Learned my 13 year old son has become a news connoisseur and pretty astute on current events. Thank you 8th grade Social Studies!
Learned the same son was selected to attend the CollegeBound Foundation’s Success Seminar at Johns Hopkins. I’m sure Corona will cancel this event but so glad he’s being recognized for his hard work.
Not a new learning moment but a reminder that a phone call, even just to say a quick hello, is so invaluable. Spoke to family member who lives alone and she just wanted to “talk to someone to know I’m still in the land of the living.” Let’s continue to remember we’re in this together friends!
Let’s face it, at this point, many of us are on a somewhat steep learning curve. So I’ve decided to start recording the new things I learn over the next few weeks…from the deeply spiritual to the ridiculously funny and everything in between. Feel free to share your learning moments!
In 3rd grade science, I learned about producers, consumers and decomposers. Reaching into the recesses of my elementary school memory, I know I must have learned this at some point but today it was all new to me.
During a random dance break, I learned my 9 year old daughter knows the words to The Gap Band’s “Outstanding”🤔
I learned choreography with Debbie Allen! It was on IG Live but, hey I still got to live out my “Fame” dreams.
As an introvert, I must admit that the idea of being confined to my home is a little dreamy. It’s exciting to think of all the books I could read. Of course as a mom, who has to telework, the dream does a subtle face-plant into reality but a girl can still try! So with our local library closing for two weeks, my family and I hit the stacks one last time (at proper social distancing of course) and filled a huge tote to our hearts’ delight. Can’t wait to crack these open! What’s on your list?
P.S. For anyone feeling the anxiety of the times here are a couple of reminders that bolster my faith:
Jeremiah 17:7 But blessed are those who trust in the Lord and have made the Lord their hope and confidence.
Philippians 4:6-7 Don’t worry about anything; instead, pray about everything. Tell God what you need, and thank Him for all He has done. Then you will experience peace, which exceeds anything we can understand. His peace will guard your hearts and minds as you live in Christ Jesus.
Dear 7th grade Me, It’s our birthday, it’s our birthday, we’re going to party like it’s our birthday!
Girl, you look fabulous! I know how much you fretted over your hair and outfit. Believe it or not, you will grow to love the “big” forehead you so desperately tried to cover. You’re not just “pretty for a dark-skinned girl,” you’re pretty…period. One day you will celebrate your rich complexion, walking confidently in your skin…and your afro. Yes girl! That hair you stressed about keeping straight will thrive as a thick, curly, kinky crown of glory. How cool was it that Mom let you wear her sweater? Red always has and always will be your color, embrace it and rock it often. About Mom & Dad, I know they may seem a little strict but you really will appreciate them later. Their boundaries and prayers will keep you from some dire mistakes and bitter heartache. Trust me. And I know it’s not always easy being a “church girl.” Sometimes you just want to fit in and do what everyone else is doing. You’ll realize the importance of cultivating your own faith and a relationship with Jesus for yourself. The sooner the better. Keep your heart kind but your eyes open. What “they” think will constantly change and you will never please them, so don’t even try (I know, easier said than done). Keep smiling, it will be a great asset.
God made you a brilliant original. There is no need to dim your shine. You are enough…always have been, always will be. Believe it.
My husband is my best friend…no cliche. He’s the first person I think of when I have good news, bad news, interesting tidbits, stressful days, exciting days…he’s seen me at my best and at my worst and 20 years in, we’re still walking this journey hand in hand. Happy Birthday Mr. Sellers! I love you!
Lovingly formed Intricately crafted Wonderful and complex You entered the world on this day A gift So much more than meets the eye So much more of your story to be written A gift, my gift Celebrating you today and always-LAS
“Every person needs to take one day away. A day in which one consciously separates the past from the future. Jobs, family, employers, and friends can exist one day without any one of us, and if our egos permit us to confess, they could exist eternally in our absence. Each person deserves a day away in which no problems are confronted, no solutions searched for. Each of us needs to withdraw from the cares which will not withdraw from us.” ― Maya Angelou, Wouldn’t Take Nothing for My Journey Now
Feeling a little under the weather this week, so I’m laying on my couch, watching Touched By An Angel reruns, giving my body the rest it needs. Just being reminded of the necessity of rest today.
A dear sister-friend informed me that February is National Haiku Month. She knows a thing or two about haiku as she is the author of A Christian’s Book of Haiku.
So in the last days of the month, I say better late than never to share the love. And since poetry has been my expression of choice lately, I’ve decided to try my hand…
Clear a cluttered desk Free a busy calendar Rest a weary mind
(I used this handy site to check my syllable count.)
I love to dance. My reserved nature often takes a back seat to a hype beat and open dance floor. Music and movement speak to me. It’s how I worship God, it’s rejuvenation, it is inspiration. Find what inspires you today and write on, friends.
Oh, how she danced Head back, Eyes closed Twirling & swaying Bowing & waving Lost in the rhythm Carried by a melody Oh, how she danced Exercising joy To exorcise pain Dancing until she was consumed With freedom-LAS
Inspired by a moment my family silently sat together, in a room, each of us doing our own thing…
We sit in silence. Not in the silence of tension. But in the silence of contentment. Content in our own little worlds, in the imaginings of our minds and the creativity of our hands. Our worlds in orbit basking in the warmth of connected hearts. We sit in silence.
Barnabas Blessings 