Something For: Alisa Thompson

Dear Lisa,

GOD Bless you my LOVEly funshine!!! If you can peek through the stress clouds for just a moment I hope to help you to think about some comforting "things."

What a fortune to have birthed such a shining example of a true leader. Especially, in a time like now when so many little girls are lacking hope, positive examples and not having the direction or trying hard enough on their own to pursue their dreams.

I've been thinking... More so, about all the good, that everyone will remember about your daughter Destoney. In a short time she's positively affected not only the lives of her immediate family and those dearest to her heart, but also so many of her peers.

"It" is so very soon. Too soon to be sane and/or as others might expect you to be presently. Don't you worry about "anything." Everything, that has the potential to fill those clouds of stress will be rebuked and taken care of in JESUS' name. Your FAITH will ease "this" pain.

We're the same age and I feel strongly, that we (you and I) have experienced some similar feelings about life and our individual purpose in "it." Hers was served Lisa. I say confidently: In the BEST way possible.

Remember how I used to tell you, that I wanted to be as pretty as you? I really thought you had "it" going on living with your grandmother, father and brother during the time I knew you best. I was always so hungry, remember? You would take me in the backyard into the shed after we had worn ourselves out playing dress-up, performing and singing like the little divas we were. I'd eat cookie after cookie not really wanting to go home away from my princess friend who lived the "Happy-so-Joyful" little life that was so appealing to me.

The fights. You know: I was just jealous. I'm sure you've experienced a whole lot more of that well after elementary school. Where were the "stop bullying" campaign's back then, right? GOD Bless you: Mother to an Angel.

As we matured into adolescence I heard (through the grapevine), that you had gotten pregnant. Honestly, I thought you had lied. I'm sorry. It wasn't until we crossed paths again during our high school years and I learned that your beautiful babygirl, Destoney was attending the childcare across the street from your high school.

I had no idea Lisa. Much of what I felt then, was how lucky I thought you were. Here I was (back then) running away from home chasing after my first LOVE yearning to become pregnant and once again; sweet-pretty little Lisa always getting what she wants does "it" again. Yes, I was ignorant. Kids know nothing until they've gone through some "things," wouldn't you agree? I know. ;)

Thank you for your all your LOVE!!! For having and keeping such a forgiving heart for others. GOD has you. HE IS going to continue to keep you.

Your purpose IS still being fulfilled. I know with all that you've gone through and with your continuous and shameless acknowledgment of GOD being the head of your life: HE has revealed some "things" to you. "I can" only speak to you in "this" manner because I know you know HIM Lisa.

I will go out on a limb and say, that I believe part of your purpose has been for others to see. For people to truly understand what beauty is. Those of us who really know the essence of your being; holds the honor and privilege of knowing you and your children. You were a beautiful little girl and you're even more beautiful as a woman and mother.

You are now a living example Lisa. For other women who will cross the roads you have seeking direction. You have become the role model your children need you to be. You still have work "to do" because you have a compelling testimony and a real-life story that will help young girls (like we used to be) have "something" positive to follow by. Doesn't life feel pleasing when we think more about LOVE and fulfilling a purpose? HIS purpose. Her life's journey will be a compass in high demand. 

Destoney had "it" made already. There's no need for her to suffer any pains of "this" world. Whatever she has gone through "it" was enough. Not our say. What GOD says. Your job well done funshine. We praise HIM for sharing and delivering her to us. You were worthy to be gifted as her mother. Gifts for each other first, then blessed abundantly to spread with others. Her garden IS planted!!! We'll nurture it together.

I'm finding so much comfort in knowing her needs were fulfilled. She was always a "mommy's girl" and residing with her mommy may have been one of her biggest dreams to come true. We know how challenging this world is today Lisa and you will eventually find peace with the example your precious Angel left. Be very proud of yourself no matter what. You are a rooted factor in her legacy.

Her siblings are so fortunate being witnesses to what beauty and LOVE can do together. How LOVE honestly and amazingly defines beauty. Because of GODs LOVE in you Lisa, you were a chosen vessel. I'm so sorry for your grief my dear friend.

Do you know the profound affect babygirl is about to have not only directly on your family/friends, but on so many of her peers? So many of whom, which don't have any type of understanding of what LOVE looks, feels and speaks, like. You know; that kind of LOVE you have for life, for people, for Destoney, all of your children, the LOVE she had for you, her life, her siblings, but above all: The functional/operative LOVE knowing GOD and that, HE will see each of us through!!! Just as HE has thus far.

Ride the emotions. Allow yourself to release the sorrow. You must continue to develop according to GODs plan for your life. You have an army of righteousness, that will stand together and fight with/for you. You are very much in your season (exactly where GOD wants you) and you are still leading by example. GOD has given you a break so that you can learn what HE needs you to in order to press forward.

The LOVE GOD delivered here through you when you gave birth to Destoney has been given back to you. I believe GOD is wrapping her up to be delivered in a GREATER way. By way of a desire, "something" promised to you because of your FAITH. You may not stop crying when you want to, but I promise "I can" feel the tears of JOY that'll soon be swimming in your soul. Keep pressing Lisa. Stand "20-feet tall (live video)." Pray. Just wait and see how much more she's going to encourage/inspire you. I LOVE you.

P.S. This got long... I wont question why. I suppose I'm being true to the "big-mouth Andrea with so much to say." The one, that only my true friends (like you) know. Now when I see you "I can" simply be with you. If I say nothing during "that" moment "this" is my stated peace/piece.

In Prayer,

Andrea Lampkin :)