My patience

I am at a point in my life that I need some positive direction and a Rock to stand on? I know there have been many people who have been in exactly the same circumstances as me, faced my situations, been tested like me and came through it giving praise to God.

I hear words in my head like have patience and let me show you the way, be still and know that I am God. Patience is not one of my virtues: I may act like I am being patient but inside I am burning with frustration and anger, It causes me great pain. "Without pain, there is no gain" Some days are easy and some days are a lot harder to get through. My belief in God is secure and my faith is strong so I will trust him to make a way for me.

Earl


“Trust in the LORD with all your heart, And lean not on your own understanding; In all your ways acknowledge Him, And He shall direct your paths.” (Proverbs 3:5-6)

Healthy diet

THIS SOUNDS LIKE SOMETHING I CAN MANAGE.


Diet to stay happy


What should you eat to beat depression?


Experts say it’s important to eat a balanced, Mediterranean-style diet. But some nutrients are particularly helpful. Here are some examples, and which foods supply them.


Vitamin B6: An ingredient needed to produce serotonin, the main neurotransmitter that regulates mood and sleep. Too little serotonin is associated with depression. We need Vitamin B6 every day from our diet.


Sources: Pistachios. Garlic. Salmon and tuna. Chicken. Spinach. Cabbage. Bananas. Sweet potatoes. Avocados. Whole grains.


DHA: The main omega-3 fat in the brain. It promotes the production of brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF), a hormone that protects neurons and promotes the birth of new brain cells.


Sources: Wild salmon. Oysters. Anchovies. Mackerel. Mussels.


Prebiotics: Foods that the good microbes in our gut need to stay alive.


Sources: Onions. Asparagus. Artichokes. Garlic. Bananas. Oats.


Probiotics: Live bacteria and yeasts that replenish the good bacteria in our microbiome.


Sources: Yogurt. Sauerkraut. Kefir. Kimchi or other fermented vegetables, such as turnips, cucumbers or carrots.


Elizabeth Bernstein

Morning prayer

I keep my life pretty simple believe it or not. It’s the start of a new week, so I begin with my coffee and morning devotions:
“Thank you God, for this opportunity to live today.
Give me the strength
to stay focused this week,
to be mindful of others,to serve kindnessto be a sorce of Love.”This simple little prayer gives me the peace and calmness I need to press forward and face today's challenges.I repeat that several times as I take my morning walk, and think about the key words. 

• focused 

• mindfulness 

• kindness 

• love

• strength

Not much magic to it -Just a few simple words and a belief that it is happening.

God given talent

I am a believer in Jesus Christ and have a belief that we are each given special gifts called talents, and these are given for spicific work and for a specific time period.

 My idea of talent is the ability to perform certain tasks well and love it. Over the years I have had many different occupations and jobs that I performed well in but didn't enjoy them. I think those were just learned skills and not special talents. I knew that I loved tinkering around with things and making them work but that was just a pastime and didn't bring in any money.

I remember years ago I had worked for a corporation and they closed the outlet where I was employed. At that time I was only making enough to get by month to month so I had to find some immediate source of income. Since I loved to repair things I placed an add for handyman work and got a couple of small jobs painting. They referred me to some 0f their friends and I began to have steady work. The painting was something I loved doing and I did a clean and timely job. The referrals kept coming so I ordered business cards and bought a business license. God was answering my prayer for steady income, and he also gave me the talent to do a good job and the love to do it. That turned out to be my life's work for the next 16 years.

I have been retired for the last 7 years only working part-time jobs for extra income and getting a bit restless. I have been feeling a void of not doing something meaningful. Through my daily devotions and praying for new opportunities I felt like I needed to share my life's experiences on social media how God has provided and protected me over 70+ years, in hopes that it will help others through a similar situation. Believe me, I am not a writer or very savvy with the computer or smartphone, but I have enjoyed making a few short posts and also helped my wife set up her own website. cathykeepsakecreations.com

This could be the opportunity I have been waiting for and the talent to go with it. I am fully trusting God to lead me down the right path and provide all the knowledge and wisdom I will need.
Earl Baldwin