I had this prayer sent to me in an email, and I was really able to relate to it... I think we all get bogged down by focusing on the negative things in life, and its a great reminder to let it go and let God!!
The "Knots" Prayer
Dear God,
Please untie the knots that are in mind, my heart and my life.
Remove the have nots, can nots, and do nots that I have in my mind.
Erase the will nots, may nots, and might nots that find a home in my heart.
Release me from the could nots, would nots, and should nots that obstruct my life.
And most of all, Dear God, I ask that you remove from my mind, my heart and my life all the "am nots" that I have allowed to hold me back, especially the thought that I am not good enough.
AMEN.
Tuesday, January 26, 2010
Saturday, January 9, 2010
An Obituary
An Obituary printed in the London Times, I thought it was worth reading!
"Today we mourn the passing of a beloved old friend, Common Sense, who has been with us for many years. No one knows for sure how old he was, since his birth records were long ago lost in bureaucratic red tape. He will be remembered as having cultivated such valuable lessons as: Knowing when to come in out of the rain; Why the early bird gets the worm; Life isn't always fair; and maybe it was my fault.
Common Sense lived by simple, sound financial policies (don't spend more than you can earn) and reliable strategies (adults, not children, are in charge).
His health began to deteriorate rapidly when well-intentioned but overbearing regulations were set in place. Reports of a 6-year-old boy charged with sexual harassment for kissing a classmate; teens suspended from school for using mouthwash after lunch; and a teacher fired for reprimanding an unruly student, only worsened his condition.
Common Sense lost ground when parents attacked teachers for doing the job that they themselves had failed to do in disciplining their unruly children.
It declined even further when schools were required to get parental consent to administer sun lotion or an Aspirin to a student; but could not inform parents when a student became pregnant and wanted to have an abortion.
Common Sense lost the will to live as the churches became businesses; and criminals received better treatment than their victims.
Common Sense took a beating when you couldn't defend yourself from a burglar in your own home and the burglar could sue you for assault.
Common Sense finally gave up the will to live, after a woman failed to realize that a steaming cup of coffee was hot. She spilled a little in her lap, and was promptly awarded a huge settlement.
Common Sense was preceded in death, by his parents, Truth and Trust, by his wife, Discretion, by his daughter, Responsibility, and by his son, Reason...
He is survived by his 4 stepbrothers;
I Know My Rights
I Want It Now
Someone Else Is To Blame
I'm A Victim
Not many attended his funeral because so few realised he was gone.
If you still remember him, pass this on. If not, join the majority and do nothing."
Cheers.
"Today we mourn the passing of a beloved old friend, Common Sense, who has been with us for many years. No one knows for sure how old he was, since his birth records were long ago lost in bureaucratic red tape. He will be remembered as having cultivated such valuable lessons as: Knowing when to come in out of the rain; Why the early bird gets the worm; Life isn't always fair; and maybe it was my fault.
Common Sense lived by simple, sound financial policies (don't spend more than you can earn) and reliable strategies (adults, not children, are in charge).
His health began to deteriorate rapidly when well-intentioned but overbearing regulations were set in place. Reports of a 6-year-old boy charged with sexual harassment for kissing a classmate; teens suspended from school for using mouthwash after lunch; and a teacher fired for reprimanding an unruly student, only worsened his condition.
Common Sense lost ground when parents attacked teachers for doing the job that they themselves had failed to do in disciplining their unruly children.
It declined even further when schools were required to get parental consent to administer sun lotion or an Aspirin to a student; but could not inform parents when a student became pregnant and wanted to have an abortion.
Common Sense lost the will to live as the churches became businesses; and criminals received better treatment than their victims.
Common Sense took a beating when you couldn't defend yourself from a burglar in your own home and the burglar could sue you for assault.
Common Sense finally gave up the will to live, after a woman failed to realize that a steaming cup of coffee was hot. She spilled a little in her lap, and was promptly awarded a huge settlement.
Common Sense was preceded in death, by his parents, Truth and Trust, by his wife, Discretion, by his daughter, Responsibility, and by his son, Reason...
He is survived by his 4 stepbrothers;
I Know My Rights
I Want It Now
Someone Else Is To Blame
I'm A Victim
Not many attended his funeral because so few realised he was gone.
If you still remember him, pass this on. If not, join the majority and do nothing."
Cheers.
Saturday, January 2, 2010
Resolutions
HAPPY NEW YEAR EVERYONE!
I cannot believe how quickly 2009 came and went - its been a crazy year of adventures and learning, and growing personally for me. There have been lots of changes- new niece, new job in a new state, new roommate, new home to come home to, and thats just in my small world. We have all seen lots of changes this year! I am excited for what 2010 will bring - including hopefully grad school, 2 weddings, and lots of trips home.
One great thing about a new year is the chance to start fresh and change things for the better. In my life, there are certainly a few things that I would love to improve upon and scratch off on my bucket list. :D I wish everyone the best for this new year to come, and may God bless you and your families in ways you can't even imagine.
Cheers!
I cannot believe how quickly 2009 came and went - its been a crazy year of adventures and learning, and growing personally for me. There have been lots of changes- new niece, new job in a new state, new roommate, new home to come home to, and thats just in my small world. We have all seen lots of changes this year! I am excited for what 2010 will bring - including hopefully grad school, 2 weddings, and lots of trips home.
One great thing about a new year is the chance to start fresh and change things for the better. In my life, there are certainly a few things that I would love to improve upon and scratch off on my bucket list. :D I wish everyone the best for this new year to come, and may God bless you and your families in ways you can't even imagine.
Cheers!
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