Yes, This is Christmas

Christmas Day is almost here and I am grateful that I have made it this far. I continue to give and try to do right by everybody, but I often wonder if there is anybody out there consciously trying to do right by me. I feel like I've been cheated out of the life that I was supposed to have, but blessed nonetheless. I am grateful that God, in his infinite wisdom, knew that I would be in this place and had already prepared the way for me and even though the way seems dark at times, I can rest assured that He has my back, and my front and both of my sides. I continue to pray for wisdom, peace and the strength to endure until the end, when we will all be better for the trials.

Thanksgiving Eve

It was thanksgiving eve and all through the house, everyone was stirring, including the mouse. the house was all filled with the scents of the meal and the thoughts were all centered around the stomaches to fill. A little taste here and a little sip there, had to make sure that the flavor was fair.

The cider was boiling and the pies were baking, the wind was blowing and the trees were shaking. Family had come from near and from far, finally at home, and no longer in the car. Thanksgiving day was almost here and there's no better time for friends and family dear.

We sit and we laugh, we sit and we share. We reminisce about those no longer there. Tomorrow we'll gather, count our blessings and give thanks and pray for those less fortunate or that lack. God has been good to us, let's find a way to give back. Get on the phone and call someone, find that one alone or with no home. One more place at the table, because you are able.Share what you have and more blessings abound, the more you give away the more to be found.

Happy Thanksgiving Eve!

Thanks - Giving

Thanks - An acknowledgement of of a favor, gift etc. Gratitude.

Giving - making a present of. devoting to. placing in the hands of. bestowing. granting.

Have you ever stopped to think what thanksgiving really means? No, not the turkey, dressing and cranberry thanksgiving, but the thanksgiving that begins in your heart and moves out toward others. The thanksgiving that makes you feel warm all over, the thanksgiving that makes your heart swell and tears spring to your eyes, the thanksgiving that helps you remember loved ones long gone? Why not do that now? Yes, right now! Stop and think about it!

Didn't that feel good? Wouldn't you like to feel that way all the time? Well you can, you know.

Happy Thanksgiving!!!

Spending Time with God

I finally got this exercize thing to sink in, I am exercising every day and I feel better physically than I have in a very long time. This morning though, I had a thought, I wake up at 5:00 every morning and I exercise for almost an hour. That has made an amazing difference in how I feel. I wonder how much better off I would be If I also added an hour of prayer everyday to the regime. I used to pray in the mornings before, but getting up at 4:00 does not sound very appealing, but I believe God will help me. I'll try getting up at 4:30 tomorrow and see how it goes. I'll let you know.

Is it possible to be totally elated and totally dismayed at the same time? The election results are in and I am so very proud of my country right now. We made the best choice, not based on race, religion or fear, but based on what is best for our country. I am also very saddened for those who are so closed minded that they cannot rejoice and be glad. I pray that we all realize that unless we get behind President-Elect Obama and support him with all of our hearts, he will fail and if he fails, just like with Presiodent Bush, we all fail ( look at our present economy).

Today is a good day!

Today is a good day! When I can open my eyes and stretch my body, I am in a nice warm bed and my dog is by my side, I realize that I have much for which to be thankful. Father help me to maintain my attitude of gratitude for all that you have blessed me with.

Last night I was at the hospital with my sister.She was sick, I was not. I have health and strength and for that I am thankful.

Writing Is Good For The Soul

Writing is good for the soul. There is only so much that we can keep inside. By putting the words down on paper, I am able to see what is going on inside my head. Writing gives me clarity and helps me organize my thoughts. It can help you too, if you let it.