Strength of a Woman

The strength of a woman is not dressed up in muscles but in scars.  By nature we birth wonderful blessings through painful experiences.  We all have them, this blog is my attempt to turn my test into a testimony.  I have often referred to Christians as God's vessels.  I hope to be used by God and let my experiences be an opportunity to let God's light shine.  All of God's children are His vessels so even if you feel beat up and chipped, God can and will use you.  When God uses you then you find joy and favor.  So let past hurt not discourage you, you are still usable by God and precious in His eyes.

Decluttering (Repost)

So I had to get fed up… I had to look around and see that I had a lot of stuff that no longer served a purpose in my life or never did. The things and most important the people that meant the most to me had to take a back sit to my disorganization and clutter (and when I say clutter, I’m not necessarily talking about things but even tasks and people that were taking up time & space in my life). One day at work, I decided to write down my priorities. I had to see on a piece of paper what was important to me… not to realize their importance but realize the importance of the time and attention I wasn’t given them. (Your vision - you must 'follow' it! (1)) That list is a reminder to make sure that all of my time and effort is benefiting those priorities. Now that I have my motivation, I need to get rid of all those things that don’t benefit my priorities and/or took away from my priorities. So I am looking at relationships and how they are affecting my life. I am looking at my habits and realizing if those are beneficial. And I remind myself in order to meet my priorities; I have to sacrifice my wants and laziness. Matter of fact I am actively decluttering my home using these tips (http://zenhabits.net/zen-mind-how-to-declutter/ and http://zenhabits.net/15-great-decluttering-tips/). And after getting rid of what I don’t need, my plan is to organize what I decide is necessary and beneficial in my life. My approach on organization is to create a place for everything and keep everything in its place. When I say everything, I mean EVERYTHING. My number one priority is my relationship with God so I need to make time in my life for Him, my number two priority is my daughter and I am going to make sure her room has the things she need and I make the time she needs, and I’m thinking about purchasing a planner (www.franklincovery.com/quickstartguide) that I can organize my appointments, job tasks, shopping lists, etc. in one location (since I cannot bring my cell to work). L Now that I have my priorities set, decluttering my life, have plan for organizing… I will be able to live knowing that those that love the most is getting the most I have to offer, my time.

Is This The End...

Life changes, people enter and exit your life. With a new addition to my life, is it the end of the person I've known for 31 years? Or is it just another phase in my life like any other (maybe the most important one so far but yet another phase)? I've dealt with being an adult before most of my friends really had to... knowing that I didn't have a safety net, no mom or dad to run back to if I didn't find a job, no comforting call home when funds were low or friends were few... but I dealt with the situation, it's the hand I was dealt. Now I'm over 30 and facing motherhood and I'm sure if He's allowed me to be here, He'll lead my path...

Be Productive

Be productive and make it a habit... that's my motto from (not for) 2010 on. We all know everything we do well has been done because of practice and repetitive action perfecting our craft. Today I'm making a life-time habit of being productive.

Quick Style Tidbit!

Ok... I've decided Winter 09/10 will be all about layering! It seems like it'll be a cold, windy winter so I'm going with (layered) bulky paired with slim/slick accessories... How? Get a non-structured coat (bulky) and be sure to layer to the nth power underneath, then rock some skinny jeans or tights or both at the bottom with a slim lightweight purse.

AND PAIR SOME BASIC COLORS (black, gray, blue, brown) with a SPLASH OF COLOR. I like splashes in the winter and blocks of color in the spring... that's just me.

Communication is the Key

In any relationship, if you can't discuss what is going on, how you are feeling or what you want... It's not a positive relationship. All great relationships are based on communication. We must learn how to express ourselves so our point can be received and how to receive information without being defensive. Remember if you love someone, you must allow them get the things that trouble them the most out....

Joy

You'll never know the real meaning of joy until you first experience it. It's an emotion that takes appreciation and perspective. Children experience pure happiness but I think a sense of life's up and downs are required to really understand and feel joy. Hey, only my thoughts....

Right now... I am experiencing Joy.