Lilacs And The Love Of Peace And Quiet...

Finding Peace...

I will be the first one to tell you this about myself;

I love having a peaceful and quiet home!

And as you all well know,

Life has a way of becoming loud and busy!

The other night we were all siting down and watching a movie;

And snap, crackle and pop

It started to hail!

Our daughter and her family have come for a visit,

And she has six children, two dogs, and a cat!

Now it is so busy here!

I love seeing the grandchildren and talking with them!

But I feel like my bed is calling me at 8:30 pm

I have written about this very thing of

feast or famine in my days!

It all may just be a part of getting older!

 I always have so many ideas and plans rolling around in my head.

 But implementing them has become a challenge.

I am learning to enjoy the busy moments!

It's just that my body does not always go along with this mode of thinking!

I find myself thinking more and more about hiring some help;

Someone I could be a blessing to, and yet have some help!!

It takes me way longer to clean as when I was a younger women.

Maybe this might be a season to declutter and rethink as to how,

I may keep my house clean!

I cleaned homes for others as a young mother,

It was a blessing to receive payment for doing housework!

Even after a day in town shopping, I find myself tired!

Yet, when it is to quiet!

I feel a sense of loneliness...

Finding peace can seem allusive;

But it is always there,

~ just quiet your heart and close your eyes even but for a moment~

Much Love...

Clean Thinking And Living...

Why we are told to think on everything lovely...

The human mind has become the dumping grounds;

Just think of all the trash you have heard or seen in the last month!

Scary and unnerving if you dwell upon it!

But, we must learn to sort out the clean from the filthy;

We were given a conscience to help guide us and keep us on track.

Do I have to listen to all the bad stuff?

Must I be exposed to all the darkness?

Heard any bad, rude or crude jokes lately?

Did you see a commercial that made you blush?

The world talks about clean eating;

Ha, what about clean thinking and living!!

People care more about eating the right foods

 then what their spiritual hearts are being exposed to!

If there is one thing I am truly praying to overcome is saying

NO

To the airwaves of garbage and to what the world calls

eye candy.

Lovely is kind and morally pure.

Many think that it is okay to share every private detail with you!

A wise woman learns to be discrete, but also practices it daily!

Going to the library use to be fairly safe;

But now days the books are laced with infidelity and sin!

I always dread summer, and the fact of all the immodestly dressed women.

I enjoy seeing ladies dress pretty and summery;

But without seeing all the flesh, the three B's

BUST

BACK

BUTT

Do All Things With Love

They way you think!

The way you dress!

The way you share your private matters!

Are you sure your house is built upon the Rock;

And not the sinking sand!

Do not become seared to what is unclean;

Be watchful, guard your hearts and eyes!

As Always...

Because He Lives,

I can face tomorrow...

Love, Roxy

Living From Glory To Glory

Do You Have The Right To Say What You Think...

I Say What I Think

There are many people that think and boast that this a fine quality!

They call this being honest, and feel they have the right to fling words,

around like they were spreading fertilizer on their spring grass.

With no thought of whom they might wound or harm...

Did you know that even fertilizer can kill a wild grass or a tender new shoot?

Saying what you think can be downright cruel!

Our thoughts and words are not to be used as a reckless means of communications!

Be mindful of the words you speak;

Be not like the lion seeking to whom he may devour!

There are ways to say and speak our minds, with tack!

And also will bring a sweet balm...

We have no right to leave a trail of;

Bad Humor

Jealousy

Critical Words

Miserable with oneself

Speaking our evil thoughts and hurtful words!

Beware...

I have heard it said, I have earned my right to speak my mind!

NOT TRUE

We are told to grow in wisdom and grace.

I grieve when I remember a few times when a women spewed her mind,

(And they said; "what's her problem")

Her problem is this;

She is mad, has not learned self control, is abusive with her words!

Learning to take every thought captive is what I desire to accomplish!

Even if it requires biting my tongue!

Because bitter words, never produce good!

Words lovingly and softly spoken will bring a better outcome!

Sometimes, this is just not always easy;

This is why it is important to be well rested and eating well,

So you do not become a grumpy person!

As always sharing with you what I am learning or have learned the hard way!

Hugs...

Roxy

Living From Glory To Glory Blog

Do You Allow Your Struggles To Define You...

~What Defines You~

I have seen so many people who have gone through a struggle;

And they are having such a hard time with it,

And they have become the struggle...

What happens is everything is on the timeline of the struggle.

Trust me, I know this to be true in my own life;

And I have seen it consume the life of many.

Look the struggle does not ever go away;

Even if you get through this struggle, another one is on its way!

I have always loved the scripture that Joy comes in the morning!

Because if you will take each day in the struggle and purpose,

In your heart to live life even if you're dying or very sick.

Look mortality rate in at about 100%

But, I figure if I am going to live my days out;

I have purposed in my heart to pray to not allow anything

That is bad to define me.

I have learned the hard way to not burden everyone else with my woes!

I share with only a few people that we have the love and privilege

To help one another, but even then after a while it will become a weariness!

Each day is a new day with the chance to have a new beginning!

As humans we get a picture of what we hear and read in our heads.

I do not want to be known for my woes and sickness or troubles!

So even in my stage of life I want to be a joy to be around;

Not my woes and pain or struggles!

We all have them and as a Christian it has seemed to be a battle going on!

But if there was no battle we would not have any victories!!

Please pray about this word of wisdom;

I wrote it to encourage you!!

Do Not Allow The Battle To Define YOU...

Do Not Allow Fear To Define YOU

~MAY THE TRUTH OF GOD DEFINE YOU~

As Always...

Hugs and a Blessing to each of you that may read this letter!

Living From Glory To Glory

Learning To Adjust And To Wait While In Transition...

Sometimes we will find ourselves in the middle of two seasons.

Then again we will find ourselves in the middle of two situations.

Many times we will not have an immediate transition;

But rather a slow process...

It gives us a chance to adjust

We learn patience, as we wait for the completion.

We will find ourselves in the process of waiting most our days!

When we are in the end days of winter, we can hardly wait for Spring!

When we are in the dog days of Summer, we look forward to winter!

Adapting to change is a powerful witness!

We will say as good Christians;

God's timing is perfect...

But are attitude and actions speak a different story.

There are ways to make the best of our time and response to

all the waiting we will do in our lifetime!

Time to be born and a time to die...

Firstly, we must pray, look to your Father and tell Him your concerns!

Take the opportunities given to say something that holds truth!

Stop complaining...

Lord, set a guard over my mouth!

Find peace in staying put, till God moves you!

When I leave the house, I take along a pretty bag;

Keep this bag, by your purse!

Content Ideas

 Note cards to write little encouragement cards.

Keep a good book or magazine in your bag.

Always have a snack of nuts or power bars to eat.

(When you're hungry you can get Hangry) (Hungry) (Smiles)

Keep bottled water in your bag.

I  always try to be prepared to wait...

Are You In The Process Of Change?
Have You Learned To Wait Well?

Blessings,
Always...
Living From Glory To Glory

Redemption...

Redemption

In Him we have redemption through His blood,

the forgiveness of sins, according to the riches of His grace.

Ephesians 1:7

Redemption in Christ because His blood is the ransom price,

that was paid!

The work of Christ by which we are freed from eternal separation,

from Him and eternal life and glory.

And to be able to repent and ask for forgiveness of our sins!

Please remind yourself that coloring eggs, chocolate bunnies,

And a feast prepared is not the focal point!

But, rather believing in the Resurrection of Jesus Christ!

He Is Alive...

Wishing you all a pleasant and beautiful Springtime!

And all that makes life beautiful...

Why it is so important to grasp hold of the powerful reason,

God gave us seasons...

We would be uninspired if all days and months were the same.

As Jesus arose from the dead,

 We can see new life all around us each spring time!

Make each day special

Encourage someone

Be a ray of sunshine towards another

Preach the Gospel by the way you live your life...

I enjoyed making a couple springtime bunnies for my 

decor along side a springtime platter.

It is truly the little things that make a difference;

And it is usually the little things that people remember us for!

Bigger and more expensive is just that

Big and Expensive

~Small and meaningful goes a long way~

Blessings;

Living From Glory To Glory

Concept And Reality...

Concept and Reality

Life is filled with this very dilemma;

Let me explain what I mean, when I look at this phrase.

~Concept And Reality~

There is these amazing ideas (I will call the concept)

Then when I go for the gusto, in these concepts,

 this funny thing will happen (I will call the reality)

Examples

Lets buy a camper and explore our great state CONCEPT

We almost go off a very steep cliff

 (imagine The movie Cliff Hanger) REALITY

Lets get some lovely fake nails CONCEPT

They look great for a few days, till you realize there a pain,

Then you try to remove them and you ruin your real nails. REALITY

Really I could go on for many more examples;

But I will spare you...

Truly this is a a real thing that happens to us all!

Look, I want beauty and adventure like the next gal;

But I have learned to sometimes hold back and look at each

decision with a bit more depth of cause and effect.

That's why even commercials spend what they spend to draw us in.

I watched this infra commercial last night that had this little

air spray gun for applying your face make-up!

I would have all my flaws covered and I would look 10 years younger!

~CONCEPT~

I kid you not, I wanted it so bad and it was only $19.95.

But, I could only envision spraying it in my eye and looking like 

a zebra in streaked lines all over my face.

and looking like I was having a very bad make-up day

~REALITY~

So there you have it;

 I am trying to be better in making decisions and choices!

I could write a book on this very subject.

If I have learned one thing in my life it is this...

There is a huge difference in the way things go in the real world;

My concept

And the real reality...

We laugh and yet we learn that things are not always as they seem!

Learn, and Live and Laugh

Life is to short not to try a few new things,

Just don't be to disappointed when it doesn't work out...

Living from Glory to Glory

And living from concept to reality

~SMILES~

Listen For The Bird Song In A Season Of Affiction...

Bird Song

I am so happy to be hearing the first spring songs being sung from

some very happy birds within our yard!

I have been so needing some cheer!

If their is one thing,I am so blessed to have and to be able to give;
Well, it's encouragement!

There are so many different ways we can encourage others.
And as we know we can even encourage ourselves in the Lord!

Have you learned yet to sing when in a trial?
Or when adversity hits right between the eyes?
Have you learned to sing in the fire?

I believe this day that we have a choice;
I have not always made the best choice on some rough days.
But, glory to God, I get a chance to do it right today.

Do you feel that you are a square peg?
Well, I know that I am so different as each of you are!
The enemy always tries to take our peace;
But, we know that if your a round peg, you will fit right in!

Don't give up, plod on and lean in to what is good and holy!
Don't buy the wares of a world that is perishing.

Make time to listen for the birdsong that is singing this fine day...
Have you stopped to be in the moment of praise and a thankful heart?

Are you just going through the motions in this season?
Well, if that is all you can do, hang on!
For remember JOY comes in the morning!

Once you come through the trial or season of affliction;
I can say this one thing;
You will be more humble and filled with a new wonder.

When you go through trials and just live a long life
YOU LEARN

What will you do with this knowledge?

Choose to be an encourager to others...
Stand For The Truth...
Take pleasure in the simple things...
Read the Psalms...
Be content with WHAT you have;
Trust the Word,
 money will not buy you love, or contentment...

Whatever my lot, the Lord has taught me to say;
~It Is Well With My Soul~

Growing in Grace
Praying For Mercy
Living From Glory To Glory

I appreciate each and everone of you that take the time to read
This blog, that has been a joy to write and share from my heart!

Thank You...