It was a thrill and honor to be part of the Good Morning America program. In an earlier post I provided some behind the scenes photos when Phil and I were in New York for the interview.
Below you'll find the GMA segment. I do hope that it will provide a sense of hope for anyone dealing with darkness – in whatever form it comes.
For my friends who deal with physical darkness, I hope the gadgets I have provided for you on the left column of this blog will be helpful. I should note I do not own all of them, but many are on my wish list.
I also hope my book Self Talk, Soul Talk will be a helpful resource. The contents and thoughts I provide in the book are not theoretical – they are something I live with and do every day. And it seems like many others do too. I’ve also provided some supplementary materials at my book blog found at www.selftalksoultalk.com.
Finally, do keep in touch. I’d love for you to subscribe to my Java with Jennifer eNewsletter – it’s a monthly update I send out to new and old friends. (See the subscribe button in top right corner.) And of course, I would love for you to leave your comments below and at the Good Morning America website. The producers and anchors love to know if a story resonates with their audience.
To Robin Roberts, Cathy and the entire GMA team, thank you for shedding light and encouragement to so many – including me.
Jennifer Rothschild
P.S. As you will see on the show, God has blessed me with my very own Dr. Phil and two incredible boys, Clayton and Connor.
P.S.S. Here is a list of my favorite Gadgets to help those with Blind and Low Vision
Good morning!
It was a blessing to see you on GMA this morning. Your story is an inspiration, and I was moved to tears because it was a message I needed to hear.
Last year, I was diagnosed with retinitis pigmentosa. Devastation is the only word I can use to describe it. I am thankful for what I have but some days are challenging.
Your life gives me hope!
Blessings,
Melanie
Posted by: Melanie Gordon | April 22, 2008 at 10:03 AM
I would like to see the web version of today's GMA session when it's available.
God is so good! Love you much!
Posted by: Kay Fisher | April 22, 2008 at 03:43 PM
Would love the GMA link.
Thanks,
Trisha - trisha@247moms.com
www.247moms@blogspot.com
Posted by: Trisha | April 22, 2008 at 04:00 PM
Oh Jennifer, I am jumping up and down as I see your beautiful face on TV! I give thanks to God for you and Phil as you go forth spreading a sweet fragrance of the knowledge of Christ. Praising the Lord for His hand to stay upon you as He leads you forward. Thank you so much for sharing of His love, grace and mercy. I know there had to be thousands encouraged by your testimony! All my love, Teresa
Posted by: Teresa Griggs | April 22, 2008 at 04:57 PM
Every time I hear you speak about your faith and experiences, I am blessed. Thank you for your courage and strength to follow God's direction in your life.
Posted by: Kathy | April 22, 2008 at 05:15 PM
What a pleasure to see you (again) on GMA. I had been to your Fresh Grounded Faith conference on April 18 & 19 in Richmond, VA and was more than blessed to see you in person. So to see you again on GMA was a double blessing. I know that you can not see your image in a mirror -- but I would like to tell you that you are truly a beautiful lady both inside and out. God bless you as you continue your ministry.
Many blessings to you and yours, Libby
Posted by: Libby Chambers | April 22, 2008 at 05:30 PM
Self Talk, Soul Talk is a book that must be read by every woman in the world....I have read it and I am rereading it. It is a positive in my daily walk and it speaks truth. I am filling myself with what God thinks of me and what He has to say to me, and not the lies I have heard all my life. Thank you Jennifer for this book....you SAW the heart of so many of us. - Patricia Amorosi
Posted by: PATRICIA AMOROSI | April 22, 2008 at 05:41 PM
Dear Jennifer, I wasn't able to see you on GMA, but I checked out the "Behind The Scenes" photos.They were very nice.I wish I could have seen it. The flowers you & your husband gave Robin were beautiful. That was sweet of you two. God Bless.
Sincerely,
Edie
Posted by: Edie | April 22, 2008 at 08:58 PM
Can you please email the web version of the GMA segment? I was not able to watch it.
Thank you and God Bless.
Posted by: Karen | April 22, 2008 at 09:58 PM
Sorry, Jennifer, I am in New Zealand and unfortunately don't get to see this. But I believe it would have been very good, since your word on self talk is a great word.
Blessings
Delwyn
Posted by: Delwyn Viggars | April 23, 2008 at 05:33 AM
Jennifer,
I watched your segment last night and was very blessed by it. I often let my thoughts limit what I can do even though I have no physical limitations. When I see all you are doing, you inspire me to get past my negative thoughts and use what God has given me for Him. May God bless your ministry.
Cheryl
Posted by: Cheryl | April 23, 2008 at 07:40 AM
You give me such renewed hope with your speaking and your mind for Christ. There are no excuses; we press on in the Name. Thank you, Jo Ellen
eaglemi.org
Posted by: Joellen Potts | April 23, 2008 at 10:55 AM
Can you please email the web version of the GMA segment? I was not able to watch it.
Thank you and God Bless.
Posted by: Harriet Mola | April 23, 2008 at 05:08 PM
Dear Jennifer,
As always, your sweet, willing-to-be-obedient spirit was evident in your GMA spot. Your message is always the same for me: hope with capital letters! In my former 'home' church, I had the great privilege of leading several of your Bible studies and have learned so much about the Lord and His word, and about your heart. All the ladies with whom I studied each week would, I know, be able to say the same thing. You are, as Robin said on GMA, a 'gift' yourself. An inspiring and encouraging gift from God to all who have the distinct honor of "knowing" you through your ministries in His name. Thank you so much for your obedience. My young granddaughter was diagnosed last year with Type 1 Diabetes just two weeks before her 13th birthday. I look forward to sharing the web version of your appearance on GMA with her soon. May God's rich blessings continue to be poured out on you and your family and your ministry and staff. With much love and appreciation, Shirley Wiggins.
Posted by: Shirley Wiggins | April 24, 2008 at 08:00 AM
I was able to view your segment on-line and I am SO GRATEFUL that this technology is available for me. However, I am more grateful that God has blessed you with new technology in order for your message of hope to reach so many others. This GMA interview reminded me of a passage in one of your books that I treasure so much, where you said something about God "trusted" your mother to be the one to raise you. That gives me hope as I raise a special needs son - God trusts me to be his Mom. Even though we face life's challenges, I feel honored that God does, indeed, trust me!
Bless you my dear sole sister-Tricia
Posted by: Tricia Ikard | April 24, 2008 at 10:06 AM
What a thrill to see you on GMA. I am a follower and a "Sole Sister." You are such an inspiration for me and my work with women's ministry at my church.
Thank you, Jennifer.
Posted by: Becky | April 24, 2008 at 05:02 PM
It was great seeing Jennifer Rothschild on GMA. What a wonderful lady one who can be an inspiration to many others.
Thank You.
Sandy
Posted by: Sandy | April 28, 2008 at 09:12 PM
What a blessing. When I feel that everything seems insurmountable, God sends someone like you along, to show me that He cares for us, in all circumstances!
Posted by: Linda McCracken | May 01, 2008 at 07:41 PM