The Birth of this Blog

This blog was born out of a time of prayer and fasting. Now, don't get nervous, thinking that I'm some super-spiritual being who has it all together. Let me explain...

Several weeks ago I was challenged, along with others in my church congregation, to enter a time of prayer and fasting during Lent. As is typical  with me and challenges, I first decided that it would be too difficult and, since I would likely fail, I didn't even want to try. However, it became obvious to me, as my thoughts frequently returned to this challenge, that it was something I had to do. So, I did it. I picked a meal each week to fast and pray. And, after hours in prayer, reflection and stillness before God during that time, I believe I was given these three tasks:

1. Do More - To me, a professional, busy mom of three who works outside the home and volunteers weekly at church, those two simple words sounded daunting. Maybe any woman or person who feels like they are already spread too thin would feel the same. How could I possibly do more? How do I fit that in? I still don't know exactly what to do or how to do it,  but the words were clear:  Do more.
2. Set Goals - This has always been a difficult thing for me to do. Difficult, not because I don't have things I want to accomplish or areas in which I want to grow. But, difficult because of the fear of failure. What if I set a goal and can't reach it? What would that say about me? Well, I have been pushed to a place where goals aren't just recommended, they are necessary. It's time for me to set goals, whether I reach them or not! I still don't know exactly what or how, but the words were clear:  Set goals. 
3. Use Your Creativity - I was much more comfortable hearing these words, since I've always enjoyed creative tasks. When I was a teenager, I wanted to be a writer. I often used my own dreams and circumstances to construct stories. Over the years, I've dabbled in graphic design, scrap booking, decorating and many other things creative.  As I reflected on my recent lack of motivation and interest in anything outside of the routine of life, I realized that I had let my creative side lie dormant. I had forgotten how to create. How could I re-build that part of me? When would I find the time? I still don't know exactly what creative tasks lay before me or how I will get them done, but the words were clear: Use your creativity. 

Although the season of Lent has come to an end, this blog is the beginning of a new season for me. I have not started this blog in anticipation of becoming a famous blogger or even with the idea that I will have dozens of people "following me". I write with an anticipation of exploring my creativity and releasing all of those ideas and thoughts that swim wildly around in my head everyday. I write because it's a goal and I suspect it will enable me to do more. I write for me, and for you, if you choose to follow me in this journey!