LOVE LETTER TO A CAT
by Steve Goodier

A love letter to a cat? Why not? At least Andrew thought it might work. This is an actual love letter written by a boy to his cat.But before you read the letter, you must understand this about the cat.

She is about as affectionate as a cactus. And besides, she goes to great lengths to avoid Andrew. She would rather sleep the day away in one of her many hiding places scattered throughout the boy's house than be near him. And on one of those rare occasions when she makes an appearance, he can forget about touching her.

If he never has anything to do with her, that is all right by the cat.The boy tries his best to be nice. He looks for her, searching the house for an occupied hiding place, and feels abundantly grateful if he should stumble upon his treasure.

He is occasionally allowed to stroke her once or twice before she flits off. He even feeds her, hoping to eventually win her confidence and perhaps even a bit ofaffection. But he is seldom rewarded with anything like attention.

Now that you know something about the cat, whose name is Mehitabel, by the way, what about the love letter? It was found next to the cat's food dish. This is what it said: "To cat (he couldn't spell Mehitabel!): I love you. Before you love me I will love you more. Love, Andrew. Meow!"

What a selfless love! "I love you. Before you love me I will love you more." That is the kind of patient love a parent may have for a child. And the kind of love God has for us, God's children.There is something beautifully excessive about a love that says, "Before you love me I will love you more." I believe we can use more excessive lovers!

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Next Level
Its raining,
and I am waiting for the rain
to stop.
No taxi in sight,
and bikes we call okada
have just been banned.
Now we have to take Taxi.
God Bless El-rufai.
He just moved Abuja
to a new level.

I don't know where else
God's grace will take me to next,
but am optimistic it is going to be
a right next level...
Lets see.
Maybe Uni, Maybe not,
maybe broadcasting,
maybe social work.
But whatever it may be,
I will have to watch pray more to find out!

The poem above was inspired by Kat Macleod. Actuall culled it out of the email I was sending to her. lol. The best is yet to come by God's grace. Happy independent celebration Nigeria! Enjoy this interview: http://www.vso.org.uk/about/volunteers/jennifer_ehidiamen.asp

Next Level
Its raining,
and I am waiting for the rain
to stop.
No taxi in sight,
and bikes we call okada
have just been banned.
Now we have to take Taxi.
God Bless El-rufai.
He just moved Abuja
to a new level.

I don't know where else
God's grace will take me to next,
but am optimistic it is going to be
a right next level...
Lets see.
Maybe Uni, Maybe not,
maybe broadcasting,
maybe social work.
But whatever it may be,
I will have to watch pray more to find out!

WHO'S YOUR BEST FRIEND? by Steve Goodier
Former prisoner James Knapp confessed to police that he'd robbed two stores in Oklahoma, because he missed his old cell mates. Police said they'd see if James could be reunited with his old friends. I think Mr. Knapp may have expressed something important, however. Friends, wherever we find them, are absolutely necessary.But do you know who your best friend is? Automaker Henry Ford was having lunch with a man, when he suddenly asked the man that very question. "Who is your best friend?" Ford asked.The man hesitated and Ford went on. "I'll tell you who your best friend is," he said. Then he wrote this sentence for the man to read: "Your best friend is he who brings out the best that is within you." Our best friends are those who do more than simplylike us. They also believe in us. They support us but, occasionally, they nudge us as well.Someone put it well: "A friend is someone who knows you as you are, understands where you've been, accepts who you've become, and still, gently invites you to grow."
Now...who is your best friend?
__________Steve Goodier's books & newsletter: http://LifeSupportSystem.com

..my prayer for you is this:

In this coming week, God will surprise you good. He will perfect all that you have been believing Him for. Watch out for His uncommon move in your life. Get ready for your miracle!

There is something about pleasing God that will cause Him to pass over a million people just to get to you! Stay connected to Him.

Have a Blessed day.

Jennifer

"Desiderata"

Go placidly amid the noise and haste,
and remember what peace there may be in silence.
As far as possible, without surrender,
be on good terms with all persons.

Speak your truth quietly and clearly;
and listen to others,
even to the dull and ignorant;
they too have their story.

Avoid loud and aggressive persons;
they are vexations to the spirit.
If you compare yourself with others,
you may become vain or bitter,
for always there will be greater and lesser persons than yourself.

Enjoy your achievements as well as your plans.
Keep interested in your own career,
however humble,
it's a real possession in the changing fortunes of time.

Exercise caution in your business affairs,
for the world is full of trickery.
But let this not blind you to what virtue there is;
many persons strive for high ideals,
and everywhere life is full of heroism.

Be yourself.
Especially do not feign affection.
Neither be cynical about love;
for in the face of all aridity and disenchantment,
it is as perennial as the grass.

Take kindly the counsel of the years,
gracefully surrendering the things of youth.
Nurture strength of spirit to shield you in sudden misfortune.
But do not distress yourself with dark imaginings.

Many fears are born of fatigue and loneliness.
Beyond a wholesome discipline,
be gentle with yourself.

You are a child of the universe
no less than the trees and the stars;
you have a right to be here.
And whether or not it is clear to you,
no doubt the universe is unfolding as it should.

Therefore be at peace with God,
whatever you conceive him to be.
And whatever your labors and aspirations,
in the noisy confusion of life,
keep peace in your soul.

With all its sham,
drudgery and broken dreams,
it is still a beautiful world.
Be cheerful.
Strive to be happy.

Have a great weekend!

The best is yet to come by His Grace!