Taking on the task Thursday

Thursday, June 10, 2010

I am truly grateful that we have a God who gives second chances. The impact of what we do in our lives can make or break people. I am grateful for the role models that I looked up to and the positive mark they left in my life and how I may try to emulate that. My Mom always taught me to be loyal, to honest and to be courteous. You never know what you say or how your actions are viewed by those watching you.

I stayed after work one day last week for about 45 minutes because a fellow co-worker wanted someone to hear him out, he need to vent and was feeling very frustrated with life. I was tired, hot and sticky and the bugs were biting and I just wanted to climb into my car and drive home. No, I gave him my undivided attention, listened, empathized, and offer suggestions for help. Although he is not a believer of Christ, I prayed silently for him that he will develop a personal relationship with God, chose my words carefully as to not to sound "preachy", pointing out the error of his ways and just let my Christ light shine. I am still reminded of that conversation last week and remember that it is not about us, it is about serving the kingdom

  

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BEVPRESLEY 6/10/2010 11:26PM

Good for you. Sometimes people just need someone to listen. It is obvious you are respected and trusted, even if you are the new kid on the block. He has great plans for you. Report Inappropriate Comment

Learning about what God has for me...

Wednesday, June 09, 2010

I am learning about what God has for me is just for me. I can't look at what the person on the left or the person on the right may have, I have to look forward and keep my eye on the prize for the high calling.

I came across a powerful quote yesterday. "When we blame, we give away our power". I thought that was so profound. Instead of moaning and complaining about how life is unfair or why can't I get a break, I have to knuckle down and thing of His goodness and what He has done for me. I have to count my blessings, my victories and learn from my mistakes. Sometimes I blow it with my caloric range for the day or I screw up my budget. I step back, take a deep breath and get refocused. I ask God daily to use me for His glory, to let my Christ light shine. I know I am this close to my miracle and I thank God in advance for His bountiful blessings!

  

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PHYNIXX 6/10/2010 8:12PM

You are so right in your statement that what God has for you is for YOU!! I repeat that often throughout the day to remind myself that even though I may not be able to see what God has instore for me, that I must trust in Him and know that whatever He has planned for me, I will receive it in due time. Thanks for posting a confirmation for me!! Report Inappropriate Comment

SERENEMOM71 6/10/2010 9:40AM

You are so right. Accepting responsibility is so important just as keeping our focus on God. Thanks for reminding us of that! I continue to pray for and think of you. God blesses you to be a blessing to me and to others. Love, your sister in Christ, Amy L. Report Inappropriate Comment

GRANDMAKELLIE 6/10/2010 8:23AM

Wonderful!!! i'm listening to Bob Ricci's Heart of the Father right now. You are so right about not looking to our left or right but focusing on Him and His plan for me!! thank you for reminding me of that! Report Inappropriate Comment

BEVPRESLEY 6/9/2010 7:56PM

I, too, love to read your BLOGS. They are a true bright spot in my day. Thanks for being such a positive influence. Report Inappropriate Comment

DEBBIEANNE1124 6/9/2010 3:11PM

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NATURALLYME21 6/9/2010 2:54PM

Thank You for the beautiful words. My heart is has been filled with a great word of God. You are truly blessed. I love reading your blogs, they are a true blessing!!! Report Inappropriate Comment

-PAULA 6/9/2010 2:25PM

Beautiful. Thanks for posting. Report Inappropriate Comment

REDHATLADY9 6/9/2010 2:24PM

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WLLMS62 6/9/2010 2:07PM

I believe to be truly healthy you have to include God in your life. My favorite passage of scripture is Philippians 3. Paul says forgetting what is behind and reaching forward to what is ahead. Keep up the good work. Report Inappropriate Comment

MICHELLERN75 6/9/2010 1:10PM

Wonderful blog post! Great advice! Report Inappropriate Comment

Making headway Tuesday

Tuesday, June 08, 2010

I am making an effort to focus 0n the positive in my life, to dream big and do possibility thinking. In the past, I have always put limits on myself, sabotaging my success, felt incapable of grabbing onto that brass ring. I am learning to take it one day at a time, lift the barriers off and use the resources I have available to me. Life is a learning experience, a journey and I am equipping myself with tools to continue learning

Downsizing, living below my means is not a bad thing. In fact it is very much welcomed in my life today. I am looking forward to putting the pieces of the puzzle together and honing my craft in this world God created for me and everyone else.

We have not because we ask not, I pray for clarity and focus of thought, to treat others with kindness, to show empathy when needed and to be the very best productive member of society I can be!

  

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KNH771 6/9/2010 12:14PM

I'm working on downsizing a bit too. It's a challenge, but I think it will be worth it. Report Inappropriate Comment

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Being Grateful

Monday, June 07, 2010

Last month I decided not to concentrate so much in getting points and being on line so much and scaled back my computer time. I still was able to earn over 1000 points on spark to my surprise!

I am grateful to my Spark family for all of the supportive comments made on my blog. I make it a point to write something every day for the most part. It has been my therapy, especially since my Mom's passing. I am just amazed that folks want to read what I write I am on a journey in life learning each and every day. This transistion has had its bumps along the way, but I am trudging along, focusing on the positive.

I am grateful for my My Dad, My StepMom, My Sisters and My Aunts, Uncles and Cousins. Family is important to me and without their emotional support, I don't know where I would be today. I am grateful for my extended family, my friends and co-workers.

Truly, to God be the Glory

  

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KIMBEEJ16 6/7/2010 10:58PM

Don't be surprised that people want to read your blogs....I don't always comment, but I subscribe and read every one of them. You open your heart and your faith and honesty shine through. It's amazing how a group of strangers can come together to grieve, laugh, complain, pray, and share their lives with each other. I know I am uplifted and encouraged by my spark friends every day...just knowing there are others out there like me...with the same struggles and temptations, as well as the same joys and faith...helps me more than you know. We are a community unto ourselves. It sounds like you have many loving people in your life...you are truly blessed. Kim Report Inappropriate Comment

DEBBIEANNE1124 6/7/2010 8:38PM

Smiles at her grateful friend. I'm grateful for you. Debbie Report Inappropriate Comment

REDHATLADY9 6/7/2010 1:52PM

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Being Grateful

Monday, June 07, 2010

Last month I decided not to concentrate so much in getting points and being on line so much and scaled back my computer time. I still was able to earn over 1000 points on spark to my surprise!

I am grateful to my Spark family for all of the supportive comments made on my blog. I make it a point to write something every day for the most part. It has been my therapy, especially since my Mom's passing. I am just amazed that folks want to read what I write I am on a journey in life learning each and every day. This transistion has had its bumps along the way, but I am trudging along, focusing on the positive.

I am grateful for my My Dad, My StepMom, My Sisters and My Aunts, Uncles and Cousins. Family is important to me and without their emotional support, I don't know where I would be today. I am grateful for my extended family, my friends and co-workers.

Truly, to God be the Glory

  

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SERENEMOM71 6/7/2010 11:42PM

You are doing great. Losing a parent is so hard. Recently, my husband lost both his parents within a 9 month period. He never really did grieve and is paying the price for it physically. I'm glad that you are able to talk about things so openly. Remember that I pray for you daily. You are blessed to be a blessing to me and to others! Love, your sister in Christ, Amy L Report Inappropriate Comment

CRYSTALFLAIZ 6/7/2010 9:55PM

What a beautiful blog. Your doing great.Sorry to hear your Mom had passed away. Report Inappropriate Comment