Can we take a moment to talk about perfection? I know, I know. Does anyone really 'talk' about it. Well, the simple answer is no. Not directly anyway. They wait until they 'think' they've got things figured out and then they spew their gossipy nonsense all over everyone. I truly do my very best to refrain from gossip.
Anyone who knows me, knows a girl can talk ;)
(What?? I like people.)
Seriously, though. I enjoy a great conversation. Sometimes that means hearing about your new puppies latest trick, sometimes it means being on the receiving end of a vent from marriage or parenthood, and sometimes in means long deep conversations about the moon and the stars and birth order :) I love it all and I love when people feel like they can share with me. Trust in this day seems to be an unfortunately dwindling characteristic. It makes me sad. If I can be that, for even a few, I'm thankful that I have been used.
I digress. Perfection is an illusion and we live in a world of increasingly spectacular 'perfectionists'. The IG feed may be beautiful and the gym shots may look rippling and the home may be absolutely gorgeous. The kids hair is always nicely trimmed and the girls have adorable dresses and matching bows.
But inside those walls, man. The checkbook is a mess, the mom is struggling with depression or some form of anxiety or eating disorder, the kids are monsters and dad, he's stressed and overworked and suppressing it all because he never learned to express his emotions, and everyone is emotionally and physically exhausted with no time, energy or desire to deal with life. Maybe that's a huge over exaggeration but guys, many families who look so pretty on the outside are falling apart inside. Metaphorically and literally.
The great news is that there are options to the 'norm'.
First stop, Jesus Christ, arms wide and ready to offer you redemption. All you need to do is ask. I realize that often that faith, the belief it takes to trust that there is a plan, a better way, seems so out of reach. I promise it is there. I have seen it and lived it. If there is ANY way that I can ever encourage any of you in your walk with the Lord, I would be honored to do so.
I am not, by any means, any part of perfection. I have screwed up. A lot. I've made a lot of bad choices, I said things I shouldn't have, I've done things I shouldn't have. I've mothered out of wedlock and I haven't been the best wife or mother.
I DO, however, strive every day to be better. More intentional in my walk and relationship with my Lord, gentler with myself, more understanding and helpful as a wife, more patient as a mother, a better listener as a friend. I still often fail miserably but I've learned that's ok, as long as I never quit trying and making a true consistent effort. It's taught me so much humility and allowed me to be less judgemental and love those who need my love in order to see Him shine. I pray that He shines through me more days than I in any way dim His glory and honor.
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I'd like you to meet the inspiration behind this post.... the avocado has that illusion pretty mastered.
Anyone love avocados like me?? Then you know what I'm talking about. Wait, wait, wait, RIPE, dead. I usually end up picking out some bit of funky bits because I WILL NOT waste an avocado. It would seriously have to be completely inedible. You know, like the bananas and the brown spots. There's so much you can do with an overripe avocado or banana. Am I right or am I right? ;)
This morning I did a little avocado toast and per usual, it was awesome :)
I like to keep things as simple as possible around here most days. What could be more simple than avocado smash on toast with a little s/p and a shot of lime juice? Not much, I'll tell ya. And would ya' just take note of the beauty of my little avocado I picked up at ALDI?! My very first of many adventures to ALDI and just LOOK! Now to put the rest to good use before they die! AHH!
Have a happy hump day, guys! Go get yourself some good fat ;)
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