Thursday, November 19, 2009

         Could it be I'm ready ---- spiritually ready ----- for a drastic and yet gleeful change in my life?

         When we ignore warning signals, they get bigger and bigger until we can no longer ignore them. That's where I am at this moment. Finally, getting it.

         I hope to always be part of this site-wide group of individuals. May God Bless Writing.Com to the extent that it is undeniable and must be professed.

         God bless you as you begin to wind down your work week. I, for one, am thankful for Fridays... always, every week.

         The slave is set free every Friday---to dream, to dance, to laugh and play.

         May God bless my world, my realm of influence, my realm of degradation and humiliation, my realm of understanding and being understood, my realm of wisdom and knowledge --- not only on my behalf but on behalf of those whom You have placed in my path in this world and in the world to come. Amen.
 

Monday, November 16, 2009

         I'm well, and it is well with my soul. Saturday night while feeling depressed, alone and isolated, the Holy Spirit surely whispered in my ear: Make your home a Sanctuary for Me. [Surely I've been watching too many crime dramas and murder mysteries.]

         I cleaned my apartment all afternoon Saturday and am determined to make it a Sanctuary for Him. Surely, this will help me stay focused on Him and make Him feel more welcome in my home.

         May God Bless you with a nice Monday.
 

Saturday, November 14, 2009

         Good morning. May I say the weather is delightful in Saint Petersburg this morning.

         As I listen to the sound of hounds echoing one another, I consider my neighbors. They might well benefit from watching a few episodes of THE DOG WHISPERER... though I won't be the one to tell them so unless a precise, opportune time arises. Otherwise, I might run home licking my wounds. Why are we so often on the defensive? A sign of the times, perhaps?

         Well I have a warm shower awaiting me. Have a very pleasant day.

         May the gong of pride be renounced, confessed, let go; and may the softness of sweet humility cause you to glow in His peace.
 

Wednesday, November 11, 2009 - VETERANS' DAY here in the U.S.A.

         It was nice to be home today... though I've done nothing meaningful, substantial.

         No real threat of a hurricane all year and then bam, bam --- two simultaneous threats. Living along the coast there are familiar nuances that make clear what lurks directly offshore: strong winds and intermittent rains, streaking through an ominously overcast sky.

         No worries. Accustomed --- we instinctively know the difference between a passing storm and a very real threat.

         The one very real threat of obliteration, remained hidden until almost the very last second. It was so close we could have touched --- its hot breath was on my neck. Previously fearless, I prayed for mercy. It veered off-course at the final moment, chasing those who were smart enough to run all the way to Orlando.

         Hope you've had a pleasant day regardless of the weather. May God bless you as you make your way through the remainder of this week.
 

Saturday, November 10, 2009

         Hope you're making your Saturday fabulous... whether cleaning the house with your favorite music motivating you in the background, cutting the grass (or shoveling snow)... whether you're sled riding, skiing, snorkeling, reading, writing, canoeing, kayaking, hiking, mountain climbing, hang-gliding or practicing yoga ---- my prayer for you is that you will enjoy this day to the uttermost. =)
 

Wednesday, November 4, 2009

         My only living grandparent/grandma is 90 years old today. She was born in 1919. If she lives another ten years, she'll be 100. For some reason, I don't think she'll make it that long --- she spends a lot of time in bed these days; and though she's stubborn, it appears she has given up on this life.

         Happy Birthday, Grandma Ruby!
 

Sunday, November 1, 2009

         Though I have nothing to hide and by the grace of God speak only the truth, sometimes the truth is offensive.

         I offended someone in "my blog" --- neither purposely, nor with menace... I apologize.
 

Tuesday, October 27, 2009

         What an uneventful, yet productive start to a new work week. My boss is out-of-town until Friday... so I'm attempting to catch up before his big return.

         I'm well. My family is well. There is a new baby coming in through my son-in-law's brother and his recent bride. =)
 

Sunday, October 17, 2009

         Is it Sunday already? The older I get the faster time travels... or so it seems.

         I trust everyone is having a nice weekend. The weather is beautifully cool here in Florida. The weather channel had us at 68 degrees yesterday afternoon. I considered closing the windows... but then figured the fresh air was nice since we're closed up down here so much because of the heat. I opted to put on my warm house-shoes and house-coat instead.

         They say your blood thins after you leave in a hot climate for awhile. I believe it. I never considered 68 degrees cold when I lived in Ohio aka God's country. =)

         Take care of yourself and keep on pressing through. Your blessing is coming.
 

Friday, October 16, 2009

         Today was another hectic day at the office --- a lot of running in circles, with minimal accomplishment. Still it was a good day.

         I'm looking forward to a cooler, relaxing weekend... amidst a few household chores and trips back and forth to my gym.

         I hope I gain acceptance into the Poetry Classes to which I applied through A.C.E. - writers' group of excellency.

         I'm also anxious to get a book from the library so that I can start reading in preparation for the 10-20-09 book club.

         Take care and have a fanastic weekend.