Comments on: In the Wilderness

By: Alia Joy

Alia Joy — Mon, 15 Oct 2012 21:29:16 +0000

I am so glad that you are able to relate, that’s a huge reason that I write and that blesses me so much to know that others are impacted and know they’re not alone in this and that in it all, I’m not alone either. Thanks so much for sharing here.

By: Alia Joy

Alia Joy — Mon, 15 Oct 2012 21:27:23 +0000

Thanks Tanya, that’s a pretty accurate description. I think you need to be a tad crazy to live the way they have throughout their lives. But there is also a ton of awesome in there!

By: Alia Joy

Alia Joy — Mon, 15 Oct 2012 21:26:34 +0000

Thanks Tonya, I’ll be writing about the conference here soon. I’m balancing the 31 days and two conferences this month and just now realizing, I might be insane. But yes, for today, I’m resting.

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By: Katie

Katie — Fri, 12 Oct 2012 15:10:38 +0000

I cannot believe how much someone I have not met is able to speak to my heart. Rejection, body image issues when you used to be thin and aren’t anymore, disappointment with the body of Christ–I’ve been through all of it. I have never just quit going to church, but I have definitely been in phases where I just didn’t care very much. Phases where my gifts are not needed and friendships aren’t gelling. It’s difficult.

By: Tanya Marlow

Tanya Marlow — Fri, 12 Oct 2012 10:02:04 +0000

I’m loving reading more of your story! I am simultaneously thinking that your parents were crazy and that they were awesome. Yikes.

By: Tonya Salomons

Tonya Salomons — Thu, 11 Oct 2012 18:05:29 +0000

So beautiful… every word, every heart wrenching word. Thank you! Just thank you! Rest well Alia and enjoy your conference – find sleep. Tonya