Oh Happy Day!

Don't faint! I am actually blogging again today.  Just wanted to make mention of something, especially since I posted what I did yesterday. Shortly after I had entered that post, I had a talk with someone who encouraged me to stay in my shop until the end of the year, and actually made it possible for me to do so. One of the main reasons I have felt the need to leave the shop was the financial strain it has been to keep a place and utilities, yet had not been able to spend the proper time to be productive to create the funds to merit having it. However, God knew my heart was devestated at the thought of having to depart right here at the beginning of the best season for my goodies.  So now, with this made possible for me to at least remain until the end of the year, we will know by then what our future plans will be concerning keeping it or letting it go. I just want to be happy. My heart feels blessed today, and since my sweet momma is here for a few days, we are going to be working in the shop today getting some more things organized and in order, and my hopes are that by next week, I will be able to start production and sales, which will be mainly by taking orders, but there are a few new ideas in mind that might be put into action, too. We shall see. All I know is that I am very happy with this opportunity and plan to make the very best of it. If this body will just keep up, it will be great. :)

My Favorite Season

I love this time of year. The leaves start turning gorgeous colors, and the atmosphere just seems to come alive with magical feelings. When the air is crisp and the breeze is calm, and you just long to be out among the awesomess of all of the Autumn goodness. Seems that this season will bring some changes about for my life, that I did not intend, but must go forward with. Because of health issues that are beyond my control, I will not be able to continue with my plans and dreams of having a shop. I will not allow myself to feel defeated, but I cannot help but feel the stings of dissapointment and sadness as I come to a close in this chapter of my life. However, I will still do everything I feel up to doing in ways of crafting, baking and candy making to help with our income the best I can at this time. I must focus on getting healthier, and do everything I can to be less stressed. I want to be able to enjoy every blessed moment of this glorious season that is upon us, and to make memories with my girls that they will place in their hearts for safe keeping. Maybe  I will actually be able to devote the proper time and effort into having a blog.  Happy Fall, Y'all!

Just thankful, that's all.

Taking a moment to post my thankful thoughts, for life. I find it a bit more cherished these days, and am doing my best to make each day count. 2 years ago, I had a stroke that could have taken my life, but instead it has given me a new lease on life. I am so fortunate and blessed to be living with all mobility and for the most, a right mind. I can imagine some of you smiling and raising your eyebrows at that statement. Thats ok, though. I know you love me! And, I love you, too!

JUNE

It's my birthday month! Was just thinking about how fortunate I am to still have the opportunity to celebrate this event. Recently something very awesome dawned on me. It made so much sense! I realized that, I was born in the very middle of the year, the very middle of the month, and am right in the middle of my 2 sisters. Was a little startling at the accuracy of all of the " middle-ness". Suppose it is no secret that I am a pretty "middle of the road" kind of person in so many ways. With that all said, there is one area of my life that I truly do not wish to be found "in the middle" and that is in my faith and walk with God. I desire to be fully dedicated and striving to be all I can be as a true born again Christian.  May I always keep the joy of the Lord, for it truly is my strength. I pray that this is my best year yet, and it could very well be!

Randomness

Decided to visit the blog today, mainly so that I will remember the password and how to get on here. Really want to be a better blogger. I feel it would serve as a great theraputic method for this weary soul. I hope to be able to be more productive in many areas soon, and would love to become an inspiration to others who may need a little nudge in life to get moving. Heres to wishing anyone who may read this a very happy day!

God is my strength!

So thankful that when I am feeling weak in my spirit and flesh, I can be reminded that God will give me the strength that I need to make it. I remind myself of this very scripture several times a day. I take into consideration that it says ALL things, and that covers everything! What a great consolation for this weary soul to take comfort in.

Forgive and be forgiven

Have had to learn this lesson on many levels, and am just now getting to the last line of this little statement. For so long I thought that if I forgave someone for the pain they caused me, that I had to accept that what they did was ok. It makes a big difference when we can realize that the forgiveness is more for our benefit than for theirs. When we can come to terms that it is no longer going to take up residence in our hearts, then we can actually begin the healing process. I have to let it go, and forgive, so that I too can find forgiveness. But I do not have the capability to forget. However, I do have the choice of whether I allow myself to continually think about it, or move on. I have spent too long thinking about it, hashing out, trying to plead my cause of being understood, and now I choose to let it go and move on. Life is too short to waste precious moments on things so not worth my time. I am determined to win this one!