I have been contemplating writing again for quite some time. But somehow the things that are in my head seem much more private than they ever have been before. I was always a girl that put it all out there. No holding back and pretty stinkin' transparent. I've wondered outside of the superficial Facebook type posts just how real I wanted to be on here. What do I want this blog to be? Do I want to lay it all bare for just anyone? I know that the things that sometimes got me through the toughest times were the books and blogs of those that have gone before me and laid it all out there. Sometimes the authors of those books were the only people in the world that understood right where I was. I remember some days weeping in gratitude that someone would be so bold as to share the most intimate details of their darkest days because it meant I wasn't alone.
I guess at the end of the day I need to make a decision. Do I want to hide and keep to myself all the things God has shown me over the last several years? Or do I want to use these experiences God allowed in my life to encourage, to uplift, and to give hope? Sure I can travel to Italy by myself but do I have the courage to do this?
I encourage you to be brave and jump in all the way. God has done much in your life that can encourage others. You can do this for His glory. It's His testimony after all.
ReplyDeleteThere may be a few who have a problem with what you share but, in the end, that is their problem. They can take it up with God.
Personally, I have been enriched by what I've read on your blog. I've learned and laughed and appreciated your openness, faith and talents.
May God bless whatever you choose to do.
And, yes, you do have the courage because of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Phil 4:13
Thank you Gayle. That is very encouraging and I am grateful for your comments. Keep following!
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