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[mlg]

Alright so like I am so to say this...but the enemy absolutely got the best of me...

The discernment was right that God gave me someone was lieing...but the enemy used that against me and made me put the lies on the wrong person...oh my how could I do that....and then in doing that I made a complete mess out of myself...because I was hurt and in tears...and you get the point.

So now I've found out the truth...and I feel so much like an idiot. How could I have turned it all around...just glad it's all worked out and things are good...ok they are better than good they are GREAT!

Thank you Lord for hearing my prayers and bring the Truth to Light.

I think I have some catching up to do now...as I haven't done much for the Lord in the last few days. Again another thing to be about.

[mlg]

There comes a time when you face the same trial over and over that you just become numb to it all...More problems with nene's school. I get to go to a meeting on Monday with the principal, assistant principal and one of nene's teachers. Hope I don't blow a fuse!

Other than that...work is absolutely crazy these days...not much time to do anything but work...

As far as other things...life is good and God is super awesome

[mlg]

Busy, busy, busy...everyday seems like there isn't enough hours in the day to get everything done. I've been wanting to get to the counseling journals all week...but just don't have the virtue at the moment...as many others keep taking it from me...leaving me little for myself...much less trying to help the troubled souls on the forum. I'm so looking forward to Saturday...might be able to finally rest and catch up.

God is so good...I just love Him dearly...He and I have had some great convos lately and my prayer life is very good at the moment...learning to lean on His strength a lot as things keep arising in my life.

[mlg]

not sure what I want to do here anymore.....

thinking I might just stop here.....

[Bloodstone]

Praying for you, dear Sis.

[Mercy7]

MLG!
I love you sis
for you
SIs keep being a blessing to others
You are such a blessing to me
and many many people
keep letting the Lord lead you
hug and kiss on cheek

[mlg]

I stopped writing here it seems like many moons ago...so what's mlg been up to? Lots and nothing I will say I'm happy...and very much at peace. Oh I know but you don't want to know that you want to know what I've been doing...where I've been...well stay tuned...I think I'll share some soon.

[mlg]

Well, this morning I made a list...it's a mile long I fear...all the things I've "got" to do before I leave this week for Florida. It really looks overwhelming when I look at it altogether...but one thing at a time...it's not gonna be so bad.

So, what's going on in my life. Well for a long time I haven't shared much about me and honestly, it's been for fear of judgment and also fear of gossip and backlash...kind of sad huh to fear Christians. But, I feel now is the time to share a bit of what I've been doing so God can have the glory.

Back in June, God brought a wonderful man into my life. This man has brought much joy to my heart as well. I won't speak too much on our relationship, as I'm private on matters like this...but I will say he is a blessing I never expected. I don't get to see him as often as I would like, as his job takes him all over the United States, but every moment we have together and every phone call is as new as the first time we met

Ok so what else you ask? Well nene had a rough fall semester at school, but spring has sprung and this semester seems to be bringing new hope. I sit and listen to nene as she plans her future...her hopes and dreams. I pray that God opens the doors for her and if it's His will that He will bless nene with fulfillment of her dreams.

I'm still teaching children's Sunday School...the children are so much fun...and quiet the handful at times. All boys...all the time. Sometimes I feel like a stern school teacher...yesterday I went in to the class....after being delayed about 5 minutes getting a substitute for another class, and the boys were on the floor wrestling So I really never know what I'm in for...but needless to say they are learning...we have now memorized the order of half of the Old Testament books in the Bible...and they love learning and reading out of the Bible...sometimes they compete to see who can be the first to find a verse. Eager for the Lord's word.

My work has taken me back to 4 work days a week and off 3. Needless to say the work load is the same, so those 4 days are longer and more demanding. Very stressful at times. But I do enjoy what I do...and the people...such beauty in their souls...even when they are being difficult and trying. As I mentioned earlier, I'm leaving for Florida this week and will be going for work. Again it will be busy, but fun and nice to just get away a bit.

And then my favorite adventure of all...is the journey God has taken me on to reach out to the lost. Several months ago, God began to lead me down some new paths, and at first it was just for fun...but now it's turned into an opportunity to witness and share truth with souls that are so worldly...even at times I cringe over their actions...but I never judge them...and I never condemn them....I know God led me to these souls to bring light into the darkness they live in. And amazingly they hear and ask questions. Souls who are Christians but have slid away, because of a hurt that they have encountered by the "church". And some who have just done such bad things they feel they are unsaveable. And others who, know God and know His power but are unsure if He really wants them. These are the souls God has me ministering to day and night. Recently someone told me that I was very bold...to share my belief and love for Jesus with souls who aren't looking for Him...and to do so in a way others see Him in me. Yes I've faced rejection and hurt...in fact recently I was so hurt by some, I had to remove myself from the situation...but alas God opened a new door and I was granted another chance to work for God in reaching the lost sheep, several of whom I had already been sharing. And, For this I am thankful.

So, I honestly am not here at the Oasis as much anymore...but it's not because I don't love being here...it's just that God has me on a much larger journey...actually walking onto the battlefield...and dragging out the maimed and dying....reaching the ones who won't enter the church...because to them the church is something to be feared. And I know a few of these souls have visited the Oasis already, as I've shared with them the link to the Oasis...as there is healing here...healing within these doors...but if they don't know about the healing...nor who He is that can bring them that healing...then they flounder until someone like myself or another goes in search of them and brings the Light to their otherwise darkened world.

And that my friends is where I am, and where I've been.

May God continue to smile on the Oasis and all the souls who enter the doors here.

[mlg]

Sometimes life throws you a curve ball...one you didn't see coming...but with God all things work out...may I follow His will and not my own.

Florida has been a great time...except this evening was somewhat disconcerting...they took us to Universal Studios...but only opened part of the park to us. They opened the Harry Potter section only....felt very out of place there most of the night...and sadly I sat in a corner by myself...watching...just couldn't make myself seem to fit in...then I noticed they had opened another small section for us in another area...so went there to get out of the "gloom" of the Harry Potter section...felt unsettled in that area...as soon as I left that area...I felt so much better....and now I am back to my hotel and feeling safe again.

Talked to nene on the phone tonight...I sure miss her...the older she gets the closer we seem to grow...I am so thankful God has made her mine.

Well, time to check the other forums and see what I've missed.

[mlg]

Whew I'm worn out. And still got two more strenuous days to go...ugh!

So last night was a nightmare. My company paid a hefty sum for me to attend an event for a charitable organization. When I got there, I immediately noticed I was so out of my comfort zone. I stayed for about 15 minutes to make sure I was seen...and then I left and went back to my hotel room for what I hoped would be a quiet night...but that was NOT to happen.

I decided I wanted to shower, and immediately found out that I had no hot water. I called the front desk and asked if there was something wrong with the hot water, the lady said no, and that she would send someone up from engineering. This is at 8:30. After two workers and one and a half hours, the workers finally tell me they won't be able to fix my hot water because it would require turning water off to the entire floor...so I would have to move rooms...move rooms at 10:00 PM wow was I a bit perturbed. So I proceeded to pack my stuff back into my suitcases and haul everything 2 floors down to a new room. I think I finally got a shower at 11:00 PM.

Today was a good day...busy but quieter and I actually met up with some friends and had a good time visiting with them. Kind of added a smile to the day.

I have a very serious decision to make. I am thinking of some valuable advice I received from a dear friend once a few years ago. Just need to figure out how and when...God will show me His will.

[mlg]

Well when I say life throws curve balls...it's usually either one that you get hit with or one that you take and bend with...this time I am bending...

I've seen the distance...even my daughter noticed....but when I really looked....it brought about a need to step back and take a look at the big picture. So hence the times have changed...and a friendship has formed but nothing more....but better to step back and recognize the distance for what it is and see that it's not going away...and therefore I am able to keep a friend at least...and that means more to me than loosing one altogether.

And then the a new door opens...and this time I'm choosing to step through it and see where it leads...yes I'm a tad nervous but excited as well...so here's to the new steps I have begun on a new path.

God's will be done.

[mlg]

Been away a bit...doing a bit of healing....but I'm home again