Dawn Hamsher

At a Glance... 

·         Happily Married and Mother of One Grownager

·         Lives in beautiful Pennsylvania, U.S.
 Works full-time in the IT Field

·         Hobbies include Writing, Pottery, Cooking, and Gardening

·         Current working to publish a devotional by Christmas 2022

Knowing Dawn

A co-worker nicknamed me "Drama" because I love acting and directing, NOT because I cause drama (there is enough drama in life, I don't want to contribute to it!). I do, however, want to spread joy and encouragement to others. I am an eternal optimist. I always have a smile on my face and time for people. I am an educator at heart, though that is not my current profession. The same co-worker said, "With Dawn, you get what you see." That's pretty much true. I am hard-working, passionate, stead-fast, loyal, and sometimes stubborn. 

 

 

Dawn on Writing
I've written and illustrated two picture books (not published), as well as written Christian skits and devotionals. Two of the devotionals have been published. I am preparing to publish my first book, a devotional called 'Images From God'. No matter what I write, Christian or secular, I wish to write in a way that pleases God. 

Dawn on being a Christian
I have always believed in Jesus, but a huge turning point came when our church studied 'The 40 Days of Purpose' by Rick Warren. I realized that I had a purpose in God's kingdom. I began to seek God's will for my life. That started a journey that connected head-knowledge about Jesus to heart-knowledge, in truly knowing Him. The closer I get to Jesus, the more in love with Him I become. Books have always played a huge role in my spiritual growth. Some that have had huge impact are The Bible, of course, and 'Hearing His Voice' by Chris Tiegreen, 'Becoming the Woman God Wants Me to Be' by Donna Partow, and 'All In' by Mark Batterson. I currently attend LifePoint Church in Chambersburg, PA, where I lead a Prayer Lifegroup and co-lead a women's group.

Dawn on Drama
Recently directed the YMCA's Easter presentation. In the past, I've  written, acted in, and directed Christian skits. I directed "Walk Through Bethlehem", a Christmas play. I used to do community theater plays (I especially liked to play comic relief in murder mysteries). I've written, acted in and directed Women's History Month presentations for local schools and community groups. 

Dawn in Virtuous Woman Skit



Dawn's Confessions
1. My hair started going gray at age 16. I colored it most of my life. Now, I love the gray. It's a crown of glory.
2. I'm an introvert. Most people would be surprised to hear that because I can be out-going, but my heart often wants to curl up, alone, in my room (just me and Jesus).

3. I love coffee with milk and hot tea with honey. 

4. I love early morning walks.

5. I love talking about God.

Dawn's Favorites Things

Favorite Songs: Rest by Laura C, Fresh Fire by Maverick City, Brave by Nichole Nordeman, Call on Jesus & Redeemer by Nicole C. Mullen, Crazy Love by Mindy Gledhill

Favorite Piece of Art: the life-size paper-mache moose that hangs over my fireplace
Favorite Creative Outlet: Pottery (I love to work with clay! Slabwork)

Favorite Books: Christian Books

Favorite Movie: Pride and Prejudice
Favorite scents: lemon verbena & cherry-almond

Favorite Color: Red...and every color, really!
Favorite Foods: Eggs and toast, PB toast and hot tea to dip it in
Favorite Pet: Pippa the Cat, who loves to have her belly rubbed (like a dog)!