I’ve been absent from the “blogging world” for a while. I’ve been in the middle of a MAJOR business reconstruction….. I’ve reconstructed the business physically (we are nearly done with a move to a wonderful new location that will offer a small retail store too!) There’s been some mental reconstruction of the business too. I’m handling it with the help of some pretty amazing co-workers - realizing that God has given me amazing talent and tenacity and I can - pretty much handle whatever’s thrown at me! I will never second guess myself again!
I am blessed. I have my health. Great well-adjusted kids. I have a wonderful husband who supports me 100% and believes my ability 1000%. Friends….. I have a few REALLY good ones that get me through when I need it. I can pay my bills (because my husband and I work like MANIAC’S).
Challenges…. Oh yeah! I’ve had those. Mostly – they’ve been related to relationships in business. Relationships that I thought were mutual friendships even outside of business. I’m a “fixer”. I take on other peoples challenges – and- if I’ve got a good “thing” or an idea that I think will help – I want to share and help “fix” things.
I come from a place of trust and honesty. I just think – that’s not the place “most” people come from these days. It seems people are always searching for “hidden agenda’s”….. “ulterior motives”…… and expecting failure or bad things to happen despite evidence to the contrary. They assume the bad without checking the facts. They psyche themselves out of what may be the best opportunity of their lives. Opportunity STILL exists in America. I am a living example of that
This blog relates to recent challenges I’m facing. The challenges reminded me to look at a plaque hanging on the wall of my office. The author is unknown – but the words are POWERFUL. I’d like to share and hope it puts whatever difficulty you may be facing in perspective….
I asked for Strength……. And God gave me difficulties to make me strong.
I asked for Wisdom…… And God gave me problems to solve.
I asked for Prosperity…. And God gave me brain and brawn to work
I asked for Courage…… And God gave me danger to overcome.
I asked for Love…… And God gave me troubled people to help.
I asked for Favors…… And God gave me opportunities.
I received nothing I wanted……….
I received EVERYTHING I needed!
Be good to others and play nice!
Best!
Joann
Hey there “aunt Jo”,
I really enjoyed reading your blog. In knowing Chrissy, especially through some of her biggest challenges, I feel like I have come to know you…since you are often the one who is there to help her pick up her own pieces. When I read the line that says that you are a fixer, I was nodding my head in agreement. I am so thankful that Chrissy has you in her life…she is an amazing woman…and yet, we all need someone to lean on from time to time!
The “poem” from the plaque in your office is very powerful, and provides a lesson that we all need reminded of now and again! I hope that it helps you as you face some challenging times…also, I hope that some of the many people who you’ve helped during their own difficult times are able to repay the favor and help you now! ~Nicole