Hello Everyone,
This year, 2009, has probably been one of the best years yet for me. According to numerology and the bible, the spiritual meaning of the number nine deals with intellectual power, inventiveness, and influence over situations and things. Characteristic traits of the number nine are a strong desire to serve fellow human beings and a fighter for social causes. Did I mention that I was born on the 9th of October; I turned 39 this year; and even when I am tired, I press forward with my Girl Scouts and my volunteerism? I think 2009 was destined to be my year:-).
Now some people may ask why I would claim 2009 as my best year when I am a single mother, drive a Taurus, broke and dislocated my ankle this year, and I don’t have a mate (not even one in sight LOL). Sounds like a boring, hard life, right? Wrong!!!! My life is full and I am at my happiest because I am free…. I am free from heavy, introspective issues that tend to be distractions and weigh down the spirit. I am no longer blinded by my own self-inflicted ignorance or measuring myself against unrealistic standards. I am free from issues and people that held be back from walking into my God-given purpose and destiny. This does not mean that trials and tribulations do not occur in my life. Remember, what doesn’t break you only makes you stronger. Succinctly, only when I was able to confess my own confusion; realize that no one else could make me happy but me; and acknowledge some hard truths about life was I able to find my own voice amidst the mayhem of life. More importantly, more than any other time, I trusted God and fervently believed in his power, grace and mercy. This has made all the difference in my life. Even when I couldn’t trace his hand, I trusted his heart.
According to John 8:32, “Then you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.” It is so important that we discover our own truth. For some it may be admitting an addiction (there are many kinds), realizing a relationship is over or discovering your soul mate was there all along. For others it may mean ending procrastination and stepping into your purpose. As each day passes, I am still evolving and discovering my own truth. Discover yours…
As we approach the dawn of 2010, keep reaching for what you know the divine Creator has called you to do. Keep reaching my friends. Merry Christmas & Have a great New Year.
One Love,
Robin
Tuesday, December 22, 2009
Monday, December 14, 2009
Finish the Race
I wrote this blog January 2009, and I thought I would share it with you again. This blog is a reminder that we have to regain our focus and push forward. Trials will come but we must finish the race.
I had to share my thoughts with you. Yesterday was by far one of the most trying times of my 38 years (did I day 38, I meant 29). Seriously, I was in a race with my deteriorated spirit, human ignorance, and my innate ability and hard work. Cognitively I was lost and searching for answers on my purpose and why the Creator had put me in this position. I don't know if any of you have ever felt this way, but yesterday was it for me. I was on the verge of freaking out over everyday chaos, tiptoeing around inflated egos with excruciating poignancy, and squeezed between authority and the need to rebel. For a minute I almost threw in the towel.
Then I thought about the card a parent gave thanking me for going over and beyond the call of duty for her child; I thought about the student who told me I was her hero; I thought about the sacrifices of my mother and grandmother; and I thought about the Girl Scouts who patiently anticipate my arrival each time we meet. More importantly, I thought about the love and admiration I see each and every time I look into my daughter's eyes. That did it for me! Those things navigated me back to my center.
The book of 1 Samuel reminds us that it's not how we start the race but how we end that truly matters. A good start is great, but the end matters most. This message is to remind all of us that we, too, are in a race. The race isn't over. How we started isn't nearly as important as how we finish.In the face of difficulty, even when we feel like throwing in the towel, keep pushing. Just keep pushing to the end.....Never give up!
One Love,
Robin
I had to share my thoughts with you. Yesterday was by far one of the most trying times of my 38 years (did I day 38, I meant 29). Seriously, I was in a race with my deteriorated spirit, human ignorance, and my innate ability and hard work. Cognitively I was lost and searching for answers on my purpose and why the Creator had put me in this position. I don't know if any of you have ever felt this way, but yesterday was it for me. I was on the verge of freaking out over everyday chaos, tiptoeing around inflated egos with excruciating poignancy, and squeezed between authority and the need to rebel. For a minute I almost threw in the towel.
Then I thought about the card a parent gave thanking me for going over and beyond the call of duty for her child; I thought about the student who told me I was her hero; I thought about the sacrifices of my mother and grandmother; and I thought about the Girl Scouts who patiently anticipate my arrival each time we meet. More importantly, I thought about the love and admiration I see each and every time I look into my daughter's eyes. That did it for me! Those things navigated me back to my center.
The book of 1 Samuel reminds us that it's not how we start the race but how we end that truly matters. A good start is great, but the end matters most. This message is to remind all of us that we, too, are in a race. The race isn't over. How we started isn't nearly as important as how we finish.In the face of difficulty, even when we feel like throwing in the towel, keep pushing. Just keep pushing to the end.....Never give up!
One Love,
Robin
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