Retrain your brain... Living in victory means that sometimes you have to develop new habits. If you’ve been negative for a long time, you’ve got to retrain your thinking from “I can’t” to “I can;” from “It won’t happen” to “It will happen;” from “I’ll never get well” to “God is restoring health unto me;” from “I never get any good breaks” to “God’s favor surrounds me like a shield;” from “I’ve made too many mistakes. I’m all washed up” to “I’m redeemed and forgiven. My best days are still out in front of me.” It’s like reprogramming a computer. Sometimes you have to wipe off the old, outdated, dysfunctional software and load in something new. If you’ve spent your days focused on how things won’t work, it’s time to focus on how things will work out! It doesn’t matter how bad it looks, how many people have told you no, or how long it’s been that way, God has the final say. It’s not over till God says it’s over. Shake off the self-pity. Shake off the disappointment. Let go of the old and choose to believe. (paraphrased from Joel Osteen's devotional prayer) Let your head and heart truly believe in all the good that is to come to you! Sending warmth and hugs, Colleen :-)

The best day...

Wishing every one the gift of an amazing life adventure!

Colleen :-)

Please take time to read...

With prayers that these may bring you peace,  love and further healing,

Colleen :-)

Fearlessly and wondrously prosperous...

"Life presents many opportunities to demonstrate strength and courage. I may stretch myself and increase my gifts to others. Or I may leave the security of a relationship or job to better care for myself. Every time I practice courage, I contribute to my prosperity.

I make choices based on what feeds my soul and benefits those around me. As I do, I tap in to hidden resources. Spirit enables me to face difficulties and overcome them.

Courage is like muscle. I build it up over time with each act outside my comfort zone. I create strength that will last a lifetime and I am fearlessly prosperous."

                                                                   from The Word of the Day (paraphrased slightly)



Be strong and courageous so that you may prosper in so many ways!

Colleen :-)

Bottled water follow-up...

People have been sharing with me that there are many high schools and colleges that ban plastic water bottles from being on their campus.

Besides the impact the plastic water bottles have on our health, it is a way to help keep our environment and dear Earth cleaner. (ironically after garbage day just yesterday, several plastic water bottles were rolling around on my driveway from other people's garbage cans.....a sign to remind me to share this further info with you :-)

So here is the link:

www.banthebottle.net

While on the website, you can also go to "map of campaigns" to visually see where the bans are happening and if you scroll further down, you will see a list of the schools and organizations as well.

Get those glass and stainless steel refillable bottles out and start using them!

Thank you for helping all of us,

Colleen :-)

Sending good thoughts...

Live your life to its fullest every day!

Colleen :-)

Bringing you smiles...

UNFAIR WAR

I lost a war! But it was not fair.
See, my opponent didn’t even think.
It’s hard to believe it that I’ve been defeated
By such a tiny, little thing!

And I thought for hours, trying various tactics,
Struggling and sweating to win,
While this tiny cookie just sat on the counter,
Not even cracking a grin!

LILIANA KOHANN
©Artpeace 2000

Hoping your day is a sweet one!

Colleen :-)