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Great to know the surgery went well – prayer is so powerful.
What do I do when I want to be a better person – Pray!!ReplyCancel

I am working on being more purposeful! if you want something you gotta just go get it and not mind other peoples opinions or any limitations. I am learning this…slowly :)ReplyCancel

Glad your husbands surgery went well. Mine had his cataracts done a couple of years ago and is happy with results except on close up vision. I too pray for courage and strength to be a better person. But I learned long ago not to pray for lessons to teach me, because often I am not happy with the lesson. hahaReplyCancel

I’m glad the surgery went well, Becca – big sigh of relief for you…for today’s answer about what we do to be a better me – I’d have to say I try to really pay attention to what people are saying so I can better pick up on the little things that I can react to or realize they are needing help with.ReplyCancel

I can not be a better me without God’s Grace. I do what I can, but there is MUCH that He fills in for me : ) So, I enjoy passing on the grace I’ve received!

Thank you, Becca. May Jesus’ Healing Hand stretch forth to restore your DH’s eyes…

Love and hugs ~
LoriReplyCancel

I am very relieved that your Husband’s surgery is over, and all went well. I am sure a whole new world will be so surprising to him. Wonderful!! I am trying to listen better in order to be a better person.
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Thank God for hubby’s successful surgery! Mine is facing that in the near future also. I try to share things I learn on online blogs with my crafty friends who don’t have the free time I do to spend on all the caring/sharing blogs such as this one!ReplyCancel

I know that I am wonderously made for the Bible says so, but being human dictates flaews. So to be a better me, I sit back and allow God to take the wheel. He is allowed to work through me and for me. Remember if you ASAP (Always Say A Prayer) he is willing to listen. How ironic that’s how we seem to always want things, asap that is! So Becca our prayers for you and your husband went up and blessings came down!

Remember, you are blessed because you are a child of the MOST HIGH!
MaryReplyCancel

Glad to hear everything went well with your husband’s surgery.
I am always trying to be more patient, especially with people who try my patience the most (if that makes sense?), and also try to be more generous, not just with material things, but with my time.
Hugs
MarisaReplyCancel

So glad to hear your DH is recovering. As for me? When I need to work on ‘me’, the best way is to get down on my knees! Can’t think of a better way to start tackling my flaws, than to slow down and pay attention to who the Good Lord wants me to be! :)
All the best to you and your hubby.
God Bless! <ReplyCancel

I’m so glad your husband’s surgery went well. When trials come along, and they seem to come along much too often, instead of dwelling on them I stop and just count the many blessings God has provided. Thank you for sharing your talents.
BarbieReplyCancel

So glad to hear things went well with DH I hope it continues that way. I try to listen and assist where I can and if I can’t I direct whoever to someone who may be able toReplyCancel

I bet your dear man thinks all his birthdays have come at once,it is so lovely to suddenly be able to see sharp and so bright images, I stive to be a better person,by helping people worse off than me love DorothyReplyCancel

God speed on your husband’s recovery. I’d like to think that I’ve done at least one good thing for someone else each day whether it’s just a smile, taking the time to listen/talk to someone, share a meal, extend a helping hand if needed and even share some of my card making supplies. I know that I’m helping the Lord make this a better place to live.ReplyCancel

Becca – thank God things went so well for hubby. I am week 4 in recovery of some surgery so I know how things are right now. Praying for a quick healing for him.
When I want to improve myself I keep my mouth shut – honest! I keep it shut so I can be still long enough to hear what God’s saying to me, I keep it shut so I don’t say anything I shouldn’t (like office gossip or puttin my foot in it) plus I keep it shut so I don’t interrupt what others have to say – I have a bad habit of doin that. Plus I try to do something nice for someone.ReplyCancel

Hello Becca,

tomorrow I need to go to day surgery for a colonoscopy, that itself isn’t too bad but for the past 3 days I have had to omit certain foods from my diet, today is clear fluids only and I must administer 4 litres of oral enema, just thinking about it makes me feel yuk however I have managed to take my mind of it by visiting you here and admiring your beautiful creations,

Becca please keep your gorgeous artwork coming because that in itself is blog candy without the the other giftsReplyCancel

Praises for your husbands recovering. Praise to God in all things,…good and bad. Praising God helps me be a better me. Even in the worst of times there are so many things to praise Him for.ReplyCancel

WOUW what a wonderful candy again Becca. You´re soooo kind.
I´m really glad to hear, that your husbonds OP went soo well, and I´ll keep praying, it´ll all be healed very soon.
What I do to be a better person? I always try and turn everything around and think, how would I like to be treated with this or that? And then I try to treat others, like I wouls wish them to treat me. I´m sure it works well for most people, cause we all wants to be treated nice don´t we?
have a wonderful day.
biiig hugs MaryannReplyCancel

May your husbands healing continue and I think the ‘surgeon’ should have some credit too!
Thanks for the chance to win some really special candy. I check your blog everyday and find you most inspirational xxReplyCancel

So good to hear that the surgery went well. Thoughts and prayers are with you both.

‘Sometimes when all alone
Sick in bed feeling blue,
It’s easy to forget
you have friends like us
Who care so very much for you!’
Get Well Soon!

Thank you for another blog candy offer.
For me, I try to be a better person by Thinking before Speaking and to be a better listener.

Thanks Again Becca

ColleenB.ReplyCancel

Bien le bonjour,

J’étais très heureuse d’entendre que l’opération de votre mari s’était bien passée. Je lui souhaite que la convalescence aille aussi bien.

Vos créations sont merveilleuses.

Bonne journée à vous deux.ReplyCancel

Glad to hear the surgery went well and DH’s eyesight is improving!

I have a problem with patience as well. I know it’s usually because I am tired or whatever but there are times when I have a hard time seeing the other side of the problem. Usually a good nap makes a world of difference and if that doesn’t work then a big mug of hot chocolate and some time with a good friend. Works wonders!

Thanks for sharing! :o)ReplyCancel

When I am trying to be a better person, I try to think what would Jesus think of me before I say or do something.ReplyCancel

When I am trying to improve myself I like to take time to be grateful for my life and all that I have been blessed with.ReplyCancel

Praise God for a successful surgery! My lifelong goal in being a better me is to be a self-disciplined person – nurturing my faith through prayer and Bible study, eating healthily, excercising, being a good wife and mother, doing my job with integrity, etc. etc. I’m not there yet, but I’m on the way!ReplyCancel

You must be so relieved that the surgery went well, I’m sure he will continue to do well with your loving care.
I would love to win your lovelies, I work with the public and sometimes that can be a test of my patience and I work at it to be kind and helpful. It’s not always easy but I enjoy watching someone who comes in crabby and nasty leave thanking me for being helpful.ReplyCancel

So glad to hear your husbands surgery went well.
You are so kind to offer a chance to win these goodies. I am always trying to be a better person, I am a work in progress. Prayer and reading my Bible are my tools to help do this.ReplyCancel

I am so glad to hear all went well with your husband.. God is good.
I study the word of God and every day pray and practice :). Though I may stumbled 50 times in an area I keep believing , praying and working it out. Thanks for a chance to win so candy. I hope I win :)ReplyCancel

such a relief that the surgery went well… I know how trying time can be when we worry – and ive put my family through it twice in the last 3 months – both major surgeries…

Anyway, I work on being tollerant by taking a deep breath and responding to a bad situation in a way that I would like to be on the receiving end of… if i recorded myself, what would i sound like… making someone smile is my aim – not to make someone sad.

Paula x x xReplyCancel

Hi Becca,

I love your blog. You seem like such a genuine person. Working on being a better me is always a work in progress, but my first step is through prayer. I want to be the woman God intended me to be, and to do that, communication with Him is the only way.ReplyCancel

I’m so glad to hear your husband’s surgery went so well and that he’s already seeing better! I will continue to pray for healing without complications! I have to strive each and every day to be a better person. Patience with others and myself is the one thing I have to work on each day. Lots of prayer really helps!ReplyCancel

Becca, you are so generous. You share all your cards and techniques and then offer blog candy as well! I come to your site every day , excited to see what new idea you will give me. You give and give. You amaze me. Oh, to be as giving as you are!
I am so happy your husband is doing fine. I had both my eyes done also and was amazed at the details I had been missing. I think that is one of the reasons I love your site so much. You always pay attention to details. I work at Michael’s Craft Store. I aim every day to try to interact with every customer. Ask what they are making? Share with them. I am lucky to meet so very many nice people that are willing to talk and share. Thanks for the chance at candy. I have shared your site with many people that are making cards and crafts.
Hugs CherylReplyCancel

Becca, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family and may the outcome of this trial far exceed your expectations. Thank you for thinking about us during a time of crisis in your own life. God must be smiling down on you right now.ReplyCancel

Glad the surgery went well! I am trying to be better about so many things! To start with just one- better time management! Thank you for the candy opp!ReplyCancel

I am an inpatient person – so when I am trying to be a better me I remind myself CONSTANTLY to take a breath, calm down and recognize the delay isn’t going to cause me to miss anything of that great importance.ReplyCancel

I’m glad your husband’s surgery went well. I will be praying for his speedy recovery.

To improve myself, I’ve been trying to remember to take a vitamin every day to help compensate for my lack of eating a well balanced diet. It’s so hard to remember to do this. LOL

Thanks for the chance to win this awesome blog candy.ReplyCancel

Prayer is the key!ReplyCancel

Becca, grateful your husband’s surgery went well and best wishes for his continued healing and improved sight. When I’m working on improving myself, I create a breath prayer for the circumstance I’m working on, and try to remember to say it repeatedly throughout the day, driving, standing in line at the grocery store, whatever. Love your blog candy and wish I could win!ReplyCancel

Thank you once again for the opportunity to win a wonderful prize. When I am working on me I try to be still and listen for the wisdom that God imparts if I’m not too busy to hear His gentle voice.

Sally GasparriReplyCancel

Good Day Becca,
So Happy to hear everything went well for you husband.
My Prayers are with you both.ReplyCancel

Glad the surgery went well for your hubby. On trying to be a better person, God has put it on my heart to think of others. It started a few years ago when I heard about a young mother having cancer, I didn’t know her, but I knew her husband because he was a one of my son’s friends, so I made a ” thinking of you card” and sent it to her, different card every week. Went to a 4th of July picnic and this stranger came up to me and grabbed me and starting hugging me and saying I didn’t know how much my cards meant to her…this was Teresa, my first card recipient. Teresa lost her battle with cancer, but what started as one card has grown to an average of 20 cards and I try to do them every 7 to 10 days. On picking a theme for my cards each week, I PRAY before I start, because when I get a certain stamp and I think that will be my card….it just doesn’t work without God’s grace.I have leaarned and am still learning..LET GO AND LET GOD. Have a great day.ReplyCancel

I try to do something nice for a total stranger…most of the time it’s something very small like letting someone behind me in a line go first. I always hope it will result in a “Pay It Forward” sort of reaction. It’s the little things that count.ReplyCancel

There are so many ways i would like to be a better person, more loving, less controlling, more patient, more forgiving, less selfish the list could go on for a long time. I ask God to help me with these little by little otherwise it would be overwhelming and i would be battling to be better in my own strength.ReplyCancel

Hi Becca,
Glad that hubby’s surgery went well and he is on the mend. What I try do to be a better person is to re-run an event or incident and has occurred and see if there could have been a better way to handle the situation. Maybe I could have been more diplomatic, etc. etc.

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Hi Becca, so thankful your DH’s surgery went well. That surgery is amazing, my mother had it some years back! I am a volunteer adult literacy teacher, & I think it helps me to step out of my own small world and realize that my problems are miniscule compared to others.ReplyCancel

Becca, I’m so glad that your husband’s surgery went well. For the past year or so I’ve been trying to focus on my attitude (what’s going on inside). We appreciate you, Becca.ReplyCancel

Praise the Lord for your hubby’s “new” sight! To be a better me, I spend time in the Word & in Prayer and OFF THE COMPUTER! It’s difficult to hear God speak if I’m not quiet and listening. (“Be still and know that I am God” ~Psalm 46:10)ReplyCancel

My pastor has a saying, “It’s all about people”. I have a tendency to get caught up in technicalities and doing things the “right” way. I often have to remind myself not to get frustrated when procedures aren’t being followed, but rather that it really IS all about reaching and serving people!ReplyCancel

glad to hear dh is doing well. thanks for the opportunity. my goal is to be less judgemental.ReplyCancel

I glad things are going well for your husband…continued healing to him. Thank you for offering this blog candy…you’re so “sweet”.ReplyCancel

I start my day with a online devotional by Joel Osteen. He is so upbeat and positive that it gives me a kickstart to my day and a more positive outlook which I find I need as I am beginning to age out. GrinReplyCancel

Becca, Thank you for sharing so much on your blogs. So glad your hubby’s surgery went well. As for a better me, well, I am trying to stay clear of over-committing myself in order to have the time and energy to do the work the Lord truly has for me to do. Thank you for a try at such wonderful blog candy, too! ~Amy S.~ReplyCancel

Hi Becca:
It’s good to hear your husband’s surgery went well. I have an email that shows not only how wonderful is the gift of sight God gave us, but how much more wonderful is the gift of seeing in colour. May your husband enjoy the colour around him.

I’m amazed that you take the time each day to sit and blog (if that is the correct term), as well as create absolutely stunning cards, and deal with computer glitches as well. Yes, patience is something I have to develop a lot more of. I’m patient to a degree, but when I get impatient, I think “this is Satan’s way, not God’s” and do what is necessary at the time.

Have a super day, and ‘thank you’.

BarbReplyCancel

Glad all is well with your hubby! I am sure you must feel his joy at seeing the world with new eyes.
It actually kinda fits with how I try to be a better person. Just stop and try to see the world with a different view point. It often makes me change my mind!ReplyCancel

I definitely have to remind myself how blessed I am. I have three healthy children and a loving husband and as of tomorrow, a new property to have fun with. Sometimes I find myself wishing for usually some craft items that aren’t in the budget and then I have to remind myself that I can do lots with what I do have. And of course you are in inspiration with the beautiful cards you design. Thanks for sharing them with us!ReplyCancel

Hi Becca,

I love your blog and visit it often. I’m glad to hear your hubby is doing well.
I am challenged daily at work to be a better person because of the stressed caused by one. I’ve found I’m less stressed if I can laugh and communicate with the others in the office. There are many days that I have learned to keep my comments to myself and think “how would I want to be treated”. This is very important to me because I treat others as I would want to be treated.ReplyCancel

Happy that the surgery was a success. Wonderful!!
My effort at being a better me is the old stop,look and listen!! I try to take the time to really stop what I am doing and pay attention and really listen to what people are saying, instead of half listening!! So much more effective!!ReplyCancel

Nice to hear your husband is sdoing well.

As for trying to be a better me, watching what comes out of my mouth. I work with a bunch of men and sometimes I can curse with the best of them. That’s not very lady-like nor Christian.

Smiles~
MarilynReplyCancel

To become a better me—-I start the day with God—-Bible devotional and prayer.ReplyCancel

Great news on your hubby’s surgery! As for being a better me, I need to realize when to shut up and just listen to other people. It’s not all about me me me (even though it is! LOL).ReplyCancel

Trying to be consistent with the small things. Thankful that your husband’s surgery went well!ReplyCancel

Thank you so much for this oppertunity to win such a great lot of things. I am so glad your husbands surgery went well. For me, I read God’s words and talk to HIm. I try to practice what I read. I am not that great at it yet however I am still trying.ReplyCancel

Thanks for your generous candy! Glad to hear your hubbies op went well! All the best for the healing process!
When I am trying to be a better person, I am usually trying to focus more on what is important and forget about all the ballast in my life.ReplyCancel

I am so happy to hear that your husband’s surgery went well. Your cards are such an inspiration – they’re fantastic. I appreciate the opportunity to win such great items in the blog hop. With regard to what I’m trying to make me better – I am physically trying to eat better and exercise.ReplyCancel

Great news to hear your husbands surgery went well!
Trying to be better – its all about prayer and counting your blessings.ReplyCancel

What do I do to be a better person? Trying to live in the NOW. Instead of worrying about what I am going to say next, to really listen to what others are saying to me. That way I know what their needs are, rather than what I need- to be first, to be heard. It is HARD! But with God’s help, I can be a better person and a better witness for Him. Thanks for the chance to win. Isn’t God good to give us the resources and skilled people to help your husband see better! We are a blessed people for sure.ReplyCancel

I recently had some VERY cruel and spiteful things said about me on a public forum (a post to an ad for softball subs on Craiglist). The defamatory post identified me by name, so it was very disturbing to me. There are a lot of people in our softball community that check Craigslist regularly.

The poster was a former player with a major case of sour grapes and a very negative attitude (her eyes would roll if I would ask her to play somewhere she did not want to play).

I go out of my way to try and accomodate all the players. It continues to amaze me that there are some real jerks out there.

I dealt with the situation through prayer (and also getting Craigslist to remove her post- it still took a few days once I noticed it).

I also tried to stay focused on the nice comments from the other players about the great job I am doing managing the team (this is independent of her comments and were made before her post even came out. )

I also did some self-examination of some “teeny, tiny” grains of truth in some elements of her post to try to focus on what I could do better.

So, I am trying to not let it bother me (too much) and to try to make it into a learning situation.ReplyCancel

So glad to hear the positive update on your husband! He is in our prayers.
When I want to be a better person, I read more from my Bible. God’s word guides me and helps make me the person He knows I can be.
Proverbs 3:5-6 (King James Version)
Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths.ReplyCancel

Here’s to rapid healing for your husband!!!!

I’ve recently returned to work after 25 years of raising children. I entered a field that is totally outside my comfort zone, so right now one of the things I’m working on self confidence, and to be patient with myself during the learning process…..

Thanks for the blog candy!
TeriReplyCancel

“Trust in the Lord and lean not unto your own understanding.” He’s the only way to improvement. Then why is it so hard?

Glad to hear that surgery went well.

Love the blog candy.ReplyCancel

Glad the surgery went well. I lost my job 3 months ago and am leaning on God to show me what he has in store for me. Would love to win you blog candy.ReplyCancel

We have recently studied at church ‘Prayer, Care, Share”. I have been trying to put this into active practice in my life. If we take the time to notice someone besides ourself, we find a way to help someone, whether it be, mowing a lawn, creating graduation announcments for someone who couldn’t afford them, running an errand, stopping to pray. Each of us can make a difference and can be changed for the better in the process. Thank you for the opportunity to win. So happy about your husband. There is power when we are on our knees.ReplyCancel

What great news about the surgery for your husband. I try to let go and let God lead my path each day to do my best. Hugs from MichiganReplyCancel

Glad your hubby is on road to recovery. Thanks for the opportunity for such great prizes.ReplyCancel

I am very happy to hear your husband’s surgery went well. As far as being a better me, I must rely on the Lord because it isn’t me but He who works in me.
God bless!ReplyCancel

What good news about your husband’s surgery! We’ll continue to pray for complete healing.
When I am trying to be a better person (which is ALL THE TIME!!) I ask the Lord to keep his hand over my mouth. If I listen instead of talk I seem to do much better! And I try to always put myself in the other person’s shoes, so to speak. “Walk a mile in another’s moccasins…” You never know what trials someone else is going through.
Thank you for the opportunity to win such lovely candy, Becca. I appreciate your generosity, both with the gifts and the gift of your talent. I get so much out of each and every post and Becca Bit that you share with all of us.
Hugs,
BarbaraReplyCancel

Oh!! Great, another chance to win some “Candy”.
Becca, I try to be more understanding of others. And God has surely helped me with this.
mary l.ReplyCancel

I try to be a better mother to my daughter than mine was to me. My mother was overly critical & controling, & I try to let my daughter know daily that she is loved unconditionally & try to use laughter a lot in dealing with her. I pray all goes well with your husband.ReplyCancel

Wow, Becca……..What a prize package!!
So glad Hubby is doing well………I keep both of you in my thoughts and prayers.

To be a better me: I am a receptionist, by trade, in a very busy office.
Callers can be rude and impatient. After several of these I too get frustrated so when the phone rings for the gazillionth time, I take a deep breath, put a smile on my face and lift my voice so my smile comes through.

Thankfully, Jesus is always abiding in my life so I put my trust in Him and do my best just for Him.

Have a great day Becca and thanks again, for the “BC”

BeckyReplyCancel

So glad for the successful surgery!
Hang in there!ReplyCancel

Oh Becca – you and your husband are in my prayers! So glad to hear his surgery went well, now the healing part!!
Wonderful prizes! What fun – your double play!
Ok, i too have many things i’m working on to be a better person.
Procrastination is something i am challenged with, so now i tell myself, just do it! So, now i will tell myself to ‘just do my cleaning’ and i will get off-line and do my chores!
Thank you Becca for sharing your beautiful work and yourself with us.ReplyCancel

Hello Becca what a good question it all depend what it is how I would deal with my problem if I need to ask forgiveness, I have to go to God and ask him to forgive me, let down my pride and go and make it right with that person, I did wrong not just for them but for me and the next time something happen I would do the right thing make a note not to continue doing the same thing sometime the right thing is to be quite and not to say something aloud time to past before I speak what I want to say. I have found out this way have save me a lot of hurt and pains.ReplyCancel

Thanks Becca, both for the lovely encouragement you give to everyone who visits and the chance for some yummy candy. I’d love to try for the double, but I know me… I’d miss at least one! I bite my tongue every single day trying to do better. And that sore tongue reminds me that I need to keep trying!ReplyCancel

My husband and I are doing a dietary cleanse right now. It’s time to get back to healthier eating and the 2 week detox should give us the boost we need to get started.ReplyCancel

I’m so glad your husband’s surgery went well. I hope the recovery goes quickly. One thing I try to do is to be a better listener.ReplyCancel

Well, what do I do to make myself better? Well, my husband and I are trying to get stronger and lose the weight– we have let increase over the years–to shed so that we can see our grandchildren grow up and thrive….boy is that hard work!!!
Glad to hear your husband is okay!ReplyCancel

I’m glad hubby’s surgery went well. Seeing is such a blessing that I sometimes take for granted. That’s one thing I want to work on…not taking things for granted.ReplyCancel

Working on me, comes from daily bond with the Lord. To have that bond, I must be in His Word and talking with Him. Thanks for the chance to win this great candy prize!ReplyCancel

So glad all is well with your husband.

Your blog candy looks “delicious!” And to answer your question about working on a better me, I am consciously trying to spend more time helping others. I find that helping others helps me to be a better person in untold ways.

Thank you for your blog and your wonderful creations!ReplyCancel

I try to take hour long walks and get some much needed exercise!ReplyCancel

Becca, wishing your husband a quick recovery. I’m so happy all is well. I try to be a better person by being compassionate to those around me. Giving love is a gift that costs nothing and earns priceless rewards.ReplyCancel

Glad to hear things are going well with your husband. Ones sight is very precious. Thank you for all you do and sharing your wonderful talent.ReplyCancel

One of the ways I try to be a better me… is that I don’t place my expectations on others to make me happy or to meet my needs. I really try to rely on God’s word and His promises for that. I believe that when we place our expectations on others (even those who we love and love us back), we set ourselves up for disappointment. In this way, without expectations, I stay content more often and can focus more on where true happiness and fulfillment comes from.ReplyCancel

Becca, You are a faithful servant and an inspiration to us. What an example of a Godly wife and a witness unto the power of prayer. Good for you! I am trying to be less critical and more approachable to others. I want to minister to those in need, but how can that happen with a critical heart.ReplyCancel

I’m so happy your husband is doing well! And, thank you for all the beautiful cards you share with us! They are truly amazing.ReplyCancel

Glad the surgery went well.ReplyCancel

Glad to hear your husband is seeing the world clearly. When I am trying to be a better me I try to think positive thoughts & speak positively. Some days are harder than others. But I always try to remember that there are worse things in the world than what’s on my plate.ReplyCancel

Hey Becca,
I belong to a group, we call us “the Prayer Chicks”.
Monthly we meet, discuss a book, have prayer request, a meditation of healing and gratitude and then share lunch together. We have become Soul Sistas, supporting one another.
It’s a God ‘thang’!
Blessings and a perfect recovery for your husband.
Susan BannonReplyCancel

Hopefully, I can be a more giving person of my time.
carol bReplyCancel

Cataract surgery is awesome! Now your husband can see the colors of the world they are meant to be. Right now I am losing weight to make myself healthy and more productiveReplyCancel

So glad your hubby is on the road to recovery. He has a great wife to look after him along the way! As for being a better me…the best thing for me to do is stop and have some extra talks with the Lord.
I find it brings inner peace and always works to help me see things a little better! Thank you for sharing your talents with us. It’s always a pleasure to open your blog and see the beautiful cards you create.ReplyCancel

Great news about your husband.
I would be a better person if I could stop complaining about my half empty glass and enjoy my half full glass.
janieReplyCancel

Becca:

What a Great Parise Report! I’m so glad we serve a prayer hearing God. I’m working on Forgiveness, not just word of mouth, but from the heart. Unforgiveness can keep you emotionally hostage and that’s not how I want to live my life.ReplyCancel

Seeing is so important (esp after you have it), a speedy recovery wish is sent.ReplyCancel

You have a beautiful talet and I am so glad to stumble across your work recently. Good thoughts to your husband. I seek a quiet moment and remind myself that we should all see God in everyone.ReplyCancel

Hi Becca
Happy that the surgery went well. I hope he will have a quick recovery.
I also have a loooong list. I mostly try to be a good role model for my children.
Thank you for another opportunity to win GREAT stuff!ReplyCancel

Thank you so much for this great opportunity. This time, I will get all 8 words :) Something to better myself, hummmmm… I think I will listen more, I tend to be impatient not a good quality.ReplyCancel

So glad the surgery went well. Love the blog candy, though checking out your blog twice a day is really not unusual for me anyway! I do try to be a better person by not being judgemental, sometimes I just don’t know all the facts. I don’t always succeed, but I keep trying!ReplyCancel

happy to hear the surgery went well,trying to be a better person, would be having more patient with my kids.ReplyCancel

When I take time to work on me, I like to make sure I’ve done what I need to for others first.ReplyCancel

It is indeed a blessing that all went well with your husband’s surgery. Whenever I feel overwhelmed I think of this quote – Start by doing what is necessary; then do what is possible. Before you know it you are doing the impossible. (Anon)
Now I want to say, Ooooo, blog candy! I love it all, and can only hope. Thanks Becca.ReplyCancel

Good to hear hubby is doing well ! Continued thoughts and prayers for him !

I would love to win this wonderful blog candy !ReplyCancel

I pray a lot for patience. Seems I need it more and more lately.
These prizes are awesome. So good of you to do this.
CandyReplyCancel

Glad the surgery went well!!
My comment is to try and lose some weight..Operative word”try”..lolReplyCancel

Becca, glad your husband’s surgery went well. Life does present its challenges. I try to be positive each day and be thankful for the gifts I have been given. I’m very hard on my own personal expectations. However, when I read a wonderful blog like yours, I get inspired by all the comments on it which includes yours. Thanks for the chance to win such awesome blog candy! WOW! Have a great week.
Shirley L.
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Glad to know that your hubby is seeing better. He must be very excited!

To be a better person… I’m trying to be more positive… see the good instead of complaining about the bad.ReplyCancel

So happy to hear that your hubby is recovering nicely from his surgery and that all went well.

When I feel I’m in need of improving ME….I have to stop and remember that the first thing I need to be happy with is myself and to do that I need to stop, listen and take direction from a higher power, and I can’t do that unless I’m thankful for all the blessings that HE has already bestowed on me.

Again thanks for all your inspiration and sharing of your talents Becca!ReplyCancel

What a great bunch of goodies you have there! I’m trying to be a better person by focusing on all the good things in my life right now and by not living in the past or worrying about the future. Life passes you by when too much time is spent in the past or future.ReplyCancel

Blessing to you hubby’s eyes.

Being happy with myself first, then all things are possible.ReplyCancel

I just discovered your blog!

Wow! What I’ve been missing. You work is AMAZING!

Glad your husband is doing well.

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SO glad to hear your hubby’s surgery went well. My mom had her cataracts done this year and couldn’t believe the difference. Bonus of the surgery, she doesn’t need to wear glasses for distance any more, just reading glasses -sign me up!! I’d love to get rid of my glasses LOL!

Thanks for yet another chance to win some goodies! First and foremost, the source of my joy and desire for improvement comes from my walk with the Lord. Phil 1:6 is one of my favorite verses “For I am confident in this, that he who began a good work in you will complete it until the day of Christ Jesus” Kind of lie PBPWMGIFWMT “please be patient with me God isn’t finished with me yet”. SO thankful that I am who I am simply by His grace….flip side is being able to share that grace with others :DReplyCancel

I really enjoy looking at all the stuff you make, i look forward to it every mornning as i check my emails ! glad your husband is able to see, now he can enjoy and appreciate what you make for all of us to see in a way he probably couldn’t befor. I am so glad for another chance to win something ! i am 50 and have yet to ever win anything in my entire life , so this is another chance for me. have a blessed day.ReplyCancel

I’m glad your husband’s surgery went well! Isn’t it funny how we tend to overlook the every day blessing of sight? I sometimes wonder what I would do without it, and decide I don’t want to go there. I hope God doesn’t have a lesson for me to learn! :)

I know I need to be less rigid; my obvious solution is not everyone’s!ReplyCancel

That is wonderful that your husband’s surgery went well and he can see clearly again. My mom and dad both went through it and it helped them tremendously. Thank God for giving these doctors the knowledge and technology to be able to fix the eyes from cataracts. Hopefully someday they will be able to completely cure macular degeneration. My dad is completely blind now (at the age of 92). Very sad.

Getting into God’s word is the very best way to make a better me. And what helps even more is when I can pray for people that aren’t on my favorites list. Trying to go beyond my finite mind and realizing that everyone has a hard life and the devil is a strong foe.

Thank you Becca for another opportunity to win some wonderful craft items. You are a very SPECIAL woman!ReplyCancel

When working on a better “me”, I am strive to remember to “live in the moment”. Not easy to do, but so worth it. Take time to sit, relax and just breath. Kudos to your DH on his successful surgery!ReplyCancel

Becca – So glad that everything went well with your husband’s surgery. I’m sure all the prayers helped – you have alot of friends concerned about you out in blogland and I’m sure in your life too!

As far as your question I am always working on letting God run my life. I long ago quit worrying so much, but feel I don’t reach my potential on spreading the wonderful word that we are children of God.

Thanks for letting us look at your beautiful work – I do so enjoy it. I already missed the first word – oh well.

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When I am trying to be a better me, I pick up a ball of yarn and crochet hook and begin making a prayer shawl. It does wonders for the soul to pray for someone else.ReplyCancel

So glad the surgery went well. I try to be a better person by thinking before I say something. I call it my silent voice first.
Thanks for giving us a chance at the blog candy. It sure looks sweet!ReplyCancel

Thanks for offering another great candy. I try to be a better person by realizing that there are a lot of hurting people and do what I can to encourage them.ReplyCancel

Another way I try to be a better me is to put the emphisis on what Christ does through me, not what I do. To be used of Him is a great priviledge and to give all glory and honor to Him is doing what He asks of me.

I enjoy reading what all of the other ladies have had to say. What a great gathering of Christian women on your blog. Hearing how they give the glory back to Jesus as well is so inspiring. Thank You Becca for all you share with us.

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you amaze me Becca… so thankful to hear that your hubby’s surgery went well. Hope good things keep happening to you. Hugs always! GReplyCancel

So happy your husband was finally able to have cataract surgery as it sure makes a world of difference in quality of sight. Hope he heals quickly!

I seem to be pulled in so many directions constantly that I need to stop and smell the roses. We have a beautiful pergola on our patio and lots of flower beds. Hubby would say he hates to sit outside with me as I keep saying we need to do this and need to do that. I am making a great effort this spring/summer to sit and enjoy the time on the patio rather than jumping up quickly and working on the flower beds or pulling up weeds. I can now sit there for half an hour before jumping up and working. :)ReplyCancel

I have had to take my little dog to the vets this morning he hasnt been to well for a few weeks, but as he is 15, and was quite bright I didnt take him for the vet to look at him but today he took a turn for the worse and couldnt walk so I took him, thinking I knew what the vet would say I cried all the way to town 12 miles only to be told that they werent giving up on him yet he has had a steroid injections and is already picking up, so my prayers are to try and give thanks in any way I can love DorothyReplyCancel

When I am working on myself, I try to curb my urge to gossip. Boy is it hard, because I work in an office of all women.ReplyCancel

Living each day. Forgiving and choosing to live in joy!ReplyCancel

Oh Becca!!!
Praise The Lord!!! So relieved that your sweet Husband’s surgery went well.
When I am trying to be a better me…As painful as it is …I try not to point out the Splinters in my children’s eyes without first pulling out the log in my own. I am so quick to be critical of them…I NEED the LORDs help on this.
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Best Wishes to your husband in his healing process.

To be a better person takes work….working at the ‘better’ each day.
While I am a very patient person in most areas, sometimes it requires working on being patient in other spots; the key is persistence to make it work better.ReplyCancel

Hello Becca,

In trying to be a better person I always remind myself to do to others as I would like done to me but I’m sure there’s always room for improvement,

hope hubby is recovery ok and that you also are keeping wellReplyCancel

A better me is learning to accept things I have no control over, and to prioritize those things I feel I need to control or have a handle on. All things do not have to be perfect, and perfect, as in beauty, is in the eyes/minds of the beholder… ‘Glad that hubby is seeing the world in a better light… he must feel like a kid all over again… :)ReplyCancel

I am happy that the surgery went well. Hope the healing doesn’t take too long. I just try to be grateful about something everyday. I almost always can find something.ReplyCancel

When I’m working on being a better “me” it’s only because I’m trying to be someone else… and His name is Christ. {smile}ReplyCancel

Wonderful to know your husband is seeing better and that now he just has to wait for the healing to take place. Love your blog candy and hope I am the lucky one. Have a super weekend.ReplyCancel

When I’m trying to be a better “me”, I get on the hotline to God and talk to him about everything under the sun. I praise, discuss, ask, cry, and then listen – just listen. Thanks for asking –ReplyCancel

Becca-
So glad your hubbies surgery went well. Good things happen to good people. In trying to better myself I try to have more patience.ReplyCancel

Glad to hear the surgeries are behind for your husband and he is on to healing. Also I would like to see you snippy. Can’t imagine. You are so kind hearted.

To try to make myself a better person, I constantly remind myself that God works in mysterious ways and I need to remember that as I go through my day.ReplyCancel

Prayer is always good, and also yoga.ReplyCancel

Prise God for you husband’s surgery.
You are a blessing Becca.ReplyCancel

Looks like a super array of gifts! I try to temper the tone of my voice when I’m being critical. And then I ask myself WHY I’m being critical! I find I’m usually annoyed when the fault actually lies within myself…and I try to remember that the next time before speaking or reacting.ReplyCancel

I continualyl try and improve on being a better mom. Working full time, I feel I miss all of the little things so I focus solely on them from the minute I get home from work to when they go to sleep and than I focus on my hobbies – -crafting!ReplyCancel

It helps me when I try to put my self in other’s shoes. To look through the eyes of others.ReplyCancel

Glad your husband is doing well. These things can be scary!
I try to compliment some of the less fortunate students each day – on the color they are wearing, on their behavior, anything to let them know they are valued.ReplyCancel

Great news – I will continue to keep you both in my prayers.
Thanks for the fun Becca.
SandraReplyCancel

I am tryong to be a more relaxed person. Seems like I always have way to much going on. I need to slow down and enjoy life with my family.ReplyCancel

Love your blog and your designs are AMAZING !!!
When I am trying to be a better me (which is most of the time)… I really try to calm down and listen to people around me and remember that I am only 1 person and can only do so much in one day. I think that is hard for all of us Moms to doReplyCancel

When I work on being a better me I always start with prayer. It is more important to me how I live my life that how I appear to others. To me God’s opinion is the top most priority. Without Him I am nothing!ReplyCancel

Hi Becca Glad that your husband’s surgery went well. I have friends who don’t have fast access so I try to share sites that I go to that they would be interested in ( your’s was one of the first that I introduced them to).ReplyCancel

So glad that your hubby is being healed and things are looking better. I pray for him and you for speedy recovery and joy filled with seeing the world in all its beauty.
I place God in my life and to be kind to others. I had very good parent who taught me well and we can alway grow.ReplyCancel

I pray your hubby will have a very speedy recovery and what a blessing to be able to see well again. Thanks for the chance to win your wonderful blog candy. Your work is so beautiful, Becca, it’s breathtaking. I try to be kind and thoughtful with everyone but do need to pray for more tolerance. PatReplyCancel

Hi Becca,
Glad to hear all is OK. When I am trying to be a better person, I try to be the change I want to see in the world, and also try to put the big rocks in the jar first.ReplyCancel

I am thankful that your husband’s surgery went well. We will all pray for a speedy recovery. When I work on being “a better me”, there are many ways I would like to improve. Right now life has been way too busy–too many hours at work, too many commitments, too many responsibilities. I continue to pray, but often don’t take time to “listen” for God’s instruction and guidance. We become so determined to “get through” the stressful times in our lives that we don’t pause enough to hear God’s words. Things do not go well when fail to take that needed time. I pray for the ability to find quiet time with the Lord without being distracted by other thoughts and worries.

Thank you for another chance to win such great Blog Candy. Bless you, Becca for being the wonderful person you are!ReplyCancel

I’m such a mess that I’m always having to work on me!!! That reminds me of a song that says, “He’s still workin’ on me, to make me what I ought to be…”! Thank goodness God is there working in the construction zone. God Bless You! DebiReplyCancel

May God speed your husband’s recovery. I surely know what it is like (I am in that position right now and many times I wonder what end it up) but for those who have never seen inside a hospital or laid on so many hospital beds as he and I have and all those who have had many surgeries/illnesses in a short period of time, it can be very very nerve wracking for the patient, the spouse and the whole family. We can only PRAY that Mr. Feeken’s recovery will be quick and soon he will be back on his feet doing all those normal things in life that he has done in the past.
In the mean time we can also PRAY that Becca continues to hold up and not get too exhausted (exhaustion is a part of it too) and thank God for giving to her all the wonderful talent she has and she shares with us in this huge internet world. Ask him to bless her continually and guide her and watch over her in her personal life away from the internet so she is able to keep up her normal life’s pace with her loving family.
Bless you Becca.ReplyCancel

To be a better person I endeavour to be more patient with my kids and really listen to what they have to say. Great candy! Thanks for the chance to win Becca.ReplyCancel

Hello Becca,

finally home from the hospital after having day surgery, off for a rest now but just wanted to drop by to see how hubby is coming along…hope he’s still on the mend and not in too much discomfort, take care SusanReplyCancel

Thanks for the chance to win! When I’m trying to be a better person, I try to be more thoughtful of others! Everyone has a story and I try to stop long enough to listen and give comfort if needed. Sometimes someone just needs you to listen and that takes so little time to do.ReplyCancel

Praising God helps me be a better me. Even in the worst of times there are so many things to praise Him for.ReplyCancel

Becca, I am sure you made him a beautiful Get well card :)ReplyCancel

I would so like to be more patient! I’ve been taking a lot of deep breaths lately and hope I can make great strides in that direction.ReplyCancel

Meeting God early in the morning. I say Good Morning Lord, I love you and pray for guidance.ReplyCancel

I like to try to find something good I can do or say to encourage someone each day.ReplyCancel

What beautiful cards you create… thank you for the chance to win… hope hubby is feeling better…
Hugs
Kim
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Too often, I think of someone I want to send a little note of encouragement to, but get distracted and busy and never get that note sent. I’m trying hard to do better at following through on those thoughts and, hopefully be a blessing to someone along the way!ReplyCancel

I’m trying to get out and walk more…good for the body and the soul.ReplyCancel

Hi becca,
What a great day!
To be a better person I need to spend more time with God and in prayer.
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I am learning to set goals daily to become the woman God intended me to be. I have come to realize that I need to work on the inside attitude and not let little inconveniences bother me. So when that person cuts me off, stands in the middle of the aisle or cutting in line I don’t get upset outwardly or inwardly (where no one knows but me & God). I try to look at them as doing a job for God and the purpose for our interaction is their job help me grow in the right direction. Some times it works and sometimes I realize there is still work to be done. I’m a work in progress.ReplyCancel

i try to give everyone a smile. sometimes it’s the only one they get all day. and sometimes it warms me too.ReplyCancel

Prayer is a must, though unfortunity, not always remembered to do FIRST.ReplyCancel

When life gets to be to much and I lose myself. I just try to remember all the “little” things that make my world go around and how thankful I am for them.ReplyCancel

All the best to your husband.ReplyCancel

While trying to be a better me I attempt to treat others the way I want to be treated. It is always in my mind that the Lord Jesus will hold me responsible for my actions/responses toward others and not their actions/responses towards me.ReplyCancel

HI Becca,

Still trying to be a better me. Daily prayer is always helpful, making sure to say Thank You for all the blessing I have been givenReplyCancel

Good morning Becca,
Prayer changes things and ME.
Thank you for another chance to win.ReplyCancel

Morning Becca,

Hope DH is doing well today. How long till his eye heals?

You are a wonderful couple. So supportive of each other. I pray you have a great day ahead of you.

Bettering me is a life long process. It means saying no when everyone else say it’s o.k. to do something God says is wrong. To stand up and be counted even if others mock you. God foundation is solid. He is my Rock and through Him I can stand firm. It is better to be found pleasing in His sight than to go along with the peer pressure.

It’s a constant battle…………..but, with God’s help, I will better my life.

BeckyReplyCancel

Good morning Becca. One thing that I have started is to actually take the time daily and think about what I am thankful for. Just things we take for granted, my family’s and my health, a roof over our heads, a running auto, etc. It makes me feel better when I look and go “Hey things may be rough now, but look at what I do have.” :)ReplyCancel

I try to think of how blessed I am instead of thinking negative about how bad things appear to be.ReplyCancel

I think that reading self help books helps me be a better me. There is always something new to learn:)ReplyCancel

I’ve been trying to be more financially responsible and more responsible about the consumption of gas. I’ve been so devastated about the oil spill I think it’s the only responsible thing to do.ReplyCancel

I’m working on patience – it can be a difficult thing with my type A personality.

Thanks for the opportunity to win!!!!

TeriReplyCancel

Today especially…I am trying to be a better me by “biting my tongue!” and not sayin what I am thinking!ReplyCancel

Happy Friday, Becca!
In answer to your question about becoming a better me, I am trying so hard to be a better listener. No interrupting and really trying to understand where the speaker is coming from.
Have a great weekend, CherylReplyCancel

Friday here has sunshine! We have had rain for the past many days. The sun just makes everyone feel better.ReplyCancel

When I’m trying to be a better person, I make extra time to help others. Sometimes I am so busy I don’t think I make enough time for others.

Thank you for the chance to win.ReplyCancel

My dad has had 3 eye surgeries on one of his eyes! And, he will have to have a 4th just to save his eye from being removed. He has no hope of seeing out of that eye! So your hubby’s progress is a real blessing! Thanks for a chance to win! I’m not going to get the bonus words this time!ReplyCancel

Hope you have a wonderful Friday! Another way I try to be a better me is to smile. :)ReplyCancel

Another way I work on being a better me is to talk less and listen more :-) My husband says I hit the floor talking in the mornings. He’s not a huge talker and I know that I sometimes get on his nerves because I just ramble. How’s the hubby this morning? Praying for you both~ReplyCancel

To be a better me…well, I’ve decided I really need to lose weight and I need to keep the house picked up…both are hard to do. But then how does that compare to surgery? I count my blessings and am sooo glad hubby is doing better!ReplyCancel

Well, here it is day two–thanks for the opportunity to win some neat stuff…much appreciated. By the way, your work is soooo beautiful; it is very striking. I enjoy going to your site and seeing what beautiful things you created each day…. well, off I go to exercise!ReplyCancel

When I am trying to be a better me, I like to learn all that I can about everything…reading…seeking guidance and inspiration from those I deem wiser than myself.ReplyCancel

I painted my front door “bright yellow”. I was going through radition treatments for breast cancer and when I came home I felt down. So I painted my front door. When I approach my house, I have a smile on my face. My husband, said he even smiles from time to time when he takes the time to look. My sister laughed out loud the first time she saw it.
I feel that when I have a smile and I can connect with a positive side of me that I’m a better person to handle all that happens once I walk through the front door.ReplyCancel

I try and think of the good things and focuas on positive side of everything.ReplyCancel

Becca,
Hope hubby is still doing great!ReplyCancel

I try hard to be positive every day and patient with my husband, who is a bit fragile, mentally and physically. And I have never been known for my patience. I also made a promise to myself that I would send cards to cancer patients since I have been blessed enough to survive two attacks of cancer in the past fourteen years. And I am doing that.ReplyCancel

THanks for the opportunity to win, when I am feeling good I like to do things that will help others. This also makes me feel good which means it goes on for a while.ReplyCancel

First off, I am so thankful to God that your husband is seeing better and that all went well. God is our great physician!!
When I am trying to better myself, I HIT MY KNEES and BITE MY TONGUE!! I have always had a problem with telling people what I think and I know I have hurt feelings that I can’t take back. I have probably lost very good friends in the process!! It’s a hard habit to break but with the Lord on my side, I can do it!!
Thanks for so many offers of such fantastic blog candy!! You are as generous as you are talented!ReplyCancel

Hi Becca,
It’s friday morning and I thought I would pop in to see how hubby is doing. Hope all is well on the home front. Enjoying the gathering of my words. Who knows just might need them.
MarcieReplyCancel

Thank you for being so generous with your giveaways!ReplyCancel

Just popping by, hope hubby is doing well today. When I try to be a “better me” (which is frequest, BTW!) I sit quietly and ask the Lord for patience and understanding of what is bothering me. It works!ReplyCancel

I try to focus on what really matters and push away frivillous thoughts.ReplyCancel

Just checking in for the word of the day this afternoon. Hope hubby continues to improve and you two have a wonderful weekend. God bless.ReplyCancel

Hope you are both enjoying the day! Just wanted to pop in and see the word for today! Thanks Becca for your wonderful blog!ReplyCancel

Just trying to be a better child of God.ReplyCancel

Checking in for the word of the day. Wishing you a blessed day too!ReplyCancel

I try to practice empathy. This natural emotion becomes less sharp as we age.ReplyCancel

To be a better person, I try to more thoughtful of others throughout my day.ReplyCancel

Doing things for others, especially handmade things, such as cards.ReplyCancel

HI there!

THanks for this great opportunity to win some great candy.

Have a nice week-end.

MichelleReplyCancel

I love skimming down through the responses and seeing the things others do to improve themselves. There are some great ideas here. Thanks for allowing us to share these with others. I can so relate to so many of them.

Sometimes when it’s a hectec day and my husband has called me for the umpteenth time, and I’m right in the middle of something, I try to remind myself that he can not see me to know what I am doing. And I remind myself that I probably catch him in some untimely spots when I call.

Have a great day!ReplyCancel

Other than trying to get organized, I am trying to learn how to listen more and speak less.ReplyCancel

I try to not take things so personally! Sometimes I read too much into what a person says or does and it turns out they may not have meant it the way I perceived it. I find communication usually clears up the matter. I’m a pretty passionate person when it comes to my job or crafts…okay, just about everything, so when someone criticizes me I sometimes take it to heart instead of brushing it off or actually using the comment to make me a better person.ReplyCancel

Today, I’m being really patient with a banker on the phone. Sometimes, I feel compelled to I let them know how unprofessional they can be, especially when they want my business and not the other way around.
Thank God for these lessons in patience that are making me a better me.ReplyCancel

I’m trying to look to the positive side of things, no more negativity. Thanks for the opportunity, just love your cards !!ReplyCancel

To try to become a better person, I first pray and ask God to reveal to
me the ways in which He wants me to improve, and then to help me do this.ReplyCancel

To try to become a better person, I try to concentrate on me for awhile, plucking my eyebrows, shaving my legs, dyeing my hair, you know the stuff girls do. I rarely make time for me, I am usually busy trying to make everyone else happy. But I know I will be a better me when I take time for me.ReplyCancel

I make lists! I am a visual person and there is something about seeing the written word on paper. It serves as a prompt and a good reminder. It helps to see goals and to-do items written out and it helps me become more efficient by managing to that list.ReplyCancel

Hi Becca,

Boy! Choosing one thing that would make me a better person. Hmmm … not so easy.

I guess it’d have to be ‘patience’. I have tons of patience with my cardmaking and work that requires lots of details. I’m lacking where people are concerned.

Get impatient at having to repeat myself; speaking to people who ask a question and, then, don’t listen to your response. It frustrates me, no end, when I am waiting for a clerk in a shop and a younger person arrives, after me, but the clerk goes to serve them first … AND, that person doesn’t say I was there first!!! Grrrr! Yes PATIENCE.

God grant me patience and, please, do it right now!
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Have a good weekend, Becca. You are an inspiration to so many people. Gosh! I don’t know where you get the patience. :O)ReplyCancel

Glad the surgery went well, and I hope for a speedy recovery! Thanks for all the inspiration you share! I try to be a more patient person!ReplyCancel

well here we are again, third day I would love to win this blog candy who wouldnt when it sooo special I adore spellbindersReplyCancel

So glad your husband is seeing. You can’t appreciate something until it’s gone. I’m trying to be more creative. I wanted art classes in school and I ended up taking typing. Now I’m making up for lost time.ReplyCancel

Job 42:10 “After Job had prayed for his friends, the LORD made him prosperous again and gave him twice as much as he had before.”
I see a lesson here about prioritizing. Job got his mind off his own problems and prayed for his friends. Then God blessed him. I need to think more about my friends and family, pray for them, and let God take care of me.ReplyCancel

Well, right now I am neck deep in last minute VBS preparations. It starts Sunday night and I am praying for patience.ReplyCancel

I am trying to say “Yes” more frequently.
Love your work, Becca!
Thanks for this opportunity to win!ReplyCancel

Hello Becca – I’m so happy that your husband’s surgery went well. I try to remember to look for God in everyone, and in the ordinary.

Thank you for the opportunity to win, but mostly, I am so grateful for all you share. I enjoy your work so much.

Blessings,
DonnaReplyCancel

Morning Becca – i have loved the last couple of cards you have made – and i especially loved the idea of a frame with the spellbinder grand lace border – i wld never have thought of that.
Thanks for another chance to win, u as we all say over and over you are so generous.
Which leads me to another way to become a better person is to share with others, give to others – put others before yourself.
Have a great day everyone.ReplyCancel

Praise God the surgery went well! So exciting that your husband is able to see better.

My Bible study group has been working our way through the Excellent Wife study. It has really challenged me lately. I didn’t realize that I had slid into some habits that really weren’t helping me and possibly were a hindrance to my husband and other relationships. So I’ve been convicted to keep my tongue in check. Of course in order to do that I’m needing to spend more time with the Lord.

Thank you for another chance at some goodies.ReplyCancel

Happy all is going well for your husband after his surgery. It is always so stressful, no matter what kind of sugery it is, as we love the people so much and just want them to be perfect again. God is so good and is right there with you through this challenge.

I have learned to be a better person by becoming a better listener. I listen to other people, really listen. Far too few of us really take the time to listen and hear others out. It is quite eye opening to actually do this.ReplyCancel

Yeah, it’s Friday. Have a great and restful weekend.ReplyCancel

Hope your husband’s recovery is going well.

When shopping, I try to make eye contact with other shoppers and smile. It’s not always easy, some days I just don’t want to smile. But it is such a small thing and a way I can be ‘separate’ from the world.ReplyCancel

What do I do when I’m working on becoming a better me? I start with getting my priorities in order. Like —> remembering to set aside time to pray! This will help to keep me calm and focused for all the other things I need to do to eventually make myself into a better me!ReplyCancel

I try to spread happiness by smiling at people or letting someone go in front of me in line which usually brings a smile to their face. I just ask them to pass it on. It’s such a good feeling to smile at someone and receive a smile back. Thanks again for the awesome blog candy!
Shirley L.
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Prayer- my first and main way for change. Thanks Becca for the chance to win all this gorgeous candy and I’m really glad your hubby’s surgery went well.
Many hugs to you both,
Trish xxReplyCancel

My constant work-in-progress is seeing myself in a better light! I tend to be very hard on myself; and I know that I am one of God’s children! Each day I need to remind myself that I am worthy of happiness!ReplyCancel

Smile at everyone I meet, that’s what I do when I’m working on being a better me. Everyone could use a smile.

Have a great weekend. Hope all is well with your hubby’s recovery.ReplyCancel

I’m not going to forget my comment today! LOL! I try to exercise and eat healthy when I am working on a better me.ReplyCancel

Hello again, Becca! Something else to work on to make me a better person . . . ask for and accept forgiveness and be forgiving. This kind of goes hand-in-hand with my earlier comment about not being too quick to make judgment and keeping in mind that we all make mistakes and are worthy of one another’s forgiveness for our mistakes. Thank you, again, for your wonderful and inspiring work — it is wonderful that you share your talent!!!ReplyCancel

i work on the inside, eatting better, working out taking care of myself and my family. if they’re happy i’m happy!ReplyCancel

Hi Becca, glad to hear your husband surgery went well. I would have to say I really try and listen to what people are saying. I know I’m guilty with my daughter when she comes in and I am doing something and she just talks and talks. When she is all finish, I usually ask something and she goes, I Just told you………I feel so bad.ReplyCancel

I haven’t been receiving the subscription. I thought something was awry.
I am glad to see it isn’t. We have had a rough time of it. We had a house fire on Sunday night(6/6) We are still without power…which also means no running water or flushing toilets. A nice neighbor is running a line for us to have a few lamps downstairs and our main frig on. We alternate between the comp and the upright freezer. we’ve been showering there and getting buckets of water to flush the toilets. The hold up is the jack-off’s down town…this town only has a bldg. inspector not an electrical one, and this bldg inspector has been making my husband jump through hoops, and then claims, that wasn’t what he asked us to do. (as far as getting up to the NEW codes…we had this entire house rewired and up to code the first year we moved in…1986.

we have an acquaintance that is an electrical inspector in another township, that told us this guy is a real ————— and that our town did have an electrical inspector for a while but quit because of this putz.

so I make myself better by trying to walk a mile in another guys shoes, and not ever treat anyone the way this ass is treating us.

No one was hurt Thank God, even the kitties got out…but my son’s bedroom is fried (and of course it was the only room newly renovated) and there is much smoke and soot damage to the MB hallway and upstairs bathroom… my daughters bedroom door was closed…so that was good.

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Becca, when I am trying to better myself…..I pray. Just a little one on one with God! I try to be careful what I ask for. My Mom used to say “Be Careful What you Ask for you May get it” So, I asked to be at home with time to work on my crafts and I was given this….I was laid off in February, 2010. At the time I was devestated and I whined a lot. However, all things are working out and I can have the time to craft. I was chosen to be on a DT for Just For Fun Stamps and I’m having a wonderful time! …….So just spend a little time with your Lord and tell him your needs….He will supply! I am trying to give back a little for my good fortune by donating some of my cards to a nursing home for those who have no family to send them things.ReplyCancel

Hi Becca.

hope you and hubby are enjoying the start to the weekend and that hubby is on the mend,

would be nice to win the blog candy but more than happy with the eye candy you share with us each day

have a nice week-endReplyCancel

I like to do a RAK and bless someone whenever I see an opportunity.ReplyCancel

Hope all is going well with your husband. Take care. I willkeep you both in my thoughts and prayers.ReplyCancel

So Happy to hear everything went well for you husband.
My Prayers are with you both.ReplyCancel

Glad your hubby’s cataract surgery went well! To be a better person, I’m trying to remember that my husband can’t read my mind! :) If I need his help, I try not to stand there and fume because I think he should KNOW I need him – a lot of the time he’s oblivious. I just tell myself “ASK him!” – he has NEVER turned me down or complained when I’ve asked him to give me a hand with anything.ReplyCancel

Hi Becca.
I am eally enjoying this weekend as I am enjoying reading all the comments.
I have had a lot of time to think how to become a better person and one way would be just to get to know God some more.
Hope you are having a good weekend and that your husband is doing good.
Linda xReplyCancel

Making cards for our troops via a charitable organization makes me feel like a better person.ReplyCancel

Thanks Becca for all you do and the wonderful inspirations. When I need to feel better – either physically or spiritually, I spend some time reading my Bible. I start in Psalms and then go from there.
Blessings,
CindieReplyCancel

Good Morning

It is a beatiful moring here in Florida. I am on my way to take part in a Make & Take it at my favorite Stamp store. So today I will try to be a better person and help anyone there. Sometimes I get frustrated that some don’t work as quickly as others and I need to understand that everyone doesn’t work at the same pace. It will be an opportunity to be helpful and hopefully be a better person too.ReplyCancel

I’m striving to be a better me by listening more and talking less. Thanks for another chance to win wonderful blog candy.ReplyCancel

So glad the surgery went well. This year I am working to be healthier and “fitter”, and it is going well. Time for “me” when I’m usually doing for others :-) Great blog candy!ReplyCancel

I keep trying to remind myself that it isn’t just about….me! It’s usually just a simple matter of saying “Thank you”, that can make all the difference to someone that may not have expected it. The benefit? You feel better that you made that person’s day.ReplyCancel

Each day I strive to be more in tune to the needs of others and to respond to those needs.ReplyCancel

Good morning Becca – can’t wait to see the next beautiful card that you’ll share. Hope your husbanding is continuing to recover.ReplyCancel

I like to walk and do some thinking . It sure helps. I’m praying for your hubby. Thanks Becca for the chance to win.ReplyCancel

I like Jean McGee’s adivce, “keep your focus on God and only glance at your troubles/problems.” It is so easy to focus on what is happening right now instead of remembering it is only for the short term in the grand scheme of things.ReplyCancel

I try to thank the Good Lord for every day. When I get up in the morning And when I go to bed at night. As well as many little prayers of thanks throughout the day.
May He bless us, one and all.
mary l.ReplyCancel

Another beautiful day. Makes one appreciate and feel better about everything.ReplyCancel

I’ve lost track of the days with a very busy schedule…..however, while I’ve missed a few words, I’ve still been thinking of your question, Becca. I must take care of myself to be the best I can be for others, so while focusing on me to be healthy, my goal is to be a better child of God’s, wife, mother, grandmother, and friend.ReplyCancel

To be a better me, I try to be less ME, and more HIM. Like the old hymn, “He the great example is and pattern for me. . . .”ReplyCancel

To be a better me, I need to be a better reflection of HIM. I need to be a good example in all things and at all times. Not just when I “think someone may be watching”. Especially where my kids are involved. Children learn what they live. And I want them to learn all about God’s tremendous grace and mercy and love. So I need to always reflect that. And then I’ll be a much better me.
I’m working on it!
God Bless you and thank you for sharing your incredible talents with us!
< CynthiaReplyCancel