Washington DC ,and its' burbs , is considered to be an NFL Season. However, Washington DC loves winners and in Washington in The Early Spring of 2011- That means one and only one Sports Teams truly rules and rains in THIS community on The April Fool's Eve! That team IS!!!- THE!!!!! WASHINGTON!!!!!! CAPITALS!!!!!!
Democrats and Republicans, Progressives and Tea Partiers smile when they hear the following cheer , " Let's Go CAPS!, Let's Go ,CAPS, Let's Go, Caps!"
In God We Trust AND R!!!O!!!C!!!K!!! T!!!H!!!E!!! R!!!E!!!D!!
Thursday, March 31, 2011
Advancing
I've spent a lot of time in my life too easily recoiling from pain and being in dread of suffering, tumult and suffering. Yet, I am starting to see such more and more as a type of "God's Gym". These encounters with struggle are what give words such as endurance, persistence, determination and steadfastness significance and importance.
I'm really getting to grasp that success can only happens when we are willing to test ourselves and submit to struggles and great efforts against, at times, seemingly implacable resistance. We do gain greatly as we push aside that resistance by being too committed to give up as long as we see the POSSIBILITY of achievement and accomplishment. The early days of 2011 has been an intensely rough and rugged and sorely trying time for me. If I'd been given a preview of the last 3 months and was given the choice as to whether I am willing to enter into these 90 days or not, I ,likely ,would have said, "No, Thank You!!!"
Yet, I will also say, I've gain valuable lessons in dealing more effectively with other people, I've gained greater insights into how to deal well with complicated systems and bureaucracies. I've also learned that I am able to endure for more than I believe I am able to deal with. I would have cheated myself and sabotaged myself had I opted to be provided an easier and softer January, Frebruary and March. The struggle has been of great gain and profit to me- It is hard for me to admit- but it is , indeed, the simple and clear truth !
I'm really getting to grasp that success can only happens when we are willing to test ourselves and submit to struggles and great efforts against, at times, seemingly implacable resistance. We do gain greatly as we push aside that resistance by being too committed to give up as long as we see the POSSIBILITY of achievement and accomplishment. The early days of 2011 has been an intensely rough and rugged and sorely trying time for me. If I'd been given a preview of the last 3 months and was given the choice as to whether I am willing to enter into these 90 days or not, I ,likely ,would have said, "No, Thank You!!!"
Yet, I will also say, I've gain valuable lessons in dealing more effectively with other people, I've gained greater insights into how to deal well with complicated systems and bureaucracies. I've also learned that I am able to endure for more than I believe I am able to deal with. I would have cheated myself and sabotaged myself had I opted to be provided an easier and softer January, Frebruary and March. The struggle has been of great gain and profit to me- It is hard for me to admit- but it is , indeed, the simple and clear truth !
Resting
This has been a great day to think and to relax! I need to seriously plan for more such days!
Opening Day
This entry could only be written today, Thursday, March 31st,2011- The Opening Day of the 2011 Baseball Season. In my vicinity, The Washington Nationals have a Home Opening Day Game against The Atlanta Braves
It is a chilly early Spring day in Washington. The High will be 44 and afternoon rain is likely today! Yet, To me and many, Baseball does bring up thoughts of lush and inviting greenness on well kept and inspiring fields. The Field Of Dreams is not just a converted Iowa corn field but it is a place that evokes splendid play that cause you to smile and wish to celebrate anew.
I've missed you through the Harsh Winter! Welcome back, Friend Baseball!
It is a chilly early Spring day in Washington. The High will be 44 and afternoon rain is likely today! Yet, To me and many, Baseball does bring up thoughts of lush and inviting greenness on well kept and inspiring fields. The Field Of Dreams is not just a converted Iowa corn field but it is a place that evokes splendid play that cause you to smile and wish to celebrate anew.
I've missed you through the Harsh Winter! Welcome back, Friend Baseball!
Wednesday, March 30, 2011
Equipping!
Equipping is a word that I am hearing a great deal of as I listen to a radio program as I type this, The word of the day as I listen to THIS radio program is "equipped". This means being ready, prepared, well-trained, having the supplies and resources that are needed to do what they are being asked to do or what they need to do/must do!
I belong to two collections of people who work well and dedicatedly to equip those who come to them for training and preparation One such group is Toastmasters- Another is Grace Community Church. If you want the best for others and if you are committed to serving others well, You will do well as you strive to equip them.
I belong to two collections of people who work well and dedicatedly to equip those who come to them for training and preparation One such group is Toastmasters- Another is Grace Community Church. If you want the best for others and if you are committed to serving others well, You will do well as you strive to equip them.
The Gentle Thought and The Healing Word
People with big hearts and tender natures know that the tongue can be the greatest instrument for tenderness and for healing. A word that can relieve anxiety, A word that can convert a frown to a smile and a word that strengthen someones resolve to continue on are words that are most valuable.
A healing word is often a strategically employed word, a word that is not blurted but one that is held back until the right moment and situation arrives for it to be spoken. The Gentle Thought and The Healing Word are still, very much, works in progress for me. One of my failings is impulsiveness and a strong tendency to blurt- so this is something that I will ABSOLUTELY commit myself to work on. This is a sophisticated tool to be used by a wise and caring person, Lord, Please help me to become more this way on this day!
A healing word is often a strategically employed word, a word that is not blurted but one that is held back until the right moment and situation arrives for it to be spoken. The Gentle Thought and The Healing Word are still, very much, works in progress for me. One of my failings is impulsiveness and a strong tendency to blurt- so this is something that I will ABSOLUTELY commit myself to work on. This is a sophisticated tool to be used by a wise and caring person, Lord, Please help me to become more this way on this day!
Tuesday, March 29, 2011
Stretching Yourself.!
Becoming smarter, planning to get wiser, becoming fitter and learning more can all be a part of growing and becoming more able. Life works best when we continue ask more of ourselves and decide that we gain by not being willing to staying comfortable with where we are at this moment.
I like the old saying, " God loves you exactly as you are, but He loves you far too much to let you stay that way!" This saying reminds me of ny GREAT need to keep on progressing!
I like the old saying, " God loves you exactly as you are, but He loves you far too much to let you stay that way!" This saying reminds me of ny GREAT need to keep on progressing!
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