Guest Post from Vannetta Chapman

by | Oct 27, 2015 | guest post | 39 comments

PLEASE WELCOME VANNETTA CHAPMAN!

Thanks so much for allowing me to visit your blog! Today I wanted to talk about Project Linus, a big part of this story and a wonderful organization that we are supporting through the release of Anna’s Healing.

In my story, a young woman is tragically injured in an accident. When she finds herself a paraplegic she first goes through denial, then anger, and finally depression. She knows that God has a plan for her life, but she couldn’t imagine what it is. She can’t see it from the view of her wheelchair. It’s only when she becomes involved with Project Linus that we see Anna’s self-worth rise. Suddenly she’s able to do something for others, and by doing that — she’s able to take her focus off herself. Even from the place of her disability she is able to be the hands of Christ.

Although we don’t all suffer from catastrophic injuries, I think many of us have been in that place where we wonder how we can be a blessing to someone else. Sometimes we don’t realize the value of a small thing—a smile, a hug, sharing a meal, or even taking a walk together. But all of these things add up to one big thing. They show that we care.

One way we can show we care is through supporting organizations such as Project Linus. PL has donated 5 million blankets since 1998, all handmade with love. Some are crocheted, some are quilted, and some are no-sew blankets. What matters is that the gift is handmade and that it goes to a child in need.

I hope that you enjoy Anna’s Healing — a powerful story of faith and God’s love for us. If you choose to purchase it through Amazon Smile, a portion of each sale will go to PL. Also, I’m happy to give away a free copy of Anna’s Healing , paperback or ebook, to someone who comments below. Just tell us a simple way someone has brightened your day. (USA only. Winner has 3 days to respond.)

Blessings,
Vannetta Chapman

Anna's Healing - Project Linus Sharable

vcBIO: Vannetta Chapman holds a BA and MA degree in English and has published over one hundred articles in Christian family magazines. She has have received over two dozen awards from Romance Writers of America chapter groups. She is a member of Romance Writers of America, American Christian Fiction Writers, and Faith Hope and Love.

She lives and teaches in the Texas hill country with her husband, cats, and a rather large herd of deer. While her four children have flown the nest she is fortunate that they all live close enough to visit.

39 Comments

  1. Carolyn T.
    Carolyn T. on 10/27/2015 at 7:12 am

    A friend sent me a card recently thanking me for something I had done to brighten her day. She, in turn, brightened my day with her lovely card.

    • KateLloyd
      KateLloyd on 10/31/2015 at 6:34 am

      Thanks for sharing about two brightened days, Carolyn!
      Kate

  2. Virginia Lloyd
    Virginia Lloyd on 10/27/2015 at 7:24 am

    My husband, knowing I had my hands full with our granddaughter, brought me coffee and played with her so I could have a break. It’s the little things that matter…

    • KateLloyd
      KateLloyd on 10/31/2015 at 6:35 am

      Thanks for leaving your comment about how little things matter, Virginia!
      Kate

  3. Mary Ellen Ashenfelder
    Mary Ellen Ashenfelder on 10/27/2015 at 7:34 am

    My grandson Jacob brightens my day with his sense of humor and his “off the wall” remarks. He always makes me laugh.

    • KateLloyd
      KateLloyd on 10/31/2015 at 6:35 am

      Thanks for leaving your comment about your delightful grandson, Mary!
      Kate

  4. Joan Nace Hoffman
    Joan Nace Hoffman on 10/27/2015 at 8:41 am

    My almost 2 year old great granddaughter brightens my day everytime I see a picture of her . . . she always has the biggest brightest smile!

    • KateLloyd
      KateLloyd on 10/31/2015 at 6:36 am

      Your almost 2 year old great granddaughter sounds delightful, Joan!
      Kate

  5. Connie elrod
    Connie elrod on 10/27/2015 at 9:35 am

    Helped my neighbor out. They are in their 80’s so I fixed supper and mowed their lawn

    • KateLloyd
      KateLloyd on 10/31/2015 at 6:37 am

      You are a one in the million neighbor, Connie! Thanks for writing!
      Kate

  6. Sparkle
    Sparkle on 10/27/2015 at 10:53 am

    A teacher told me it was nice to see a grandparent participating in preschool class. It made me feel worth something

    • KateLloyd
      KateLloyd on 10/31/2015 at 6:38 am

      You sound like a fabulous grandma, Sparkle! Thanks for leaving your comment!
      Kate

    • KateLloyd
      KateLloyd on 10/31/2015 at 6:39 am

      Thanks for leaving a comment, Wanda!
      Kate

  8. Barbara Whalen
    Barbara Whalen on 10/27/2015 at 1:32 pm

    When the Lord has already had things working to help me threw a low time in my life, like I have been without an oven for several years because my husband was real sick and that didn’t matter right then. But when I got back in church and one of the brother found out about it he started working on seeing if the church would help. Then the Lord told him that the help would come with in my own family a few days later one of my daughters called and asked me if I could get them some information about the stove because they wanted to get it fixed for me for my Christmas gift this year. I’m a very Blessed lady.

    • KateLloyd
      KateLloyd on 10/31/2015 at 6:41 am

      Thank you for writing, Barbara! What a wonderful daughter you have.
      Kate

  9. Betty Hallett
    Betty Hallett on 10/27/2015 at 1:32 pm

    My grandchildren are the love of my life

    • KateLloyd
      KateLloyd on 10/31/2015 at 6:42 am

      Thanks for leaving a comment about your wonderful grandchildren, Betty!

      Kate

  10. SARAH TAYLOR
    SARAH TAYLOR on 10/27/2015 at 1:48 pm

    My daughter-in-law brought me some of my son’s homemade poor mans salad it was really good! would love to win this book! love reading about the Amish!

    • KateLloyd
      KateLloyd on 10/31/2015 at 6:43 am

      Sounds as though your daughter-in-law married a fine man, Sarah!
      Kate

  11. Susan Fletcher
    Susan Fletcher on 10/27/2015 at 3:39 pm

    What someone has done to brighten my day: I just texted a Mom (I teach 3rd grade) about her son and encouraging her to make sure her son puts his best foot forward each day. After a few texts, she responded, “You’re awesome!” Not many teachers hear these words!
    susanlulu@yahoo.com

  12. nancy jo horton
    nancy jo horton on 10/27/2015 at 4:04 pm

    Love reading your books. Will have to wait and get this one.

    • KateLloyd
      KateLloyd on 10/31/2015 at 6:43 am

      Thanks for leaving your comment, Nancy!
      Kate

  13. Annie
    Annie on 10/27/2015 at 4:05 pm

    One simple way is a piece of chocolate when they see me needing a pick-me-up. A simple act of kindness to me or if I see it, that’s enough to brighten my day.

    • KateLloyd
      KateLloyd on 10/31/2015 at 6:45 am

      Chocolate always perks me up to, Annie! Simple acts of kindness brighten everyone’s day.
      Kate

  14. Debbie Hazelton
    Debbie Hazelton on 10/27/2015 at 6:17 pm

    My four grandchildren brighten my days. Especially when they smile and say “I love you, Grammie!”

    • KateLloyd
      KateLloyd on 10/31/2015 at 6:47 am

      Debbie, I can’t think of anything better than grandchildren saying, “I love you, Grammie!” Thanks for leaving your comment.
      Kate

  15. Marilyn R
    Marilyn R on 10/27/2015 at 6:46 pm

    A friend brought lunch to me. They had made chili which was delicius along with peanut butter and crackers. It’s the small things in life that usually has an impact on lives. I always feel blessed when I receive a card in the mail from a friend or send one to brighten their day.

    • KateLloyd
      KateLloyd on 10/31/2015 at 6:48 am

      It sounds as though you have a fabulous group of friends, Marilyn! Thanks for leaving your comment.
      Kate

  16. susan greenoe
    susan greenoe on 10/27/2015 at 7:36 pm

    our 19 year old grandson being here this morning when we got up and how happy his grandfather is to see him. He is on his way to next job station in the navy.

    • KateLloyd
      KateLloyd on 10/31/2015 at 6:50 am

      How wonderful that your 19-year-old grandson stopped by to see you, Susan! What a delight,
      Kate

  17. Carla McEldowney
    Carla McEldowney on 10/27/2015 at 9:03 pm

    My kitty cat brightened my day when she snuggled up to me and purred me to sleep 🙂 Like always.

    • KateLloyd
      KateLloyd on 10/31/2015 at 6:52 am

      What a sweet kitty to snuggle up next to you, Carla! Thanks for writing!
      Kate

  18. Susan Snodgrass
    Susan Snodgrass on 10/28/2015 at 4:28 am

    A special private message on Facebook.

    • KateLloyd
      KateLloyd on 10/31/2015 at 6:53 am

      Thank you for leaving your comment, Susan! isn’t it amazing how special a private message can be?
      Kate

  19. Melanie Backus
    Melanie Backus on 10/28/2015 at 5:29 am

    I had a nice compliment paid to me the other day. Smiles and kind words make my day!

    • KateLloyd
      KateLloyd on 10/31/2015 at 6:55 am

      How lovely to receive a nice compliment, Melanie! Smiles and kind words can make my day too.
      Kate

  20. Betty Hallett
    Betty Hallett on 10/30/2015 at 11:21 am

    My grandchildren are my pride and joy

    • KateLloyd
      KateLloyd on 10/31/2015 at 6:56 am

      Thanks for leaving a comment about your delightful grandchildren, Betty!
      Kate