Pam Kumpe writes a weekly inspirational newspaper column for the Bowie County Life – Texarkana Gazette in East Texas. She is the host of “Permission to Have Fun” a radio show filled with fun, faith and encouragement, with the idea of rejoicing in the Lord, even when life seems out of tune.

She is the author of “See You in the Funny Papers” a Bit of Good News, with stories to make you smile and reminders to pray & play while loving the Lord. This book is a fun and encouraging experience endorsed by Gov. Mike Huckabee.

Invite her to speak, and you’ll notice she often carries an oversized ice cream cone, challenging everyone to taste and see that the Lord is good.

She loves her dog Macy, a miniature schnauzer who has no idea she is a pet. But then again, Pam doesn’t think her dog is — a dog. Shh…don’t tell her!