Encourage, Support the Dreams Around You

We all mold one another’s dreams.
We all hold each other’s fragile hopes in our hands.
We all touch others’ hearts.

It is true that we help to shape and mold another’s dreams and aspirations. A nod of approval, silence, or an excited smile and exuberant expression of what the realization of the dream may look like all contribute or detract from the confidence with which one allows the dream to flourish.

When hopes are shared… they are laid out on a table bare for view as a small plant just starting to bud. If the life-giving sunshine it requires is withdrawn, it will wither away, never realizing the glory of the full bloom. We can provide that life-sustaining light or adversely cast a shadow upon someone’s hopes. It is a tenuous, trusting moment within which they have been shared and we must respect the privilege and be gentle in the care of it.

So… today, with fear and trembling along with wild excitement at the possibilities I encourage you to – right where you are – revisit your dream. Share it with a trusted friend… and GO FOR IT!!!!

A new commandment I give to you, that you love one another, even as I have loved you, that you also love one another. John 13:34


I’m rooting for you!

Here I Am Before You Lord

There is so much activity around me these days, sometimes I feel as though I'm in the midst of a whirlwind of good news, uncertainty, tragedy, mishaps and great delights and hillarity. This week has been a mixed bag for certain! Weeks like these leave me seeking a block of time to simply spend on my knees in worship and communion - sorrow, joy - a heart's cry.

"And when I saw Him, I fell at His feet as dead." Revelation 1:17

During times of deep worship it is as though I've touched His garment in the crowd and His peace, joy, love and life have washed over me. I pray this for you today. May you experience a new level of worship, peace, joy and life today as you seek His face.

I hope this helps:http://www.godtube.com/watch/?v=DY667GNX

Attitude - noble

Whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable – if anything excellent or praiseworthy – think about such things. Philippians 4:8

What is noble that we should think about? The dictionary defines noble as high-minded, magnanimous, loftiness of principle, character, mind or spirit and consistently adhering to elevated principles – a greatness of mind or soul. Wow!!! Is noble, then, expecting the best of ourselves and seeking out the best in others and the situations around us? I believe it includes such things as elevating lunch room talk…and others. I believe it includes admiring and being grateful for the beauty of each day, writing, art, and music that elevate us to a better place so that we are encouraged and in turn encourage others toward making their mark… living today on purpose.

I continue to look for the noble today…so grateful for the opportunity to lift another along the way.

Have an awesome – day focusing on Whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable – if anything excellent or praiseworthy – think about such things

Celebrate today - Renew!

He has risen!! He has risen indeed!!

What a wonderful way to start this week, celebrating new, redeemed life and our risen LORD.
It is through our LORD, Who has concurred all things - even death, that we are able to do all things. As the flowers bloom around us, let us take their lead and bloom - open wide and live OUT LOUD reaching for the stars with arms wide open and spilling forth with the love that is overflowing from the Creator and Savior who first loved us.

(Philippians 4:13) I can do all things through Him who strengthens me.

So, with this knowledge in hand and in our hearts, go forth and take a step in faith - a step in renewal. God bless you greatly this week!

New Day New Energy New Blessings

I am grateful for wonderful weekdays! And the opportunity a new week provides. We can look at the old with a fresh eye – with new solutions, ideas and energy! We also have the remarkable opportunity to bless someone today.

Eunice Bathrick wrote: Little acts of kindness which we render to each other in everyday life are like flowers by the wayside to the traveler: they serve to gladden the heart and relieve the tedium of life’s journey.

While I believe tedium only exists where we allow it, I also believe that small kindnesses are wonderful deposits towards a more successful work environment. Happier people produce better because they can see their possibilities. One is often cheered by a sincere smile, compliment, even a simple thank you. So – let’s bless someone today. If you’re really on a role – bless as many as you can. The blessings will return to you – maybe not by those you’ve blessed, but by the energy and love you have spread, by God Himself through another whom He has so inclined.

From the fullness of his grace we have all received one blessing after another. John 1:16.

Blessings upon blessings to you today.

Today - Good or Bad - Your Choice

During the past several weeks the weather has been thoroughly unpredictable. I've seen forecasts change day by day for any specific date. At the same time, I have observed people in a variety of situations in my life behave just as unpredictably. Perhaps it is remnant effects of of the Supermoon or just the "mood" in general... I know I've had periods of being "out-of-sorts."

Just as the wind has knocked things about a bit of late, we can feel as though we've been knocked about emotionally by others when they act unpredictably. Always, always, however, we have a choice. We can choose whether to "return fire" or to continue toward a day that blesses and honors the time given. Our reactions often reflect exactly what we have been focusing on. That is why we've been given these instructions:

Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things. (Philippians 4:8)

So, when there are mysteries swirling all about, be ready with those things that bring life....those things that are true, noble, right, pure, lovely, admirable and praiseworthy. It helps in thinking the best of another - or sometimes just seeking to understand. Here is some help...

"Take charge of your attitude. Don't let someone else choose it for you." (Author unknown)
Truth: Today holds 24 hours. The way they are spent is entirely up to you. What will this day add/subtract from your legacy?

Dress Up no matter what you're wearing :-)

Okay – take a deep breath. We’re almost there……

It’s Thursday!!!!

I was sooooo pleasantly surprised yesterday to get home and walk into the cool evening air. The light breeze added to my pleasure. Our pets welcomed me and I began working on those things “around the house” that needed to be completed. I’m smiling still from the wonderful evening that followed. So, today I “dressed up.” The best way to dress up is to put on a smile. A smile is an inexpensive way to improve your looks.

"The Lord does not look at the things man looks at.
Man looks at outward appearance,
But the Lord looks at the heart."
I Samuel 16:7


How lovely that the smile dresses us both outwardly and inwardly. That one little action seems to cause a “smile inside” AND immediately improves our own mood…… I’m so glad, though, that God sees my heart and its desires and longings… and joy in each day – as well as those things that make you go “ugh.”


For today – let’s smile and improve not only our appearance, but those around us. I understand it’s catching. Have a great day!