82. Somebody Else's Shoes

<p class="p1"><span class="s1"><strong>This is a story about how being willing to hear and share uncomfortable stories are how we learn and grow. It's like being willing to walk around in someone else's shoes -- being willing to see the world through their story. Will you come take a walk with us today?</strong></span></p> <p class="p3"><span class="s1">Christie and Lisa-Jo explore some of their own memories of growing up on the one hand near Galveston Texas and the other, in Pretoria, South Africa. And now both on the fringes of Washington DC. Stories can be unpredictable and we thank you for being willing to let us awkwardly and imperfectly tell the stories that are shaping our own families as we listen to the stories of black lives and experiences in order to keep becoming better allies. </span></p> <p class="p3"><span class="s1">These are not political stories. These are personal stories. </span></p> <p class="p1"><span class="s1"><strong>Tender. Necessary. Imperfect. </strong></span></p> <p class="p1"><span class="s1"><strong>We're grateful to share them with you. </strong></span></p> <p class="p3"><span class="s1">_______</span></p> <p class="p3"><span class="s1">Sponsor appreciation: In these uncertain times we're so grateful to partner with show sponsors that keep making our work possible. </span></p> <p class="p3"><span class="s3"><a href= "http://laurelsprings.com/ordinary">Click here</a></span><span class="s1"> to check out Laurel Springs for your waived registration fee and their flexible online K-12 program that is designed to encourage each student’s individuality and support their growth through a personalized approach to learning. <a href= "http://laurelsprings.com/ordinary"><span class= "s4">http://laurelsprings.com/ordinary</span></a></span></p> <p class="p5"><span class="s4"><a href= "https://www.impactthedashacademy.com/ministrytobusinessguide">Click here to get your Ministry to Business Guide</a></span><span class= "s2">, a proven path to making a living from your ministry. Filled with visual