Writing

Since the beginning of August I have started a new habit. A good habit. I am writing every morning. It started as a study-following the book or idea called The Artists' Way. Her premise is to wake up and write first thing in the morning. No structure just stream of consiousness-whatever comes to mind. Her idea is that whatever your art form is, be it your job, painting, being a mom, taking this time each morning opens you up to creativity and to being who you are. I admit, I had some doubts. But it has been a really great experience. During this time I am sometimes amazed by what I write-what is in my head and heart that needs to come to the surface. and an introvert it is good for me to get some stuff out of my head. I may not have good words for why it has been good or what I had gained but I am so so glad that I have set this time aside for me each morning. 

Lyrics

This morning at church we sang one of my old RUF favorites: Jesus I My Cross Have Taken. The lyrics are so beautiful and simple. The following especially-the resounding voice of God's love for me. And what is entailed in calling him Father-love, protection, provision, grace, rest.....

I have called Thee, "Abba, Father;" I have set my heart on Thee:
Storms may howl, and clouds may gather, all must work for good to me

If you want to see the rest of the lyrics you can visit this site 

8 invitations

I have written about this a bit, but last year I started going to counseling. It was one of the best things I have ever done for myself.
One of the things we worked through was what Jenny, my counselor, called the 8 Invitations. Through the process I learned more about who I was, how I operate-both in functional and dysfunctional ways, and how to walk in more of who my true self is. That is a really brief summary.
All that to say, Jenny has put a lot of this material online. Obviously there is a lot to get out of it by walking through it with her and having her ask questions and guide, however the material on its own is good.
If interested, check it out:
www.8invitations.com