These are some of the lovely and faithful ladies in my Zumba class. We had a great class this morning in spite of the rain. I have to admit, I struggled to get out of bed this morning. My back was killing me and I wasn’t sure I was going to be able to give it my all because of it. Of course the rain did not help. But I pressed on and I’m so glad I did. As each of the ladies arrived for class I was ecstatic to see them and glad the rain did not deter them from getting their workout on. That is me, front and center in black and wearing a crown. Why am I wearing a crown? So glad you asked. To answer the question, I have to take you back to last Sunday evening.
Every year the members of my church nominate women in the congregation who they feel exhibit some of the following characteristics of a Woman of Great Price:
- Faithfulness and Commitment
- Love and Kindness
- Marriage and Family Life
- Virtue and Strength
- Submission and Obedience
- Respect and Loyalty
- Parenting Skills and Training
- Prayer and Grace
From the hundreds of women who are nominated, ten (and this year 15) are chosen as the top Women of Great Price, and this year I was one of the fifteen. I was totally shocked and surprised when my name was called and equally humbled and honored. This is the beautiful plaque I received that now hangs proudly in my office:
This brings me back to today. One of my students crowned me with the crown you see in the picture and had all the ladies sign a card of congratulations for me. Thank you Cheryl and thank you ladies That made my day and brought some sunshine to an otherwise gloomy day!
Oh, and my back? As crazy as it seems, it felt better after working out. Imagine that.
Love, Peace and Zumba!
Anonymous says
WOW…STACEY..I DIDN’T CALL YOU “ZUMBA QUEEN”….IN VAIN…YOU SO WELL DESERVE THIS HONOR…AND I MISS YOU GREATLY!!! MOM G…
Stacey Strickler says
Awwwww Thank you so much Mom G!!!! Miss you too and looking forward to having you back in class soon!