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Ariel · Mar 20, 2007

Wow, Spring, Linchen, Nana, Bonnie--

You all look gorgeous! Stunning, in fact!

Speaking of which, I'd better get in the shower and get dressed--I have a luncheon today with a woman's group, and another appt before that.

I'm the world's worst party person. I dread every function, although I do great when I get there....

gratefulgrace · Mar 20, 2007

I am kind of like that too. Making the decision to do something is the hard part. Inertia is much easier. Lol. Hope you have a great time Ariel. Jan

gratefulgrace · Mar 20, 2007

With everyone all dressed up perhaps I should change my outfit. But as per my previous post the decision to do that is difficult. I will see what I can find. Jan

linchen · Mar 20, 2007

Ariel said:
Wow, Spring, Linchen, Nana, Bonnie--

You all look gorgeous! Stunning, in fact!

Thank you Ariel!

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nanajojothatsme · Mar 20, 2007

Ariel said:
Wow, Spring, Linchen, Nana, Bonnie--

You all look gorgeous! Stunning, in fact!

Speaking of which, I'd better get in the shower and get dressed--I have a luncheon today with a woman's group, and another appt before that.

I'm the world's worst party person. I dread every function, although I do great when I get there....

well thanks and you don't look so bad yourself there lady

Ariel · Mar 20, 2007

gratefulgrace said:
I am kind of like that too. Making the decision to do something is the hard part. Inertia is much easier. Lol. Hope you have a great time Ariel. Jan

Thank you so much for understanding! Yes, inertia is definitely part of it--it's so much easier to just stay at home! I think also I have a tendency to be apprehensive, and I have to "gut it out" every time, at least at first.

The luncheon went extremely well. I'm so grateful that the Lord has been teaching me how to handle difficult people, because these university-related functions can have some of the most challenging personalities I've ever met. Hence my apprehension. And yet the irony is that I am well liked and even sought after--thanks to the Lord, who helps me every time! He is so good, so incredibly good.

So, I lived to survive another day!

Going on--I wish you could see my beautiful garden right now. Daffodils in profusion, and my fruit trees are in full bloom.

Sending love and happy thoughts your way!

Ariel · Mar 20, 2007

nanajojothatsme said:
well thanks and you don't look so bad yourself there lady

Well thank you very kindly, MiLady Nana!

Wouldn't it be nice to have some of the lovely gowns we find here on CF in our closets--AND have a reason for wearing them?

I usually run around in jeans, much to my husband's chagrin...

In heaven, however, just think of how lovely it will be to have perfect bodies (1 Cor. 15:42-44), gowns of salvation, and robes of righteousness (Is. 61:10).

We will have a perfectly awesome reason for dressing up, too. We are the bride of Christ!

Springrain · Mar 20, 2007

Wouldn't it be nice to have some of the lovely gowns we find here on CF in our closets--AND have a reason for wearing them?

I did feel drawn to that lovely gown and hopeing for a reason for a place in time to wear it. Thank goodness, that was a fleating moment overcome.

We are the bride of Christ!

OH yes...Brides of Christ...I can respond to that...

Today, I am kind of hoping for wings myself and the simple clothing of a white robe is what I crave.

I hope in heaven to serve as the Angels do and I hope it includes singing in the choirs. I would love to be a Spirit that returns to be a guide. Therefore is a good reason why I want to learn and serve now to prepare for what is ahead.

As for being out there in the world...we just need to let the Holy Spirit shine through us. That is the key, not the clothes we cover our body with. Although a fresh shower and appropriate clothing for our public world gives a quality appearance of respect for God... did we not as children wear our Sunday best to present ourselves in the house of God? We forget that the temple is within us and yet it can get pretty nasty in there sometime. When we are filled with the Holy Spirit we GLOW....even strangers say so; you know this is true. They are attracted to what they do not know.Therefor we should not cut ourselves off from that outer world and give in to the blahs. I myself fall into this. I use my own writing and hobbies as reason to be alone ( a thinker I am - LOL).

In the outer world, persons not filled with the Holy Spirit are sometimes drawn to us and those persons who allow demons in their lives may even hang around us, trying to derail us for a while. However, they eventually tire of hanging out with Holiness and go on their way to find other souls to prey upon. I think there is hughe discomfort for them to be near the TRUTH. For this reason, it is necessary for us to pray and use our gift of discernment and not fall lazy in using all gifts of the Holy Spirit. I have been fooled by some of those kind of people, but not for long. The Holy Spirit gives his nudge and when you listen to that nudge and begin to pay attention, He energizes us with what we need for our own protection and for ministering.

I interject this now as a testimony to give encouragement to my sisters and brothers and stake out the place where you find fellowship with each other, as a Holy Place, to be sealed with the Holy Spirit Himself by the Blood of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.

And this is the season of Lent during which time we draw close to the Holy Spirit in prayer and sacrifice....what else should we exepect but to be under fire by evil spirits. I am reminded of this scripture

Luke 22: 39-54

He came out and went, as was his custom, to the Mount of Olives; and the disciples followed him. When he reached the place, he said to them, 'Pray that you may not come into the time of trial.'

Of course the apostles had not been filled with the Holy Spirit yet as that did not occur until Penticost.

(I know dear friends that you know all this, yet I must detail my position here at this time for those who may read and do not have this knowledge.)

Please bear with me in love and patience for the Spirit demands this of me today.

It is His reason I speak of this, not my own, for I have prayed and placed myself in His hands. May the grace of humility guide me in every word I say and every deed I do today and always all the days of my life.

So today...I say

Have a good day and be safe in His Arms

Blessings of the most Holy Kind upon you and your families

Ysabel · Mar 20, 2007

Oh I can't wait for those heavenly robes! and to worship at Jesus' feet! What a day that will be

In the meantime, my daughter found a great site with dresses and skirts that are a good compromise to the lovely gowns here. It's called holyclothing.com.

Both lovely, and functional

She's on here somewhere, she sent me...but I can't ever remember what she calls herself on here!

Springrain · Mar 20, 2007

Holy Clothes ????????????????????

Oh I have to go have a look at that

Be Right Back.....

Springrain · Mar 20, 2007

Reporting back on online shopping...

I did see a link for t-shirts and one of the shirts had a figure of Jesus on the front....

The words inscribed said: "look busy Jesus is coming"

for some of the younger crowd I guess.

I think I will just stick with J. C. Penny

sk8Joyful · Mar 20, 2007

Springrain said:
Holy Clothes ????????????????????

Oh I have to go have a look at that

Be Right Back.....

"Holy clothes"; what a concept!

Lesseee
Jesus Christ was the Designer/Creator of our *Soul*.
Next,
Jesus Christ also further Blessed us with our *Mind* = the Learning-computer part of us we
Next,
Use for continuing ... growing, & developing... our *Body*

Might the clothes, I either sewed myself, &/or bought from a Thrift-store, serve the job well

Cheers! Annie

gratefulgrace · Mar 21, 2007

I am sure they will Annie in fact I know so.

Ariel · Mar 21, 2007

Wow, I was in a mood yesterday. We had just returned from Houston, where we went to see my second son and his wife and baby...and every time I say good-bye to my kids and grandkids I end up in tears. Maybe someone else understands?

So there I was yesterday, writing again.

To My Son

My son, I know you’ve grown,
It‘s time to let you go--

And I’m proud of you, and want what’s best for you in life--
And so I’ll say good-bye, and wipe the tears out of my eyes--
And let you go--and while I smile, I’ll cry inside--

You’re going places I will never be--
In the future that is yet, we’ll be apart--
But if you can’t go on with me,
Go on with God, be at His side.
And He will take you to the places in His heart--

And know that He who hears you,
Knows my heart is praying still,
And letting go--
And letting God take up His part--

--Diana Denchfield Clancy

mommysue · Mar 21, 2007

Ariel said:
Wow, I was in a mood yesterday. We had just returned from Houston, where we went to see my second son and his wife and baby...and every time I say good-bye to my kids and grandkids I end up in tears. Maybe someone else understands?

So there I was yesterday, writing again.

To My Son

My son, I know you’ve grown,
It‘s time to let you go--

And I’m proud of you, and want what’s best for you in life--
And so I’ll say good-bye, and wipe the tears out of my eyes--
And let you go--and while I smile, I’ll cry inside--

You’re going places I will never be--
In the future that is yet, we’ll be apart--
But if you can’t go on with me,
Go on with God, be at His side.
And He will take you to the places in His heart--

And know that He who hears you,
Knows my heart is praying still,
And letting go--
And letting God take up His part--

Oh Ariel!!!!
What a beautiful poem!!! It says exactly what I feel about my son and my daughter. I don't have the gift of writing and was wondering what you would think if I used what you wrote to convey my feelings to my children?
My son and family live 3 hours away from me. The Lord has blessed me so much by allowing me to visit them every other week for 2-3 days while I babysit my darling grandbabies. Even tho' I have that time with them, I still choke up when I leave them.
Thank you SO much for sharing!
From one Mom/grandmother to another!
MommySue

Ariel · Mar 21, 2007

mommysue said:
Oh Ariel!!!!
What a beautiful poem!!! It says exactly what I feel about my son and my daughter. I don't have the gift of writing and was wondering what you would think if I used what you wrote to convey my feelings to my children?
My son and family live 3 hours away from me. The Lord has blessed me so much by allowing me to visit them every other week for 2-3 days while I babysit my darling grandbabies. Even tho' I have that time with them, I still choke up when I leave them.
Thank you SO much for sharing!
From one Mom/grandmother to another!
MommySue

MommySue, thank you so much for understanding--it feels better that I'm not the only one!

Yes, of course you can use it, I will be honored. I went back to add my name.

Ariel · Mar 21, 2007

sk8Joyful said:
"Holy clothes"; what a concept!

Lesseee
Jesus Christ was the Designer/Creator of our *Soul*.

Might the clothes, I either sewed myself, &/or bought from a Thrift-store, serve the job well

Cheers! Annie

Hey, Annie, I used to sew, too!

And I thought that the clothes I sewed were far better than anything I could have bought. For one thing, I could have a longer hemline. Lol! Talk about the need for holy clothes--do you recall the mini-skirt days?

My skirts used to end half way up my thighs! Yikes! But then the Lord began speaking to me about the way I dressed. So down those hems came. That was in my 20's. But to do that, I had to sew my own clothes.

And sometimes I think I should start sewing again, because it seems fashion designers aren't too concerned about making a woman look gracious and elegant...

bcauser · Mar 21, 2007

linchen said:
Nice thread!

I've never been in here!

Hello everyone!

I'm 61

Hi and welcome to the nest!! Come here some more we love new people. Love your avatar!!

Springrain said:
Well, nanajojo, I have lost count on your outfit changes this week...is it 10 yet LOL LOL LOL LOL

Blue is good too...I can say that blue dress has the smallest waitline !!!!

this one cracks me up

Springrain said:
B...
Hey Spring you look real pretty to!! Yes Jo just goes from one stunning outfit to another

I have never seen you look so stunning

Thank you Spring gift from Jo!! My outfitter(ha ha )

bcauser · Mar 21, 2007

Ariel said:
Wow, Spring, Linchen, Nana, Bonnie--

You all look gorgeous! Stunning, in fact!

Speaking of which, I'd better get in the shower and get dressed--I have a luncheon today with a woman's group, and another appt before that.

I'm the world's worst party person. I dread every f
unction, although I do great when I get there....

Know exactly what you mean. Hate getting dressed up and then actually leaving my little house, rather just stay here and everyone come to me

gratefulgrace said:
With everyone all dressed up perhaps I should change my outfit. But as per my previous post the decision to do that is difficult. I will see what I can find. Jan

Feel the same way Jan(wonder if it's an age thing?)

Ariel said:
Thank you so much for understanding! Yes, inertia is definitely part of it--it's so much easier to just stay at home! I think also I have a tendency to be apprehensive, and I have to "gut it out" every time, at least at first.

The luncheon went extremely well. I'm so grateful that the Lord has been teaching me how to handle difficult people, because these university-related functions can have some of the most challenging personalities I've ever met. Hence my apprehension. And yet the irony is that I am well liked and even sought after--thanks to the Lord, who helps me every time! He is so good, so incredibly good.

So, I lived to survive another day!

Going on--I wish you could see my beautiful garden right now. Daffodils in profusion, and my fruit trees are in full bloom.

Sending love and happy thoughts your way!

It is good the Lord is teaching you how to handle difficult people, it helps to get through on this forum also.
Ok, where in the USA do you live that everything is in bloom??? I still have snow!!(Western NY)

Ariel said:
Well thank you very kindly, MiLady Nana!

Wouldn't it be nice to have some of the lovely gowns we find here on CF in our closets--AND have a reason for wearing them?

I usually run around in jeans, much to my husband's chagrin...

In heaven, however, just think of how lovely it will be to have perfect bodies (1 Cor. 15:42-44), gowns of salvation, and robes of righteousness (Is. 61:10).

We will have a perfectly awesome reason for dressing up, too. We are the bride of Christ!

Right!!

Springrain said:
I did feel drawn to that lovely gown and hopeing for a reason for a place in time to wear it. Thank goodness, that was a fleating moment overcome.

OH yes...Brides of Christ...I can respond to that...

Today, I am kind of hoping for wings myself and the simple clothing of a white robe is what I crave.

I hope in heaven to serve as the Angels do and I hope it includes singing in the choirs. I would love to be a Spirit that returns to be a guide. Therefore is a good reason why I want to learn and serve now to prepare for what is ahead.

As for being out there in the world...we just need to let the Holy Spirit shine through us. That is the key, not the clothes we cover our body with. Although a fresh shower and appropriate clothing for our public world gives a quality appearance of respect for God... did we not as children wear our Sunday best to present ourselves in the house of God? We forget that the temple is within us and yet it can get pretty nasty in there sometime. When we are filled with the Holy Spirit we GLOW....even strangers say so; you know this is true. They are attracted to what they do not know.Therefor we should not cut ourselves off from that outer world and give in to the blahs. I myself fall into this. I use my own writing and hobbies as reason to be alone ( a thinker I am - LOL).

In the outer world, persons not filled with the Holy Spirit are sometimes drawn to us and those persons who allow demons in their lives may even hang around us, trying to derail us for a while. However, they eventually tire of hanging out with Holiness and go on their way to find other souls to prey upon. I think there is hughe discomfort for them to be near the TRUTH. For this reason, it is necessary for us to pray and use our gift of discernment and not fall lazy in using all gifts of the Holy Spirit. I have been fooled by some of those kind of people, but not for long. The Holy Spirit gives his nudge and when you listen to that nudge and begin to pay attention, He energizes us with what we need for our own protection and for ministering.

I interject this now as a testimony to give encouragement to my sisters and brothers and stake out the place where you find fellowship with each other, as a Holy Place, to be sealed with the Holy Spirit Himself by the Blood of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.

And this is the season of Lent during which time we draw close to the Holy Spirit in prayer and sacrifice....what else should we exepect but to be under fire by evil spirits. I am reminded of this scripture

Luke 22: 39-54

He came out and went, as was his custom, to the Mount of Olives; and the disciples followed him. When he reached the place, he said to them, 'Pray that you may not come into the time of trial.'

Of course the apostles had not been filled with the Holy Spirit yet as that did not occur until Penticost.

(I know dear friends that you know all this, yet I must detail my position here at this time for those who may read and do not have this knowledge.)

Please bear with me in love and patience for the Spirit demands this of me today.

It is His reason I speak of this, not my own, for I have prayed and placed myself in His hands. May the grace of humility guide me in every word I say and every deed I do today and always all the days of my life.

So today...I say

Have a good day and be safe in His Arms
Oh Spring you are learning the hard lessons so well, the Lord is so proud of you, and the fact that you are sharing them is so grrrrrrreat also.Bless you
Blessings of the most Holy Kind upon you and your families

Ysabel said:
Oh I can't wait for those heavenly robes! and to worship at Jesus' feet! What a day that will be

In the meantime, my daughter found a great site with dresses and skirts that are a good compromise to the lovely gowns here. It's called holyclothing.com.

Both lovely, and functional

She's on here somewhere, she sent me...but I can't ever remember what she calls herself on here!

I'll check the site out also, and welcome to the nest!!! Wish we could dress our characters in these clothes. Keep posting.
Bless you all
(trying to get caught up)
Bonnie

bcauser · Mar 21, 2007

Springrain said:
Reporting back on online shopping...

I did see a link for t-shirts and one of the shirts had a figure of Jesus on the front....

The words inscribed said: "look busy Jesus is coming"

for some of the younger crowd I guess.

I think I will just stick with J. C. Penny

sk8Joyful said:
"Holy clothes"; what a concept!
I can't shop clothes on line!! Just books.
Lesseee
Jesus Christ was the Designer/Creator of our *Soul*.
Next,
Jesus Christ also further Blessed us with our *Mind* = the Learning-computer part of us we
Next,
Use for continuing ... growing, & developing... our *Body*

Might the clothes, I either sewed myself, &/or bought from a Thrift-store, serve the job well

Cheers! Annie

The clothes my Mom sewed for us when we were younger lasted longer and looked better. Haven't got into it myself

Ariel said:
Wow, I was in a mood yesterday. We had just returned from Houston, where we went to see my second son and his wife and baby...and every time I say good-bye to my kids and grandkids I end up in tears. Maybe someone else understands?

So there I was yesterday, writing again.

To My Son

My son, I know youve grown,
Its time to let you go--

And Im proud of you, and want whats best for you in life--
And so Ill say good-bye, and wipe the tears out of my eyes--
And let you go--and while I smile, Ill cry inside--

Youre going places I will never be--
In the future that is yet, well be apart--
But if you cant go on with me,
Go on with God, be at His side.
And He will take you to the places in His heart--

And know that He who hears you,
Knows my heart is praying still,
And letting go--
And letting God take up His part--

--Diana Denchfield Clancy

Oh such a nice poem, thanks so much for sharing it with us

mommysue said:
Oh Ariel!!!!
What a beautiful poem!!! It says exactly what I feel about my son and my daughter. I don't have the gift of writing and was wondering what you would think if I used what you wrote to convey my feelings to my children?
My son and family live 3 hours away from me. The Lord has blessed me so much by allowing me to visit them every other week for 2-3 days while I babysit my darling grandbabies. Even tho' I have that time with them, I still choke up when I leave them.
Thank you SO much for sharing!
From one Mom/grandmother to another!
MommySue

Hey I might borrow it to.

Ariel said:
Hey, Annie, I used to sew, too!

And I thought that the clothes I sewed were far better than anything I could have bought. For one thing, I could have a longer hemline. Lol! Talk about the need for holy clothes--do you recall the mini-skirt days?

My skirts used to end half way up my thighs! Yikes! But then the Lord began speaking to me about the way I dressed. So down those hems came. That was in my 20's. But to do that, I had to sew my own clothes.

And sometimes I think I should start sewing again, because it seems fashion designers aren't too concerned about making a woman look gracious and elegant...

Wow, so great you listened to the Lord at such a young age, I know He blessed you with much.

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