Live in awareness....

....of His presence and it will 

change your life.

notes...

'...there is a God

He is in charge

and He knows what He's doing

everywhere is in His presence

He is a God of love, goodness, mercy

and you don't want Him in your life?

why would you not?

He is here whether you are aware of Him or not

it's awareness of His presence that He wants you to understand

He's continually in your thoughts

view everything in the light of His presence

you will have peace in the midst of the storms

His word brings you back into awareness of Him

He will assume responsibility for bringing

to your mind

things that you need to remember

you will have joy in your heart

live with your tentacles out

continue to have hope even when things look hopeless

the more you are aware of His presence

the less you will be tempted by anything

it's the lack of awareness than makes the difference

the wonderful things God provides 

depends on where you look

when you become aware of His presence in your life

He changes your viewpoint

and you see everything in His light

you are safe

He will work things out.'

be well

xoxo

💗

"God became man to turn creatures into sons:

not simply to produce better men of the old kind

but to produce a new kind of man.

It is not like teaching a horse to jump better

and better but like turning a horse

into a winged creature."

~C. S. Lewis~

"There is only one soul in the whole creation

you do know:

and it is the only one whose fate is placed in your hands."

~C. S. Lewis~

 

Life is full....

....of different roads.

Detours and dead ends make up a lot of this journey

we call life.

Stop for a spontaneous photo shoot, or grab a coffee

at the tiny coffee shop on the corner.

road trip with Capt. America & my nephew ...

Enjoy the route.

Don't be so worried about the destination,

that you lose sight of what is around you.

Pause. Breathe. Focus.

Take in the moment, experience the joy,

happiness & adventure.

note...

it's cold this morning,

the chickadee (gram) is all puffed out sitting on the feeder.

Cozy in my sweats...staying in today.

Listening to the howl of the wind, and the cat skidding across the floor

with the zoomies.

A fresh cup of hot tea in hand

and a hefty C.S Lewis book resting on my lap...

appreciating the slow today...

~

often it is the little things that get us to the big things

tune out the world around you and tune into your heart

remember the world of wonders

good things have been planned

trust in the rightness & the timing

you have no option other than to take

responsibility for your own happiness

happiness has to be cultivated from the inside out

live a happy life

~

"It is God who does everything. 

We at most, allow it to be done to us."

~ C.S. Lewis~

 

See everything...

...as a gift

and open your eyes to the wonder

all around.

...there is no fear in perfect love...go and be loved.💖

notes...

my nephew...

seconds from missing his connecting flight, 

hard workout to hoof it to the gate

and sweat-stained cap...

 made it before the door closed...

 home safe...

brother and girlfriend making the long trip home

him in pain 

an emergency room visit first thing for my brother 

  a torn ACL...

home with crutches

dad and stepmom...

safely making there long journey back east...

hoping to arrive at little brother's this evening for a rest

....still on the road

my 2 kiddo's catching their breath

enjoying some time to settle in at home

 before they take their honeymoon later this month

....starting a new chapter

grateful for

grace, strength, provision and protection...

& loads & loads of Love.

back home this morning with all the emotions...

happiness mixed with a sense of longing...

deep breath in...

deep breath out....

my heart is full...

  with a bit of a leak...

hopeful and grateful...

 and very blessed.

Love us God with all you've got-

that's what I'm depending on.

xo

~

stay the course

endless opportunities are available to you

'sometimes life looks like a big jigsaw puzzle

without the box of what it looks like completed.

assemble it as best you can.'

breathe slowly & deeply

His peace is an inner treasure

growing as you trust

depend on God

He is everything you need

thank Him for His marvelous 

Love

He sets up a circle of protection around you 

while you pray

He keeps His eyes on you

He listens to you and hears you

He blesses those who run to Him

He rescues you

He opens the doors

to all His goodness

He'll help you catch your breath

He is ever present

everywhere

at all times

He has a fantastic plan for you in your life

He has your very best in mind for you always

focus on the abundance around you

He demonstrates His infinite Love

in fresh new ways

each day offers moments of awe

don't miss a moment of the blessings 

He promised

be kind an patient to yourself

allow yourself time to grow

everything is going to be okay

listen to your heart song

keep going

you're doing amazing things

be well...

xoxo

💖

'The more you include Me, the better your life will be.

My stockpiles of loyal Love are immense!

I take no pleasure in making life hard,

in throwing roadblocks in the way.

I'm gracious to you.

I take the time to do everything right-

everything.

I give you abundant life here and now-

overflowing with every good blessing

so you can accomplish all that I have called you to do.

I supply your needs.

I provide for My people.

My resources are unlimited.

I will not fail you.

I work through everything that touches your life

for your good.

See Me shining brightly on your future.

Remain in My Love.'

~Jesus~

~

'Through all that is changing,

there are practices we must hold on to:

wisdom, love, gratitude.

Gratefulness for how life shaped us,

no matter where the journey takes us,

we know we never go alone.'

 

Intentionally choose...

...to live in love.

To be rooted and grounded in love.

Nephew on Team J. Christ


notes....

....time went by fast, and we packed as much as we could in
our short visit.
My family all tucked together in the same town...
most of us under one roof.
A quaint historical village, charming buildings & a stunning venue nestled in the woods.
My kiddo and his bestest of best friends joining together as Mr. & Mrs.💝

A deer walking past as I write in my journal,
I feel like it's a little parting gift.
Family is now home or on their way.
A perfect couple, a fabulous wedding,
amazing family and friends,
lovely weather
and hearts filled with Love, laughter and gratitude.
~

Love is available today

give love more room to operate in your life

God works in the power of unified relationships

what you focus on and how you focus on it
 is key

you are an average of all the main relationships you cultivate

you need people that encourage, respect, and empower and mature
with you in love

be intentional

be patient

take refuge in His Love

remain in His Love

love and accept yourself fully

give yourself a big hug
take time to be still
to look in the mirror and like what you see
take time to care for yourself

focus your thoughts on His Love for you

His Love is made complete in us

make a way for Love to have it's fullest 
effect on your life

live love fully

the powers of darkness become disempowered
when exposed to the light of Love

accept love from people

'relationships are the laboratory 
for opportunities to grow in what love means'

make efforts to connect

sometimes all it takes is a hug
or an embrace that's pure

sometimes it takes someone looking you in the eyes
and speaking Love over you.

Remember your somebody who belongs.
It's like vitamins for the soul.


deer :grace, gentleness, intuition, spiritual guidance, and renewal
 
be well...
xoxo
💖

"My love language is when peoples words
align with their actions."

"Your not selfish for wanting the same
energy and love you give."

"Love is patient, love is kind.
It does not envy, it does not boast,
it is not proud.
It does not dishonor others,
it is not self-seeking,
it is not easily angered,
it keeps no record of wrongs.
Love does not delight in evil
but rejoices with the truth.
It always protects, always trusts,
always hopes, always perseveres.
Love never fails."

~1Corinthisans 13~

"Beauty doesn't come from physical perfection.
It comes from the light in our eyes,
the spark in our hearts,
and the radiance we exude when we're 
comfortable enough in our skin
to focus less on how we look
and more on how we love."