Testimonials

My neighbor lost her husband very suddenly. She was devastated and very alone. When I read about your loss and how you were dealing with it, I quietly took your book to my friend, thinking you spoke the words that I was unable to speak. She returned the book and wrote, “Cathy spoke my words, as well as totally captured the devastation I feel.” Thanks for sharing your story — I was grateful to have your words for her. (Bloomington, Indiana)

This morning I recommended your books to one of our clients in Virginia. These wonderful books are going to be everywhere. (Kingston, Tennessee)

It’s all your fault! I purchased two of your books this morning. I have finished the first and am halfway through the second. It is about 4:00 a.m. and I am still wide awake. You can now add “Doctor of Laughter Medicine” to your awards and accomplishments. (Blairsville, Georgia)

Cathy’s telling of her life story and the insights gained from the trauma and grief of the death of her husband are engaging. The purpose of her sharing is to connect with the lives of people in her audience. We feel her pain because it is familiar. In the sharing is the healing. You will enjoy Cathy Lee Phillips and you will grow by knowing her. (Atlanta, Georgia)

I loved your book Gutsy Little Flowers. My daughter-in-law loaned me her copy to read. “Jonquils in a Fruit Jar” really touched my heart. Thanks for all you are doing. Keep it up! (Snellville, Georgia)

Silver in the Slop is easy for busy people to read because each selection is short enough to read as a break between chores — and the spiritual lessons are a quick pick-me-up. (Greenville, South Carolina)

I just had to let you know how much I enjoyed Gutsy Little Flowers. It was so inspiring. I would be crying about one of your stories then, all of a sudden, you would have me in stitches. It was a wonderful experience to read your book. (Newnan, Georgia)

Silver in the Slop is a book to be read slowly, very slowly, relishing each line, then reflecting for a couple of days on each of the readings. That’s how I am reading and that’s how I would recommend other folks read this masterpiece. (Nashville, Tennessee)

I would love to know about your future women’s conferences because I know they must be wonderful! I loved hearing you at annual conference and enjoyed many belly laughs as I read your book Aging, Ailments, and Attitudes! Several friends have borrowed the book but because you signed it, it will stay in my permanent library. (Atlanta, Georgia)

I want you to know — there have been speakers, speeches, talks, etc., in my life. Know — with much honesty and love — I’ve never been more completely enveloped in all these others than I have yours. I read the intro and first two presentations last night. Pink roses will be even more precious to me now. (Gainesville, Georgia)

I have been reading your books this morning and have tears running down my face both from the laughter and from the sweet, sweet sadness conveyed in each book. I intend to share your stories with others, and do hope that we can get you to conduct our Ladies Retreat. (Chamblee, Georgia)

I believe you have many and varied gifts for ministry you will find opportunity to use for the sake of God’s Kingdom. Already we see that you are making a tremendous impact. (Wilkesboro, North Carolina)

I really admire the way you find God’s presence and life lessons in each challenge that comes . . . Your sharing of yourself in your writing is really a great gift, and I’m sure that gift touches all who read your books. (Dahlonega, Georgia)

We live in a world that NEEDS more people like you. Even though it is obvious you have been through much adversity, God has given you the ability to still shine! Keep up the good work! (Bennettsville, South Carolina)

It must be something in the water in Newnan for two great people to have been born and raised there. I am referring to you and one of my Heroes, Lewis Grizzard. I read all of his books and cried when Lewis was called home. Both of you through your books make me laugh and cry and feel very humble and good about myself. Keep up the good work for me and Lewis. Please send me a copy of anything you publish and I will pay whatever the cost. You have a new fan for life. (Atlanta, Georgia)

I wanted to tell you how blessed I was to have met you. Your book is very inspiring. I laughed and cried all at the same time. There were some things I could relate to with my own experiences in life. It was in God’s plan for me to have met you. (Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania)

My wife came home from the Minister’s Spouse Retreat singing your praises and carrying Silver in the Slop. I sat down and read it from cover to cover. It’s an excellent book and I’ve already shared the very first chapter with my staff for a devotional. They loved it! You always have had a wonderful sense of humor and a brilliant way of expressing yourself. Thanks for sharing it in this way. (Duluth, Georgia)

What a wonderful night we had. Cathy Phillips is fantastic! Everyone fell in love with her. She was so in tune with our ladies and what they have gone through. The Holy Spirit was present in her presentation, thrilling our ladies as well as staff and volunteers. We want her to come to our church again! (Dacula, Georgia)

The world needs more stories such as yours, more motivational and inspiring speakers and musicians that can lift us with a word and give us a glimpse of the hope that sustained them (and you) through crisis after crisis. (Nashville, Tennessee)

I’m sitting in my kitchen looking at a bouquet of “jonquils in a fruit jar” and praying for you and your ministry. I’ve always enjoyed my jonquils coming up in the winter, but this year they mean more than ever! (Chesterfield, Missouri)

Thank you for speaking at our church. And thank you for the comfort and inspiration in the three books I so wisely purchased that day. (Cornelia, Georgia)

One of my Mom’s favorite books was Gutsy Little Flowers. Mom died in February after a long illness, and as I held her hand I told my Dad, Uncle, and our Pastor that she was a “gutsy little flower.” Her beauty was delicate and simple just like those daffodils. For her funeral, friends in Mom’s Sunday School class gathered all the newly-blooming daffodils they could find and prepared huge and beautiful, simple arrangements of daffodils, no bows or any other flower. Whenever I see daffodils each February, I’ll always remember my “Gutsy Little Flower Momma.” With gratitude for your gift. (Rome, Georgia)

Thank you for your delightful books! The contents make me laugh and cry . . . I know that more volumes are inside you and I will be waiting. (Gulf Breeze, Florida)

I loved Aging, Ailments, and Attitudes! I was off the day it arrived and I sat down outside on the patio and read the whole thing that afternoon without stopping. I really think you have a great thing here. The stories are priceless. (Newnan, Georgia)

What a great book. Your humor and love for the Lord come through so clearly. I hope you’ll keep writing. Let me know when you have a book-signing. I’d love to come. (Tucker, Georgia)

I read your book with my daughter, Clarissa. She especially enjoyed reading it. She would tell me, “Mom, let me read you this story because it is so funny!” Any book that can hold Clarissa’s attention must be a good book. Clarissa’s favorite story is “The Bra Of My Dreams.” She can relate to that story as we all can. (Wichita, Kansas)

Many thanks for your message . . . I enjoy reading your books and will probably read them several times before putting them down. (Dalbo, Minnesota)

I have just returned from attending your wonderful retreat. I just wanted you to know how much I enjoyed meeting you and how much laughter you brought back into my life. My daughter has enjoyed me reading your stories at night to her . . . We have shared lots of laughs. Thanks for being such an honest, caring person who struggles with us. (Lawrenceville, Georgia)

Cathy, my sister in Christ, I thank you for the way you are winning souls for Christ. Keep up the good work. May our Father in heaven bless you always. (Rome, Georgia)

Cathy’s gift of writing shows in her knack for discovering deep spiritual truths in seemingly ordinary events. She will give you insight into discovering both hilarity and strength in your own circumstances. (Atlanta, Georgia)

My daughter and I both fall asleep with books in our hands. Silver in the Slop has seen many nights that it was slept on, tossed and turned on, and eventually kicked to the floor, so you know it’s a good book if it looks like that. (Lexington, Kentucky)

Just wanted to say hello and thank you for coming up north and making a world of different in my life. Every day I think about you and the stories of your own life. The stories you told seem to make it easier for me on those days that are rough on me. I knew the moment we met that we would become friends for life, bonded by faith. (Maumee, Ohio)

I have finished my book on Gutsy Little Flowers and I'm starting on Silver in the Slop. I had to flip over and read about the Almond Joy. That is me up and down! It brought a lot of humor to the office this morning as several of us are trying the Weight Watcher program. I have your picture on my nightstand and one in my reading area and I pray for you each time I see your smiling face. You are loved by so many that come in contact with you. You leave a lasting impression on everyone. (Knoxville, Tennessee)

Again Cathy Lee Philips wowed our group. Our annual women's retreat was a success again this year due to Cathy. She is wonderful and we would recommend her for any group. Please use us as a reference. We love her!! (Alpharetta, Georgia)

Thank you for your wonderful, sweet, down-to-earth personality you have allowed the Lord to develop in you. You have blessed me SO much. (Birmingham, Alabama)

Our program “GIRL TALK” WAS WONDERFUL. I have had nothing but wonderful reflections and comments. They liked everything! Your work is just what was needed — something we could all relate to, with the challenge to see each other as family — the family God gives us — and to support each other in our good times and in our “slop.” Your humorous presentation relaxes folks and allows them to listen and your openness to just be who you are allows them to do the same. Thank you for giving up your day (on a holiday weekend!) and coming our way. Your ministry is just what the doctor ordered for the day and I can’t tell you enough how appreciative we are! (Lawrenceville, Georgia)

Way to go, Cathy . . . What an inspiration you are, not just to me but to so many you don’t even know. . . See what your stories do! (Cleveland, Tennessee)

Know that you have made a difference in 100s of people’s lives in ways you may never know. But I know you made a difference in my life and I thank you for that. Keep being on the cutting edge. (Pigeon Forge, Tennessee)

Cathy sure has a great attitude about life, and when she doesn’t, she finds something positive in all the simplest things. I’m sure she doesn’t know how she has inspired people through her books, but I do love to hear her stories. She has taken one of the most tragic happenings and turned it into a positive situation for herself and many others. I am going to try to start looking at the glass as half-full. (Lexington, Kentucky)