Good morning! Fresh start for the week (buzz) and gearing up for a new month. I love September!
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My imperfections and failures are as much a blessing from God as my successes and talents. ~ Mahatma Gandhi
Monday, August 31, 2009
Sunday, August 30, 2009
Good morning! August 30, 2009
Good morning! Going to enjoy being who I am today! I am thankful for how I was made. Psalm 139:14. Have a beautiful day 
Thursday, August 27, 2009
Good morning! Thursday, August 27, 2009
Good morning! Made a lot of head way with humility yesterday (the power of prayer!)..Now for some physical productivity (back to painting)
Wednesday, August 26, 2009
Good morning! Wednesday, August 26, 2009
Good morning! WOW! My mind is so full right now. SO glad for a time of fellowship and prayer tonight.
Tuesday, August 25, 2009
Good morning! Tuesday, August 25, 2009
Good morning! To become more humble, I've got to shed more pride...
Monday, August 24, 2009
Facebook post - Shifting worry
Worry is like using your imagination in a negative way. Going to stay focused, positive and real today.
Sunday, August 23, 2009
Are you a slow-cooking frog?
That is the imagery that has stuck with me all day after the message at church today and the point I have been reflecting on in all areas of my life.
The reference is to the fact that if you put a frog into hot water it will jump right out, but if you put the frog into a pot of cold water on a low flame and slowly heat the water, the frog will not notice until it is too late, resulting in one cooked and rubbery frog (I am not sure if they stew well).
In what areas of my life have I been slowly cooking myself and lowering my reaction to the danger of its heat? I can see that there have been some exposures that I know brings a jaded response on my part, but that I have tolerated. If I continue to to tolerate what I know I don't like will it eventually become tolerable? Likable even? So I will put back up my standard instead of lowering and say "No more!" It's not that I don't flinch every time I am exposed, I just know that I am not comfortable with reaching the point at which the flinch is gone. Where else have I let the water slowly get warm and dropped in my reaction time. Nutrition! Am I ever thankful that my body's response to foods that are not so good for you overrides what I am willing to tolerate. I had recently lowered my standard when it comes to eating healthy foods and have taken in a portion of foods that a year ago I may have shuddered at. Why? Because I began saying "It's just one.....it's just one....ok, just one....it's not that bad.....it tastes really good" And the end result: My body got MAD and rebelled against the food and the way I was eating. My health and resistance went down and I got SICK! I took that warning that the water was getting too hot and climbed out, but sluggishly, especially after being "half-cooked".
It's almost like the Godfather when he gets shot MULTIPLE times before he finally dies. How many shots will I allow to hit me before my guard is completely gone and I start to shut down. How many crass conversations and jokes do I have to hear before I start telling them? How much spoonfuls of dirt do I have to add to my glass of water before I get mud? And do I want to find out the answers or do I consider the water too hot to even get into? If I see a pot sitting over a cooking element, I should get the hint that before long that water will be hot enough to cook something...am I going to climb in? Ephesians 5:3-7 says "...there must not be even a hint of...", so let me see the water as too hot and not even consider getting into the pot. Let me keep my response sharp and alert and keep my eye on living a life focused on the hope set before me. No slow-cooking for me thanks.
The reference is to the fact that if you put a frog into hot water it will jump right out, but if you put the frog into a pot of cold water on a low flame and slowly heat the water, the frog will not notice until it is too late, resulting in one cooked and rubbery frog (I am not sure if they stew well).
In what areas of my life have I been slowly cooking myself and lowering my reaction to the danger of its heat? I can see that there have been some exposures that I know brings a jaded response on my part, but that I have tolerated. If I continue to to tolerate what I know I don't like will it eventually become tolerable? Likable even? So I will put back up my standard instead of lowering and say "No more!" It's not that I don't flinch every time I am exposed, I just know that I am not comfortable with reaching the point at which the flinch is gone. Where else have I let the water slowly get warm and dropped in my reaction time. Nutrition! Am I ever thankful that my body's response to foods that are not so good for you overrides what I am willing to tolerate. I had recently lowered my standard when it comes to eating healthy foods and have taken in a portion of foods that a year ago I may have shuddered at. Why? Because I began saying "It's just one.....it's just one....ok, just one....it's not that bad.....it tastes really good" And the end result: My body got MAD and rebelled against the food and the way I was eating. My health and resistance went down and I got SICK! I took that warning that the water was getting too hot and climbed out, but sluggishly, especially after being "half-cooked".
It's almost like the Godfather when he gets shot MULTIPLE times before he finally dies. How many shots will I allow to hit me before my guard is completely gone and I start to shut down. How many crass conversations and jokes do I have to hear before I start telling them? How much spoonfuls of dirt do I have to add to my glass of water before I get mud? And do I want to find out the answers or do I consider the water too hot to even get into? If I see a pot sitting over a cooking element, I should get the hint that before long that water will be hot enough to cook something...am I going to climb in? Ephesians 5:3-7 says "...there must not be even a hint of...", so let me see the water as too hot and not even consider getting into the pot. Let me keep my response sharp and alert and keep my eye on living a life focused on the hope set before me. No slow-cooking for me thanks.
Good morning! Sunday, August 23, 2009
Good morning!! Ready to start a new day full of new possibilities .
Wednesday, August 19, 2009
Good morning! Wednesday, August 19, 2009
Good morning! Sealing grout and finishing some painting and then we are sinks away from fully functioning bathrooms hehe.
Monday, August 17, 2009
Good morning! Monday, August 17, 2009
Good morning!! Had a great day yesterday and getting the jump on being productive today...off to make some grout .
Sunday, August 16, 2009
Good morning! Sunday, August 16, 2009
Good morning! Still on the road of cleansing....almost back to "full" health.... 2 Corinthians 7:1
(NIV - "
Therefore, since we have these promises, dear friends, let us purify ourselves from everything that contaminates body and spirit, perfecting holiness out of reverence for God." )Wednesday, August 12, 2009
Good day! Wednesday, August 12, 2009
Good day! Started my seasonal dietary adjustment early....immune boosting and cleansing at the top of my mind ...off for a nap
Monday, August 10, 2009
Good morning! Monday, August 10, 2009
Good morning! Thanks for keeping it raw God....you got me wide open!
Sunday, August 9, 2009
Eager for things to grow
This morning the boys ran to the kitchen to see the little creatures they put in water last night and observe how much they have grown. According to the instructions, they get to see over the next few days, how much these creatures will grow.
It made me think how in myself, I am eager to see things grow. The flowers in the garden, the kids, and myself, are all things I check for growth. I even observe the people around me to see how they have changed or move towards the goals they desire. I can say that I am eager to see things grow to where they want to be. Kids want to be bigger and taller and stronger, flowers send buds in hopes to produce a bloom, and for myself, I set goals with the intent on achieving them.
With all things that grow, time is always a factor. The boys know that over the next 3 days they get to observe the growth and they are being patient, because their goal is to see how big these creatures can grow and they know how long it's going to take. Do I wait patiently, knowing that it takes time to grow, to see the result of my goal? Have I given my goals and desires a proper time line or do I just think of the finished product and expect it done right away? Are my goals based on real time and real expectations of those around me or am I not taking into full consideration what it takes to get what I want?
So as I go into my day, I am looking forward to giving my goals more thought and time so I can see them grow into the hopes and dreams that I have. I will observe with patience and proper attention and action to help them to get to where they need to be....grown ;).
It made me think how in myself, I am eager to see things grow. The flowers in the garden, the kids, and myself, are all things I check for growth. I even observe the people around me to see how they have changed or move towards the goals they desire. I can say that I am eager to see things grow to where they want to be. Kids want to be bigger and taller and stronger, flowers send buds in hopes to produce a bloom, and for myself, I set goals with the intent on achieving them.
With all things that grow, time is always a factor. The boys know that over the next 3 days they get to observe the growth and they are being patient, because their goal is to see how big these creatures can grow and they know how long it's going to take. Do I wait patiently, knowing that it takes time to grow, to see the result of my goal? Have I given my goals and desires a proper time line or do I just think of the finished product and expect it done right away? Are my goals based on real time and real expectations of those around me or am I not taking into full consideration what it takes to get what I want?
So as I go into my day, I am looking forward to giving my goals more thought and time so I can see them grow into the hopes and dreams that I have. I will observe with patience and proper attention and action to help them to get to where they need to be....grown ;).
Good morning! Sunday, August 9, 2009
Good morning! Going to the park today to worship God and love up on my family. Have an encouraging and inspired day!
Wednesday, August 5, 2009
Good morning! Wednesday, August 5, 2009
Good morning! I didn't have the best sleep, but I am rested and ready to go! Today will be an encouraging day
Tuesday, August 4, 2009
Good morning! Tuesday, August 4, 2009
Good morning! Off to plan out the day. What's your plan look like?
Good morning! Tuesday, August 4, 2009
Good morning! Off to plan out the day. What's your plan look like?
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