I could not let this day go by without saying a word. I have not uploaded a blog in a while and to think back on all of the things that have occurred startles my humanity sometimes. However, because so many friends think I am #SuperHuman, just keep pressing, I am a believer these days as well. Dad would have been 64yrs old today and next month will be a total of 16yrs without him. I often wonder how different many things would be if he were still here. Let me just be honest other than being completely spoil I am not certain what else would be unique.
“Composed” is my word for 2022! This year has caused me to evaluate so many things about myself. I must piggyback on the thoughts of those extremely close to me because I too wonder about this alter ego of being #SuperHuman. Earlier this year I thought to myself how unhappy I was with my work/life situation. In 2018, I asked God to take me out of Corp America and that opportunity came along just fine. Of course, like many #Coronavirus placed a chokehold on my life regarding that dream of no more Corp America. When I evaluated what happened from December 2020 until April 2022, I must admit I was simply too lazy to make some things happen to assure I didn’t have to go back to the humdrum of headaches, liquor, and too many cigars. Talk about transparency! Composed in every situation is what I noticed, and I am grateful no matter what the outcome. My Faith allows this!
My parents were workers with an incredible ethic. I share that ethic! I don’t mind working however I must do tasks that I enjoy and allow me to minister as well. My dad would look upside my head if he noticed the lackadaisical mentality, I caught myself observing. Keep pressing, keep dreaming, and make it happen would have been his words specifically. Faith and composure have allowed me to experience amazing moments with more to come. I prayed and was serious about the way I needed to move forward. God has not disappointed me. In April of this year I simply put me in front of all the foolery and took the leap that I had taken many times before. I left confined Corp America in my rear mirror. I asked for private sector, non-profit, or Christian based because I know what doesn’t feel like work to me. God did just that after multiple interviews and promises from actual employers I landed where I needed to be most effective. After 4pm, I am composed and leave everything exactly where it needs to be until the next day. Dad would be ecstatic! While he had multiple fun jobs he strategized so his primary would give him a smooth operation well.
In the entrepreneurial Dad would still likely waiting on a few things from me. I had to take the time to deal with my pettiness to do the will of God. The will and my thoughts are aligned for the most and I am ready. Come what may everyday is new! Humanity keeps me grounded while #SuperHuman is just the best way to describe my faith walk. There is a lot I want to say and trust me more is coming. However, I want to challenge you spiritually to walk on the wild side of trusting God and for those who aren’t quite ready I want to challenge you to do something as spiritual as possible while you may be stagnant in secular ways. Had dad made it to 64yrs of celebration I already know how today would have been planned. We would have had a huge breakfast with some friends, great lunch, a rooftop for Happy Hour and LIVE music then chill at the homestead afterwards. Trust me God had greater plans and I am grateful. It has been the time without dad to celebrate on Earth that keeps my focus toward what I should be doing more of.
My family suffered a loss this week completely unexpected. I thought to myself Lord, I need to be home. Some things were navigated from the phone however my heart wanted to be in the presence of family. I have another dear relative recently placed on hospice care. While we all know God, the hurt is tricky. When I talk to my loved one, I am reminded of how special every moment is. It is important to take care of self, pray and talk with God, love, laugh, and live daily! Today speak on the matters of your heart and no longer be confined. Today tell someone you love them as you never know how they are feeling. Today chase the dream, set the goal, go get it, trust the Lord, and enjoy your faith journey! Happy Birthday to My Father! #Composed #DaintyPreacher #GodlyBalanced #AlwaysGraceful
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