31 Days of Five Minute Free Writes - Day 7 Love

Love.....Oops ....I missed a day's writing but that's OK, I was too busy loving those around me. It was a beautiful spring day and I had a surprise picnic planned for my daughter's 18th .

 She had been busy with exams the last few weeks and has more exams starting next week so the pressure of planning her own party was taking its toll. 

I decided to take that pressure off her and planned a couple of surprise events to celebrate with those she loves and loves being around. So far so good...she has had three surprise events which have been small enough for her to really enjoy the company of those there. Not one of those big parties where you hardly get to chat to anyone in a meaningful way. 

I am loving the element of surprise for each event and loved our day in the park yesterday...

I loved watching the teens from the youth group connect with each other and loved seeing my little nephew run wild and free and pick flowers for his cousin and his daddy at the the birthday picnic. 

31 Days of Five Minute Free Writes - Day 6 Possible

Possible....yes, with Him all things are possible! 

Have you ever been in a situation where things seem impossible?

 We have many times and what keeps us going is believing in Him who says all things are possible. Which voice are you listening to?

 The voice of truth or the liar....

When the lies dominate its easy to be fearful, but when we listen to the voice of the loving Father whose ways are far beyond what we can imagine or dream of , there is hope and there is peace and all things are possible. 

Keep believing and trust that He knows what you are going through and He is the one who makes a way where there seems no other....

there is nothing impossible for Him. 

31 Days of Five Minute Free Writes - Day 5 Home

Home....it's good to home tonight with all my loved ones gathered around. Some of them were away for the weekend and I always feel more settled once they are all home safe and sound. Today was a busy day, a full day of work for me away from home. Tonight feels just right. Home cooked meal and everyone relaxing at home. 

My little nephew has spent a lot of time in our home too since birth, and often has sleep overs here. I love that he feels at home here and he knows where everything is. His special plates and cups, his blankets and the books that he loves his big cousin to read to him. The box full of cars that my big guys once played with and the cupboard where his favorite food is found. Last week he told me he has a swimming pool at home and I asked if it was new? His answer was, no, but this is also his home and we are family so he does have a pool! I love the four year old logic.

31 Days of Five Minute Free Writes - Day 4 Embrace

Embrace....a while ago we watched a show on tv where a woman was feeling somewhat out of sorts. She asked someone to hug her really tight. It worked, she soon felt much  better and in control.

Sometimes my daughter demands to hug me really tight just when she sees I am stressing a bit...it really helps!

 An embrace can be powerful and can make everything OK . 

Remember to hug your children often.

 Ask for a hug if you need one.  

Hugs are good for you and oh so necessary. 

They boost serotonin levels and strengthen the immune system, release muscle tension and strengthen connections. 

Have you had a hug today? 

31 Days of Five Minute Free Writes - Day 3 Capture

Capture...to gain control over or exert influence over

Yes, as the Message says so beautifully, the world is unprincipled,  its dog-eat-dog and the world does not fight fair. But we don't live or fight our battles that way. We use our powerful God given tools to tear down barriers against the truth of God and demolish corrupt culture, smash warped philosophies, and tear down barriers against His word. Take CAPTIVE every loose thought , emotion and impulse and align it with His word. 

I am a great believer in recognizing and taking CAPTIVE the thoughts that would seek to destroy who we are in Him. 

31 Days of Five Minute Free Writes - Day 2 Family

Family, yes a gift I treasure and am thankful for. They are the ones who stick together through thick and thin. I am so grateful for my hubby who is wise, calm and collected when I am not; my boys who are wise like their dad and funny; my daughter who is one of my best friends. 

I am blessed with a wonderful, prayerful mother and a caring and wise father too and the best siblings in the world. Yes! God knew what He was doing when He gave the amazing gift of this particular family to me. 

31 Days of Five Minute Free Writes - Day 1 Calling

Calling.... yes so much calling for my attention over these last few weeks. I had intended to write on my blog more regularly over a month ago, yet my attention has been called to more pressing things. 

My extended family have needed me, my daughter has been through a grueling few weeks of prelim exams and I have taken on some work. Called and pulled in many directions but that is more than OK as people are my calling. I feel most satisfied when I can be there for others and care for them. I was never called to be a high powered career woman and that is just fine with me. Are you called to care and be there for your loved ones too? Its messy, its busy, its wonderful and fulfilling.