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MaMaBuddha 02-20-2001 11:14 PM

Venting.....
 
hey sorors and SF's, BF's,

before i vent i would like to thank the Lord all mighty for helping me to wake up this morning.

now, i realize that forum is for the positive sorors, SF's and BF's and i consider myself to be very positive person....but why is it the negatives outweight the positives???? http://www.greekchat.com/forums/ubb/confused.gif

first, i would like to start off with my arrival to work. the day starts out medicore...it's cloudy and blah, halfway through a busy day my boss comes into my office for a meeting, in the meeting he tells me that due to extreme budget cuts he will to let me go, but wants me to work on weekends and during projects events. he also goes into how bright and intelligent and i shouldn't have a hard time finding another job, he thinks i am extremely over qualified for this job.

now as he is talking i am getting pissed off, because i think this is bullshiznit. he is giving me this your-over-qualified,-you-can-do-something-better, you-shouldn't-have-a-problem-finding-a-job speech, with this fake mona lisa grin.

i've heard it before!!! http://www.greekchat.com/forums/ubb/mad.gif

then like a good little employee i agree with him saying to myself i can find something better, but inside i am steaming.

plus on top of that... i get home and every bill i've ever accumulated sitting on my bed saying i need to be paid urgently.

on top of that... graduating seems like it's getting further and further away. two more classes to go and for some reason i can't register into either of them. those d*mn auditors. do seniors not have priority anymore?

on top of that... i have an anal retentive roommate who faithfully keeps a painfully clean apartment. OK...there is nothing wrong with a clean apartment but how i keep my bedroom is my business, right?????

on top of that... looking for an apartment in NYC is RIDICULOUS....can we say $1000 to $1500 for a tiny room that everytime you turn around your either in the the bedroom of the living or the kitchen....AT THE SAME TIME!!! with no parking space, or laundry/dryer nearby. *sigh* http://www.greekchat.com/forums/ubb/frown.gif

we won't get into my love life....which is....well i won't say!!

sometimes i just want to just throw my hands up in the air and get in the bed and lie there

i can honestly say the only thing in my life that brings a smile to my face is my little 2 month year old sister. staring into those big brown eyes is enough to make the meanest person smile. she has the cutest little lips that curl up into a smile when she is sleeping. http://www.greekchat.com/forums/ubb/smile.gif


does anyone have any encouraging words or advice to help me make it through these next few weeks?

geeez, i have a headache.


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[This message has been edited by MaMaBuddha (edited February 20, 2001).]

Ideal08 02-21-2001 12:00 AM

MaMaBuddha, I sent you an email. http://www.greekchat.com/forums/ubb/smile.gif

PrettyPetite 02-21-2001 12:01 AM

Hope you don't mind me responding.... :-)

It may be hard to see things like this now, but try to remember that EVERYTHING happens for a reason. For all you know, a bomb a$$ job could be waiting for you. Remember, God never gives us more than we can handle.

And Girl, I feel you on the graduation thang. I was supposed to graduate this semester, but the ONE credit that I needed to pass in order to get into my final student teaching (which is twelve credit hours), well, my supervising teacher at the local public school didn't teach me what she was supposed to while I was doing that portion of my internship. So, PrettyPetite's advisor, (who also gives the grades for that ONE CREDIT)...tells her that she will receive an incomplete, and must redo Part I of her internship. I was upset then, but now I'm grateful b/c I got a master teacher that is the best, and is teaching me things that the other lady refused to. Plus, I'm taking a bunch of b.s. GPA booster classes. (read=easy A's)

Basically what I am trying to say is that things may look bad now, but give it some time, and the reasons why these things happened will surely come into view....and remember, all of this is only going to make you stronger. :-)

Hope this helps!


Sincerely,
PrettyPetite

MaMaBuddha 02-21-2001 12:09 AM

thanks prettypetite,

*looking for the strengh*

where is it?

*sigh*

is greekchat hiring?????



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Someday 02-21-2001 12:41 AM

The strength you're searching for is within. You're just a little discouraged right now. In my opinion, overcoming the most difficult problems bring us closer to reaching our goals. Personally, It is only after conquering obstacles that I feel most accomplished. I hope what I am trying to say is helpful, because this is the way in which it is intended to sound http://www.greekchat.com/forums/ubb/wink.gif

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Conspiracy2 02-21-2001 12:47 AM

I sent you an email Soror

CONTENTASCANBE 02-21-2001 03:32 AM

[QUOTE]Originally posted by MaMaBuddha:
[B]hey sorors and SF's, BF's,

on top of that... looking for an apartment in NYC is RIDICULOUS....can we say $1000 to $1500 for a tiny room that everytime you turn around your either in the the bedroom of the living or the kitchen....AT THE SAME TIME!!! with no parking space, or laundry/dryer nearby. *sigh* http://www.greekchat.com/forums/ubb/frown.gif

Eventhough you are angry you can still make someone laugh.


i can honestly say the only thing in my life that brings a smile to my face is my little 2 month year old sister. staring into those big brown eyes is enough to make the meanest person smile. she has the cutest little lips that curl up into a smile when she is sleeping. http://www.greekchat.com/forums/ubb/smile.gif

Children they are so special and can brightens anyones day.

does anyone have any encouraging words or advice to help me make it through these next few weeks?

I read this on another forum and I thought you needed this.

It's In the Valley I Grow

Sometimes life seems hard to bear,
Full of sorrow, trouble, and woe
It's then I have to remember
That it's in the valleys I grow.

I do not understand
Why things happen as they do,
But I am very sure of one thing
My Lord will see me through.

Forgive me Lord, for co,plaining
When I'm feeling so very low.
Just give me a gentle reminder
That it's in the valleys I grow.

Continue to strengthen me, Lord
And use my life each day
To share your love with others
And help them find their way.

If I always stayed on teh mountain top
And never experienced pain,
I would never appreciate God's love
And would be living in vain
My Lord will se me through.


I hope everything goes well. God has a plan for you and he is waiting for you to claim it. So do not be discouraged because something better is waiting for you. We all experience things in our life that may set us back or change something, but God will never let his children suffer and be without anything. I know that you will talk to the Lord about this and he will make a way.

Good Luck.


CrimsonTide4 02-21-2001 09:45 AM

Yesterday must have been the day for the blues because i was feeling them too. Lately I feel more blues than i feel the REDS (i just decided to name the happies that). . . Anyway bills are piling up, loans from taking a 5th year in school, no man, the man I want is giving me the YOU MAKE ME SICK, HELL WIT YA blues. . . .Anyway I just read this and had to go find something my best friend sent to me 2 years ago. It's from Yesterday I Cried from Iyanla who oddly enough I refuse to read her books but hope this poem will help you and so many others who are going through.

YESTERDAY I CRIED

I came home, went straight to my room, sat on the edge of my bed, kicked off my shoes, unhooked my bra, and I had myself a good cry.
I'm telling you, I cried until my nose was running all over the silk blouse I got on sale. I cried until my ears were hot. I cried until my head was hurting so bad that I could hardly see the pile of soiled tissues lying on the floor at my feet. I want you to understand, I had myself a really good cry yesterday.

Yesterday, I cried, for all the days that I was too busy, or too tired, or too mad to cry. I cried for all the days, and the ways, and all the times I had dishonored, disrespected, and disconnected my self from myself, only to have it reflected back to me in the ways others did to me the same things I had already done to myself. I cried for all the things I had given, only to have them stolen; for all the things I had asked for that had yet to show up; for all the things I had accomplished only to give them away, to people in circumstances, which left me feeling empty, and battered and plain old used. I cried because there really does come a time when the only thing left for you to do is cry.

Yesterday I cried.

I cried because little boys get left by their daddies; and little girls get forgotten by their mommies; and daddies don't know what to do so they leave; and mommies get left so they get mad.

I cried because I had a little boy, and because I was a little girl, and because I was a mommy who didn't know what to do, and because I wanted my daddy to be there for me so badly until I ached. Yesterday I cried.

I cried because I hurt. I cried because I was hurt. I cried because hurt has no place to go except deeper in the pain that caused it in the frst place, and when it gets there, the hurt wakes you up. I cried because it was too late. I cried because it was time. I cried because my soul knew that I didn't know that my soul knew everything I needed to know. I cried a soulful cry yesterday, and it felt good. It felt so very, very bad. I'm in the midst of my crying, I felt my freedom coming, because YESTERDAY I CRIED with an agenda.


I hope this helps, there are also songs I listen to in my times of sorrow, anger, confusion, frustration, disappointment, loneliness, despair, etc.

Songs:
I Told the Storm by Greg O'Quin
That's Why I Praise You by Kurt Carr
I am God by Donald Lawrence
For the Good of Them by Milton Brunson
I Tried Him and I Know Him by Milton Brunson
More than I can Bear by God's Property
Free by Kirk Franklin and One Nation Crew
God is Trying to Tell You Something - Color Purple Soundtrack

These songs can all be found on Napster, feel free to download them http://www.greekchat.com/forums/ubb/biggrin.gif

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MaMaBuddha 02-21-2001 09:46 AM

Someday and Contentascanbe...thank you for the encouraging words.

i am trying to keep a light attitude, before i lose my mind.


mccoyred 02-21-2001 09:55 AM

Soror MaMaBuddha, the Creator never gives you more than you can handle.

While your boss' words were BS, the point is that this opens you up for a more fulfilling job opportunity. Dig into that rolodex, girl!

This may also be an opportunity to move to a less expensive, less congested area. Can we say JERSEY! Can we say SINGLE!

I have gone thru some major transitions in the past year. The things that kept me going were PRAYER and the knowledge that what doesn't kill you makes you stronger.

God Bless, Soror.

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MaMaBuddha 02-21-2001 09:58 AM

Soror CrimsonTide4,

thank you...i spent last night listening to stevie wonder's "never dreamed you'd leave in a summer" it was on repeat for an hour.

i've own several Iyanla Books and never really sat down and focused on them. her books are so encouraging. now i will have the time to read them in deepth.

i plan on using this brief period to meditate and concentrate on school.


MaMaBuddha 02-21-2001 10:12 AM

thank you soror mccoyred,

i am praying a lot these days, i just don't wanna call on the Lord only when i need something. (i admit i've been doing that lately) i think sometimes we can get like that. when something goes wrong, we go hollaring for the Lord instead of giving him 100% ALL the time.

Jersey sounds good right about now.

no more shopping sprees....no more VIP's... http://www.greekchat.com/forums/ubb/frown.gif


for now....



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12dn94dst 02-21-2001 11:02 AM

Yesterday must have been the day for having the blues (I was crankier than normal myself) because today is full of inspiration to keep on. http://www.greekchat.com/forums/ubb/biggrin.gif My best friend from college sent me this today:

Did you know that an eagle knows when a storm is approaching long before it breaks? The eagle will fly to some high spot and wait for the winds to come.

When the storm hits, it sets its wings so that the wind will pick it up and lift it above the storm. While the storm rages below, the eagle is soaring above it.

The eagle does not escape the storm. It simply uses the storm to lift it higher. It rises on the winds that bring the storm.

When the storms of life come upon us - and all of us will experience them - we can rise above them by setting our minds and our belief toward God. The storms do not have to overcome us. We can allow God's power to lift us above them.

God enables us to ride the winds of the storm that bring sickness, tragedy, failure and disappointment in our lives. We can soar above the storm.

Remember, it is not the burdens of life that weigh us down, it is how we handle them.

The Bible says, "Those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles." Isaiah 40:31

Reds695 02-21-2001 12:04 PM

[QUOTE]Originally posted by CrimsonTide4:
[B]Yesterday must have been the day for the blues because i was feeling them too. Lately I feel more blues than i feel the REDS (i just decided to name the happies that). . . Anyway bills are piling up, loans from taking a 5th year in school, no man, the man I want is giving me the YOU MAKE ME SICK, HELL WIT YA blues.

Soror, Dang (trying not to curse) I was feeling the same way yesterday. Although I'm no longer in school but those student loan payments are no joke! And your man must be brothers with the man I want because I'm going through the same thing. Don't they know there's nothing like a Delta women! http://www.greekchat.com/forums/ubb/biggrin.gif
But with all that we got to keep positive and stay strong. At least we know we are not alone. And this goes out to all my Sorors I'm here for you if you need me in any way. Ma I'm sending you an email.

CrimsonTide4 02-21-2001 12:20 PM

[quote]Originally posted by Reds695:
[b]
Quote:

Originally posted by CrimsonTide4:
Yesterday must have been the day for the blues because i was feeling them too. Lately I feel more blues than i feel the REDS (i just decided to name the happies that). . . Anyway bills are piling up, loans from taking a 5th year in school, no man, the man I want is giving me the YOU MAKE ME SICK, HELL WIT YA blues.

Soror, Dang (trying not to curse) I was feeling the same way yesterday. Although I'm no longer in school but those student loan payments are no joke! And your man must be brothers with the man I want because I'm going through the same thing. Don't they know there's nothing like a Delta women! http://www.greekchat.com/forums/ubb/biggrin.gif
But with all that we got to keep positive and stay strong. At least we know we are not alone. And this goes out to all my Sorors I'm here for you if you need me in any way. Ma I'm sending you an email.

Girl the only brothers he has is those DANG ON ALPHAS (LOL) but yes he needs to realize like Mary said, I am the only woman he needs http://www.greekchat.com/forums/ubb/wink.gif

Honey, my loans are sky high and i have co workers constantly telling me I can afford to buy a house!!!!!! http://www.greekchat.com/forums/ubb/confused.gif HOW when some days I have to budget to buy a loaf of bread and put gas in my car?????? People are a trip trying to tell me how to handle my $$ flow. OOOPs this is Mamabuddha's time to vent.


#1 Leading Lady 02-21-2001 12:22 PM

Hey Soror!!!

Just a few words of encouragement for you today....

*First -Pray About It!!! Not to preach or anything but God is a Good God and he is Worthy to be Praised. Know that God has something BETTER in store for you and what God has for YOU no one can come between that!!! With your bills Soror pay what you can on each then make arrangements...Make It Happen!!! Soror you know if I wan't broke I would lend you the money!!!!! :P
*Second- Your boss was right...You may be over-qualified see your are a DevaSTating Diva of Delta Sigma Theta so that puts you definitely ahead of all the others in the qualifications department. OOOOO-OP Keep your head high and strive for EXCELLENCE!! Remember Delta's don't make excuses we make Solutions!!

*Third- Soror if you Believe It You Can Achieve It!!!!

Hope you feel better. If you need someone to talk to Soror you can always email me!!

Love in Delta!!!



[This message has been edited by #1 Leading Lady (edited May 03, 2001).]

toocute 02-21-2001 02:07 PM


MamaBuddha,

Do a search in the AKA Forum for a thread called OVERWHELMED. Someone posted that they had the blues last year and so many people came to her rescue with bible verses, poems, and kind words. I printed this thread, gave a copy to my Mom and I keep a copy at work. It is truly the most inspirational thread I've ever seen and I take it out and read it when I need it.

Take Care,
Toocute

CrimsonTide4 02-21-2001 06:27 PM

I received this in an e-mail twice and the second I will pass it on to whoever needs to read it:

1. Calm down, shut-up, and quit trippin'! Psalms 46:10
- "Be still and know that I am God." So many times we make situations more than they are due to our anxiety. CALM DOWN! God has your life under control. He knows
how to handle even the seemingly
complex situation with ease.

Then, SHUT UP! Stop having pity parties and talking about your problems all the time. Don't you know that the power of death and life is in the tongue? Stop speaking negative things into existence in your life.

QUIT TRIPPIN'! When you look at your situations through your eyes, you often read more into the situation than what's there. It's not as bad as you think.

2. Be courageous! 2 Timothy 1:7 - "For God hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of Love, and of a sound mind." Fear is not of God. Have the courage to step out on faith and do the seemingly impossible.

Start your own business, go into the ministry, apply for that promotion -- anything that you've been afraid
to do and you know that God has called you to do -DO!

3. Have confidence! Philippians 4:13 - "I can do all things through Christ which strengthens me." Remember, greater is He that's within you than he that's in the world. You have the power of the most
High God working in you and you have His Son
steadily making intercession for you. You have nothing to worry about! Walk with your head up! You say you have low self-esteem; somebody told you that you'd never amount to anything -- the devil is a liar!

Know that you are somebody not because Jesus said it, but because you are a child of The King!

4. Walk in the victory! Romans 8:28 - "And we know that all things work together for good to them that love! God, to them who are the called according to His purpose." Do I need to say anything else? The jury has
been out and the verdict is in - YOU WIN!
In your finances - YOU WIN!
On your job - YOU WIN!
In your relationships - YOU WIN!
In your health - YOU WIN!

God has already worked it out for you. It may not come the way you think it should come, but remember - CALM DOWN, SHUT UP, AND QUIT TRIPPIN'! He's working It out for your good.

MaMaBuddha 02-21-2001 07:50 PM

http://www.greekchat.com/forums/ubb/smile.gif

crimsontide4,

the Lord Speaks in mysterious ways, huh?


CrimsonTide4 02-21-2001 08:53 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by MaMaBuddha:
http://www.greekchat.com/forums/ubb/smile.gif

crimsontide4,

the Lord Speaks in mysterious ways, huh?



Yes HE does, here I am trying to cheer you up and provide comfort to you in your time of need and he is using your trials to speak to me in my time of trials. Thanks for Venting http://www.greekchat.com/forums/ubb/biggrin.gif

MaMaBuddha 02-21-2001 10:30 PM

soror CT4,

thank you for making me smile and laugh.

thanks to all the sorors and SF's that sent encouraging words and poems to me, they indeed have lifted my spirits forced me to think about my potential.

i know that, that man above is in my corner as long as i don't give up hope and it is up to me to use this time to my advantage.

and as soror leading lady so truthfully stated...

*Second- Your boss was right...You may be over-qualified see your are a DevaSTing Diva of Delta Sigma Theta so that puts you definitely ahead of all the others in the qualifications department. OOOOO-OP Keep your head high and strive for EXCELLENCE!! Remember Delta's don't make excuses we make Solutions!!




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RENEEDST_22 02-21-2001 10:48 PM

Soror,

In the Words of a Very Wise Woman! http://www.greekchat.com/forums/ubb/wink.gif

"Just Don't give up trying to do what you really want to do.

Where there's love and inspiration, I don't think you can go wrong"

- Ella Fitzgerald-




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crimsonsoror1913 02-27-2001 12:09 AM

Soror,
Sometimes the blues gets to much for me to handle as well. The only thing I can suggest, is that when GOD closes one door, another surely will open. He's preparing you for something greater to come your way. Sit back and be at peace sista' and marvel in your blessings.

Keep your head up!

Crimsonsoror1913
Who pledged Delta?
Only the Best; those who failed pledged the rest.

CrimsonTide4 03-22-2001 08:27 PM

I wanted to bring this back to the top and share this with those who read it.

Remember the five simple rules to be happy:

1. Free your heart from hatred.
2. Free your mind from worries.
3. Live simply.
4. Give more.
5. Expect less.
No one can go back and make a brand new start. Anyone can start from now and make a brand new ending. God didn't promise days without pain, laughter without sorrow,
sun without rain, but He did promise strength for the day, comfort for the tears, and light for the way.

Disappointments are like road humps, they slow you down a bit but you enjoy the smooth road afterwards. Don't stay on the humps too long. Move on!

When you feel down because you didn't get what you want, just sit tight and be happy, because God has thought of something better to give you.

When something happens to you, good or bad, consider what it means. There's a purpose to life's events, to teach you how to laugh more or not to cry too hard.

You can't make someone love you, all you can do is be someone who can be loved, the rest is up to the person to realize your worth.

It's better to lose your pride to the one you love, than to lose the one you love because of pride. We spend too much time looking for the right person to love or finding fault with those we already love, when instead we should be perfecting the love we give.

Never abandon an old friend. You will never find one who can take his place. Friendship is like wine, it gets better as it grows older.

Inquisitive 03-22-2001 09:45 PM

ALL THE TIME GOD IS GOOD AND GOD IS GOOD ALL THE TIME!!!!!!!!!!
A few weeks ago my mother detected a lump in her breast. After a series of tests they found out that it was in fact a tumor, however, today we found out that it was benign. I'm so happy and I know that God is looking out for me and my family. I continued to pray for a good outcome and look at the bright side of things even though I was worried about my mom possibly having to battle cancer. I just thank him for letting her be alright and keeping her here on earth with me a little while longer because no matter how old you get you never stop needing your mom!!!! *l* Thanks for letting me share!

Inquisitive

BrooklynDread 03-25-2001 04:04 PM

First CALM down.
Second I hope your are NOT looking for an apartment in Manhattan, come to Brooklyn.
Remember though Bk is big so you really have
look hard to find something decent. Some
areas are expensive,but the rooms are BIG.
So I hope you have a good pair of sneakers. And If you need a hug your little sis gives it unconditionally.

MD2BE 03-29-2001 02:36 AM

Greetings,

I have not been visiting GC much lately because I no longer have access to it at work and I'm usually too tired when I get home to read the posts http://www.greekchat.com/forums/ubb/frown.gif One of my co-workers sent me this email and I thought that I'd share it with you guys. It's a little long but here it is http://www.greekchat.com/forums/ubb/biggrin.gif

This was too good for me not to share. It blessed my soul, and I truly
pray that this is something that will arrive just in the nick of time for
someone else:-)

Dear One:

You've been on my mind and heart. I see you struggling and planning, worrying and sweating, crying and running, at a furious pace. You're trying to move that mountain by yourself again, huh?

God asks that we cast all our cares on Him because He cares. Think about what your worrying says to God when you refuse to give things over to Him.
When you worry about money, you're telling Him that He is unable to provide for His
children ... that although He has riches beyond belief in Heaven, He is too stingy to share them with you.

When you worry that no one understands you, you're telling Him that although He has been with you since before you were formed in the womb, and has carved you into the palm of His hand, He doesn't know you.

When you worry that you will not have enough food, you're telling Him that although He rained down bread from Heaven in the desert to feed His children,you are the one He's forgotten.

When you worry that your enemies will have victory over you, you're telling God that although He has given you spiritual battle gear to defend yourself, that despite His track record of being a giant slayer, Red Sea divider, lion mouth closer and a furnace cooler, He can't handle your co-worker, your neighbor or a former friend.

When you worry that your children have decided to follow the world instead of
your example, you're telling God that He doesn't keep His promises.... That despite the fact that you have raised them up in the way they should go,they'll stray because basically, He lied.

When you worry because the doctors told you that children are impossible, that a cure is impossible, that healing is impossible, you're telling Him that this world controls your fate. You're saying that prayer time with Him is merely something to pass the time. You're saying that although He can raise the dead, make a virgin conceive, open the womb of a woman well past eighty, heal a 12 year issue of blood, make the blind see and the lame walk, He can't help
you.

When you worry that you won't be able to do enough to earn forgiveness, you're telling Him "that's ok Lord, no need for Your Son to die, I can earn my own forgiveness." Let's just act like Jesus never died, and tell Him
never mind, that He doesn't need to go to the cross.

When you worry that no one will love you, that you'll be lonely for the rest of your life, you're telling Him that His love is insufficient...that He couldn't possibly love you enough to ward away loneliness. You're saying that although He has promised life more abundantly, He was lying....that despite the fact that He started off saying that it is not good that we be alone, He's changed His mind.

When you worry and refuse to give the problem over to Him, you're telling Him
that although He could create the world, He can't handle what's going on in your world, so you will. You are saying that He won't work things out, that obstacles cannot be overcome, that mountains can't be climbed, that healing cannot occur, that what is lost will not be found, that joy does not come in the morning, that He is not the God of a second chance, that the promised land has been swallowed up by the desert, that you have discovered the height, depth and width of His love and found it to fall short of your needs.

Think about all that you're saying to the one who loves you the most and who has all power, really think about it. Then open you hands and release what you've been holding onto. Bow down on your knees and ask Him to forgive you for doubting Him. Walk away with a peaceful heart and note the footsteps
that go before you to make the crooked places straight, a way in the wilderness, and
later springing forth in the desert.

"Stand in a stream with waters around your ankles. The waters that pass by you at that moment, you will never see again. So it is with the misery that has challenged your life...let it go, let it pass away."

T.D. Jakes

MaMaBuddha 03-29-2001 04:52 PM

i'd like to thank everyone for their encouraging words!!!!

i am currently interviewing for a position as a teacher for students with disabilities. it is a long process with verifying but a worthy one. wish me luck. all my information is in (references, program visits and doctor visits).

i am also looking for a new crib (slang for apartment) in the downtown brooklyn area and in manhattan...

my time on the internet is coming to a close...i will not be around as much, but i will stop by and visit as much as i can.


thank you sorors and sisterfriends.




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Imaginer un métro rempli avec les anges tombés...

CrimsonTide4 03-29-2001 06:52 PM

CONGRATS MAMABUDDHA on your NEW JOB!! I am claiming that job for you.

Here is something my mom sent me yesterday that I want to share with anyone who is going through.

March 28

I open my heart and mind to be aware…I must believe

that whatever it is, I can handle it.

You have earned the right to be exactly where you are. Whatever, the situation, circumstances, predicament or challenges that face you at this very moment, you have earned the divine right to be where you are. You have earned the right to go through what you are going through based on the way you got through, got over, went around or handled a similar situation. You learned something then that you can surely use now. Think about it! You have already demonstrated your ability to get up. You have clearly exhibited your desire to get over. You have made it perfectly clear that you can handle the rough times and hard stuff as you navigated through the tight places. Now you have the opportunity to demonstrate how your skills have improved.

With all that you have been through, have been challenged by, have confronted and have overcome, you have earned the right to live with this, make it through this, overcome this and benefit from the divine opportunity that now stands before you. Think about it! You have always been there for you. You have demonstrated you have what it takes. You know how to make it through the ups and downs, the in's and out's, the good times and the hard times. You have done it before. You will do it again! Why you? Because you are a good student. Why now? Because you have earned the right to do what it takes. Now get to it.

Until today, you may not have realized just how good you are. Just for today, see everything that lies before you as a divine opportunity to remember.

Today I am devoted to reminding myself of the good

I have done and the goodness that I am!

this is reprinted from Until Today by Iyanla Vanzant. I hoped this blessed you as it blessed me.




Salience 03-29-2001 10:58 PM

Here's my vent:
Single friends who want to wallow in being "alone" or "without a man" and jaw your ear off about it, THEN, once they GET a man, you never hear from them! http://www.greekchat.com/forums/ubb/mad.gif Shady.

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The most beautiful thing in the world is, precisely, the conjunction of learning and inspiration.
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LadyNRed 03-30-2001 04:12 PM

Soror,

That job is YOURS!!
GOD said it!!
We claim it!!!
and it is done!!!!

Always remember who got you there!

N'Quisitive
6-OE-99

MaMaBuddha 03-30-2001 05:34 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by LadyNRed:
Soror,

That job is YOURS!!
GOD said it!!
We claim it!!!
and it is done!!!!

Always remember who got you there!

N'Quisitive
6-OE-99

soror,

your are not lying!!!! http://www.greekchat.com/forums/ubb/biggrin.gif

all of my sorors and sisterfriend encouragement!!



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MaMaBuddha

Devastating
Stimulating
Tantalizing
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Imaginer un métro rempli avec les anges tombés...

CrimsonTide4 08-08-2001 12:52 AM

In case someone needed this today.

CrimsonTide4 02-04-2002 08:24 PM

Got the Blues. . .


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