After a conversation with a client today I thought this information was too good to keep to just one person. I was reading a book by an acquaintance, J. Washington, Breaking the Spirit of Average...great read. And sharing that I thought she was taking the seed she has been given and throwing it away and amongst the dry ground because she is sowing it into things that are unfruitful. She has the awesome talent of making accessories for your hair, festoons; applique for you purse, shoes and how to jazz up your tops and dresses. Although her eye for this is incredible, she has been taking the money she makes and spending it on things that at the end of the day, won't yield the highest return on her investment. Meaning, going shopping several times a week, sitting in B&N sipping coffee and reading magazines won't propel her into starting and starring as the up and coming accessory designer I see her as, but more importantly that she desires to be.
Sometimes, we get so beat up in life, we take the passive role and sit on our giftings and talents! Read your Bible people, God takes from those who don't use their seed/talents! I would hate for that to happen to her because she is truly talented!
Also know what season we are in...God is having no problem removing powerful people from position and stripping them of their wealth! Why? I believe that the wealth isn't being properly used and is part of the transfer of wealth that is occurring so that those of us that will, can do.
Are you paying attention to what time it is? If you are, then you should know that just as much of a doing time, it is imperative to listen and move only when God unctions you. Speaking with another client that is waiting on God to direct him, I reminded him of this. Do as well as wait, I told him. Seems contradictory, but it really isn't. There is only so much we can do before we can't do anymore...then we wait and praise God for what is coming. He mentioned that everyday he has been praying the Prayer of Jabez. With that, know that the time difference between sowing and reaping has been shortened! Expect to see your harvest in supernatural time! God is doing great things, but you must know what time it is!
Thursday, April 23, 2009
Tuesday, April 14, 2009
just me
I am who I am.
I be who I be.
Through this life,
It's all I've got to hold on
It's me.
When I wake up in the morning
It's me.
When I go to sleep at night
It's me.
Can't be nothing more
Than what I was created to be. I am who I am.
I be who I be.
Through this life,
It's all I've got to hold on
It's me.
When I wake up in the morning
It's me.
When I go to sleep at night
It's me.
Can't be nothing more
Than what I was created to be. I am who I am.
intimacy
Over the years I have been completely naive to the world of relationships, to be honest, I still am. I'm over 30years old and still have no clue as to how to navigate through the world of relationships with men, friendships are easier for me know but that even took some time. I had to learn to be a better friend. It is truly a learning process and is very difficult because on top of me and knowing who I am, there are 16 different personalities to deal with from other people and the baggage they may be carrying around. EVERYONE has past hurts, disappointments, failures and other things we try to forget. Even if God has healed you from situations, certain situations can trigger almost automated responses to those situations. This recently happened with me.
For whatever reason, the accepted social behavior says that it's okay for men to have multiple partners and I would assume for women as well. I guess I grew up with too much old school in me, because I feel like it should be one person at a time and if that doesn't work out, take time to detox before jumping into another committed relationship. I don't get the concept of putting up with a man's infidelities just because you enjoy a certain lifestyle; not just infidelities, but abuse. Have you really thought about infidelity as sexual abuse? Well, it is because it puts you at risk for std's and other diseases you can't cure.
I for one, am content with knowing that if a man doesn't want to be with me, just me, then he can keep moving. And if that means ultimately I will adopt and be a single mother because no one is worthy for me to remarry, then so be it. I'm not of the state of mind anymore to just lay down with anyone, not that I was back then either, but sex can come later. Why? I guess I see it as this: If there is mutual attraction then more than likely sex will be great, even if you have to do a little teaching. After the 2min, 30 min or even an hour worth of sex, then what? Where does that leave you in terms of connecting with the other person? 99% of the relationship is other stuff, and if you don't have commonalities to rely on, then your marriage/relationship is doomed.
For most women, sex is the emotional link that propels them to falling in love with someone. If that is all the substance of the facts of love, then it isn't enough. What I mean is sometimes, we as women start over looking things we normally wouldn't prior to sex because our logical thinking is skewed and sometimes thrown out of the window to accommodate and lower our standards of expectation from the other person. We feel like we have given part of ourselves to that person and so we show loyalty.
Ultimately we all want the same thing, intimacy, truly knowing someone, clicking with someone in all areas of life, mind, body and spirit. As for me, I am hanging on to waiting to share myself with someone who deserves all that, because they want the same....it's so much more than sex.
For whatever reason, the accepted social behavior says that it's okay for men to have multiple partners and I would assume for women as well. I guess I grew up with too much old school in me, because I feel like it should be one person at a time and if that doesn't work out, take time to detox before jumping into another committed relationship. I don't get the concept of putting up with a man's infidelities just because you enjoy a certain lifestyle; not just infidelities, but abuse. Have you really thought about infidelity as sexual abuse? Well, it is because it puts you at risk for std's and other diseases you can't cure.
I for one, am content with knowing that if a man doesn't want to be with me, just me, then he can keep moving. And if that means ultimately I will adopt and be a single mother because no one is worthy for me to remarry, then so be it. I'm not of the state of mind anymore to just lay down with anyone, not that I was back then either, but sex can come later. Why? I guess I see it as this: If there is mutual attraction then more than likely sex will be great, even if you have to do a little teaching. After the 2min, 30 min or even an hour worth of sex, then what? Where does that leave you in terms of connecting with the other person? 99% of the relationship is other stuff, and if you don't have commonalities to rely on, then your marriage/relationship is doomed.
For most women, sex is the emotional link that propels them to falling in love with someone. If that is all the substance of the facts of love, then it isn't enough. What I mean is sometimes, we as women start over looking things we normally wouldn't prior to sex because our logical thinking is skewed and sometimes thrown out of the window to accommodate and lower our standards of expectation from the other person. We feel like we have given part of ourselves to that person and so we show loyalty.
Ultimately we all want the same thing, intimacy, truly knowing someone, clicking with someone in all areas of life, mind, body and spirit. As for me, I am hanging on to waiting to share myself with someone who deserves all that, because they want the same....it's so much more than sex.
Friday, April 10, 2009
Aesthetics
We enjoy things that are pretty and some have no problem spending a pretty penny on what looks good. We also love having things that are one of a kind, specially made items just for us. There is something peaceful about the visually pleasing view of a sunset at the beach, serene about the mist rolling in off the lush green mountains and priceless smile on a child's face that can melt your heart. We can't forget that in the midst of a world that buys more because its pretty the things that warm our heart most and makes us mist up are the visible pleasures in life. I had the opportunity to see my parents in good health this past weekend and I am so grateful. We have to stop and smell the roses along the way to making our mark in the world. Surrounding myself with friends and family I know love and care for me is what give me my warm and fuzzy, and even brings tears to my eyes as I type this. I am so grateful for where I am, what I do and who I have in my corner. I am thankful for the small things like beautiful smiles and the familiar smells of home. Take in the simple pleasure in life that you may take for granted....
Monday, April 6, 2009
Unplanned
Some events in life you don't plan for because you don't know they are coming. Others you can plan for and don't. Life is about living the plan God has ordained but be sure to be aware that God always has little surprises...they are definitely nice.
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