Florida morning thoughts...

"This is the day which the LORD hath made;

we will rejoice and be glad in it."

~Psalm 118:24

May 8, 2014

Dear God,

Hello from Florida!! It seemed so odd to not sleep with Kennedy on my right side, Zeke beside my head, Ruffy on my left side, and Harmony at my feet. I kept waking up during the night, each time having to remind myself that I was in Florida. Thank you for the smooth flight to Tampa from Dallas and for the welcoming hugs and smiles from my family. I am feelin' filled with gratitude and joy!!

"And let the peace of God rule in your hearts, to the which also you are called in one body; and be you thankful."~Colossians 3:15

I woke to the scent of a small bouquet of Gardenias placed on my night stand. I closed my eyes and opened my senses drinking in the beauty of that moment. I am in a gardener's paradise with all the tropical plants blooming around me. Jane has a sitting area on the front porch that draws me out for that morning cup of coffee. I almost don't know what to do with myself ~ at home I hit the deck running in the mornings and don't stop til my head hits the pillow. My body is adjusting to the slower pace and I already feel more refreshed.

Several days ago, I posted on FB that I was having to stop reading political posts before bed because I was having nightmares. I have done that. That being said, I am still driven to seek out truth and realize that I must encourage my fellow travelers to do the same. To believe what the media dishes out can be quite confusing ~ especially if one is affiliated with a certain political party. My parents were died in the wool Democrats as was I most of my life. It wasn't until I moved to Texas that I began doing more research what each party stood for and learned more towards the Republican platform. Today, I find myself disenchanted with both parties and am on the lookout for men and women who can get our country back to the basics. I'm a pretty decent judge of character and, even as one voice, want to advise wisely. Father help me to be even more discerning and to uncover truth and walk in light.

A couple days ago, I had an email regarding an incident in one of our elementary schools. I shed tears of sadness wondering what in the world is going on right beneath our noses. I also beamed with that knowledge that there was a young man who dared to stand up for what he believed. Bless him Father, girding him with strength in the days ahead. I wonder why it is that the unbelievers have such thin skin never wanting to be exposed to another view. Why is it so threatening? Why not say, "Thanks for sharing" then drop it. When I used to attend Alanon, the facilitator would say, "There is to be no criticism, take what you can use and leave the rest." I've lived my life that way ever since. I welcome people telling me why they believe the way they do and seek to understand rather than judge. I hate this business of "the race card." Have we become so thin skinned that we cannot just allow others to voice their own opinions without whining and suing? Must we erase our past not embracing how far we've come?

100% of murders left
victims DEAD!

Even some of our criminals claim they are being inhumanely executed. In Oklahoma, a convicted felon's vein collapsed resulting in a prolonged death. His family is outraged at the inhuman treatment he received. Well, I tend to believe that You had a part in this for You say, "Vengeance is mine." Where was this man's conscience when he took part in a girl's torture and burying her alive. An eye for an eye, a tooth for a tooth. I may get some back lash on my beliefs but hey, this is my blog, and I can state my own opinions and beliefs.

Today, in the midst of flowers, family, grandpets, and love, I pray that my Readers would find their own sense of peace and truth. I pray that we would all be able to speak our opinions without fear of reprisal. I raised my children giving them the freedom to express their own beliefs. They are independent thinkers and, although there are times I disagree with what they say and their choices, I celebrate their freedom of speech and the endorsement of natural consequences. Come Lord Jesus ... let us learn from you. I ask myself every day if I am willing to take up my own cross and follow you. The answer is always the same, "Yes." If I must suffer, I pray it would be for You!! Grant peace to my Readers and light their paths. I thank you for the new job that Laura has after so many months of unemployment. Her faith and perseverance paid off for sure! I thank you for answered prayers for my friend's son bringing him home from the hospital. What a joy it is to see You in action, caring for your children. In the name of your own son, Jesus, I lift up holy hands proclaiming You Lord Almighty!!

Miss Dottie

NOTE TO READERS: If you've followed my blogs for the past several years, I hope that you have seen me move from that of a wounded woman to a lady filled with joy, peace, and wonderment. I still have work to do but that is just because I will always be a work in progress. My country is quickly becoming one that I do not recognize and that makes me sad. My ancestors came to this country, Bibles in hand, fleeing oppression and welcoming the opportunity for a better life. My generation has enjoyed the good life but, as history always repeats itself, the clouds of moral degradation, wanting something for nothing, and believing the lies told by corrupt politicians has reduced us to politically correct sheep. God forgive us!!
  

So you want what I have?

May 1, 2014

Dear God,

Welcome to the cottage ... come on in and let's visit awhile. Today is the National Day of Prayer so I am hoping that my Readers will join me in praying for our country, leaders, and citizens. You've promised us in 2 Chronicles 7:14 that:

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

Amen to that!!

"So you want what I have" has been running through my mind for days now. I have people who come to visit and are enamored by the vision I had in renovating the casa, cottage, and back yard. They see the finished projects and the works in progress. What they don't see is the hours of back breaking work and persistence that went into my accomplishments. Oh yes, I have a natural bent for design and color BUT it took years of reading, looking at photos, and trial and error to get to develop those visions. As stated in Malcolm Gladwell's book THE OUTLIERS, it takes 10,000 hours to become proficient in a talent or undertaking. I've come to really believe that. Practice isn't the thing you do once you're good, it's the thing that makes you good.

I could sell my house and cottage or even give them away if I would choose to do so. Without personal investment, all would fade away in no time. Repairs need to be done and the gardens tended on an almost daily basis. Gifts come with responsibilities.

"So you want what I have" emotionally? Lord, I am grateful for the hunger I had to become a whole person ~ emotionally, physically, spiritually. Beginning in the 1980's, I began my quest ... a journey that is ongoing to this day. I listened to wise counselors and did what they suggested; I joined Alanon and worked the 12 Steps; I read every self-help book on the market flooding my mind with positive thoughts; and, beginning in 2004, I walked through the muddy waters digging deep into my family of origin to heal the little girl inside of me. I wanted to feel that peace inside of me that goes beyond all understanding. I'm so grateful that I had that passion. With You guiding me, I could get beyond the fear of "what would people think" and conquer the darkness. Do my Readers want that peace? Are they willing to pay the price? I stood on Your Word:

The LORD is with me; I will not be afraid.

What can mere mortals do to me?

~Psalm 118:6

The pathway to success
is built one stone at a time!

Life is a journey, a wonderful journey filled with seasons and concentrations in different areas. When my children left home, I wondered what I would do with myself. Entering retirement brought new challenges. I must say, because I opened my heart to what You had for me, I have never been bored and have walked through the open doors of opportunity to work, grow, and develop my own person and relationships with others. No matter what though, You've been my partner, my Lord, my Savior, my director, my all. And, because you've been the wind beneath my wings to freedom, I have soared.

Father God in heaven, I pray that if there are Readers who have dreams and visions, that You would give them that persistence to keep on going ... to never give up. Life's not easy but to give it your all makes the mountains and valleys exciting. How would we ever know joy without intense pain? I pray for my country that we would come back to the basics of what government was intended to do. Bring forth truth ~ truth so obvious that we would not mistake it for the lies being spread. Lift up men of God with the fortitude to break through the money barrier into office. Come on Christians, let's get off our duffs and make a difference in our families, the places where we live, and who we elect into office to represent us before it's too late. Complacency has no place at this time in our lives. Beware of the wolf in sheep's clothing ... he/she prowls the streets looking for people unaware. Lift us up mighty God and let this day begin and end with intent and purpose! Cover us with your armor ... protecting as we move forward ...Onward Christian Soldiers!! 

Amen!!

Miss Dottie

NOTE TO READERS:  So many want what I have but are unwilling to put in the time and effort to get there. Success doesn't come cheap. I had to invest heavily in the something(s) that I wanted. I can share my story with you, encourage you, and praise your efforts. However, when it comes right down to it, it's really up to you. Your life can be like a bare piece of ground OR you can plant a garden. Develop those God given talents, visions, and passions. I promise you, it will be worth it!!!

Color Outside the Lines on Easter

"Now if we died with Christ, we believe that we will also live with him. For we know that since Christ was raised from the dead, he cannot die again; death no longer has mastery over him. The death he died, he died to sin once for all; but the life he lives, he lives to God. In the same way, count yourselves dead to sin but alive to God in Christ Jesus."

~Romans 6:8-11

April 20, 2014
Easter Sunday

Dear God,

He is risen! Your son, my Savior, is risen! How could I ever begin to thank you for loving me (and other sinners) enough to send a Savior with shoulders big enough to take on all the sins of the world? The only way I am able to scratch the surface is to live a life pleasing to you and to share my story with others through my blog.

"For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life."

~John 3:16

I woke up this morning singing, "He lives, He lives, Christ Jesus lives today!" Then, came the song, "I serve a risen Savior, He's in my heart today..." By the time my eyes were barely open, I had my own church service going. My furry kids were staring at me and sitting at my feet as I carried on, waving my hands in the air. We began a procession into the house them barking for breakfast and me shouting, "Whereeeee's the coffee?!" I had that joy, joy, joy, joy, down in my heart ... yes, I sure did.

My daughter, Jill, texted me about 8 and said she was leaving Dallas to come visit. Varooom (You think I'm kidding? Her car thunders down the road!)  ~ in no time she was pulling into town and calling for final directions.  I get such a kick out of her and her bright red Camaro, Scarlet. I had lined up a choice of three meals: (1) a ham dinner; (2) meatloaf dinner; and, (3) a Mexican dinner of nachos and all the fixins. Next thing you know, we were cooking up a storm and giggling like teenagers.  Since I had a garage sale yesterday, things were a bit helter skelter. Oh well, wherever family is gathered there is laughter and a whole lotta love and that's the main thing.

Jill brought me some Gregg's Mist which we planted after we ate. Butterflies are supposed to go bonkers over the blooms so come on plants ... BLOOM! I enjoy Jill so much because she colors outside the lines like me. I'm a free spirit but she is even more so. She helped me clean out the storm shelter and put a bunch of tubs down there ~ it's always a chore but somehow we made it fun.

To color outside the lines means having nachos on Easter. To color outside the lines means doing things that might not make sense to others but invites hearts and souls to come together. To color outside the lines means the traditional Easter dinner of ham, baked potatoes, veggies, and dessert will be served tomorrow on a Monday night. Lord, I think you made me to color outside the lines ... to be creative ... to think outside the box ... to be able to learn (and laugh) at the flops and fumbles of life knowing that with each flop, I gain wisdom and can celebrate the journey.

Father, this Easter Sunday, I can't say it enough that I am thankful beyond thankful that I serve a risen Savior. Bless my Readers, opening their eyes and hearts to receiving your Son. With each new day, help us to come together as brothers and sisters in Christ. Let not Jesus death on the cross be the end of the story for there is so much more. Christ saved us for a purpose and that purpose is to move beyond the self-centered existence we are born with, maturing into adults who reach out and make others' lives a little easier. Because you are the center of my existence, I am more than I ever hoped I would be. That being said, I pray that my Readers would grow in you as a stone skipping across a pond, the ripples fanning out into eternity.

Amen!

Miss Dottie

NOTE TO READERS: It is nightfall and I am one tired lady. Mr Sandman has sprinkled sleepy sand in my eyes and my bed is looking mighty inviting. When I think about Easter, I think about rebirth. Christ was raised from the dead that we might have newness of life. Spring ... newness of life. With each bud that appears, I am giddy looking forward to the opening of a beautiful flower. I never get tired of experiencing the magic of Easter and the perennials rising from the depths of my garden floor. I have visions of Christ rising from a tomb AND my garden bursting at the seams with buds. This blogger is a happy camper!! Hope your Easter was as blessed as mine!

Ouch!

April 13, 2014

Dear God,

Oh my goodness, is this really mid April? We had rain during the night and temperatures dropped drastically. The wind has picked up causing some creaking and whooshing noises that make my furry kids nervous. I lit the fireplace and am enjoying it's warmth and ambiance. I gave the Fabulous 5 treats and they have nestled down in their blankets! 

About a month ago, I took a hot dish out of the microwave. The pain of the heat seared through the bowl to my hands, I dropped the dish, and quickly ran to the sink to run some cold water over the burn. My palm and the backs of my fingers turned really red and blistered. I was jumping up and down like a kangaroo holding my hands in a cold towel. A few days later the blisters began to break and for days I was reminded how stupid I was to think that I could mess with fire and not get burned. For sure, I won't do that again. The natural consequences of being burned will forever remind me to never touch a hot dish again.

So why am I writing about this now? Well, I was listening to the radio and a pastor was talking about suffering the natural consequences of our actions. It jogged my memory about the incident and reminded me of how every time I use the microwave, I pull out the hot pad holders. The pain was so great that it will be etched in my mind forever. Even as I write this, I cringe...

For years I was an enabling sweet lady who hated to see anyone cry or suffer. I got enmeshed in relationships and couldn't set healthy boundaries without feeling really guilty. I must confess that so many times I took over Your job. Since I am not God, playing God NEVER turned out the way I hoped it would. My interference prolonged the process of learning, maturing, and growing. I love the poem of Broken Dreams and wish I knew who wrote it. It says a lot about my meddling...

As children bring their broken toys

With tears for us to mend.

I brought my broken dreams to God

Because He was my Friend.

But then instead of leaving Him

In peace to work alone,

I hung around and tried to help

With ways that were my own.

At last I snatched them back and cried,

"How could You be so slow?"

"My child," He said,

"What could I do? You never did let go."

There is a lot to be learned from the wisdom imparted in the Bible (Proverbs is a great place to start reading and gathering pearls of wisdom). We have the thou shalt nots; and, it's pretty emphatic about "if you do _____ then _____ will happen." If you have premarital sex then pregnancy can occur. If you commit adultery then you may lose your spouse and family. If you give your soul to the devil, you will not experience eternal life. Pretty simple, yes? Was the premarital sex worth the abortion? Was the adultery worth losing your family?

We are supposed to be like your son, Jesus. He's the perfect example of a guy who was able to set good boundaries allowing the people around him to have freedom to choose. Romans 1:24 says: "Therefore God gave them over in the sinful desires of their hearts to sexual impurity for the degrading of their bodies with one another." In other words, You say to us ... "Okay, if you won't listen to me then have it your way and see what happens." Jesus practiced compassion combined with tough love.

The Bible says in Psalm 1 that a person who meditates on Your Word will be blessed. The wisdom of the Bible will help guide us to avoid wrong friends and influences. I know that when I stay close to You, I feel the refreshment like a tree planted by a river.

Your word is a lamp for my feet, a light on my path.

 ~Psalm 119:105

Father God, I pray that we will learn from our choices and when our ways don't work out that there will be enough pain that we experience the want to change. Believe me, change will occur for most of us when the pain of change is less than the pain of remaining the same. For us who hate to see others cry, help us to realize that to interrupt and enable means prolonging bad choices. Father, I praise you and thank you for the progress Josh has made after his surgery and pray for continued progress. I pray for Gwen, Lawaina, and all my classmates that we would be able to gather to celebrate the many years we spent together growing up in Glenwood, Minnesota. Grant us all that extra measure of compassion, wisdom, and the promise of IF we do life your way THEN we will experience the peace that passes all understanding. Jesus, King of my life, you raised us to a newness of living in You and it's in Your Name I pray.

Amen!

Miss Dottie

NOTE TO READERS: To experience the natural consequences of our choices is worth more than all the preaching in the world. We are not someone else's Holy Spirit. As adults, we are accountable to each other but not responsible for the choices of another.  Remember the definition of insanity: doing things the same way over and over and expecting different results. Today's Monday, the perfect time to wipe the slate clean and be so busy concentrating on our own lives that we don't have time to judge, gossip, or take on someone else's business! Do I hear an Amen?!

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!!

The dreaded "C" word..

April 11, 2014

Dear God,

What beautiful words are spoken in Psalm 103. Words to read and meditate on to absorb the full physical, emotional, and spiritual benefit!!

I am feeling weary after my trip into the city yesterday to visit the dermatologist. I hadn't seen her in three years and something inside of me prompted me to make the call and go in. I had asked my regular general practitioner about some spots on my face during my annual physical and he said, "Oh, don't worry." I think women are especially in tune with their bodies and I decided to get a second opinion. Thank you for your internal prompting!

The outdoors has always been where I am happiest. As a teenager, I used to put Iodine in a bottle of Baby Oil, slather it on, and bake myself into a golden brown. As a young adult, I started using suntan lotion to get my healthy glow. As a maturing adult, I have been more wise; however, I still garden, forgetting to put sunscreen on my body and sometimes on my face. I am a positive thinking lady and have a tendency to think, "THAT won't happen to me." Well (sigh), THAT has often times reared it's ugly head resulting in consequences of my failure to protect myself.

The spots on my face that I had been concerned about were precancerous (10 of them) and I will head back to have them taken off in a couple weeks. The spot that was most concerning was one I didn't realize I had ... it was waxy white in color and located on my jaw line. That spot was biopsied and I should get the results in about a week. While I was there Pam talked to me about what to expect if the biopsy is malignant.

The Mohs surgical process involves a repeated series of surgical excisions followed by microscopic examination to assess if tumor cells remain. Some tumors that appear small may have extensive invasion underneath normal appearing skin. The surgeon keeps removing tissue until the lab gives the OK signal that all is clear. My cousin Karolyn told me that she has had this procedure done so I will pick her brain should it become necessary.

Father God, like so many, my body parts seem to be wearing out. The list gets longer and I wonder what to fix first. My GP is telling me that I need to get the hiatal hernia repaired and has referred me to a general surgeon. The pain in my back gets increasingly stronger and I will check on that the end of the month. I know that further surgery will be necessary but holy cow can they fuse my entire back? I doubt it.

Living with a chronic illness can be tough at best. I have a list of friends that I pray for on a regular basis 'cause I know first hand that bad days can be pretty darn depressing. What I want to do sometimes has to give way to what I can do. I challenge myself to get out of bed, fill my head and heart with positive thoughts, and make the most of my day. There are times when just doing laundry has to be enough and I celebrate that.

Lord, today, I bring all those fighting that dreaded word cancer and chronic illness before you. Elevate our thinking and pour your comfort into bodies wracked by pain. The promise of newness of life permeates my thoughts and I envision us all running together with whole bodies, minds, and spirits one day in heaven. It is so important to be surrounded by encouragers and I pray that you would dispense your most empathetic angels to uplift and console. As the Great Physician, I pray that you would go before each of my Readers opening the doors of education and healing. Close the doors of fear and unbelief making way for beauty in the little things. I am so excited that you sent your son Jesus to be that ultimate example of how you think and work. Ah yes...

Amen!

Miss Dottie

NOTE TO READERS: The Bible teaches that no one is immune from suffering and sickness. I take comfort in knowing that that his strength is made perfect in my weakness and that in surrendering my health to God, I will find peace. I know you've heard this before, but now that summers coming and we are spending more and more time outdoors, WEAR SUNSCREEN and hats. An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure (now that's an old adage but sooo true!). If you're wondering about some spots on your own face and body, get them checked out by a dermatologist. God bless you all!! Until next time remember how very much you are loved and prayed for ... YA YOU!!

Do it anyway!

April 9, 2014

Dear God,

What a beautiful morning! The birds are chirping, the sun is out, I just sipped on the best cup of coffee ever, my furry kids have been fed and are napping, AND I've just spent a beautiful couple of hours praying and reading Jude, 3 John, 2 John, 1 John, and 2 Peter (yes, in that order!). It has been one of those mornings that faces are coming before me for intercessory prayer (one in particular of a woman I haven't seen in many years). Thank you for allowing me the privilege of praying for your children.

I checked my email and Facebook to get updates, rescheduled a doctor's appointment so that I could spend some time in McKinney with my dear friend, Etta, and watch my grandsons play baseball. All this and it's only 9:15am!! Even though I am sleepy eyed in the early morning hours, I feel so much better to get up and get moving!! There will be time enough down the road when I cannot do what I can now so I celebrate this day!!

My friend, Jeannie, shared a quote by Mother Teresa this morning on Facebook and for some reason I read it over and over and over. Mother Teresa said: "If you are kind, people will accuse you of selfish motives; be kind anyway. If you're successful, you'll win both false friends and true enemies; succeed anyway. What you spend years building, someone may destroy over night; built anyway. The good you do today most people will forget; do good anyway. Give the world the best you have and it may never be enough; give your best anyway. In the final analysis, it's between you and God; it was never between you and them anyway."

Lord God, if all I pray is to be able to be the kind of person Mother Teresa is talking about that would fill my being with purpose. I have wanted the approval of my parents, my husbands, my children, my friends, and the world. I have yearned to be appreciated and felt love only to have my heart broken and my spirit crushed. Yet, in the end, it has been You and me, hasn't it... You're the one who has lifted me up out of the ashes of life and allowed your light to flood my being. It's been enough ~ Because of You, I am blessed beyond blessed.

I pray for my Readers this morning. Fill them with your love and compassion allowing that goodness to spill out to those around them. Let the words of Mother Teresa give them insight and courage when they face trials. As my blog moves around the world, bring forth those who need to hear words of encouragement. Let them know that You are with them. As for You and me? Let's join forces and go out and do this day together. In the name of Jesus, I know that the earth is trembling with anticipation of the light being shined into every dark corner!!

Amen!

Miss Dottie

NOTE TO READERS: What do you think is the connection between the truth of a person's ideas and their moral character? I was thinking ~ people who are very evil are remembered ~ people who are very insightful, loving, and wise are remembered. Those that waver and stand for nothing are like the dust blowing in the wind simply forgotten. What will you be remembered for?