i am watching these democratic national convention proceedings (note: i was supposed 2 b there 2morrow with friends n celebration of such a historic occassion but im home debating goin 2 the ER 2nite) 4 reasons other than choosing a candidate 2 vote 4. i am observing these goings on 2 take note of the human condition and importance and influence of interpersonal relationships, both good and bad.
let me say this up front, i am simply enamored with michelle obama and her very public, visible and without shame or fear, reverence, respect and deep love 4 her husband barack. her public displays of affection. it is simply enthralling 2 watch her eyes light up and her smile widen and beam like a ray of sunshine after a short light rain that clears the air, when he enters the room, or n this case, pepsi field.
as i watched her response and reaction 2 him, i sat n envy and n wonton desire 2 have such a woman who would act n such a way 2 me. she alone, n a crowd of thousands, was his biggest cheerleader and most ardent fan. nobody smiled wider, nobody clapped harder, nobody cheered louder, nobody was up on their feet quicker, nobody looked prouder than michelle obama. i bet when barack entered 2nite at the end of bidens speech, if she could have jumped the rafters and bolted down 2 the stage 2 engulf her man with a full body hug and congratulatory kiss, she would have. the power of non verbal communication is incalcuable and priceless.
now catch this, she is accomplished n her own right. all by herself. intelligent. articulate. stylish. charismatic. confident. harvard trained, yet she still deferes 2 her man. she still looks @ him like he is the next best thing since sliced bread. she still touches him like they r teenagers n puppy love. she still smiles, looks him n the eye and listens when he speaks.
all women should take note and keep reference. i believe @ least half of the reason mr barack is where he is 2day, if not more, is because of the 'backing' of mrs michelle, not the berating. 2 many women tear their men down n private, disrespect their men n public and wontoningly carry on about their men 2 his face on a daily basis and wonder why he is the way he is, and things r the way they r. if u want 2 get there n life, wherever there is 4 u, get urself 2gether, find ur place and do ur man right!... u just might end up being 'first lady.'
women, u must understand that u have miraculous powers. u can either build a man up or tear a man down. u can either raise a man 2 heights he has never known or drown a man 2 depths he has never seen, simply by ur support or non-support, both verbal and nonverbal. most macho men will never admit this without being threatened but... a woman has the power 2 lift a man or let him fall. a woman has the power 2 push a man forward or drag a man backward.
even the Bible says n Proverbs (21:9) that it is better 2 live on a corner of the roof than 2 share a house with a quarreling woman!
her actions and words r the catalyst 4 us 2 compete, the encouragement 4 us 2 engage, the power 4 us 2 perform and the will 4 us 2 war! so often we get and gain our inner strength, speaking humanly now, from the woman who believes n us, despite us. she knows us yet she has faith n us. if she says we can, we believe we can and most times we do. there r fewer sweeter words than 'honey, i believe n u!' the lights can be cut off, the car can repossessed and the house can be foreclosed on, but if she says everything is alright, i know ur doing ur best and things will get better, i am with u to the end, we will do our d****st to make it happen! the old tried and worn phrase is true, behind or besides, whichever is ur fancy, every good man is a better woman! ha! gotcha on that one! but a formidable truism nonetheless.
as the young urban crooner ne-yo sung 'im a movement by myself, but im a force when we're 2gether. u make me better.'
i want my michelle obama!
Thursday, August 28, 2008
Friday, August 22, 2008
a word about a wedding
words r not winsome enuf and adjectives r inadequate 2 definitively describe the joy n my heart n the happiness n my spirit 4 alan & deidra. my lil brother iz married and i gotz a brand new sis!
who woulda thunk it? who would predicted it? who woulda believed it? from international playboy 2 committed husband ... yall did it!...
ive been waiting 2 write n post on the this feeling and the weekend itself, yet everytime i sat down 2 pen, i could not contain my thoughts n feelings 2 words n keystrokes... even now, this is difficult 2 transcribe.i will b back later with a 'tim russert' type no holds barred eyewitness report of the haps... but 4 now, let it b known i havent been this excited n a long time . i recieve happiness from seeing others happy n being blessed!
the support shown n the love expressed by corinth and many friends and well wishers from around the country was overwhelming. it was literally astounding! i must admit i was sadly surprised by the conspicuous absence of a few whom i thought would have been n attendence, if 4 no other reason than simple relationship. u can tell who is n ur corner when u r experiencing things n life that mean the most 2 u by who is there. yes many come 4 many varied reasons. i call them 'wedding watchers.' ...some come 2 criticize, others 2 critique and still others 2 compare. others come 2b nosey, while still others 2b known that they were there. however, some come 2 genuinely celebrate with u n ur season. these r the people we need more of n our lives. christian celebrators not holy haters.
4 the christian celebrators, the faces, smiles, voices and touches i recieved, felt and saw this weekend (from folks who were there) i will never 4get n will always b treasured n my heart and mind. i have lost a measure of respect 4 some, but i have n turn gained a higher level of respect 4 some others. our pastor has taught us over the years, n iv heard it endlessly @ home growing up, that just ur presence is powerful, 4 it alone speaks volumes. conversely, ones absence is just as powerful and it 2 speaks volumes... ok, enuf of that...
4 everyone who helped 2 make the night special for my little brother and his bride, i thank you from my heart. i applaud you from my spirit. u not only made it special 4 them, but u also made it so very special 4 my mom n dad and 4 me... if u could hug each of u i would.
i shall return when the feeling is flowin' 2 give u the patterson paparrazi version of the rock star weekend...
till then... live like ur n love, everyday!
remember, u r greatly blessed, highly favored and deeply loved!
agape
pastor p
who woulda thunk it? who would predicted it? who woulda believed it? from international playboy 2 committed husband ... yall did it!...
ive been waiting 2 write n post on the this feeling and the weekend itself, yet everytime i sat down 2 pen, i could not contain my thoughts n feelings 2 words n keystrokes... even now, this is difficult 2 transcribe.i will b back later with a 'tim russert' type no holds barred eyewitness report of the haps... but 4 now, let it b known i havent been this excited n a long time . i recieve happiness from seeing others happy n being blessed!
the support shown n the love expressed by corinth and many friends and well wishers from around the country was overwhelming. it was literally astounding! i must admit i was sadly surprised by the conspicuous absence of a few whom i thought would have been n attendence, if 4 no other reason than simple relationship. u can tell who is n ur corner when u r experiencing things n life that mean the most 2 u by who is there. yes many come 4 many varied reasons. i call them 'wedding watchers.' ...some come 2 criticize, others 2 critique and still others 2 compare. others come 2b nosey, while still others 2b known that they were there. however, some come 2 genuinely celebrate with u n ur season. these r the people we need more of n our lives. christian celebrators not holy haters.
4 the christian celebrators, the faces, smiles, voices and touches i recieved, felt and saw this weekend (from folks who were there) i will never 4get n will always b treasured n my heart and mind. i have lost a measure of respect 4 some, but i have n turn gained a higher level of respect 4 some others. our pastor has taught us over the years, n iv heard it endlessly @ home growing up, that just ur presence is powerful, 4 it alone speaks volumes. conversely, ones absence is just as powerful and it 2 speaks volumes... ok, enuf of that...
4 everyone who helped 2 make the night special for my little brother and his bride, i thank you from my heart. i applaud you from my spirit. u not only made it special 4 them, but u also made it so very special 4 my mom n dad and 4 me... if u could hug each of u i would.
i shall return when the feeling is flowin' 2 give u the patterson paparrazi version of the rock star weekend...
till then... live like ur n love, everyday!
remember, u r greatly blessed, highly favored and deeply loved!
agape
pastor p
hip hop 4 hiv
sponsored by the city of dallas, 97.9 the beat and the mlk, jr family clinic, the hip hop 4 hiv event is an initiative 2 raise awareness and educate the community on the viral influence of aids n the black community.
2 lure the youngsters out, called 'testing 4 tickets,' the sponsors r hosting a concert on the steps of dallas city hall with some of the hottest hip hop artists 2 date. david banner, mike jones, bun b, young berg, day 26 and more, including local artists as well. i did see the local rapper coming up King's wrapped chevrolet tahoe. he is a resident of my community ssol (south side on lamar), a great guy and family man. go support king.
i am encouraged 2 c education and awaressness being raised n our community. the parking lot was full even across the street at madison high and the lines were outside the door. channel 11 news was on hand to lend media support as well as 94.5 and 104.5.
from the dallas city hall website, here some startling statistics concerning aids nationally, state-wide and in our city...
HIV/AIDS Statistics
• U.S. – About 1.2 million Americans are living with HIV/AIDS. New technology shows that the incidence of HIV is higher than previously known (with estimates at 56,300, rather than the originalestimate of 40,000, new HIV diagnoses each year). It is estimated that 25% of those infected with HIVdo not know it.
• State of Texas – over 60,000 Texans are living with HIV/AIDS, with about 5,000 new HIV diagnoseseach year
• Dallas County – over 13,000 in Dallas County are living with HIV/AIDS, with over 700 new HIV casesreported last year (2007).
aids is a silent killer n our communtiy whereas most carriers r unaware they have the disease. many pass it on to unsuspecting others thru irresponsible behavior and pure ignorance. unfortunately, more often than not, those who do know their status and are positive, cannot afford the exhorbitant prices of the medical cocktails of pills and treatment available. not must we raise awareness, but we must also lower costs for treatments for the average human being. if it can be affordable in africa, it can be made affordable in these united states.
the person you r grinding on a whim, 'hooking up with' on the sly, doing whenever they come to town, dating, engaged 2 or even married 2 just may b a carrier of the disease. u cannot simply 'look' at someone and judge whether or not they have the disease. it is known 2 even lie dormant n the body on an average of 7 yrs b4 becoming active n the body. professionals recommend being tested every 6 months.i encourage u 2 respect urself and get tested. if not then 4 urself, 4 whomever else enters ur life and their loved ones. think beyond urself. ur status affects more than just u. life is more than just u!
however, this 'pre' awareness is great n that it gives one the opportunity 2 engage n preventive action. self awareness, responsible action and disease education r great deterrents 2 contracting the disease. my prayer is that this is more than a concert 4 the throngs of youth i saw who were standing n the heat 2 get tested 2 get a ticket. my hope is that this ticket is entree n2 a proactive lifestyle of positive and informed choices and responsible behavior.
many kudos and 'big ups' 2 mayor tom leppert, mayor pro tem dwaine caraway and his 'teen summit' initiative 4 taking a stance and showing concern 4 our community. mr caraway is a non-stop community changing machine and a political dynamo. also 2 rickey smiley who is always on the grind n the community, concerned about the people and making a tangible difference n the lives of many. the lives that will b saved as a result of this effort cannot b counted nor can a price tag affixed 2 them. there is a 'fresh wind' blowing thru dallas city hall and it is cool and refreshing. soon the deserts of many forgotten or simply neglected communities will become oasises of pride and progression because of the work of few who still believe n a better future 4 all dallasites.
ps. u guys know i love pictures but my digital cameras battery was depleted. i took a picture with my sidekick phone but cant download it 2 my computure! ... ill keep trying! :-)
live, laugh and love 4 life is not promised!
agape,
pastor p
2 lure the youngsters out, called 'testing 4 tickets,' the sponsors r hosting a concert on the steps of dallas city hall with some of the hottest hip hop artists 2 date. david banner, mike jones, bun b, young berg, day 26 and more, including local artists as well. i did see the local rapper coming up King's wrapped chevrolet tahoe. he is a resident of my community ssol (south side on lamar), a great guy and family man. go support king.
i am encouraged 2 c education and awaressness being raised n our community. the parking lot was full even across the street at madison high and the lines were outside the door. channel 11 news was on hand to lend media support as well as 94.5 and 104.5.
from the dallas city hall website, here some startling statistics concerning aids nationally, state-wide and in our city...
HIV/AIDS Statistics
• U.S. – About 1.2 million Americans are living with HIV/AIDS. New technology shows that the incidence of HIV is higher than previously known (with estimates at 56,300, rather than the originalestimate of 40,000, new HIV diagnoses each year). It is estimated that 25% of those infected with HIVdo not know it.
• State of Texas – over 60,000 Texans are living with HIV/AIDS, with about 5,000 new HIV diagnoseseach year
• Dallas County – over 13,000 in Dallas County are living with HIV/AIDS, with over 700 new HIV casesreported last year (2007).
aids is a silent killer n our communtiy whereas most carriers r unaware they have the disease. many pass it on to unsuspecting others thru irresponsible behavior and pure ignorance. unfortunately, more often than not, those who do know their status and are positive, cannot afford the exhorbitant prices of the medical cocktails of pills and treatment available. not must we raise awareness, but we must also lower costs for treatments for the average human being. if it can be affordable in africa, it can be made affordable in these united states.
the person you r grinding on a whim, 'hooking up with' on the sly, doing whenever they come to town, dating, engaged 2 or even married 2 just may b a carrier of the disease. u cannot simply 'look' at someone and judge whether or not they have the disease. it is known 2 even lie dormant n the body on an average of 7 yrs b4 becoming active n the body. professionals recommend being tested every 6 months.i encourage u 2 respect urself and get tested. if not then 4 urself, 4 whomever else enters ur life and their loved ones. think beyond urself. ur status affects more than just u. life is more than just u!
however, this 'pre' awareness is great n that it gives one the opportunity 2 engage n preventive action. self awareness, responsible action and disease education r great deterrents 2 contracting the disease. my prayer is that this is more than a concert 4 the throngs of youth i saw who were standing n the heat 2 get tested 2 get a ticket. my hope is that this ticket is entree n2 a proactive lifestyle of positive and informed choices and responsible behavior.
many kudos and 'big ups' 2 mayor tom leppert, mayor pro tem dwaine caraway and his 'teen summit' initiative 4 taking a stance and showing concern 4 our community. mr caraway is a non-stop community changing machine and a political dynamo. also 2 rickey smiley who is always on the grind n the community, concerned about the people and making a tangible difference n the lives of many. the lives that will b saved as a result of this effort cannot b counted nor can a price tag affixed 2 them. there is a 'fresh wind' blowing thru dallas city hall and it is cool and refreshing. soon the deserts of many forgotten or simply neglected communities will become oasises of pride and progression because of the work of few who still believe n a better future 4 all dallasites.
ps. u guys know i love pictures but my digital cameras battery was depleted. i took a picture with my sidekick phone but cant download it 2 my computure! ... ill keep trying! :-)
live, laugh and love 4 life is not promised!
agape,
pastor p
Monday, August 4, 2008
Laying To Rest A G.O.A.T.
Today we laid to rest one of the greatest of all time (G.O.A.T.)
Dr. C A W Clark was a redwood among grass. Someone said today in their eulogistic remarks that he was short in stature but he cast a long shadow that covered generations. I am one, in the many of the multitudes, who resided in the blessings of the shadow of Dr Clark.
Dr Clark was that unusual phenomenon in humanity that only comes along every so often. One whom is so gifted and graced by God that even his peers do not try to emulate him. They just marveled at him. however, generations since him, have dissected, copied and emulated his style, tenor and tone to preaching. As younger preachers, we were amazed at Dr Clark. he was a godfather of preaching. As older preachers, we are most thankful for a man like Dr Clark, he is a friend to all.
He is so unique, and a rarified phenomenon that he is studied in the halls of academia in the highest eschelon. How can a 7th grade drop out now have students at Harvard University studying his life, his preaching prowess and preaching style? From missing school and being unable to procede beyond the 7th grade because of the economic need to pick cotton, to the top eschelon of ivory halls in academic excellence at the highest level.
His use of the english language is only as remarkable as he was a stutterer as a youngster. Yet, across the nation and even the globe, throngs came to hear him preach. I remember going to the national convention as a yongster with my parents, just like it was yesterday, and going to hear Dr Clark preach. There was always only standing room only, people lined around the walls and standing out in the foyers and hallways just to hear him preach. he drew crowds like a moth to a flame. The anointing that exuded from this man as he preached is something I have not experienced on that level, in such a huge venue, since. The atmosphere was charged with the electricty of the Holy Ghost! I remember saying to myself then, that's what I want to happen when I preach!
He was both an economist and an artist of words. Dr. William J Shaw, President of the National Baptist Convention, USA, Inc. said today during the eulogy that Dr Clark 'never wasted words.' When Dr Clark spoke, for those of you old enough to remember, he was like E F Hutton, when he spoke, people listened. Really listened. We hung on his every word.
In college, he would come to the North Antioch Missionary Baptist Church, where Dr Cameron Alexander is Pastor, once a year for revival. My friends and i, who are now young pastors, never missed a night. In the middle of exams, we where there every night. Sitting in the balcony, amazed at the artistry, imagination and anointing of this man. We wanted to preach like Ceasar! We got our hands on every tape, every video, every manuscript that we could. My friend jamal actually broke the tape in the cassette one night while we listened to Dr Clark, because he had played it so much, the tape just popped!
I am a recipient of 'generational blessings.' I have been privilaged to meet and have relationship with people without whom the relationship wth my father, would not have been. For this i am grateful, simply because it is of no fault of mine and i am so undeserving. Since being in dallas, Dr Clark was one of those blessings. I would go and sit and talk, well really listen, to Dr Clark on many occassions. The depth of his wisdom was deeper than the sea beds. His derth of knowledge in things spiritual and practical was beyond a blessing to me. He and the late Dr E K Bailey, were both the guiding forces for me here in Dallas, through my crucible at another church, for which I will forever be indebted to the both of them.
I have been privileged to even preach in the great pulpit and tall steeple of his church, the Goodstreet Missionary Baptist Church on five or six occassions. Dr Clark was a friend to youung preachers. For this I am also grateful and thankful. He has left an indelible imprint on my life that will never be erased.
I am thankful for his life, his preaching, his encouragement, his support, his wisdom, his jokes, his laughter and his smile.
Oh yeah, Isaid, I cried. i did. A friend of mine made joke about it today, but it was no laughing matter to me. But then again, he did not have a relationship nor the history that I was privileged to have with Dr Clark.... Leaving the church, headed to the cemetary, seeing the four horse drawn carriage that carried his body through the streets of Dallas brought tears to my eyes. Seeing cars stopped on the opposite side of the street and people getting out to take pictures of the procession brought tears to my eyes. Tsee people standing at attention in their yards and even one day care, charter school had their children and youth out in the front, standing, taking in the sights and sounds of this moment brought tears to my eyes. The regality of the moment did not escape me, as Dr Clark was royalty among preachers.
As I think about the days happenings and the life of Dr Clark, and how he has invested in my life, tears are now coming to my eyes. Goodnight on earth to you Dr Clark, but good morning to you in heaven, where God will wipe away the tears from all weeping eyes.
agape
Dr. C A W Clark was a redwood among grass. Someone said today in their eulogistic remarks that he was short in stature but he cast a long shadow that covered generations. I am one, in the many of the multitudes, who resided in the blessings of the shadow of Dr Clark.
Dr Clark was that unusual phenomenon in humanity that only comes along every so often. One whom is so gifted and graced by God that even his peers do not try to emulate him. They just marveled at him. however, generations since him, have dissected, copied and emulated his style, tenor and tone to preaching. As younger preachers, we were amazed at Dr Clark. he was a godfather of preaching. As older preachers, we are most thankful for a man like Dr Clark, he is a friend to all.
He is so unique, and a rarified phenomenon that he is studied in the halls of academia in the highest eschelon. How can a 7th grade drop out now have students at Harvard University studying his life, his preaching prowess and preaching style? From missing school and being unable to procede beyond the 7th grade because of the economic need to pick cotton, to the top eschelon of ivory halls in academic excellence at the highest level.
His use of the english language is only as remarkable as he was a stutterer as a youngster. Yet, across the nation and even the globe, throngs came to hear him preach. I remember going to the national convention as a yongster with my parents, just like it was yesterday, and going to hear Dr Clark preach. There was always only standing room only, people lined around the walls and standing out in the foyers and hallways just to hear him preach. he drew crowds like a moth to a flame. The anointing that exuded from this man as he preached is something I have not experienced on that level, in such a huge venue, since. The atmosphere was charged with the electricty of the Holy Ghost! I remember saying to myself then, that's what I want to happen when I preach!
He was both an economist and an artist of words. Dr. William J Shaw, President of the National Baptist Convention, USA, Inc. said today during the eulogy that Dr Clark 'never wasted words.' When Dr Clark spoke, for those of you old enough to remember, he was like E F Hutton, when he spoke, people listened. Really listened. We hung on his every word.
In college, he would come to the North Antioch Missionary Baptist Church, where Dr Cameron Alexander is Pastor, once a year for revival. My friends and i, who are now young pastors, never missed a night. In the middle of exams, we where there every night. Sitting in the balcony, amazed at the artistry, imagination and anointing of this man. We wanted to preach like Ceasar! We got our hands on every tape, every video, every manuscript that we could. My friend jamal actually broke the tape in the cassette one night while we listened to Dr Clark, because he had played it so much, the tape just popped!
I am a recipient of 'generational blessings.' I have been privilaged to meet and have relationship with people without whom the relationship wth my father, would not have been. For this i am grateful, simply because it is of no fault of mine and i am so undeserving. Since being in dallas, Dr Clark was one of those blessings. I would go and sit and talk, well really listen, to Dr Clark on many occassions. The depth of his wisdom was deeper than the sea beds. His derth of knowledge in things spiritual and practical was beyond a blessing to me. He and the late Dr E K Bailey, were both the guiding forces for me here in Dallas, through my crucible at another church, for which I will forever be indebted to the both of them.
I have been privileged to even preach in the great pulpit and tall steeple of his church, the Goodstreet Missionary Baptist Church on five or six occassions. Dr Clark was a friend to youung preachers. For this I am also grateful and thankful. He has left an indelible imprint on my life that will never be erased.
I am thankful for his life, his preaching, his encouragement, his support, his wisdom, his jokes, his laughter and his smile.
Oh yeah, Isaid, I cried. i did. A friend of mine made joke about it today, but it was no laughing matter to me. But then again, he did not have a relationship nor the history that I was privileged to have with Dr Clark.... Leaving the church, headed to the cemetary, seeing the four horse drawn carriage that carried his body through the streets of Dallas brought tears to my eyes. Seeing cars stopped on the opposite side of the street and people getting out to take pictures of the procession brought tears to my eyes. Tsee people standing at attention in their yards and even one day care, charter school had their children and youth out in the front, standing, taking in the sights and sounds of this moment brought tears to my eyes. The regality of the moment did not escape me, as Dr Clark was royalty among preachers.
As I think about the days happenings and the life of Dr Clark, and how he has invested in my life, tears are now coming to my eyes. Goodnight on earth to you Dr Clark, but good morning to you in heaven, where God will wipe away the tears from all weeping eyes.
agape
Everyday Like The Last!
life is short and our days are numbered... Psalm 39:4
we should take the attitude to live each day as if it is our last,for we know not the day, the hour or the minute when life will end. considering such, things that really matter begin 2 take precedence n life. the trivial becomes tiring and the mundane is boring. people become the most important priority n life. leaving a mark on people beomes ur utmost desire.
it is more than a selfish endeavor. living each moment as if it is ur last is not about getting what you can out of life, but it is about giving all that u have n this life, and then watching it float out on the waves of people, but come back on the tides of simple blessings.
when u live each day as if it is ur last, the simplest things n life become the most important. a smile from a stranger, the wind n ur face, the sun n ur eyes, the sounds of birds singing n the morning, the simple light touch of that special someone, a lyric that makes u cry, a beat that makes u move, the sound of ur mothers voice, the strength and comfort n ur dads hand, etc. etc.
never become complacent and 'couch potatoe'-ish about life! get out and grab life by the horns! CARPE DIEM! seize the day, the moment! dont let life pass u by, pass life on 2 someone else. encourage someone 2 b the best they can b, enlighten someone 2 know they r not alone n this world and n what they r going thru, empower someone 2 believe they can do it!
let someone know u love them, tell somebody how they influenced ur life, thank someone 2day 4 the smallest act of kindness, say thank u and please!... say their name n conversation!
LOVE someone, today!
hate and fight r signs of an empty and hurting person. sacrifice and humbleness r signs of a secure person. people who hold grudges are insecure about themselves and just need 2b loved on... love is putting urself 2nd 2 someone else... many never realize this or get 2 this realization n life UNTIL THEY HAVE MISSED OR LOST some of the best loves they could have ever had and end up missing out on TRUE love n someone else. dont b so consumed with urself that u miss what God is trying 2 give 2 u thru someone else!
iv finally learned the lesson of release (the human spirit so often wants 2 hold on2 everything that comes our way). its not easy and hurts deep, but some people n life WE r meant 2 love, but not necessarily recieve love back from them. our job is simply 2 model love 2 them, planting a seed that the Spirit will grow n them n time. love is...
well, that flow just slowed down..so time 2 say goodbye 4 now...
remember, live everyday like it is ur last day! QUESTION: if this were ur last 24hrs, what would u do, where would u go and what would u say? ....got the answer? THEN DO IT! call them! show up! say it! do it!...they just may b waiting 2 see u, hear u, feel u or just know u!
love, laugh and live!
agape!
a louis 3
greatly blessed, highly favored and deeply loved
'08 A Year Of New Beginnings
we should take the attitude to live each day as if it is our last,for we know not the day, the hour or the minute when life will end. considering such, things that really matter begin 2 take precedence n life. the trivial becomes tiring and the mundane is boring. people become the most important priority n life. leaving a mark on people beomes ur utmost desire.
it is more than a selfish endeavor. living each moment as if it is ur last is not about getting what you can out of life, but it is about giving all that u have n this life, and then watching it float out on the waves of people, but come back on the tides of simple blessings.
when u live each day as if it is ur last, the simplest things n life become the most important. a smile from a stranger, the wind n ur face, the sun n ur eyes, the sounds of birds singing n the morning, the simple light touch of that special someone, a lyric that makes u cry, a beat that makes u move, the sound of ur mothers voice, the strength and comfort n ur dads hand, etc. etc.
never become complacent and 'couch potatoe'-ish about life! get out and grab life by the horns! CARPE DIEM! seize the day, the moment! dont let life pass u by, pass life on 2 someone else. encourage someone 2 b the best they can b, enlighten someone 2 know they r not alone n this world and n what they r going thru, empower someone 2 believe they can do it!
let someone know u love them, tell somebody how they influenced ur life, thank someone 2day 4 the smallest act of kindness, say thank u and please!... say their name n conversation!
LOVE someone, today!
hate and fight r signs of an empty and hurting person. sacrifice and humbleness r signs of a secure person. people who hold grudges are insecure about themselves and just need 2b loved on... love is putting urself 2nd 2 someone else... many never realize this or get 2 this realization n life UNTIL THEY HAVE MISSED OR LOST some of the best loves they could have ever had and end up missing out on TRUE love n someone else. dont b so consumed with urself that u miss what God is trying 2 give 2 u thru someone else!
iv finally learned the lesson of release (the human spirit so often wants 2 hold on2 everything that comes our way). its not easy and hurts deep, but some people n life WE r meant 2 love, but not necessarily recieve love back from them. our job is simply 2 model love 2 them, planting a seed that the Spirit will grow n them n time. love is...
well, that flow just slowed down..so time 2 say goodbye 4 now...
remember, live everyday like it is ur last day! QUESTION: if this were ur last 24hrs, what would u do, where would u go and what would u say? ....got the answer? THEN DO IT! call them! show up! say it! do it!...they just may b waiting 2 see u, hear u, feel u or just know u!
love, laugh and live!
agape!
a louis 3
greatly blessed, highly favored and deeply loved
'08 A Year Of New Beginnings
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