Meditated Word for Sunday, Jan 29, 2012

Sunday, January 29, 2012

1 Corinthians2:13-14

"Which things also we speak, not in the words which man's wisdom teacheth, but which the Holy Ghost teacheth; comparing spiritual things with spiritual. But the natural man receiveth not the things of the Spirit of God: for they are foolishness unto him: neither can he know them, because they are spiritually discerned."

Beyond mankind's understanding are the supernatural works and things of God.
Although I can not conceive His full ominiscence, I know His goodness and works are abundantly exceeding human comprehension. Dang! What a mighty God I serve!

  

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JAZZEJR 2/3/2012 7:46AM

AAAAAmen! Report Inappropriate Comment

X5X52000 2/2/2012 11:39PM

Amen to that!!!! Report Inappropriate Comment

LYNN-LOVES-LIFE 1/31/2012 7:18PM

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The Plan...the alternate

Tuesday, January 24, 2012

Tonight, after work, I planned to do the 15 minute ab video from the Jan. Jumpstart Challenge. I know Coach Nicole reserved a spot for me in her studio apartment where she diligently beckons me to join her.
Love it when she starts off with that, "Hey, been waitin' on you, Sonya!" look in her eyes.

(A girl can dream, okay!)

After playing taxi driver to my 8th grader, I returned home to help my 8-year old with homework. Then I heard a voice, unfamiliar exercise guru alter ego, Biff say, "Let's trick our muscles. She's expecting Nicole, so let's give her Biff..." As if Nicole doesn't know what she's doing! The nerve of her!
Since her high-pitched voice aggregates me to no end, I thought, "What the heck? Nicole won't trip about postponing our date!"
So I proceed to do crunches, bicycle crunches, back extensions, and try boxers.
Biff, didn't tell me I'd feel it so soon.

Don't worry Nicole...I'm not letting Biff sidetrack me again, because I WILL see you tomorrow.

Don't tell Biff. She's slightly demented

  

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LYNN-LOVES-LIFE 1/27/2012 12:59PM

Great blog, I love ab workouts, and Nicole is a good workout buddy. Love it! Report Inappropriate Comment

SPARKLE1908 1/25/2012 8:48AM

Tell Biff that I said hi...LMAO.....work it out Soror!!!! Report Inappropriate Comment

FREETHEGODDESS 1/25/2012 1:10AM

Glad to know I'm not the only one with imaginary friends. LOL Good job with the workout. Report Inappropriate Comment

ANGIEINTRAINING 1/24/2012 9:56PM

Great blog! I have so been there. Report Inappropriate Comment

When the Lie is Caught...Uh oh!

Saturday, January 21, 2012

My hubby asked my 8-year-old son if he had homework last night.
My son innocently replied, "No."
Now I know we have high expectations of our children, but we certainly don't condone dishonesty.
So at this point, understand how I felt when I checked his backpack only to discover, whala...the homework! (let's not mention previous completed homework not turned in...)
Of course, I really thought about flying off the handle.

Now how would Heathcliff & Claire Huxtable," The Cosby Show"parents (for you younguns out there) handle this?

Here's how it all went down...
Mom- AJ, why didn't you tell your dad you had homework when he asked you last night?
AJ- (looking up at me with large, innocent eyes- he's good) I'm sorry!
Mom- what is it called when you don't tell the truth?
AJ- lies...(waiting the verdict)
Mom- I await him to reply further...
AJ - Is dad gonna be mad at me?
Mom- He'll be very disappointed and may not trust you for a while. This includes me...
AJ- (disappointed look, with fear)...

After this conversation, I made him do his homework. He's about to write 50 times "I will not tell lies." Usually, we try to let him determine his punishment. We then ask why his choice is appropriate. This may seem unconventional, but it allows children the option of input and understood consequences. When make inappropriate choices, they must deal with the consequences.
Seems fair? What's your take?

  

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SPARKLE1908 1/22/2012 7:16PM

I think you are wonderful parents...I don't have any kids so I can't answer the other part, lol! Report Inappropriate Comment

Funerals...

Saturday, January 14, 2012

Usually, I try to avoid funerals.

Today was an exception.

One of my neighbor's wives died unexpectedly. Don't even think she was ill... Just died.

Here last week.
Buried this week.

It's amazing how we don't usually reflect upon life's values until the birth of a baby or the death of a loved one.

I watched their only child~ a daughter~ grieve with her father. They both seemed alone in their bereavement, yet together physically.

This awkward absence almost felt as if it penetrated within my soul.

Sometimes I think it's a curse to somewhat feel other's pain...

We weren't close but my compassionate heart won't allow me the luxury of distance.

So to my fellow sparkers reading this, I simply say, "Enjoy every moment possible with those you love and around you, because you never know when those people will be gone." Time is precious, so make it all count.
Pun intended...

  

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SPARKLE1908 1/21/2012 10:57AM

Wonderful blog...we all need to do better with our neighbors and family...I'm so sorry for their loss and will send prayers and hugs to you all... Report Inappropriate Comment

AKAFIT 1/19/2012 5:24PM

Soror Sonya, It is always sobering to know that we really have no control over our life or death. I am sorry for your neighbor's loss and only time and God will heal. However, I do applaud you for being neighborly and being compassionate to them in their grief. In today's society how many times do we not even know what is going on in our neighbor's lives? I am guilty of this myself, so it encourages and challenges me to be a part of the community and be there the way God intended for us to be. Love you sweetie. Report Inappropriate Comment

JUICENUT 1/14/2012 7:03PM

Thanks for the sobering reminder. Report Inappropriate Comment

TEENY_BIKINI 1/14/2012 5:24PM

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MCJULIEO 1/14/2012 4:50PM

Such a good reminder for me... I lost a neighbor this year, too, and have neglected to follow-up with true compassion over time for the widow... Not to mention all the others who are still around, who I take for granted every day! Report Inappropriate Comment

DIANNEMT 1/14/2012 4:37PM

You are a compassionate person. Even if you don't know them well, a phone call in a week or so may be a wonderful thing to do. Report Inappropriate Comment

DOOBIE893 1/14/2012 4:26PM

Inspirating blog! Thanks for sharing. Report Inappropriate Comment

CMOMINEE 1/14/2012 4:25PM

I am so sorry that you and the family, they will be in my prayers. Such a poignant lesson that we should not forget, but so often do. Thank you for the reminder. Report Inappropriate Comment

Motivation to Persevere... Conversations with My Mind

Sunday, January 08, 2012

Watching the progress over the past (almost) 2 years has proven to be another
From 167 to 145 has been a serious accomplishment for me.
No, it's not 100, 200, or even 50 pounds like so many of the success stories I've read on this site, but I was stuck for over 6 years at an undesired weight.
That should count for something! Right?

Being unsatisfied with my appearance caused some feelings of insecurity. Some of you can relate.
I used to think, "Why do those who have lost larger amounts of weight get accolades?"

What about the rest of us who had some to lose, but felt just as inadequate or a failure?

Learning so many things about myself has caused me to realize that it's never REALLY about the weight, but HOW I get there in the first place.

I had to the self-destruction and learn to love me for me BEFORE losing weight.

So, with all that said, I will persevere into healthy self-body image, manage stress, and see myself the way God sees me...created in His image.

  

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MRSGOAD 1/16/2012 12:15PM

You definitely deserve the accolades! Love that about how God sees us! So true. I hope we are all able to reach that point! Report Inappropriate Comment

SPARKLE1908 1/9/2012 9:15AM

Amen Soror...you found what is really important with this whole journey...any amount of weight loss is to be celebrated and appreciated by everyone!!! Report Inappropriate Comment

ROOSTER72 1/9/2012 12:48AM

I know where you are coming from. I started at about 71kg (158 lb) and am now down to my goal of 60kg (132 lb). On SP a loss of 26lbs might not seem like much, but it is. In fact, the way I look at it - if I did not adopt this new healthy lifestyle, and start treating me as important - then in 10 years I would have another 20lbs to lose, and in 20 years probably 50lbs more. Being healthy makes me feel better, more energy, more attractive & any number of other benefits. Maintenance does not get you the accolades - people assume its easy - but it is the really challenge for all of us on SP. Good luck with your journey Report Inappropriate Comment

ADVENTURESEEKER 1/8/2012 10:12PM

If one's goal is a loss of weight, whether 5, 50, or 100 lbs, ANY lose should be celebrated!! Way to go on your accomplishment! Report Inappropriate Comment