<p><strong><em>Push Pause and Take Stock</em></strong></p><p><br></p><p>Life is a series of twists and turns.&nbsp;We transition through different seasons.&nbsp;We navigate through uncertain times. Journeying from our childhood days to adulthood, powerful learning takeaways emerge and become foundational to evolving our hearts and minds. The stories handed down to us helped build our character and shape our culture.&nbsp;Today's shared stories will be woven into the fabrics of generations to come. There is such power in storytelling.&nbsp;There is even more power in <em>story sharing</em>. </p><p><br></p><p><strong><em>Out of the Gate:&nbsp;What Inspires Us Drives Us Forward</em></strong><em> </em>is a compilation of stories rooted in the blended life of faith, family, and friends. Kentucky author, Henrietta Pepper, shares her relatable stories which readers can lean into and embrace through their own personal lenses.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>