I WANT A MIRACLE! BE CAREFUL WHAT YOU ASK FOR!

Hoping for the best. Wanting life to be good. But sometimes wanting a miracle for an adverse situation may not give the results you want. Years ago, I knew someone whose loved one almost died from a fall and became brain injured. The loved one prayed and hoped for life. The person lived but did not remember anyone, became totally dependent and eventually needed to go live in a Chronic Care Hospital. The loved one did not ask for that kind of life. So let's not just hope for the best. It is important to prepare for the worst too! It is okay!Be clear when praying. Be clear when asking. What do you want? Be careful what you ask for. You may want  a new boss, for example. But the new one could be worse than the last one. You many want a new job, but remember it may not be better than the last one. Faith and miracles are part of living but be careful and clear what you are wanting. Being positive helps us all! But a little reality helps too.

EASTER IN CANADA 2015

While some parts of the country have spring flowers, our area had a light dusting of snow to greet the Easter Bunny. People are going to church to celebrate the Holiest of Days- Christ's resurrection! The story of faith, love, hope and peace for the world. As we celebrate, we pray for those in the world under conflict, for our service men and women serving in other lands, for those in need and for a better world! Happy Easter everyone!

DO WE NEED MORE THAN A HEALTHY BREAKFAST TO START OUR DAY?

We are told a breakfast gives us a healthy start to the day. We need the food to give us energy. But are there other things that we need. Can starting with a prayer of thanks be mindful? Can conversing positively with a loved one give a sense of belonging? With little children around there are often hugs and kisses- giving us the much needed touch factor. Adults all need some touch too. Look at the elderly in care centers and visiting pets that allow touch. The start of a day brings a renewed sense of another day to live on this earth. I have a bathroom that faces east and the sunrises are beautiful. Often I find myself there giving a prayer of thanks and think about the day ahead. Are there routines you have to help you get your day started with good energy? Of course that first jolt of caffeine helps. Adolph usually brings me a coffee most days. It is a sweet gesture of caring that warms my heart! Is there a purpose to your day? I find I need a purpose- work, play, routines, hobbies- whatever it will be! Why do I want to get up in the morning? It does not have to be over the top events. Just good ordinary living with the people I love! Can I in my ordinary day help others to find a purpose too! Oh yes-trying to post something on my blog every day even if it is not extraordinary gives me some purpose. It keeps me disciplined to write. To find something to write about in a creative way. To find opportunities to take photos. Can reaching out to others that may be going through a difficult time give purpose too. Another day-another chance to be!    

A PRAYER TO THOSE I LOVE

Deal with the concerns of today. Look to the strength of family. Ask for comfort from God to help you have patience with the situation. Let your tears fall as they cleanse your soul!  Accept hugs from others as he did say where two or more gather in my name, I will be there. Hugs keep us going! Love prevails! Amen!

NANA SAYS A BABY'S BAPTISM IS A GIFT FROM GOD

Our little grandson was baptized yesterday in the United Church of Canada. A joyous family day and a commitment to continue our faith. Regardless of what religion you practice, believing and trying to live a good life is truly a thank you to God. Children learn from a young age to view the world with care and compassion. Then there is the power of prayer. Do you have a story of how your faith helped you? Do you believe in prayer?

NATURAL DISASTERS CHANGES LIVES

To those around the world and here in Canada who are dealing with life altering natural disasters, I send a prayer. May there be people in your lives to help rebuild. May resources come from many places to help with the process. May the children have the opportunity to work through the emotions experienced with that change. Are you dealing with a disaster?