Nothing. No Words.

Simply counting blessings quietly today. Thank HIM. GOD BLESS YOU!!!

We Just. Never Know.

I got a phone call this morning that brought sorrow to my heart. One of my childhood friends lost her eldest daughter today. I'm in shock, but I also accept the news with some understanding.

We hear people say "it" and I truly believe we're all are aware, that tomorrow is not promised to any of us. When we lose a loved one "this" reality settles in and we all react to it differently. I am touched deeply because I am a mother of two beautiful girls and I'm saddened at the thought of being in my friends shoes on a day like today.

GOD has the final say. Period. Even through life's most difficult times, knowing that GOD is always in control helps us to make it through some of our toughest seasons.

It is HE who created each one of us. It is HE that we can always find solace in. HE is the beginning and the end.

We are not to question HIS actions. We are not to wallow in grief, but to pray for strength and acceptance of a new reality. HE built families to stand together through EVERYTHING. HE gave us friends to help support us through life's journeys.

We cannot toy with why. We can only deal with what now is and encourage one another to hold onto the precious memories of what was. Time does heal pain and some losses take longer to live with than others.

PRAYER and FAITH is the best medicine against any anguish or ailment. We all belong to GOD. When HE says it's time... "It" is out of our hands.

GOD BLESS everyone grieving for beautiful Destony De'Janay today.

My dear friend Alisa,

I don't have the words nor can I say, that I understand. You know GOD. I know you do. Only HE knows how long you'll be sad, but I hope to encourage you to remember, that you are NOT alone. Please don't beat yourself up about ANYTHING. HE chose you to be her mother and he specially created her in his likeness to share time here on this earth with you.

Before you were born HE knew what you needed. As you learned about life and discovered motherhood, HIS plan was already in place. Know that GOD knew you when HE made you and everything you've experienced (even today) is all part of HIS plan and purpose for you.

Stand my friend. Easy for me to say to you I know, but that's all I can say as my heart is very heavy at this moment. We (your family and friends) are wrapping you in prayer and no matter your emotional state right now: YOU ARE NOT ALONE!!!

I love you with the LOVE of GOD, as someone who knew you as a little girl when we used to talk about having kids, and as your peer who can only imagine what you're feeling. I'm standing and praying for you, your other children, and the family as a whole.

GOD BLESS in JESUS name. Amen.

Monday: Field Trip.

My cousin sent me a text message this morning inquiring about "something" inexpensive "to do." I went to visit with her and suggested going to the beach. Her boyfriend mentioned going to a museum and, that on certain days admission into the art museum is free.

So I researched. Yes, I googled "it." He was correct. At LACMA Los Angeles County residents can get in for free after 5 p.m. on some days; today being one. The disadvantage to "this" deal is that some exhibits close at 5 p.m. My children grew bored fairly quickly and I was disappointed that the children's art room closed at 5 p.m. too.

We made the best of our visit anyhow. The whole visit was free including the curbside parking across the street from the museum. Observing where tar is bubbling up through the lawn in some open areas was quite interesting. Being out in the breeze watching my cousin holding hands with her man was warming.

I could've done without my daughters whining about how hungry and bored they were though. Shaking my head (parents can no longer rely upon schools to open our children's eyes to new experiences). I'll just keep in mind, that I know my daughters will remember "something" from today's outing other than what they were complaining about...

Wonder what and where we'll explore next...?

I Can. Believe.

I simply forgot! To blog yesterday. Wow. It's highly unusual for me to forget all day.

I didn't even think about "it." Yesterday was a very busy day with a round trip to the valley and all. We got home around 9:30 p.m. My eldest daugher and I were having a conversation that didn't end until almost midnight. So maybe that's why I didn't remember at the time that I usually do when I don't blog early in the day.

Whatever, right? Laughing out loud. I actually just remembered to blog for today!

I think "this" week has just gotten ahead of me. Today felt like a Saturday. So glad I remembered that it's not in the knick of time! Or else... Two missed days of touching down with my blog? No way.

Tonight we celebrated JESUS' 7 LAST SAYINGS!!! All I've been thinking about is church this week. The closer the days were to Friday I became more excited about "it."

The fact, that my family stands for CHRIST is "something" I truly cherish. My eldest daughter sang for HIM tonight and I spoke. My GOD!!!

A Lovely Wednesday!

Wednesday's are always great!!! I am doing well. Indeed.

I Must. Exercise Discipline.

Oh my, I'm fighting temptation at "this" present moment. I will defeat "it" because "I can." It's Holy Week and I'm consecrating...

PRAY FOR ME!!! 

Making Necessary. Moves.