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Lord, Help Me!

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I woke up feeling totally overwhelmed and stressed out about everything and I stumbled upon this devotional that hit home. It was exactly what I needed to hear in that moment and made me think, maybe there's someone else out there who is also struggling or having a tough day and could use a little encouragement too. So here ya go, I share this with you because hey, we're all on difficult yet separate paths together, right? Hopefully it brings you some comfort or inspiration like it did for me. Remember, we've got this! Taken from:  Proverbs31.org Devotions My son slumped into the car with a loud sigh, harshly plopping his backpack onto the back seat. “Mom, I wrote ‘help me’ on my paper at school today.” My concerned eyes met his in the rearview mirror. “Who were you asking to help you?” “I was asking God.” My heart ached because I understood the desperation wrapped inside those two little words: Help me. I, too, had recently prayed several “help me” prayers. Maybe you’ve do...

Salty About Vacations

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In full transparency, I have to temporarily put folks on Facebook snooze, specifically in the summertime. It’s because I can't help but feel a twinge of saltiness when I see other people post selfies with the caption “BEACH BOUND!” or a photo of having coffee as the sun is rising over the ocean, all the while I fight to break free from the endless demands of my daily life. The envy I feel towards those of you lucky enough to escape your responsibilities only magnifies MY feelings of entrapment and limitations. It's a constant reminder of what I can't do, virtually rubbing salt in the wound of my inability to ever get or catch the opportunity for a break. You folks keep traveling and keep posting and I will be sitting over here in the mediocrity and stagnation of my bland existence, completely void of excitement, while your exhilarating experiences reduce my dreams and wishes to nothingness. Here I am, tossing all of my daydreams and desires out the window just wishing I cou...

Rapidly Turning Circles In An Airplane Bathroom

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Rapidly turning circles in an airplane bathroom. That’s what life feels like for me. I’ve become a punching bag for the universe. I always seem to feel like I am operating in crisis mode. Every breath feels like an anchor, every movement a burden. This last month has been brutal .      B - R - U - T - A - L❗  I learned a long time ago to never ask, “what next??!!” because without doubt, I am going to find out. Bad days, bad times. I know we've all been here. Most people visit. I, however, have seemed to take up residence! Can I get a tax credit for this fixer upper that’s my life? ANTYyone personally know Chip and Joanna and are willing to call them to see what miracles they can work with this mess that’s currently my life? It’s an overwhelming carnival of disappointment and frustration to which I am considering selling tickets. Drinks, popcorn and cotton candy will be extra. I know life can be tough but seriously, ALL THE TIME ??? It feels like life is just out to ...