A Hot Minute

Sooooooo, it's been a hot minute since I last blogged.  Truth be told, I needed a break.  Time out.  

To Pause

 Rewind.........

and here I am again.

Refreshed

Invigorated and ready to go!

Again.

To be perfectly honest, it was good for me to step away from everything for a while.  If you need time out.

Take it.  


Life for me in the last year has been a world wind.

Ups

downs

turn-a-rounds

relocation

separation

divorce

and all that goes with it.

Important, life changing stuff.  And so with that being said, I move on.  Happy in the knowledge that I emerged like a butterfly from a cocoon.  Beautifully and wonderfully molded from the intensity of the struggle.

Wiser

Stronger

Determined

But most of all,

Winning!

Stay Calm And Carry On With Turquoise

When I think of  Turquoise, I picture the color of the ocean mingled with the colors of the sky. This is one of the reasons why this color excites me so much.


As we all know, Turquoise is not only a color, it is also a precious gemstone.  One that is well respected for its longevity and various healing properties throughout the ages.  Turquoise calms, invigorates the spirit and makes us feel happier!   

 This color is fresh, elegant and is believed around the world, and especially in the Native American culture to bring good fortune, protection and blessing to the wearer.  Turquoise is also recognized as a symbol of friendship which makes it a wonderful gift to give or receive.

Here are some Turquoise images that I hope will inspire you to try this fabulous color! Consider yourself forewarned though....this color is highly addictive.

 Check out the fabulous Turquoise finds in this post at the following links:

http://www.madaboutbags.

http://www.zgallerie.com/p-8897-fleur-tealight-peacock.aspx

http://www.instyle-decor.com/tzturq1-turquoise-decor-collectio1.html

http://jewelry.hsn.com/chaco-canyon-southwe_c-J_a-6092_xc.aspx?prev=hp!sf&view=all

http://rpbirt.com/2011/04/chinese-antique-silver-turquoise-bracelet.html

http://www.weddingandbridal.net/2010/07/27/turquoise-jewelry-2/

http://www.turquoisejewelrydeals.com/

Love Conquers All

I LOVE JESUS.  I say this with pride during this Easter season because I want to be the kind of Christian who is not spiritually "in the closet".  Jesus died for me, the least I can do is serve and acknowledge him openly.  


To my bothers and sisters from other faiths and beliefs, welcome, know that I love you too.  We are all equal in God's eyes.  He created us all.  He loves us all.  


L O V E  is what the Easter season is all about.  Jesus laid his life down because he loved us. 


Greater love has no one than this, that one lay down his life for his friends.  John 15:13 

No higher expression of love could be given or experienced. Life is is our most valuable possession; and when someone is willing to lay that down for their friends or their country, it is the ultimate sacrifice. 


I encourage you to remember the real reason we celebrate this season.   Enjoy the candy if you want but know that the death and resurrection of Christ was absolutely Easter bunny and Easter egg free.  Angels.....but no bunnies. 


Many blessings on you and your family during this holy season.  Have a happy EASTER!.