The Attitude of Gratitude...

To all of my friends, family, and followers,

I wanted to take the time to let you know just how incredibly special each of you truly are to me. I thank God for your love, encouragement, correction, and truth. We all work together in this big story we call life, giving, receiving, taking, and gifting.

I have battled depression most of my life. I have hidden it well behind many smiles and laughter. I love people and God has given me a great love for souls. Although I may not broadcast or share this illness, bringing attention to myself, I must confess before you my weaknesses. We are to edify and love one another in word and deed. I find pushing myself to choose optimism, and positive thinking, choosing joy and happiness, wearing a smile is a genuine effort to bring this joy to others. In doing so it causes me to be gracious and be thankful, full of praises for the Lord for all His incredibly generous blessings upon us all.

Sometimes smiles hide the deepest of wounds and pains. Jesus' all encompassing ever enduring love causes us to be set free from shame, regrets, and all the chains of bondage of sin. He sets us free, Amen! Calvary was not in vain. Praise His Holy name forever, our precious Jesus our savior and King! Thank Him forevermore for the precious blood shed for our forgiveness and remission from sins. Just remember the smile you give may be all the encouragement someone needs. ;)