Ramblin' thoughts with Miss Dottie

April 12, 2014

Dear God,

Good morning, good morning, time to rise and greet the day! The furry kids and I had a wonderful night's rest ~ they were so sweet, they got up before me and all of them used the wee wee pad allowing me an extra half hour of rest. Their little tummies were rumbling though and by 7:30am, they were ready for breakfast. They had kibble and I had a wonderful aromatic cup of coffee. It's supposed to be a glorious day and we plan to have some time in the gardens (yep, I have my sunscreen on and my hat ready).

In just a couple weeks, Kennedy will be celebrating his first year with us at Seidler Dogdom. He was attached to me the moment he saw me, worming his way into my heart. Oh goodness, to think that I almost sent him back to Recycled Poms with Laura because of his size. I think that You knew that I needed Kennedy as much as he needed me.

With each passing day, Kennedy has grown in confidence and has become pretty sassy. He's smart, can leap tall buildings, and dig under fences to get where here wants to go. He's kind of a loner although he will play with Zeke (they were together in their foster home). His soulful eyes and kind spirit get me every time I look at him. It's taken Kennedy nearly a year to really come into his own and know he is in his furever home. Michael and I laugh at how much more outgoing he has become. He jumps like a deer around the backyard claiming it as "his kingdom." 

Father God, Kennedy has helped me realize how many times in life I've passed over someone simply because I didn't think they were my type ~ they were too this or too that... Or, as in my case, I didn't think I was worthy. I am so grateful that now, I have Kennedy and friends of every walk of life with different interests. I don't have to change them, I just enjoy the freshness they bring to my life.

When I could accept myself as an imperfect human being and know that Jesus had my back no matter what, I began that metamorphosis to wholeness. I'm not afraid of truth and light ~ nor am I afraid to speak up and share my views. What I have yet to figure out is why I bother liberals so much ... aren't we all entitled to our opinions? Jesus walked on this earth, was a perfect man, and yet, there were those who hated him and crucified him. Knowing that helps me understand that as that imperfect woman I'm going to be besieged by others who don't like me and would prefer I disappear from the planet. That's just a fact of life.

This morning, the sun shines into the cottage to warm me. Kennedy is close to my right side as I type. Harmony and Ruffy are next to each other on my left and Zeke is perched behind me on the pillow that supports my back. I am surrounded by love. I like that!!

If my people, which are called by my name, shall humble themselves, and pray, and seek my face, and turn from their wicked ways; then will I hear from heaven, and will forgive their sin, and will heal their land.

 ~2 Chronicles 7:14

Lord, I pray that you would bless all of my Readers this day. Fill their hearts with the kind of love that only you can give knowing that it will spill out to others. Our country is in need of healing and so are our people. Joblessness has crippled the spirits of our citizens and our people have sold their souls to a government who offered them relief and hope. Their has been no relief and hope has wained.  In the Bible, Lord, you tell us that we need to turn from our wicked ways THEN you will step in. Oh the sadness you  must feel when we continue to choose elected officials who can speak eloquently but fail to follow through. I stand in the gap crying out that you would shine light into the darkest corners revealing truth that cannot be disputed. Wrap your arms around your children giving us hope in the knowledge that you are in control. Father, I also want to lift up a young fellow by the name of Josh who had a ruptured appendix. The doctors performed surgery but he is still in so much pain. Touch him dear Lord and remove any infection. Enlighten his doctors has to what procedure and medicines need to be given. Give comfort to Josh's family and ease their worries. In the name of Jesus, it is done!!

Amen!

Miss Dottie

NOTE TO READERS: I certainly rambled didn't I this morning? Well, that's how it goes when I carry on a conversation with the Lord. I like it that I have this personal relationship with Him which enables me to just be me and to talk without fear of reprisal. He accepts me as I am yet, I know full well, that He also introduces me to new ideas, thoughts, and people that are able to enlighten me, convict me, OR that I am spot on in my beliefs and where I need to be in life. I always want to remain teachable! Always remember that you are loved and prayed for ... YA YOU!! Have a great Saturday!!