Sweet Minion

[zena]

It is.   

I know many people do not wake up wanting to look for trouble.  Evil comes in all forms.  Some times our emotions drive us to it- depending on the cause, affecting our thoughts.  The quote is however you want to perceive it.  People can be told that if you seek for good, you'll find it; seek for trouble and you'll find it.  Some times, seeking for good can be troublesome to others and seeking for trouble can be good.  The point of this verse is to have good intentions. 

I C, but I knew that.  I guess my point was, why does it matter to you?  Who is it that you are actually referring to with your quote?  Or, is it that you need it and are simply typing it out for your self-interest? 

We would like to think that it's common knowledge....n o matter how common, some folks just don't get.

Yes, true.  But, why would it matter that "some folks" don't get it?  Is it important that they do? 

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It is just some thing I typed for my interest.  There is much peace in the Lord's wisdom and his Words comfort me.    Some times it's not so much the why- some things are just as it is. 

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11.5.2013

Today is supposed to be our first snow day.  *sighs.  Winter is really here- early.  I really didn't get a chance to embrace the fall colors.  On a positive note, mentally preparing myself for the snow to lit up the streets.  It's been too dark when I get out of gym. 


This is the only pic that I took of this fall. 

God's love is beautiful.

15 Ways to Practice True Love

 

1 Corinthians 13: 4-7 : Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It does not dishonor others, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs. Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth. It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres.

Love should be practiced according to the Corinthians' terms. Anyone who is lucky enough to be loved and love others should not take such a precious aspect for granted. Here are 15 ways to practice true love.

 1. Patient  Be patient and remain calm. Everyone has their own pace and way of doing things. Whether it is their thought process or their reaction to a specific event - be patient and remember that everything happens within its own time.

 2. Kind Have you ever heard the phrase - You can catch more bees with honey. Kindness should be a way of life and not a surprising act when it's displayed. Being kind to someone can go a long way and help them someone through a rough day or just simply make them feel good about themselves.

3. Does Not Envy Be grateful for what God has blessed you with. Do not compare your blessings others. Everything happens for a reason and everyone has their own path.

4. Does Not Boast Bragging can hurt the feelings of others and hurting people is not part of love. When you're truly in love, God will be happy for you and he is the only person that you want to satisfy. Since God knows your plan - you will not need to boast.

5. Not Proud There is no reason to be proud because love does not want to hurt the feelings of others who are struggling or are going through a rough time because of heartache.

6. Does Not Dishonor Others Love does not dishonor others. Love is consuming and fulfills the heart and soul; something so powerful should not hurt others. Remain honorable and true to yourself.

7. Not Self-Seeking Love is about others, not yourself. When you love someone you shouldn't look to improve yourself, instead you should focus on the other person. If it is true love you will be reciprocated.

8. Not Easily Angered  Love will not cause you to become angered easily. Since love requires patience - you must entrust your your feelings in another and know that anything that happens is not intentional.

9. Keeps No Record of Wrongs God forgives you for your sins everyday, therefore you should do the same with the ones that you love. Do not keep a record of someone's wrongs because that is not your job. When you love someone, you should love them unconditionall y and not burden the relationship with mistakes.

10. Does Not Delight In Evil Love is the opposite of evil, with that in mind anyone who loves should not take delight in evil. A terrible element, such as evil, can not be part of something as sacred and rewarding as love.

11. Rejoices with the Truth Be honest no matter what. The truth will set you free and true love will forgive you for any mistakes that occur. A lie is evil and will consume your relationship.

12. Protects Be protective because true love is hard to come by. When you love someone you want to keep them safe. Protection is a natural element of love.

13. Always Trusts Love always trust because you're giving your entire self to that person. Loving someone means that you're allowing them to care of your heart.

14. Always Hopes  Love always hopes because you're putting your faith in someone. You'll always be hopeful that things will work out because all love begins with hope.

15. Always Perseveres  Love will always keep on keeping on because it is endless. Love only has a beginning but will never go away because it creates memories and evokes emotions that you will cherish forever.

 

http://www.beliefnet.com/Love-Family/Galleries/15-Ways-to-Practice-True-Love.aspx?b=1&p=16&utm_campaign=GlobalScope&utm_medium=referral&utm_source=JesusChristPage


~Lazy people should learn a lesson from the way ants live. -Proverbs 6:6

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11.8.2013

Conversation between my brother and I a few years ago.  He is married to a wonderful wife and two beautiful sons.  He is a pretty good husband and father.

Brother:  Moon, when is it going to be your turn to settle down?  You know, you're not getting any younger.

Moon: That's because I haven't met any man worthy of me yet. I'd like one to have similar qualities to you.  Life is miserable when you're not married to a (decent) good man. 

My brother was quiet for a second.  He nodded and I saw his eyes blink with understanding.

Brother: I guess you're right. 

Happy Birthday to my brother.



~“Ask, and you will receive; seek, and you will find; knock, and the door will be opened to you." -Matthew 7:7

[lilly]

+1.  Aww, Moon... that was so sweeet. My brother was my best friend too. 

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Thanks, Lilly!  +1 right back at you.   

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11.13.2013

If you're not happy with yourself then no matter who it is, you'll never be happy with.  This goes to say that if you are not content with your lifestyle and/or cannot comfort yourself in your tough times then you won't be able to find happiness in anyone else.  Not to say that you won't find comfort at all, the comfort with another person is only temporary and usually is not done for the right purposes.  I've seen people behave like they cannot be alone or is afraid to be boring that they will do anything to get a moment of that high.  SMH.  I just want to shake them.  *sighs


One of my secret pleasures of life is watching historical dramas.  If you grew up in the early 90s, you get what I'm talking about.  I enjoy learning about other cultures, especially the ancient Chinese and Korean.  Here is one that I found today:

http://youtu.be/H2i7GsxKfz8

~Walk with the wise and become wise; associate with fools and get in trouble.  -Proverbs 13:20

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11.18.2013

     Okay, I've slacked off enough on my workouts.  Going to get back on track.  As much as I like my sauna dates, will try to get on the treadmill as often as I could this week. 

     Some times I feel alone and then am reminded that I still have God. 

     I almost forgot what a Hmong New Year Celebration was like.  Attended the Yang New Year in St Paul, MN this past weekend and surprisingly had a great time.  There was free admission and lunch was provided via potluck style.  The talent shows were so fun!  During a song, a woman who appeared to be in her 50s went to ask her husband for a dance.  Then along with that, almost all the couples went up.  One of the talent was a married couple in their late 40s or 50s doing a step dance and everyone went up.  And I, pleasantly enjoyed taking the young nephew in my arms. 
     In my younger days, HNYs was a means for us to get out of the house, connect with the culture, the unique- uncoordinated talent shows, free admission, the almost free food.  Today's time, HNYs are all about the money: pageant, dance competition, singing competition, sports.  It is lacking substance. 

~A mocker seeks wisdom and never finds it, but knowledge comes easily to those with understanding.  Proverbs 14:6 NLT

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I'm serious.




~So then, confess your sins to one another and pray for one another, so that you would be healed.  The prayer of a good person has a powerful effect.  James 5:16

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11.21.2013

I've been thinking about my father lately.  He holds such a special spot in my heart.  I guess it's because of the few conversations I had with my good friend and my siblings.  When I think about my dad, I think about some of the lessons that he's given me while growing up. 

1.  He often would say, "If you didnt' do anything wrong, don't worry about it."  This message gave me confidence because it mold me to become an honest person. 

2.  Education is the key to the future.  He was very strict and made sure we thrived in school.  It wasn't that hard to please him at all.  I mean, I learned quickly so he was content to teach me.  And I loved to learn because it also pleased him.  It's a win-win situation. 

     He didn't pressure us to get marry and supported our choices in dating.  He told me twice in my life that he does not believe in force marriages because if the marriages didn't last then it'd be his fault.  He believed that people should find their own mates. 

3.  When we lived in the projects, my dad was one who was embarrassed to be on the food-stamp program.  He'd always worked hard so we never have to depend on someone else or any assistant program.  He was someone who never embraced the idea of being poor.  He always hoped for more and planned for more.  He believed that hard work and honest living is the only way to go up.  He was a man who was serious about a lot of things; his 'no' is always firm. 

4.  Through my dad's choices in his relationships, I have seen that he is no ordinary man.  He is faithful to the woman he loves.  I could honestly say that my brothers exhibit this quality from him.  They too- are faithful. 

We have a good relationship.  Occasionally, he calls to ask how I'm doing.  He often reminds me to work hard and do what is right.  The other night he called me, "menaib."  It was a bitter sweet feeling. 


~Teach children how they should live, and they will remember it all their life.  Proverbs 22:6 GNT

[aboo]

Did you have a good lunch today

I think you should call your dad out of the blue and say.... Kuv txiv koj tug menaib moon nuav mas ncu koj heev le os....

We live on assuming that we will always have another day to say things, do things and see things.  But the truth is that another day is never guaranteed to us.

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11.22.2013

Public speaking is not my cup of tea because truthfully, I care too much about what others think of me.  Not only that, I also fear about stuttering-then it all goes downhill from there.  One of my goals for this coming year is to overcome the fear of public speaking.  One thing I just learned about myself is that if I imagine that I am speaking to my brothers and sisters, I am confident, calm, and passionate.  I will use this to method every time and work hard. 


Happy snow


Saw this on FB and just  have to share.  Asian's grading system:  F is for find a new family. 


~So let us not become tire of doing good; for if we do not give up, the time will come when we will reap the harvest.  Galatians 6:9

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12.6.2013

Note to myself:  Give out nutrition bars for trick-or-treaters next year.  -Biggest Loser 2013

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12.20.2013

It has been a disaster this December.  Spent so much money ...on what?  So mad at myself. 

~Do not answer a fool according to his folly,
    or you yourself will be just like him.

Proverbs 26:4

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12.31.2013

In with the new and out with the old.  Excited for this new year. 

New Year's Resolution
1. Save, save, save!
2. Travel outside the country
3. Live a healthier lifestyle- physically, spiritually, and mentally. 
4. Lose weight
5. Overcome some personal obstacles

~When you are with unbelievers, always make good use of the time. Be pleasant and hold their interest when you speak the message. Choose your words carefully and be ready to give answers to anyone who asks questions. -Colossians 4:5-6