Amy Grant, music star, golf lover, co-host of this year's
LPGA event and mother of four, was kind enough to spend her Mother's Day
with LPGA.com chatting with fans. Here is the official transcript of what
she had to say.
MODERATOR:Amy,
welcome to the LPGA.com chat room. Happy Mothers Day and thank you so
much for joining us today.
Amy_Grant: It is great to be here!
starbie:Amy, did Vince or the kids buy you anything nice
for Mother's Day?
Amy_Grant: She made me a hand print, but she got
a little help.
Vince gave me some flowers and I'll see Matt, Millie and Sarah after the
tournament.
Music Sherlock: I have 4 children as well. Since some
of your children are older, approaching their teen years do you have any
advice or a thought out plan as far as how to keeping purity at the center
of the heart of yourchildren?
Amy_Grant: Music Sherlock, did you see Dr. Phil on Oprah last tuesday
the casual attitude toward sexual service in teens is staggering
my goal is teach my children respect for themselves and I am praying alot!
Van Roon: Would you tell us where your inspiration came
from for the album simple things?
Amy_Grant: Well that album is not out yet
but I am so excited about this new material
My inspiration always comes from life
Lillith99:Amy I am listening to My Jesus I Love Thee
- what was that like recording this song? I just want to get up and dance
all around!
that is exactly what I did!
Amy_Grant: Singing the last verse made me cry I have lived my life
as best I could, but it still got a little messy the idea of a crown on
my brow wiped me out.
Greg: Amy, What is your handicap and how often do you
get to play golf, especially with the new baby?? A big fan of yours for
many years!!
Amy_Grant: Thanks for your support!
I have played fewer than 10 times in the last two years
pregnancy
.and a baby. My handicap is around 20
MODERATOR:Karen: What did Corrina do for her 1st birthday?
Amy_Grant:We had a small party with our family
VALERIE: AMY, THIS IS A SILLY QUESTION BUT, ARE YOU GOING
TO GROW YOUR BEAUTIFUL HAIR BACK?
Amy_Grant:not for a while
starbie:Amy, I am a college student, and just want to
know any secrets or advice to staying on the right track. My usual thing
to do when I feel tempted is to put on one of your albums, and pick up
the Bible. :-)
Amy_Grant: Life is a process we learn our greatest
lessons by living and sometimes failing
Amy_Grant:I'm not sure what temptations you are talking about specifically
but that is just a fact of life self control comes with age
as you learn to value yourself and your salvation you make different choices.
Julie: I've read you recently took up the sport of golf a few years
ago
what was the easiest thing about falling in love with the game of
golf?
Amy_Grant:Being outside and away from the phone.
EWL: Are you and Vince going to be on The Veiw Monday
morning and if so what will you be doing?
Amy_Grant:Yes we will be on the View Monday May 20th. We will be sending
The River's Going to Keep on Rolling. That is the single from my new Legacy
record.
wildamyfan:What was it like working with Brown Bannister
again? I think he is one of the best producers we have today!!
Amy_Grant: I agree with you! I have known Brown since I was 14.
Jill: Would like to ask Amy does she plan on continuing
to make records beyond her Legacy and Simple Things albums or does she
envision doing something else?
Amy_Grant: I'd like to make a couple more records at least
starbie:Amy, I really liked the movie you did a few years
ago, "A Song From the Heart". Any chances of another movie?
Amy_Grant: Not right now. I didn't like all the time in a trailer.
John7347: Amy, what motivates you to be so involved with
the LPGA year in and year out?
Amy_Grant: This is the only spectator sport I actually play myself
and I have made a lot of friends on the Tour.
Rhema: What did you give your mother for Mother's Day?
Do you have any traditions for Mother's Day in your family?
Amy_Grant:We are having a family dinner tonight and my sisters and
our families and my mom. Time is the greatest gift!
DetroitPete: Amy, do you have a favorite player on Tour
that you root for?
Amy_Grant:My old friend Kris Tschetter.
rhema:Amy, on the inside liner of Never Alone, you reference
Psalm 139, twenty-two years later, you still reference Psalm 139. What
is it about that Psalm that captivates you and has engraved it on your
heart that you passionately share it with others?
Amy_Grant:I think as human beings our greatest desire is to be known
and loved this psalm answers that craving.
Lillith99:Amy as you reflect on the last 25 years as
a recording artist
what moments do you vividly remember the most?
Amy_Grant:The interesting stories of the people with whom I have come
in contact
dannyamy10:Amy, I am very excited to see that you have
included a DVD along with your new album. Can we expect something along
the lines of "Building the House of Love"? I love watching your
videos that show behind the scenes.
Amy_Grant:The collectors DVD is only available with the first 200,000
units sold. That was our only plan.
starbie:Amy, is there one song that you have recorded
that has more meaning than the others?
Amy_Grant:El Shaddai
rhema:What was it like in the recording studio with Vince?
Amy_Grant:It was a blast! He is so funny and a great story teller
I love that he played so many of the solos
LauraM:On Legacy where is the song from Mercy Me, "
I Can only Imagine?"
Amy_Grant:Right in the middle
rhema:Do Vince and Brown has similar styles or were they different?
Amy_Grant:They both wanted to capture
Amy_Grant:the beautiful essense of these old hymns
Amy_Grant:Brown has great ears
Amy_Grant:Vince has the hands to execute all of the playing
Amy_Grant:They made a great team
AMYFAN1:You and Vince seem soo much in love, did you ever
imagine your life being like this?
Amy_Grant:I never knew life could be so peaceful
Amy_Grant:It is not the we feel the same about everything
Amy_Grant:it is just that we have so much respect for each other that
Amy_Grant:our communication is always gentle
CarolinaFan:How do you like meeting fans at the Vinny? Did
we drive you crazy?
Amy_Grant:Of course not!
Amy_Grant:I figure anyone who would walk around in the sun all day
Amy_Grant:has got a gutsy side I appreciate
Dolphinatuk:Are you often asked to sing at Church??
Amy_Grant:It goes in waves
Amy_Grant:maybe once a year
MODERATOR:And last but not least
.
Love4Amy:What has been the most valuable thing you learned so far in your
25 year career?
Amy_Grant:wow
.
Amy_Grant:let me think
.
Amy_Grant:Hurt people hurt people
Amy_Grant:and blessed people bless people
Amy_Grant:and lastly
Amy_Grant:in life always remember
Amy_Grant:gracious on the way up, gracious on the way down
MODERATOR:Thanks for joining us today, Amy!
Amy_Grant:This is always fun
Amy_Grant:thanks for having me back!
MODERATOR:Anytime. Enjoy your Mothers Day!
Amy_Grant:Happy Mother's Day :)