Pam, Now really, you know better than that, LOL. You knew me as a dorky 8th grader in Mrs. Basinger's class. You were in the "in" crowd as I recall. I just love that we have found each other again. Love and Hugs, Linda
Oh my gosh I never quite made it to the in crowd in middle school or high school you must have missed the post where I said how intimidated I was by you and Lisa I really do love your thoughts you put on paper Please don't stop
No I didn't miss it--Lisa was intimidating all right. She was a bully of a friend but beneath it all she was frightened and scarred from her parents' breakup. I remember thinking how pretty you were and wishing I could be as popular. Really silly stuff, that junior high feeling. Now I just feel lucky that you're in my life. I won't stop--can't anyway. I am so lucky that you & a few others will take time to read what I have to say. Keep your chin up, OK? I know your row is tough to hoe. Much Love, Linda
So funny about the hindu idols. Isn't that blesphemous lol? Prior to meeting Jesus in person, I was in a Krsna consciousness community. For 10 yrs I chanted & really tried to believe the teaching, but ultimately i didn't, & I left the community. Much later is when I met Jesus & for years I worked on eliminating all the ungodly agreements I had made with other entities besides the trinity as I know it now. now I'm easing away from that intense "spiritual warfare" & more basking in the grace of DAD'S unconditional love - for me, & also for everyone else. Who am I to judge? Jesus is the name above all names & every knee shall bow!
Kira, I think you can get to God in lots of ways. Hindu idols aren't my thing, but whatever. The problem with this either/or thinking is that it separates people into us vs. them. Then we have to waste a lot of energy either condemning those "others" or trying to make them think the way we do. What if Jesus is present in the silly-looking elephant god/guy? If it inspires kindness, compassion and love, how can it not be, for love is of God? Thanks for your thoughtful comment! ~Linda
it was 7 years ago when i met Jesus and started following him, finding my place as a daughter in the kingdom. in the past few months, on holy spirit instruction have i really slowed down. and stopped the internal struggle of my own opinion and opened up to God's love for me. ive seen layer upon layer of that nasty "religious spirit" fall off of me. it was acquired not only from my religious training as a child, or from chanting hare krsna, but from society in general. of course heaven took me through every moment. that is the core of this revelation i think - that God has been with me in the valleys as well as the hilltops. it makes no difference to him, so why should it to me? it is sooo freeing not to judge.
Haha yes. Last week my son had a meth psychosis episode where he put a towel & trash in the toilet. he also filled the tub & dumped all his dirty clothes, basket & all, trash & best of all, feces into it. I called for help bc he was showing aggression. While the cops were outside talking to my son, I started the 3 hour task of cleaning this mess. Yes I did have an initial screaming at him, which is so rare lately, but overall I stayed cheerfully connected to the Lords presence & was more grateful than resentful. Hey, it's not the first time I've cleaned up poop, especially my own son's!
I'm so sorry this happened and yes, I do know what that's like. I wish the accompanying psychosis for long term users wasn't a part of it. So heartbreaking, but yeah, it's not like we've never cleaned up our kid's poop. I might scream a little, too. Hang in, Linda
so i've been really taming my tongue for the past few months, which is why we haven't have escalations and the home's harmony has been in tact. so this is hilarious: when i was screaming, my son said "that is not appropriate." in my tizzy, i agreed with him and said "No, no it's not appropriate! but! but!' and i just shut my mouth. and it was pretty ok after that.
I pray that was his final time to touch a meth pipe. . And I've been calling it 'getting low' because yes there's no more enjoyment left in the "high' (but there's a lot of destruction) & youre just in this state of lost identity and self hatred. Fortunately for us & them holy spirit is always working with us on the path forward
Welcome! My mom passed last October and my hubs had a car accident that broke his neck and a bunch of other stuff back in April. But you're right--all of it brings me much closer to the master and makes me a little less cranky too. Hope you're writing! Best Wishes, Linda
you are brilliant
Pam, Now really, you know better than that, LOL. You knew me as a dorky 8th grader in Mrs. Basinger's class. You were in the "in" crowd as I recall. I just love that we have found each other again. Love and Hugs, Linda
Oh my gosh I never quite made it to the in crowd in middle school or high school you must have missed the post where I said how intimidated I was by you and Lisa I really do love your thoughts you put on paper Please don't stop
No I didn't miss it--Lisa was intimidating all right. She was a bully of a friend but beneath it all she was frightened and scarred from her parents' breakup. I remember thinking how pretty you were and wishing I could be as popular. Really silly stuff, that junior high feeling. Now I just feel lucky that you're in my life. I won't stop--can't anyway. I am so lucky that you & a few others will take time to read what I have to say. Keep your chin up, OK? I know your row is tough to hoe. Much Love, Linda
Just what I wanted to hear today. Thank you!
Susy,
Your comment means so much--I admire you and love your writing.
Peace, Linda
So funny about the hindu idols. Isn't that blesphemous lol? Prior to meeting Jesus in person, I was in a Krsna consciousness community. For 10 yrs I chanted & really tried to believe the teaching, but ultimately i didn't, & I left the community. Much later is when I met Jesus & for years I worked on eliminating all the ungodly agreements I had made with other entities besides the trinity as I know it now. now I'm easing away from that intense "spiritual warfare" & more basking in the grace of DAD'S unconditional love - for me, & also for everyone else. Who am I to judge? Jesus is the name above all names & every knee shall bow!
Kira, I think you can get to God in lots of ways. Hindu idols aren't my thing, but whatever. The problem with this either/or thinking is that it separates people into us vs. them. Then we have to waste a lot of energy either condemning those "others" or trying to make them think the way we do. What if Jesus is present in the silly-looking elephant god/guy? If it inspires kindness, compassion and love, how can it not be, for love is of God? Thanks for your thoughtful comment! ~Linda
it was 7 years ago when i met Jesus and started following him, finding my place as a daughter in the kingdom. in the past few months, on holy spirit instruction have i really slowed down. and stopped the internal struggle of my own opinion and opened up to God's love for me. ive seen layer upon layer of that nasty "religious spirit" fall off of me. it was acquired not only from my religious training as a child, or from chanting hare krsna, but from society in general. of course heaven took me through every moment. that is the core of this revelation i think - that God has been with me in the valleys as well as the hilltops. it makes no difference to him, so why should it to me? it is sooo freeing not to judge.
You got that right! And doubly so for me, possibly the judgiest person ever. Keep that heart door open! ~L.
Haha yes. Last week my son had a meth psychosis episode where he put a towel & trash in the toilet. he also filled the tub & dumped all his dirty clothes, basket & all, trash & best of all, feces into it. I called for help bc he was showing aggression. While the cops were outside talking to my son, I started the 3 hour task of cleaning this mess. Yes I did have an initial screaming at him, which is so rare lately, but overall I stayed cheerfully connected to the Lords presence & was more grateful than resentful. Hey, it's not the first time I've cleaned up poop, especially my own son's!
Oh Kira,
I'm so sorry this happened and yes, I do know what that's like. I wish the accompanying psychosis for long term users wasn't a part of it. So heartbreaking, but yeah, it's not like we've never cleaned up our kid's poop. I might scream a little, too. Hang in, Linda
so i've been really taming my tongue for the past few months, which is why we haven't have escalations and the home's harmony has been in tact. so this is hilarious: when i was screaming, my son said "that is not appropriate." in my tizzy, i agreed with him and said "No, no it's not appropriate! but! but!' and i just shut my mouth. and it was pretty ok after that.
And after the bathroom was all clean, he smashed his meth pipe in there, put it in the trash, & left it for me to see. That is a good sign
This is not appropriate! LOL Talk about irony! My meth user says he hates being high. I hope yours keeps on smashing those pipes! ~L.
I pray that was his final time to touch a meth pipe. . And I've been calling it 'getting low' because yes there's no more enjoyment left in the "high' (but there's a lot of destruction) & youre just in this state of lost identity and self hatred. Fortunately for us & them holy spirit is always working with us on the path forward
Excellent job. Sorry to hear of your mom and husband but love the thought of these moments drawing you closer to the master
Louise,
Welcome! My mom passed last October and my hubs had a car accident that broke his neck and a bunch of other stuff back in April. But you're right--all of it brings me much closer to the master and makes me a little less cranky too. Hope you're writing! Best Wishes, Linda