My disclaimer--I don't like bugs, insects, etc...If its not human or an approved "simply that" pet...I am not going to like...
So this past Thursday I had an unwelcomed visitor. I was in my bathroom brushing my teeth and happened to glance over to my right and sitting on the counter next to my lint roller was this four-legged creature thing. I didn't take a good look at it or try to determine if it was dead or alive. I immediately just finished brushing my teeth, grabbed my belongings and left the house completely. I got in my car and headed to work. On my way to work I called my daddy who lives in another state and told him, "so there is a four-legged something or the other in my bathroom". He replies "is it dead or alive? its more than likely a lizard and its probably dead." I said, "daddy, this is me, I didn't stand around to figure out what it is or if it is alive. I just need it gone before I get home tonight". He laughed and said "don't worry if it is alive it will be gone if its dead it will welcome you back home."
So I went through my day and forgot about my little visitor in my bathroom. Later that evening, I returned home and went to my bathroom to check what happened throughout the day. And to my surprise the unwanted visitor was still there, I was somewhat relieved that it was dead. But now I had another problem on my hand. How am I going to get it out of my bathroom. So I call my daddy again, and said "I have good news and bad news, which would you like first:?" He replies, "the good news". I said "ok, so the bad news, is the four-legged thing is still here. The good news is that it is a dead lizard" We both laugh and then I asked "umm daddy, how do I get it out my bathroom?" He laughed and told me he would tell my mom to remove it when she got home from work. I told him thank you and that he needs to come back home so he can take care of this issues for me.
So now my mom gets home, and she asks me where is this dead lizard of yours...I don't show her I just tell her where in the bathroom to look. She looks at me and says "you are so ridiculous, I am not disposing of that, you need to do it". So, what do I do? That's right folks, I call my daddy again and whine "She won't throw it away, daddy help" So again he tells my mom to get rid of it for me. My mother marches into my bathroom and as she picks up the dead lizard and flushes it down the toilet she annoyingly says "you are an adult, have a masters degree, have a job and have a boyfriend and you can't kill a bug or get rid of a dead lizard" I said "that is a correct. That is why I have a daddy and a boyfriend. They do the killings and disposing of". She looked at me shook her head and said "that's so ridiculous" and walked away. LOL!!!!
Thanks mommy for being so kind to get rid of my dead unwanted lizard....and thanks to my daddy and boyfriend for being so kind to kill and dispose of my unwanted "frienemies/visitors".
Saturday, August 27, 2011
Saturday, August 20, 2011
God is with us
This morning in my time with God, I read this short story and thought I would share it with you...Hope it touches you or helps you out as it did me. God bless....
Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make your paths straight. Proverbs 3:5,6..
We were driving from New Jersey to Canada when we stopped on the Pennsylvania Turnpike to get something to eat. My best friend, her husband and newborn baby were taking my daughter and me to my hometown where we would hold a memorial service for my husband who had died unexpectedly the week before. We were all grief stricken and not thinking clearly, so it wasn't until we approached the border crossing into Ontario, Canada, that we realized my friend's purse had been left behind in the restaurant.
I had carried her purse into the restaurant and in my state of mind had forgotten it on the way out. Everything important was in her purse: money, credit cards, all of her ID, including her passport and driver's license. Since her 8-week old son didn't have a birth certificate yet, the physician's letter verifying his parentage was also in the missing purse.
We were at least four hours from the restaurant where we'd left the purse and about an hour away from our destination, having traveled more than 12 exhausting hours with my 10-month-old daughter and the newborn infant. The thought of heading back to find the purse was unbearable.
We drove up to the immigration officer and explained what had happened. At the very least, I expected we'd be detained while they made phone calls to verify our story. But we were immediately admitted entry into Canada. We were stunned. As soon as we crossed into Canada, I began making phone calls. Using a receipt from the ATM at the restaurant, I was able to get the name of the town where we had stopped. Directory assistance gave me the phone number of the restaurant. We called. They had found the purse! When the purse reached us a few days later, everything was there; the money, credit cards, everything!
When I look back to this incident, it seems incredible. Sometimes in the midst of the worst times of your life, God gives you signs to assure you that He is still with you. If we choose to acknowledge that God has a plan for our lives, that there are no coincidences, we will be able to see His love for us. God will always find a way to let us know He is present and He cares for us--we just have to pay attention.
Written by Melodie Homer
Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make your paths straight. Proverbs 3:5,6..
We were driving from New Jersey to Canada when we stopped on the Pennsylvania Turnpike to get something to eat. My best friend, her husband and newborn baby were taking my daughter and me to my hometown where we would hold a memorial service for my husband who had died unexpectedly the week before. We were all grief stricken and not thinking clearly, so it wasn't until we approached the border crossing into Ontario, Canada, that we realized my friend's purse had been left behind in the restaurant.
I had carried her purse into the restaurant and in my state of mind had forgotten it on the way out. Everything important was in her purse: money, credit cards, all of her ID, including her passport and driver's license. Since her 8-week old son didn't have a birth certificate yet, the physician's letter verifying his parentage was also in the missing purse.
We were at least four hours from the restaurant where we'd left the purse and about an hour away from our destination, having traveled more than 12 exhausting hours with my 10-month-old daughter and the newborn infant. The thought of heading back to find the purse was unbearable.
We drove up to the immigration officer and explained what had happened. At the very least, I expected we'd be detained while they made phone calls to verify our story. But we were immediately admitted entry into Canada. We were stunned. As soon as we crossed into Canada, I began making phone calls. Using a receipt from the ATM at the restaurant, I was able to get the name of the town where we had stopped. Directory assistance gave me the phone number of the restaurant. We called. They had found the purse! When the purse reached us a few days later, everything was there; the money, credit cards, everything!
When I look back to this incident, it seems incredible. Sometimes in the midst of the worst times of your life, God gives you signs to assure you that He is still with you. If we choose to acknowledge that God has a plan for our lives, that there are no coincidences, we will be able to see His love for us. God will always find a way to let us know He is present and He cares for us--we just have to pay attention.
Written by Melodie Homer
Simple acts of kindness..pay it forward...
I was reminded of a valuable lesson on Wednesday. In my neighborhood, garbage is collected on Wednesday. Anyway, I was still home when the garbage collector/truck came to the house. So, I grabbed a cold bottle of water from the refrigerator and took it to the driver. She replies "thank you, you just made my day." As I walked back into the house I thought about her statement "You made my day". I didn't do anything extravagant or out of the ordinary. I just figured since its a hot day, and she is subjected to a smelly truck, the least I could do was give her a cold water bottle. I am not telling you this to brag but to say its the little things that matter.
How many times have you felt like you had the best day because someone smiled at you? Or gave you roses/flowers/chocolate, etc? Or because you got a hug? It wasn't the outrageous things that made your day extra special. Although those things make the day a delight. However, its the simple, thoughtful things that warm your heart and touch the soul.
What act of kindness have you done lately for someone? Have you touched a life? Think about simple things to do for people and see how it changes their day or even yours. It could be as simple as lending a pen, sharing a smile, giving a hug, offering a ride, helping a friend/elderly clean. It doesn't have to be time consuming, expensive or grandiose. Visit a friend in the hospital, cook a meal for someone, write a letter/note.
My challenge to you my dear reader is to "pay it forward". Try to do at least one kind deed a day, don't do it expecting a gift, or a thank you in return. Do it because you know it would make someone feel special or brighten their day. When someone does something kind for you, thank them and spread the wealth. For example, you ran out of money so a friend gave you a few bucks to get whatever it is that you needed, however, while leaving the store you see an elderly man struggling to put the groceries in the car, spend a few seconds helping him out....That my friend is paying it forward and a simple act of kindness...
Have fun making a difference in the life of someone else...
Friday, August 19, 2011
Strength
There is nothing you cannot do as long as you walk in the Spirit. In order to accomplish what is set before you it is imperative that you follow My leading instead of trying to fulfill the lusts of your flesh. If you will do this, there is no power of darkness too big to overcome and nothing too daunting that you cannot gain the victory over. Put your faith, hope and trust in Me, says the Lord, and you will not be disappointed.
Philippians 4:13: I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.
Philippians 4:13: I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.
Thursday, August 11, 2011
Need a Laugh? Long Ranger versus Tonto
I needed a laugh and decided to share it with you...
The Lone Ranger and Tonto stopped in the desert for the night. After they got their tent all set up, both men fell sound asleep. Some hours later, Tonto wakes the Lone Ranger and says, "Kemo Sabe, look towards the sky. What do you see?" The Lone Ranger replies, "I see millions of stars." "What that tell you?" asked Tonto. The Lone Ranger ponders for a minute then says, "Astronomically speaking, it tells me there are millions of galaxies and potentially billions of planets. Astrologically, it tells me that Saturn is in Leo. Time wise, it appears to be approximately a quarter past three in the morning. Theologically, it's evident the Lord is all-powerful and we are insignificant. Meteorologically, it seems we will have a beautiful day tomorrow. What's it tell you, Tonto?" Tonto is silent for a moment then says, "Kemo Sabe, you dumber than buffalo. It tells me someone stole tent".
The Lone Ranger and Tonto stopped in the desert for the night. After they got their tent all set up, both men fell sound asleep. Some hours later, Tonto wakes the Lone Ranger and says, "Kemo Sabe, look towards the sky. What do you see?" The Lone Ranger replies, "I see millions of stars." "What that tell you?" asked Tonto. The Lone Ranger ponders for a minute then says, "Astronomically speaking, it tells me there are millions of galaxies and potentially billions of planets. Astrologically, it tells me that Saturn is in Leo. Time wise, it appears to be approximately a quarter past three in the morning. Theologically, it's evident the Lord is all-powerful and we are insignificant. Meteorologically, it seems we will have a beautiful day tomorrow. What's it tell you, Tonto?" Tonto is silent for a moment then says, "Kemo Sabe, you dumber than buffalo. It tells me someone stole tent".
Tuesday, August 9, 2011
You love me anyway
Have you ever felt that you aren't good enough to be loved? Or that you made a mistake that was unforgivable? Or you have a past that you are ashamed of? Do you have an STD? Or Tattoos you wish you never got? Have you lost friends, loved ones because of something you did or said? Do you feel lost and confused? Hurt and dejected? Or simply that no one loves you or that you are alone?
IF you answered yes to any of those questions or have other emotions to add to the list...I want to encourage you with a few words...I know it may be hard to understand/grasp or accept but despite how you are feeling and what you have done in life, there is One who loves you anyway. His name is Jesus. He is always there for you and is ready to forgive you and carry you when you need to be carried. He is there to help you when you need, to talk to, and so much more. He is there waiting for you with open arms just ready to grab you when you hold out your hands to Him. If you would like to learn more about it...please let me know and I will share more with you.
In the mean time here are the words to one of my favorite songs by the Sidewalk Prophets, its called You love me anyway..
The question was raised as my conscience fell a silly little lie it didn't mean much but it lingers still in the corners of my mind
Still You call me to walk on the edge of this world to spread my dreams and fly but the future's so far my heart is so frail I think I'd rather stay inside
But You love me anyway its like nothing in life that I've ever known You love me anyway Oh Lord, how You love me? How Your love me?
It took more than my strength to simply be still to seek but never find all the reasons we change the reasons I doubt and why do loved ones have to die?
But You love me anyway its like nothing in life that I've ever known You love me anyway Oh Lord, how You love me? How Your love me?
I am the thorn in Your crown, but You love me anyway. I am the sweat from Your brow, but You love me anyway. I am the nail in Your wrist, but You love me anyway. I am Judas' kiss, but You love me anyway.
See now, I am the man that called out from the crowd for Your blood to be spilled on this earth shaking ground. Yes, then I turn away with this smile on my face with this sin in my heart tried to bury Your grace.
And then alone in the night, I still called out for You. So ashamed of my life, my life, my life
But You love me anyway, oh, God, how You love me?
But You love me anyway its like nothing in life that I've ever known You love me anyway Oh Lord, how You love me? How Your love me?
You love me, You love me, You love me, You love me...How You love me? How You love me? How You love me...
I hope you find some hope and encouragement today....
IF you answered yes to any of those questions or have other emotions to add to the list...I want to encourage you with a few words...I know it may be hard to understand/grasp or accept but despite how you are feeling and what you have done in life, there is One who loves you anyway. His name is Jesus. He is always there for you and is ready to forgive you and carry you when you need to be carried. He is there to help you when you need, to talk to, and so much more. He is there waiting for you with open arms just ready to grab you when you hold out your hands to Him. If you would like to learn more about it...please let me know and I will share more with you.
In the mean time here are the words to one of my favorite songs by the Sidewalk Prophets, its called You love me anyway..
The question was raised as my conscience fell a silly little lie it didn't mean much but it lingers still in the corners of my mind
Still You call me to walk on the edge of this world to spread my dreams and fly but the future's so far my heart is so frail I think I'd rather stay inside
But You love me anyway its like nothing in life that I've ever known You love me anyway Oh Lord, how You love me? How Your love me?
It took more than my strength to simply be still to seek but never find all the reasons we change the reasons I doubt and why do loved ones have to die?
But You love me anyway its like nothing in life that I've ever known You love me anyway Oh Lord, how You love me? How Your love me?
I am the thorn in Your crown, but You love me anyway. I am the sweat from Your brow, but You love me anyway. I am the nail in Your wrist, but You love me anyway. I am Judas' kiss, but You love me anyway.
See now, I am the man that called out from the crowd for Your blood to be spilled on this earth shaking ground. Yes, then I turn away with this smile on my face with this sin in my heart tried to bury Your grace.
And then alone in the night, I still called out for You. So ashamed of my life, my life, my life
But You love me anyway, oh, God, how You love me?
But You love me anyway its like nothing in life that I've ever known You love me anyway Oh Lord, how You love me? How Your love me?
You love me, You love me, You love me, You love me...How You love me? How You love me? How You love me...
I hope you find some hope and encouragement today....
Sunday, August 7, 2011
Life
Life isn't about keeping score. It's not about how many people call you and its not about who you've dated, or dating, or haven't dated at all. It isn't about who you've kissed, what sport you play, or which guy or girl likes you. It's not about about your shoes or your hair or the color of your skin or where you live or go to school. In fact, it's not about grades, money, clothes, colleges that accept you or not, or the college that you attend or attended. Life isn't about if you have lots of friends, or if you are alone, and it's not about how accepted or unaccepted you are. Life just isn't about that.
But life is about who you love and who you hurt. It's about how you feel about yourself. It's about trust, happiness, and compassion. It's about sticking up for your friends and replacing inner hate with love. Life is about avoiding jealousy, overcoming ignorance and building confidence. It's about seeing people for who they are and not what they have. It's about choosing to use your life to touch someone else's life in a way that could never have been achieved otherwise. Most of all, its about your relationship with God. Live the life, God wants you to live. These choices are what life's about.
We get preoccupied with so many things in life, that at the end of the day when we playback our day we realize it just doesn't matter..We place value in the nonessentials...We keep searching for this and for that, rather than being content with what we have. Life is short and despite it all we all have things life to be thankful for...
Make each day count.
But life is about who you love and who you hurt. It's about how you feel about yourself. It's about trust, happiness, and compassion. It's about sticking up for your friends and replacing inner hate with love. Life is about avoiding jealousy, overcoming ignorance and building confidence. It's about seeing people for who they are and not what they have. It's about choosing to use your life to touch someone else's life in a way that could never have been achieved otherwise. Most of all, its about your relationship with God. Live the life, God wants you to live. These choices are what life's about.
We get preoccupied with so many things in life, that at the end of the day when we playback our day we realize it just doesn't matter..We place value in the nonessentials...We keep searching for this and for that, rather than being content with what we have. Life is short and despite it all we all have things life to be thankful for...
Make each day count.
Saturday, August 6, 2011
Marriage
This year so far has been the year of engagements and weddings...Several of my friends and people I have recently met are getting married or have gotten married in the last few months or in weeks to come. So it got me thing on some questions...For those of you who are married or engaged maybe you can shed some light on these questions...and for those of you who aren't feel free to add your opinions as well.
When is the right time to get married? Is there a certain/perfect age? Why should or shouldn't one get married? How do you know that the person you are in a relationship with is the one you are to marry? What are some things one should consider before making such a huge decision in life? How long should one date before getting engaged and/or married? How do you deal/face the battle of you know the one you are with is the one to marry but the outside world tells you no, not at all? How long should the engagement process be? Oh there are so many more questions to such a broad but narrow topic...
For those of you who have gotten married or getting ready to be married in the near future...I want to say congratulations. I pray for the best of the best and that the Lord will be with you guys each step of the way and blesses your relationship. I hope your life with your significant other will be filled much love, joy, happiness, peace and blessings that the both of you deserve...Don't forget to pray and keep God first and above all enjoy the journey/experience...
When is the right time to get married? Is there a certain/perfect age? Why should or shouldn't one get married? How do you know that the person you are in a relationship with is the one you are to marry? What are some things one should consider before making such a huge decision in life? How long should one date before getting engaged and/or married? How do you deal/face the battle of you know the one you are with is the one to marry but the outside world tells you no, not at all? How long should the engagement process be? Oh there are so many more questions to such a broad but narrow topic...
For those of you who have gotten married or getting ready to be married in the near future...I want to say congratulations. I pray for the best of the best and that the Lord will be with you guys each step of the way and blesses your relationship. I hope your life with your significant other will be filled much love, joy, happiness, peace and blessings that the both of you deserve...Don't forget to pray and keep God first and above all enjoy the journey/experience...
Where will this lead me?
Due to my sister/best friend coaxing I am finally creating a blog. I am not sure where or how I will formulate or take this...But this will definitely be a journey and an experience. My overall hope for this blog though is to help myself and/or my fellow readers to take a moment to press pause and take a break, a moment....Sometime these moments and breaks will be thought provoking, sometimes it will bring tears and/or laughter,and sometimes it will hopefully bring you closer to God..Where ever or whatever emotion/thought that is evoked, I hope that by the end of that moment we were able to just breathe and relax. Please feel free to leave questions or comments on my postings as well as suggestions of what you would like to see posted...Enjoy your moment.....
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