As I journey through another transition in my life, I continue to give honour, thanks, and praise to my heavenly Father. Even when I don't always know or understand the circumstances that seem out of my scope of comprehension, I trust in He that sustains me. I allow His righteousness and goodness to guide my path and rely on my faith to continue to carry me through. I've come too far to turn back now and I know that with each trial; there is an equal or greater triumph.
I truly believe that there is nothing I can't do without Him and whatever He has ordained in my life; it will come to pass. The Bible says, "you have not because you ask not...". Well, I have because I do ask and I do pray, and I do believe. I am forever grateful that there is someone in my life who'll be there night or day; good or bad; right or wrong. My way is His way as best I can because no matter what I am a sinner, but I am a saint each time I stand strong, seek forgiveness, and strive to be and do better. My life has been a series of opportunities missed and taken; however, the latter reigns supreme because I put God into what I do.
I am 49 days away from my next new year and as I am in the closing phase of my old year, I look back with pride as I see the growth; the increased potential; the improved confidence; the exacting of things I've proclaimed for myself; the spiritual wealth I've gained; and the happiness that manifests in my life. Love for myself; for my family/friends; for my life is infinite and I truly rest in the words that "no weapon formed against me shall prosper".
Each day I rise is another reason to celebrate. Each day I live is another reason to be thankful. Each day I can touch another life affirmatively means, I'm honouring Jesus' death for my salvation. Each day I can share His word, means my faith has multiplied. There is not a day that I am not grateful. There will not be a day where I will not give thanks.
With transition, comes the responsibility to utilize each and every experience and make your life count.
So, today I share my gratitude first and foremost with my heavenly Father and then to all those who are in my life and those who'll cross my path.
The following came from my Daily Word...
I am grateful!
Starting the day in gratitude, my first prayer is Thank You, God! I am grateful for beauty and love, for surprises and excitement, for friendship and community, and for the presence of God in all.
Even if I may be going through a challenging experience, I am grateful, for I know that good will come from it. Will I learn of inner strength that I didn't know I had? Will I gain a renewed appreciation for my life and the people in it?
I am grateful for my present circumstances, for I know they offer opportunities for growth. I thank God for the life I have been given and the life I am creating by seeing the good in all that comes before me.
"Let us come into his presence with thanksgiving."--Psalm 95:2
Live to love; love to live!
27 July 2009
22 July 2009
from 0 to 60
As I sat here feeling a little apathetic, uninspired, and a little out of it, I decided to clean out some files on my computer and as I did, I came across something that left room for pause and suddenly energized me back into the vibrant frame of mind I typically have. It's funny how when you're feeling un or under inspired, all it takes is a little nudge to put you back on track.
Hope you enjoy this...even though I do not recall how I got it or where it came from, so whomever the author is of this; I apologize for not being able to give due credit...
You can’t be where you won’t go.
Perseverance will be the vehicle to victory.
Having a dream is only half the equation. You must put your dream into action.
Writing is a craft that not only takes practice but plenty of patience.
Networking is the key in seeing your purpose come to fruition.
Stay hungry. There is always room for improvement.
Passion is a force that can bring about change if applied.
Purpose and passion are synonymous.
Discover and rediscover the hidden treasures of your heart.
Writing is a tool that can set any mood and entice the reader to travel with you,
regardless of content.
Printed words on paper should be as effective as if you were speaking at the podium to thousands.
Destiny desires that you mentor and support others in the area of passion you are pursuing, those above and below.
Love to live; live to love!
Hope you enjoy this...even though I do not recall how I got it or where it came from, so whomever the author is of this; I apologize for not being able to give due credit...
You can’t be where you won’t go.
Perseverance will be the vehicle to victory.
Having a dream is only half the equation. You must put your dream into action.
Writing is a craft that not only takes practice but plenty of patience.
Networking is the key in seeing your purpose come to fruition.
Stay hungry. There is always room for improvement.
Passion is a force that can bring about change if applied.
Purpose and passion are synonymous.
Discover and rediscover the hidden treasures of your heart.
Writing is a tool that can set any mood and entice the reader to travel with you,
regardless of content.
Printed words on paper should be as effective as if you were speaking at the podium to thousands.
Destiny desires that you mentor and support others in the area of passion you are pursuing, those above and below.
Love to live; live to love!
16 July 2009
Love does not kill; people do!
In light of the recent deaths; Steve McNair and Arturo Gatti, it's clear to me that there is a blatant disregard for love and the person's comprehension of it. People are running around doing all kinds of heinous things in the name of love, but love does not kill; people do. Love is not some ugly tyrant out to hurt people; love is the purest of all emotions; however, the most easily an readily abused emotion. More often than not love has become profane like a 4-letter word and it's sad; so very sad.
I've always said, "the word and deed go hand in hand or that words without action are just words." This applies especially to those who are out there cheating and carrying on in the name of love, but aren't living in the essence of love. The writing is on the wall and there are so many out there that need a to have a Come to Jesus Meeting to get a case of "get right".
Love is something we all need and we all need to share in order to receive. Love is not something to be squandered, ill-applied for personal gain, or to be used as a tool/weapon. Love is something we all want and desire and we must plant the seed in order to reap the reward of it. The scripture says it all. Reflect on it and utilize it to its fullest.
Let us not love in word or in tongue, but in deed and in truth —1 John 3:18
Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It is not rude, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs. Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth. It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always preserves.-- 1 Corinthians 13:4-7
When you see someone in need,
Love demands a loving deed;
Don’t just say you love him true,
Prove it by the deeds you do. —Sper
Check out this link for some additional reading Listen for Love
I've always said, "the word and deed go hand in hand or that words without action are just words." This applies especially to those who are out there cheating and carrying on in the name of love, but aren't living in the essence of love. The writing is on the wall and there are so many out there that need a to have a Come to Jesus Meeting to get a case of "get right".
Love is something we all need and we all need to share in order to receive. Love is not something to be squandered, ill-applied for personal gain, or to be used as a tool/weapon. Love is something we all want and desire and we must plant the seed in order to reap the reward of it. The scripture says it all. Reflect on it and utilize it to its fullest.
Let us not love in word or in tongue, but in deed and in truth —1 John 3:18
Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It is not rude, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs. Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth. It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always preserves.-- 1 Corinthians 13:4-7
When you see someone in need,
Love demands a loving deed;
Don’t just say you love him true,
Prove it by the deeds you do. —Sper
Check out this link for some additional reading Listen for Love
15 July 2009
Read this, voice your concern, and be aware; very aware of your actions
I was over at Oh Hell Nawl and came across a sad, but ABSOLUTE MUST READ post.
Please make time to check it out and please share your concerns/opinions on the story either on here or on the OHN site.
Real Talk
Please make time to check it out and please share your concerns/opinions on the story either on here or on the OHN site.
Real Talk
14 July 2009
Love's Divine
I've waited all my life for the love of my life to walk in and one day he did. There he was standing there in his deep caramel visual splendor and it was love at first sight. It's a feeling that is unexplicable and there is absolutely nothing I could ever compare it to. Fortunately for me, the feeling was mutual and it was the making of one intense, absolute, perfectly (at least perfect for us) formed, serendipitous, fate-driven, and passionate relationships we'd ever had. Sadly, all things that glitter aren't always gold, and we spent the next 14 years in one still intense, but bittersweet relationship.
Talk about hills and valleys, rollercoasters, and other such adjectives to describe the complexities of well placed, but often untimely relationship; however, the love that existed between us never went away in spite of whom we were with. Denial was never a factor in what did or didn't happen between us; it was more a fear on his part that I would somehow change from the woman he'd fallen for to some other woman once he was in the relationship. Given that I've not changed; at least for the worst in 14 years, he really didn't have anything to fear except his own vulnerability in letting go once and for all.
After honest, open, continual, and forthright conversations, we've finally come to the place where we started all those years prior. The intense feelings; the passion; the connection; and the love is even more solid than ever and we're finally; not just on the same page, but in the same sentence. Love is patient and it is kind; and the due dilligence paid has now paid off. Love's Divine is what I'm feeling and it's more stronger and powerful than the bionic and woman combined.
Time has been the true testiment to this story and right now I'm experiencing what it means to love to live; live to love and man does it ever feel good.
Love to live; live to love!
Talk about hills and valleys, rollercoasters, and other such adjectives to describe the complexities of well placed, but often untimely relationship; however, the love that existed between us never went away in spite of whom we were with. Denial was never a factor in what did or didn't happen between us; it was more a fear on his part that I would somehow change from the woman he'd fallen for to some other woman once he was in the relationship. Given that I've not changed; at least for the worst in 14 years, he really didn't have anything to fear except his own vulnerability in letting go once and for all.
After honest, open, continual, and forthright conversations, we've finally come to the place where we started all those years prior. The intense feelings; the passion; the connection; and the love is even more solid than ever and we're finally; not just on the same page, but in the same sentence. Love is patient and it is kind; and the due dilligence paid has now paid off. Love's Divine is what I'm feeling and it's more stronger and powerful than the bionic and woman combined.
Time has been the true testiment to this story and right now I'm experiencing what it means to love to live; live to love and man does it ever feel good.
Love to live; live to love!
the blessings of random acts
I took the day off today because I wanted to. I wanted to share time with someone and not have to wait for the weekend to do it. The simple pleasures were enacted and exacted and the weather; not to hot or cold; added another wonderful component to it all.
For those of you who haven't used all your vacation or leave time, please take some time off to kick back and enjoy. You don't always need a plan or something to do; just take some time for yourself or to spend with someone special.
I wish I could tell you how wonderful this day has been and have you see the smile that still sitting on my face. I'm thankful for days like this when I can give thanks and enjoy nature in its infinite splendor.
Oh, and Maxwell's new CD on repeat...oh my!
Love to live; live to love! (I damn sure am!!!)
For those of you who haven't used all your vacation or leave time, please take some time off to kick back and enjoy. You don't always need a plan or something to do; just take some time for yourself or to spend with someone special.
I wish I could tell you how wonderful this day has been and have you see the smile that still sitting on my face. I'm thankful for days like this when I can give thanks and enjoy nature in its infinite splendor.
Oh, and Maxwell's new CD on repeat...oh my!
Love to live; live to love! (I damn sure am!!!)
13 July 2009
wow! just wow!
A long-standing prayer has been answered and I have to give thanks, honour and glory to my heavenly Father for knowing the needs of my heart and acting in my favour. It took years of praying, hoping, and patience, but God never acts before it's time.
I feel blessed beyond measure right now. I've had a smile pasted on my face all morning. I feel His presence in and around me and man does that ever feel good. Transitions are beautiful things when you embrace the opportunities and times of change in your life.
I may not have a lot of things, but my wealth in life is great and nothing can compare to that measure of prosperity. My well spring is full and runneth over and my abundance is exceeding to me, my life, and those I share it with.
In the words of the song, "...it is well with my soul..."
Have an amazing day blog family; make it count always; in ALL ways!
Love to live; live to love!
I feel blessed beyond measure right now. I've had a smile pasted on my face all morning. I feel His presence in and around me and man does that ever feel good. Transitions are beautiful things when you embrace the opportunities and times of change in your life.
I may not have a lot of things, but my wealth in life is great and nothing can compare to that measure of prosperity. My well spring is full and runneth over and my abundance is exceeding to me, my life, and those I share it with.
In the words of the song, "...it is well with my soul..."
Have an amazing day blog family; make it count always; in ALL ways!
Love to live; live to love!
09 July 2009
love to live; live to love
I was reading my Daily Bread this morning and this part of the reading really jumped out at me and I had to post it...
"...We sometimes need a reminder that acquiring “things” is not nearly as important as appreciating the people God has placed in our lives..."
Love is never afraid of giving too much.
In light of the recent deaths whether they've been by natural cause or otherwise; we have to recognize the fragility of life and people. We must always be thankful for what; but moreso whom with have in our lives and give full appreciation to first our heavenly father and then to those he has blessed us with.
Today, take some time out of your day to call someone and tell them how much you love them and how thankful you are for not just having them in your life; but what their presence means to you.
To those who are both new and old to Is It Just Me, I thank you for showing an interest in my humble blog and I do truly appreciate each of you for giving feedback, for your encouragement, inspiration, and even those who've challenged my words. Each of you have given me something and I humbly and fully appreciate that.
Have a blessed and fruitful day.
Love to live; live to love!
"...We sometimes need a reminder that acquiring “things” is not nearly as important as appreciating the people God has placed in our lives..."
Love is never afraid of giving too much.
In light of the recent deaths whether they've been by natural cause or otherwise; we have to recognize the fragility of life and people. We must always be thankful for what; but moreso whom with have in our lives and give full appreciation to first our heavenly father and then to those he has blessed us with.
Today, take some time out of your day to call someone and tell them how much you love them and how thankful you are for not just having them in your life; but what their presence means to you.
To those who are both new and old to Is It Just Me, I thank you for showing an interest in my humble blog and I do truly appreciate each of you for giving feedback, for your encouragement, inspiration, and even those who've challenged my words. Each of you have given me something and I humbly and fully appreciate that.
Have a blessed and fruitful day.
Love to live; live to love!
02 July 2009
happiness is...
...having a great spiritual foundation; unconditional faith, and a God who'll never let me down
...having some of the most amazing friends a girl could ever ask for.
...having family that even when you're not together; you're together
...knowing that loving myself enough to not compromise my emotional integrity
...having a daughter who brings the ultimate joy to my life
...knowing that doing things with purpose and intent will serve me well
...allowing myself to live and live well
...knowing that the truth is always the best way to be and live
...taking a leap of faith could be the best move ever made
...not allowing negativity to be welcomed into my life or my home
...being strong enough to both love and to let go
...welcome the newness each day brings
...taking comfort knowing that there is still goodness in the world
...the musical statements that speak when my own words elude me
...being able to accept the body I live in doesn't have to be what society dictates
...being or getting hurt isn't always a bad thing because there was a lesson to be learned in spite of the pain
...taking chances is another way of spreading my winds
...life's journey is best enjoyed when you're able to take some detours
...appreciating, being grateful, being prayerful, loving, sharing and caring
...saying what you mean and meaning what you say
...hearing the word, but having the deed to punctuate
...knowing I can and do make a difference
...knowing to forgive and ask for forgiveness
...not being afraid to say, "I'm sorry"
Have a fantastic weekend. Love yourselves and share that love with all those who are important to you.
Love to live; live to love!
...having some of the most amazing friends a girl could ever ask for.
...having family that even when you're not together; you're together
...knowing that loving myself enough to not compromise my emotional integrity
...having a daughter who brings the ultimate joy to my life
...knowing that doing things with purpose and intent will serve me well
...allowing myself to live and live well
...knowing that the truth is always the best way to be and live
...taking a leap of faith could be the best move ever made
...not allowing negativity to be welcomed into my life or my home
...being strong enough to both love and to let go
...welcome the newness each day brings
...taking comfort knowing that there is still goodness in the world
...the musical statements that speak when my own words elude me
...being able to accept the body I live in doesn't have to be what society dictates
...being or getting hurt isn't always a bad thing because there was a lesson to be learned in spite of the pain
...taking chances is another way of spreading my winds
...life's journey is best enjoyed when you're able to take some detours
...appreciating, being grateful, being prayerful, loving, sharing and caring
...saying what you mean and meaning what you say
...hearing the word, but having the deed to punctuate
...knowing I can and do make a difference
...knowing to forgive and ask for forgiveness
...not being afraid to say, "I'm sorry"
Have a fantastic weekend. Love yourselves and share that love with all those who are important to you.
Love to live; live to love!
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