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SOMETIMES I’M IN A FUNK

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in a funk

It’s true that sometimes I’m in a funk, but aside from all that negative connotation, here comes enlightenment.

We think we’re disgruntled, or discouraged, or disappointed. Maybe we’re depressed, or simply not eating right, or resting well. Sure. I get that.

But this time, all of the above were the result of unrealistic expectations, comparisons and possibly a tad bit of jealousy.

One of my friend’s blogs about political revelations.  Another teaches healing.  Then there’s another posting encouragement every day without fail.

And here I am off on my own meandering trail, scrambling up one foot-hold to the next, and then hearing Father say I should stop and smell the roses!  Really?!?  I’m not even keeping up the tail-end of this adventure and You want me to slow down?

What kind of business-woman/writer/mystic am I?  A flake in the midst of giants?

Ah well in spite of my thoughts, there’s that reflection in His eyes.  And as I stare wide-eyed, He says, “You’re exactly who I made you to be – and you’re doing it perfectly!”

I saw our moments of revelation, along-side days of smiles and laughter.  Hmm, I grin at the truth that I live perfection in paradise, and I love it beyond a sea-side hut on a Caribbean isle, or a South American tour through the mountains, jungles and pampas.  Oh and btw, those are two of my favorite wishes.

But here I am in the foothills of Colorado, facing rock cliffs and majestic sunsets, stargazing beside a fire, and kicking back a cold one with friends on the deck.  This paradise rivals my best wishing.

He has bested me once again, and I have no excuse.

Are my associates more content than I am?  I doubt it.  Do they feel as fulfilled as I do?  Hmm, I’ll have to ask them – lol.

Wow! Well, then who needs more affirmation than Father’s view of perfection? I’m doing “me” perfectly, He says. Ha!  Isn’t that a kick in the pants?

Momma always said, “I’m a jack of all trades and a master of none.” Well, Momma, “I’m a master at one – being me. And I have it on the best of authority that I’m doing it perfectly.”

I have a very strong suspicion that you are too.

8 thoughts on “SOMETIMES I’M IN A FUNK”

    1. Thank you, Ken. I like you, too. And yes, forward is the only way to go. Blessings!

  2. Love your post. It speaks loud to me in this season of new challenges. I am surrounded by muscle men in my field and stepping into the gym for the first time. Time and time again, I hear the same message. Be loved, Beloved. BE. He smiles a lot. I am blessed.
    Colorado mountains? Sounds heavenly. God bless you.

    1. Thank you for your words, and for your blog. He also tells me “enjoy what you do and I’ll take care of the rest”. Blessings!

  3. There’s so much about this that has been a conversation between Papa and me of late. I have felt surrounded by giants and yet I’m one of the weakest links.

    Why do we set ourselves up to fail with all these comparisons of other people’s journey’s. It isn’t a competition. We aren’t competing, we’re simply companions with our own journeys.

    We ARE doing it perfectly! Who else could be me in this life?

    Thanks for sharing your journey with me –

  4. Ah… We always seem to be our worst critic! I love your honesty and transparency. Hard not to compare to others when the light shines so brightly and we feel we are in the dark. Yet we are the only ones who can complete the assignment we have been given, even when it is vague or sometimes even unknown. Shine on sweet mountain woman of God. Let the glory of the rays of hope fill the heavens with your life…your love … Your worship.

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