Her name is Lisa

[raven_christina]

Amazing just doesn't decribe her.

Nope. Not at all. However, I do like the word "awe" because that is what I feel when I hear "Send Me A Song", or anything involving Lisa, David and a piano.

[Ggunsailor]

I'm gonna melt into a puddle of goo when I hear her sing live. 

[Anderpaw]

I know I did when I saw her, especially when I was only 5 feet from her for a lot of the show. She flashed that beautiful smile at me numerous times, and I had to shyly look away! She most definitely will make your knees weak!

[Angie]

You men are soooooo cute!   We women don't get weak at the knees - but we certainly are AWE struck listening to that gorgeous voice - clear as a bell, and such rich, melodious tones.  She certainly stands out - even in such talented, and beautiful company, I am so happy she is back, I missed her when she was on maternity leave.

[Ggunsailor]

We women don't get weak at the knees

Well, I do. Not weak at the knees but...I melt into a puddle of goo.

[Shywolf(Craig)]

I haven't heard that saying for a loooooog time . 

When I first saw CW at Slane on tv hmm that is one way of phrasing it. Then the first time seeing them live I didn't want it to end or go home.

[Lisaholic]

Her name is Lisa Kelly...
And her preciousness touches my soul
She helped keep my heart alive through last year
When I practically had nowhere to go

I was more thankful than ever
For the gift of her voice in song
To help keep my thoughts uplifted
When I was told "you don't belong"

I've learned that unexpected things
Sometimes happen in life
Even when we aren't aware
Or do anything to cause the strife

But thanks be to a thoughtful God
I did make it through last year
And what actually helped me to cope the most
Was Lisa's sweet music in my ear

She sent me a song and it called to me
To my heart tenderly I clung within
Her voice...oh, how it blessed me
To thank her, where would I begin?

So I just do what I can each day
And remember her name in prayer
And I ask God to please bless her also
And keep her safely in His care

And I thank Him for creating her
And filling her soul with such cheer
And I thank Him so much for sharing her
With all of the "family" in here

Yes, her name is Lisa
And yes, it is very true
I proclaim to be a LISAHOLIC!
For "I bless you...and you bless me too"


Lots of love, hugs & kisses to all--Especially Lisa! (I just love being a part of a group of people who can "see" how precious Lisa is!  **giggle!**)
**MWAH!**

Cindy

[Ggunsailor]

Her name is Lisa Kelly...
And her preciousness touches my soul
She helped keep my heart alive through last year
When I practically had nowhere to go

I was more thankful than ever
For the gift of her voice in song
To help keep my thoughts uplifted
When I was told "you don't belong"

I've learned that unexpected things
Sometimes happen in life
Even when we aren't aware
Or do anything to cause the strife

But thanks be to a thoughtful God
I did make it through last year
And what actually helped me to cope the most
Was Lisa's sweet music in my ear

She sent me a song and it called to me
To my heart tenderly I clung within
Her voice...oh, how it blessed me
To thank her, where would I begin?

So I just do what I can each day
And remember her name in prayer
And I ask God to please bless her also
And keep her safely in His care

And I thank Him for creating her
And filling her soul with such cheer
And I thank Him so much for sharing her
With all of the "family" in here

Yes, her name is Lisa
And yes, it is very true
I proclaim to be a LISAHOLIC!
For "I bless you...and you bless me too"


Lots of love, hugs & kisses to all--Especially Lisa! (I just love being a part of a group of people who can "see" how precious Lisa is!  **giggle!**)
**MWAH!**

Cindy

Very poetic.

[DirtyDiamond]

I love the poem! And I LOVE Lisa! I think she is the best ever! Making people feel amazing when they hear her voice, or see her smile... she makes me burst into tears every time I listen to her! I don't think I'd be able to speak if I saw her in live...

LISA FOREVER!!!

XxX
Dina

[Lisaholic]

Thanks, ya'll!

Yep...last year was pretty difficult for me.  I'd been on-staff at a church that I'd been a member of for a long time.  I loved my job and my boss was my best friend.  However, I had a couple of seizures at work and was told I had to see a neurologist before I could come back.  I was off work for three weeks...and no one from my job called to check on me or anything.  When I returned to work, my boss began to be very rude to me...letting me know that she did not want to be near me...and treating me like I had a communicable disease.  It hurt my feelings soooo terribly because she'd been my best friend and then suddenly she was having nothing to do with me.

Months passed...and being that I was a single mother of two boys, my job was very important to me...even if it seemed that I was "not wanted" there.  On April 21st of last year, the pastor's assistant, my boss, and a police officer came in and told me to "turn in my things...that I was being terminated"...

I begged to speak with the pastor but his assistant refused to let me...stating, "I'M the boss here"....I continually begged and begged....reminding them that I was a good worker...and how much I loved my job...and how much I needed my job"....and she knocked on the table and tapped her forehead and shouted at me, "You don't seem to get it...WE-DON'T-WANT-YOU-HERE!!!"  A few minutes later I was escorted off the campus...and down the road by a police officer...wondering what in the world I could have possibly done to make them treat me that way.

I felt so betrayed, hurt, and abandoned...and my heart was crushed.

Soon after, without having means to keep my apartment, I found myself without a home.  My mother and step-dad told me that I could stay with them...with my youngest son...but not my oldest son.  A friend told me the same thing...even though I had TWO boys...and my heart was so torn.  My boys and I have slept "here" and "there"...and many times in separate places which is very hard for a mother...especially when you wish for your children to "have it better" than what you, yourself, did growing up.

Last year was hard...very heard...I lost my job, my best friend, and my home...all together...not having a clue what in the world I could have done for any of it to have happened...and sometimes I'd think that if life is supposed to be this difficult...then I don't want any part of it. 

I cried a lot...and was "numb" a lot...just trying to "keep-on-keeping-on"...weathering each day that came along...and it helped so much listening to Celtic Woman...and especially Lisa's music.  When I felt so "lost" in such a cruel world...her voice comforted my soul. 

While spending lots of "quality time" in my vehicle, I carried my laptop with me everywhere...and hooked up to any wireless hot-spot I could find.  People would notice my beautiful "Blessing" wallpaper as I would boot up my computer...and so many people have asked..."Who is that lovely lady?"

"Her name is Lisa"...I would reply..."And her preciousness touches my soul"...

But for an update...a year has passed...and I finally got a new job!  I've been there a little over a month...and I'm finally going to be getting an apartment again...and I'm so excited.  Living out of a suitcase can be a bit heart-wrenching when it was not planned...

But I made it through...and I'm still here...and I'm still a happy and bubbly person...and I still have love and compassion in my heart for everyone...even those who have caused harm to me...

And I am thankful...still...and I am so tickled to have found a place like this...to be surrounded with such wonderful people...who also share my interest in the beautiful music of Celtic Woman!  This group, as well as this forum, has touched my heart!

But as for Lisa...well...there's just something "extra-precious" about her!  I can't put my finger on it, so I just accept it!  *giggle!*  I do hope to meet her one day...to thank her in person...(if I can keep my composure---lol!)...and let her know how she has been such a blessing to my life.

"Thank you, Lisa!"

With love,
Cindy

[DirtyDiamond]

Cindy, I am speechless. Your story is.... wow.... I'm really sorry about all the bad things which happened to you and your boys, I can just imagine the hard time you had! Lisa truly is an angel, and brings comfort to everyone. I must tell you that this forum really supports you and wishes you all the best! We love you!
And I believe that you will meet Lisa in person!

Love,
Dina

[Lisaholic]

Lisa truly is an angel, and brings comfort to everyone. I must tell you that this forum really supports you and wishes you all the best! We love you!  And I believe that you will meet Lisa in person!

**blush** Awww...thanks for the love.
Oh...it would certainly be awesome to meet her...Thanks for the encouragement!

I'm thankful for so much!

Hugs to all,
Cindy

[Anderpaw]

Cindy, that is an amazing and heartwrenching story. It made me angry to hear how you were treated by those who are 'leaders' in Christ's body. I won't judge them, that is something that they will need to deal with on their knees. Know this, because of your experiences over the past year, you will be given oppertunities to minister to other people in similar circumstances. That's how God works. I hope things continue to work out for you and your children.

[mkjlovescw]

My dear Cindy,
Whew!!  Where do I begin??!!  I just finished reading your poem and your story......wow.......I'm speechless (almost).  I'm not exactly an "emotional" person, but I find myself tearing up as I sit here staring at the computer screen (and let me tellyou, that takes alot).  I actually had to stop and compose myself before starting to type this message!!
You truly are a blessed and gifted woman and I do hope that you and your boys get the chance to meet Lisa and all the CW ladies soon.  Never stop believing that!!

Personally, if you dont mind, I would love it if you would allow Rich (OldFatGuy) to "publish" your poem in the next edition of The Voice (Lisa's newsletter).  I just know that others will be touched and find comfort in your words just as me.  

Snfff  *starting to tear up again*
Ok, I better go before this gets any worse!!  

Sending you LOTS of HUGS and  
Melissa

[Lisaholic]

Wow!  **passes out tissues and hugs to everyone**

Thanks for all of your kind words!

You truly are a blessed and gifted woman and I do hope that you and your boys get the chance to meet Lisa and all the CW ladies soon.  Never stop believing that!!

That would be so awesome!

Personally, if you dont mind, I would love it if you would allow Rich (OldFatGuy) to "publish" your poem in the next edition of The Voice (Lisa's newsletter).  I just know that others will be touched and find comfort in your words just as me. 

Gosh...SURE!  What I have within me, I have to share with everyone! 

…because of your experiences over the past year, you will be given opportunities to minister to other people in similar circumstances. That's how God works.

Yes...thank you...I certainly will...Life can truly have some excruciating bumps and trials...and since I'm still alive, that must mean that God still needs me here on earth...so here I am!  I also know that God created "all of us" to love HIM and love ONE ANOTHER...and to be a blessing to one another with the blessings that HE has shared with US...and that's why "The Blessing" that Lisa sings means so much to me...Ain't God Awesome?!! 

Thank you for starting this post...because that one tiny phrase can mean so very much!

..."Her name is Lisa"...and she is a blessing to us all!

Hugs, love & blessings to all!!
Cindy