Prayers

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There is a saying "Lies take care of the present but never the future."

Likewise, I can also say, "Prayers take care of the present and also the future."  

Sometimes, I have to pinch myself to remember that this is the life I had prayed for when I was younger.  

It wasn't a grand life that I thought about.  I never prayed to travel the world or to have millions in the bank.  But I do remember only wanting a roof over my head, food on the table and surrounded by people who love me.

So, yes, I have to be thankful for a lot and that I should count my blessings.  

The leap of faith

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I almost cannot believe that I have been in retirement for FOUR years now.  It seems like I've taken to this new life like a "fish to water". That's lame but the best description that I can think of. Hahahahahaha.  

Also, I almost cannot remember what it's like to be working in an office. 

My "office" now is wherever my laptop is placed at home so it's either on the dining table or on my lap (pun intended) in front of the TV!  

The leap year used to brings memories of the Olympic Games and the Presidential Elections.  That's how diverse my interests are! Stephen and I share a common ground in our interest with some major world events and we enjoy talking about it over breakfast/lunch/dinner and sometimes supper.  But now the leap year has also become synonymous with my retirement.

I woke up yesterday to tell Stephen that we must celebrate today.  I said I want to have lobster for dinner.  He knows I'm full of plans and no action.  Just being able to say it is enough to make me happy.

The leap of faith was also a leap into faith.  It was when I found a meaningful relationship with God.  It has made such a big difference to my life.

So this 29 February 2016, I'm saying a special prayer for all the people who are special to me.  It's a way of giving back (behind the scenes) without fanfare. 

Most of all I'm thankful to Stephen, Jared and Gwen who have been my pillars of support and encouragement.  The countless other family and friends along the way have been the icing on the cake: always delicious and so enjoyable. 

Be blessed.  Stay blessed.  Shalom!

No matter what...

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What a good reminder this is for me and for anybody else who needs it.  People love to focus on the wrong things even when there are so many right things to dwell on.

I'm going to shift my thoughts to all the good things instead of the bad.  After all, life is too short to waste on anything unproductive.

Today my prayer is that I remain steadfast and keep my eyes on Jesus.  

No matter what... God is faithful to those who believe in Him.  Amen.

Countdown: 12 days to Christmas

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It's 12 days to Christmas and these prayers are a good guide for us to stay on course towards a blessed celebration.