Let’s Choose PEACE Over Perfection

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We all like to know that somebody has our back.

May we extend support for someone else today. We never know when we’ll need the same grace extended to us.

Plant seed before you’re hungry…

Blessings, Kayren

“A man that hath friends must shew himself friendly: and there is a friend that sticketh closer than a brother.”

(Proverbs 18:24)

Growth, Maturity, Tolerance, and Wit

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What does Pink Panther have to do with Father’s Day for this eldest daughter of a Girl Dad?

When I was a child and Saturday morning cartoons were the jam (we didn’t have cable – gasp! I turned out fine…), my dad used to chuckle amusedly at the Coyote and the Roadrunner (on the ORIGINAL Looney Tunes).

I was annoyed whenever they’d cut away from Bugs Bunny and Daffy Duck – because for the life of me, I couldn’t figure out why there was no dialogue between the characters! Add to that the Coyote’s unfortunately risk-prone leaning to ridiculous predicaments…I never understood why he kept trying the same nonsense – to no avail.

Now that I’m older and wiser, I find myself hollerin’ with laughter at the irony, sarcasm, hubris, and double entendre baked into these wordless cartoons.

In some life situations, no words are required and one look says it all.

I finally get it. And now I find myself appreciating the beauty of a classic…#FullCircleMoment #DaddyWasRight

With honor for the mighty men of valor in my life, Kayren💞

“Children’s children are the crown of old men; and the glory of children are their fathers.”

(Proverbs 17:6, KJV)

“Grandchildren are the crown of aged men,

And the glory of children is their fathers [who live godly lives].”

(Proverbs 17:6, AMP)

Create Time For Joy

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I had a delightful lunch with my mini-me before she headed off to her summer internship. Unbeknownst to me, she was quick on the draw and captured my “exclamation face” when the waiter informed me they might not have the tiramisu. ExSQUEEZE me?!

Yes, THAT tiramisu.

But they did. And all was well with the world!

My baby chose the same meal that I’d ordered the week before (egg drop soup, spring rolls, and red curry…I guess my recommendation was pretty persuasive), and we enjoyed wonderful fellowship accentuated by tasty treats – of course topped off with terrific tiramisu.

We pressed “pause” on all the other stuff going on and made time for what mattered most in that moment – mother/daughter time. I am grateful!

How will you make time for joy today? Drop a comment if you’d like to share…

Blessings, Kayren

“9 Let love be without dissimulation. Abhor that which is evil; cleave to that which is good.

10 Be kindly affectioned one to another with brotherly love; in honour preferring one another;”

(Romans 12:9-10, KJV)

“9 Love is to be sincere and active [the real thing—without guile and hypocrisy]. Hate what is evil [detest all ungodliness, do not tolerate wickedness]; hold on tightly to what is good.

10 Be devoted to one another with [authentic] brotherly affection [as members of one family], give preference to one another in honor;”

(Romans 12:9-10, AMP)

Make a Positive Impact

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Sometimes we don’t know the impact we’ve had on someone until much later down the road.

When there’s an opportunity to leave heartprints of love, do so gently.

You’ll never know when someone needs it most.

Blessings, Kayren

“8 Finally, brethren, whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things are honest, whatsoever things are just, whatsoever things are pure, whatsoever things are lovely, whatsoever things are of good report; if there be any virtue, and if there be any praise, think on these things.

9 Those things, which ye have both learned, and received, and heard, and seen in me, do: and the God of peace shall be with you.”

(Philippians 4:8-9, KJV)

“8 Finally, believers, whatever is true, whatever is honorable and worthy of respect, whatever is right and confirmed by God’s word, whatever is pure and wholesome, whatever is lovely and brings peace, whatever is admirable and of good repute; if there is any excellence, if there is anything worthy of praise, think continually on these things [center your mind on them, and implant them in your heart].

9 The things which you have learned and received and heard and seen in me, practice these things [in daily life], and the God [who is the source] of peace and well-being will be with you.”

(Philippians 4:8-9, AMP)

Do the Law

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We love the blessings of obedience…but do we consider the judgments for disobedience?

God doesn’t expect us to know everything about everything (thank goodness!).

However, it is important for us to maintain a teachable spirit so we can learn, grow, and be corrected in righteousness.

Because what we don’t know can hurt us.

I believe that wisdom encompasses benefitting from the experiences of others without having to bump our heads on the same obstacles.

Here for it and adjusting daily, Kayren

“25 And thou, Ezra, after the wisdom of thy God, that is in thine hand, set magistrates and judges, which may judge all the people that are beyond the river, all such as know the laws of thy God; and teach ye them that know them not.

26 And whosoever will not do the law of thy God, and the law of the king, let judgment be executed speedily upon him, whether it be unto death, or to banishment, or to confiscation of goods, or to imprisonment.”

(Ezra 7:25-26)

Get the Tiramisu

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It was the best ending to a delightful lunch. Honestly, it was rather epic – and I don’t throw that term around lightly.

I’d looked forward to visiting my favorite local Thai restaurant since I scheduled my day off. #MoreHearts

The red curry with shrimp, egg rolls, and egg drop soup were the “tummy hug” I needed after a grueling workweek.

Sure, I could’ve skipped the sweet treat and been satisfied with my lovely and satisfying meal. But I really like tiramisu, and my server said this tiramiau was exquisite.

He didn’t oversell it.😋

The tiramisu was all that, a bag of chips, the crumbs in the bottom of the bag, and then some.💯

After my first bite, I was transported to a spiritual experience.😇 Halfway through, I was boxing it up to finish this delicacy at home in my PJs and fuzzy socks.

Because a dessert like this deserved an audience of one.😜😆

I encourage you to schedule a day to breathe. Soon.

Don’t put it off for weeks. Seriously.

Your body, mind, soul, and spirit will thank you.

Blessings, Kayren

“31 Therefore take no thought, saying, What shall we eat? or, What shall we drink? or, Wherewithal shall we be clothed?

32 (For after all these things do the Gentiles seek:) for your heavenly Father knoweth that ye have need of all these things.

33 But seek ye first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you.”

(Matthew 6:31-33)

I Have THIS Moment

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No time like the present - appreciate the gift

We can’t gather and collect time.

But we can appreciate and enjoy it for what it is: the gift of this moment. 🎁

A present IN the present, if you will.

Selah…

Blessings, Kayren

“To every thing there is a season, and a time to every purpose under the heaven:”
(Ecclesiastes 3:1)

Navigating Maycember

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Why did I just learn what Maycember means? I heard a co-worker with tweens use it…then I Googled. 😂

I guess I’ve experienced it for many years, but I just didn’t realize it had a label or it was really a thing. But it is! #RealityCheck

Aside from the fact that my children are in their 20s…but that doesn’t make the flurry of parental support activity any less real or involved.

As a matter of fact, packing up college dorm rooms, supporting internships anywhere on the planet (or not getting the internship waited upon for months) requires a similar level of logistical choreography, emotional support, and parental stamina.

To all who are navigating Maycember, the encouragement is the same: trust God with ALL the details – big, small, and in between.

Our children won’t be children forever! As parents, we are doing a good work…and it’s more than worth the effort.👍🏽

Blessings, Kayren

“1 But of the times and the seasons, brethren, ye have no need that I write unto you.

2 For yourselves know perfectly that the day of the Lord so cometh as a thief in the night.”

(I Thessalonians 5:1-2)

Childlike Faith

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Both of my children are home for a few days before beginning their respective summer internships, and it appears they’re playing hide-and-seek.

Seriously, y’all?! I’m in back-to-back online meetings, and you come into my home office asking me if your sibling is hiding in my closet? 🤯

I’ve gotta admit that on the mom-o-meter level of 1 to 10, that was pretty stinkin’ cute (ranks around an 8 for me) and it made me laugh! 😂

Probably because they’re age 20 and age 22 now. 😆

How can you incorporate childlike wonder, amazement, and another level of simple faith this week?

Open your eyes and see the endless possibilities.

Blessings, Kayren

“For ye are all the children of God by faith in Christ Jesus.”

(Galatians 3:26)

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Let’s Choose PEACE Over Perfection

Support Embedded

Growth, Maturity, Tolerance, and Wit

Create Time For Joy

Make a Positive Impact

Do the Law

Get the Tiramisu

I Have THIS Moment

Navigating Maycember

Childlike Faith