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By JoanneKraft 16 Comments

Focus on the Family Interview

Our family was driving somewhere along the freeway in Kansas when I picked up messages from my phone. “Hi Joanne, it’s Kathi. Give me a call when you get a chance.” Kathi sounded a little excited about something, in a good way. So, I patiently waited until my phone had at least two-bars and gave her a call back.

The good news she wanted to share? She’d talked with the producer of Focus on the Family and gotten me an interview scheduled with them next Saturday. “Are you kidding me!?” I screamed. All of a sudden, being cooped up in our Suburban felt like I’d been shaken like a can of soda and wanted to explode.

Kathi has to be one of the most self-LESS author/speakers I know. It’s been a pleasure getting to work with her and my buddy and gifted author-Erin. There isn’t anything I wouldn’t do to help these girls out.

“I’ll get back to you about the details. They’re trying to work out their interview times with Amy Grant.” She shared.

Are you kidding me? Amy Grant?

So…next Saturday, I’ll be sitting down for a 30-minute interview at the Grand Ole’ Opry with Focus on the Family. Kathi, Erin, Melodie & me…guess who’s scheduled for an interview after me? Steven Curtis Chapman and his wife.

Oh goodness, I hope I can keep it together.

Which leads me into the most important question of all…WHAT SHOULD I WEAR!?

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Filed Under: Uncategorized Tagged With: amy grant, focus on the family, grand ole opry, just too busy, Kathi Lipp, steven curtis chapman

Comments

  1. Katie Ganshert says

    July 30, 2011 at 9:17 am

    Joanne!! This is so, so, so exciting!! How can I tune in??

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    • JoanneKraft says

      July 30, 2011 at 4:06 pm

      Thanks Katie, but I’m not sure yet. That would probably be something I should ask, huh?

      Reply
    • JoanneKraft says

      August 1, 2011 at 9:01 pm

      Thanks Katie! Not sure yet. But, I’ll put the word out when I know. :O)

      Reply
  2. Chris Pedersen says

    July 30, 2011 at 2:55 pm

    Yes…you ARE one so blessed! I am so HAPPY for you! You are indeed the marketing maven. I know Kathy intervened to help, but you made the connection to Kathy. You are my MM hero.

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  3. JoanneKraft says

    July 30, 2011 at 4:06 pm

    Thanks Chris!!!

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  4. Carrie Schmeck says

    July 30, 2011 at 6:08 pm

    That’s like a Bucket List dream. Well done!

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    • JoanneKraft says

      July 30, 2011 at 6:35 pm

      Me too, Carrie. Your time is coming my friend, your time is coming!!!

      Reply
  5. Deana The Producer says

    July 30, 2011 at 6:23 pm

    Hi Joanne,
    Your post made me smile. Wear jewel tones! 🙂

    (Don’t wear solid white, cream, black or stripes! It messes with the cameras.) I’ll let you know when all this will release, but in the meantime, our little show can be found at http://www.YourFamilyLive.com.
    See you Saturday. 🙂
    ~De

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  6. Sheri Morgado says

    July 30, 2011 at 6:24 pm

    Joanne…I am SO proud of you!!!

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    • JoanneKraft says

      August 1, 2011 at 9:43 am

      Thanks sweet friend. xo

      Reply
  7. Elizabeth M Thompson says

    July 30, 2011 at 7:02 pm

    This is awesome! What a great tool for God to use to get the message out. I’m overcome with joy when I think of all the families that will be impacted because you listened to God and followed His leading–both in taking a Radical Sabbatical and in sharing with others how they can too. Keep walking by faith my friend!

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  8. Katie Chaney says

    July 30, 2011 at 8:09 pm

    So happy for you my friend! This is just amazing! Many will be and have already been blessed by your concept of taking their families on a radical sabbatical. It’s so important for families to get to know each other again. You’ve unlocked a huge tool for them to use – obedience to our Dad. Have fun, my friend. hugs xo

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    • JoanneKraft says

      August 1, 2011 at 9:42 am

      Thanks Katie! Wish I could hug you.

      Reply
  9. Keli Gwyn says

    July 30, 2011 at 11:31 pm

    Congratulations, Joanne! How very exciting. I wish you poise, confidence, and self-restraint. Well, I know I’d need the last one if I were to see a celebrity like Stephen Curtis Chapman. =)

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    • JoanneKraft says

      August 1, 2011 at 9:42 am

      I know, right? I’ll try not to drool or trip over something! haha

      Reply
  10. Genny says

    August 1, 2011 at 7:13 am

    I am SO happy for you, Joanne! WOW!!!!! Enjoy every minute of it; you will do great!

    By the way, I love your new site (the pink is gorgeous!)

    Hugs,
    Genny

    Reply

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