I am standing.
Barely, but somehow, someway, I feel strengthened.
This morning I am fasting...maybe even for the day. I have no desire to eat, but to kneel down and pray, to concencrate myself, to put to practice all that I have learned, watched and witnessed, siants of God doing.
Lord, we need You. My father and I really need You, at this time especially. I have neevr felt so compelled to call on your name, and so comfortable in doing it. We need You Lord. We really need you. I took the opportunity to call on a few powerful sister and brother's early in the AM to ask them for a special prayer.
We need You.
Friday, June 29, 2007
Miami was hotter
It is Friday June 29, 2007...
I've been back a week. The miami heat was much hotter than I imagined.
I've been back a week. The miami heat was much hotter than I imagined.
Sunday, June 17, 2007
Maintaining my cool: It will soon be hot in Mexico
Happy Father's Day daddy!
It's been six days, since I blogged.
Fifteen hours left until we cruise.
And my mind has been racing since my last entry.
I purchased a 1994 Acura this past Monday.
Made the last painstaking finalization on the cruise we are taking to Mexico.
I interviewed over a dozen people for the three stories I have lined up to send in tonight, yes. Tonight.
I know. I had way too much on my plate and It wasn't until today that it clicked when I heard my father say in a concerned voice, "Baby, you look like you been running," then he suggested that I, "put some cucumbers on your eyes and take two hours for yourself to relax."
Knowing how active I have been in the last three weeks, we had our house painted, I don't have to go into detail as to what energy that took, then the next week, all while planning for this trip, on June 7, i turned the big 27, my niece's high school's graduation was the following day on June 8--still going, still straightening, interviewing for the Mattapan Reporter, where work as a reporter, corresponding weekly, I was within this same week preparing for my dear friend Kat to visit for four days...and she arrived on Sunday.
Thankfully she is the epitome of a sister, knowing all that I had on my plate, her quote before she got here was, "Sash, I don't need much space, just give me a corner, I won't be in your way...and most strikingly she shared, "I don't care if your not feeling good, angry or upset, I just want to be in your presence."
:)I smiled and said to myself this is the love that I need in my life everyday, all day.
During her say, we managed to hang out just enough, catch up endlessly, a while I was conversing with the girls daily pertaining the trip, working simultaneously on a few stories: interviewing and gathering information, working full-time, geesh.
Just writing this list is making my head ache.
I list all the things that I had on my plate to demonstrate that with strategy, a positive mind, environment and source around you, anything can be accomplished, in spite of the chaos. Constant re grounding, or one will, without a doubt go crazy.
It all needed to be done, in a matter of time, the essence of life lies in the bracket of time.
Yet the stress that comes with this over exerting oneself, also dissipates in a matter of time.
Today I asked my niece, who has been staying over in my overcrowded room, both of our belongings from the trip lined against my dresser, to get loss, just not in those words. I said, "Lee Lee, auntie needs two or three hours to herself to get some work done," and she and her friend Carla went Downtown Boston.
I sit here by writing replenished. I took a nap, ate dinner, took a warm, long shower, washed my hair--and with my eyes closed, I graciously listened to Fred Hammond sing so beautifully in my ear (it felt like), via my JVC speakers.
I can say, I am as rejuvenated as I will be, for the ladies stay this evening.
We're flying out to Miami tomorrow in the AM. I can say I've learned from this experience that we need escapes. I planned this entire trip, from working with a Carnival agent to set it up, reserving air tickets, purchasing both, setting deadlines, collecting the money from the girls....the list goes on but the greater point is in time, as it has prevailed, everything will come together. It's a fact. It's a matter of how you maintain while going through.
I personally can't wait to see each of their faces on their first cruise, light up in joy, it's been a journey and I am ready to celebrate.
Mexico here we come.
It's been six days, since I blogged.
Fifteen hours left until we cruise.
And my mind has been racing since my last entry.
I purchased a 1994 Acura this past Monday.
Made the last painstaking finalization on the cruise we are taking to Mexico.
I interviewed over a dozen people for the three stories I have lined up to send in tonight, yes. Tonight.
I know. I had way too much on my plate and It wasn't until today that it clicked when I heard my father say in a concerned voice, "Baby, you look like you been running," then he suggested that I, "put some cucumbers on your eyes and take two hours for yourself to relax."
Knowing how active I have been in the last three weeks, we had our house painted, I don't have to go into detail as to what energy that took, then the next week, all while planning for this trip, on June 7, i turned the big 27, my niece's high school's graduation was the following day on June 8--still going, still straightening, interviewing for the Mattapan Reporter, where work as a reporter, corresponding weekly, I was within this same week preparing for my dear friend Kat to visit for four days...and she arrived on Sunday.
Thankfully she is the epitome of a sister, knowing all that I had on my plate, her quote before she got here was, "Sash, I don't need much space, just give me a corner, I won't be in your way...and most strikingly she shared, "I don't care if your not feeling good, angry or upset, I just want to be in your presence."
:)I smiled and said to myself this is the love that I need in my life everyday, all day.
During her say, we managed to hang out just enough, catch up endlessly, a while I was conversing with the girls daily pertaining the trip, working simultaneously on a few stories: interviewing and gathering information, working full-time, geesh.
Just writing this list is making my head ache.
I list all the things that I had on my plate to demonstrate that with strategy, a positive mind, environment and source around you, anything can be accomplished, in spite of the chaos. Constant re grounding, or one will, without a doubt go crazy.
It all needed to be done, in a matter of time, the essence of life lies in the bracket of time.
Yet the stress that comes with this over exerting oneself, also dissipates in a matter of time.
Today I asked my niece, who has been staying over in my overcrowded room, both of our belongings from the trip lined against my dresser, to get loss, just not in those words. I said, "Lee Lee, auntie needs two or three hours to herself to get some work done," and she and her friend Carla went Downtown Boston.
I sit here by writing replenished. I took a nap, ate dinner, took a warm, long shower, washed my hair--and with my eyes closed, I graciously listened to Fred Hammond sing so beautifully in my ear (it felt like), via my JVC speakers.
I can say, I am as rejuvenated as I will be, for the ladies stay this evening.
We're flying out to Miami tomorrow in the AM. I can say I've learned from this experience that we need escapes. I planned this entire trip, from working with a Carnival agent to set it up, reserving air tickets, purchasing both, setting deadlines, collecting the money from the girls....the list goes on but the greater point is in time, as it has prevailed, everything will come together. It's a fact. It's a matter of how you maintain while going through.
I personally can't wait to see each of their faces on their first cruise, light up in joy, it's been a journey and I am ready to celebrate.
Mexico here we come.
Monday, June 11, 2007
At the Hour
My mind was racing...
head aching...
Frustrated, a little.
Nonetheless a since of peace resonated.
I trust you God. You've shown me in my times of doubt, how beneficial it is to rely and trust in you.
to be continued...
head aching...
Frustrated, a little.
Nonetheless a since of peace resonated.
I trust you God. You've shown me in my times of doubt, how beneficial it is to rely and trust in you.
to be continued...
By Faith...I believe
It was not until today that I came to the realization that whatever is meant to be, will not only be but with God will manifest in the right time, very gracefully.
Thursday, June 7, 2007
Happy Birthday Day to me
It is June 7, 2007 I am elated...
My birthday celebration began like this:
Yesterday on my way out from work, rushing...slightly to change my clothing, to catch the nail salon for a pedicure, eyebrow arch and polish change on my nails, to then get home by 6:00 p.m. to meet my personal stylist for a stellar hair style.
I literally ran into Samantha and Melinda. I call them my ladies. Two precious young ladies that graciously thought of my special day and purchased me an amazing Konditor Meister cake, lined with perfectly shaped strawberries dipped in chocolate, a light mousse, shredded chocolate, white chocolate, to-die-for-tasty cake for me, with a balloon, flowers and a card.
And for all of you who have not yest experienced Konditor Mesiter's delicious cakes or European fine pastries, you are not living. And if you don't believe me just take a look at the website www.konditormeister.com, stop in and get a sample of their good and please let me know what you melt-in-your-mouth think.
From all the attention I was shown, people opening up doors, asking me if I needed help, as they noticed my hands were completely full with birthday gifts, to having my God sister and friend stop by early morning after she got the kids off to school, spend a generous amount of time talking, laughing and assisting me in cleaning my room, and helping my mother find an outstanding deal on a 20' flat-screen--(that I have had my eye on for sometime now), television for my birthday. Whoop there is!
Today, I'm reflecting on what it means to truly be living. To be living to me is precious. I am a women who is proud of her age, 27 today that is, because with the twenty-six years that I have had the opportunity to live, grow and learn; I've gained experience, grown wisdom, both spiritually, mentally and physically.
I'm elated that I am at a place in my life where I am feeling free. I love living, except at times when I endure pain: whether it be from witnessing the pain of others or just simply going through rough time, myself.
My waking up this morning early to breakfast in bed, courtesy of my lovely niece, Lee Lee...who is she growing was the epitome of receiving love and watching it manifest, like wild fire...eight years apart we are and it's starting to feel like much less. I see her maturity. I naturally see her growth and I now can vision the impact that I have had on her life, my family as well.
Though I woke up to a messy room, having my long-time friend and sister, Leah came by and spend time with me while cleaning, gave me a feeling money can't buy.
to be continued...
My birthday celebration began like this:
Yesterday on my way out from work, rushing...slightly to change my clothing, to catch the nail salon for a pedicure, eyebrow arch and polish change on my nails, to then get home by 6:00 p.m. to meet my personal stylist for a stellar hair style.
I literally ran into Samantha and Melinda. I call them my ladies. Two precious young ladies that graciously thought of my special day and purchased me an amazing Konditor Meister cake, lined with perfectly shaped strawberries dipped in chocolate, a light mousse, shredded chocolate, white chocolate, to-die-for-tasty cake for me, with a balloon, flowers and a card.
And for all of you who have not yest experienced Konditor Mesiter's delicious cakes or European fine pastries, you are not living. And if you don't believe me just take a look at the website www.konditormeister.com, stop in and get a sample of their good and please let me know what you melt-in-your-mouth think.
From all the attention I was shown, people opening up doors, asking me if I needed help, as they noticed my hands were completely full with birthday gifts, to having my God sister and friend stop by early morning after she got the kids off to school, spend a generous amount of time talking, laughing and assisting me in cleaning my room, and helping my mother find an outstanding deal on a 20' flat-screen--(that I have had my eye on for sometime now), television for my birthday. Whoop there is!
Today, I'm reflecting on what it means to truly be living. To be living to me is precious. I am a women who is proud of her age, 27 today that is, because with the twenty-six years that I have had the opportunity to live, grow and learn; I've gained experience, grown wisdom, both spiritually, mentally and physically.
I'm elated that I am at a place in my life where I am feeling free. I love living, except at times when I endure pain: whether it be from witnessing the pain of others or just simply going through rough time, myself.
My waking up this morning early to breakfast in bed, courtesy of my lovely niece, Lee Lee...who is she growing was the epitome of receiving love and watching it manifest, like wild fire...eight years apart we are and it's starting to feel like much less. I see her maturity. I naturally see her growth and I now can vision the impact that I have had on her life, my family as well.
Though I woke up to a messy room, having my long-time friend and sister, Leah came by and spend time with me while cleaning, gave me a feeling money can't buy.
to be continued...
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