So far 2012 hasn't been at all what I expected...As I started the year, BIG changes were happening. Little did I know, those big changes were just the beginning of a year long life transition.In January, I wrote about my One Word for 2012: Trust. This was the area I had prayed about and I knew … Continue reading Learning to Trust
Tag: Faith
On My Broken Heart
Things are happening, heartbreaking things. My Papaw is slowly letting go of this life. A gentle, quiet man, he loves all his grandkids so much. And, we love him.All of this is taking place in Oklahoma and I am all the way at home in California - alone.At this time, I make no assumptions about … Continue reading On My Broken Heart
Life Unmasked: Living Worthy
"Whatever happens, live in a manner worthy of the Gospel of Christ" - Philippians 1:27For the past couple of weeks, I have been FAILING at this. Absolutely failing...more thoughts than not have been on the things of this world, on what will make me happy, on how I can just get by in this life.Apathy … Continue reading Life Unmasked: Living Worthy
Not My Job…?
"Jesus replied: 'Love the Lord your God with all your heart, with all your soul, and with all your mind.' This is the first and greatest commandment. And the second is like it: 'Love your neighbor as yourself.' All the Law and Prophets hang on these two commandments." - Matthew 22:37-40I have been a part … Continue reading Not My Job…?
Anxiety
So I kind of feel as if I am writing this post just for me, but sometimes that happens I guess...For much of my life I have battled with intense anxiety...over everything! It has done a number on my life: limiting my social abilities, my adaptation abilities, my spiritual life, everything.I hold on very closely … Continue reading Anxiety
Different Aches
Today is 5 Minute Friday. On Fridays I usually try to participate in this. It's great to relieve the pressure to write perfectly. So, here's how it goes. Connect with The Gypsy Mama & find out the topic. Write for 5 minutes, no over thinking or editing. Then stop. That's your post. I am also … Continue reading Different Aches
Trust & Dreams…Part 2.
As I said in an earlier post, Trust is my word for 2012. It's the word I know I have to work on this year.Ironically, Trust is also the theme for this week's 5 Minute Friday. Yes, I know today is Saturday, but this is the first time I have been able to sit down to … Continue reading Trust & Dreams…Part 2.
Rejoice Always
Over the past few months I have been learning to Rejoice Always.As someone who deals with Anxiety on an almost daily basis, Philippians 4 has some very valuable verses. Paul reminds me to rejoice always, pray without ceasing, and give my anxieties over to God in exchange for His peace."Rejoice in the Lord always, I … Continue reading Rejoice Always
2012 – My Challenge
As I start off the 2012 year, I face some difficult times in life. My faith is being stretched and tested; and my times of solitude are growing, allowing me the beauty of either wallowing in loneliness or turning to Immanuel to soothe my heart.I have prayed, and have not heard answers. I have hit … Continue reading 2012 – My Challenge
Take the Risk
In my last post, Driven by Fear, I began a short series about what I learned in 2011. Now, I'd like to talk about RISKS.I am a creature of caution and habit most of the time. Predictability is how I like to pretend my life is run. However, looking back, I know this is not … Continue reading Take the Risk
Soul Cadence Creative - Thoughts from A Creative in Mental Health 