I used to worry. I used to worry about everything. I used to worry about the world, about my kids, about my husband, my parents, my siblings, nieces & nephews. I used to worry about my friends. I used to worry about what people thought. If it could be worried about, I used to worry about it.
It all started when I was pregnant with Carter and 9-11 happened. My worry grew more when I had a few issues and had to be on bed rest with Carter. Then, when Carter was born my worry grew and grew and grew....and grew. Every and Anything under the sun, I worried.
Then comes a miscarriage, then more kids and more worrying.
People don't like me, I worried.
People think negatively, I worried.
Kids safety, I worried.
Health, worry.
I didn't worry normal worries either. I worried just to worry. Worry, worry, worry. One little thing could be blown way out of proportion in a matter of seconds, all in my mind.
I became sick of worrying. And Sick from worrying.
God freed me.
I am free.
I don't worry like I used to.
I am not anxious like I used to be.
Thank you Jesus!
I'm not gonna worry
I'm not gonna fret
I'm not gonna contemplate or speculate on things that haven't happened yet.
No worries.
Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. -Phil 4:6-7
“Therefore I tell you, do not worry about your life, what you will eat or drink; or about your body, what you will wear. Is not life more than food, and the body more than clothes? Look at the birds of the air; they do not sow or reap or store away in barns, and yet your heavenly Father feeds them. Are you not much more valuable than they?" -Matthew 6:25-26
God's got it.
Don't Worry.
There's nothing to worry about.
People don't like me? Oh well, your loss.
People think negatively? Oh well, your loss.
Kids? Jesus has got it!
Jobs? Family? Health? Marriage? Security? Fears? Don't worry. Don't be afraid.
Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid. -John 14:27
God's got it.
Give it to Him.
Leave it with him.
Take a chill pill.
Relax.
Don't worry.
September 14, 2011
September 9, 2011
YOU DELIVER ME
Deliver Me!
1 Samuel 26:24 -"As surely as I valued your life today, so may the LORD value my life and deliver me from all trouble.”
Job 6:23 -"deliver me from the hand of the enemy, rescue me from the clutches of the ruthless"
Psalm 6:4 -"Turn, LORD, and deliver me; save me because of your unfailing love"
Psalm 31:1- "In you, LORD, I have taken refuge; let me never be put to shame; deliver me in your righteousness."
Psalm 71:2- "In your righteousness, rescue me and deliver me; turn your ear to me and save me."
2 Kings 17:39- "Rather, worship the LORD your God; it is he who will deliver you from the hand of all your enemies.”
Jeremiah 15:21- “I will save you from the hands of the wicked and deliver you from the grasp of the cruel.”
This song makes me emotional every time I hear it! Deep as the ocean, Bright as rain This powerful emotion lifts me up above the planes It's taken me to places I never thought I'd go Showing me a grace I never thought I'd know When I feel like I can't go on You deliver me When the road is winding and way too long You deliver me You deliver me I feel like a sinner, my sins have been washed clean I'm absolutely given, this heart has never seen I must be forgiven sometimes asking why I was chosen to be given you in this life When I feel like I can't go on You deliver me When the road is winding and way too long You deliver me You deliver me When there's a distance Between what I am and who I want to be You deliver me
1 Samuel 26:24 -"As surely as I valued your life today, so may the LORD value my life and deliver me from all trouble.”
Job 6:23 -"deliver me from the hand of the enemy, rescue me from the clutches of the ruthless"
Psalm 6:4 -"Turn, LORD, and deliver me; save me because of your unfailing love"
Psalm 31:1- "In you, LORD, I have taken refuge; let me never be put to shame; deliver me in your righteousness."
Psalm 71:2- "In your righteousness, rescue me and deliver me; turn your ear to me and save me."
2 Kings 17:39- "Rather, worship the LORD your God; it is he who will deliver you from the hand of all your enemies.”
Jeremiah 15:21- “I will save you from the hands of the wicked and deliver you from the grasp of the cruel.”
This song makes me emotional every time I hear it! Deep as the ocean, Bright as rain This powerful emotion lifts me up above the planes It's taken me to places I never thought I'd go Showing me a grace I never thought I'd know When I feel like I can't go on You deliver me When the road is winding and way too long You deliver me You deliver me I feel like a sinner, my sins have been washed clean I'm absolutely given, this heart has never seen I must be forgiven sometimes asking why I was chosen to be given you in this life When I feel like I can't go on You deliver me When the road is winding and way too long You deliver me You deliver me When there's a distance Between what I am and who I want to be You deliver me
My Deals
I went to "Harvest Home" in Pewaukee which has quickly become one of my favorite stores/boutiques. They are having a big sidewalk sale.
Last but not least, I got an adorable Handbag/purse/All Purpose Bag. It cost more than the Chair and Cupcake Holders Combined, but was still on sale. It's one of those bags that I want to keep for myself, but I bought it with the intention of giving it to a certain someone for Christmas. Comes with a wristlet and has a couple of cloth compartments inside. SO CUTE!
I got 2 cupcake holders! $2 each!
Fits 2 Bakers Dozen
And then a got an adorable chair that I plan to paint and reupholster! Cost $3!
Last but not least, I got an adorable Handbag/purse/All Purpose Bag. It cost more than the Chair and Cupcake Holders Combined, but was still on sale. It's one of those bags that I want to keep for myself, but I bought it with the intention of giving it to a certain someone for Christmas. Comes with a wristlet and has a couple of cloth compartments inside. SO CUTE!
September 5, 2011
Let the Little Children Come
I can only imagine how happy this makes our Lord! I am addicted to this video this week. Brings me to tears & gives me goosebumps every time! It's one of those videos I want every one and their mom to see!!!! His passion is evident & not fake. I can feel it and see it. This is how our personal worship should be. Passionate love for our Savior! We can learn a lot from this precious little boy!
Jesus said, "Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of heaven belongs to such as these." Matthew 19:14
September 3, 2011
Flea Markets
I just discovered this TODAY! I am beyond ecstatic!
I. LOVE. FLEA. MARKETS.
Love em! Love em! Love em!!!!!!
I love flea market style! I love flea market bargains! I love flea market decor! I love flea market jewelry!
I love flea market KETTLE CORN! I love flea market smells! And now check this out!
I. LOVE. FLEA. MARKETS.
Love em! Love em! Love em!!!!!!
I love flea market style! I love flea market bargains! I love flea market decor! I love flea market jewelry!
I love flea market KETTLE CORN! I love flea market smells! And now check this out!
FLEA MARKET MAGAZINE
and
BLOG!!!
http://fleamarketstylemag.blogspot.com/
September 2, 2011
Nope, it's JUST a gut.
So 3 times in my life...3 random times...each years apart...I have received the dreaded, most awful question you can ever ask a woman when the answer is "NO".
Now years apart, probably because with seasons and hormones, emotions and circumstances, MOST women "fluctuate" in all different, kinds of ways.
Each time the question was by a WOMAN too! Ladies, aren't we supposed to stick together? Seriously.
More than motivate me, it makes me annoyed. Because each year it's tougher and tougher to be "hot" won't you say? (though I will keep trying anyway)
I consider myself quite confident, so I actually felt worse for the women when theyasked annoyingly spoke out this question.
If you are not sure of the answer, DON'T ASK! We all know this rule, do we not ladies?
Another thing...don't look down at a woman's stomach, then up, then glance down again. Cause it's not non-challant even though you think you are being discreet. You might as well just come out and pop the dreaded question.
You wear shirts that aren't fitted as to look more appropriate because quite frankly who wants to see that? But then those shirts look like tents off of your middle which cause the wondering. We just cannot win. (time for sit-ups)
But what we can do is realize we ALL come in different shapes & sizes. God says we are beautiful. AND last but NOT least "DO NOT ASK A WOMAN IF THEY ARE HAVING A BABY UNLESS YOU KNOW BEYOND A SHADOW OF A DOUBT THAT THE ANSWER IS YES!"
Now years apart, probably because with seasons and hormones, emotions and circumstances, MOST women "fluctuate" in all different, kinds of ways.
Each time the question was by a WOMAN too! Ladies, aren't we supposed to stick together? Seriously.
More than motivate me, it makes me annoyed. Because each year it's tougher and tougher to be "hot" won't you say? (though I will keep trying anyway)
I consider myself quite confident, so I actually felt worse for the women when they
If you are not sure of the answer, DON'T ASK! We all know this rule, do we not ladies?
Another thing...don't look down at a woman's stomach, then up, then glance down again. Cause it's not non-challant even though you think you are being discreet. You might as well just come out and pop the dreaded question.
You wear shirts that aren't fitted as to look more appropriate because quite frankly who wants to see that? But then those shirts look like tents off of your middle which cause the wondering. We just cannot win. (time for sit-ups)
But what we can do is realize we ALL come in different shapes & sizes. God says we are beautiful. AND last but NOT least "DO NOT ASK A WOMAN IF THEY ARE HAVING A BABY UNLESS YOU KNOW BEYOND A SHADOW OF A DOUBT THAT THE ANSWER IS YES!"
September 1, 2011
What Faith Can Do
Everybody falls sometimes
Gotta find the strength to rise
From the ashes and make a new beginning
Anyone can feel the ache
You think it’s more than you can take
But you're stronger, stronger than you know
Don’t you give up now
The sun will soon be shining
You gotta face the clouds
To find the silver lining
I’ve seen dreams that move the mountains
Hope that doesn’t ever end
Even when the sky is falling
I’ve seen miracles just happen
Silent prayers get answered
Broken hearts become brand new
That’s what faith can do
It doesn’t matter what you’ve heard
Impossible is not a word
It’s just a reason for someone not to try
Everybody’s scared to death
When they decide to take that step
Out on the water
It’ll be alright
Life is so much more
Than what your eyes are seeing
You will find your way
If you keep believing
I’ve seen dreams that move the mountains
Hope that doesn’t ever end
Even when the sky is falling
I’ve seen miracles just happen
Silent prayers get answered
Broken hearts become brand new
That’s what faith can do
Overcome the odds
You don't have a chance
(That’s what faith can do)
When the world says you can’t
It’ll tell you that you can!
This song will forever be one of my favorites as it was such a powerful song during such a tough time for my family in 2009/2010 with the events that surrounded my brother Andy's terrible car accident.
The faith God gave us and the strength we found in HIM was so amazing! Faith Healed Andy and brought him through a miracle as he overcame so many odds I cannot even begin to explain. There is nothing impossible with God!
Gotta find the strength to rise
From the ashes and make a new beginning
Anyone can feel the ache
You think it’s more than you can take
But you're stronger, stronger than you know
Don’t you give up now
The sun will soon be shining
You gotta face the clouds
To find the silver lining
I’ve seen dreams that move the mountains
Hope that doesn’t ever end
Even when the sky is falling
I’ve seen miracles just happen
Silent prayers get answered
Broken hearts become brand new
That’s what faith can do
It doesn’t matter what you’ve heard
Impossible is not a word
It’s just a reason for someone not to try
Everybody’s scared to death
When they decide to take that step
Out on the water
It’ll be alright
Life is so much more
Than what your eyes are seeing
You will find your way
If you keep believing
I’ve seen dreams that move the mountains
Hope that doesn’t ever end
Even when the sky is falling
I’ve seen miracles just happen
Silent prayers get answered
Broken hearts become brand new
That’s what faith can do
Overcome the odds
You don't have a chance
(That’s what faith can do)
When the world says you can’t
It’ll tell you that you can!
This song will forever be one of my favorites as it was such a powerful song during such a tough time for my family in 2009/2010 with the events that surrounded my brother Andy's terrible car accident.
The faith God gave us and the strength we found in HIM was so amazing! Faith Healed Andy and brought him through a miracle as he overcame so many odds I cannot even begin to explain. There is nothing impossible with God!
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