On August 18, 2010,  L.Y. Marlow, author of Color Me Butterfly and Founder of domestic violence awareness organization, Saving Promise, sets out on a ten city tour in order to promote Saving Promise and raise awareness surrounding this serious and social issue.

I feel blessed to have been asked to speak at this pivitol kick-off event at Potomac Mills Mall in Virginia on Saturday, August 7th.  Time and other details forthcoming.  But for now, listen to the mark your calendar, while you listen to the 30-second service announcement; then watch the video. 

Release of paperback version of Color Me Butterfly: A Novel Inspired by One Family’s Journey from Tragedy to Triumph published in August 2010.

Stanice Anderson’s Let’s Go To PRINT PARTY

Stanice Anderson’s new book, is ready to print! It will be her first self-published book and intro into The WOW Zone Series. She and Mike (her son) are ind…ependently publishing.

Help Stanice go to print! FREE Event w/$25 donation available which includes a signed copy of the book upon publication in August.

“We need your help to get this book printed,” says Stanice. So instead a rent party, we’re having a Let’s Go to PRINT PARTY. Event features reading from new work, singing, comedy w/ live radio broadcast of Stanice’s Blog Talk Radio Show, “Life in the WOW Zone” w/co-hosts Keisha Hooks and Joyce Burnette.

Please come out, lend your support on Sunday, July 25, 2010 at 4 pm @ Liv (the BREAkFAST kLUB), 2001 11th St, NW, Washington, DC (atop the historic Bohemian Caverns on the corner of 11th & U)

Join the unique, out-of-the-box experience, as Stanice:

+ Reads from her latest book
+ Sings
+ Performs her signature Spokentry & Monologues
+ Conjures Laugh Out Loud Comedy
+ Provides Inspiration & Encouragement

While this is a FREE event, you can help this book see victorious light and support Stanice’s labor of love by purchasing advance $25.00 tickets which entitles you to a signed book upon publication in August.  Go to http://PrintParty.eventbrite.com

You can also opt to make a donation of any amount at the event or if you’re unable to make it to the event make the donation online or by mail. A donation of least $25.00, also entitles you a signed copy of the first book in The WOW Zone Series, WALKING ON WATER WHEN THE GROUND AIN’T ENUF: Getting Through Tough Times with Amazing Faith.

The event will also have food and drinks available; including mimosas and non-alcoholic drinks. Please come out! Be blessed and be a blessing.

For those of you purchasing advance tickets or making donations, make sure to include your mailing address, so that we can mail your signed copy of the book. If donating by check or money order, make payable to Shout Glory LLC, 1431 Bangor St SE, Wash., DC 20020.

(Draft Cover painting by D. “Peekaso” Pinder)

WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING ABOUT THE NEW BOOK:
“If you want to learn how to mount up on wings like an eagle, or run and not get weary, start by watching Stanice walk on water!” Joy Jones, Author/Performance Poet/Playwright (Black Women Playwrights’ Group)

“After reading just the first chapter of Stanice’s new book, I feel rejuvenated by her words in prose and prayer. She’s truly an anointed word and prayer warrior. We can all learn wonderful and marvelous things from her powerful teachings within the pages of this manuscript.” Barbara Joe Williams, Independent Publisher & Author, A Writer’s Guide to Publishing & Marketing

Stanice’s other books:
Co-Author — SISTAHFAITH: Real Stories of Pain, Truth and Triumph (Howard Books/Simon & Shuster) 2010
Author — I SAY A PRAYER FOR ME: One Woman’s Life of Faith and Triumph (Walk Worthy Press/Warner Books) 2002 hardcover and 2003 trade paperback
Author — 12-STEP PROGRAMS: A Resource Guide for Helping Professionals (Learning Publications)

What people are saying:
“Stanice writes for everybody, with a wisdom about the central truths in everybody’s life — to belong in the world, to be loved.” Patrice Gaines, Author & former Washington Post Reporter

“Stanice is a powerful speaker, an inspirational woman, and a good friend. She believes in her purpose in life and is driven to succeed while helping others at the same time. I highly recommend her in any aspect.” ZANE, Owner of Strebor Books

“Stanice Anderson is a master motivator, encourager, and one of the most engaging speakers I have heard in any forum. We were captivated. It was an INCREDIBLE experience. We laughed a lot, but were also reduced to tears at points. She makes powerful parallels and connections to emotional and spiritual battles that all of us experience. We were led to tear off masks, dare to be real and transparent after spending time with Ms. Anderson.” Bernice Mayfield, Heritage Church 

‘‘What Stanice has done is reconfigure her life, her triumphs and sorrow, through art in a way that takes us to unspeakable uplift.” Karen Evans, Founder & President, Black Women Playwrights’ Group

I believe the impossible is highly probable and that the possible is just too easy for God anyway. Stanice Anderson, WALKING ON WATER WHEN THE GROUND AIN’T ENUF

Psalm 70 (New International Version)

For the director of music. Of David. A petition.

 ¹ Hasten, O God, to save me;
       O LORD, come quickly to help me.

 ² May those who seek my life
       be put to shame and confusion;
       may all who desire my ruin
       be turned back in disgrace.

 ³ May those who say to me, “Aha! Aha!”
       turn back because of their shame.

 ⁴ But may all who seek you
       rejoice and be glad in you;
       may those who love your salvation always say,
       “Let God be exalted!”

 ⁵ Yet I am poor and needy;
       come quickly to me, O God.
       You are my help and my deliverer;
       O LORD, do not delay.

The new date is Feb. 20, 2010. Same time, same place. If you bought tickets refunds will be available, please contact us if you cannot make the new date.

Now you have time to get your tickets, if you haven’t already at http://woi.eventbrite.com

Some days my life feels like a Jaws movie. Just when i think it’s safe to go back in the water. (sound effects) du dum, du dum, du dum. SCREAM

Two days been waiting for a auto part that was sent to the wrong address. Told UPS don’t worry about rerouting to my address for delivery on Monday (are you kidding me) when I paid for and needed the part on 2 days ago.  Send straight back to sender; who made the mistake anyway.  I’ll get a refund and take the headache as a hit.  I ordered same part, locally this time, and friend took me to pick it up.  Mechanic will start working on my car in the morning–no problem.  Moving on.

Woke up this a.m. to the tinkering sound of DC Parking Enforcement booting my car. Say what?

I hollered daintily from bedroom window, “what cha doing to my car?” In unison they replied, “Bootin’ yo car for non payment of tickets.”

I didn’t even know I had tix.  Plus, it’s Saturday, I can’t get the boot off till Monday?  (sound effects) du dum, du dum, du dum. SCREAM.  I’m gonna need a bigger boat AND mo’ money!!!!!

I won’t be fooled though.  This is a spiritual battle for my peace and sanity.  Still I refuse to let it steal my joy.  We gonna do what we can and leave the rest alone in God’s hands.  We may be pressed; but we are not crussed.  Greater is He that is in me that he that is in the world.  One can’t fight a spiritual battle with earthly weapons. 

In this battle, my part is to don the whole gear of God.  The breastplate of righteousness–CHECK, the shield of faith–CHECK, shoes with the readiness to proclaim the gospel of Jesus Christ–CHECK, the helmet of salvation a/k/a being made right with God–CHECK, the belt of Truth tied tightly around my waist–tight 4 real–CHECK, and the magnificent Sword of the Spirit, a/k/a the WORD of God–CHECK.*

Onward!!! Pray continually and be alert.  Victory is assured.  Jaws ALWAYS dies at the end!

*loose paraphrase of Ephesians 6:13-17.