shares stories in written word and dance, she encourages others to find healing and inspiration for their life’s purpose in the Risen Christ. She is a wife, mother, grandmother, and proud native of Colorado who lives in Montrose, Co with husband Keith. She holds an MA in storytelling through creative movement from Regis University.

You can contact Laura at:

lauraleepadgett@gmail.com

Twitter @lauraleepadgett

Facebook Author Page @LauraLPadgettAuthorSpeakerDancer

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