It has been such a long time since my last blog entry! Still moving forward and I think a part of me starting going full speed ahead based on information given to me. It's very interesting to be in a situation where a group of people receive information and only one has been moved to action. In an effort to move forward, I have come to understand that some things simply are group projects and require a collective and not a singular effort. So where am I now at this moment? In a waiting and observation position.
Business is good...I have help! Talk about things moving forward on that end.
All in all life is good. I am glad I know who I am in God.
Tuesday, July 29, 2008
Wednesday, April 2, 2008
Never Would Have Made It
I've been reading a book called Breaking Free by Beth Moore and it has been one of those books that you can read in doses. In addition, I've been reading Praying God's Word For Your Life by Beth Moore as well. The books have proven to be a wonderful conviction and eye opening experience since I realize how much I worry rather than praying to God about my triumphs and challenges.
Yesterday I received an award as a A Woman You Should Know and I quite honestly was stunned. And then I realized that being in the "thick of a situation" I have forgotten to celebrate myself.
God has brought me in business and now I am in the 6th year of a educational practice with two offices. I am earning more contracts than ever and increasing the number of clientele. But Breaking Free from Strongholds of Disbelief, Pride, etc are essential and allowing God to be the only Stronghold in my life. It is true that God is larger than large and He can change things in the blink of an eye. But believing God and not being afraid to walk and proceed with Faith is what his desire is. It is true that He will do exceedingly abundantly beyond all we could ever ask of think.
My favorite scripture is Hebrews 10:35
So do not throw away your confidence; it will be richly rewarded. You need to persevere so that when you have done the will of God, you will receive what he has promised. For in just a very little while, He who is coming will come and will not delay. But my righteous one will live by faith. And if he shrinks back, I will not be pleased with him. But we are not of those who shrink back and are destroyed, but of those who believe and are saved.
My other favorite scripture is Jeremiah 29:11
For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, "plans to prosper you and not harm you, plans to give you hope and a future
Another favorite scripture is Psalm 27
The Lord is my light and my salvation-whom shall I fear? The Lord is the stronghold of my life-of whom shall I be afraid? When evil men advance against me to devour my flesh, when my enemies and foes attack me, they will stumble and fall. Though an army besiege me, my heart will not fear; though war break out against me, even then will I be confident.
There is a favorite song by Marvin Sapp that is my testimony in song.
Yesterday I received an award as a A Woman You Should Know and I quite honestly was stunned. And then I realized that being in the "thick of a situation" I have forgotten to celebrate myself.
God has brought me in business and now I am in the 6th year of a educational practice with two offices. I am earning more contracts than ever and increasing the number of clientele. But Breaking Free from Strongholds of Disbelief, Pride, etc are essential and allowing God to be the only Stronghold in my life. It is true that God is larger than large and He can change things in the blink of an eye. But believing God and not being afraid to walk and proceed with Faith is what his desire is. It is true that He will do exceedingly abundantly beyond all we could ever ask of think.
My favorite scripture is Hebrews 10:35
So do not throw away your confidence; it will be richly rewarded. You need to persevere so that when you have done the will of God, you will receive what he has promised. For in just a very little while, He who is coming will come and will not delay. But my righteous one will live by faith. And if he shrinks back, I will not be pleased with him. But we are not of those who shrink back and are destroyed, but of those who believe and are saved.
My other favorite scripture is Jeremiah 29:11
For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, "plans to prosper you and not harm you, plans to give you hope and a future
Another favorite scripture is Psalm 27
The Lord is my light and my salvation-whom shall I fear? The Lord is the stronghold of my life-of whom shall I be afraid? When evil men advance against me to devour my flesh, when my enemies and foes attack me, they will stumble and fall. Though an army besiege me, my heart will not fear; though war break out against me, even then will I be confident.
There is a favorite song by Marvin Sapp that is my testimony in song.
Thursday, March 6, 2008
TAKING THE REIGNS
In the past few weeks, I have taken the reigns and while it is busy, challenging...it is necessary and liberating. What took me so long to trust my gut and make some necessary changes? I guess I was scared and just didn't want to deal with certain things. But when you give yourself time to take a step back and see things for what they are...you decide that God did not put you here to fail or be taken out. More than that I know that God wants me to be a diligent over the things he has given me and not let other things or people take over what he has called me to be and do!
I am also growing in being more prayerful about everything and everyone that enters my space and life.
So yes I took the reigns...and I and the business are better for it. Much Prayer Much Power!
I am also growing in being more prayerful about everything and everyone that enters my space and life.
So yes I took the reigns...and I and the business are better for it. Much Prayer Much Power!
Sunday, February 3, 2008
PURE INSPIRATION
I have been watching the Giants versus the New England Patriots and the Giants were the underdogs. After all, they were playing against and undefeated team. Well I am watching this game in utter amazement and even in the final 1.45 minutes of the game, another miracle occurred. A touch down was made and the Giants won the game.
The perceived underdog stayed with it.
The perceived underdog perservered.
They knew their plays and did not waver. This team was focused.
Today I volunteered with the CT for Barak Obama team and canvased area neighborhoods. I was so very proud to stand for this fellow Chicagoan, fellow Champion, and campaign for something I believe in for my next president. This man has been the perceived underdog, but he has stayed with it and defied all odds.
I know I have stood in this "underdog" category, but in staying focused, determined, and perservering...odds can be defied.
That's the thing about odds, they are supposed to be defied. Miracles are supposed to happen. We are supposed to stay focused and conquer. We are supposed to have a game plan and play it through to the end. We are supposed to Win!
My hat is off to the Giants in that they provided PURE INSPIRATION and stand as a testament of what happens when your BELIEF is backed by FAITH, a PLAN, and PERSEVERANCE.
Moving beyond the limits set before me " I press toward the mark toward the prize of the high calling"
OBAMA FOR PRESIDENT!!!!!
The perceived underdog stayed with it.
The perceived underdog perservered.
They knew their plays and did not waver. This team was focused.
Today I volunteered with the CT for Barak Obama team and canvased area neighborhoods. I was so very proud to stand for this fellow Chicagoan, fellow Champion, and campaign for something I believe in for my next president. This man has been the perceived underdog, but he has stayed with it and defied all odds.
I know I have stood in this "underdog" category, but in staying focused, determined, and perservering...odds can be defied.
That's the thing about odds, they are supposed to be defied. Miracles are supposed to happen. We are supposed to stay focused and conquer. We are supposed to have a game plan and play it through to the end. We are supposed to Win!
My hat is off to the Giants in that they provided PURE INSPIRATION and stand as a testament of what happens when your BELIEF is backed by FAITH, a PLAN, and PERSEVERANCE.
Moving beyond the limits set before me " I press toward the mark toward the prize of the high calling"
OBAMA FOR PRESIDENT!!!!!
Tuesday, January 22, 2008
CAN'T STOP NOW!
I attended a celebration yesterday honoring Dr. King. It was more than a reminder that I must not get weary in doing this work! There are too many shoulders that I stand upon to give up, turn back, or not move with focused determination.
There was a young lady who presented an original poem entitled "Enlighten Me"...the first formed chapter of NSBE in this community was also presented. The question is "What am I giving?" beyond my professional day to day. I often find this a difficult question to answer since I truly believe that my professional work is also my ministry. It is Heart work! However, I must make some time..aside from my exercise schedule :) [it is coming on a consistent basis]. I have decided to start a Toastmaster's for Teens chapter in this community! It speaks to me professionally and personally in teaching communication skills to teens.
In remembering Dr. King...I remember Harriet Tubman (my She-Ro), Betty Shabazz, Malcolm X, and many more. These strong shoulders hold me up so that I may someday be the shoulders upon which someone else will stand!
There was a young lady who presented an original poem entitled "Enlighten Me"...the first formed chapter of NSBE in this community was also presented. The question is "What am I giving?" beyond my professional day to day. I often find this a difficult question to answer since I truly believe that my professional work is also my ministry. It is Heart work! However, I must make some time..aside from my exercise schedule :) [it is coming on a consistent basis]. I have decided to start a Toastmaster's for Teens chapter in this community! It speaks to me professionally and personally in teaching communication skills to teens.
In remembering Dr. King...I remember Harriet Tubman (my She-Ro), Betty Shabazz, Malcolm X, and many more. These strong shoulders hold me up so that I may someday be the shoulders upon which someone else will stand!
Wednesday, January 2, 2008
New Year!
At the start of each new year, I feel a new energy to begin a new life chapter. This year is not very different. Lessons learned in 2007 I think have fueled a sense of quiet resolve for fortitude and continued growth in 2008. I am completely excited about new found peace that I am not standing alone but completely on HIS promises. While I do the work of my hands, heart, and head...I know that I will not be left, forsaken and that I have S.A.P. (STRENGTH, ABILITY, AND POWER).
My focus this year which began in November 2007 was to not forget myself and needs as I cultivate a growing business. I also began to go back to nurturing myself and things that provide me with peace and time for reflection. Getting myself back and learning to share my personal self with my business self has been an awesome pilgrimage. I will return to Bikram Yoga (yeah!!!) and will join a Kickboxing Class (watch out!), I am also enrolling in Knitting very soon.
As I begin to plan a life with my soulmate, I have learned that my business life is dependent on how I share and nurture my creative self...and vice versa.
I am glad to be at a place in business that I am comfortable with building ME into my schedule and actually sticking to it.
And who knows what's next...I've always wanted to try pottery!
My focus this year which began in November 2007 was to not forget myself and needs as I cultivate a growing business. I also began to go back to nurturing myself and things that provide me with peace and time for reflection. Getting myself back and learning to share my personal self with my business self has been an awesome pilgrimage. I will return to Bikram Yoga (yeah!!!) and will join a Kickboxing Class (watch out!), I am also enrolling in Knitting very soon.
As I begin to plan a life with my soulmate, I have learned that my business life is dependent on how I share and nurture my creative self...and vice versa.
I am glad to be at a place in business that I am comfortable with building ME into my schedule and actually sticking to it.
And who knows what's next...I've always wanted to try pottery!
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