Comments on: The Art of Real

By: Mel

Mel — Wed, 13 Mar 2013 02:58:26 +0000

Thank you, Kristin! It’s been fun getting to know you through the GSDT…and so looking forward to Allume, too! I’m blessed to be part of this journey with you, friend!

By: Kristin Smith

Kristin Smith — Wed, 13 Mar 2013 01:03:58 +0000

LOVED this post and except for the short hair balm – could totally relate! 😉 My story just includes out-of-control frizzy curly hair! I struggle so much with the idea of being “perfect” to the world….and so often forget about the sight of my heart. Working on that with God’s help!! Have a wonderful day friend and know that you are loved!!

By: Mel

Mel — Tue, 12 Mar 2013 17:21:31 +0000

It’s so hard to let go, isn’t it? Even of the smaller things like my hair and makeup always being perfect. I think you were the one who first mentioned the book, No More Perfect Moms to me. I’m adding it to my reading list this year. I think it’s a must, and I’m looking forward to it! Blessings, friend!

By: Kristin Taylor

Kristin Taylor — Tue, 12 Mar 2013 15:23:25 +0000

Oh how I can relate to this. Imperfection has been my theme this year. I’m learning that when I let go of perfection God can truly perfect me. It’s a process and has nothing to do with me being in control.

By: Mel

Mel — Tue, 12 Mar 2013 03:42:03 +0000

Thanks, friend! (((hugs back)))

By: Mel

Mel — Tue, 12 Mar 2013 03:39:28 +0000

Oh, girl, I’m so glad it made you laugh and gave you some encouragement! I’ve been thinking of you as you get ready for this conference with so much heaviness in your heart, too. I love the phrase, Choose Joy…because that joy is a choice, and while we know it’s there, it doesn’t always show in the form of a smile. But God knows what you are choosing…because you are choosing to honor Him in this valley. Love you, my heart sister! (I love that term…totally stealing it!) Continuing to pray and trusting that our Father will bring beauty from pain.

By: Mel

Mel — Tue, 12 Mar 2013 03:32:44 +0000

Wowza…FOUR miles? You’re well on your way! That’s great! I was just commenting to my hubby today that, in my mid-30’s, I already feel like I’m falling apart…but, really, we’re all just aging, like you said. (I have the grays, too…so we can commiserate!) 😉 And as for a Martha Stewart house…I agree with you. I’d rather live and be real. (And messy!) Blessings, friend! Thank you for your encouraging thoughts!

By: Mel

Mel — Tue, 12 Mar 2013 03:26:35 +0000

Oh, sweet friend, thank you for the encouragement! I’m so sorry about that migraine…when I get one, the only thing that helps is sleep. Praying it goes away SOON! I’ll do a virtual happy dance with you, too…I’m always game for one of those, even if I have to set my clock forward. Blessings!

By: Mandy

Mandy — Tue, 12 Mar 2013 02:43:53 +0000

Love! I so hear ya, girl. I read Lisa-Jo’s post today too, and it came right to mind as I was reading yours. Great minds;) Your real makes me feel better about my real! (((hugs)))

By: Jenn Hand

Jenn Hand — Tue, 12 Mar 2013 01:39:17 +0000

Mel this post 1) made me laugh 2) encouraged my heart so much. I am getting ready for my ministry’s biggest conference we have planned so far. We planned it way before I knew I would be going through all this with my dad. I have been struggling because people except Alive full of Joy Jenn. I still have joy.. deep joy and peace.. but I have walked these past 23 days through the valley of the shadow. This post spoke deeply to me and encouraged me to be real in that.. i love you heart sister!