It was a Wednesday at 5:46 p.m. Central Time (5-28-2008). I was putting away groceries while my kids were playing outside. A call came into my cell phone that said "Private Call" and I went to answer but I couldn't hear anything so I hung up. A minute later, my voicemail chime sounded so I went to check it, expecting a telemarketer or political promo.
But that's when I experienced the surprise of my life...it was Oprah Winfrey on my voicemail!
All I know is I dropped the loaf of bread I had in my hands (good thing it wasn't eggs or a jar of spaghetti sauce!) and stood frozen to my kitchen floor with goosebumps from head to toe.
She called to say thank you for the book I'd created and sent her about her dog, Gracie, who died a year ago. Getting a personal call from Ms. O herself, I was stunned to say the least.
After listening to her minute-long message, I was terrified I would hit the wrong button on my phone and delete the proof that I had just heard a personal voicemail from Oprah! Thankfully I was able to save it and could listen to it over and over again as well as sent it to my mom's cell phone as proof! Then I started calling around to family and friends to share the exciting news!
[Brenda Kruse, Founding Consultant for Heritage Makers at BuildYourHeritage.com]
Here's Oprah Winfrey's Storybook that started it all! One of Oprah's All-Time Favorite Gifts!
This tiny 5x5 storybook had a huge impact on a very influential person! Many people can say Oprah made a difference in their lives, but not many people can say they've made a difference in Oprah's life! But with the power of storybooking, I was able to touch the life of a very busy, very powerful woman.
2 comments:
Brenda. Ijust read the book and it's beautiful. This book was healing for Oprah and yet, it was healing for you as well. What a blessing. I was so proud of you while you stood at the podium and spoke at Reunion. I have loved meeting with you each year at Reunion and look forward to many more years. You are an incredible lady!
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