Meme, Myself and I

Meme, Myself and I....

See what I did there?

Clever, right? 

Maybe "corny" is a better word....

Aca-ward.

Anywho.... I've just gathered some memes from the wonderful World Wide Web to get you through this week!!!

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That last one just kills me! It's so good.

I hope you enjoyed these as much as I have. If you have any good ones, feel free to send them my way (or comment with the link) - I'd LOVE to see them!

Happy Tuesday Friends! 

#almosthappyhumpday #midweekgiggles

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another valentines alone...

       Truthfully, I'm not that sad that I'm single on Valentine's Day.

                               No, really, I'm not!

I don't feel like crying hysterically....

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 Or sitting in a field by myself....

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But I do feel like jumping for joy.

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Well...maybe not quite. 

Slight exaggeration.

Yes, it's nice to be showered with love.

Yes, it's nice to receive candy and chocolate.

Yes, it's nice to be given lovey-dovey cards and poems.

Yes, it's nice to be taken out for dinner.

      Yes, all of those things are nice. But none of them even come close to measuring up to the gift that I've already been given; a gift we've all been given. And how sweet it is!

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       As cheesy as it sounds, I may not have an earthy valentine, but I'll always have Jesus; He's the ultimate valentine!

Happy Valentine's Day fellow Single Gals. 

Remember, Valentine or not, we've got each other, and we've got Christ. 
What more could we really need?

Enjoy the Moment

Hey Friends!

       I was having a lovely chat with a friend today. Amongst other things weddings and babies came up into the conversation. She has a friend who is getting hitched soon, and I have a friend who is counting down the weeks until her baby girl arrives. Exciting stuff! And then she said something that struck a chord with me.

When you're dating, aren't you dreaming of that o' so perfect wedding?
When you're married, aren't you dreaming of welcoming your first little bundle of joy?

When you're single, aren't you dreaming of that one person who God made especially for you?

      As good as those things are (weddings and babies), don't we all have the tendency to look ahead and dream about what the next life stage will be like? WHY CAN'T WE JUST BE CONTENT WITH WHERE WE ARE? Why is that we are constantly looking forward instead of looking around at where God has placed us for the time being? Whatever life stage we may be in, it is because this is God's provision for us. Never forget that. We are in this spot for a purpose; God's orchestrating it all. Fear not. Enjoy the moment.

Philippians 4:11 - "Not that I was ever in need, for I have learned how to be content with whatever I have" (NLT).

Stuff Christian Singles Hear

Bahaha! So I just listened to this, and I just HAD to share it with you guys!

                         This is "Stuff Christians Singles Hear".

Hope you have a few good laughs/eye rolls/"I hear that"s/"Preach it brotha!", etc.

                         Take 2 minutes, have a listen; have a good laugh; have a good day.

Many blessings on this beautiful Wednesday afternoon.

Single Girl Problems

Hey Friends!

I found the tumblr site Single Girl Problems and thought I would share some with you today.

 

 

 

 

 

 

That's life of a typical single gal! Don't worry ladies - We're in this together!

Happy Thursday!!

Crazy Cat Lady Cliche

Hey Friends,

             I'm sure we've all heard of single women and the crazy cat lady stereotype, right? Yeah, well this morning I was listening to the radio and they mentioned a story about a woman that possessed the largest cat memorabilia in the world. In most cases this wouldn't have fazed me....but they kept cracking jokes about her probably being single. Bullseye.

              Does this bother you? Or am I just being overly sensitive? Normally I think the Crazy Cat Lady thing to be hilarious, but for some reason it just rubbed me the wrong way today.

              Anyway...when I got home today I started looking up this idea on our good friend Google and these little gems showed up (strangely enough, even though I was slightly off putted by the story I heard this morning, these pictures still made me howl):

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And last, but certainly not least....

I'm sure most of us have seen this unfortunate video. In a sad way I feel sorry for poor Debbie. Sadly, people will remember this about her. Poor Debbie. Best of luck to you in your attempt to find love.

Hope these gave you a chuckle.

 

The "F" Word

         Just in case you're wondering, the "F" word I am referring to is "Failure" (but I got your attention, didn't I?) - I thought I would clear that up before going any further.

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           As most of you know (and if you didn't, I'm telling you now), I am in school going through to get my bachelor's degree in education. And today, marks 1 week until I am in an ACTUAL classroom, with ACTUAL students, with them ACTUALLY expecting me to teach them something. Yikes - talk about pressure! This makes me incredibly nervous (scared, emotional, frightened, etc. etc.). And it's not like I should be nervous at all. I mean, I have tons of experience working with kids (oodles and oodles!). But every time I think about it, this little poisonous idea of failure seeps into my mind. What if I don't know what to do? What if I can't speak in front of them? What if I can't handle a classroom? What if I'm not creative enough? What if, what if, what if....

           This causes me much anxiety and a little bit of an identity crisis. You see, as long as I can remember, I've always wanted to be a teacher. Always! I worked hard in school, got good grades, volunteered in the field, made connections, and completed 3 years of university...all in hopes of coming out with this diploma.

           The thought of failure is poisonous. It's a moment of doubt, which causes you to question everything. We all have these ideal "timelines" that we have for our lives. Graduated by 21. Dream job at 23. Married by 25. Kids by 27.

But what if our life doesn't go according to "plan"?
Did we fail?

            If I don't get married by 27, did I fail? What if I don't get married at all? If you don't have kids by the time you thought you would have had some, who are you really letting down? We set these horrid, impossible standards for ourselves. We don't know what our future is going to bring, but we do know who controls our future. God. He's got everything in control. We just have to sit back, and let him lead us.

"Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and lead not on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he shall make direct your paths." Proverbs 3:5-6

Did you get that? Lean not on your OWN understanding!! 
Jesus says "I've got the plan. My timeline for your life is perfect. Trust me!"

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             With that being said, I still have anxiety about next week, but I am trying my best to give it up to the Lord. "Cast all your cares upon him, for he cares for you" (1 Peter 5:7)

Do you have a fear of failure? (Please tell me I'm not the only one!!!)

I'll Wait

Yet another little gem of wisdom from Spiritually Single (Unequally Yoked).

 

Lord, I will be patient because I choose your timing.
Lord, I will trust you even if people say I'm running out of time.
Lord, I will listen to your voice over my loud thoughts.
Lord, I will believe even when I don't understand.
Lord, I will wait because I know you love me.

Help me Lord for I can't do any of these without You. 

Can you say this?
Can you say this with confidence?

              This most definitely does not  just relate to singleness; it can connect with anything really. Is there something in your life where you feel as though others are on the "fast track" and you're simply on the sidelines watching? Maybe it's having a successful job, buying a home, having children, getting married, the list goes on and on....

Are you able to trust in God's timing?

"Be still in the presence of the Lord, and wait patiently for him to act." (Psalm 37:7)

Prayers

          "God's answer to your prayers will not always be what you expect but keep in mind that it's perfect. It's not easy to trust the Lord when He negates to give you what you so want but it's during this time that Jesus asks, "Do you love me? " Prove your love and trust Christ even if it doesn't make sense. Praise Him through your anger, through your frustration, through the confusion. Don't second guess His work or His plans for you. Trust Him... you will soon see His purpose for your pain. 

"He is working in you. God is helping you obey Him. God is doing what He wants done in you." (Philippians 2:13 NLV)"

That little blurb was posted on a facebook group page that I follow. They always have little gems of encouragement that always help brighten my day. Check them out here: Spiritually Single (Unequally Yoked).

This slapped me in the face today. Wow. So challenging. 

Can you honestly say that you will trust and follow the Lord, even if He doesn't give you your heart's desire?

Letter to My Fellow Single Gals

To My Single Sisters,

          I have so much that I want to say to you, and yet, I find it hard to search for the words to say it to you now. This past year, as I have dove into analyzing my singleness and trying to see it as God sees it, has been nothing shy of enlightening. God has been so faithful to enhancing my learning process, some of which I choose to share with you now.

          I have learned that even though this walk [of singleness] may seem lonely, we are not alone. Not only do we have each other, we have Jesus. He walked the path of singleness before us, and knows EXACTLY what we are going through. Don't you think that when all of Jesus' friend's were at the age where they were all getting married that He felt left out? He felt the same human emotions that we feel today. He gets it! Even if you don't have other single [girl]friends, you can always turn to Him.

          Singleness does not define who you are. Too many times, and I find this especially true at this time in my life, we get defined by our relationship status (or lackthereof). Being single does not make you any less of a person. Being single does not make you any less of a woman. It is simply just a time in life that everyone person goes through at one time or another - some are longer, some are shorter - but rest assured that God is using this time to mold us into the women that He wants us to be.

          We are single, not because of something we've done in the past. We are single, not because we have something that we must change in ourselves first. We are single because this is God's provision for us today. God's got a plan. Singleness may not be in your plan, but it's in God's plan. Take comfort in knowing that God's plan has nothing but the intention of making us prosperous and giving us a blessed future.

          Strive to be a Proverbs 31 woman. I used to think that Proverbs 31 was a lovely little chapter about what a godly, respectable wife looks like. But it's more than that. It's about what it means to be a woman after God's own heart; a woman who strives to serve others and not herself, a woman who is clothed with dignity and integrity; a woman of exemplary character.

          Whether I know you personally or not, I care for you and am praying for you. As sisters in Christ, especially single sisters in Christ, we need to encourage each other, and hold each other accountable to God's design for our lives (including our singleness).

          It is my prayer that your eyes will be opened to God's plan and provision on this season of your life. And remember, it is only a season.

Thank God for Single Girlfriends!

           This is just an appreciation to all of my single girlfriends! You ladies rock!

           My single friends are so encouraging. It's a joy to have people in your life that you can relate to and help build each other up, not only in our common single state, but also in our relationship with Christ.

         I'm not always comfortable talking with people (in real life) about the kinds of things that I discuss on my blog (it's definitely something I'm trying to work on), but there are a few ladies where I can sit an talk about this kind of stuff non-stop. They are the people that no matter what I'm feeling, I know I can turn to them for advice, antidotes, or just a shoulder to cry on. To these ladies I raise my glass! Thank you for being my rock, my inspiration, my 'magic 8 ball'. I am truly blessed to have you in my life.

Do you have single girlfriends to rely on? How do they help you in your single season?

Ruth Never Settled...and Neither Should You!

           So this picture was posted on my Facebook wall this week. It made me chuckle, but it also gives solid advice to the single gals out there. Ruth waited patiently for the man of her dreams, and we should too! But during this period of waiting (our single season), we must not settle for anything less than God's best.

Sorry to Burst Your Bubble, but...

           So...sorry to burst your bubble but "marriage doesn't make you happy, it just makes you married" (Marian Jordan). We as single women are bombarded with images and ideals that marriage really is the cure-all. But, if we're waiting on a relationship to make us happy and fix our life problems, we will be sorely disappointed. 

       Live your life now! God is not withholding happiness from you. It's just that we, in our skewed reality, think that happiness comes from finding a significant other and getting married. 

     I have this notion in my head, and I know that it's right. But then, I pass a couple walking hand-in-hand on the street looking so much in love and so very happy, and that idea goes right out the window! And me? Well I'm sitting home on a Saturday night, renting movies and pizza for one. I believe all of these things, but I still feel as though I'm missing out on something....


Have you struggled with this? Please tell me I'm not the only one!

Oh No, I'm Single!

Have fellow single gals!!
So, I've gotten pretty lazy over the last couple of weeks.
And the reason be....it's Exam Season! (Yeah, it's alright to pity me, I'll get over it!)


So...for your entertainment value..check out this video! If you're like me, and are in exams right now, this video will be the perfect studying distraction! I promise!

P.S. Do you like my new blog layout?

The One

       Do you believe there is someone for everyone? With over 7 billion people in this world (as of Oct. 2011), I'm sure we all would like to believe it. But is it true? Dating sites have made a living telling people that is someone out there for everyone, and that their soul mate is just a click away. Not that I'm bashing matchmaker sites, but is that just wishful thinking?


      We all secretly want want a big, romantic love story, don't we? We want to believe that there is that one perfect person in the world that God made just for us, someone that we will walk side by side with until our final days; our soul mate.

    Now maybe it's just me, but don't we all just want someone to tell us "we're the one"? To have another person choose you to be with them, and them with you. Now, this clip may seem a bit cheesy, but take a look at what I mean.

        
      
      What do you think about all of this? Do you think there is someone for everyone? How does your faith influence your opinion of soul mates?   I'd LOVE to hear what you think!

PS- check out my friend Bre's blog. She goes along with this idea in her post Fairy Tale Love.

(You)Tube Tusesday

Yes, I'm going to show you a couple videos today. 
And no, I couldn't think of a better name for this post than "(You)Tube Tuesday"!!


              My sister (aka. my biggest blog fan!) actually sent me this first video. It's a Terri Clarke music video for her song "The One." I'm not a huge country-music fan, but I gotta say - it's a pretty good tune. Have a listen! The lyrics are posted here.

              This next video I absolutely love! I saw a post on facebook of this guy on a friend's wall a couple weeks ago, watched it, and LOVED it! So then I watched more of his videos, and found this little jewel. He's hilarious! Take a look & enjoy! Here is "Ten Ways to Get the RIGHT Guy to Like You."

Happy "(You)Tube Tuesday" fellow single gals (and not-so-single gals)! Hope these videos help brighten your day!!!

Single Girl Prayer

              I came across this poem on Facebook the other day, and thought I would share it with you. I totally 'get' what this girl is feeling and what she's going through.

 "My Every Day Single Girl Prayer" by Evelyn Worthington

Lord you know my heart, you know every part of me,
Help me to live this life, please fulfill this need.
I have this longing Lord, and you know what I mean,
I'm just praying you'll fill it up, so I can be freed.

Lord, I want your timing, but lately I'm lonely for only you know who.
That longing, that desire, that missing someone, who knows? Only you!

So Lord, I pray he's out there, help me be patient and strong,
Help me to not struggle with this, and help me not to long,
Teach him what he needs to know, help me, Lord, depend on thee.
Help me not to be conceited, and not to depend on me.

Help me to be wise and lead me in your ways.
Help me to trust in only you and follow you all my days.
Somedays are harder than others, but today I feel so alone.
Help me to find my strength in you, and in you to find my home.

If he's not out there, then Lord, my prayer's the same.
Lead me, guide me, help me to feel your love, and trust in Jesus' name.
God I come to you as your child, lead me, make me like you.
Teach me your holy ways O Lord and make me wholly devoted to you.

           WOW! Her words are so honest. I feel the pain she has in her loneliness and her struggle in finding contentment. How does this poem relate to your feelings?