The Amazing Work of Art

It's a beautiful Saturday.

Houston, must be back in Mother Nature's good graces, because today it is warmer than it has been in days. There is no rain, fog, or anything to keep us from gazing upon the land just as far as our eyes were intended.

My thoughts, like most days are fighting for space in my brain, as I continue to learn balance. I am sure the thoughts are wondering which of them I will give precedence to. Hmmmmm...laundry, homework, book. HA, none, I am headed to a dinner cruise and any moment my ride will be here. Today, I will just "be".

Speaking of the book, I finally have a title for it. I will share it with the world for the first time in about 10-days, once the photo shoot is completed, the agreement is signed (legalities, etc..) and the Illustrator has the completed cover.

I look back to fall of 2009 when I began this blog. Many people, didn't think I would maintain the blog regularly; and some just heard air when I said "one day these collective thoughts will be a book". All of that is fine with me. If I weren't such the "underdog" it would not be possible to write such a "soon to be best-seller book".

I believe that when you want something bad enough (relationships, a job, education, etc...) in spite challenges, red-flags and proverbial "no's" you should exhaust ALL resources to make sure you get what you want. This doesn't cease, not even when it is uncomfortable for you. If you need to learn to communicate clearly to have better relationships: Take a class, do whatever it takes, seek help, whatever. If you want to finish college, take a class, any class, even when you "may not feel like it"............And when you want to write a book, you don't sulk and cry when the first publisher you sent your manuscript to asks these questions:

1. Does your book have a title yet?? I mean it needs a title. Who's gonna look at it without a title?
2. How does your book glorify God?
3. (wasn't listening to the 3rd question, sounded like wa-wa-wa-wa-wa-wa)

....And then brush you off with an unassuming, lackadaisical attitude. No, you dust yourself off and say: I want this and I will NOT stop until I get it. You push. Cry. Fall. Get back up. Push. Cry. Push. Laugh. Push. Cry. Push, until all of the no's have fallen away and the only thing statistically possible to hear is- YES

(laughing) My book Glorifies God because he made me; and the fact that I am still standing with a sharp mind, a loving heart and a real willingness to grow, learn and contribute is testimate that I AM AN AMAZING WORK OF ART.


Stay tuned people, the best, is yet to come.

A Glimpse of Heaven

I am overwhelmed with emotion right now. It's almost like my spirit has transcended my body and my flesh lays lifeless on the floor in awe by the pure majesty of what is happening. All of the stress from unproductive chatter and nonsense no longer seems to be so heavy.

I've always been a dreamer. I knew from an early age that I was destined for greatness. But something happens inside you when beyond all the negative counterproductive "talk", the lies, the pettiness, the turmoil, the disappointment, the abuse and the pain someone simply says "I'll invest in you. I believe in you". Those words, those simple words came into my heart tonight and humbled me beyond measure. And after those words were spoken, nothing else seemed to matter. Not the forwards, the petty text messages which said nothing of good rapport, not even the subtle voices in my own head which said that I could not do this.

For a brief moment, God showed me a glimpse of victory. And, I must say, it is inspiring and beautiful, just like me.

Welcome 2011..................

I embrace you with open arms, an open heart and a focused mind. I have a feeling that this year is going to provide such a level of clarity. Something on the inside of me says "Elizabeth, soon you will know". I've held on to too many things for too many years. Believing in the things unseen, praying and standing in faith for the potential of some to make itself clear. But now I know that you can only drive one automobile at a time. I cannot drive your car and my car at the same time. I have to let you make the turns that you decide. I have to let others, no matter how much I love them and want to care for them, to be who they are and things there way. I will just be there to help them regroup when they are ready. Love never fails.

The feeling of peace has taken over my whole body and is allowing me to express myself without reservation. For a moment, the sensitvity of some and the progressive desire to over analyze my words, almost had me muted. But I refuse to give in to the "blah". I am going to be who I am and make no apologies for it. Who wants connections which require you to be dishonest or hide your true feelings? Not me.

So much greatness is coming toward me. Soon, my name will be spoken in Bookstores all over the world. My words will finally be appreciated. It's almost like things have completely turned around. This is no mistake. The universe is pleased with me, and I accept it's bounty.

Be good this year Kings and Queens, and remember, just because we're in a new year doesn't mean to leave old things unresolved, it just gives you a new chance to be responsible.