A Fresh Perspective

Well, one of my best friends buried her mom today. It hurt so bad, but I feel so good because I know her mom was saved and is now resting in God's loving arms. I can truly say, without a doubt, that she was an angel here on earth. Her mom was only 61...she was killed in a car accident (hit by a police) on Monday. I will always remember how loving she was and how much she truly loved and wanted to see everyone saved. Her homegoing celebration was packed...people were standing up. It makes me happy to know that she touched so many people's lives.

I always wonder why it takes death to make people realize that life is so short. You can leave home in the morning, and never make it back. I don't want to die anytime soon, not because I'm scared, but because I want to see my great great great great great great great grandchildren. I want to see my legacy. This may scare some of you, but I believe in spirits...good and bad. I know that if I did leave soon, I would be able to look down and "protect" my children, but I want to be able to hold them and hug them. I tell my friends, family, etc. that I love them because I do. I never want to leave this earth without having said "I love you" to those that I truly love. Those three words are always taken for granted. If I could ask God three questions they would be:
1. Why do people hurt each other?
2. Is there a way to know if I am one of the "elect few"?
3. Has my mansion been prepared?

I tell everyone that I know, I am not going to hell for you. Don't ask me to lie for you, cheat for you, or steal for you. I can put myself in hell by doing my own wrongdoings...no matter how much I love you, I am not sacrificing my soul for you. Husband and Children included. Now, I will sacrifice my life to save my husband and/or my children.

God has given me a destiny to walk in...I feel greatness. I've felt it since I was a child. I have so many talents that God has richly blessed me with, yet, I am afraid of success. There, I said it, I am scared of actually "making it". I try many things, but I never really feel that I am a part of anything great so I don't keep at it. My blessing/my calling/my ministry is to help people through words. I love people and I love writing poetry, short stories, encouraging words. Yes, there are some idiots in the world, but overall, most people are really good. I love to "counsel" people. I love to see people achieve greatness. I love to help push people to their destiny. There are many people that want encouraging, yet, they don't have anyone to do so for them. I don't know why the people I've met in my life have come across my path, but I do know that I learned something from each and every one of them and from each and every situation/circumstand that I have been put in. Praises be to God. He is so good! There is none greater than the Almighty One!

Sometimes I get so depressed because I feel so alone, and then I remember, that I am only alone because I make myself feel that way. I am now reminding myself that I am made in His image...which means that I have great power within me. It's up to me to use that power to propel myself to the greatness and abundance that God has given me. Glory be to God!
Here are my affirmations:
1. I have sold out Brookline
2. I am able to take vacations
3. I have paid my house note to a ZERO balance
4. My health is intact
5. I am surrounded by positive people
6. The word that I speak and the actions that I take will be used in the highest and best use possible
7. I no longer have a car note
8. My husband is driving a reliable car
9. My student loans are at a ZERO balance
10. My credit cards are at a ZERO balance

My charge to anyone reading this right now, is to not let negativity take you over...overtake negativity by thinking positive and acting and walking in the goodness of God. God is truly all that we need in this world, for if we have Him FIRST, everything else -- money, cars, homes, health, friends, family -- will be added unto us. Isn't that awesome to know that all you have to do is walk in God's favor, and you will have your heart's desires?!
Blessed Be!

Prayer request -- Ford family

Father God, we come to you right now with humble hearts and mind. We know that you are the maker of everything and the ruler of all. We know that there is none greater than you. We understand that you can handle any of our problems, frustrations, and sadness. There is nothing that you will bring us to that you won't take us through. In the name of Jesus, we ask a special anointing upoin the Ford family. We know that you hear the desires of their hearts -- to move back to the states, Lord. We know that you can see well into the future and can count every hair upon our individual heads. We know that you can open any door that man closes and close any door that man opens. We know that you hear the prayers of the righteous. Before we go any further in our requests, we ask that you forgive us of any sins that we have willingly committed (thought, word, and action). Lord, you are our all and all. You are the deliverer. You are the restorer. You are the peace-giver. You are the one that brings joy to our hearts. Father, you said in your word, that where two or more agree in your holy and righteous name, you will be in the midst of it. So right now Father, we ask that you grant the request for the Ford family. Not as we will it, Lord, but as you will it. Nothing is impossible for you. If we believe and have the faith, you will act accordingly. Lord, God, you are so good. Your holy spirit is so comforting. Your son is made of love, peace, and joy. I am honored to be your child.
Thank you, Father God, for hearing my prayer. From my lips to your hears. We count it done in Jesus's name.
Amen

God Is So Good

The devil is trying hard to take away my joy, but I refuse to submit to negativity and sadness. Here is how I've been attacked so far:
1. One of my clients/friends decided to take her home off the market for rent (another agent convinced her that she could sell the home for her. That's great but the only problem is that she had only lived in the home for less than 3 months, it's in a brand spanking new neighborhood, and the homes are starting at $160k -- she paid $167k-ish so her home will be listed a lot higher than someone could build a home for)
2. My washing machine, that we bought October 2007, is smoking somewhere on the inside of the machine! It's a Maytag and I will NEVER EVER EVER buy another Maytag product again. In October 2007, about a week after we brought the machine home, it broke down needing a new timer. It took forever for us to get someone to service the machine, and now that it's been over a year we can forget about customer service. That pretty much went out the window along with the "Enjoy your product, Mrs. Smith" as we were walking out of Home Depot. We spent about $400 on this machine and it broke within a year. The last washer we had for almost 10 years, and only paid $175. Name is definitely not everything!!!! I am going to call around and see how much it is going to cost to fix the washer. This should be interesting.

On the bright side, I did get some of my "dream book" accomplished. I am visualizing myself having 2-3 Uppercase Living Open Houses per month. This product is so awesome, I can't see how anyone can pass up the opportunity. I have a great sponsor, Jannifer Stoddard, who is one of the most giving people I've come across in direct sales. She's in Boise and I'm in Atlanta, yet, she still gives me great support and communicates wonderfully. We're both internet savvy so I can't wait for her to share her knowledge with me.

One of my best friends, Meka Johnson, is part of a wonderful paraben-free skincare company called Beauty Society. Check out her site! Meka and I have known each other for just about 2 years, but we became really really close in 2008. She's my inspiration to be all that I can be. When I want to quit, she tells me to continue and at least make a real attempt at reaching my goals. She's located in Texas, but it feels like she's next door.

God has truly blessed me with some wonderful people in my life, and for that I am grateful!

It's Official!

I am a brand new Uppercase Living Demonstrator. I officially joined the company, December 29th, but I felt that this first post would be a great welcome to the new year. I welcome you to peruse the online catalog and even host an online open house or an in-home demonstration. If you are full of creativity, but like affordable simplicity, then Uppercase Living will be a great addition to your lifestyle as well.
Let's Shine in '09!