There is a “me” that emerges in relationship to writing, like the “me” that emerges in certain friendships, who make me laugh.
The Right to Write, Julie Cameron
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As we look a new year square in the face with all its hopes, dreams, and possibilities, let me ask you a question:
When does that “me” emerge that you like and what is it you are doing when she does?
If you do that consistently.
If you see her smiling back at you in the mirror more often.
If you are purposeful.
This could be the best year yet.
So good my friend. I am going to look for her!!!
Neat thought! I hear the “me” in me, crying out to emerge, and being called out by God. It is about authenticity, eternal hope, radical life change, and finally getting serious about the details. It isn’t about what I am busy doing, but rather how I am living and doing the next thing in front of me.
I am excited for what I believe will be the best year yet, not because my circumstances are changing but my heart and mind is being conformed to the way God wants me to live!
“It isn’t about what I am busy doing, but rather how I am living…” that is perfect Lisa!
This is a great question! The “me” I like emerges when I am helping others; I love making others feel good about themselves and letting them know they are loved. I never realized this until you asked the question…hmmm…I have to ponder more on this because it goes hand in hand with one of my goals for the year. Have a wonderful day.
Yes- it is a question that likes to hang out awhile and stir your heart! I love the direction you are going! Keep me posted!
I love your question, Stacey. The answer changes, you know, as circumstances change. For years the “me” I needed to be was mom to my daughters, and I was comfortable there. But now as they are growing up and leaving my nest, God is showing me other, surprising, things He wants me to do. This year He called me to teach (as you know), and I have never felt more like “me” than I do when I’m in the classroom. What a gift He gave to me this year! I’m so thankful for it.
Shelly that is so exciting! I can even hear the passion in your words here! May you feel His smile upon you as you re-enter the class room this semester!
I am looking for that me… Hoping to find her again when I start writing my heart. When I start being true to me and not to what I think everyone else wants me to be. Beautiful thoughts today Stacey.
You have no idea how happy that makes me Amy! Praying for you friend!
Last year was the year God poured out His PEACE like never before over my brokenness & this is the year that I am believing in a deeper HOPE in Him that I have never needed more than I need now. It WILL be the best year yet!
Praying for you friend that Hope will be the anchor of your soul and that God will continue to use you and your words in the lives of others. Your story is beautiful and many need to hear it.
What a great question to ponder…I will have to be thinking about this one, but off the top of my head that “me” happens when I am being creative (crafting/cooking) and when I have time to take care of the house and my husband. We both work full time, and after 2 years of marriage we are starting to think about starting a family! I enjoy my job, but God is revealing that the “me” that makes me smile is the one who can stay at home and take care of her family 🙂
What an exciting time for you Veronica! God bless you in 2012!
Thank you sweet Jamie! I am so glad you are here! Let me know what this question leads to! Love to hear!
What if part of the “me” lives in FL? 🙁
🙂 I know….
beautiful post stacey, so much depth with such simplicity … i admire how you write like that! i’m reading julia’s book now and loving every. single. word! she’s whispering directly into my questioning heart.
love and cherish you sweet friend!
I am reading it slowly and enjoying letting it hang out in my heart! Can you believe I found it randomly at our library? A good find.
Your ? About “me” shook me (in a good way). I need to wake up and participate in my real life not be an observer and bit plater in my own life. Thanks