Sandy Emmerson
Prayers,
Poems,
Ponderings
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About the Book
Prayers, Poems, and Ponderings is a unique blend of prayer and devotional writing, rooted in Scripture and enriched with a couple of creative twists. Each selection is paired with a coordinating poem—offering a word picture of the chosen verse—and space for the reader to write a personal pondering in response.
Drawing on her experience as a longtime reading and dyslexia teacher, Sandy Emmerson understands the power of a reader’s response in deepening comprehension and connection. With verse numbers included for further study, most passages are drawn from the NIV, NLT, or ESV translations—or a thoughtful combination of the three.
Writing these selections became for Sandy not only an act of praise, but also a way to study, reflect, and spend time with Jesus—an essential rhythm of her daily worship. She invites you to do the same and hopes this book will become a meaningful companion during your quiet moments with the Best Company Ever.
May our Father bless you richly as you pray, read, and ponder.
About The Author
Sandy Emmerson
Sandra Jean Emmerson (Sandy) has been fortunate to experience the best of more than one world. Along the way, she has gathered lessons and shared them through both poetry and prose. A published poet from a young age, she has also written human interest stories for a Texas-based publication.
After many years devoted to homemaking and raising her family, Sandy pursued her professional calling. She earned a B.A. in Psychology and an M.Ed. as a Reading Specialist and Master Reading Teacher, with certifications spanning PreK–12th grade. She is a Certified Academic Language Therapist and Licensed Dyslexia Therapist whose career has included roles as special education teacher, dyslexia therapist, literacy coach, district, regional, and state dyslexia coordinator, educational literacy consultant, and adjunct professor. Along the way, she has received numerous academic and professional awards—and collected countless stories of God’s hand in her journey.
Sandy is a proud mom of two beautiful daughters, Lacey and Mycah; “Sugar” to her grandchildren Emily and Gus; widow of her childhood sweetheart and husband of 49 years, Mike; forever friend to some of the best people imaginable, and sweetheart and kindred spirit to Robert.
Her future projects include an illustrated collection titled Nature’s Wisdom, children’s books, and an exploration of Great Grace for a Small Town.