Trash Talk

 
 
 Past and recent experiences convince me some things should be understood.
 To begin with it's not right to shame or embarrass people.
  Honesty is good but Please tell the truth in Love not aggravation.

 There is also no reason to complain about or find fault with everything.
 Words are like seeds in our lives. Good or bad  they will grow and affect us.
 Choose wisely,we each decide if we will be affected or infected by our words.

Finally,don't let bad feelings dominate you or damage others.
A bad mood or rough day is not an excuse to harsh on everyone.
Don't let anger cause you to sin.

It's alright to be mad but it should be handled the right way.
Bad feelings shouldn't have time to get worse.
When you do get mad deal with it quickly and correctly.
Don't let the sun set on your anger.


 
     


    

Musical Motivator

  Alright you caught me. I've been avoiding the blog.
I didn't want to tell you how much of nothing is getting done.
My big plans have amounted to almost zilch.
Some shaky sign lessons and a free concert made a dent in my laziness.
Otherwise I'm still dragging my feet when I should be stepping up.

 If you've ever heard Casting Crowns in person you know the tickets aren't free.
Tickets for this performance were quickly spoken  for and actually sold out.
Which of my Star Wars related powers got me through the door?
None of them, I'm not an undercover member of the Jedi Knights.

 The secret word is sponsorship.
For five years I have gladly supported a young lady named Valeria.
I first got to know her by choosing to be her World Vision sponsor.
As a sponsor you are told about Christian events and volunteer opportunities.
A short training session, a few questions and one seriously orange apron are all it takes.
The energy of a great Concert and several newly sponsored children gave me new motivation.

Finish line

I reached the end of my first challenge a few days ago.
Yes, after eight weeks of work I'm buying the T-shirt.
 The pala award is behind me.
I have stepped into a new level the Presidents Champions.

 Moving on to new business the second challenge is for my mind.
In this event I am returning to lessons in Spanish and Sign language.
I have been lazy in studying these subjects and in Keyboard as well.
The reason for this goal is to become consistent in my work.
Consistence begins Monday September 26.

Meantal Makeover

Six weeks of the first challenge are now behind me.
In a few weeks I will be an eight week Pala winner.
My night owl complex is almost under control.
Now we move on to becoming consistent and staying focused.

As a part of renewing my study time I've started a mental makeover.
Sometimes there's too much garbage in my head.
Unchecked garbage recently left me in a brain fog of negative thoughts, words, and attitudes.
While curing my negative noggin I began reading" Battlefield of the mind" in chapter size doses.
I'm glad to report that the fog is clearing . I will continue my medicine by reading "Right and wrong thinking".

The Eagles nest

  I wanted to use a new name.All of our ministries have names like Zone or Loft.
The post written by The Mighty yawp made me want to say a few things.
Seven of my kids moved into The Zone yesterday.
Major props go out to Aaron,Brody,Carley,Eli, Hazel, Max and Jackson.

 I may have had to correct you sometimes but I love you and will never hurt you.
I'm still watching out for you and am here if you need me.
May each of you belong to God all of your lives and prosper in Him.
Be sure you never miss any of the plans He has for you.

 Mentioning the children  brings me to the final reason for challenging myself.
I want to become a better example.
I shouldn't have let myself be slack in so many areas.
It isn't good that my own study time has slipped when I'm teaching.

They shouldn't be seeing me slam back a whole cup of cookies in one bite.
I have no ecuuse for coming to class grouchy tired or unprepared.

Rip van Weekday

   No I did not fall asleep for twenty years.
 I've been up before noon two days and counting.
 That's definite progress, I've already started getting things done.
 I'll have to get use to this new invention called morning.               
 The citizens of Amberica are use to sleeping in.

 Another reason for this challenge isn't just physical it's preparation.
 I'm nowhere near fighting shape and have no desire to be a toothpick.
 Being out of condition means lack of excellence.
I cough or lose my breath in mid verse and my high notes would make a wolf howl.
How can I do everything I'm made for if I can't take care of myself?

Pointless problems

 This week marks the half way point of my eight week fitness challenge.
 Instead of  workout updates I want to share a few of my reasons for starting.
I've been disappointed in myself for doing less than I can.
Pointless habits burn a lot of my time.
Hopefully breaking off my old ways will put disappointment to rest.

First up on the chopping block I'm a championship night owl and TV addict.
This leaves my days and nights backward so I miss a lot of valuable daylight.
I also need major recharge time and lose the chance to make a difference in every day.