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YES!! do share because this is my first LPL event too and I want to be prepared…oh, and I’m expecting baby #4 so I’ll take that into consideration! =)

1 - a jacket or light sweater might be good in case it does get cold in the arena.

2 - be prepared to be blown away at the sound of 10,000 woman singing sweet praises to Jesus.

3 - be prepared to be moved by the Holy Spirit as you listen to Mrs. Kay, Beth, and Priscilla speak God’s truth.

4 - be ready to laugh and to cry

5 - most of all come with an open heart, leave all your woes at God’s feet for the day and a half and just sit quietly and listen for him.

It is so hard to explain to someone who has never been to one of these events what to expect because it looks so different to each woman. So all I can say is be ready to be moved…. There is nothing quite like it. I’m so glad she will be able to experience the LPL event in Memphis but jealous I won’t be there of course… :)) I have been to several and my last one was a few weeks ago in Orlando. God is good!

1. Take tissue. If Travis and the team do not make you cry, Bethie will.

2. Pace your beverage consumption - bathroom lines way too long and you don’t want to miss a thing.

3. Paper & Pen! Don’t expect your notes to make sense till later:)

All great tips from Leanne! I’ll just add a couple more: - know where your closest bathroom is…just sayin’ - know your plans for dinner/lunch - don’t just try to wing it…some arenas are prepared for the mad dash of food & drink items and others are not…pack a snack or 5 if food is an issue to freak out about. ;) - be ready to make new friends as you stand in lines or sit next to one another during the conference…God placed you next to each other - so find out why! :) - rather than feeling overwhelmed with the sea of ladies that are attending, find some peace in knowing that all of the sisters are together for the same purpose…to have an encounter with the Lord…say a prayer for them and yourself if you get anxious in crowds.

Enjoy! :)

Be gentle with both Miss Marti and RachWinn- what they are about to experience may be too much for one of our seasoned citizens and pregnant women. Maybe LPL needs a disclaimer sign like on the thrilling rides at a theme park!

1. Your Bible

2. A note pad (I never have enough room in the program for notes) plus you will need a place to write all the names and emails for your new best friends.

3. Comfortable shoes, lots of walking regardless of where you sit.

4. Money…books and CDs aplenty from lifeway. Compassion or Samartian’s purse is a great cause and is there also.

5. The belief that God is going to speak directly to you at some point over the weekend.

6. A willingness to be used. There will be woman there that will need you to come up along side them to encourage and pray for.

7. Your excitment, that child like Christmas morning joy.

8. The belief that God has planned this weekend just for you, because He just loves you that much.

How exciting! So fun! : )

1. To get ready for the time of your life! I can’t think of anywhere I would rather be!

2. To be ready to put your “Praise” on… you will laugh… cry… and then stand in awe as Beth and Travis so beautifully usher all of us into the throne room!

3. You will be transformed! God will have something amazing for you!

Oh goodness just thinking about all of this makes me want to “pop” I am so excited!

Hope to hug your sweet neck Sophie! Maybe I’ll get to have the pleasure of meeting you too Martie!

God Bless- Emmy : )

So sweet. You have to take her picture when she sees just how many women are there. THAT will be priceless I’m sure. :)

I’m all about the tissues, the Bible, extra pen…and an expectant heart.

Counting the days! stephanie

Honestly, I don’t know why anyone hasn’t mentioned this yet but, hello, all Martie needs to know is that, no matter how high she fixes her hair, it still won’t even come close to Beth’s.

Maybe you should just prepare her for the disappointment now? ;)

Just enjoy your time with Jesus and Sophie (and Beth, et. al), Martha! It WILL be the trip of a lifetime!

I think everyone’s comments are very thorough (jacket, tissues, snacks, pen/paper, more snacks), but I’d like to add that I would take a seat cushion (depending on what type of seat she’ll be sitting in). When I took my mom to a WoF Conference, she complained ALL DAY LONG about how sore her rump was. :o)
I hope you ladies have fun!

Sophie, how incredible to have Martha along! How FUN! Let’s see my top tips…..

All the ones previously mentioned -

and well thought out clothing choices such as,

1. tops that stay down when my arms go up praising God (‘cause my 6-pack is hiding under… let’s just say, it’s hiding)

2. jewelry that is cute, but silent & doesn’t make me get on my own nerves

3. shoes that are both cute and comfortable

4. non-restrictive clothing - I don’t want anything getting between me and my praise

I’m sure I could think of more, but we’ll leave it at that. And if hot flashes are a threat a little personal fan is a lifesaver! Just sayin’

So glad Martha is going to be joining us!

1. You’re going to experience some amazing worship as the event begins. That will get your blood pumping and you’ll probably throw that jacket right off your back, oh, yes, yes you will!!

2. You will need a new journal and pen. You’re going to want to take as many notes as your hand can possibly write down in the short time you’re there. And you might want to dunk your hand in that extra cup of ice from all the hand cramping.

3. You will have a personal encounter with God that you’re going to be processing and applying for the rest of your life. And remember to have a blast, laugh out loud and thank Him for the opportunity to curl up at the feet of His throne!!

Oh please let me come hang with y’all. Please please please. I would give anything to be a fly on a wall. Can you secretly mic her or something or record every single thing she says?? It would be a podcast in itself.

Well, it’s gonna be a fine time next weekend! Can’t wait to see ya!

Hugs, Fran

sweet martha so glad she is coming My mom will be there as well so tell martha to wear some cute but comfy shoes :) At least that is what my mom says b/c her feet hurt the last time she came with me to an event - hehe See you in seven days!! Much love Kim

I love Martha!! She makes me smile really BIG!! Praying that the time is such a blessing to her…and all of you.