Hi everyone,
Today is January 31, 2012 and this year is about to become history! Was is a good year for you? Do you hate to see it come to an end? Or, was it a bad year, and you can't wait to see it end? Perhaps it held some good and some bad, which is, I believe, what it probably was for most of us. It's hard for me to believe that anyone could go through three hundred and sixty five days and not have some good and fulfilling events in their lives, right along with a few undesirable ones.
As for me, I still woke up this morning with my heart still ticking away. So, I'd have to say it's been a blessed year for me. Sure, there were incidents during this year that upset me in one way or another, but I refuse to dwell on them. For every unpleasant event I've had this year, there have been a dozen good things. I choose to be optimistic!
As far as 2013 starting, I'm looking ahead and I hope you are, also. What's done is done, never to be made different; what's been said, has been said, never to be taken back; what injury that's been done, can't be undone. It's all in the past now!
That certainly, doesn't mean we can't try to make things right for those we've harmed, whether it's physically, emotionally or spiritually. Life does go on for most of us. It's only those who choose to wallow in grief, shame or self pity, who can't move forward. If that's you, stop it! Take a deep breathe and tell yourself that you can and will change your life. But, first, stop and ask God's help. He will always be there to help you along the way.
I am looking forward to 2013 leaping into my life. I have some plans made for myself. First of all, I need to get back to writing my sequel novel to "Sassy" With A Capital "S". I feel like it's been forever since I've worked on it. I sat down yesterday to do some re-reading of it. I know I'll get back in the groove soon.
On the eleventh of January, I will be heading to York Catholic High School, where I was invited as a local author, to speak to some of the English classes about writing. I'm excited about that adventure and also a bit nervous. It's been a very, very long time since I had to do any public speaking. But, I am not worried. I truly believe the saying, "If God brings you to it; He will bring you through it."
Up until the holidays approached, I'd been a daily follower and writer on a few writer's web sites:
www.fanstory.com, www.WOWwomenonwriting.com and www.ezinearticles.com. I am very anxious to once again, become active on these sites. I truly miss not having the time to get back to my writing.
Then, of course, there's my art work. It's been way too long since I've done anything with that. Well, I suppose that's not completely true, as I've designed both the front and back covers to both my novels. ("Sassy" With A Capital "S" and my new one, "Crafty-Cruise" With A Capital "C")
It's really funny how after my life style changed, back in 2006, I thought my life would just drag by and be so boring. Yes, I do lead a very sedentary life, but it certainly flies by and it definitely is not boring!
I have to say, "I love my life, just the way it is! I've learned to embrace my Chronic Congestive Heart Failure and live each day to it's fullest, or at least the best way I am able. I refuse to permit myself to feel depressed or ask, why me? I've learned to ask, why not me? I'm not any more special than anyone else. We are all God's children, created equally."
So, in closing, I hope you will spend some time in the next few days, figuring out what you have to do to bring joy, hope, love and happiness into your life. No one person, no amount of money, not any physical items can make you happy. Happiness comes from inside you, not from exterior people or things. So, basically I'm saying, it's up to you. Are you going to pick up the ball and carry it to all the bases, or are you just going to let it lay there? It's your call!
Happy New Year!
Susan
Monday, December 31, 2012
Thursday, December 27, 2012
I Had A Lightbulb Moment!
Hi all,
Well, now that Christmas is behind us for another 363 days, we can all look forward to ending the year 2012 with joy and ringing in the new year, 2013, with happiness and anticipation. We often find ourselves happy that one year is ending and a new one is starting; but in truth, we never know what each new year will bring our way, do we? I think we should count our blessings for each year, each month, each day and each hour we have been given here on this earth.
In the past few months, there have been so many murders, both accidental and on purpose, that it's left me asking, "What has this world come to? Why are so many innocent children killed without reason? Why do so many people think that the only way to solve disputes is to take out a gun and shoot the other person. Why do people turn to violence so quickly? What is happening in this country today?"
I'm sure you all have had some of these same exact thoughts recently. I find myself praying to God for His mercy so that this world we live in, will become a more loving and peaceful place in which to live and raise our families. I often wander why the world has changed so much.
Well, on Christmas Eve, as I lay in bed thinking about the evening spent with my husband and my family, my thoughts turned to the violence that exists today. I was thinking back to the birth of Jesus and how hard it must have been for God to allow His only loving Son to die, so that we could be set free from original sin. He watched Jesus grow up into adulthood and then watched Him die on a cross. How hard that must have been for God.
As I was thinking about the Crucifixion and death of Jesus, I was reminded of the many men and women who called out, "Crucify Him" over and over again. And what about the men who followed along Jesus' walk, beating and whipping Him all the way. Then they nailed, actually hammered nails through His hands and feet, to attach Him to the cross, so they could stand the cross up straight, so that everyone could watch Jesus die on that same cross.
This all made me realize just how much violence, prejudices and hate existed, even way back in the day of Jesus, Mary and Joseph. It was a thought I hadn't ever had before then. Yes, I knew Jesus was crucified and died on a Cross, but I suppose I never thought about it as being so much like things are today. They may not have used guns to kill Jesus, but all the beatings, name calling and bullying killed Him just the same.
So, my prayer for 2013 is that everyone of us begs God's blessings on this world we live in. We may eventually, after death, live in a very peace loving place with God, but until then, we still need to live here in this world. Whatever happened to giving another person the benefit of the doubt, by showing kindness and forgiveness whenever possible. If some one's hurt you, please try to make a conscious effort to forgive them. Forgiving them isn't for the other person, it's for you. Your peace of mind, knowing that you are a loving and forgiving person is so important for each of us. I do know, first hand, how very much it hurts when someone you consider a friend or family member hurts you, but I promise you that forgiving them for yourself, will give you a better, more peaceful place to live. If you don't believe me, just try it. What do you have to loose? Don't you want to live each day of your life feeling at peace and good inside!
I am looking forward to the start of 2013. Realizing that back in 2006, I almost died, left me realizing how very important living is to me. As we ring in each new year, I have to give thanks to God that I'm still alive to see a new January 1. This year will be no different. I have some new adventures coming my way in the new year. How about you? What are you looking forward to in the coming year? Whatever it is, I hope it brings you peace and much happiness.
Susan
Well, now that Christmas is behind us for another 363 days, we can all look forward to ending the year 2012 with joy and ringing in the new year, 2013, with happiness and anticipation. We often find ourselves happy that one year is ending and a new one is starting; but in truth, we never know what each new year will bring our way, do we? I think we should count our blessings for each year, each month, each day and each hour we have been given here on this earth.
In the past few months, there have been so many murders, both accidental and on purpose, that it's left me asking, "What has this world come to? Why are so many innocent children killed without reason? Why do so many people think that the only way to solve disputes is to take out a gun and shoot the other person. Why do people turn to violence so quickly? What is happening in this country today?"
I'm sure you all have had some of these same exact thoughts recently. I find myself praying to God for His mercy so that this world we live in, will become a more loving and peaceful place in which to live and raise our families. I often wander why the world has changed so much.
Well, on Christmas Eve, as I lay in bed thinking about the evening spent with my husband and my family, my thoughts turned to the violence that exists today. I was thinking back to the birth of Jesus and how hard it must have been for God to allow His only loving Son to die, so that we could be set free from original sin. He watched Jesus grow up into adulthood and then watched Him die on a cross. How hard that must have been for God.
As I was thinking about the Crucifixion and death of Jesus, I was reminded of the many men and women who called out, "Crucify Him" over and over again. And what about the men who followed along Jesus' walk, beating and whipping Him all the way. Then they nailed, actually hammered nails through His hands and feet, to attach Him to the cross, so they could stand the cross up straight, so that everyone could watch Jesus die on that same cross.
This all made me realize just how much violence, prejudices and hate existed, even way back in the day of Jesus, Mary and Joseph. It was a thought I hadn't ever had before then. Yes, I knew Jesus was crucified and died on a Cross, but I suppose I never thought about it as being so much like things are today. They may not have used guns to kill Jesus, but all the beatings, name calling and bullying killed Him just the same.
So, my prayer for 2013 is that everyone of us begs God's blessings on this world we live in. We may eventually, after death, live in a very peace loving place with God, but until then, we still need to live here in this world. Whatever happened to giving another person the benefit of the doubt, by showing kindness and forgiveness whenever possible. If some one's hurt you, please try to make a conscious effort to forgive them. Forgiving them isn't for the other person, it's for you. Your peace of mind, knowing that you are a loving and forgiving person is so important for each of us. I do know, first hand, how very much it hurts when someone you consider a friend or family member hurts you, but I promise you that forgiving them for yourself, will give you a better, more peaceful place to live. If you don't believe me, just try it. What do you have to loose? Don't you want to live each day of your life feeling at peace and good inside!
I am looking forward to the start of 2013. Realizing that back in 2006, I almost died, left me realizing how very important living is to me. As we ring in each new year, I have to give thanks to God that I'm still alive to see a new January 1. This year will be no different. I have some new adventures coming my way in the new year. How about you? What are you looking forward to in the coming year? Whatever it is, I hope it brings you peace and much happiness.
Susan
Tuesday, December 25, 2012
Peace On Earth, Good Will To Us All!
Merry Christmas all,
As we celebrate the birth of Jesus, I hope you all are enjoying this Christmas Day, 2012. We celebrated with my three daughters and their families last evening, with a large sit down supper, some Christmas story readings and then our gift exchange. It was a very enjoyable evening, as always, but a very tiring one for me. Two of my Grandsons couldn't make it. We missed them very much.
Today it was just my husband and myself. I cooked a turkey with filling for an early afternoon meal. It was quite yummy. We are both tired today, and feel like we could take a snooze.
I hope this Christmas has brought all of you joy, peace and happiness. I hope you were able to spend some time with your immediate families. Family is very important to all of us! While sitting around the dinner table last evening, my daughters and I were reminiscing about all the traditions my Mother and Father started many years ago. Those traditions are still very important to all of us.
One such tradition is making stuffed dates for Christmas Eve, which I now make every year. For those of you who don't know what they are, you take pitted dates and stuff them with peanut butter and then roll them in granulated sugar. Another tradition from my Mother is to make a fruit jello mold to go with the meal. I, also, prepared one of those for my family.
I love the Christmas season and so do my girls. They've passed that love onto their children. That love of Christmas was passed on to my by my Mother. My parents have both been gone for quite awhile. My Mother passed away in 1996 and my Father died in 1999, but some days it seems like just yesterday. I miss them so much.
So, as this Christmas day slowly comes to an end, I have to say that this year was just as wonderful and fulfilling as every year has been. My first thought, upon awaking this morning, was to say, "Happy Birthday, Jesus." For without Him, we'd have nothing to celebrate at Christmas!
Susan
As we celebrate the birth of Jesus, I hope you all are enjoying this Christmas Day, 2012. We celebrated with my three daughters and their families last evening, with a large sit down supper, some Christmas story readings and then our gift exchange. It was a very enjoyable evening, as always, but a very tiring one for me. Two of my Grandsons couldn't make it. We missed them very much.
Today it was just my husband and myself. I cooked a turkey with filling for an early afternoon meal. It was quite yummy. We are both tired today, and feel like we could take a snooze.
I hope this Christmas has brought all of you joy, peace and happiness. I hope you were able to spend some time with your immediate families. Family is very important to all of us! While sitting around the dinner table last evening, my daughters and I were reminiscing about all the traditions my Mother and Father started many years ago. Those traditions are still very important to all of us.
One such tradition is making stuffed dates for Christmas Eve, which I now make every year. For those of you who don't know what they are, you take pitted dates and stuff them with peanut butter and then roll them in granulated sugar. Another tradition from my Mother is to make a fruit jello mold to go with the meal. I, also, prepared one of those for my family.
I love the Christmas season and so do my girls. They've passed that love onto their children. That love of Christmas was passed on to my by my Mother. My parents have both been gone for quite awhile. My Mother passed away in 1996 and my Father died in 1999, but some days it seems like just yesterday. I miss them so much.
So, as this Christmas day slowly comes to an end, I have to say that this year was just as wonderful and fulfilling as every year has been. My first thought, upon awaking this morning, was to say, "Happy Birthday, Jesus." For without Him, we'd have nothing to celebrate at Christmas!
Susan
Friday, December 21, 2012
I'm Ready For His Birth!
Hi all,
Four more days until we celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ, our Savior. I will be celebrating Christmas Eve with my family and I'm excited about being with them. Traditions are very important to me. So, being with my husband and family to celebrate Jesus' birth and Christmas, is traditional for me.
My Mother and Father started this tradition many, many years ago. They've been gone for quite a few years now, but I know they are still with me in spirit. Sometimes it seems like they're still here, helping me to go through life. My parents taught me about the importance of traditions.
As long as I can remember, we've always spent Christmas Eve at my Parents home. My siblings and their families were there, also. That changed after my Mom passed away in 1996. My siblings started their own traditions for Christmas Eve and my husband and I started having my children and their families to our home to celebrate Jesus' birth and Christmas Eve.
In the past year or so, one or more of my Grandsons have had to work on Christmas Eve. That was very hard for me, but I do understand that when you have to work, there isn't any choice. I'm sure it was very hard on him and his Parents, also. Two of them may not be here with us this year. That bums me out, but I understand work is work and sometimes there are other people to consider in making choices.
One of my Grandsons has to make a choice to either go to his girlfriends on Christmas Eve or to come to our home. He's having a hard time deciding what to do. He wants to come because it's traditional and he loves tradition. Whatever he decides, I'm okay with his decision. We'll all miss him, as well as my Grandson who has to work. But, I'm sure it will bother them more than us.
I was so moved with joy to hear that traditions are important to my Grandsons. You know, when dealing with young adults today, one just never knows how they feel about the traditional occasions that have been passed down from one generation to another. I do so love my six boys, and I'm so very proud of all of them. I hope they all know that! I try to tell them, but I'm never really sure if they're listening to me or not, but I hope so.
I have some commitments for shortly after the first of the year. So, I've been slowly getting my notes together so I know what I'm talking about. I was asked to speak to some classes at York Catholic High School, as an author and writer. This is something new for me. I'd have to say I'm a bit nervous, to say the least.
I'm sure some of the students will pay attention to me, while the others do what teens do best. You know, they'll just tune me out. If I reach one student I will be happy!
Well, that's all for today. Talk with you soon.
Susan
Four more days until we celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ, our Savior. I will be celebrating Christmas Eve with my family and I'm excited about being with them. Traditions are very important to me. So, being with my husband and family to celebrate Jesus' birth and Christmas, is traditional for me.
My Mother and Father started this tradition many, many years ago. They've been gone for quite a few years now, but I know they are still with me in spirit. Sometimes it seems like they're still here, helping me to go through life. My parents taught me about the importance of traditions.
As long as I can remember, we've always spent Christmas Eve at my Parents home. My siblings and their families were there, also. That changed after my Mom passed away in 1996. My siblings started their own traditions for Christmas Eve and my husband and I started having my children and their families to our home to celebrate Jesus' birth and Christmas Eve.
In the past year or so, one or more of my Grandsons have had to work on Christmas Eve. That was very hard for me, but I do understand that when you have to work, there isn't any choice. I'm sure it was very hard on him and his Parents, also. Two of them may not be here with us this year. That bums me out, but I understand work is work and sometimes there are other people to consider in making choices.
One of my Grandsons has to make a choice to either go to his girlfriends on Christmas Eve or to come to our home. He's having a hard time deciding what to do. He wants to come because it's traditional and he loves tradition. Whatever he decides, I'm okay with his decision. We'll all miss him, as well as my Grandson who has to work. But, I'm sure it will bother them more than us.
I was so moved with joy to hear that traditions are important to my Grandsons. You know, when dealing with young adults today, one just never knows how they feel about the traditional occasions that have been passed down from one generation to another. I do so love my six boys, and I'm so very proud of all of them. I hope they all know that! I try to tell them, but I'm never really sure if they're listening to me or not, but I hope so.
I have some commitments for shortly after the first of the year. So, I've been slowly getting my notes together so I know what I'm talking about. I was asked to speak to some classes at York Catholic High School, as an author and writer. This is something new for me. I'd have to say I'm a bit nervous, to say the least.
I'm sure some of the students will pay attention to me, while the others do what teens do best. You know, they'll just tune me out. If I reach one student I will be happy!
Well, that's all for today. Talk with you soon.
Susan
Tuesday, December 18, 2012
Soon It's Time To Get Back on Track!
Hi all,
I love the Christmas Season and everything it stands for, but I know it will soon be time for me to get back to my scheduled writing agenda. It's been so long since I've worked on my new novel, that I'm afraid I will forget what I've written. I guess I'll have to reread some of it before I start writing again.
Don't get me wrong, I'm not hurrying the Christmas holidays away. I'm just thinking forward to the new year. On Friday, January 11, I will be speaking to the morning classes at York Catholic High School, here in York. I have been invited by the Librarian to come and speak to the students about writing in general, and about the books I've published.
Yesterday ,I started making an outline of what I'd like to speak about to them. In many ways I wished I had pursued an education in writing when I graduated from high school. Which, by the way, was from York Catholic High School, many years ago. Long before any of the students I will be speaking with were ever born.
I've gotten some information together to share with them. Such as, several copies of articles I've written on Cardiovascular Disease. One article is geared only to women. It is the number one cause of death in women in the United States. I am, also, taking along a few copies of my children's hard bound novel. I thought, perhaps, I'd hand out a free copy to a few students who have younger siblings who may enjoy it.
I must admit, I'm a wee bit nervous about speaking in public. I've never been very good at that sort of thing. I want to express how important it is to do whatever you love. Whether it's something you do to earn your keep or if it's just something you do in your free time.
I love doing creative things, anything and everything. I made another 'hanky-panky quilt' as a door prize at our cookie exchange. I haven't done anything like that for a few years now. I think I miss doing needle work. Maybe after the first of the year, I will start some type of quilt. I've never tried making my own squares, so perhaps I'll give that a try. Actually, a friend of mine, just put that idea into my head today. One never knows, does one?
If you have time, check out all three of my e-books on Amazon. www.amazon.com/
The titles are:
Adult novel: Sassy With a Capital "S"
Child novel: The Secret In The Claw Feet Box
Health booklet: Congestive Heart Failure: Changing Lives
They are all for sale for Kindle at Amazon.
You still can check out these great sites:
www.athome.com/mariebersole
www.athome.com/angiealbright
www.TSbyCandice.com
www.amway.com/coriebersole
I'm sure they will all be having some great after Christmas sales! Check them out and see!
Well, are you all ready for Christmas and all the celebrating? I'm ready except for the last minute preparations. Don't forget to take a few minutes during these last few days for yourself. We all need to relax and take a few deep breathes so we can continue on our journey.
Susan
I love the Christmas Season and everything it stands for, but I know it will soon be time for me to get back to my scheduled writing agenda. It's been so long since I've worked on my new novel, that I'm afraid I will forget what I've written. I guess I'll have to reread some of it before I start writing again.
Don't get me wrong, I'm not hurrying the Christmas holidays away. I'm just thinking forward to the new year. On Friday, January 11, I will be speaking to the morning classes at York Catholic High School, here in York. I have been invited by the Librarian to come and speak to the students about writing in general, and about the books I've published.
Yesterday ,I started making an outline of what I'd like to speak about to them. In many ways I wished I had pursued an education in writing when I graduated from high school. Which, by the way, was from York Catholic High School, many years ago. Long before any of the students I will be speaking with were ever born.
I've gotten some information together to share with them. Such as, several copies of articles I've written on Cardiovascular Disease. One article is geared only to women. It is the number one cause of death in women in the United States. I am, also, taking along a few copies of my children's hard bound novel. I thought, perhaps, I'd hand out a free copy to a few students who have younger siblings who may enjoy it.
I must admit, I'm a wee bit nervous about speaking in public. I've never been very good at that sort of thing. I want to express how important it is to do whatever you love. Whether it's something you do to earn your keep or if it's just something you do in your free time.
I love doing creative things, anything and everything. I made another 'hanky-panky quilt' as a door prize at our cookie exchange. I haven't done anything like that for a few years now. I think I miss doing needle work. Maybe after the first of the year, I will start some type of quilt. I've never tried making my own squares, so perhaps I'll give that a try. Actually, a friend of mine, just put that idea into my head today. One never knows, does one?
If you have time, check out all three of my e-books on Amazon. www.amazon.com/
The titles are:
Adult novel: Sassy With a Capital "S"
Child novel: The Secret In The Claw Feet Box
Health booklet: Congestive Heart Failure: Changing Lives
They are all for sale for Kindle at Amazon.
You still can check out these great sites:
www.athome.com/mariebersole
www.athome.com/angiealbright
www.TSbyCandice.com
www.amway.com/coriebersole
I'm sure they will all be having some great after Christmas sales! Check them out and see!
Well, are you all ready for Christmas and all the celebrating? I'm ready except for the last minute preparations. Don't forget to take a few minutes during these last few days for yourself. We all need to relax and take a few deep breathes so we can continue on our journey.
Susan
Monday, December 17, 2012
One Week Left!
Hi all,
We have one week left until Christmas Eve. I'm excited about celebrating the birthday of Jesus. I'm also excited about spending Christmas Eve with my family. I know that the true meaning of Christmas has to do with Jesus' birth, not Santa Claus. But, in some ways, I think Santa Claus is like Jesus in some ways.
I love the Christmas Season so very much. It is my favorite time of the year! It leaves me feeling filled with love and generosity to others. Don't misunderstand me, it's not about buying because I have to, because I don't. None of us do! It's about giving because I love the people I give to. I wish I could give them more than I already do. Of course, these people I'm referring to, are my daughters, their husbands or partner, my Grandsons and my wonderful husband. They are all so very important to me.
But, as much as I love each and every one of them, I love God more. I am nothing without Him in my life, of this, I am positive! He is with me every second of every day, of every month, of every year. He always has been and I know He always will be with me.
Christmas is the perfect time to show your family just how much your love and need them. Give to them as much as you can afford, monetarily and give them the spiritual help they need.
So, when you have your get-to-gether over the holidays, take a few minutes to celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ. Remind everyone there, that Jesus is the reason for the season. Then you can do your celebrating feeling good about Christmas, Santa Claus, gift giving and the marvelous food.
I've heard some people say that they feel guilty talking about Christmas, Santa, gifts or happy things, what with the tragedy that occurred in Connecticut. I don't think we should feel any guilt about our happiness because God wouldn't want that for us. He wants us to celebrate His birthday with joy and comfort for His coming. We, obviously, can pray for all the victims families both in Connecticut and where we each live. Remember, the victims are now with God forever in a violent free place. I don't know about each of you, but I hope, some day, to be their, also!
So, in conclusion, I encourage each of you to keep those suffering in your prayers and to put joy and happiness back into your heart so you will be able to, once again, look forward to Jesus' birth.
I hope you all have a great day!
Susan
We have one week left until Christmas Eve. I'm excited about celebrating the birthday of Jesus. I'm also excited about spending Christmas Eve with my family. I know that the true meaning of Christmas has to do with Jesus' birth, not Santa Claus. But, in some ways, I think Santa Claus is like Jesus in some ways.
I love the Christmas Season so very much. It is my favorite time of the year! It leaves me feeling filled with love and generosity to others. Don't misunderstand me, it's not about buying because I have to, because I don't. None of us do! It's about giving because I love the people I give to. I wish I could give them more than I already do. Of course, these people I'm referring to, are my daughters, their husbands or partner, my Grandsons and my wonderful husband. They are all so very important to me.
But, as much as I love each and every one of them, I love God more. I am nothing without Him in my life, of this, I am positive! He is with me every second of every day, of every month, of every year. He always has been and I know He always will be with me.
Christmas is the perfect time to show your family just how much your love and need them. Give to them as much as you can afford, monetarily and give them the spiritual help they need.
So, when you have your get-to-gether over the holidays, take a few minutes to celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ. Remind everyone there, that Jesus is the reason for the season. Then you can do your celebrating feeling good about Christmas, Santa Claus, gift giving and the marvelous food.
I've heard some people say that they feel guilty talking about Christmas, Santa, gifts or happy things, what with the tragedy that occurred in Connecticut. I don't think we should feel any guilt about our happiness because God wouldn't want that for us. He wants us to celebrate His birthday with joy and comfort for His coming. We, obviously, can pray for all the victims families both in Connecticut and where we each live. Remember, the victims are now with God forever in a violent free place. I don't know about each of you, but I hope, some day, to be their, also!
So, in conclusion, I encourage each of you to keep those suffering in your prayers and to put joy and happiness back into your heart so you will be able to, once again, look forward to Jesus' birth.
I hope you all have a great day!
Susan
Sunday, December 16, 2012
Praise God From Whom All Blessings Flow!
Hi all,
Well, I'm sure the tragedy that occurred a few days ago in Connecticut is still on every one's mind. It was, definitely, a senseless action, one which caused so much pain and suffering to so many people. But, I hope and pray that you are not blaming God for this slaughter. He did NOT make it happen.
If we go back to Adam and Eve, we will see, once again, that they choose to have independence from God. He did not want that for these human beings He created. He wanted us to live in bliss, with no pain and suffering, no want for anything. Just peace and love. WE, human beings, choose to have our independence. So, now we see what we choose and we don't like it.
I hope you all will pray for all the families involved in this tragedy, but I also hope you will continue to plan for the arrival of the birth of God's only Son, Jesus Christ. He alone is our Savior. He alone can protect us and stay with us all the days of our lives. Let us not forget that God permitted His only begotten Son, Jesus Christ, to be crucified and die on the cross. He did this for us!
Please keep praying for those that died in Connecticut, and for their families, but please continue to look forward to the celebration, once again, of the birth of Jesus this Christmas day.
I know, beyond a shadow of a doubt, that God was with each and every person that was killed at Sandy Hook Elementary School a few days ago. He was there, and He carried them home to be with Him forever in peace and love.
May God bless us all today and every day of our lives!
Susan
Well, I'm sure the tragedy that occurred a few days ago in Connecticut is still on every one's mind. It was, definitely, a senseless action, one which caused so much pain and suffering to so many people. But, I hope and pray that you are not blaming God for this slaughter. He did NOT make it happen.
If we go back to Adam and Eve, we will see, once again, that they choose to have independence from God. He did not want that for these human beings He created. He wanted us to live in bliss, with no pain and suffering, no want for anything. Just peace and love. WE, human beings, choose to have our independence. So, now we see what we choose and we don't like it.
I hope you all will pray for all the families involved in this tragedy, but I also hope you will continue to plan for the arrival of the birth of God's only Son, Jesus Christ. He alone is our Savior. He alone can protect us and stay with us all the days of our lives. Let us not forget that God permitted His only begotten Son, Jesus Christ, to be crucified and die on the cross. He did this for us!
Please keep praying for those that died in Connecticut, and for their families, but please continue to look forward to the celebration, once again, of the birth of Jesus this Christmas day.
I know, beyond a shadow of a doubt, that God was with each and every person that was killed at Sandy Hook Elementary School a few days ago. He was there, and He carried them home to be with Him forever in peace and love.
May God bless us all today and every day of our lives!
Susan
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