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So I'm convinced there's just way too much negative environment in this world. I'm not talking about what's going on the WORLD, although that's very concerning and a matter of grave attention and prayer. I'm talking about in the lives of individuals. Seriously, can we talk?

I hear of people around me all the time whose dreams are being shot down every day. I have a pretty good support system in my family, church, and friends. It always surprises me when I see someone who has NO ONE telling them "You can do it!" More often than not they get, "What do you think you're doing? That won't work. Who do you think you are? You think you're better than us? Why do you even want to do that? and the list goes on and on, ad nauseum.

I've learned in my advanced years that you can't please some people. Ever. Boy do I know it. Yes, there's a story there, but since I'm past it, not gonna share it. The point is, we have to get over that. More importantly, we must surround ourselves with people who believe in us, and believe with us that the dreams God placed in our hearts are important, doable, and worthwhile. Those folks are hard to find sometimes, I know.

I was talking to some young friends recently about this. I listened to them talk about their dreams, and in the same conversation they talked about the obstacles. People. Made me want to start a Dream Team Club or something. It would go something like this:

"The meeting of the Dream Team Achievers Club come to order. Could I have a report from the World Traveler Dreamers? What? You did not apply for your passport yet? Get on the stick, folks, you can do it! Can't go to Ireland without a passport. Go over to the computer and print it out right now. Fill it out right now. Did you start the Trip Savings Account yet? Great!" (whoops and cheers all around the room).

"Now, let's hear from the Published Authors Dreamers. How many pages did you write this week? Did you research agents and publishers in your genre? Did you go to your critique group?" We'd celebrate every step taken, no matter how small.

Same for those wanting to go to college, learn a new language, etc. Just 'get on the stick' encouragement and praise. I don't know, whatever people need. Sort of sounds like the definition of 'friend', doesn't it? Anyway, just spilling from my heart.

By the way, all you dreamers, I highly recommend Bro. Duane Sheriff's message called Dreamrunners: Putting Legs to God's Dream for You. It's a free download, or you can order a free cd.

What is standing in the way of accomplishing your dreams?

Which is yes.

I thank God for this most
amazing day;
for the leaping greenly
spirits of trees
and a blue true dream of sky;
and for everything
which is natural, which is
infinite, which is yes.

e. e. cummings

2 Corinthians 1:20 
For no matter how many promises God has made, they are “Yes” in Christ. And so through him the “Amen” is spoken by us to the glory of God.

What YES are you looking for this week?

4 Things You Can Still Do in Your Fifties

A fifty-something friend of mine shared with me some good news. She's getting married! We jumped and cried like kids for the pure joy of it. We discussed how much fun we've had since turning 50. Got me thinking...

1.You can still pursue your dreams:) Box up all those old accomplishments and stick 'em up in a closet for your grandchildren to oooh and ahhh over some day. Brush off and polish up all those dreams and go after them!

2. You can still start fresh.  Like Anne of Green Gables said, "Tomorrow is a new day with no mistakes in it." The steadfast love of the Lord never ceases, His mercies never come to an end. They are new every morning. Make things right, start over, TODAY!

3. You can still have fun. My friend Yolie went mountain climbing with her family this weekend. She hadn't gone in 20 years. She's as sore as all get out today, but she had fun! Try something new. I mean it. Right now.

4. You can still learn something new. I've been watching some 50-somethings take computer classes this week. Always wanted to learn a foreign language, fly a plane, cook gourmet? Do it. Why not?

I bet you can add to this list. Go ahead. I can't wait:)

Taking Back Monday

 

 

“You are never too old to set another goal or to dream a new dream.” C. S. Lewis

Your thoughts?

 

 

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