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 Take UP Your Cross Blog Prompt: Do you value God's opinion or other people's opinions more? Why or why not? How is this evident in your life? Answer: I definitely value God's opinion more. I grew up a child of a preacher and therefore I have no trouble telling even preachers what I think. As you can imagine, sometimes my mouth gets me into trouble though since it sometimes has a mind of its own. LOL I have a quote. "I don't wake up every morning to please you, him. her, whoever." There's that attitude I try to keep hidden and under control. LOL I told you I had one. Prayer prompt: Ask God to give you a heart that is responsive to His word and is sensitive to the leading of the Holy Spirit. Dear Lord, After the confession mentioned above, I guess I really do need to pray for this. Please, give me a heart that is responsive to your word and sensitive to the leading of your spirit. Help me to keep that attitude in check and represent your character instead of my own. Always. In Jesus' name, Amen  ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 
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Let one of these quotes inspire your entry today" "Winter forms our character and brings out our best." — Tom Allen or "Winter is not a season, it's a celebration." — Anamika Mishra Hmmm! Well, if winter is tough on you, then it can definitely "develop character to bring out the best" in you. I can't say I think Winter is a celebration. Not a huge fan of it. -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------  Prompt: Friendships "There is a magnet in your heart that will attract true friends. That magnet is unselfishness, thinking of others first; when you learn to live for others, they will live for you." Paramahansa Yogananda What do you think this prompt means when it comes to making friends? Is total unselfishness the only way to make friends? And how do think friendships deepen? I know that the Bible says that the way to make friends is to be a friend yourself. We have to learn to be the kind of friend we want in others. If unselfishness is a value you want to see in your friends, it starts with you. No, your unselfishness is not always returned faithfully by your friends. However, how can you expect them to be unselfish when you yourself are selfish towards them? I strongly believe friendships deepen by putting time and effort into them. Friendships get stronger as you spend time together and communicate. They deepen as you experience life together and are there for one another.  |
| I am feeling extremely tired today. The dogs have been a bit restless the last couple of days. I think it might be because I have been cleaning and moving a lot of stuff around. I am currently staying at my best friend's brother's house with my best friend. The house is a mess. Someone has to clean it. I am trying to be part of the solution and not part of the problem. I have a few goals aka resolutions for the new year. I'll write about that as I get closer to the beginning of next year. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Take UP Your Cross Blog Prompt: This last Friday was Friday the 13th. What is your opinion about a Christian and celebration/superstitions such as this? Answer: I am not a superstitious person. My grandmother was, but that's beside the point. I don't really think that a Christian should be superstitious. We should rely on God and trust in him. Prayer prompt: Pray for the small businesses in your area. Dear Heavenly Father, Help the small businesses prosper in my area. Bless them and help them to manage their finances wisely. In Christ's name, Amen -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
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Monday Blues I don't usually get the Monday blues. It's just another day of the week. I try to stay positive. I usually just hope for the best. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Prompt: Never giving up? "If you fall behind, run faster. Never give up, never surrender, and rise up against the odds." Jesse Jackson What do you think this quote means? Is it a good idea to never give up on something, someone, or some project that seems like a dead-end? Do you give up easily or are you the kind of person Jesse Jackson was talking about? I don't necessarily give up easily. However, I think sometimes, it can be wise to quit. It takes discretion to know when to keep trying and when to give it up. It's kind of like the line in Kenny Rogers' song The Gambler, "You've got to know when to hold them, know when to fold them, know when to walk away and know when to run" Unfortunately, that is closer to reallity. |
Take UP Your Cross Blog Prompt: What has influenced your faith? Answer: There are many things that have influenced my faith throughout the years. First of all, my dad was a preacher. He mostly preached in the Okc and Guthrie Oklahoma Jails. He also did some preaching at nursing homes and rescue missions. Occasionally, he would help in a church somewhere. He also had a radio program when I was a really little girl until it got too expensive for him to stay on the air. My Grandmother had a Pentecostal background. Her prayers and Bible reading also had an impact on me. I went to private (Christian) schools and to church. Both of these had an impact too. I have also done a lot of research and studying for myself. I think this has been a huge influence by itself. Prayer prompt: Pray that God would use you as an encouragement to those who are discouraged, downtrodden, and weary. Dear God, Please be with those who are struggling with depression, are discourage, are downtrodden, and weary. Help them to find their identity in you. Be with them. Renew their strength. In Jesus' name, Amen -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
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Nostalgia looks different to each person but when it comes to Christmas decorating, we all have a few memories in common. What's your favorite decoration as a child, as an adult? Do you choose themes for your trees each year? I have many wonderful memories of decorations as a child, at my home and at my grandma's house. I helped my best friend's dad decorate their house as an adult and have enjoyed using my creativity to decorate in years past. I have decorated my workplaces before as well. I haven't ever really been much on choosing a theme for the tree. When I was a child, I wasn't allowed to have a tree at our house. We put our gifts around the nativity scene. Grandma had a tree at her house though. I have always enjoyed various nativity scenes. I think my favorite decoration has always been the lights. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- On December 14, 1911, Norwegian Roald Amundsen becomes the first explorer to reach the South Pole, beating his British rival, Robert Falcon Scott. If you were offered a free trip to the South Pole to help with research, would you go? While I would probably enjoy helping with some research, I don't think the South Pole would be the place for me to do it since I have a sensitivity to the cold. When my skin gets too cold, I break out in hives. I discovered this as a teenager when I went ice skating with a school group. My hands and fingers had always swollen, but those hives were absolutely miserable. My mother took me to the doctor immediately. I was diagnosed with Cold Urticaria. |
Take UP Your Cross Blog Prompt: How much effort do you put into your relationship with God? Answer: I believe effort must be put into it every day. I should never stop communicating or stop trying to get closer to God. The Bible says if we draw close to him, he will draw close to us. (James 4:8) Prayer prompt: Pray that the gospel will reach the world and that the love of Christ would be made known to everyone. Dear God, Please, let the love of Christ be made known to the whole world. If there be any ears that have not heard your message, open the doors to get it to them now. In Jesus' name, Amen -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
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During this month what greeting do you extend when you interact with people: Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays, Happy Yule, Season's Greeting, Happy Hanukkah? If not, is it because you're hesitant to offend someone? It's offensive to me that I can't express my own beliefs in public. I will say Merry Christmas or Happy Holidays. If someone is offended, it is their problem. Ok, sorry I wished you good tidings on what I believe is a holiday worth celebrating even if you don't celebrate. Have a horrible day instead if that is what you wish. I think we get a bit ridiculous with some of this stuff. People wish women who aren't mothers or females who can't have children a happy Mother's Day. Is this wrong for them to do even though unknown to them the female's heart is broken because they have no children? ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Do you have Friday the 13th superstitions? Not really. I might have a little fun with it or blame it on Friday the 13th if I'm having a bad day though. |
| Personal thoughts for today: I guess right now I am not very pleased with where my life is at the present. I feel embarrassed by it and don't really want to talk about it. I could argue that a lot of it has been beyond my control. Yet, another argument could be made I know. I'm the one who chooses to stay in the situation. Life! Sometimes, it can feel so complicated. You do what you think you should and it turns out wrong. Other times, you think you are doing it all wrong and it ends up ok. I have learned from past mistakes, but life tends to just go in circles sometimes no matter how much you try to do it differently. Feeling kind of frustrated. Take UP Your Cross Blog Prompt: What do you believe defines a peacemaker? Are you a peacemaker? Why or why not? Answer: I believe a peacemaker is a person who seeks peace in every situation. The dictionary describes a peacemaker as a person who brings about peace, especially by reconciling adversaries. Prayer prompt: Pray for the courage and boldness to stand firm in your faith even when you are being mistreated for it. Dear Lord, Help me to stand firm in my faith even when I am being mistreated for it. However, don't let me develop a martyr's complex either. And let me rejoice when I am being mistreated for my faith, knowing that I have a reward in heaven for enduring it. In Jesus' name, Amen -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
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Pick one or all of these national days to discuss December 12th: Gingerbread House Day, Christmas Jumper Day, National Poinsettia Day, National Ambrosia Day, and National Ding-A-Ling Day. I had to look up National Ding-A-Ling day. I didn't know what it was. LOL Apparently, it is where you are supposed to reconnect with old friends and family that you haven't had much contact with all year. Ding-A-Ling could refer to a lot of things. I was a bit worried there for a minute. At first, I thought it might have something to do with bells or maybe a day to act a little bit crazy. Ha-ha. Evidently, Ambrosia is a Greek Mythological food and is considered to be the food of the gods. The Greeks believed anyone consuming this food would become immortal. Hmmm! The word ambrosia means delicious or fragrant in Greek. It is also considered to be a healthy food. But it's all Greek to me. Ha-ha! National Poinsettia Day - On National Day today website, it says this about the day. "What we refer to as National Poinsettia Day is called "La Flor de la Nochebuena" — or Flower of the Holy Night in Mexico. Poinsettias are revered there because of a legend that recounts the story of a poor little girl who despaired of having no gift for Jesus’ birthday." The Poinsettia was my dad's mother's favorite flower. Christmas jumper day is a UK holiday fundraiser. People donate money and wear a jumper on this day to raise money to give children a better future everywhere. Gingerbread house day. What a wonderful way to celebrate the holiday season, bring the family together, and express your artistic side. It smells and tastes wonderful. The best thing about building a Gingerbread house is eating it afterwards. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- What books have you read that you find yourself thinking about years later? I am always reading and thinking about the Bible. As I wrote about yesterday, I love to read books written by Gilbert Morris. I also am one for reading controversial books for myself and developing my own opinions about them. For example, I read the book about the Bible code even though my pastor was against it. I like to think for myself and I tend to rebel against someone who thinks they can tell me what to think about something without my seeing it or reading for myself. |
Take UP Your Cross Blog Prompt: What helps you to avoid giving into temptation? Answer: Prayer. A lot of Prayer. LOL Also having scriptures memorized to recall during times of need helps too. Sometimes, I just have to take some deep breaths. The thing I believe I struggle most with is when it comes to my temper. I have a tendency to want to run my mouth and be extremely sarcastic. Prayer prompt: Pray that God will make you look more like Jesus. Dear God, Please help me and the other Christians here on WDC to look more like Jesus. Help us to be a good witness and to share your love with others. In Christ's name, Amen -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
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Write about your favorite book, story, or poem. How about I write about a book series? My favorite series is House of the Winslow series written by Gilbert Morris. He is my favorite author too. I also love his Lion of Judah series. He is a Christian Historical fiction writer. It is hard to choose just one of his books for a favorite. I guess you could also say I love to read and study the Bible. For the record, I also love to learn about other religions too. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Prompt: "Determination gives you the resolve to keep going in spite of the roadblocks that lay before you. : Denis Waitley Write about this in your Blog entry today. Determination- It's a big word. I have had to have a lot of it. I have had to face a lot of roadblocks and obstacles in my life. I wish I knew more about living your life intentionally instead of by chance in my younger years. I think I could have made it had I known that was an option. However, unfortunately I did not. However, I have learned a lot over the years. I wish I'd known then what I know now. Life might have been a bit more successful for me. |
Take UP Your Cross Blog Prompt: Is it enough to only pray for someone in need when you know you can serve them in another way too? Answer: I think that if you have the means to help them in other ways too, you should certainly do so. I believe that is the meaning of this following verse. Proverbs 3:27-35 New International Version 27 Do not withhold good from those to whom it is due, when it is in your power to act. 28 Do not say to your neighbor, “Come back tomorrow and I’ll give it to you”— when you already have it with you. Prayer prompt: Pray for your nation's peace. Dear God, Forgive the US for their sins. Change their hearts to reverence you. Please, bring peace to the people's hearts and to the entire nation. In Jesus name, Amen -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
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Write a letter to someone wishing them Happy holidays. Bah-Humbug! LOL I am not in the holiday mood that much this year unfortunately, but I will be a good sport. Dear Legendary❤️Mask   ,I am so glad you are on this website and got me involved here too. Since I am running a bit low on the number of family members, I decided to direct this prompt towards you. I do hope you have a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. This last year has been a bit rough for the both of us. We'll hope for a better year next year. Maybe 2025 will be our year. I love you. I know we haven't talked much this year with our crazy life schedules, but I think of you often. You are in my prayers. May you find peace and happiness and the love of your family to comfort you through this holiday season. Merry Christmas, Marvilla ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Prompt: clothes What do you think about clothes in general and what types of clothes do you think are the most comfortable to wear? On the other hand, which types of clothes are not comfortable to wear? I tend to be most comfortable in shorts and tank tops. I also love pajamas and joggers. I tend to dislike tight clothing. I also don't wear too many button up tops do to my blessed chest. |
Wow! Has it been 5 years already? It doesn't seem like it's been that long, but here I am. It's my account anniversary! When I was a kid, I used to love and imitate Miss Piggy. I would make the karate chop yell of hers, "Hi Yaw!" when I wanted to put more umph into something like throwing a ball or lifting something heavy. LOL So, I just had to use that GIF. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Take UP Your Cross Blog Prompt: What do you think about Christianity and other religions influence in society throughout history and today? Answer: I think it is an interesting topic. When I look at history, I don't think Christians have always been all that "Christian". They have been just as abusive of other religions too. I have watched a few documentaries on the religious beliefs of different societies at different times, like Greek Mythology for an example. A lot of times, I think religion has been used for selfish agendas and political purposes rather than developing a relationship with a higher power. Prayer prompt: Pray for the charity of your choice. Dear Heavenly Father, Bless St. Jude's and the work that they do. Provide the funding needed. Be with the patients there. Make them and their families to feel your presence and to know you are there. In Jesus' name, Amen -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
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Write about solving a problem ln an unusual way. This might make me look bad. LOL However, to be fair, a person I knew was taking my friend's pain medication without permission. So, I took my friend's pain medicine out of the bottle. I knew there was an anti-diarrhea pill that looked similar. I put 10 of those anti-diarrhea pills into the pain medicine bottle and put it back where my friend kept it. Then we waited. The next day the person was complaining of constipation and had to go to the ER. They ended up being okay, but they never took my friend's pain medicine again without permission. If she would have asked, we would have told her what was really in the bottle. However, when we went in to check the bottle, there were only 7 pills left. Okay, Okay, that was kind of mean of me, but it was her own fault for not asking. Hey, and it solved the problem! ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Prompt: Climbing What if you were to climb to the top of a very high mountain, would you do it? And/or if you wish, what does the word "climbing" bring to your mind? If I could do it, I'd love to climb to the top of a high mountain. The view would be totally worth it. Although, Now that I am older, the word climbing makes me think pain and extra effort and energy. I will give a shout out to those who climb mountains. What an amazing abillity! |
Take UP Your Cross Blog Prompt: What is your opinion of America's separation of Church and state? Answer: I think there is a very fine line that separates them. It was originally made to protect the church from the state. However, I think it has also been used to suppress religious expression in public too, not just that of Christians either. Prayer prompt: Pray for other Christians that are members of other churches. Dear God, I pray for my other brothers and sisters in Christ who are members of other churches. May they find satisfaction and love and support in their church. Nay they be an extension of your love towards us. May they grow in the grace and knowledge of the Lord Jesus Christ. In Jesus' name, Amen -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
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"May and October are the best-smelling months, but I’ll make a case for December; evergreen, frost, wood smoke, cinnamon." — Lisa Kleypas What are your favorite December smells? Why? My favorite smell in December is the apple cinnamon. It reminds me of the smell of baking apple pie. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- On this day in 1982, the first execution by lethal injection took place at the state penitentiary in Huntsville, Texas. Charles Brooks, Jr., convicted of murdering an auto mechanic, received an intravenous injection of sodium pentothal, the barbiturate that is known as a “truth serum” when administered in lesser doses. What are your thoughts on executions? Are you in favor or against and why? Unfortunately, there are some very evil human beings in this world. I have mixed feelings about it personally. I believe the Bible promotes it. On the other hand, the Bible also provides cities of refuge for those who have committed crimes. There has to be consequences to some things to discourage those less admirable human beings from taking innocent lives. However, 2 wrongs don't make a right. I don't wish for anyone to die, but how else do you stop some people? As a victim of being stocked by someone, I know that had I been given the chance, I would have fought back and killed the man if necessary. I hope you don't have to ever face the kind of situation where its kill or be killed. I know someone who lost a son to murder, and until you've been in their shoes, sometimes its hard to know how you would feel or react. Its a horrible thing that us humans have to even think about behaving this way towards one another. |
 OCTOBER 2024 PROMPTS: Basic Character Questions: 1. First name? Marvilla 2. Surname? Pickens 3. Middle names? Ruth 4. Nicknames? Marty, Marvie, Marvelous 5. Date of birth? 12/22/1976 6. Age? 47 for now These questions might be a little too personal for some to put out in public view. An identity is too easily stolen these days. I do however think these are great questions to ask about yourself or getting to know close family or friends. But you can't blame people for being to careful. This is why I have not answered these questions until December. Physical / Appearance 1. Height? 5ft 4in 2. Weight? 231 pounds (too much) 3. Build? heavy 4. Hairstyleir colour? strawberry brunette 5. Hairstyle? long 6. Eye colour? hazel 7. Eye Shape? Not sure how to answer. 8. Glasses or contact lenses? glasses 9. Distinguishing facial features? moles and dimples 10. Which facial feature is most prominent? eyes/smile 11. Which bodily feature is most prominent? Boobs 12. Other distinguishing features? flat butt 13. Skin? white 14. Hands? short stubby 15. Makeup? sometimes but rarely 16. Scars? One on back of right shoulder and a few others that aren't that distinguishable 17. Birthmarks? A very light 4 leaf clover on back of right hand 18. Tattoos? not yet, but would love to get one of an eagle or 2 soaring. 19. Physical handicaps? As I get older, I am developing them. 20. Type of clothes? fun/comfortable 21. How do they wear their clothes? comfortably 22. What are their feet like? (type of shoes, state of shoes, socks, feet, pristine, dirty, worn, etc) dry, average, curved toes, hate wearing socks but do as needed, prefer sandals 23. Race / Ethnicity? white 24. Mannerisms? nice 25. Are they in good health? Well, not as good as I'd like. 26. Do they have any disabilities? same as question 19. Personality 1. What words or phrases do they overuse? You know, Know what I mean? 2. Do they have a catchphrase? Whatever works 3. Are they more optimistic or pessimistic? optimistic 4. Are they introverted or extroverted? a little of both 5. Do they ever put on airs? try not to 6. What bad habits do they have? Shhh! We won't discuss those. 7. What makes them laugh out loud? a dry sense of humor 8. How do they display affection? carefully and by caring for others, giving them what they need. 9. Mental handicaps? depression, brain fog 10. How do they want to be seen by others? As a good example to follow, a mentor. 11. How do they see themselves? as a good person 12. How are they seen by others? kind 13. Strongest character trait? not sure 14. Weakest character trait? temper/sarcasm 15. How competitive are they? Just enough 16. Do they make snap judgments or take time to consider? Depends on the situation 17. How do they react to praise? Try to be humble about 18. How do they react to criticism? Depends on how its delivered 19. What is their greatest fear? Being trapped in a bad relationship with no way out. 20. What are their biggest secrets? If I tell, they aren't secrets anymore. 21. What is their philosophy of life? To Try to live by loving others and doing as much good as I can to as many people as I can. 22. When was the last time they cried? a couple of days ago 23. What haunts them? Many tough times 24. What are their political views? Not sure of them myself at this moment. 25. What will they stand up for? What I believe is right and those who are being abused 26. Who do they quote? Dr. Sues and the Bible. LOL 27. Are they indoorsy or outdoorsy? indoorsy, too many allergies, but do love the outdoors 28. What is their sinful little habit? Hmm! I thought this was included in my secrets. Cursing. 29. What sense do they most rely on? touch and sight and hearing 30. How do they treat people better than them? The same as any one 31. How do they treat people worse than them? The same as any one 32. What quality do they most value in a friend? honesty 33. What do they consider an overrated virtue? Is any virtue overrated? I don't know. 34. If they could change one thing about themselves, what would it be? There would be a lot I would change if I knew in my teens and twenties what I know now. 35. What is their obsession? I have OCD. What do I not obsess over? 36. What are their pet peeves? Narcissistic abusers 37. What are their idiosyncrasies? I have quite a few. Friends and Family 1. Is their family big or small? Small Who does it consist of? I was an only child. My parents had big families, but a lot of my family members have died or I don't have much contact with. 2. What is their perception of family? Family should be the people you can rely on most. Unfortunately, that's not always the case. They can also be the ones who hurt you the most and are most likely to betray you because you have higher expectations of them. 3. Do they have siblings? Older or younger? NOPE and N/A 4. Describe their best friend. quiet and polar opposite. 5. Ideal best friend? The one I have 6. Describe their other friends. Most are fun to be around and outgoing. 7. Describe their acquaintances. a variety 8. Do they have any pets? 2 dogs 9. Who are their natural allies? my best friend 10. Who are their surprising allies? a secret friend |
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