So, I'm pregnant....and it hasn't been the easiest so far but, as much as my attitude REALLY sucks at times, I am still wanting to learn and grow with God's direction and guidance throughout this time.

One thing that has really stood out to me is knowing when to speak and when to listen.

Let me go a bit deeper into that broad statement.....I am a fixer. I want to fix problems, shed light on situations and share my opinion/thoughts but I need to realize that sometimes people aren't looking for that. For your answer to their issue, complaint or problem. Sometimes all they want is a listener.

I get that, trust me I do....just recently I called a really good friend of mine and kinda unloaded on her.

She. Just. Listened.

It was exactly what I needed at the time(so thank you dear friend if you ever read this).

I never want to be known as a "know it all" who always has an opinion.

I want to be the best version of Jesus that I can be to all my dear family, friends and acquaintances. I want God to direct when I speak and when I am silent....listening.

I'm gonna mess up, make some mistakes but my desire will always be the same, to be more and more like Jesus to those around me. I believe that should be the deepest desire of all, and in all areas. Let God correct(sucky sometimes, I know), let God guide(can be scary to let go), let God be your center and your all in all.

He has NEVER failed me....I have failed Him so many times and He never backs away from me and who I am. He is always wanting more of me and more from me.

I want to give Him more.....always.

Xo, TinaMarie