WordPress assignment done! I love turning in schoolwork early or on time, at least. Getting behind on your homework will only make the quiz harder, trust me!
So, now what do we do?
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Ok, this is getting a bit awkward, if I’m being fully honest with you. I hate long empty pauses, don’t you?
Well, I can fix that, at least!
How about some cookies?
Eustace has taken it upon himself to lead this expedition inland, in search of our missing troll.
He’s even taken to calling us “The Lost and Founder’s”. I know, I know… it’s rather cheesy, but it does sort of fit.
I will say that the camel has fantastic navigational skills, on both land and sea. It was his map reading skills that helped us locate this river inlet, in the first place. I think I shall defer to the camel’s wisdom and skills for this bit.
That’s what team work is all about, right?!
In order to know what the overused wordage might be, one must first be privy to whomever this so called “too many people” happens to be. Honestly, I don’t recognize that name, sorry.
Perhaps, the next time WordPress wishes to ask me such a specific question about someone in particular, they might first ask if we’ve ever met before… sheesh!
Now, cookies? I can talk all day about cookies! From colors to flavors, and sprinkles or sugar, to chocolatey morsels or ooey gooey fudge… I’ve got ya covered! Now whether or not my cookies can talk is an entirely different business, and I’ll tell you why.
Because, duh… cookies don’t talk!
But, the mouse might be chatty, so I’ll ask her. Maybe she’s met this so called “too many people”.
I was about to do my usual Tuesday Tinkering post this morning, when this song began playing on my headset, stopping me in my tracks!
Only moments earlier, I’d been putting the pretty touches on my prompt response from last year, which speaks on what brings me peace. Then I moved on with my morning, feeling accomplished with my archive theft.
Then this song began to play, and it dawned on me that she was singing my feelings about where I get my peace from. It brought it all home for me, all over again!
We humans are so forgetful of how much we need God on a daily basis, in each moment. I can easily get distracted from things of importance, almost as if I just assume God will cover me, catch me, and/or make a way.
I can fall into the lazy category of entitlement. Oh yes! This quirky little cookie creator can find herself accidentally letting the screen door hit God in the face because I forgot to hold it open for Him! Truthfully, most of us pray the hardest and most humble when the chips are down, or we’re in the depths of our own painful trials. I think the adage “out of sight, out of mind” sort of sums it up! I didn’t say that it happens to folks all the time, it’s merely an easy mindset to fall into, that’s all.
I’ve been struggling, of late, in the whole peace department, if I’m to be fully honest! It’s amazing how much nutrition plays into our mental, and yes, spiritual well being. When I don’t feel well, it takes all my effort to focus on anything else. This is where the lazy entitlement comes into play. My prayers turn inward, and far more whiney than I’d like to admit. I expect God to just take care of all the people on my heart, while I watch Netflix and play on my phone. I let daily distractions draw me from studying the word. It isn’t long before I realize that my peace is gone.
Fortunately, God doesn’t let go of my heart for even a moment! Even when I forget to think of him, He remembers me! And, it’s far better to listen when God whispers than when you can’t hear His voice, at all! If I can’t hear God speaking in the quiet, then it means I haven’t been listening.
This song was His way of reminding me, I think, about how I want to always find myself thinking about God! For Him, I want my heart, mind, and soul to always remain Desperate!
As the old adage states, if it isn’t broken, don’t fix it! Since last year’s response to this question hasn’t changed, I’ve opted to pull it up from the archives. Have a blessed day!
While I often write of my desire to do good for those around me, I feel fairly confident that I’ve also mentioned how much I desire to go home. No, this isn’t a cry for help, so relax! I’m speaking of my heavenly home, that’s all. I haven’t felt apart of this world for so long, it’s become rather easy not to dream of things of this life… only that which is to come!
If I sat here all day, thinking on all the empty hours and solitude that I exist within, I guarantee you that there would be no peace available to partake in.
This world is vicious, selfish, petty, cruel, and vindictive! If I only focus on the backbiting, slanderous and nefarious villains loitering on every corner… again, I’d have no peace!
If I wasted all my time dwelling on every mistake, failure and sin that I’ve ever committed… also, no peace!
I’m simply being wholeheartedly honest, in regards to the prompt. I really really do want to go home! I’m tired! I exhausted myself with wasted efforts at being a friend, sister, mother and all around good person, and I was far too tired to have any amount of peace! Trust me… I’ve tried all that!
Now, I’m following God wherever He leads! I know my heavenly home will be there, ready to receive me when I’ve fulfilled whatever purpose I was born to do. No, I don’t really have a clear picture what that purpose is, but as I remain in the word and dwell constantly beneath the shadow of my Father… He is what brings me peace!
Just sayin…
Here, have a cookie…
Fall is fast approaching, bringing with it many of our favorite holidays, savory homecooked meals, sweaters, and nostalgic old movies, right?!
Fall also marks the anniversaries of several wonderful beginnings, for me personally. I believe that Tilly’s journey began during Christmas time nearly three years ago, and I began the story of my journey with Brutus in the early fall almost two years ago, as well.
With the holidays come new adventures in all the Barnyard Babes’ stories, so it’s especially exciting! There are some really wonderful events in store, new cookies to bake, and scads of holiday music to be shared. The lobby is going to be alight with activity, laughter and celebration… so buckle up!
Again, I will put out the request for participation, virtual Christmas lists, and the sharing of holiday joys with one another. Let’s turn our WordPress Street into a Holiday Wonderland!
As you may already know, I’m going to be doing it with or without you… so don’t make me do it all by me onesies, savvy! Yes, I made a Jack Sparrow reference… I can’t help it!
I simply cannot pick a specific profession to admire above others, without alienating so many others that are just as vital, and just as admirable!
I’d like to pick my favorite professional characteristic to admire, rather than just one job type. And, what might that be? Well, just like the title says… The Art of Love!
It’s not just your typical type of love, no no! I’m talking about ALL those that give of themselves for others, through selfless service! This covers Healthcare workers, First Responders, all branches of our military, all branches of Law Enforcement, Educational workers, Childcare workers, and basically any profession that seeks to put others before themselves! If I’ve forgotten to mention any specific profession, it is merely my lack of memory to call it out.
But, I’ve no doubt that you understand where my heart is, regarding my admiration of so many well deserving professions. So, in honor of every giver of their time, energy, heart, and effort…
The cookies are on me!
Eustace learned a valuable lesson this morning…
First impressions can stick to us like honey!
Maybe sticky, maybe sweet
First impressions form
whenever strangers meet
Some are good, some are bad
Shaping one’s vision of the other
as either a hero or a cad!
Be careful how you act
what you do
and the things you say
For first impressions are very hard to wipe away!
House full of hungry kids, laundry’s not done, and two kids are still missing! A meal plan? Are you kidding! Most mom’s are just trying to feed the troops, without losing a finger!
When it comes to spending money on a meal… for all mom’s around the world, I salute you!
As a retired mother, I can attest that a McDonalds Happy Meal was priceless! And that was back in the day when they were $1.99. Plus, there was a toy inside the box! Kids are happy licking the cheesy wrapper that their burger came wrapped in! Ok, maybe that’s just me… don’t judge! My point is, every mom has one of those days. You know, the days where any kind of food without the cleanup is considered to be a miracle!
So, my answer for today’s prompt is this: Often, the best things in life come without a price tag attached, including food!
Also, I’d like to mention that my homemade stuff is fairly decent!
Take my cookies, for instance…
They’re calorie free, dollar free, and far better for your tummy than food cooked by a complete stranger! How do we know if they washed their hands?
Well, I’m still not settled on how I want the placard to appear on our ship, nor have I been terribly impressed with the sign itself… not in the least! I mean, the ship is absolutely stunning, but so far, the images all look like they were crafted by a child! (No offense meant towards all you little budding Picasso’s)
While I attempt to sort through a boatload of images (notice the nautical reference), I’ve something new that I’ve been working on…
Hugs
Journey With Me! 