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Happy Darn Wednesday

This has actually been a great day. The boys and I spent the morning with some great friends at the splash-park. I’m just tired, and our air is out again - so I’m a little grumpy. And now Byron reminds me that usually, on Wednesdays, I “try” to be humorous and light hearted - only I don’t feel like it.

So, I’ve got nothin’ - no blonde jokes - no witty banter - no delightful prose. Maybe next Wednesday I’ll be more pleasant. And this has NOTHING to do with the fact that I had to order a sugar-free, “skinny” latte, when I really wanted a Dunkin’ Donut’s extra large chocolate coconut iced coffee with extra whipped cream, but I’m trying to be “buff by 40″ - and the Dunkin’ Donut’s lady is starting to look at me like I have some kind of problem or addiction or something. Like she knows my issues - she couldn’t possibly, because I strategically re-route my coffee stops so that it only looks about one-third as bad as it really is…but I digress…

What was I saying, oh yeah, - so, I’ve been mistreated by several java establishments in this town (NOT “CUPPY’S” ON LEE VISTA - BILL TREATS ME WITH RESPECT AND PASSES NO JUDGEMENT!), so to all the coffee-pushers who judge me because I like to drink dessert-style lattes several times a day - in spite of my efforts to decrease the “junk” in the…well, anyway… I say, “Don’t be a hater, be a liberator!” - or better yet, a caffeinator. As the great philosopher Madea once said, “The bible say, ‘be ye kindest and gentlest to all the peoplests’.” I wholeheartedly concur! Next Wednesday will be different, I promise…I can quit anytime…it’s not me, it’s the caffeine talking…just give me one more chance…

HAPPY WEDNESDAY - PEACE!

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on June 21, 2007
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In Dreams

I’ve always had crazy, vivid dreams. They are so life-like that some days it takes me a long time to shake whatever emotions are generated as I sleep. I remember having a particularly bad dream in which Byron upset me (that NEVER happens in real life), and even though he had, in reality, done nothing to me, I was really mad at him and it took me about an hour before I wanted to speak to him - all because of a dream!

Dreams are funny like that. A lot of times they let me know what is really on my mind. I’ll think I’m past a certain event, feeling or hurt - and then I’ll have a dream that reminds me. Then I’ll walk around thinking, “Why do I feel like this today - why do I have this knot in my stomach - oh yeah, I had this crazy dream…”

I guess, unless I’ve had spicy food late at night, it’s just another way to process my emotions - to work things out without having to focus on it while I’m awake. It’s my heart’s way of saying, “maybe you need to work on this - forgive again, love more, be less offended…” When it comes to a hurt that can lead to bitterness, I’ve found that what I refuse to deal with I become.

So, I guess I’ve got some work to do - it’s a constant process. What’s the old saying, “Don’t be bitter - Be better.”? I’ve always hated cliches, but usually there’s a lot of truth in them.

I’m starting a new work-out regimen today - so, while I work on my body, I can also renew my mind (I think there’s a verse about that somewhere). And I can focus on real dreams - dreams of changing the world one heart at a time.

LOVE IS THE MOVEMENT - and the ultimate dream. Peace.

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on June 20, 2007
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The Real Staff Wives Of Orange County

I’m really excited about a new addition to my blogging addiction. The other C3 pastor’s wives and I have started a blog. “THE REAL STAFF WIVES OF ORANGE COUNTY” is a compilation of the thoughts and etc. of a day in the life of a pastor’s wife. Amanda (wife of Barry - C3 Executive Pastor) posted an awesome blog today. Check it out @ C3 wives - the real staff wives of orange county. As always, peace!

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angiebledsoe
on June 19, 2007
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Love Wins Again!

It’s Monday so I’m thinking a lot today about the weekend - mainly how Sunday went. I felt the spirit of God in such a real way.   I needed that so much.

I’m also thinking about the influences we allow into our lives. Yesterday, I read one blog that challenged me and made me cry (in a good way), then I read another that made me sad and disturbed - how the Enemy has such a stronghold in some people’s lives in the area of hate and bitterness. And by allowing negative thoughts to come into my mind through conversations, - or the internet - the Enemy can have a stronghold in my life as well. So I must be vigilant. I have to protect myself from getting on the roller-coaster of other people’s opinions. Meanwhile, I pray for peace and comfort to all of those seeking and hurting. I pray for the light of truth to speak to hearts and erase the hate. I pray for the strength to chase after the things of God, and God is love - and love wins!

Summing it all up, friends, I’d say you’ll do best by filling your minds and meditating on things true, noble, reputable, authentic, compelling, gracious—the best, not the worst; the beautiful, not the ugly; things to praise, not things to curse. Put into practice what you learned from me, what you heard and saw and realized. Do that, and God, who makes everything work together, will work you into his most excellent harmonies. Philippians 4:8-9 (MSG)

One authentic thing I can meditate on today is the gift of good friends - last night we hung-out with the Leathers, the Lopers, Dan, and Sally. It was great to be with good friends who keep our focus in the right place. I’m so thankful for that, because it’s easier to be positive among friends.

We missed the Conrads (we pray for your safe return, and for your dad’s health). We talked of good things like the numerous hearts that turned to God that morning - and the birth of a new babies (Welcome Bryleigh!). And we celebrated the fact that Andrea “the Queen of the Rap” was born!

So, it’s Monday, and even without 24, I’m doing alright - because I’m focused - not on the losses - but on the wins. Love wins, and I’m so glad!

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on June 19, 2007
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