This thing called Life...

You see, everyone has people who are out to get them, everyone. You can single yourself out... none of us are that special. I've learned over time that GOD and GOD alone puts people in your life, some you like and some you don't. Without them where would you be?
The hard part, recognizing His work in the midst of struggle.
I've been married for 4 years, known my husband for 16 years... and I've been thru hell and back with him, but honestly I wouldn't know how much I love him if it weren't for those hard times. This man and myself, as anyone who knows us knows this is real, have expereinced anything you can possibly think of, and still love one another... how does that happen?
Society tells us to leave imperfect people, to find something better, to be "me-centric". Is that easy to do, of course, in the moment... I'm sure it causes future pain. Am I saying remain loyal to a man who treats you like you don't exist, of course not... be reasonable. What I'm saying is that any married couple is obligated to love one another until they don't have the power to do so anymore... where does that power comes from--- your friend, your neighbor, your mothers... No--- God and God alone.
I've been there, turn to people around me because I was lost. Now, I look back and laugh thinking... who has better advice to offer than He who created me? What was I thinking turning to someone who is so screwed up, did I do that to make myself feel better about my situation?People test you, some of them could really care less how you end up. I've learned that No one determines the fate of my relationship with my daughter or my husband... they may test it--- but they don't determine it.Stop seeking approval from those who haven't figured out their purpose on earth, focus on your purpose. Focus on why you are here... what does He need from me today? People will snatch happiness and faith from you without thinking twice... don't let that happen.  When you find something special embrace it, embrace happiness and maintain it at all cost... nothing worth having comes easy. Nothing. People who break you, pray for them and watch your life go from brokeness to bright. Hard part, praying for rediculous people who can't see past themselves... the outcome-- peace. See He gives us all peace, but we have to sometimes battle our own demons to find it, whether it be selfishness, misunderstanding, greed, pride, ect. Open your mind and your heart... His love is matchless! It's not a matter of IF society will test you, especially when positive things are happening... it's WHEN. Situations can define you, decisions you make can create you... but at the end of the day He is there... especially when you are at your lowest, broken, and willing to admit it. He doesn't shelter the proud, He doesn't bless the greedy... He welcomes those who need His grace.  At my weakest I always remember I am nothing more than who He sees, people around me don't even matter. He knows my heart, my motive, I can't hide from Him--- neither can others. There are no free passes. Whatever you need to do to rid yourself of demons who consume your soul and cloud your mind, do it. Stop blaming Life, Life is easy--- we complicate it.Love yourself, respect yourself, respect what and who you love, enjoy your relationships- they are a gift- and defend what's right until you are powerless--- to Him and Him alone. When you don't focus on The Man (Chirst)-- ANY man becomes good enough.    Thought: Hate is Easy, Love takes Courage. Have a blessed day!