Hey friends, Today is not a long blog post, but just a quick note to my friends who visit here looking for a word or two of encouragement.

First, I apologize that I am not terribly regular at posting here yet.  I'll get better, I promise.  I seem to manage to get something posted each day on the Facebook page, but I haven't been consistent posting here.

Second, thanks for sticking with me anyway!  Without readers, then there would be no point to posting.  My goal with this blog is to definitely encourage you, and so many of us need to hear a word of encouragement in our day.  The world tries very hard to bring us down and discourage us about the difference we are making, but I want to be back here applauding your efforts and encouraging you forward.  Take the next step and don't look back - you aren't going that way.

I'm going to share a couple links so you know what I've been up to and if you are not a member of the Facebook page yet, definitely join up - you'll be glad you did!

This week I finally completed my self imposed challenge to memorize the book of James.  I am so excited that I was able to accomplish this.  And it was most definitely the grace of God that allowed it because my brain was addled most days! here's the link if you'd like to verify that I actually did it :)

https://youtu.be/IQQTSaHV2qc

Last week, I completed a project that I had worked on that should be published later this year.  It's a contracted work for hire, and I was so excited to play a small role in it.

This month, I am helping with Beauty and the Beast, Jr. at our local community theater, DFT and teaching vocals - which is also keeping me very busy.

Lastly, I just worked on a new post about life lessons over on my other blog, if you'd like to see it - go here

I'm working on some ideas for posts here, so I'll be back in the next few days - promise :)  In the meantime I pray you will each have a very lovely weekend with your families, and will find time to rest!

If you find it hard to rest, then go here, and meditate on God's word and color for a little downtime.  I love today's passage - so meaningful AND encouraging!