THE WORD – Joy: gladness, pleasure, delight.

Only in the presence of Jesus Christ will we find…joy.

Not in our troubled world, not in our friends or family, not in our careers.

“In the presence of the Lord there is FULLNESS OF JOY.”

Have you lost your joy?

Let us seek the Lord, come into His presence and allow Him to fill us with His joy.

“…the joy of the Lord is your strength.” Neh. 8:10

IN MY WORDS – Summer has arrived offering endless possibilities. My regular job has shorter hours so I have more free time.

How do I start my day?

What needs to be priority in my life?

Introducing the Lovely Plan: WWW. (or 3W)

WALK.  WORSHIP.  WRITE. 

There are many things to follow after these three actions but think of the amazing success if I get at least this much accomplished in my day!

• W1 WALK – enjoying scenic views on early morning country roads while benefiting my health.
  
• W2 -WORSHIP – the walk often leads right into worship, admiring God’s beautiful creation. Arrive back home for a cool glass of sweet tea and time spent in the Word. Leading right into worship and prayer and often journaling bringing me to:
• W3 – WRITE– If I don’t write early, too many other things start to crowd out my day. Do you find this to be true? Knowing I’ve already accomplished two major goals in my day, I am inspired to dive into writing. 

Once I’ve completed The Lovely Plan, I am free to do anything else. What are your summer priorities?

It may be as simple as: Swim, Sun, Stroll or Fellowship, Friends, Fun. 

Anyone want to join The Lovely Plan with me? Or share your own plan?

IN OTHER WORDS – You have talent.

Three simple words of encouragement that explode like fireworks.

• Sparkle and Shine
• Celebration
• Wonder, including the Ohhhhhh  factor
  
• Blasting you awake with possibilities!

Has anyone ever said these words to you? Or perhaps written them on a critique?

I have had critiques at writer’s conferences and in writing groups. Some good, some not so good. Score sheets from contests with the majority favorable and a single one disastrous. (Surely that judge was having her own disastrous day)

We need wisdom to balance it all out.

The most helpful feedback I’ve received are those responses that begin with encouragement. Yes, I understand there may be areas needing work and a time of corrections and revising. This is the life of a writer. I get that.

But what a difference it makes when it starts with encouragement! I store those treasured words in my heart and move forward with a fresh wave of enthusiasm. 

You have talent.

Words written, or words spoken at appointments. Words from fellow writers. Words from family and friends. Whether it pertains to writing, speaking, or a career path, the simple words are cherished. In this season of writers conferences, I would encourage you to encourage others. It doesn’t take a lot of effort. Sometimes it can be as easy as sharing three little words.

You have talent. Pass it on.