This I tell you ....

WOW! I was in my room laying on my bed and had something to happen. Its nothing strange for me to do this. I asked God for wisdom and sight and Boy! Did he give it. Not that I am complaining. I take it as a gift and a blessing. I had a vision about 3 people. 2 of the people were close to me at one time. Something tells me that they will read this. Take it as you will. You both know everything I see and tell is true. The first person I see is going to go through heartache and possible mental breakdown. Things you have gained will not be yours to keep. So much seen and so much unseen. What you see isn't. Blind as you may be right now you will soon see and know where your place is. You think you are in a place of security, you are not. So much alike doesnt mean anything. Things you left in the past will come back and haunt you. Changing things will not be as simple as they were before. You for once will carry your own. Nothing changes, you are the person you will be in years time. There will be a death in your family of a elder man. Second person, you still seek power and money. Be happy you are of good health and comfortable. You don't realize how lucky you are. Seek worldly treasures and there will be no heavenly treasures. Wordly treasures will never bring a man true happiness. The world is a cold place and owes you nothing! What you send forth comes back. You are the company you hang with and you will fall as they will if you don't rise above and walk away. Nothing is what it seems. Your surroundings are blurred and confusing. God calls you to see and open your heart but you refuse. Believe! This is your only chance. Don't give up a chance of a lifetime for something that looks good for the moment. You give the good up for the things that will cause you regret and grief in time. Wake up! I see a lose in your career. I see you moving somewhere else. Also, with you I see death in your family of 2 elder women. I also see a sickness of a man and health related pain of a woman. Third person, Life is good to you and you are starting to realize it. You have a calling. Don't be blind- open your heart and your mind. I do see a long time friend betraying you. Don't get upset- they are confused. Help them and let them know you are there for them. Your life is filled with people who care about you. Someone close to you is hiding something from you (unable to tell). Just remember this- what is done in the dark comes out in the light. Be at peace and know God is there!
For some time I have had visions and when I tell people they get weirded out. No worries. It scares me sometimes too! As I said 2 of the people I have told things to before they have seen. Some people know my past and what I have seen and still see. Like I said it scares me sometimes. God is my light and my salvation what and whom shall I fear? I do pray for these 3 people as always. May God protect you and keep you! Amen!

Back to Basics

I decided to get rid of the blond/red hair and go back to the natural brown I had before. Ahhhh....so much better! Thinking about getting it cut some. I am back working out trying to get more pounds off. I am down another 2 pants size...YAY!!! Last month was hard with all the heartache and so forth but guess what....I'm BACK! You can't keep me down for long baby! ;) I have got some of the girls in the hood walking when weather permits and boy, does it feel good. My church has its own gym that we are able to go to and work out. God does want us to take care of our bodies and minds. I did start back my belly dancing and my "dance"workout which I must say..it works every muscle in the body. Here's to good health and to God for helping me! Amen!

Most likely to Succeed!

Well Zach is registered with Duke University and Wake Forrest as of today. Low and behold, what did I get in the mail today...????? A letter from Furman University and the Governor's school! My head is spinning so much I can't explain on how I feel. I am very thankful God is giving my son the opportunity to do these things and the opportunity for me to let him. All I can say is WOW!!!!! I have the smartest and coolest kid in the world ( I know there is more out there). This summer is going to be filled with excitement and lots of travel. Can you say ROAD TRIP!!!! I am just waiting to see what comes in the mail next. Lord, my baby is growing up to be a successful Christian man. Thank you, God! Please give him the strength and strong mind and heart to continue to follow the straight road and live a life that pleases you and glorifies you. Amen!

A pleasure meeting you....

Hello everybody! I noticed from my visitor tracker I have a lot of people from all over visiting. Which is awesome!!! I would like for ya'll to leave a comment telling about yourself. If you like what I write you are more than welcome to become a follower, I will do the same. There is no telling what I will write about but it will be clean of course! I love meeting new interesting people and I am always up to making new friends no matter where you are! Its always a pleasure meeting you all! Have a blessed day! : )

My baby no more....

I found out today my son Zach will be attending a program this summer at Wake Forest University for a Forensics class and a program at Duke University for the gifted and talented. YAY!!! He scored VERY high on his Science exams and High in his other exams. I am so proud of Zach! He is in the Eagles program at school along with being in a variety of academic clubs. Through the GT program he will be eligible to take college courses in the 9 th grade. He is only 11 years old- he's not a baby no more.... : ( They grow up sooo fast! Thank you, God for giving my child a chance to be successful! Way to go Zach!!!

Love....

I went to Walmart after work today and low and behold a lady that I knew from years past approached me. The number one question after saying our hello's was "Are you married yet?" I smiled and replied " No, I'm not but when God sends me the right one then I will." When it comes to men I have high standards. No nothing like that. I mean it's very important to me to find someone who believes there is a higher power (God) and someone who will love me as Jesus loved the church. I don't expect a man to bow down to me. I want to be cherished. In the past I have looked for the wrong type of guy. I look for something different. Now that I am a woman of faith, I choose to find a man of faith. I cannot be with a nonbeliever. I been there, done that and will never go back. A woman's heart should be so lost in God, a man has to seek Him in order to find her. I am letting God choose for me (besides he will better at it- lol) I was seeing a guy who thought money was power and mocked my faith in God- NEVER AGAIN! So girls and guys, the next time someone asks you if you are married and you are not, tell them- Nah, God has someone for me and He will send that person to me. never sell yourself short and don't settle for less. You are a child of God and He wants you to be happy and in love. I always said that when the right guy comes along for me, I would like this to happen- when he kisses me my foot will pop up like in one of those old classic movies when a man kisses the woman. I know...I know...silly but hey.... We will see.....I found some verses tonight that really stood out for me.

Song of Solomon 1:2
Let him kiss me with the kisses of his mouth— for your love is more delightful than wine.
Song of Solomon 8:6
Place me like a seal over your heart, like a seal on your arm; for love is as strong as death, its jealousy unyielding as the grave. It burns like blazing fire, like a mighty flame.
1 Corinthians 13:1-8a and 13
If I speak in the tongues of men and of angels, but have not love, I am only a resounding gong or a clanging cymbal. If I have the gift of prophecy and can fathom all mysteries and all knowledge, and if I have a faith that can move mountains, but have not love, I am nothing. If I give all I possess to the poor and surrender my body to the flames, but have not love, I gain nothing. Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It is not rude, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs. Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth. It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres. Love never fails....And now these three remain: faith, hope and love. But the greatest of these is love. (NIV)

Colossians 3:14
And over all these virtues put on love, which binds them all together in perfect unity.

Ephesians 5:25
Husbands, love your wives, just as Christ loved the church and gave himself up for her. (NIV)

Ephesians 5:33
However, each one of you also must love his wife as he loves himself, and the wife must respect her husband. (NIV)

Valentine's Day

Hope everyone had a wonderful Valentine's day. I was sick for the most part but boy did I get spoiled!!! My son gave me a beautiful card. I thank God I have wonderful people in my life. In spite of being sick-I smiled a good bit today! God is good! All the time! Amen!

Funny money

Do not wear yourself out to get rich; have the wisdom to show restraint- Proverbs 23:4

Ever know someone who wanted to be rich? We all do. What would be better? Being Spiritually rich or Materialistically rich? I would rather be spiritually happy. If I spiritually happy and my heart and mind is with God he will give me my heart's desire. I don't need to get involved in these get rich scams or envy others of what they have. I am a child of God and like a Father He will provide. My treasures are being stored in heaven not on earth.
The beginning of the year I gave the Crisis Pregnancy Center $200. Well when I told someone that they replied "Why them you can have done something better!" That was the best thing I did do. I don't believe in abortion and I have been in those young girl's shoes twice (one miscarriage) and I know how it is to be left abandoned. I gave with an open caring heart and that is what God wanted me to do! To come from a man who thinks money is everything- honey you got a long miserable life to live. Until you open your heart to the Lord, you will never know the feeling of being rich like I do right now!

Words can make a difference

Tonight in Bible study we talked about Love in speech. Awesome night! Zach was in Awana and learned the 4 hidden names in the Bible- He loves going!!!
We have all been guilty of saying things we dont mean. We need to think before we speak. Even though our actions speak louder than words our speech can cut deep as well. When we speak we need to think about how it will effect the person. Even though you may not feel the same and you say you would rather tell the truth- be careful of the words you choose and be careful of your tone. One word can cause a deep scar that will take time to heal.
This verse speaks loud and clear----
Let your speech always be with grace, seasoned with salt, that you may know how you ought to answer each one.- Colossians 4:6
From this day forward let our words be sweeter. Remember also Love is a choice. Its amazing what love can do. One kind word can make a difference!

Survery is over!!!!!

Well Congrats to the MDS/Careplan office. We came out with NO tags!! YAY!!! Now time to plan some days off. We know that there are some areas we need to look at and improve but we can do it! Everybody did an AWESOME job! All I can say Thank you God for answering my prayers!

DHEC!!!! That is all I have to say about that.

Well DHEC scooted in this morning and of course has got us in a tizzy. I think we should be ready everyday. Our dept has shaped up a lot in the last 6 months preparing. Things we didnt think of careplanning we have and more. So far they have found silly lil things...which is a good thing. They will be here until Wednesday. I will keep you all informed. Wish us luck and pray for us!!!

Praise you in this storm

This is a very beautiful song. Enjoy!

You can catch more flies with honey than vinegar

I was sitting here thinking about some past conversations with someone. They had asked, "Why can't I be someone who is wealthy and have it all...I do good for people I meet and I get nothing in return." Well honey here is the thing..do good to glorify God not to glorify yourself. I posted a blog last month (pride and confidence). It talks about the difference between pride and confidence. Pride is something that glorfies you and Confidence is something that glorifies God. A lot of people do nice things and give to charities and expect their life to be wonderful. It doesn't work that way. When you do something, do it from the heart not for popularity reasons. Do something that glorifies God and something that pleases him. Its always good to do good things but do it for the right reasons. God knows your intentions and he always will. Give your heart, soul, and mind to the Lord and do good and you will be rewarded.

Something to make you think and of course laugh!

Something to think about! Enjoy!

Anyway...

I love this poem. It makes you think about how we react to situations. So if someone has wronged you in anyway..let it go and let God. Forgive them and forgive yourself. Its not between you and them; in the end it's between them and God. Remember, you still must love your enemies.

Anyway.....

People are often unreasonable, illogical and self centered;
Forgive them anyway.

If you are kind, people may accuse you of selfish, ulterior motives;
Be kind anyway.

If you are successful, you will win some false friends and some true enemies;
Succeed anyway.

If you are honest and frank, people may cheat you;
Be honest and frank anyway.

What you spend years building, someone could destroy overnight;
Build anyway.

If you find serenity and happiness, they may be jealous;
Be happy anyway.

The good you do today, people will often forget tomorrow;
Do good anyway.

Give the world the best you have, and it may never be enough;
Give the world the best you’ve got anyway.

You see, in the final analysis, it is between you and your God;
It was never between you and them anyway.

High Maintenance

High maintenance? ...Nah....High standards....YES! I come to realize I sell myself short. I tend to settle for less. Well, not anymore! I am a woman of faith and a child of God and He wants me to have the best and to be my best. No one deserves to be mistreated or used. I have been hurt so many times that I have built a brick wall around me. I shouldn't. I need to be more wiser and with the help of God to choose who comes in my life. I don't need a whiney man, abuse, and so forth.
Who can find a virtuous woman? For her price is far above rubies...Proverbs 31:10
I am worth more than rubies. No more wasting my time on what isnt going to be. I look for my knight in shining armor and end up with a loser in aluminum foil..no more. I look for a Godly man. Someone who has a strong faith in Christ. So...no when I refuse to go out with a guy I'm not being a snob or high maintenance. I am a daughter of a King, The Lord and I have high standards! Amen!

You raise me up...

"'To get something you never had, you have to do something you've never done. When God takes something from your grasp, He's not punishing you, but merely opening your hands to receive something better. "
I saw this on a friend's myspace and thought wow this is soo true. God wants us to have the best and he wants us to be our best. Trust in Him and He will take care of you. When I gave my life to the Lord- I realized I am in better hands now. My life has turned around so much. I have awesome friends in my life that lift me up and not drag me down. I had to let go of most of my old friends. I remember saying these words to someone..you become who you hang out with...and you do...hang with the devil and you become one of his. Choose your company wisely! I am a child of God and a woman of faith. Thank you, God! I had someone to tell me their problems and said to them..Pray. They replied, " I pray everynight" Pray for what God wants not what you want. Ask for strength. Ask for faith. Open your heart to the Lord and He will open your eyes.

A work in progress.....

Today marked a new chapter in my life. I was Baptized today at Pleasant Dale Baptist Church by Pastor Jessie Adams. It was a beautiful day. We had 8 people dressed in white robes to be Baptized. Beautiful! Jessie said something so nice about everyone before being "dunked" I could not help but to cry. So many witnessed along with my family and friends of this special moment in my life. God is good! All the time! Without Him I am nothing. The first thing my son, Zachary said to me afterwards was " Momma I love you! You are the best mom in the world!". I am so blessed to have a son like him. Thank you, God! I am also blessed to have such wonderful friends and family. Of course I am blessed to have those who thought about me today that couldnt be there. I love you all!!! I am a work in progress. I walk in the light of God and I choose no other path.
This is what I learned today in Sunday school: 1 Thess. 5:16-22
16) Rejoice always!
17) Pray constantly
18) Give thanks in everything, for this God's will for you in Christ Jesus.
19) Don't stifle the Spirit
20) Don't despise prophecies
21) but test all things, Hold on to what is good.
22) Stay away from every form of evil.
I have found since I have God in my soul things are looking a lot better for me. This doesnt mean I will never have trials and tribulations but God is there to help me. If God brings you to it, He will bring you through it. My eyes have become open to you, Lord. You are the only way. I thank you, Lord for all the things you have given me and all the things to come. To God be the Glory, Honor, and Praise! Amen! Today in memory of my lost child, I wore a silver charm bracelet with an angel on it which was given to me by the baby's father. Someday I will see you my child and I will hold you in my arms. My dear friend Lynn gave me the book "The Secret". I cannot wait to start reading it tonight. I love the candle- it has my name on it and it says Jennifer- hides her feelings towards others; builds relationships that last. I hope our friendship continues to grow!! Thank you for all the gifts!!! Love you!! And ummmm Anthony...no I didnt think about you in a leopard print thong riding a pony as I was under water....LOL