Everyone Has A Gift

It has turned out to be a beautiful September.  I have enjoyed decorating the house for fall and the fragrance of pumpkin spice has filled the air.  We spent the weekend outside walking and working in the yard.  It is also nice to have the windows open to get fresh air into the house.  Laney has also enjoyed some leisurely walks outside.

The Light The Night for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society is ten days away and we are getting ready and praying for a beautiful evening.  It is hard to believe another year has passed so quickly.

The last couple weeks have been electronically challenging for me.  I feel a little jinxed when it comes to anything that has to do with computers.  My lap top no longer exists due to an unforeseen accident.  The mother board got fried.  Then my digital camera wouldn't work anymore.  And last but not least,  I am sad that I have lost some of my blog writings.  They have disappeared probably due to some type of error on my part.  I think I hit a wrong key on the key board and they were gone in an instance.   Perhaps it was meant to be.  I can't fret about the loss.  I'll have to create new postings.

My husband and I spent Saturday eve with some good friends.  They have retired and are moving on with their life.  They are starting a new adventure in the southeast.  They have built a home on a lake with a gorgeous view.  We will miss them and we are wishing them much happiness, as they are fulfilling a dream.  Life is going to be a little sad without them.

I pray everyday for courage and strength to keep moving forward and changing my own life.  I also say a pray for all people who have been a part of my life.  I hope everyone finds the time to take care of f themselves emotionally and physically.

I remind myself daily that I can't change how others think or act, but I can change my thoughts and how I react.  I keep making small daily changes and I am moving forward to fulfill my dreams.

My dreams are not the expectation of what others want from me.  My dreams are the expectations of what I want for my life.  They are what fuels my happiness.  I am learning that God gives us a gift.  It could be an artistic gift, the gift of gab, a brilliant mind, the love of writing, or whatever you think about all the time.  That gift will lead you to a successful life of happiness.  You just have let yourself forget the fear of what others say and keep moving forward with your gift.

Life is beautiful when you follow your heart and use your gift!

Elizabeth:)