I am a jealous woman! I have friends who are dear to me, but I would love to have some friends I could really let loose with!
I'm thinking of the friends in the movie Mama Mia! They not only were available with a shoulder to cry on, but they also did funny things with each other, laughed and let loose with fun! I have the caring friends I can call on for most any emergency. I've been praying for the let loose kind of friends.
The problem with this whole matter is that most people don't know that I want to let loose! Most people see me as serious and "deep!" Well, I am that , but I also like to clown around a bit and it might take a friend to really help me to explore that side of me.
I am keeping my eyes open and I am waiting for that fun friend to come along and share life with a bit of flare! Could you be that friend for me or someone else you know?
Tuesday, February 17, 2009
Monday, February 16, 2009
Creativity
I believe that every person has some creativity hidden within his/her makeup. Yes, I do think it is found in every person.
Creativity need not be limited to the arts or literature. It should include any new thought (or old) that is expressed in a new and unique way. Yes, there are those who seem to think in new ways naturally. I have seen people who say they have no creativity use their own abilities to complete a task or present an idea in an unusual way. It comes to mind those who build the buildings that the artist has drawn. Without the builders the architect only has a lovely picture. We need the creation of all . Creativity lives in us because our maker is a creator! We are made to be like Him. We create because He creates.
Our creativity does have limits but His does not! The Creator created the universe and stepped back to see its wonder and beauty and called it good because it came from Him who is good! I share that same delight when I join Him in creating something beautiful or meaningful.
I would like to see all people acknowledge their creative sense. I want to see everyone use the gifts within them, not for their own pleasure only, but for the delight and good of all! It is good for us to join our Creator in creating
Creativity need not be limited to the arts or literature. It should include any new thought (or old) that is expressed in a new and unique way. Yes, there are those who seem to think in new ways naturally. I have seen people who say they have no creativity use their own abilities to complete a task or present an idea in an unusual way. It comes to mind those who build the buildings that the artist has drawn. Without the builders the architect only has a lovely picture. We need the creation of all . Creativity lives in us because our maker is a creator! We are made to be like Him. We create because He creates.
Our creativity does have limits but His does not! The Creator created the universe and stepped back to see its wonder and beauty and called it good because it came from Him who is good! I share that same delight when I join Him in creating something beautiful or meaningful.
I would like to see all people acknowledge their creative sense. I want to see everyone use the gifts within them, not for their own pleasure only, but for the delight and good of all! It is good for us to join our Creator in creating
Friday, February 13, 2009
Anticipation
What do you expect from your loved ones on Valentines' Day? do you anticipate a romantic day filled with sweet words, scents and tastes? Or is your anticipation on of disappointments and loneliness?
The good news is that if you have the right attitude neither of the extremes will be your Valentine holiday. I say it is good news because February 14th is just another beautiful day given to us to love one another, but our love is not the fading love of notes, flowers and candies. It is the everlasting love of God. when we are part of the body of Christ our standard of loneliness is not the same as the world. We can celebrate a love holiday even if we do not have a "significant other. "
BTW who really wants to be or to have a "significant other?" I'd much rather have a friend, a honey, a lover, or some other tender hearted and touching title.
The bottom line is that whoever you meet tomorrow, you can share the love that is in your heart with them. February 14th is your day to offer love because you have been given the greatest of love in Christ Jesus!
Happy Valentines' Day!
The good news is that if you have the right attitude neither of the extremes will be your Valentine holiday. I say it is good news because February 14th is just another beautiful day given to us to love one another, but our love is not the fading love of notes, flowers and candies. It is the everlasting love of God. when we are part of the body of Christ our standard of loneliness is not the same as the world. We can celebrate a love holiday even if we do not have a "significant other. "
BTW who really wants to be or to have a "significant other?" I'd much rather have a friend, a honey, a lover, or some other tender hearted and touching title.
The bottom line is that whoever you meet tomorrow, you can share the love that is in your heart with them. February 14th is your day to offer love because you have been given the greatest of love in Christ Jesus!
Happy Valentines' Day!
Thursday, February 12, 2009
Love Notes
Valentines' Day is a huge day for the greeting card industry. Little children give cards to everyone they know. As we grow older our list is much shorter but more intense. Sending a love note is a sweet way to restate or announce our feelings towards a person. I like to keep special love notes and revisit them once in awhile. For this reason our love notes should be written with great care and thoughtfulness.
A simple "I love you" can be expressed in many ways. Thinking of the recipient is always the best way to proceed with our choices. We can be funny or serious, romantic, or direct. Whatever words we choose we should ask ourselves, "What do they want to hear?" Putting ourselves in their shoes will help us better communicate our feelings to them.
Love note should not be a last minute after thought, so it is time for me to get busy with mine! Hope you have a lovely time writing to your love like I will!
A simple "I love you" can be expressed in many ways. Thinking of the recipient is always the best way to proceed with our choices. We can be funny or serious, romantic, or direct. Whatever words we choose we should ask ourselves, "What do they want to hear?" Putting ourselves in their shoes will help us better communicate our feelings to them.
Love note should not be a last minute after thought, so it is time for me to get busy with mine! Hope you have a lovely time writing to your love like I will!
Wednesday, February 11, 2009
Love List
I received an email with Love List questions. It was fun and challenging to think about the answers I had. What foods do I love, to what do I love most about myself were the types of questions I pondered.
I think the whole idea of loving things versus people was the point the author tried to make. The list included more questions about the things we say we LOVE than it did about the people we love. Interesting that we even say we love this food or that kind of car. In all of that sort of thinking don't we belittle the truth of what love is and what God Himself meant it to be? Maybe, and maybe not.
God is love. I believe this is true, not only because God's word says it is true but also because I have experienced Him as love. He is the reason we experience love in the world and our relationships.
Researching the word LOVE has given me some insight into why we would love our food or our house or other material possessions. It seems that people have used the word LOVE to say that the person or thing that we love gives us pleasure. We give worth, affection and acceptance to that which we love, but we withhold our favor if they do not give us pleasure.
We are so unlike God in that way! He loved us even when were were still turned against Him. Because He is LOVE He could do nothing other than love us. We, on the other hand, have a choice. We are not forced into love when that is not who we are. We can choose to love or hate.
To choose love is to choose God. Choosing love is not always easy for us fallen creatures. We struggle to make the right choice, but when we do, it is a God experience. The choice is ours. Gods' love is always available if we choose to live a life of love.
I think the whole idea of loving things versus people was the point the author tried to make. The list included more questions about the things we say we LOVE than it did about the people we love. Interesting that we even say we love this food or that kind of car. In all of that sort of thinking don't we belittle the truth of what love is and what God Himself meant it to be? Maybe, and maybe not.
God is love. I believe this is true, not only because God's word says it is true but also because I have experienced Him as love. He is the reason we experience love in the world and our relationships.
Researching the word LOVE has given me some insight into why we would love our food or our house or other material possessions. It seems that people have used the word LOVE to say that the person or thing that we love gives us pleasure. We give worth, affection and acceptance to that which we love, but we withhold our favor if they do not give us pleasure.
We are so unlike God in that way! He loved us even when were were still turned against Him. Because He is LOVE He could do nothing other than love us. We, on the other hand, have a choice. We are not forced into love when that is not who we are. We can choose to love or hate.
To choose love is to choose God. Choosing love is not always easy for us fallen creatures. We struggle to make the right choice, but when we do, it is a God experience. The choice is ours. Gods' love is always available if we choose to live a life of love.
Tuesday, February 10, 2009
Legacy
Yesterday I read an article about the legacy we are given and the legacy we ourselves leave. It challenged me to think about what I've been given from those who have influenced my life and contemplate what kind of legacy I want to leave to those whose lives I have a part.
I have been keenly aware that I have been given a treasure from my parents in that I have learned to love learning. Being a life-long learner is a legacy that I also hope to hand down to my children and grandchildren and anyone else who comes into my life. I hope I will impress upon them the love of exploration, investigation and discovery of the wonderful world God has created for us.
The love of the arts is deeply rooted in my life and the lives of my family. Color, shape, sound and movement all delight my senses and touch my soul. If I can bring that delight into others I will be leaving a legacy of beauty.
The most important legacy I can think of to leave to others is an awareness and love of God. Putting God first in my life and loving him with all my heart and soul and strength is the grand prize of what I can offer others. My life should daily reflect my belief , trust, and love of my Creator, Savior, Friend and soon coming King.
My life, filled with God, beauty, and learning is my legacy to be handed down to whomever will accept the gift. My prayer is that my legacy will be handed down through many generations!
What is your legacy?
I have been keenly aware that I have been given a treasure from my parents in that I have learned to love learning. Being a life-long learner is a legacy that I also hope to hand down to my children and grandchildren and anyone else who comes into my life. I hope I will impress upon them the love of exploration, investigation and discovery of the wonderful world God has created for us.
The love of the arts is deeply rooted in my life and the lives of my family. Color, shape, sound and movement all delight my senses and touch my soul. If I can bring that delight into others I will be leaving a legacy of beauty.
The most important legacy I can think of to leave to others is an awareness and love of God. Putting God first in my life and loving him with all my heart and soul and strength is the grand prize of what I can offer others. My life should daily reflect my belief , trust, and love of my Creator, Savior, Friend and soon coming King.
My life, filled with God, beauty, and learning is my legacy to be handed down to whomever will accept the gift. My prayer is that my legacy will be handed down through many generations!
What is your legacy?
Sunday, February 8, 2009
Hearts and Flowers
This week everyone will be thinking ahead to next Saturday, Valentine's Day. It can be an exciting day for some couples and for others it can be a lonely, sad day. How should this day be celebrated? For what was St. Valentine known?
I remember from my Catholic school days that Valentine sent love notes while he was in prison. He wanted people to know the love of God. It was not just for couples. His message was for all people.
Maybe this year we can follow St. Valentine's example and send some love messages to the lonely, the hurting and the needy along with those we love so much. Let's share God's love with the world.
I remember from my Catholic school days that Valentine sent love notes while he was in prison. He wanted people to know the love of God. It was not just for couples. His message was for all people.
Maybe this year we can follow St. Valentine's example and send some love messages to the lonely, the hurting and the needy along with those we love so much. Let's share God's love with the world.
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