Right as I whisper to myself, " this isn't going to be easy " in response to the demons that roam my mind I came upon this quote that saved me from a moment of lies. And I quieted my triggered tears then read it aloud. Following, the head bowed and voice took flight with truth. You are God And you are here. You love me freely. You've called me as your child. You are everlasting hope. You are closer to my soul than I am to myself. And I rest in peace, that is and only is Your presence.
In the span of a month I have purchased a Ukulele (really cool story behind the purchase. I'm too lazy to write about it) and learned a song via youtube. Props to the dude who created the tutorial to 'Stand By Me' by Ben E. King. Super basic and simple for beginners. A few weeks ago when I visited my Australian teacher friend we had the best, spontaneous time jammin'. She gave me some pointers and I introduced her to one of my all time favorite songs "You and I" by Ingrid Michaelson. Before I left for Thailand, a sister friend told me that when the going gets tough just keep strumming that uke. I have been challenged to create a song for my kids and sing it to them. Challenge accepted. I need accountability though. Will you hold me accountable? Peme brought in his toy guitar the second week. He is such a big help in the class and always wants to please the teachers. If I can inspire one 3 year old to learn how to play his instrument, I will s...
Just having fun with her (the uke), worshiping, unedited. I messed up a few times, forgot lyrics, got ahead of myself and in the midst was called to dinner. He is still glorified in my efforts. :) One of my favorites , How He Loves by John Mark McMillan Soaking up this time of His coming, spending time waiting while reading the word and playing for Him any chance I can get. Doing an advent devotion with the girls (for the first Christmas in a while, actually). Anyways, without further ado...
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