Unattached to Dignity

So, I love my work. In fact, it's not work to me at all. I believe teaching children is my spiritual gift from Him. Of course, I don't love everything that comes with the "job"...but really, who does??

Anyway, working in a school also means working with women...lots of them. It can be the best and the worst thing-even on the same day. The climate changes by the minute. Being a teacher, often times, means being in the spotlight and under a microscope. Someone always checking on you, what you are doing and how you are doing it. For those who truly "do" their job, this does not phase you.

Then there are others. You know, those who just "get by". Those who take and take and take from everyone else until it drives you crazy! These people, strangely enough, are also the ones who boast constantly and take credit for work undone-and are quick to tell you what you "should have/ought to have done" to be more like "them". I can't say that when the reflective notes come around, I am not slightly mystified/bothered/angry by the adoration given to "some" (those mentioned above). But, this type issue happens no matter where you work, right??? Surely.

I read a perfect devotion that is helping me...even today. It asks 'why are we so concerned about the impression we make on others? And why are we so convinced that a vigorous defense of our rights/deeds makes a better impression than our humility? Jesus makes it clear-Honor comes to those who do not strive for it.'
(The One Year -At His Feet Devotional)

We don't need to respond to evil with evil. We don't need to assert ourselves to be valued. Evil does not know how to disturb a truly peaceful heart. So, when I am offended, I am going to pray that my response would be a display of the character of God, rather than men. That my outward actions and emotions show that my worth is in the Kingdom, not on anything here on earth.

So, I pray, I become less and less attached to dignity and more focused on doing my job-or whatever else is happening. That no person on this earth disturbs my peaceful heart.

A special day!

Today is a celebration of J! It's his birthday and I want him to know how special he is. He's changed my life, for sure. This man has a heart as big as he is. He's the kind of father every child should have. He's a man who loves God and works hard to glorify His Kingdom each and every day.

I am so proud of him and what he does every day. He is truly an inspiration to me. He makes me a better person. And, I love him.

Happy Birthday!

I'm BACK!

This one's for you , A! Thanks for the interest in my lil' old life and most importantly, your friendship!

I love blogging. It just seemed our Savior changed everything in my life, literally, and turned me completely around on May 26. I often felt blogging was my 'therapy'. Then, as I felt Him giving me better direction, clarification, guidance, understanding and peace, I no longer felt the need to 'vent'.

But I do miss this. So now, instead of venting, this is where I will journal. My life, my family, my dreams, my fears, my triumphs and all that He is doing my life. Hopefully interesting to some. Definitely easy reading, for sure! :)

Thanks again, A. Here we go!