a black girl's nursing journey
from application process to graduation
Sunday, November 19, 2006
Whatever you do, you need courage. Whatever course you decide upon, there is always someone to tell you that you are wrong. There are always difficulties arising that tempt you to believe your critics are right.
For the past few months I have been receiving criticism from the usual suspect (you know who)about my career plans and my overall plans for my life. It used to make me sad, and even question whether I was doing the right thing. Now, with the Lord's help--I listen, ask God if it's from Him, if not, I let it blow right off of me. I realize that I will never be able to please her. However, I can please myself by allowing the Lord to continue directing my life and receiving all of His blessings. I don't even know if she realizes that one of my plans is to bypass some of the mistakes she made and knock out the generational curse that seems to plague my family. Which I have completed in some ways. 1)I don't have any kids out of wedlock. 2) I graduated from high school and college. 3)I'm independent 4)Becoming debt free (PRAISE GOD!)5)Making better financial decisions 6)I'm close to my family and friends and develop relationships with those that I'm not close with. Which bridges the gap between my generation and others. I could go on and on...
Maybe one day, she'll stop criticizing and just be proud of what I've done or haven't done and enjoy the fact that God used her as a vessel to make it happen.
"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 hope and a future." Jeremiah 29:11 (NIV) This scripture continues to encourage me, especially when I have doubts.
Actually, I don't know who you are, but none-the-less I am very proud of you for all you've accomplished and how much time you have spent creating the life you want and deserve.
It's your Candi girl! :) lol, I guess I assumed my profile would tell you who I was, but then again I should probably put something on it. Love you girl!
OMGoodness Candi! LOL I was thinking it might be you, but I wasn't sure! The scripture at the end is what made me think that it was probably you! I am so, so glad to know that you're keeping up with me through this whole blog thing! Girl it's good to be reconnected! I'll email ya later (after the semester ends).
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For the past few months I have been receiving criticism from the usual suspect (you know who)about my career plans and my overall plans for my life. It used to make me sad, and even question whether I was doing the right thing. Now, with the Lord's help--I listen, ask God if it's from Him, if not, I let it blow right off of me. I realize that I will never be able to please her. However, I can please myself by allowing the Lord to continue directing my life and receiving all of His blessings. I don't even know if she realizes that one of my plans is to bypass some of the mistakes she made and knock out the generational curse that seems to plague my family. Which I have completed in some ways. 1)I don't have any kids out of wedlock. 2) I graduated from high school and college. 3)I'm independent 4)Becoming debt free (PRAISE GOD!)5)Making better financial decisions 6)I'm close to my family and friends and develop relationships with those that I'm not close with. Which bridges the gap between my generation and others. I could go on and on...
Maybe one day, she'll stop criticizing and just be proud of what I've done or haven't done and enjoy the fact that God used her as a vessel to make it happen.
"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 hope and a future." Jeremiah 29:11 (NIV) This scripture continues to encourage me, especially when I have doubts.
Actually, I don't know who you are, but none-the-less I am very proud of you for all you've accomplished and how much time you have spent creating the life you want and deserve.
Keep at it!
It's your Candi girl! :) lol, I guess I assumed my profile would tell you who I was, but then again I should probably put something on it. Love you girl!
OMGoodness Candi! LOL I was thinking it might be you, but I wasn't sure! The scripture at the end is what made me think that it was probably you! I am so, so glad to know that you're keeping up with me through this whole blog thing! Girl it's good to be reconnected! I'll email ya later (after the semester ends).
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