Dear God when I am troubled there is no one to go to but you, for no one understands me, or loves me unconditionally like you. You created me, love me, accept me, no matter what. You also guide me as no one else can, for you are the light and the way. You understand what I cannot. You see answers where I see only confusion. Help me not so much understand but to accept. Help me harbor no bitterness but to release everything into your hands. Show me the way, Dear God.
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Monday, January 5, 2015
No Accidents
There are no accidents in bringing events into our lives as well as people. It is up to us how we react to them and the opportunities they present us with because we have free choice. We can choose to ignore them or embrace them. If we allow ourselves to be open to what God sends us then we become truly blessed for we are living according to His will and God enriches us more than we can possibly achieve for ourselves.
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Judgements
I will not permit any man to narrow and
degrade my soul by making me hate him,
or to harbor any bitterness toward him
in my interrelations with other people.
A rattlesnake, if cornered, will become
so angry it will bite itself. That is
exactly what the harboring of hate and
resent against others is... a biting
of oneself. We think that we are harming
others in holding these spites and hates,
but the deeper harm is to ourselves. I
try always to do right... simply because
I feel it will astonish most people...
every time I see you, you accuse me of
some new hurt against you and not all
the kindness I have shown, the asking
for your friendship, or giving you love
will change your mind about me because
you want to believe I am as bad as the
rest. That way it makes it okay to
treat me with hurt in return. I have
always found so much goodness in you
that I could overlook the rest but then
I try to do that with most people. I
find to believe the best of everyone
is enough. I never believed that you
would say or do what I heard was directed
toward me. I am deeply hurt that you
feel I would be so small that I could
forget all the beauty that I believed was
there and condemn you with ill will. If
I considered you worthy to love than I
would be condemning my own beliefs. Who
am I to judge anything you do?
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degrade my soul by making me hate him,
or to harbor any bitterness toward him
in my interrelations with other people.
A rattlesnake, if cornered, will become
so angry it will bite itself. That is
exactly what the harboring of hate and
resent against others is... a biting
of oneself. We think that we are harming
others in holding these spites and hates,
but the deeper harm is to ourselves. I
try always to do right... simply because
I feel it will astonish most people...
every time I see you, you accuse me of
some new hurt against you and not all
the kindness I have shown, the asking
for your friendship, or giving you love
will change your mind about me because
you want to believe I am as bad as the
rest. That way it makes it okay to
treat me with hurt in return. I have
always found so much goodness in you
that I could overlook the rest but then
I try to do that with most people. I
find to believe the best of everyone
is enough. I never believed that you
would say or do what I heard was directed
toward me. I am deeply hurt that you
feel I would be so small that I could
forget all the beauty that I believed was
there and condemn you with ill will. If
I considered you worthy to love than I
would be condemning my own beliefs. Who
am I to judge anything you do?
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Sunday, January 4, 2015
Fleeting Interlude
I was just a fleeting interlude
for you... someone to conquer,
but being with you
I felt I was the only person
who mattered... at the time
and I could have come all night
and never tire...
I was totally selfish... in the sense
that I was doing... something
I had always wanted to do... with you.
And after... I always remember
the looks you gave me
when you thought no one else was looking,
as if you knew some secret... shared.
For me there was always... excitement,
anticipation for the next meeting,
I don't know exactly when love began
or precisely why... we... had to end.
I do think this world needs
a little more... unconditional love
... to be given.
Most people can't seem to do this.
Love should at least... remain friendship.
I am a contented woman
to have found the love I wanted
even if only briefly... sexually,
I did not unite with you
to make you less whole
and because I care... and you wanted it
... I let go.
But you must know...
that when all else turns against you
.... I'll still love you.
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for you... someone to conquer,
but being with you
I felt I was the only person
who mattered... at the time
and I could have come all night
and never tire...
I was totally selfish... in the sense
that I was doing... something
I had always wanted to do... with you.
And after... I always remember
the looks you gave me
when you thought no one else was looking,
as if you knew some secret... shared.
For me there was always... excitement,
anticipation for the next meeting,
I don't know exactly when love began
or precisely why... we... had to end.
I do think this world needs
a little more... unconditional love
... to be given.
Most people can't seem to do this.
Love should at least... remain friendship.
I am a contented woman
to have found the love I wanted
even if only briefly... sexually,
I did not unite with you
to make you less whole
and because I care... and you wanted it
... I let go.
But you must know...
that when all else turns against you
.... I'll still love you.
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Saturday, January 3, 2015
I'm truly blessed
I truly am blessed to have my own place and my own space for I know others that do not. I am blessed with the fresh fruit and foods I have in abundance for there are many hungry people in this world. I am blessed to be at peace and to have you so near to me God to know you are guiding me, providing for me, loving me and that you send your angels to watch over me for there are many who are lost, who feel alone, who have no direction and live in fear.
I am blessed to appreciate the beauty around me and know it is created by your hand for there are many who are blinded to your glories either physically, emotionally, or spiritually. I am blessed with a new path in life and to know it is never too late to pursue a dream and to use the talents given to me, by you, for they are gifts not to be wasted and I realize the most joyful day of my life was the day I put it in your hands.
I pray for the many others who are afraid to step out in faith, who cling to unhappy lives, afraid to make change because of their fears, or a false sense of security in their jobs, not trusting that you will lead them to greener pastures.
I am truly blessed by the friends you have put in my life, especially those who are like sisters and those that are my prayer partners, we give each other a great deal of joy through you and share our good and bad times.
I am blessed with wonderful children and grandchildren and even though feel estranged from my family at times and do not enjoy the close relationship with my mother that my children have with me, I love them still and am grateful for the lessons I learn through our bonds.
There are many who have no family at all and no friends to speak of. God has truly blessed me with an abundance. I know that we can never ask too much of God or give too much back to others. When we reach out we also are filled and blessed in return. Have faith God's love is the most abundant thing there is.
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I am blessed to appreciate the beauty around me and know it is created by your hand for there are many who are blinded to your glories either physically, emotionally, or spiritually. I am blessed with a new path in life and to know it is never too late to pursue a dream and to use the talents given to me, by you, for they are gifts not to be wasted and I realize the most joyful day of my life was the day I put it in your hands.
I pray for the many others who are afraid to step out in faith, who cling to unhappy lives, afraid to make change because of their fears, or a false sense of security in their jobs, not trusting that you will lead them to greener pastures.
I am truly blessed by the friends you have put in my life, especially those who are like sisters and those that are my prayer partners, we give each other a great deal of joy through you and share our good and bad times.
I am blessed with wonderful children and grandchildren and even though feel estranged from my family at times and do not enjoy the close relationship with my mother that my children have with me, I love them still and am grateful for the lessons I learn through our bonds.
There are many who have no family at all and no friends to speak of. God has truly blessed me with an abundance. I know that we can never ask too much of God or give too much back to others. When we reach out we also are filled and blessed in return. Have faith God's love is the most abundant thing there is.
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Friday, January 2, 2015
A wonderful year
A new year has arrived. It is a time to reflect back on the past year and to give thanks for the many blessings it held for us all. It was a year of new transitions and for some of us a relocation. It was a time of self discovery for some and a road to recovery for others.
For some dreams were fulfilled and battles won. It was a time to learn new vocations and to set closure in motion for some of us. It was a year of gratitude remembered. To be there for others in their need. To share in love and friendship.
For some it was a time to end painful relationships and to begin again. It has been a year to discover what truly is important and a realization that God will provide when we cannot. It was a year to release fear from our lives and to strengthen our faith.
It was a year of greater awareness for many of us. It was a year to stop worrying about the "what ifs" and to be grateful for the "what is". For many of us it was a year of greater spiritual growth. Of learning to trust in the synchronicities in life and to look for the lessons we need to grow through.
It has been a year to speak more openly of our beliefs and to learn to listen more clearly to that still small voice within. It has been a year to ask for guidance and of revelations. It has been a year of encouragement, evolution, and revaluation.
Many people have learned that things don't bring them the happiness they thought they would and have begun to look inward instead of outward for the joy they seek. More people are reading and more spiritual books are being written. May the year ahead bring more new beginnings and true faith.
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For some dreams were fulfilled and battles won. It was a time to learn new vocations and to set closure in motion for some of us. It was a year of gratitude remembered. To be there for others in their need. To share in love and friendship.
For some it was a time to end painful relationships and to begin again. It has been a year to discover what truly is important and a realization that God will provide when we cannot. It was a year to release fear from our lives and to strengthen our faith.
It was a year of greater awareness for many of us. It was a year to stop worrying about the "what ifs" and to be grateful for the "what is". For many of us it was a year of greater spiritual growth. Of learning to trust in the synchronicities in life and to look for the lessons we need to grow through.
It has been a year to speak more openly of our beliefs and to learn to listen more clearly to that still small voice within. It has been a year to ask for guidance and of revelations. It has been a year of encouragement, evolution, and revaluation.
Many people have learned that things don't bring them the happiness they thought they would and have begun to look inward instead of outward for the joy they seek. More people are reading and more spiritual books are being written. May the year ahead bring more new beginnings and true faith.
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Thursday, January 1, 2015
Today's gift
Be prepared for a new day. To greet it with joy and anticipation. We cannot know what surprises it holds as it slowly unfolds. It's like a package that contains many other boxes and layers and wrappings. Be alert that you may notice all the wonders this day holds as each gift is slowly opened and its beauty is disclosed.
Be aware of the people you meet and the conversations that ensue, of the weather and of nature. Step outside yourself and of your home and workplace and breathe in the air and to truly look, see, feel, hear, smell and become a part of all-that-is.
Take a walk, watch the clouds, hug a tree, pick up a pinecone or other treasure to bring back with you. Laugh often, hum to yourself, smile a lot. Make eye contact when you speak with others and really listen. Treat them with the attention you would like to receive.
Open up your heart and your consciousness to this day. Take time to call a friend or a loved one, and tell them how much you care. Be of service where you can. Go the extra step beyond the necessary. Buy yourself flowers. Send a car just to say hi to someone you haven't heard from in awhile.
Talk to God often. Share your thought and feelings, your joys and disappointments not just a prayer said by rote. Do everything with a heightened sense of awareness. Treat this day special, as the gift it is, and yourself as well for you are a wonderful child of God and He loves you.
As the day unfolds treasure the memories in the making. Keep the best and overlook the rest. Release any negativity instead of dwelling on it. When you come home may you be greeted with love and a sense of peace. May you have a sacred place of serenity to go to where you can center yourself.
May the angels walk with you throughout the day and watch over you as you slumber. Take time to read and be in touch with your thoughts and not just be mesmerized by the TV. Treat yourself well. You deserve it. Don't rust the day but savor it as the gift it is. It comes from God.
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Be aware of the people you meet and the conversations that ensue, of the weather and of nature. Step outside yourself and of your home and workplace and breathe in the air and to truly look, see, feel, hear, smell and become a part of all-that-is.
Take a walk, watch the clouds, hug a tree, pick up a pinecone or other treasure to bring back with you. Laugh often, hum to yourself, smile a lot. Make eye contact when you speak with others and really listen. Treat them with the attention you would like to receive.
Open up your heart and your consciousness to this day. Take time to call a friend or a loved one, and tell them how much you care. Be of service where you can. Go the extra step beyond the necessary. Buy yourself flowers. Send a car just to say hi to someone you haven't heard from in awhile.
Talk to God often. Share your thought and feelings, your joys and disappointments not just a prayer said by rote. Do everything with a heightened sense of awareness. Treat this day special, as the gift it is, and yourself as well for you are a wonderful child of God and He loves you.
As the day unfolds treasure the memories in the making. Keep the best and overlook the rest. Release any negativity instead of dwelling on it. When you come home may you be greeted with love and a sense of peace. May you have a sacred place of serenity to go to where you can center yourself.
May the angels walk with you throughout the day and watch over you as you slumber. Take time to read and be in touch with your thoughts and not just be mesmerized by the TV. Treat yourself well. You deserve it. Don't rust the day but savor it as the gift it is. It comes from God.
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