Thursday, November 24, 2016

Giving Thanks!

Happy Thanksgiving! Happy Feast Day! Happy Football!

Thanksgiving brings a rush of memories~ filled with laughter and tears.
Yet, Thanksgiving 2016 my heart is overflowing with the many blessings of the year.

I can't really hang out and chat today, I'm running behind on the creation of the feast. [Yep, I stayed up way to late playing in the studio last night when I should have been cooking!]

Years ago we broke with "Tradition" as in no turkey! Gasp!!
Since the break-up, every year the menu changes. This year is no different, everyone has submitted a request for entree, sides and desserts. And once again, no one has requested turkey, gravy, dressing.... Shrimp is at the top of the entree listings.

What will you be serving later today? Do you have any Thanksgiving Traditions unique to your family?

Happy Thanksgiving!

Carol
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Thursday, November 10, 2016

Joining the American Renaissance!

Why "What Box? Living a Creative Life" and why now?

In the Beginning God Created. We as humans were created in His image, therefore, within each of us is the ability to create! We are innovative, creative, problem solvers by nature~ we can't help it, it is hard wired into our DNA. Psssssst. You are an Artist and Creative individual too!!!

Most would agree this planet we call home has a few problems. However, we all have deep within the ability when joined together to solve these issues. What has worked in the past might not work today, yet, many are afraid to try something different. Some say the world is in turmoil, these are dark and perilous times...riots, wars, unemployment, low wages, disease you shouldn't take risks, stay with the status quo, don't stir the waters. I disagree.

As a college instructor I see so many students without long range plans, without day dreams, without thoughts of the future beyond the next video game, the next lottery ticket, the next cup of coffee, the next party. Students with anxiety disorders, despondent, addictions, living in the world as presented to them by gaming, movies, media and they are void of original personal thoughts. My heart has broken seeing the great potential within yet it remains untouched.

I have for as long as I can remember been a sounding board, a listening ear, a voice of encouragement, a cheerleader, a 'mama bear' and fierce warrior defending each who enters in to my inner circle or crosses my path[sometimes, even total strangers in Walmart]...as well as...I am an artist, a writer, a dreamer, a creative soul, one who can't look at anything without seeing at least a dozen viable options. Combine that bundle of life above with my love of people and suddenly out pops what has been there all the time: I am a Passionate Artist,  a Consultant, Art Coach, Blogger, Teacher/Instructor helping others 'break out' and embrace their hidden creative abilities. I hear the sound of panic....take a deep breath and reread what I wrote.
Hidden creative abilities~ these can be artistic in nature but they don't have to be: Scientists are creative, Explorers are creative, Engineers are creative, Musicians are creative, Military Leaders are creative... this list goes on and on.

The American Renaissance! What is it? Americans coming together side by side, using their Creative abilities to solve the issues at hand here at home and globally. The Italian Renaissance famous for Michelangelo, Leonardo, Donatello, Raphael [not the Ninja Turtles] began in Italy and circled the globe in time. Today, with social media at our fingertips, this American Renaissance will travel faster, create greater inspiration, will include many brilliant minds working together to restore, bind wounds, celebrate accomplishments while discovering new amazing solutions.

This is your invitation to join the American Renaissance!
Renaissance??? Wasn't that back in the Dark Ages, you might ask.
Simply put, Renaissance = ReBirth!
You are never to old to learn something new, to start a new career, to follow your dreams~ Are you breathing? Today is the day to let go of what has held you back.
I am here cheering you on each and every step of the way~ You've got this!!!


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Wednesday, November 9, 2016

From this Day Forward

AMERICA! The UNITED STATES of AMERICA!
We are more than the president, more than the people, greater than our differences. We are One Nation! We are Americans!
Therefore it is now time to INVEST in AMERICA!
EMBRACE America, the Declaration of Independence, the Constitution, the people, the government. Hold your chin up, walk forth with purpose, determined to heal and bind the wounds.
 AMERICA is STILL a GREAT Nation!
Be determined to purchase products MADE IN AMERICA.
Be determined to speak ENCOURAGING words ~
If you can't say anything nice....shhhhhhh....don't say anything at all.
Be determined and sing patriotic songs, wave American flags, thank our military, and read biographies and history books of our Founding Fathers!
Be determined to be Proud to be an AMERICAN.
Breathe deep. Stretch. Reach out and support this great land as TOGETHER UNITED as ONE NATION we will go forward guided by the Constitution , the Declaration of Independence, the Founding Fathers, and yes, even the Pilgrims.
I am looking forward to Veteran's Day! A day to Honor and give due respect to our Veterans!
I am looking forward to Thanksgiving! A day set aside giving thanks to God and His mercy! A day of awe , of wonder, of food, of tradition, of football, of family....Thank you Lord for this great Nation!
I am looking forward to Christmas....A non traditional theme this year~ Decking the halls in RED WHITE AND BLUE! Patriotic Songs and Christmas Carols, Eagles and Flags and Jesus! Oh Yeah!!
I am looking forward to the cold days of January...
As a new leader, a new president takes office as he accepts the task and challenges ahead ENCOURAGING and REBUILDING America.
God Bless Each of you who took the time to read to the end of this early morning chatter.
To the Republic! One Nation Under God! United!
God Bless America!

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Tuesday, November 8, 2016

America is Speaking

America Speaking.
It is written in the WORD that they who call upon His Name shall be saved.
America is calling~ JESUS.
Therefore as it is written so shall America be saved. The WORD changes not, Jesus is the same yesterday, today and forever. He doesn't lie, therefore as America and any other nation calls upon His Name they shall be saved.
America Speaking.
It is written in the WORD that it is His desire that none shall perish.
His desire is that ALL shall live and prosper~ including the unborn.
America is speaking LIFE and Life more abundantly~ including the unborn.
America Speaking
America is calling~ JESUS.
Jesus, we come now before you this day broken and wounded knowing that at a single WORD we are restored and walking within Your desires, Your destiny for this nation.
It is written, that it is Your desire that none shall perish, and within the none America is included. It is also written that where 2 are gathered in Your Name You are there among them....America has gathered at Your feet.
America Speaking.
It is written, every nation, tongue and tribe shall hear and know the Name of Jesus and the message of the Gospel. America is the World's melting pot, almost every nation, tongue and tribe has crossed our borders and many now call America home. America has historically gone to nations during their time of need from this day forward as a nation, America shall go forth led and directed by Jesus and He alone and not those seeking fame or recognition.Therefore, it is now time to lift our voices in song praising the King of Kings!
America Speaking
We lift our banners high this day in worship and song praising the King of Kings! Jesus! JESUS! JESUS! JESUS! We give thanks to the King of Kings who allows us to sit at His feet in worship. We rejoice knowing that PEACE like a river shall flow once more from sea to shining sea. And across our land, LOVE has found a dwelling place.
America Speaking
To the nations we speak LIFE!
America has called upon the Name of Jesus!
Glory to God! Therefore the armies of heaven have been released upon your behalf! The King of Kings! The Lord strong and mighty! JESUS is riding upon His horse leading the way!!!
Glory! Thank you JESUS!!! You alone are LORD of this Nation, JESUS is LORD! JESUS is the Banner over America and the Banner over America is LOVE! Glory! Thanks You JESUS!!!!!!

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Monday, November 7, 2016

Out of the Box!

What Box? Living a Creative Life

Welcome! The journey is certain to be filled with excitement, adventure, joy and delight combined with an occasional mess, heartbreak or struggle. Embracing Creativity and escaping 'the box' takes Courage. 

Here at," What Box? Living a Creative Life", You will find Encouragement to take the steps and actions to embrace Your inner most desires. You will be challenged to Explore, Experiment, Exhausting every possibility as You Embrace and Thrive, Living a Creative Life.

Who benefits from Your Creative Life? We all do!
Every segment of the global population exists and is driven by Creativity and by Leaders willing to think "out of the box" beyond the status quo.

My story. I've held many titles in the past yet at each position my role has been best described by others as Creative, Artistic, Leader, Encourager, Nurturing. I thrive on asking questions, grasping the 'big' picture, problem solving with multiple solutions, embracing individuals while releasing them to their highest potential. I am an artist, a creative being constantly asking questions as I explore this life on planet earth.I was freed from boxes through a series of events...but this is not about me.

What Box? Living a Creative Life
I am here for You!

Carol

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