Life Under the Microscope
Happy Wednesday Pilgrims!! If you've been watching the news any at all you know that a lot has been going on in the world's current events...
From the verdict in Ferguson to a plague outbreak in Madagascar.
Somehow - (GOD) - the world keeps turning
And in just a few more hours on this side of the world the Thanksgiving holiday will be here.
Gobble. Gobble.
Thanksgiving holds a special place in my heart as Danny and I got engaged on Thanksgiving last year.
Here we are a year later, and almost 27 days into marriage.
This year, I'm officially taking on the role of my mother, in my home with Daniel, and I'm cooking Thanksgiving dinner. We're already looking forward to the leftovers! LOL
Danny and I want to wish you a Happy and Safe Thanksgiving! May it be filled with love, laughter, family and friends, and a heart of sincere gratitude. Count your blessings, and pray for those who are less fortunate.
Life Under the Microscope
American society is a pro at zeroing in on certain aspects of life as seen through social media and news media.
Yet, a lot of us struggle with good communication, intimacy, and trust.
Transparency and the revelation of our true character is often something we reserve for a select few - mainly GOD, if we believe in GOD, and ourselves. (One can't hide from one's self forever, even if we do manage to deceive our own heart.) And sometimes, maybe, MAYBE, there are one or two others who we have dared to entrust our deepest darkest secrets.
The truth is, for the most part, we're in the dark about the real issues.
And that's a problem.
I used to take every opportunity I could to shy away from living my life under the microscope. I avoided the spotlight because flaws and failures are often revealed there. (I would often wonder about those who willingly thrust themselves into the limelight of front and center. I am certain no one ever set out to be another news circus on a stranger's social media timeline. )
However, I have found that when I voluntarily and sincerely place myself under a microscope three powerful things happen. One, I am open to receiving love (not just criticism) for all that I am, the good and the bad. Two, I am free to receive correction or more information, which helps me gain more insight. And three, someone else is encouraged and others reminded that they are not alone.
With scripted "reality" TV shows and social media gimmicks, true transparency has become a dying art.
Thus, Danny and I hope to bring you some salt, some hope, and some insight through -
X-Ray Wednesdays: Living.in.the.Light
As Promised here is a sneak peek at our new project, which debuts next week -
[Our newest platform includes a new youtube channel and a video series entitled Findlays' First Year - short videos where we discuss our first year of marriage. ]
[youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z00Xs19X7N4]
As we celebrate Thanksgiving let us remember to have love for our family, compassion for strangers and a heart of gratitude at all times.
Have a blessed and peace-filled Thanksgiving Holiday,
-CN