Mindset Part 3

Today I did something that I never, ever thought I'd do. I had alot of help from the "Father" and believe me if it had not been for him, it wouldn't have happened, EVER.......

If you have something that you "think" is impossible, know that through "Christ Jesus" all is possible.

I have many other hurdles to overcome and with God on my side, I will not fail.



Be Blessed!

Mindset Part 2

It's true, you really are what you "THINK" and if you don't like it, then YOU have to change your thought process..  Trust me, if it were easy and simple I'd be the most positive, optimistic person there were :) 

I love this song and it makes me "Happy", Enjoy... Love you Ledisi..

You can do all things through "CHRIST" who strengthens you, AMEN...

Be Blessed!

Mindset

I've been reading a article " I think myself happy" from Joel Osteen- Hope For Today Magazine. It's a great article and I wish I could miraculously change my negative mindset and think myself into a tranquil, happy state of mind when I'm feeling the complete opposite.

Unfortunately It doesn't happen instantly for me; I may have to read it Several more times, meditate on it Several more times but I know that eventually even "I" will think myself happy!

"This too shall pass"

Be Blessed!

Mother's Day.....

Mother's day is such a special day and for me being a mother has been the most fulfilling part of my life. Unfortunately there's no training guide that can ensure a perfect outcome for the different growing pains however one thing is for sure., if you've done the very best that you can, your kids will love & respect you forever....

Happy Mother's Day!
I love me some Ali Jr. & Jamar Pernell....

Be treated special today even if you have to treat yourself :)> Special Thanks to my hubby for breakfast in bed & beautiful flowers....

Be Blessed!

Happy Birthday to "US"

Today I'm blessed to be able to celebrate another birthday. I was given a special gift on my birthday 25 years ago; not many people can say they gave birth to a child on their birthday. Ok, it was a "Painful" gift but still a gift :)

So.....when things seem to be spinning out of control and every day seems to bring more and more obstacles that you must endure try to remember that on the other side of pain is "JOY". Sometimes it takes longer than we'd like to get to the other side however once you get there, it makes the "Pain" all worth it.

I was blessed with two wonderful young men!


My Life

Be Blessed & Live for Today!

LIVE

Sometimes you need to will yourself out of bed even when your body & mind tells you to stay and today that's exactly what I did and I'm so glad.

I decided to go to the park, I'm sitting on a park bench enjoying the beautiful sunshine and as I sit here, I hear rumbling in the bushes behind me and kids playing at the playground, joggers running, families barbecuing, birds chirping etc... Life in motion :)

Thinking back i remember as a young girl i loved to lye on our driveway with my eyes closed and listen to nature sounds; birds chirping, grasshoppers etc.. I guess that's why I love going to the park and BEACH, those places give me a sense of peace and calm regardless of what's going on with me.

What brings you solitude? (shopping does not count, Lol)

Be Blessed & Happy Easter!

Be Still

I repeatedly tell myself to be "STILL"and cast my cares on Jesus, my Lord and Savior.



Be Blessed!

Random Thoughts

I wonder what it would be like to live and not have a care or worry, to not constantly think about what if, and why or why not. Life is such a mystery that's complex and even entertaining at times with many twists and turns but for the most part "we" ourselves paint our own portrait. Every decision you make in your life is like selecting the type of canvas as it relates to quality of life and in the end, you look at the picture you created and ponder over if you like the image before you.

Be Blessed.....

Exhale

It's been a interesting past couple months and not in a good way :( I started this blog in November as a means of keeping me encouraged and focused on being positive by expecting the best.

Since that time, my health has been questionable to say the least. I've had two car accidents (I'm fine, physically, Lol) Bizarre incidents at work..... Could it be the universe way of testing my endurance or the devil trying to discourage me or both?

Who knows but I'm still on my journey to peace, tranquility, faith, spiritual growth and prosperity so I win :)

Tonight, here's to me having a date night with "ME" to celebrate life..A glass of moscato, (it's one glass) steamed crab legs and a girlie flick:)

I'm learning that you have to celebrate the victories and defeats knowing that in the end you will always be victorious with God on your side

Be blessed & stay encouraged

(add me to your prayer list, Lol)

Mid Week Pick Me Up.....

Kirk Franklin: Before I Die

I love this song, you can't feel anything but "good" when you hear this song. Be sure to pay attention to the lyrics and not just the beat, Lol..

God is so amazing....


Be Blessed!

Staying Focused

It's been a while since I've written anything, been in a little "slump" but no fear I'm still here; Thank God :)






Here's a little inspiration for anyone else that may be in need of a motivational PUSH.....

Obstacles are those frightful things you see when you take your eyes off your goal. ~Henry Ford


Be Blessed.....

MOTIVATION

                                                            
OK, January is almost gone.  My goals were/are to live better, do better......Today, I was reflecting on what I've accomplished thus far with regards to my goals. I determined that I have made a little strive and have done better in a few aspects of my life, but I emphasize "little" :) Every month, I'm going to give myself a personal review in hopes of that keeping me on track.

So, if your Goals-Resolutions were to exercise more, work on self development, read the bible more, be a better friend, spouse, mother, co-worker (employee) or better person in general, here's to Motivation...

"Nothing is impossible, the word itself says "I'm possible"!"

Audrey Hepburn

Be Blessed!

Lean on, trust in, and be confident in the Lord with all your heart and mind and do not rely on your own insight or understanding. In all your ways know recognize and acknowledge him, and he will direct and make straight and plain your paths.

Proverbs 3: 5-6

Advancing in Faith by Pastor Charles Stanley

I heard a great sermon by Charles Stanley today, called "Advancing in Faith".

Building faith brings a "Test" Below are things that pastor Stanley stated that you should do in order to grow your faith.

• Meditate on the word of God (The bible is fuel for our faith)
• Apply principles of God's word
• Observe the ways of God (God uses suffering to strengthen our faith)
• Observe God's work in other people's life
• Obey God and leave all the consequences to him (Do what he says and believe that god will work it out for your good)
• Answered Prayers (Pray with expectations & confidence-you can do anything that God has called you to do)
• Worship
• Confess faith failures (God will not cut you off because you fail-God is a forgiving God)

I'll be referring back to this OFTEN... God wants us to trust him

You can obtain more information on this sermon at www.intouch.org/faith


Be Blessed

"Practice What You Preach"

                                            
                                           


My blog entry is a little long today, but please bear with me :)

Sighing>>>I keep learning the same valuable lesson Over and Over again... You know the saying " you will be given the same repeated test until you pass it..

Here's my story.... I was upset for weeks and just plain Negative about something that I had to do that I just did not want to do; honestly, it was mainly because I was fearful of failure.

Over the past couple weeks, I had created all kinds of doubts, possible problematic scenarios in my mind based upon what I've observed-seen as it relates to the situation.

God says,  "We Walk By Faith, Not By Sight"

2 Corinthians 5:7

What I expected to be a horrible situation was actually a blessing in disguise. I'm now  asking myself, how can I continue to pray for godliness but continue to have little faith.

I always tell my sons, be positive, look on the bright side etc...

Valuable lesson learned; "Practice what you preach"

Will I fail this test again? possibly but I know my faith has Grown.

Mark 11:22-24

New International Version (NIV)

²² “Have faith in God,” Jesus answered. ²³ “Truly^[a] I tell you, if anyone says to this mountain, ‘Go, throw yourself into the sea,’ and does not doubt in their heart but believes that what they say will happen, it will be done for them. ²⁴ Therefore I tell you, whatever you ask for in prayer, believe that you have received it, and it will be yours.



Be Blessed!

Thought this was worth sharing:

There are three kinds of people in the world, the wills, the won'ts and the can'ts. The first accomplish everything; the second oppose everything; the third fail in everything.

Eclectic Magazine

Be Blessed!

A GOOD SELF IMAGE

The below sermon by Joyce Meyer speaks about the importance of a Good Self Image. I really like this snippet because the message incorporates teaching on self love, endurance and patience.
 Enjoy!

Be Blessed!


 

UNIQUENESS

I've never been a social butterfly and/or been the person that everyone just loved and gravitated toward but at one time in my life i wished I were..

Not anymore! I love my corniness and loner persona; I'm a introvert, which is considered "Boring" to most and that's OK :)

I now embrace my uniqueness, it's what makes me, "ME". We all have something about us that others love and admire; we've probably been told but dismissed it because we didn't believe it ourselves.

Accept & Love your uniqueness and everyone that's important to you will too.

Be Blessed!

A Walk in the Park-Serenity

Nice Pictures I took today while taking a stroll in the park.. I'm so proud of myself Lol...

Out with the Old & In with the New (Mindset)

Last year a good friend of mine, gave me "The Everyday Life"Bible-Joyce Meyer Amplified Version and I just love it. I needed some motivation so here's what I read and thought I'd share.

Joyce Meyer- Life Point

God always energizes us to do what he leads us to do. It is only when we go beyond his will to follow our own wills (or other people's desires) that we are likely to get exhausted.

II Corinthians 2:14- God always leads us in triumph, his will is not for us to live defeated, weak lives, he wants us to be more than conquerors (Romans 8:37). His will for us is strength, not weakness; victory, not defeat.

Enjoy.....

Be Blessed......