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Tuesday, February 16, 2010

Recognizing Order

Today, I will recognize my trust and honor in the most high.
I will search for the path that I should take.
Each day, I awake, I should seek that new path within me that will bring new life
to the area of my rightful order.

Keeping my soul and energy restored
Keeping my thoughts pure and real
This is the known path of my destiny!

Walking through a series of storms
I know I am not alone.
I feel worn and torn
Yet, I know that I am not alone.

I feel the presence of a power much stronger than my own
This existence allows me comfort
I want to be embraced
I want to be loved and cherished by it!

So, this day is a new gift granted to me
I shall take with me all the wisdom
from within the knowledge I have been connected to.
Today, I give birth to that power that has been released

Universally, within me I seek to rise above the normality
that exists around me.
I am power, I am strength and I am courage.

I seek what I am!

Dorina Shine © 2010

Thursday, February 11, 2010

Speaking Growth into our being!

I want to be free and fly as high as the sky
my thoughts are visualized
no vision is compromised.

My heart is pure and I am real as can be
Wanting those of the same nature to fly with me
Soar beyond the normal and dare to use the process of the mind
to create the next vision that is now suspended in time.

It takes those with a mission to comprehend this description
The manifestation of all things in existence
So, keep the focus alive and strive to be on point
Let no one steal your dreams and force their determination into your view
Its right here, I become the true me
You, the truest you~

This was a flow I felt compelled to share because it was so deep in my heart. Too many times we second guess ourselves because of something that we are afraid of. This in not living, this is existing within the footsteps of another. Now is the time to step out on our own faith and make the past mistakes become our stepping stone to a better future. Walk up into your existence.

Dorina Shine © 2010

Tuesday, February 9, 2010

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Tranquility in Definition

"The more tranquil a man becomes, the greater is his success, his influence, his
power for good. Calmness of mind is one of the beautiful jewels of
wisdom."- James Allen

Many of us refuse tranquility in our world, as if we've become prone to drama states. It seems that if drama is not present, life is simply boring. Tranquility is a beautiful thing to search for. It's that inner peace that sits and waits for us to find it. This feeling is attached to our inner being. We just have to remain present long enough to become familiar with its purpose.

Some mistake tranquility for boredom and this is a big mistake. Find solace within and make sure it is released without, from our actions and our character. Patience is interchangeable with the word tranquility. For it is patience that will allow us the opportunity to see the energy that is seeking to emerge from our being.

If we are calm under certain circumstances, we find we can think much more clearly than if we were frustrated and temperamental. For it is here in frustration we make the biggest of our mistakes.

Wisdom is the underlying definition that embraces all key words here in this text. For wisdom will allow us a chance to understand and give insight to our feelings. This increases growth within our situation and manifests a new person with expression beyond measure.

Dorina Shine © 2010

Sunday, February 7, 2010

Journal of a writer 11-24-09 ( Just Giving)

There is much to be grateful for.
I welcome my family at my door.
For all to come in, and share the love of Holiday cheer!
Keeping thoughts of the past clear.

Making this day one to bless another,
makes me think of Holidays with my Mother!
She brought so much love and inspiration!

The table would show so much love and care,
to have us around and happiness in the air!
There is much to be grateful for this holiday.

In our hearts we should think of those who have no one to love.
Because situations have blocked connections.
This poem goes out to all hearts that are heavy!
Think of the good times and just maybe...

A conversation will spark, a laugh from the past create the atmosphere that keeps those we love near!
There is much to be grateful for!
Make this grateful feeling last!

Dorina Shine
Copyright 2009

Journal of a writer 12-1-09 (Redirecting Temptation)

What would life be like today, if Adam had taken his wife directly to God and manned up saying, “she has been tempted and is now suggesting I partake of the knowledge you forbade”.

I’ve always considered this situation to be a test. Due to the location (specifically in the center of the garden), and suggestion of enticement (having access to everything except the tree of life) and the description (the most beautiful of all things in the garden) shows God giving free will at the onset of existence.

The word temptation is defined as that which lures, entices, attracts, excites and pulls us towards a person place or thing.
According to Genesis Chapter 3 versus 4-7 we understand that Eve tempted Adam with the suggestion to partake of the tree of life. Having already been given instruction, their actions became an individual choice.

This entry is a description of the kind of man I want in my corner. Not perfection, but truly a man after Gods own heart, a man of righteous thought and actions favorable. One who will place me, not on a pedestal but will acknowledge my wrongs, not enable my actions nor partake of the negative I chose to bring that is not of good because this is the kind of woman I am and ignorance is no longer a defense.

Dorina Shine
Copyright© 2009

Journal of a writer 12-6-09 (Blessed in Friendship)

Romans 12:9-10
"Love must be sincere. Hate what is evil; cling to what is good. Be devoted to one another in brotherly love."
There are too many times people take on the identity of a “friend” in order to sway opinion, manipulate emotion to get what they want or to be nosy, period! Displaying all information around…in the name of gossip!

We should have such a close relationship to our Father that we can tell our problems, with faith that our help will come in the clearest form to assist in the matter.

“It is better to keep private and personal issues to self, until God sends someone loving enough to understand what we are going through. Praying with us in equally strong faith! Most times, we don’t have to even explain what the problem is because God has already spiritually informed those who are truly sent”!

Dorina Shine
Copyright © 2009
may friendship always remain as real as life!

Journal of a writer 12-8-09 (Thought Perception; where does it take you universally)

Everything starts with a thought. My thoughts are pure. With the purpose to promote the God that’s within me to help others. In all my ways I will accept the teachings of right, order and grace.
This is a ministry that most may claim to posses. Yet, when you come across something chaotic in life, people are not looking for one who can talk the talk. We need faith based perspectives to guide us in the darkness of a situation.
We need believers that can ordain the anointing and make something happen with the energy they hold through the connection they have with God. Wisdom and knowledge is universal and we all know right from wrong. Yet, some choose to do their will instead of the resolve that is moved by a right spirit.
Everything starts with a thought. We must be cognizant of our feelings for they may be prejudice in opinion.

Dorina Shine © 2009
Where does your thoughts take you universally?

Journal of a writer 12-10-09 (To thy own self be true, everything else will follow suit)

The knowledge of wisdom is granted by God! When we understand this relationship, it opens a door to being reborn. Actions that take away our character should be noted as an external loss of control. The rebirth I speak of comes from the heart that God manifested & knows the best alternative we should take.

We must also grasp the warning prior to the destruction we grant upon our situation. Trust the internal instinct especially if it has not failed us before!Even when we chose to ignore it.

Never second guess self when we feel the realness. The realization will become serious when we rethink our actions and say to ourselves how we should have done it differently. This leaves no room for doubting our truest feelings. Be blessed in all situations.
lets connect this energy to bring forth a stronger reflection!
Dorina Shine © 2009

Journal of a writer 12-14-09 God shows his face before the eyes of all people

The covenant that God proclaimed to Moses is the same unexpected signs that were given to Mary when she was to conceive by the Holy Spirit, when Noah was told to build an ark and prepare for what God was going to do. God willed this covenant with Moses stating that he must take this walk alone, to prepare him for this purpose. The Lord God was with him in this situation descending from the clouds. Moses accepted the truth and began to worship in a quick way. Moses asked God for forgiveness in regard to himself and all those who needed a pardon. God acknowledged that he was a God that was not quick to anger, but the guilty would be punished for generations to come.

God made a covenant at this time saying he would give pardon and do miraculous works that had not been seen in the land. It would be so awesome. Yet, we must keep the commandments given this day. Driving out all those who choose not to follow these, they will become a snare to us in later days. Do not connect with these inhabitants. Tear down their towers and know that it will be one wished of their own desire, “for I am a jealous God”. Do not take from their sacrifice. Nor, shall you take from their families the blood line given them. Take thy first fruits and submit it to the house of God. Moses stayed and meditated with the Lord for Forty days and nights without any natural resources and wrote the commandments given. Something miraculous happened with Moses within those Forty days!

This is the same today as it was long ago. We must keep the commandments to make our lives fulfilled. Those connected were given signs and told to follow with patience. It did not happen over night. Moses was extremely patient on “Mount Sinai”, remaining pure through the veil of righteousness while conversing with the Israelites and then again with the lord. My purpose for this scripture is to get a full understanding of the word of God. For, since it still stands to this day, I will learn the teachings and hide them within my heart so when the time comes I will have the word of knowledge to help me through any situation that will manifest. This word is only for those who are willing to believe. Not all will and that is why the miracles concerning Moses not partaking of natural resources are embodied within the text. We must choose to believe. To God be the Glory for all things done, doing and yet to be done!

Written and Interpreted by
Dorina Shine~
2009

Journal of a writer 12-16-09 (Are we the Authors of our own suffering?)

“rejoice in our sufferings, knowing that suffering produces endurance, and endurance produces character, and character produces hope, and hope does not put us to shame, because God's love has been poured into our hearts through the Holy Spirit who has been given to us”.—Romans 5:3-5

It is common nature to embrace what is comfortable and avoid what is uncomfortable. Yet, so many times we bring suffering upon our own selves. The devil doesn’t become involved until we give that energy the specific control to become part to our situation.
Before we become afflicted with illness, disease or some other debilitating circumstance, we should begin to realize we had more to do with the outcome than any other force that we wish to blame our series of events upon.

However, this suffering builds character and creates a stronger being that will soon manifest itself within a purpose, if we allow it. We all have done things we are ashamed of. Yet, as we grow within self from truth, knowledge and acceptance we find strength. This is the universal righteousness we are connected to. Its power wishes great health, family solidarity, financial growth and a flourishing life.

We are attached to something stronger than our circumstances, problems and fears. Our pride prevents our growth in many cases. With perseverance and faith in our own abilities we show a parallel correlation to our internal strength. This strength gives us hope and becomes greater than any situation that may try to stop our success. Challenge is the key word for this topic. Yet, mixed with determination nothing can stop it!
In all things find the Positive!

Dorina Shine
Copyright© 2009

Journal of a writer (12-20-09) My Gift to You!

"The beauty of life is that treasures are not stored outwardly in appearances! Its the acceptance from within that counts. Be beautiful always"!

Your beauty is much deeper than what the eye can behold
Its that sacrificial ability to love when we've gotten old
Looking back on the wonders you've shared
Lets us know were were truly blessed

Remember struggles we have gone through
Its the challenges we faced head on, me and you!
Looking forward and placing into view
Life as we live it... anew!

Stress can bring age quickly
Depression may happen to either or
But, lets not forget our dreams
Life's journey has given us so much more

When the beauty fades and the sands of life and gravity
shows us more than the outwardly
I Pray you still love me
Because, I am still me!

Copyright © Dorina Shine 2009
"The beauty of life is that treasures are not stored from outward appearances! Its the acceptance from within that counts. Be beautiful always"! Dorina Shine~

Journal of a writer (12-21-09) To All...With Love

I can't tell you how wonderfully blessed I am to have people in my life that truly care
Just seeing the remarks and blessings show me that you are there.
Even if we can't talk everyday...We are truly connected in a sincere way.
I will take all the blessings you've sent my way today.

I will hold them dear and to my heart near
Everyone has a special day...I will be sure to be there.
If not in the physical it will be in the spiritual
It's just the thought that makes it sentimental.

It's special to know we are loved
As precious as a lovely Black Dove.
So, I thank you all for the blessings and wishes this day
I will be sure to return them in loves same special way!

Your friend, Dorina!

Copyright © 2009

Journal of a writer (12-24-09) Recovering Augmentation

2009 has been very significant to me!
One, in which I hold much respect and loyalty.
From the first Black President.
Great strides in history represents what can really be achieved.

The economic recession grandma warned me about.
She told us we would experience it, without a doubt.
How to live with small amounts and save for rainy days.
That would eventually come again, in our own decades

Taking heed to follow obediently,
Thinking of the Stock Market crash that still affects us astronomically.
The housing, banks and big Government swayed.
So many celebrities to the Earth has been laid.
The passing away of my Mother, Michael Jackson and many others

By helping my family who still remain here, in this New Year, with me!
My vision and mission is to be all I can be.
The space I share in my heart will help not only me,
But a great many others achieve their dreams, successfully!
2010 will begin on a positive note for me!

I will take this as a sign of the time with "Hope" as my design.
No more asking others to make it right.
But, keeping my theories, experiences and energy tight!
Knowing within my faith,
2010 will be my Year through saving Grace!
The best way to live life is in progress!
Dorina Shine
Copyright © 2009

Journal of a writer 12-27-09 (Cameo and the Canvas)

My characters role is but a small link to an ingenious work of art. The canvas holds an abstract summary which explains my internal feelings. Its relationship embraces one another. As the colors swirl from my view and are lightly brushed upon this canvas, thoughts sweep my spirit into a whisper of my emotions. Each brush stroke is another form of creative thought within my imagination.
The colors used are replicated in a connection that blends perfectly. Shades of green shows life, the browns and orange hues represent the struggles I have endured. The Earth has embraced my soul and caused an overwhelming burgundy- rose tinted outline which represents the peace that encircles my anxiety.
Whenever I choose, I can sachet myself within this canvas. Every shade used, creates a special dichotomy within my mind. Forming all I desire and seek. Bringing forth a new description that will depict yet another emotion.
Abstract art is the performer’s way of creating an epic version of their life, within their own psyche. This vision will allow expression, to freely manifest itself within an awareness of how we analyze our truest feelings.

My purpose here is to express how important visual writing can be. Visual images come forth as I express my thoughts. This is your canvas as well! Reflect your imagination through your own journey of visual thought!

Painting our own Canvas!
Dorina Shine
Copyright© 2009

Journal of a writer 1-2-10 (Mysteries defined to the 13th Power)

Someone asked the question why does God work in mysterious ways?
Life itself is a mystery and it holds secrets that has baffled man for centuries. As we become so technological and scientific in our society, we begin to look at all things being a matter of specific fact. The beauty of wisdom (especially to the 13th Power) is that we see things much more deeply! We recognize the significance of mystery behind the stories in the bible as being, not only a depiction of the struggle or consequence, but, the moral’s underlying fact.

We recognize that when one loaf of bread feeds a multitude, when Noah saved a generation based on a word that was given to only him, when young men were in the fiery furnace and made it through, when a 90 year old woman could conceive, it really showed us how extreme a mysterious work can be when wisdom is at the core of its thought. Some may call it ignorance or lack of knowledge only because they have not been blessed enough to see things deeper than what science and technology has defined.

God works in mysterious ways in order to give hope to the hopeless! If you have never been hopeless, then you could never understand the heart felt meaning of having a miracle happen with no explanation. Once we take off the blinders and try seeing the answers to actions as more than some fact, then that’s when we feel the presence of a higher power.

When I see mysterious works being performed in my own life, I become enlightened when others may choose to become confused or intrigued. It’s all a matter of experience. I am blessed to say, I think within wisdom's 13th Power. It seems to manifest my thoughts much more clearly and much more extensive. God dwells right in the center of the power!
The Power of mysterious thought!
Dorina Shine © 2010

Shall the Earth be shaken?

The devastation experienced in Haiti shows us some important factors in life.
It shows us first and foremost that this is not a natural disaster created by God.
This is a man made disaster. In the last days it is written that man will be the force that shall bring evil upon itself.

It also shows the love we should extend to our fellowman, love, regardless of any negative situation.
It is written "how can we love God whom we have never seen, but refuse to show love to our brothers and sisters who we do see"?

Shall the Earth be shaken in order to get our attention?
Must we lose 100,000 plus individuals in order to show compassion?
This feeling should extend from one man, woman and child to the next.

Let's wake up and see that we (human beings) will be the ones who will inevitably destroy each another.
God is not the Author of confusion. It is written and I believe the word of God before any story I may see on the national news.

It's further ironic to me the fact that a great deal of disasters are encompassed around the letter H.
HIV, H1N1, Hepatitis, Herpes, Hurricane Katrina, Haiti, Hiroshima, Holocaust, Hitler, Hell and the list can go on and on.

My point here is there is one positive I find in this theory and that is the balancing of all that is good and that is the concept of Heaven. This is where all things come back to the center for me. Knowing there will be a new Heaven and a new Earth. So others may have a fresh start on humanity and hopefully it will be one that stays more positive than what our Historical experiences have been.
From the Earth, all things must be considered when man has a hand in it!
Dorina Shine© 2010

What are you in it for?

Life is a constant up hill battle. Do not give up. When we look back at the end of our day do we say, I wish, I should have or I gotta do this or that? That means the Earth has rotated on its axis without you. Time is moving forward without a purpose to the person who does absolutely nothing with their time given.

Don't let life pass without giving something to the flavor. We must set our footprints into the sand of time so that we will not just be another fixture on societies wall of failures. Stand up, stand out and stand proud for your achievements each and every day.

If we find ourselves not having done anything towards our future. It's fine. We've realized we've made the mistake and tomorrow is the starting point for the next success. My hope for all in this world is to do something that will bring pride to God first and ourselves second. Everything else follows suit.

TO God be the glory that help me manifest the great will of my power. For without the connection, I would not be able to focus, generate the power from within to help me stay focused or bring such fulfillment to my life.

I am victorious and will be a victor each day that I wake. As sand through the hour glass. So does time escape!
Dorina Shine copyright 2010

Journal of a writer (1-27-10) Youth Responsibility

Today, I would like to talk about children being trained to have some form of responsibility. That way, when they are older, it is an expectation they are aware of. When we teach our young how to be independent thinkers and players, it allows them to understand being in their own company is just as or more important than being around a group.
In rearing my daughter and grandchildren, I have another opportunity to use my experiences and teach them what I may not have known 20 years ago. I want them to be leaders and it starts at their ages. My daughter is 11 years old, the youngest is 3 months old and can be more patient than his older brother who is 19 months.
Children will react to how we act. They can be just as manipulative as some adults, when trying to get their way. But, I will work very diligently to teach them the ways that are genuine, sincere and compassionate.
I want them to understand it's not what they get away with when our backs are turned. Its how in control they are of their actions, when they are aware no one is looking.
This is a work in progress but it was truly something I chose to do from my heart. With the help of God, I will try with all my might to raise them to be as responsible, loving and in control of themselves so the system will not have to control them. They will only become statistics if they allow themselves to. Especially, after having been taught.
Train up a child in the way they should go. That way when they are old, they will not depart from it.
Dorina Shine
Copyright © 2010

Journal of a writer (1-29-10) Rejected by our own...stand, regardless!

It simply amazes me the respect we get from those who don't know us in the effort of our goals and achievements. Jesus was rejected by his own. Do not be overwhelmed when these times come in life. Go out among others who will have faith in your works because of your abilities, truths and good. Worry not about those who are negative in their opinion. It brings us down and makes it hard to excel.

What happens when the negative sources are family and members very closely linked to us. We must shake the desire to believe the negative. Cling to that which is good. It is important to remind ourselves daily of our mission, purpose and gifts given to us, individually. Something man can not take away. Yet, it is easy to lose it for ourselves.

Be bold and go in confidence, for it is here that God picks us up and carries us. But, we need not give weight to doubt. It becomes much too much for anyone to carry.

When we become afflicted by low esteem issues resort back to this conclusion;
" He was in the world, and the world was made by him, and the world knew him not. He came unto his own, and his own received him not. But as many as received him, to them gave he power to become the sons of God, even to them that believe on his name:" (John 1:10-12)
The weight of the world can be a heavy burden!
I will never forget!
Dorina Shine © 2010

Journal of a writer (1-31-10) 380° relativity

On the eve and close of the first month of this New Year, I must say I am overwhelmed by the deaths that has already taken place. These are signs of the end days.The fulfillment of the revelation.

I will take the remainder of my 2010 as being a blessing and manifest as much positivity within it as possible. God will not leave us, nor forsake us in the matter of living. It is up to us to keep the faith and not bend or become wavering with the wind of change, In the midst of our storm.

Sometimes we may ask the question "why"? This is when we become closer to God and allow the essential answers to become profound within our thoughts. God said in his word, "I am Alpha and Omega, the beginning and the end".

When we find solace within the will of God, our answers become easier to bear. God will give us peace in the midst of the storm. Take note, if victims in Haiti were still able to rejoice while under buildings waiting for crews to come to their aid, I know we can rejoice, in the midst of our current situations.

Just a little something God laid on my mind tonight for the heavy at heart. May our strength become renewed daily.

Dorina Shine © 2010
The Ancient Egyptians used the ankh to stand for the word ʿnḫ meaning life.

Journal of a writer (2-1-10) Requesting Peace For My Soul~

I long to have peace in my being. I seek positivity within my spiritual healing this day. May all negativity in which I've encountered not befall me to the point I am frustrated to anger. I search for spiritual awakening and comfort within the realm of my wisdom.

Transform my thoughts to positive energy, so that all who encamp around me will see the virtue within my being. May the universe embark upon my senses a value of tranquility that will meditate through me both night and day.

My all I think equate to the good that I possess from within my being. Focusing on the better day I know is sure to come, as long as I look to the hills from where my help cometh. My hands are cupped with the out pour of loving kindness that I know I am.

I seek wisdom as to allow myself to be angry. Yet, sinning in that anger is not an option. I sought the good and it delivered me from my own demise. It is better for me to meditate in a SumAnRa stance than to allow another to dictate how my character's soul will manifest from within my heart.

I am here, I am free, I am real! This is the most spiritual of the spiritual me, belonging to Thee!
Tranquility in its quietest sense.

Dorina Shine © 2010

Journal of a writer (2-4-10) WISDOM SPEAKS

Never take for granted the teachings of wisdom.
Heed her warnings and try hard to keep her formatted.
She doesn't introduce life as a fairy tale that allows us to create our own alternate endings.

Life is a journey filled with major issues which may take wisdom to figure out.
Keep patience in your front pocket, understanding in your back pocket and the will of your higher power within your breastplate.

Nothing in life is guaranteed! So remember to think of your happiness in all things.
Remembering there are always obstacles that must be reached. Goals to constantly be achieved.
This makes us stronger and keeps us permeated within the will of goodness.

The power in the days ahead keeps us in tune to better days.
Reminiscing of days past, we find they weren’t so bad after all.
Experience and embrace this fact; nothing lasts forever.
Not the good, nor the bad.

Find the happy medium and manifest that purpose within your soul and let no one take it from you.
It's here that life’s lessons teach the phenomenal perspective that we endure even the most serious of all things.

If were standing, we were not knocked down. If we were knocked down we can rise once more. Hold to that inspirational faith that all things are part of life and the lesson it teaches us.

Dorina Shine © 2010

Be encouraged and Inspired!

When I become the award winning writer I set out to be, I will remain as humble as I am today. There are too many individuals that I see regularly that simply use their status and title to make themselves appear to have that "better than the next person" attitude.

What's most important is realizing our gifts and where they derive. They come from universal power which is stored within. Maintaining a connection to this power is the best way to stay relatively grounded. Showing forth thanks from our attitude when we become renowned, is better to me than if receiving the American Author's award.

I will not hold all credit for the power manifested from within my soul. If messages that I write are a help to someone, that is the God within that is shining brightly and to the universal essence all power positively results.

Many of those along the journey may show favor and respect. Then there are others who will also show remorse and dislike. That is really not my concern, because it distracts my thoughts and positive vibes and also hinders my energy that I need to remain as focused in writing as I can.

Here I am, working towards the goals in which I am dedicating myself to achieve. There is not much to learn from a negative individual who has clearly lost focus. I must assume that ultimate risk in seeing how far my purpose and vision may actually take me. This being done in all positivity.

Be constantly inspired, that along with creativity can take us higher.

Dorina Shine © 2010

Saturday, February 6, 2010

Get Up and GO!

Many times we expect God to be our Super hero in the challenges of life. This is not our higher powers purpose. We must use our faith as if we are tuning up a spiritual vehicle. God will not leave us, nor forsake us when it comes to situations we may be unable to face. God can heal the sick, raise the dead and give strength to the weak. Yet, he can not perform these miracles without our help. We must believe and realize there are some actions that we must take in order to become beneficiaries of the goodness.

God demands us to be accountable for our own actions! This is why we are blessed with the free will to make choices. Our higher power will give us our hearts desire. Yet, what we must give in return is that ultimate faith of a mustard seed that will grow and produce buds of other stronger faith seeds. This can be done by meditation, a nice and encouraging word or just a sense of understanding someone who may not be on the same spiritual level as we may be.

God is like a father that expects good reports and behaviors. This will only allow men to see our gifts and our light will shine so that God may be glorified. This is something that makes for a strong relationship with a father that is seeking to instill a value of consistent abilities within our character. It is constant balance of working to embrace the realities that surround our desire to be successful. Just as any father would expect.

Giving up in faith is not an option that will bring rewarding results. Being connected with our higher authority will give us that extra push when God gives us that shovel to push out the obstacles from within our path. No that we are not alone in the walk. He is there to be our support and with the understanding, knowledge and wisdom are we embraced with the voice of goodness. Faith is when we can walk a mile and not feel weary, yet we never thought that we would be able to make it down the street. These are our chances to act upon that small seed of integrity that is enveloped within our being. Given by our higher power.

Dorina Shine © 2010