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Getting rid of stress.
19 JulJanet spent this past week on a mission trip to Bolivia but still found time to share a blog with us.
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Just the Two of Us.
14 JunWalking by Faith, Not by Sight
Janet Perez Eckles
Reblogged from Janet Eckles Blog
There he was, the main character, doing what he does best as the stunt man for one of the most popular action-packed shows in Disney World.
Among the audience of thousands, on the third row, nestled in her grandma’s lap, his 3-year-old daughter’s eyes danced with delight. She followed his leaps in the air, daring walls of fire and dropping from incredible heights. His skill displayed in the midst of the action that exploded all around that huge stage.
Then it happened. For a second, he glanced into the crowd and locked his eyes with his little girl’s. Then with a subtle move, he lifted his right hand and gave her an “I love you” sign.
Her chubby legs wiggled back and forth, making her brown curls bounce around her cheeks. And with a grin of delight, she made the same sign with her tiny hand back to him.
For a few seconds, there was a magical connection between daddy and daughter. The sign was for her. And her response was for him only.
Isn’t that the way God also connects with us? In the midst of His divine performance of making the universe happen, the sun radiate, the moon shimmer and the stars light up the dark night, He’s sending an “I love you” sign to each of us, individually, personally and directly.
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Does Anything Last Until the End
31 MayWalking by Faith, Not by Sight
Janet Perez Eckles
Goodness, spring is almost over and the spring cleaning isn’t done. Nudged by a bit of guilt, I rolled up my sleeves, and began with closets, then drawers. As I tossed out jars of who-knows-what in my bathroom drawer—old tubes of lipstick, creams that probably ended up there from when I was a teenager. But among the junk, to my delight, I found the little bottle of perfume I’ve been searching for for months. It was my favorite for its delicate, yet delicious scent.
Without hesitation, I popped the glass lid off, brought it to my nose, and the scent was, well, blah. How could that fancy bottle of perfume lose its fragrance?
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Janet Perez Eckles~ Finding Lasting Satisfaction
17 MayWalking by Faith, Not by Sight
Janet Perez Eckles
Have you ever been happy with yourself, totally satisfied? I felt that way a few weeks ago when I re-wrote the first chapter of the novel I had just completed. The story, engaging and the characters, sassy and insightful. The end product was, well, a masterpiece (pride aside, of course).
Then it happened. I got it back from the editor. I swallowed hard and my shoulders drooped with disbelief. The whole thing was riddled with corrections, questions, and endless suggestions for improvements. I cringed, but accepting the changes was imperative because the editor had in mind a great product and a better story. She outlined her plan for results that, no doubt, would shine.
Read the rest of the story at Janet’s blog. I promise you,it is worth the click! : http://www.janetperezeckles.com/finding-lasting-satisfaction/#sthash.Fv2yEtyg.dpuf
The book of our life has a happy ending when we leave the planning and the plot to the God of the universe because “’For I know the plans I have for you,’ declares the Lord, ‘plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you a hope and a future’” (Jeremiah 29:11-13)
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Overcoming Fear of Snakes
26 AprWalking by Faith, Not by Sight
Janet Perez Eckles
I’m a rare bird. I’m not afraid of snakes, not really. Could it be that I don’t see them?
The other day this was put to the test. My 6-year-old granddaughter jumped on my lap. “Nana! There is a huge lizard on the carpet.”
Huge lizard? She likes lizards and she usually guides my hand to grab them by the tail (catching them happens to be a common thing in Florida). But this “huge” lizard might in reality be a snake.
So what does a logical, collected and calm blind Nana do? I grabbed my most effective and best weapon—a broom. “Quick, honey. Guide Nana to the place you see it and I’ll sweep it away.”
After many diligent but futile efforts of chasing that reptile under the toy box, under the clothes hamper, inside the closet, we gave up.
Not knowing where it would appear next, peace for the day slithered out, too.
You’ve been there, haven’t you? Life is going along fine and then suddenly something appears unwanted, unexpected.
-Read more of Janet’s encouraging message at: http://www.janetperezeckles.com/overcoming-fear-of-snakes/#sthash.cZS4KpdS.dpuf
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How to Overcome Insecurities
12 AprWalking by Faith, Not by Sight
Janet Perez Eckles
As a teenager, I wish I had known how to overcome not only insecurities, but self-doubt and timidity, too. Like my monogrammed purse, I carried them everywhere. You would expect that at my age, I would have conquered them. Not so.
“It’s upside down, hanging on the pole,” hubby said as he stood looking out the patio door. “It ate all the bird seed.”
“What did?” Curiosity sparked in me.
When he told me it was a possum, I cringed. Although they’re God’s creatures, I dislike them more than a little. They rip our garbage bags, eat the eggs cute ducks lay, and ruin our yard. And to make it more disgusting, the bird seed we prepared for the birdies were now feeding the very creatures I so dislike. Yuck!
But sadly, that wasn’t the only time I fed something I disliked. I had been a pro at feeding my insecurities with lies—my friends won’t accept me if I say something wrong. Why try something new, I’ll surely fail.
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How to Get Rid of Headaches
6 AprWalking by Faith, Not by Sight
Janet Perez Eckles
Does anyone out there have the answer or solutions to get rid of headaches? You know those pesky intruders that alter your day?
I wish I knew. The other day I had one of them. The aching throb spread right around the right eye socket. Yuck. It took my concentration away, made me a bit irritable. And since no meds enter this chica’s body, I suffered through it.
Then it happened. God smiled at me. He sent me the most experienced, dedicated and admirable physical therapist. Who, ahem, happens to be my dear friend.
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The Secret to Success
29 MarWalking by Faith, Not by Sight
Janet Perez Eckles
When someone asks you the question What is the secret to success? What do you say?
When I was 11 years old and lived in my native country of Bolivia, we did a strange thing when the weather changed.
“It’s starting to rain!” someone would call out. Then all of us dashed around grabbing old pots, cans and any containers we could find. One by one, we placed them under each spot of our leaky roof.
That was a routine for us. We accepted it. And even thought it normal when electricity and water shut off right at noon.
You can read the rest of The Secret to Success: on Janet’s website: http://www.janetperezeckles.com/the-secret-to-success/#sthash.nTdW4pku.dpuf
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