• Lucytorial said on Jan 03, 2009....

  Good morning L,
   
  hmmm how has it not changed, this last year for me has been one of discovery of myself and where I fit into the world.  On a personal note my husband and I had a very close call with our marriage, it was on the line.  We managed to see the original spark of love, trust, respect and friendship in each other, reminding us of why we so wanted to share life together.  It took many months of getting to know each other again, A LOT of trust in that journey and we are now happier, closer and more loving with each other.
   
  As always we are never given these challenges without the knowledge we can handle them.  For that I am glad to now say my love for my husband has deepened to another level of love I never expected to experience.  For that I am thankful.

• truthsayer said on Jan 03, 2009....

  I should have known that you would be the first to respond Lucy.  Thanks for reading and sharing.  I know what you mean about marriage challenges and coming to that place where you both know, that you know, that you know that this is where you belong forever.  Even when we thought we were there before...this was different, way different.
  
  You moved too?  Is that what I saw?
  
  Truth : )
  

• Mamie said on Jan 03, 2009....

  we experienced the unemployment, oh-oh what now secenario in 2005 to 2007. It just about creamed us. I went from being a full time patient and mom, to a full time employee and insurance carrier. The salary almost didntt matter it was so small. The big difference was that the experience allowed my husband to completely his life to God. I swear I almost had a breakdown trying to help manage a broken husband, cranky teen and unfulfilling job. I hated it.
   
  I love that the experience made my family stronger and even though I was clear on most things at that point, I was overjoyed to see then the miracles of Christ unfold as we cleared out the cob webs, gave up pride and self centeredness. We are defined by this period of time and I hope it shows when people come upon us.
   
  I like to believe that they meet a kinder family, where they can see the light of Christ in our eyes. I work on a foundation now helping those who are faced with the burdens that cancer brings...it is its own reward! I am glad for 2008 to be over and I am looking forward to the joys of 2009...I believe it will be divine!

• truthsayer said on Jan 03, 2009....

  See?  The peace and power in your comment, your summary of the struggles you have faced and conquered Mamie...it gave me chills.  Thank you so much for sharing Mamie.
  
  This is just what I needed ladies.  Thank you.
  
  Your forever friend,
  
  Truthsayer
  

• Hegemone said on Jan 04, 2009....

  I'd say the biggest change in my life this year was me joining Weight Watchers.  This all started with a doctor's appointment in which I was basically told, "If you don't start losing this weight, you could die before you're 30 and if not you'll increase your risks even further of heart attack, stroke and diabetes for sure."  That was enough of a kick in the butt, which shames me, as I wish I'd have realized it sooner.  I joined WW and now have lost about 26lbs in the last five months approximately.  I have learned that I need to step back and take care of myself first, instead of putting everybody else first.  While others may not have slid into this realization comfortably, I at least realized that I can't help others until I've helped myself.  Now I know I'll be healthier, I'll live longer, I'll be around to help all of these people out who depend on me.  It's really teaching me to slow down, think about what I do and to ENJOY the little things more.  I never would have thought something so simple as joining WW would be a life changing experience, but it really is ... because it's changed my way of life a bit, and how I think.

• quietone said on Jan 04, 2009....

  I think up to 2008 was a demolition of sorts, a readiness so to speak for reconstruction and rebuilding of "self".. the inner self, the one that has always been there that ego tend to push away.  The construction is coming along and I feel good about it. I am taking my time and hopefully will be able to share this remodeling with others soon ~  This is all by design........ Divine Design.  :)

• queenparanoia said on Jan 04, 2009....

  yup, one of the biggest thing that happened to me is that i fell in love and letting that person love me... crazy isnt it??? ;-)

• RollingC said on Jan 04, 2009....

  Marking for later.....

• CreativeWoman said on Jan 04, 2009....

  I spent most of 2008 learning to live with diabetes.  I've been on a quest to control it instead of letting it control me.  In the process of all that, I've learned how important it is to find a doctor that you "click" with so I ended up changing family doctors and feel very comfortable with him.  I've done well. So well in fact that my endocrinologist released me in December.  I'm flying solo with my family doctor now.
  
  I've learned to live without my left big toe.  I've stopped blaming myself for it.  I believe all things happen for a reason.
  
  After the diabetes diagnosis I started a blog about diabetes that I'm steadily turning into a business as I help other diabetics.  The feedback has been wonderful.
  
  Personally, it's been a year of healing both emotionally and physically. 
  
  In December my parents lost their home in a house fire.  God has blessed them through that tragedy by a surge of love from a wonderful small town community. I have given many thanks that they were spared from that fire without injury.
  
  Sorry for such a long comment.  It's been a big year for me.
  
  CW
  

• pusscat said on Jan 04, 2009....

  Just to say I've been here truth and think it's a marvellous idea of a post.  I'd like to pop back at a later date and write my piece (bit hard at the moment, I know you understand :)

• beyondtheveil said on Jan 04, 2009....

  truth- Other than a death in the family which made changes, this also happened to me : Around the beginning of 2008, I began to feel a little paranoid (unsafe) the way this country was heading. I talked to my wife about it and she too thought I was a bit paranoid. Regardless of that, I got her to change the direction of her investment for her 401k.
  
  Then began stocking up the pantry and long term food storage in a big way. Direction of our other investments was moved around and savings was increased largely. Due to this we were hit rather slightly by the moves of our banking and govt. elite, and saved us much money.
  
  The happenings of 2008 relieved me of all trust in banking, money managers, and government leaders who continue with 'business as usual' and always will. I found in last year that people who can will take retired and working citizens savings, ruin them, and party at our expense for doing it.
  
  It proved that cynical people like me are right. Our leaders care nothing for us, never will, and you are on your own. They will protect the big money elite at all costs which is happening right now.  It proved once and for all that those who are democrats and republicans and believe in their people are fools.
  
  By the way, I'm not upset, no more than any other time in the last year.
  

• MissMimi said on Jan 04, 2009....

  2008 was a year of gaining better health.  Being diagnosed with diabetes and paying more attention to what I ate has been a blessing to me.  My marriage is not the marriage I envisioned I would have, and I battle depression endlessly,  but things are the way they are.  I don't anticipate things changing.  I've learned to feed my soul through other sources. 

• cuppajava said on Jan 04, 2009....

  Well 2008 was the year I was told that the condition that i was born with was a whole lot worse than anybody including me,had originally thought.So much so that i am not required to undergo a major back operation where they are going to reopen and existing scar from being born with spina bifida and then perform a lamectomy to be able to reach the problem area - after that is done,they are then going to attempt to untether the ends of my spinal cord,which is tangled up in the scar tissue and mixed up the the nerves that spread to my legs.They say it should take them about 6 to 8 hours to do all that,all going well.
  However,if they screw it up - i will be in a wheelchair for rest of my life and paralysed from the waist down.This op is scheduled for March 25.
  Am I scared ?- no not really - no point
  Do I have cold feet yet? - no.....not yet
  

• truthsayer said on Jan 04, 2009....

  Well congratulations Hegemone.  I am happy for you.  Real "healthy" and positive change in one's life is not easy, but it is always exciting.  Good for you.  Literally.  If you use these lessons in eating, health and diet as a metaphor for the rest of your life, it is my personal opinion that you can multiply the lesson in all facets of your life.  Let me know if you know what I mean, and then, how that works for you.  Blessings this year!  Looks like you're off to a great start.
  
  Truthsayer : )  

• truthsayer said on Jan 04, 2009....

  Oh quietone...you and me both...you and me both ; )  Divine Design, yes.  Even when we think we're "on track" or close to being "on track", He always has a better plan.  Kind of a Holy Ghost Home Improvement Contractor, for this earthly temple and life! 
  
  I can't wait to hear about the changes you and the Lord have wrought in your life!  See?  I am excited for you!  Thank you for sharing this with us, and keep me/us posted!
  
  Blessings in 2009 and beyonddddd!
  
  Truthsayer : )
  

• truthsayer said on Jan 04, 2009....

  Hi queenparanoia!  Love is grand, love is powerful and love is alive and in action.  It is always amazing.  I wish you all the best.  Keep us posted on this new love of yours too.   Is he sent to you by God?  I hope so.  That is a perfect fit, one that cannot be broken.  I wish this for you and all who love...love deeply, love completely and love forever. 
  
  Blessings!
  
  Truthsayer : )
  

• truthsayer said on Jan 04, 2009....

  Okay RC...but I do want you to share, if you can.  I know you have been through difficult and even tragic changes...but I also know that God has His hand on your life...so I await your story here too! 
  
  Blessings,
  
  Truthsayer : )
  

• truthsayer said on Jan 04, 2009....

  CW, I love your "long" comments!  I hope that you make more of them.  Here and elsewhere. 
  
  I am so proud of you for getting a grip on diabetes rather than it getting a grip on you.  Kudos for finding a doctor that you "click" with too.  That is so very important, you are so right.  Wow.  You were 86'd by your endocrinologist?  Too cool. Nothing like being cut loose by someone that you would rather not need, right?!  I am proud of the graceful way you have handled all changes and the things that seem like they "don't change enough". 
  
  Also, that your folks lost their house:  wow.  Remember when you had that electrical fire from the refrigerator?  That was almost ominous in light of their house fire.  I am glad and grateful that they are both alright though.  Has it helped them realign their priorities as well?  Sounds like it.
  
  Sorry for the "long" comment ; )  But I am so very  happy to see you here, and that you sound so positive.  : )
  
  Your buddie,
  
  Truthsayer : )
  
    

• RollingC said on Jan 04, 2009....

  2008 was the year that some of my dreams ended....my separation and upcoming divorce appropriately...but it's also the year that I get to focus and decide on some of my other dreams.  To finally start working with an ultimate goal. To learn about myself and my God so I can have inner peace.
  And in this New Year that's upon us......
  To discover new things about myself...a stronger sense of well being.  To have more confidence in my own life...and enjoy it more by cherishing the simple things in life.  To appreciate more the things that I have and be thankful for the things that I had... even if I no longer have them. To try to be a better me in every sense of the word.
  And basically.... To enjoy Life and to do it without a care in the world...to recapture some of that carefree youthful confidence that I had all my life but let the worries, tensions and problems of life and the world smother that feeling until I no longer had it.   To do it without hurting anyone and helping whomever I can (within my capabilities) for as long as I am able.
  With God willing....I will reach and accomplish much of that if not all.
  Rc  

• truthsayer said on Jan 04, 2009....

  Hi pusscat.  Yes, I understand.  I am always here, even if I am not around.  You are always in my prayers.  I'll wait.  Some folks, like SeanRenaud reminds me, are worth waiting for.  Actually, all of God's true children are worth waiting for.  Don't give up, an don't become anyone that God didn't intend for you to be...ok?  His plans are perfect.  I have some personal insights to share with you at a later date.  Just cloak yourself in Him and ask Him for help when you need it.  Ask Him for help when you don't think you need it.  Just ask Him, ok?
  
  Love, love, love,
  
  Truthsayer : )
  

• truthsayer said on Jan 04, 2009....

  Dear beyond.  I am glad the the Holy Spirit has revealed this to you. 
  
  I read a blog of bloc's that you commented on last year around Christmas time...it was about abortion.  You surprised me with many of your comments.  Not that you held those beliefs, but that you were so calm and clear and confident about them.  That is what I hear from you now too.  You knew that something was coming down.  You made the right moves, and your wife trusted you, thank God. 
  
  It sounds like you have been guided and that you heard that guidance.  It is my confident belief that one day, you will fully acknowledge "The Source" of this knowledge.  You have a gift.  I hope you know that.  Don't apologize for it anymore, ok?  Your "step" didn't have it.  At least it doesn't sound like he did.  But you do.  No matter what else has happened in your life, you are a good provider, protector, husband and father. 
  
  Maybe one day we'll actually "meet" and all my confidence in you will be proven...until then, I am just so glad to hear this from you.  I'm glad that you are calm and confident about it too...I agree with you, by the way.  I see these things too.  I should tell you a story about "The Gathering of the Eagles" sometime.  Remind me about that, if it interests you.
  
  Thanks for sharing.
  
  Your forever friend,
  
  Truth : )
  

• truthsayer said on Jan 04, 2009....

  There is it again, in MissMimi's comment:  The Source.  So you too have learned to face and deal with adversity like a champion?!  You and CW both have accepted things, changed things and now, you have the victory over these things!  Health challenges are just that...challenges.  Same with marriage challenges.  They are challenges.  Not for the faint of heart or "babies" ; )  We are warrior women and we have much yet to do.  : )  You sound strong and settled now too.  I am blessed to know this, truly blessed.
  
  Love, love, love,
  
  Eternally,
  
  Truth : )
  

• truthsayer said on Jan 04, 2009....

  CJ, I'd like to keep you in my prayers.  You are facing a great challenge...but like we all said, it is just that, a challenge.  You only have control over what you actually can control.  I admire your courage.  I admire your honesty.  It would be normal to be scared and/or anxious...but whether you get that way or not...I don't sense that you will get angry. 
  
  You will seek the proper physical, mental, emotional and spiritual support, right?  I would suggest that you ask for prayer, even if you don't totally believe it will, or could work.  I just think you'll find something there, in the company of some true believers.  They won't brow beat you, if they are true believers and if you are sincerely seeking the Lord.  If not, I still wish you all the best...and I will keep you in my prayers anyway.  Take good care, and feel free to stop in here and let me know how you're doing as the surgery date gets closer. 
  
  It sounds like you have faced a lot already, and that you are handling it with grace and peace.  I pray that this continues for you CJ...grace and peace.  And healing.
  
  Blessings,
  
  Truth : )
  

• Fallyn said on Jan 04, 2009....

  2008, hmmm, wow.
  right before the new year last year, I got my kids back after 6 months without them because my ex lied to the judge about me during the parenting plan hearing.
  
  Since then it has been a struggle learning how to be a mom, learning how to be a person without the dangerous abusive relationship that i thought was my only life, and learning what parts are actually me..and what parts were the me i created to survive both my childhood and the relationship i got myself into.
  
  I've become infinitely more responsible. And more caring.
  I've developed friendships with women, both online and IRL, that i never thought was possible to do.
  I had a deep mistrust of most women.
   "mother issues"
  That has changed and I've been able to form close friendships
  
  2008 was the transition year. A year of transformation and preparing for the rest of my life.
  It was healing from the past, and being ready to step into the future on my own two feet. A new readiness to be on my own that was never there before. I'm making my own decisions now...and not needing to rely on my ex, my parents, or clinging to the guy.
  
  2008 was the before and after year.
  
  
  
  

• dyingman said on Jan 04, 2009....

  Food bills are forcing me to take my side business more seriously and pushing Dyingwife towards getting part time work.  One or the other will help, but if everyone does this, are we all slitting each other's throats?
  
  More jobs are needed and the only source of wages that appears interested in hiring is the fed.  Hopefully Obama will put the country to work like FDR and drain the excess unemployed to stabilize wages.  This may produce an inflationary cycle at first but that's going to help everyone with a mortgage.
  
  The kids are old enough that they need me enough that I'm feeling neglectful and I'm not liking the choices before me if I'm going to fix that.
  
  
  

• D6fer said on Jan 04, 2009....

  I had the awakening of losing one of my brothers in October.......made me face my own physical condition.......I just started a new fitness program and have 2 days of 90 behind me......I feel like I got hit by a bus!

• Jenna said on Jan 04, 2009....

  Nice post truth......I do hope 2009 proves to be a better year for you.  I wish you and yours well.
   
  As for me.....The past five years have been kind of a blur.  I would say a couple of the years were destruction......
   
  Just recently (Once again...for the 100th time in my life) I have been reminded by God that my life is all by HIS  design.  I can not tell you how many times I have  said prayers of thanks that things did not go the way I thought they should have gone. 
   
  2008 brought  a sense of closure to many things....but also put in motion some new things.  That is the way life goes....right?
   
  So for me....I am looking at 2009 as a year of construction.  It is a big year for me in many ways.  It is a year to reconnect.....reconnect with my spiritual side, take care of my health, nuture old and new relationships.  Just a time to regroup and feel like me again. 
   
  Thanks for your thoughtful post......
  Love to you!
  Jen

• woman said on Jan 04, 2009....

  2008 was a big year. I guess they all are, but this one did bring some big changes. I turned 60 and retired after decades of teaching school. One of my darling grandsons moved across the country. Miss him. My husband, who had no business doing this with his health as it is, went back to work for a little bit and has crazy hours. I got to know all of you lovely people on SC. That made my life richer. Thank you. Economically I am more fortunate than most and not as lucky as some. I have lost a huge amount of my retirement money because of the recession. I don't know if I may need to get a little job to supplement my teaching retirement. I continue to fight diabetes, sometimes more successfully than others. I feel pretty steady right now and I am looking forward to seeing what 2009 brings. Feeling hopeful. I hope that your life is easier this year. I know you walk with God but I'm hoping you have an easier journey this year. woman

• pickersplock said on Jan 04, 2009....

  2008 was not a great year.
  My father passed away in January, and I found myself too vunerable and too trusting.
  Well, it took a while but I overcame the grief and the vunerability and things have improved.
  In fact they are getting a whole lot better.
  Live and learn, right?
  Things are great employment-wise and financially they are excellent.
  I think 2009 will be great!

• truthsayer said on Jan 07, 2009....

  Dear Fallyn: 
  
  Sounds like you are headed into a much better year than last year.  Growth isn't easy, but it is always an adventure.  I wish you all the best, and I'll keep you in my prayers.  I will pray that your children heal and that all their childlike wonder and innocence is restored.   I'll even pray for your ex.  To soften and repent!  ; )  Get to a church for support Fallyn.  A really good church.  Don't settle on one until it feels like a real "family".  But find one.  That's my unsolicited advice for 2009!  : )
  
  Truthsayer : )
  

• truthsayer said on Jan 07, 2009....

  Dear dyingman:
  
  Welcome to my blog.  Thank you for commenting.  Yes, the rising cost of living is stupefying.  I hope all the best for you on your side business.  Hope too that the wife and kids are understanding of the extra effort you will have to expend to make ends meet.  It isn't easy these days.  Without my support system, we would have been lost.  Too many disasters one after another.  Makes you know what is important, and how truly unsecured our existence really is.
  
  I wish you all the best in 2009 dyingman.
  
  Truthsayer : ) 
  

• truthsayer said on Jan 07, 2009....

  Dear D6fer:
  
  Good to see you!  I wish you all the best success with your health in 2009.  I am so sorry about your brother.  I hope you found spiritual peace with that as well.  You have been in my prayers on that matter.  As far as the health issues go...it is always important.  We must not take our health for granted, but be diligent to protect it and be wise.  I am proud of you for taking the plunge! 
  
  Be well in 2009 and beyond.
  
  God speed,
  
  Truth : )
  

• truthsayer said on Jan 07, 2009....

  Oh love to you too Jen! 
  
  My son got a word from the Lord that we were not being torn down, but remodeled.  This is funny because we used to do high end remodeling way back when...so we know what a house looks like when you really get into a big remodeling project.  He said that we will have everything that we really need, put back into "our house". 
  
  It has been true so far.  It has certainly seemed like a wild ride...but like you said, it is His Plan for us that we all need to seek.  Our plans always end up being a disappointment, and they tend to prevent or hinder His Perfect Plan manifesting in our lives.  At least, this has been our experience. 
  
  Thank you so much for responding here...and for your prayers and well wishes.  I am glad to see/hear that you are hearing from the Lord.  You sounded like you had almost given up on that at one time last year.  So this "makes my heart soar like an eagle" ; )  As old Lodgeskins said in Little Big Man : )
  
  I hope trust and pray that 2009 is the year that all that God has planned for you...His Good Plans, come true and manifest in your life.
  
  God speed Jenna.
  
  Truthsayer : )
  

• truthsayer said on Jan 07, 2009....

  Dear woman:
  
  Welcome to my blog!  It is so good to hear from you.  Sounds like we have all been through some big changes...some might be bigger than others...but we have struggled and we are still standing, right?  That is what is important.  Sorry about your retirement and your husband's hours. 
  
  Glad you have the victory over the diabetes.  Just adjusting and then working towards healing is a victory.  My husband has gotten over diabetes in jail...go figure ; )  He said isn't it silly that he had to go to jail to start fasting and exercising like he has?! : )  But, they don't even have to check his blood sugar anymore.  He is off all meds.  It runs around 90, no matter what he eats now.  He's lost a ton of weight.  I 'm sure that has been most of his battle...with weight and not exercising.
  
  So, you  are still in good shape financially, even through the changes.  That's great.
  Your grandson is missed, but at least you know he's safe and he'll be back to visit, right?
  
  Thanks for sharing, and thank you for your prayers and well wishes for an "easier year" for me/us.  I really appreciate that dear.
  
  God speed,
  
  Truthsayer : )
  

• truthsayer said on Jan 07, 2009....

  Hi pickersplock!
  
  I am so sorry about your father.  Was that last January...2008?  I am sorry that it sounds like someone took advantage of you though.  I hate that.  But yes, live and learn.  Just don't let that beautiful servant's heart ever get hardened...even just a little.  Because God needs all the softees He can get in this world.  He needs your smile, your love and your caring arms to embrace those that others may have neglected or forgotten.  But you know that : )  That is why work-wise, your response is that things are great!  And you are blessed financially as well.  That is wonderful pickersplock.  I am so happy for you, and your positive outlook is always inspiring.
  
  Love, love, love,
  
  Truth : )
  

• PieterOpie said on Jan 07, 2009....

  Precensored.....
  
  My story would have contained numerous profanities I'm afraid.  I'm not sure it could be told with them.  It just wouldn't be the same.  But I assure you that Jesus has heard them all before and he's never complained....
  

• pickersplock said on Jan 08, 2009....

  Yes, January 2008.
  Coming up on the anniversary now.
  It's true what they say, the first year is the hardest.
   
  It's also true that pride goeth before the fall......I'm working on that.
  We all need humility right?
   
  Sometimes I think our mission in life is to learn how to let go gracefully.
   
  It starts from the day we're born and each day after we lose a little bit of ourselves.
   
  How odd that the ability to attach oneself to others is so crucial to our survival, yet
  so is the ability to let those others go.............after all, everything and everyone is just on loan.

• PieterOpie said on Jan 08, 2009....

  To live is to desire and when we desire we suffer; therefore life is suffering.
  
  
  

• truthsayer said on Jan 08, 2009....

  Hey Pieface.  (compliment : ) True enough.  Jesus never complains.  He is the very embodiment of long suffering, for our sakes.  Life is full of desire and suffering, and Grace.  But lust is not desire and not all suffering is righteous.  Truthsayer : )  

• truthsayer said on Jan 08, 2009....

  Yes pickers...I too had to let go of my earthly father.  It was hard.  I believe in healing, and even saw him healed to varying degrees, from a disease which never behaves that way.  It was hard.  His healing was in letting go.  My healing was in letting go.  I have complete peace that he is in heaven now.  But I grieved for at least six months, very hard.  And still, for about a year or so after that.  Grieving and still, having faith and comfort too.  It isn't easy, but you live on.  We must.  But what of pride?  That one evades me in you.  Perhaps I am biased though.  ; ) 
  
  Your forever friend,
  On loan to you...forever : )
  
  Truthsayer
  

• PieterOpie said on Jan 08, 2009....

  Jesus did not suffer for us and I'll bet he complained plenty about all kinds of things.  Please stop saying things you don't know other than in your heavily biased mind.  You did not know him and there is no reliable record of what he was like in appearance or personality. You and your fellow christian cultists have invented a whole set of qualities and assigned them to the political rebel known as Jesus,
  
  Frankly I resent this nonsense being pushed in a debate about someting which has nothing to do with the guy.  Leave it alone for christ's sake.... oh.... I made  a pun....  hehehehe
  
  I was refering to the teachings of Buddha - NOT your magic friend.  Buddha was not a god nor was he divine nor did he shove god down anyone's throat. WHY can't you be more like Buddha instead of some shady character who we know virtually nothing.  He was a trouble maker and he was executed for it.  Must you associate with criminals???
  
  Now you have made me forget what the hell we were debating....SEE....Jesus is nothing but trouble..... GRRRRRRRR!!!!!!!   Shame on you!!!!!
  

• MISStaken said on Jan 10, 2009....

  The past year ended with a BANG, literally, because it opened my eyes to the reality of how cruel people can be.  For starters, my friends ditched me because rumors had spread that I am a thief.  Oh well, they joined in too and helped spread the rumors. They all managed to crush me with their words.  I stopped going to school because I could not handle it.  To make things worse, I had a nine-day relationship with someone who broke it off with me because I am Fat. How worse can things get?
  
  I'm tired of being a doormat.  I'm currently working on losing weight, not to get that lover back, but to show him what he let go.
  
  The year 2008 will always be something I can look back to, but it doesn't have to define who I am.

• truthsayer said on Jan 10, 2009....

  No MISStaken, you cannot be defined by your past.  We can only learn from it.
  
  Look for a nice guy by realizing that you are special to God.  Get fit, but look for someone that can see you as He sees you...inside and out.  I know it's hard to keep that in mind, but guard your heart like the Bible says to. 
  
  Ask yourself this:  Is this the guy that I want to bring home to meet my Heavenly Daddy? ; )  You'd be surprised at how valuable, or invaluable you are to Him.  If He doesn't approve of you dating some new "guy", you'll probably know it...if you're being totally honest with yourself. 
  
  That's the rub.  Being totally honest with yourself.  Sometimes we just don't love ourselves enough to tell ourselves the truth!  Take your heart to God MISS.  Ask Him to be your Daddy, and ask Jesus to be the Big Brother that always defends you, and tells you the Truth. 
  
  You know?  When you really give your life to the Lord, and turn from your past...and ask Him to teach you who you really are in Him, and ask Him to show you how to change, grow and mature into the beautiful woman of God He intended you to be...life DOES CHANGE.  It gets better.  You know that you live for Him now.  What others think of you doesn't matter anymore.  You're free to love yourself and others that are worthy of your love.
  
  It sounds simple, because it is.  But it isn't easy either.  Nothing worth having is easy.  Hey.  You didn't ask for my advice, but it just came flowing out.  I hope you take it in a spirit of Love, because that is how I am offering it to you.  Love.  It's a GOOD THING.  When it's true Love.
  
  Take care MISStaken.
  
  Love, love, love and truth,
  
  Truthsayer : )
  

• MISStaken said on Jan 11, 2009....

  Thank you very much for the meaningful words. Sometimes, it really is difficult to step back and look at the bigger picture that we need other people to spell things out for us.
  
  I appreciate your advice, truthsayer.
  
  For the first time in my life, somebody actually spared me a moment of her time.
  
  Happiness today and always,
  MISStaken

• truthsayer said on Jan 12, 2009....

  It is my pleasure and my honor to serve those to whom I am called.  He will always take time for you, and I just want to be like Him, you know?  He's the one that  chose you to come in here.  Receive His gift and come back here anytime too.  Be blessable and be blessed!
  
  Love, love, love,
  
  Truthsayer
  

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