Sandra P. Aldrich
A Humorous Inspirational Speaker
Meet Sandra P. Aldrich, president of Bold Words, Inc. Sandra has written and spoken extensively on joyful living, marriage, and family issues, youth challenges, grief, single parenting and the effects of alcoholism upon the family. Her Kentucky storyteller style has made her a popular guest on numerous radio and television shows, including "Heart to Heart" of the "700 Club," "Prime Time America," "Mid-day Connection" and the "Focus on the Family" broadcasts. Sandra's often-humorous presentations feature the importance of solid relationships - to God, family, friends and self.
| Sandra encourages her audiences that we do NOT pray to air. She's known for handling life's serious issues with insight and humor while at the same time being down to earth. |
After Sandra's husband died of brain cancer in 1982, she was left to raise a 10-year-old son, Jay, and an 8-year-old daughter, Holly. Today, both are terrific young adults who continue to keep their mom on her knees (praying!) - and well supplied with speaking and writing material. Sandra holds a master's degree from Eastern Michigan University (and, she says a "Ph.D. from the School of Hard Knocks"). Her career includes 15 years as a public school teacher in the Detroit area, a stint as a community service representative for a funeral home chain (she was one of the experts called to speak to students when the space shuttle exploded) and nine years in Christian ministry that included several years as senior editor of Focus on the Family Magazine.
Books by Sandra
Sandra's 500-plus articles have appeared in Focus on the Family Magazine, Moody Magazine, Today's Christian Woman and Discipleship Journal, among others. Her straightforward style and warm advice provide the backbone for books on grieving, marriage, single motherhood, encouragement, and many other subjects. She is the author or co-author of 17 books, and has contributed to two dozen more, including:
- 101 Upward Glances: Watching for God's Touch in the Ordinary Days
- Honey, Hang in There! Encouragement for Busy Moms
- Men Read Newspapers, Not Minds…and other things I wish I'd known when I first married
- Bless Your Socks Off: Unleashing the Power of Encouragement
- Will I Ever Be Whole Again? Surviving the Death of Someone You Love
- From One Single Mother to Another
- HeartPrints: Celebrating the Power of a Simple Touch
- The Bible Encounters: 21 Stories of Changed Live
BLESS YOUR SOCKS OFF
Encouraging words have power to lift spirits, soothe emotions, restore relationships and even change lives. Poignant illustrations and practical suggestions for those who need encouragement - or want to give it.
GRAB THE JOY
We do have choices in life, including whether to embrace a good attitude that will allow us to concentrate on good things around us. Includes three easy steps to developing an attitude of gratitude.
LOOKING BACK: THINGS I WISH I'D KNOWN WHEN I FIRST MARRIED
Ever wish the marriage license came with a warning label? Then you'll enjoy these humorous illustrations and practical suggestions.
Sandra's presentations are appropriate for the following categories and events:
- Business/Corporate
- Church Events
- Communications Training
- Education
- Humorists/Comedy
- Inspirational
- Marriage Conferences / Retreats
- Parenting Events
- Singles
- Women's Retreats / Conferences/Events
- Young Moms' Events
- Writer's Conferences
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HONEY, HANG IN THERE!
If you're looking for advice on how to raise perfect children, this is not it. But if you need encouragement on how to face typical parenting stress, you'll enjoy the humor and practical tips from a veteran mother.
HEARTPRINTS: MAKING A DIFFERENCE RIGHT WHERE YOU ARE
The average woman thinks she isn't doing anything special since she doesn't have a public ministry. But it is often the "little" things that have profound effects.
GOOD GRIEF
The stages of grief - whether from death or divorce - can serve as emotional markers for either those who are bereaved or those who want to help. Children's needs will be addressed as well.
WE ARE STILL A FAMILY
Encouragement and practical advice for single parents forging a new lifestyle and establishing new traditions when the family structure changes.
HOW DO I STOP THIS RUNAWAY TRAIN?
Popular with those who are feeling overwhelmed by the demands of work and family - especially during the stressful holidays.
A NEW BEGINNING
We don't have to be trapped by life's circumstances. Encouragement, humor and practical steps for those who need an emotional jump start.
HELP! I'M A WOMAN OF THE NEW MILENNIUM
Humor and insight from a veteran whose role as wife, mother, widow and career woman have offered plenty of in-the-trenches training.
Sandra enjoys molding any topic to the theme
of your conference, seminar or retreat.
