I wanted to say HI, and also, I forgot to add this picture to my last post. My Davy (who is one of the BEST boys EVER!), my Seth (who is ADORABLY cute AND smart, too!) and my babykins Sarah JOY (she’s starting to climb things!)
This morning I was INTERESTED in life! I praised God! I had to take the dog to his house and I was noticing the world around me; frost on everything, the ground frozen stiff, ice puddles for the kids to happily slide on, tiny pinecones in the trees, the cold rushing stream (love that sound). And I thought, “Wait, I’m thinking about nature with a clear mind, not a dark gloomy mind! Then, I prayed and thanked the Lord as I continued walking around the pond, to the house.
In the last few months, I’ve been to doctors, several of them (and, more than once). I have depression and am on medicine now, but it’s taking a while to get it just right (frustrating at times). Also, I have a Vitamin D deficiency and am taking extra supplement to boost my levels. I have hope that each day will become BRIGHTER.
We went to church on Sunday and after hearing the sermon, I’ve been thinking a lot about Jesus, and how he treated people when He was on earth those many years ago. He was full of compassion, and love. He sought sinners, and forgave them, healed them, and had a personal relationship with them. The Pharisees were always ready to JUDGE and CAST STONES. They thought they were righteous and good, but they weren’t. They were mean and scary. The harshest words Jesus spoke was against them.
I want to be like Jesus, but am sometimes more like the Pharisee, especially with my own husband and children. Lord, forgive me! I don’t want to be mean and scary, ever!
Instead of throwing stones, let’s spread love and mercy. Instead of thinking about what to get from others, let’s think about what we can give. Instead of being ready with a correction or a reprimand, let’s be long-suffering, forgive and show grace. As believers, it’s a temptation to become over-righteous, but let’s never forget that we are all simply sinners, saved by grace. Everything good comes from Him, everything!
“We love because He first loved us.”
Have a wonderful day, friends! You are LOVED and so special!
Good to be Home 
So glad to hear it!! Thinking of you often and remembering you in prayer.
So happy to hear you are coming out of your depression! Loved what you shared and I am planning on keeping those words and Jesus close to my heart as I struggle with sadness due to being unemployed again! WE are blessed, however, as all of my husband’s and my needs are met, just not some of our wants. He still is employed and that’s a gift. I have to keep the “real reason” for the season in my heart and remember it’s not about gifts, shopping and spending, but about the birth of Jesus! Blessings to you.
HI to you too! I have been thinking of you, because I have been crocheting lots of baby blankets lately. It’s as much for me as for the friends to whom I gift the blankets. Recently I read of research that showed how continuous work with the hands, such as crocheting or knitting, can sooth the nerves and be therapeutic, and I exclaimed to Terry, “It’s true for me! That’s one of the reasons I LOVE crocheting so much!!” I also read of C.S. Lewis’ wife doing the same thing during her frequent bouts with sickness, and recommending it to another lady who was going through difficult times. She said something about how it brightens your spirits to see something pretty unfold in your hands. Just thought I’d share!Glad to know your week has gotten off to a good start! Love, Angie
It is great to hear you are feeling better. It sometimes takes time to get out of the fog ..Ive been there.I love what you posted, from your heart and a very encouraging reminder of how we should treat others, just like Jesus. Have a wonderful day too.
So happy to hear of you loving the sounds, sights, and smells of nature around you, and to know that the dosage your body needs may be pretty close as you have good days! I too would struggle with the right balance as a mom of teaching and correcting. I heard once that we need to praise several times for every criticism. Better to have grace and tenderness. So thankful the Lord gives us that long suffering, loving kindness, and is so patient! Our Malachi took his first steps alone this week!
Amen! Amen! We are basically beggers telling other beggars where to find bread – The Bread of Life.
xo xo
So glad to hear you’re on medication. I don’t know if you got my message, but I think it will really help you. Give it some time; it can take a while to get it just right. In the meantime, praise God that you’re feeling better. One day at a time…
Hugs and “hi” back at-cha!
You words about spreading love and mercy and not throwing stones are so true. I did not really allow that truth to be a part of my life until my two daughters were in their late teens and almost out of the house, and I wish so much now that I acted differently toward my girls when they were younger. Of course I’m still learning… You seem like such a great mom … none of us are ever perfect .. but you are one who seeks God and teaches her children to do the same. What a wonderful gift to give your children.
hi shanda…….amen to this post! great thoughts. so glad you are feeling better, too. life is always a little nicer when you can see it with a smiling face!! hugs going out to you today.
praying for you friend. God will take care of everything, just lean on Him. He will give you wisdom and guidance and give you just what you need. š I too have a vitamin D deficiency and I was having palpitations, felt down, anxous and tired. But, I am better now. I hope your meds and vitamins help you! I know they will. Just keep doing what you are doing, get some good walks in, and stay in the Word! love you