Why Is Everything So Hard...

Early Morning Sunrise was breathtaking...

Why is everything so hard?

The reason everything is so hard is so we might learn patience!

And so we will build spiritual endurance and strength...

After a long period of trials you acquire inner stability!

Every step forward requires an ice pick to grab and pull yourself up!

But notice it is being plunged into the ROCK...

When things are tough and do not go smoothly, we must stay steady!

This world is filled with many slippery slopes.

We are all walking and moving in different directions,

Yet, we are all doing the same thing;

LIVING LIFE

In my own small way I try to encourage those I have

contact with daily.

Don't get me wrong, there are days I want to lay down on the

Floor and kick and scream!

But mostly, I may shed a tear and I get myself going with

Prayer, and I quick shower and a lot of lipstick (smiles)

I can still hear the geese honking over the house this morning!

Look your world is not coming to an end!

But rather your striving and clinging to the only thing that matters!

I am just so thankful for the moments or seasons where things

are going smooth or are a bit peaceful;

I have learned to treasure these times of (calm) before the (storms)

If life was easy and always bright you would be weak in your faith!

Easy Peasy is just a word

But there is HOPE in the very air we breath...

Living From Glory To Glory

God Works The Nightshift...

Have you ever worked the night shift?

Well, every new mother than has a newborn has worked the night shift!

I am so thankful that God works the night shift...
It brings me great comfort!

How many nights were you all alone?
 Or in a hospital room all by yourself?
Have you ever been home alone?
 Maybe you have had to drive through your town all alone in your vehicle
Where all the homes are dark, and all the business are closed.
It is a bit eerie!

But not everyone is sleeping!
Some are driving straight through the night to get to their destination.
There are doctors and nurses working in the corridors of a hospital.

A cop works the night shift!
A baker bakes its bread in huge ovens during the night.
A young soldier has guard duty and must stay alert on his post!
A student must study all night to be able to pass his finals.

God Works The Night Shift...
~All that night the Lord drove the sea back~
Exodus 14:21

"It's much easier to trust God when the sun is shining"

Our God never slumbers or sleeps;
We can take great comfort in knowing that while we sleep
He is always guarding us and watching us!

If you are struggling with anything in your life;
Encourage yourself in knowing this!
Even while it is night, He is working on your behalf!


Give your troubles to him in the dark!
Roll your burdens upon Him...
He sees in the dark, it is as day to Him!

Go one dear ones in boldness and confidence
This is what I have been realizing
For God that holds the universe watches over me!
~Every move YOU make~
He is near...
Emanuel
"God With Us"

Keep your Lantern's trimmed, and filled with oil'

You are never alone,
Blessings,
Living From Glory To Glory

Snow Wonder...

It's No Wonder...

Wonder where (not underwear you silly goose)

All the Time Goes?

Have you ever been so very sick during a holiday season?

Well, if you ever have, you will learn this one thing;

You will do only what you can do and it will have to be good enough!

Many times we will have something that will hit ourselves;

Or another one of our loved ones. And then we have to stop and take stock!

Sometimes you may have to eat just plain old canned chicken noodle soup

with crackers and cheese!

Some of you ladies are so great at making holidays and birthdays 

such special occasions. I have always felt a bit lacking sometimes.

But a quick detour on a roller coaster ride of health issues,

Can make you quickly realize what is needed and what else is fluff.

Life can be filled with great joy and sorrow

side by side...

I have been so weary and tired, yet by God's great Grace

A new day comes and a bit of strength returns!

My focus has changed in so many areas anymore.

As you run your race, as we both well know it's what we must do;

Keep your eyes on the prize...

Don't look at your feet for you will surely stumble!

Just hold tight to the Baton you hold in your hand!

Oh, and if you feel a bit lonely at times it is completely normal,

For this is not our home!

Oh, and if you are moving a bit slower some days no worries;

Even if you drive over the speed limit, they will still

Pass you like you're sitting still!

Take those extra few moments to get your motor running!

Enjoy!

Relax!

De-Stress!

~laugh till you cry~

As Always, It is By Grace...

Love,

 Living From Glory To Glory

If You are interested in how to make these adorable Snowmen

Here is the link;

Snowmen

Why We Need To Have Boundaries, And How To Make Them...

Boundaries...

Why are so many people powerless to set boundaries?

Most the time is because we do not want to hurt another person's feelings;

Knowing your own personal boundaries will keep you healthy!

Knowing what is my stuff gives me freedom!

There are things and people that will try to diminish you!

Learning to be able to tell others what "YOUR  BOUNDARIES ARE"

This is key...

Have you ever heard someone say, well they never told me that!

People cannot read your mind!

You also can not assume!

We must learn are own comfort and safe zones.

Being able to say I am not comfortable with this;

Behavior

Rudeness

Manipulation

Knowing your boundaries helps you,

And in the long run, it helps others!

We are not responsible for other adults boundaries.

But if you do not take care of your own perimeters

You will open the gate to wolves!

No one can do certain things for us!

People will try to lay all their burdens upon you!

We are all called to carry our own burdens!

So many people are just plain irresponsible, and then we are backed into a corner,

If only you will say enough and NO to certain things!

Look, it's your home and your life;

Believe that you have a right and an obligation to keep certain things out!

The reason a good fence has a gate you can open is so you can let the

GOOD IN

And keep the

BAD OUT

If you don't, you might as well put a revolving door on the front of your home.

God limits what He will allow in His Yard!

He guards His house and will not allow evil to live there.

I learned many years ago to set boundaries!

We do not have to be a door mat for everything that comes along.

Our Words will have to be our defense for setting boundaries!

NO...

That behavior is not acceptable

Drinking

Smoking (cigarettes, pot)

Foul language

Touch

We can say these things with a voice of ownership!

Mean what you say

Passivity will never set boundaries, but will keep you stuck and  you will become resentful!

I had a problem years ago with someone who always brought their dog

Huge dog and he always would pee on my floors!

I finally told them nicely that it was not going to work for me any more.

Guess what, they never came back;

They were mad at me forever!

Yes, it was sad, but that was the beginning of finding my voice and knowing

My limits and my boundaries...

Being honest or truthful will hurt someone!

But the truth will set you free.

Preserving our own soul from wolves that desire to kill us!

Being aggressive for the right to keep our homes safe and our hearts healthy!

Stress and saying yes to everything makes one weak and vulnerable!

Take heart, we are more than overcomes!

I am thankful that in this season of my life I have very few people who

try to manipulate or diminish me, we have a sweet family and friends!

Keep watch and learn how to set healthy, safe boundaries for yourself!

Blessings To All

And To All A Safe And Healthy Life...

Living From Glory To Glory

What Will Your Hands Be Remembered For...

 

What will your hands be remembered for?

What do you have in your hands?

If I would just stop and take a moment to look down at my hands

Throughout my day, I would have a better account for my time.

My hands may appear to be idle if I have them folded in prayer;

But, that is one of the greatest purpose of our hands.

Some days my hands are dried out from washing so many dishes;

But, I give thanks for the people to cook for and the foods we eat!

My hands have colored with a little child and no worries

about staying within the lines.

I have massaged many achy backs and tension headaches.

The power of touch is healing in itself!

How many times have you poured something to refresh a loved one!

My cup overflows...

How many words were penned with your hands,

Letters of encouragement are needed.

I wear a wedding ring that reminds of a promise

To love and to cherish...

Holding another persons hand that needs assurance and support!

By holding a drowning person's hand, you will save a life...

Theirs and Yours

Hands to steady a beginners first step, to helping balancing

And elderly one from falling...

May your heart be full with what you hold in your hand...

I leave you all with this thought;

~Be Kind~

 For Everyone Is Fighting A Hard Battle...

As Always, I thank you for visiting this Blog

May it inspire and challenge all of us, if only just a little bit!

Love,

Living From glory To Glory

Sunny Disposition...

Sunflowers...

~Hello Sunshine~

I have noticed that many people really respond to a sunny disposition!

When you feed the sweet spot of being a happy person,

Being happy is not always a natural disposition.

I try daily to make a choice to have a good disposition;

I wanted to share a thought I had today about just putting on a fake smile

Or an attitude that is just plain put on.

Are you just pretending to be happy or loving?

May, I suggest that you might review your words and heart attitude;

Because I think we need to know we are being true to real gratitude!

I remember the movie called Angry Birds

Not really sure what it was all about;

But I know that I am seeking to overcome the doom and gloom

That prevails our culture

Where is your sweet spot?

Being present in each season or day and make the decision to

choose a sunny disposition.

I do not want to be in a position that I have many regrets;

Of missing all that truly matters.

I send out this letter to all that desire to be filled with hope and grace!

Everything does not have to be perfect!

But your heart and disposition must put off the fragrance of love!

Being challenged in times of business or stress or sickness;

Does not need to rule the resolve to be Sunny in all situations!

Not by power, or might, but by my Spirit

Thus sayeth the scripture...

~Christ being formed in me~

Humbly, growing in grace and endurance and love...

Living From Glory To Glory

Blessings...

Feast Or Famine And Autumn Has Come Again...

Fall...

~Falling for Fall~

There is just something so inviting about seasonal wreaths!

Decorating for each season is a very easy way to keep your home

Interesting and homey.

I found some beautiful, rich burgundy and gold swirl placemats to use

for my dinner table. I love to use tablecloths and placemats in my kitchen.

And if you use a formal dining area, it is just so beautiful.

The leaves are changing and falling off!

But they do not seem to be the least worried over the change.

When all your children have grown up and have left home,

To start their own families it is what we hoped they would of achieved.

So when you have those special times when the whole family comes together;

It is always what we call a full house ...

We have full beds and makeshift beds on the floor.

We have large quantities of food and goodies.

We are either feast or famine!

Learning to adapt and to overcome all changes is so important!

I know longer spend my time micro managing others...

I have seen over the years we are in these two modes

The Famine is the most common;

Everyone is busy working or unavailable.

They days of families getting together for a family meal often is

not so common any more.

The nucleus family dynamics have changed!

You may even feel lonely, as you miss the family closeness.

The Feast mode comes during holidays

Birthdays

Seasonal get together's

Times of transitions

There are so many things you can do to enjoy each mode;

Set your heart and mind first of all!

Choose to enjoy each mode!

Enjoy the famine time to rest and to enjoy quiet things

Enjoy the feast mode, with all the business and laughter and messes!

But always allow for yourself and your spouse a bit of space!

We need that, but I can say when everyone leaves:

The house is way too quiet!

As Always...

Living From Glory To Glory

Keeping A Watchful Eye, Or Shall I Say Eyes...

 

Seriously---Seriously

Now is the time to make sure you have your eyes in your head,

And looking in the right direction...

You remember the saying:

"I have eyes in the back of my head"

Well, you better be using them!

Things are ramping up...

The North wind will be blowing!

But we must keep our eyes on the SON

One thing you can be sure of in the days of Apostasy;

They will become more and more apparent!

As a Mother and Grandmother, I take my role to heart!

Making sure I pray for their safety and for them to walk away

From lies and deceptions...

But this world is filled with smoke and mirrors;

We are not seeing what is really there anymore.

It just teaches me, to be watchful!!

Be aware of your surroundings..

Evil purposes lurk in the very places we might have felt safe.

Keep Your Heart With All Diligence

Pray for all your loved ones to be in the TRUTH...

Error and Deception are trying to lead many astray...

One Prayer I have earnestly taken to heart is this...

Lord, Please open my eyes to any lies or deception or false doctrine

That I may be believing or trusting in!

The Great I Am will answer a prayer like that one!

Just sending out a bit of WARNING here Dear Ones

As Always,

Living From Glory To Glory

~By His Grace~