Hi there, first an update, hubby’s surgery this morning went well – he’s already seeing in way he hasn’t been able to in years. Because this surgery had to be put off for so long his cataracts were very thick. Thanks for all the kind prayers – our spirits fly high with so many good thoughts flooding over us. Now to wait patiently for the healing!
There have been quite a few challenges this week – I’m still dealing with some upgrade issues on the backside of my blog and went through a memory upgrade today. You probably didn’t know anything was up, but I see the logs and I know things were fitting a little to snuggly – anyhow that’s fixed now too. Probably not quick enough to spare me from being a little bit snippy but then I had to pause and remember how much there is to be thankful for. I work so hard on being a better me. That leads me to this weeks Blog Candy. It might seem indulgent but I’m thrilled these things go to people who want them. I’m so thankful for all of you! For all of you, when you leave a comment for this blog candy, share with us what you do when you’re working on being a better you? I don’t know about you, but my list would be looooong. :-)
So if this is your first time playing double play, here’s how it works. The above blog candy is up for grabs. You can leave a comment on my blog, on this post, once a day until the end of the candy on Sunday night at 11:00pm (CST), June 13th. Once the candy ends, I’ll have random.org pick a number that I’ll match to a comment number and that’s the winner. (By the way, please don’t put a web address in the text of your comment, not even the spelled out ones – it gets dumped into the spam bin and I get so many that I rarely pick through them.) The winner has 48 hours to reach out to me through my contact page which can be accessed on the top menu portion of my blog. All I need is for the winner to tell me they want the prize and give me a mailing address to send it to.
Bonus winning ;-)
Punch is Large – roughly size of hand
Punched out area is 2.25" wide and 1.5" tall
Keep reading to see how to win this too.
Here’s where the "double" part comes in. I’ll have a "Word of the Day" that will be posted in the box below two times per day for the duration of the blog candy. The morning word will go up right after 12 o’clock midnight (CST), then it will be erased and a new word put in its place right after 12 o’clock noon (CST). Pop in quick to visit this main blog candy post and write the word down. (Don’t put the words in your comment!!) Collect the words this week, there will be a total of 8 and if your name is picked for the blog candy and you can give me the 8 words when you claim your candy – you get the punch too. If the blog candy winner doesn’t have all the words to win the bonus punch, the next name I draw will have a chance. I’ll keep drawing until we have a winner. Better grab the words and keep them to yourself just in case!!
| WORD OF THE DAY |
| responsibility |
| This is the last word :-) |
When I am trying to be a better person I try to spend more time in God’s Word. Thanks for the chance to win some great things.
Great to know the surgery went well – prayer is so powerful.
What do I do when I want to be a better person – Pray!!
Glad hubby’s surgery went well. Love your designs.
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 :)
Becca so pleased that surgery went ok, now hoping for a sprrdy recovery,
thanks for sharing, take care and keep well
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. haha
Glad to hear your hubby has been looked after.
You are a wonderful giving person Becca – by what you do and how you share it with us all day by day – without profit or worldy reward – bless you for that.
We learnt only last Sunday – something we already know – but so often forget and need to be reminded –
Philippians 4:8 – Finally, brethren, whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things are honest, whatsoever things are just, whatsoever things are pure, whatsoever things are lovely, whatsoever things are of good report; if there be any virtue, and if there be any praise, think on these things.
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.
Happy your hubbys surgery went well. I;ve been trying to be more helpful to others in need of something they might need. Not that I have so much but some small item they might be able to use.
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 ~
Lori
Hi Becca
I am glad that the surgery went well. I have been trying to be more patience with other people, or more patience when i drive my car and the car in front of me is driving to slowly.
hugs linda
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.
Linda S. in NE
Happy your husband’s surgery went well! I love your blog and all that you share. I’m trying to be better organized and get more important things done. Thanks
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!
All the best to your husband.
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!
Mary
Hi Becca! So glad to hear that your husband’s surgery went well. I pray for a speedy recovery from the surgery. In trying to be a better person, I always try to imagine what another person is going through and try not to be judgmental. I became even more conscious of this after a family member was diagnosed with a debilitating illness and I see the stares, glares, and mocking she receives from people who don’t know of or understand her situation. It all goes back to the Golden Rule. Thank you for sharing your wonderful talents and for being so generous.
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
Marisa
So glad that you DH surgery went well. Becca I would not worry about being a little snippy at times, stress and worry will do that to the best of us. As much as we don’t like to do this I think it is like a release valve and at time very understandable.
On to the question. I think the little things are easy, just make the little change specific to the fault. Now the big things are a whole different thing. First off you need to recognize it and often we do not see these faults of our own. The first thing I do is pray yet often don’t know exactly what to pray for. Thank heavens the Lord knows what we need more than we do. The hardest thing for me to do is “let go and let God”… the great news is He loves us just as we are.
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! <
I’m so happy that your husband’s surgery went well, eyes are so important it must be terribly worrying when you have surgery on them.
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.
Barbie
Becca,
This is so fun. It is one of my favorite escapes. I have many faults that definitely need work, but the one I seem to need the most help with is patience. Since I retired three yrs ago I have become a caregiver to my 83 yr old mother who lives with us and now suffers from dementia which is really hard to watch and even harder to endure. I am also taking care of my 85 yr old mother-in-law who suffers from COPD. Then I have taken on day care for my 5 mo. old twin grandaughters, who I throughly love to pieces and enjoy immensely, but can be a handful from time to time. So you see there are days when my patience run a little thin. I just stop whatever I am doing count to ten and say a little prayer. Seems to work. Thinking about everything I have to be grateful for and I do have alot, also works. God speed with your husbands recovery. Thanks for all you do.
Marcie
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 to
Glad hubby’s surgery went well. Now hoping for a speady recovery,
thanks for sharing, take care and keep well.
Barb
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 Dorothy
Glad your husband’s surgery went well. This year hasn’t been the best for the health of my husband and myself but I try not to let it get me down. I often pray but I also have a sense of laughter that helps carry me thru.
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.
BECCA BECCA SO HAPPY TO HEAR YOUR HUSBANDS EYE SURGERY WENT SO WELL. THANK GOD. I LEARNED THAT PRAYERS TO GOD ARE
OFTEN ANSWERED. BUT THOSE PRAYERS BRINGS US THRU A LOT OF
MEDICAL PROBLEMS.
YES, I WOULD LOVE TO WIN ONE OF YOUR SPECIAL CANDY BLOGS. I
HAVE NEVER WON ANYTHING BUT YOUR CANDY BLOGS ARE THE BEST.
AND YOUR TALENT, ONLY WISH YOU COULD SHARE THAT.
CYNTHIA
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.
I’m glad your hubby’s surgery went well!
To better myself, i try to have self control, e.g, when people who bug me or get on my nerves . haha… i try to bite my tongue and think maybe they’re having a bad day…. maybe my day isn’t as bad as theirs… and then move on =)
thanks for the chance to win!
juli
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 gifts
The number one thing I do when I’m trying to be a better me is read my Bible more.
So, happy to hear that the surgery went well. I know what it is to not be able to see well… it must be wonderful to have that change for the better.
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.
Once a lady told me to Be Still and Listen. I thought, I don’t have time to be still, I have job, house to run, a daughter, a husband, two dogs, a sick mother, a sister who needs help…..etc. etc. But over time I have learned what that means. So now as I am trying to be a better person, I just get still and listen. God is speaking to us always and sometimes we just have to get still, put everything else aside, and listen. My quiet times are wonderful.
I’m so happy your husband’s surgery went well. God is good!
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 Maryann
I try to pay attention to others, be a good listener, and also to notice if there’s something that bothers people or just something I can do to make their day better. I’m studying to be a doctor, so I think these are personal features that I definately need to posess and want to develop further. Often it doesn’t take much to make others feel worthy and happy for a while, maybe just recognizing a random person at the grocery store with a smile can make their day. At least I enjoy small things like that :)
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 xx
I’m glad to hear that your husband’s surgery went well. I pray every day that God will keep me on the path to be a good person. Thanks for the chance to win.
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.
Dear Becca
So gad that your Hubby is doing well after his surgery.
Everyday will bring small steps to recovery.
Your cards LIGHT UP MY LIFE.
All the Best Joyce from SA
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.
Becca, thoughts and prayers going out to you and your husband. So happy he is doing well. As for the question, when things aren’t going well I tend to purge, clean, organize, and pray while I am dong all that. I can’t do any of it without God’s help and I find that I am a much better person and can deal with more if there is less stuff, clutter, etc.
Thank you for continuing to be an inspiration to so many!
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)
praying for a complete healing for your sweetie’s eye surgery.
i know i can’t do anything without God so i pray, not just for His changing my heart, but i pray for joy. praying for patience just seemed to give me more situations to deal with but when you pray for joy it just seems those situations are so much better/easier to get thru. also when i’m feeling a little snippy i plug in a praise music and just belt them out, it always lifts my spirits heavenward.
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.
I try to begin and end each day with a prayer, read my bible first thing when I get to work and most of all, I try to live by the “Golden Rule”.
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.
To whom much is given, much will be required — when I think of all that God constantly blesses me with, I am overwhelmed with how much I need to give back. I’ll never give enough, but I try.
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!
Glad your husbands surgery went well. What I do is pray and stop and think of the situation. I always try and see the good in people and always try walking in their shoes which is never easy and I ask God to grant me understanding. This always helps me to be a better person. I think what lacks these days people lack compassion. We live in a fast paced world. No one takes the time to stop and smell the roses or to simply try and understand what is going on. What comes to mind is a little Sunday School song we sang as a child it was called JOY, J-O-Y J-O-Y this is what it means Jesus first and yourself last and others in between. Trying to better ones self is an on going battle especially when you are being tested. I’ll get off my soapbox now. LOL!!! Good luck everyone. As always Becca, TFS!!! :-D
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.
working on remembering an “attitude of gratitude” sUSAn
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.
Glad to hear that your hubby’s surgery went well. I think the two of you should win “Husband and Wife of the Year!” Honestly, you come across as one of the sweetest people and your husband has to be just as sweet for you to refer to him the way that you do. What I do to be a better person is: try to reach out to people in need. I’m not big on chatting on the telephone, but when I feel as though someone may just need to know that there are people out there that truly care, I will pick up the phone just so that they know I’m there for them.
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 :)
Hi Becca,
I know you are feeling better knowing your hubbys eyes will be better now….
I have found that if I Thank God for all the things he has helped me with the day before it maks my day better.
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 x
Blessings Becca. And glad your husband is doing well. The first place I start as I work on being a better me is seeking what that would be according to God, in his word and in prayer. Being a better me is really only good if it is lasting and I know that will only come with God’s help. Thank you for the opportunity and the challenge .
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.
Great goodies Becca! For my first comment I’d say trying to recognize when it’s happening where i’m having a conversation with someone and i’m ‘waiting to talk’ as opposed to ‘really listening’. I don’t do this all the time, but I do it sometimes and for me it’s comes from a short attention span. Trying to work on that :) Good luck to everyone!
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!
So, so glad that the surgery went well. Our God is good! All the time!
What do I do to make myself a better person, you ask? PRAY!! and PRAY!! and PRAY some more!
Thanks for sharing your beautiful creations!
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 Cheryl
Hi Becca,
Great news that the surgery went well.
Thank you for the opportunity to win some candy. That is so much fun.
Currently, at my church, we are taking a look at the fruit of the Spirit. This week we are considering gentleness. “Let your gentleness be evident to all. The Lord is near.” (Philippians 4:5) A better me?: Am I allowing and encouraging gentleness to grow and mature in me.? That is the question for my day that I will be pondering and using as a barometer of my behavior, thots and attitudes as I respond to whatever life situations come my way.
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.
My prayers to you and your husband as God completes the work he began in him. I love what you do with Spellbinders pendants and medallions. I’m anxious to try some.
When I’m working to better myself, I’m usually responding to some “nugget” from the word of God. Lately, I’ve been concentrating on “guarding my gates”. My eyes, ears and mouth are the entrance way to my soul. So I’m being more careful about what goes in and what comes out through my “gates”.
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!
Becca, sooooooooooo happy that your husband is doing so well so soon after surgery! Will keep you both in my prayers! Something I’m trying to work on is patience, and also being a better listener.
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.
So glad your husband is doing well. Prayers are always helpful
with recovery.
When I want to better myself I usually try to reorganize things around the house but more importantly I take a look at how I treat others and go out of my way to smile at strangers and give more compliments. I also try not to let others peoples actions bother me. I continue to treat them how I would like to be treated dispite how they may act. Some people enjoy putting others down and I let it roll off my back, and try not to spend as much time with them. True friends don’t do that.
I can’t wait to read what others do.
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.
When I am trying to be a better me, I try to spend more time in God’s word and in prayer. I know it’s a heart issue and only God can change my heart.
Have a blessed day. Thanks for the candy. Glad to hear your husband’s surgery went well.
Prayer is the key!
I just think of my Down Syndrome son. What a wonderful boy he is. Everyday he teaches me to be a better person!
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!
Trying to be a better person for me means being thankful for what I have and not always wanting more. I see so many people that are strugging and it really makes me appreciate how good God has been to me. I also try to be positive and avoid whining and complaining. That only brings one down.
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 Gasparri
I’m working on hospitality by opening up my heart to others and making them feel at home in my presence. Reaching out to everyone with love and acceptance. This takes God’s help.
Good Day Becca,
So Happy to hear everything went well for you husband.
My Prayers are with you both.
so happy that your husband’s surgery went well! hope that he has a very speedy recovery!
When I’m trying to be a better me, I pray for guidance and direction in where God is leading me to be a better me.
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.
I can’t believe how generous you are Becca with all these
give-a-ways! May God Bless you.
Joanie
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.
When I am trying to be a better person I think of all the things that have happens in my life, good or bad and thank God that nothing was that bad that I could not get through it.
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.
When I am trying to be a better person, I try to think of others more than myself. Sometimes no matter how hard I try, I just get in the way of myself!!! So glad your hubby surgery went well!
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.
Luvglitztoo
When working on a better me – I need to be in God’s word & talking with him about me. To ask him to forgive me where I fail & for him to direct me.
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.
So happy to hear that all of our prayers were heard and your dh is well. Oh gosh, when I want to improve, one of the things that always comes to the forefront of my mind is the words from a co-worker. “Search for the good” is what she always says. So when someone makes me angry and I want to say something, those words stop me and I look a little deeper.
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.
Becca,
Thank you so much for your beautiful work. I love coming to the blog and checking everyday to see what inspiration you have for us. When working on “me” I would have to say I try to complain less and try to be more grateful. Thank you for a chance to win. I’m thankful your husband is doing well.
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)
I have been trying to be more understanding and not jump to conclusinns when things happen. Stop and count to 10 and then react.
It truely makes a difference.
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!
When I work on being a better me I spend more time in God’s word, study His word, and surround myself with people who will lift me up spiritually.
glad to hear dh is doing well. thanks for the opportunity. my goal is to be less judgemental.
So thankful your DH is doing good….
I pray for Jesus to get me thur……..whatever I’m doing at the time, and I know I can’t handle it…..I pray for him to get me thur……and you know what……every time “he does”…….
I glad things are going well for your husband…continued healing to him. Thank you for offering this blog candy…you’re so “sweet”.
I always try to smile when I’m on the phone…hopefully, this will show in my voice. Thanks for your blog…I truly love looking at your cards and instructions!
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. Grin
I am so happy that your husbands surgery went well!! I had catarat surgery myself a few years ago and WOW! the difference in my vision! It was amazing! Will keep both of you in my prayers! When I’m trying to be a better person, I try really hard to reach and look heavenward! Otherwise, I will surely fail! God bless you Becca! Thank you for all that you do and give! Hugs, C:o)
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.~
Thank the Lord your husbands cataract surgery went well and now praying for a speedy recovery. The first thing I need to do every day in trying to be a better person is to spend some time with God. My husband gets up before I do so then I spend a ew minutes in quiet prayer.
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’.
Barb
I hate housework, so I work hard at making my stamping be a reward – have to do some cleaning in order to earn time in my “artsy-fartsy” room!
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!
Good Morning Becca
Thank God for the successful surgey and that you for the praise report.
Working on me I make a list of ten things I want to do or change and when I get 1/2 way my list I start another list. I find the list helps me to stay focused. I am working on clearing out, I have tooooo much stuff,(for a lack of calling it something else) LOL
Keeping things organized is one of the hardest thing for me
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!
Blessings on you and your husband, Becca! Thank you for another opportunity to win some blog candy.
Each day I take time to listen and give thanks….and pray for patience.
I like what Jill said ‘breath’ and ‘calm down’…..
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.
Great news about your hubby. The road to recovery is long so be patient with him.
Patience is my number one priority right now…
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!!
When I am “trying” to be a better person, I remember that God is my Father and Jesus is my savior. I go back to the scriptures for guidance. Thanks for asking this question, Becca………..it makes you stop and remember who you are.
Blessings,
Pat B
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~
Marilyn
When I am trying to be a better person, I pray to God for guidance. I am glad that you have asked that question. I am glad to hear that your husband surgery went will:}
To become a better me—-I start the day with God—-Bible devotional and prayer.
When angry or upset, I try to think before speaking.
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).
Oh my!!!! GREAT BLOG CANDY!!!! And OH MY!!!! What do I do when trying to be a better person? I apologize ALOT!!!! And pray ALOT!!! Asking for forgiveness!!!! Reading The Word, is a daily thing! :)
Glad to hear your husband is doing well! :)
Trying to be consistent with the small things. Thankful that your husband’s surgery went well!
The only way I know to become more Christ like is to spend time in His word and in prayer and fully surrender to Him. So glad the surgery went well, give extra doses of loving to that man!
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.
I’m so glad the surgery went well! I really do need to work on being a better me. I need to pray and remember my blessings more to do this.
Thanks so much for the chance to win again and the reminder that I can be better!
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.
Good news about your husband. All Good Wishes for a full recovery.
What do I need to be? More patient!!!
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.
Glad to hear your husbands surgery went well,
I am learning not to sweat the small things in life, I usually take every situation and make it bigger that it is. Praying helps very much.
Hugs
Donna
Great news to hear your husbands surgery went well!
Trying to be better – its all about prayer and counting your blessings.
So glad your husband’s surgery went well. And you are a good person Becca. You can hear it in what you write on your blog and in your beautiful cards you make and share with all of us. You are truly one of God’s angels.
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.
Happy to hear that the surgery went well. I try to be a better person by counting my blessings and trying to stay in the Word..
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.
It is wonderful that your husband’s surgery went well. I will keep him in my prayers. And prayer is what I do. And trust in the Lord. I believe that it keeps me grounded in my life and my actions toward others.
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.
Hi Becca: My you are such a generous and giving person. And we are all lucky enough to be the recipients of that generosity. I try to read scripture and pray when I’m working on “me.” Something will jump out at me to help me deal with whatever issue is at hand. I also try very hard to spend time outdoors. For some reason, nature calms me and makes things clearer. It’s usually just in my garden but it seems to help.
Mary
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!
Teri
So glad your hubbie’s surgery went well. In trying to be a better person I am trying to be a better listen and be more patient . Thanks for a chance to win some awesome blog candy.
Marilyn
“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.
You are so amazing. thanks for the chance to work for some blog candy. I wish the word of the day for everyone.
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.
When trying to be a better person I first have to go back and remember that I am a child of God and realize that I AM that better person. Thanks for your beautiful cards and your uplifting spiritual thoughts.
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.
Becca I was very happy to read that your DT’s surgery went well and now to wishing him a speedy recovery. I love to win the blog candy, tku for sharing it. I am working on slowing down my pace and take time to smell the roses and my surroundings. I’m always hurrying from one thing to another and have little time to appreciate the life we were given and its time on this earth.
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 Michigan
Glad to hear your husband’s surgery went well! You are such a sweet person to give this blog candy.
I pray for patience and understanding when dealing with others. It helps me think before reacting.
Blessings,
Michele T.
Glad your hubby is on road to recovery. Thanks for the opportunity for such great prizes.
Glad to hear things are going well with your husband – please take good care of yourself too! Sometimes these things are hardest on the care givers – that’s you. For me, first step to a better me is prayer. Throughout the days of the blog candy, I will consider other steps I use and enjoy reading what others do. Thanks for a great question and your wonderful blog, Becca.
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!
Becca…thanks for the opportunity to win some blog candy! Glad to hear that the surgery went well and may your husband have a speedy recovery.
I am always trying to improve something…I try to spend more quiet time with God in prayer, Bible study and quietly listening. Then I look for ways to put into pratice what he is putting in my heart . I also try to be in the moment and work on being grateful for my many blessings.
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,
Barbara
Thanks Becca for another chance at some great goodies…
when I am trying to be a better me, I am trying to be patient and sensitive to my daughter’s extremely sensitive ways…I was once a 12 year old girl, but nothing compares to the girl drama that our children had to deal with in middle school. Fortunately, today is the last day of school.
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.
Becca,
You are such a blessing to myself and others! I so enjoy your beautiful cards and your videos are wonderful. I learn sooooooooooo much but still cannot tie a bow like you!!
My desire to live for Christ is my constant companion! I try to encourage others in the path of faithfulness as much as possible. I was in a home once that had a sign in several rooms in the house which said”Thy brother/sister for whom Christ died”! What a lesson to not speak ill of others!!
Thank you for your encouragement,Becca and I pray for the recovery of your husbands eyes.
Lovingly in our soon coming Lord Jesus Christ,
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.
So glad your hubby is doing well after his surgery. My husband had his right eye done in April, and left eye done in May, and he’s doing well and can see SO much better!!
I try to always remember the Golden Rule… Do unto others as you would have them do unto you.
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”
Becky
Bless you Becca, you are such an inspiration to me as well as countless others, I find I get such pleasure in sharing freely whatever God given talents I have. May the God you love hold you and yours, gently in His Hands. Love and Hugs to ALL HM
So glad for the successful surgery!
Hang in there!
In the midst of frustration and worry, I try to stop to say a pray of Thanks for something and then remind myself that it is in God’s hands . We are all controlling humans and that is the hardest part of our being, letting go. In the end it tourns out the way it should have and beyond our understanding. Then I wonder why I worried so to begin with.
Glad to hear DH’s surgery went well.
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Being a better you, an on going struggle. One thing I try to do is put myself in someone else’s shoes. How would this look, how would they see my actions, how would this sound?
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.
Becca, I just want you to know that you a such an inspiration to me, and to so many people around the world. When I speak to other card-makers here in Australia they all know who you are. Keep up the brilliant work, and thank you so much for blessing us by sharing with us all.
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.
Working on me starts with prayer–I can’t do it alone! Thanks for the dh update–so glad he did well, God is so good.
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!
PTL Glad the surgery went well, its amazing when the cataracts are removed how the vision is restored. I find being in the Word daily and prayer are great deterrent to wrong attitudes. There are certainly days when I have to take a step back, take a deep breath, repeat a scripture and remind myself of the great grace Ive been shown. I must say I am so thankful for forgiveness for those times I fail though! :)
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.
Hello Becca,
In working on self improvement the very first thing I do is pray. I pray for guidence, especially in situations where I have to respond verbally. I am learning each day the power that words carry. Once spoken they can not be taken back or disregarded. I ask God to:
1. give me What to say
2. give me How to say it
3. give me When to say it
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.
Oooooh…drooling over this amazing blog candy. Sending prayers for your hubby and you!
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!
Your candy looks yummy! When I’m trying to be a better person, I have to start with God. Time in reflection and honesty before my Lord is like breathing air! When I’m secure in His love and forgiveness – again – He just flows through me. I can never be a better person, BUT God in me makes me a better person.
Thanks for the opportunity to win something…
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.
Praise God for the surgery going well! Thank you for your inspiration. I always seem to pick faults & try to improve them but it gets me nowhere. I always have to lay them down and pray for God to direct instead of me. It always amazes me what he wants improved.
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!
Becca,
Sending prayers your way for a speedy recovery for your hubby.
My worst fault is procrastination. I’m constantly struggling with putting things off–verses getting them done now. So I try to work on lessening that fault everyday–so that I’m happier with myself.
Blessings to you,
Mary Lou
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!
So glad to hear that the surgery went well – now for the rest and healing. Right now I am working on controlling my Type 2 diabetes by eating a very low carb diet. At first it was very easy, but I have hit a mental roadblock (GRRR)! So I am PRAYING for strength and determination! I know that I can do anything with God as my coach!
I try to take hour long walks and get some much needed exercise!
So glad to hear your husband’s eyesite has been made better by the good doctors and The Great Physician himself. Hope he continues to heal more every day.
A sincere prayer in the morning always helps to make me a better person all day.
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.
Glad to hear the surgery went well, and sending good wishes that the recovery is quick! To try to be a better person, I try to keep my opinions to myself! I can be kind of bossy. :)
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.
glad the sugery went well, when I am trying to be a better person I try to serve others (helping someone always gives me a lift). Thanks for the chance its a great prize.
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.
So happy to hear the surgery went well! Now for a speedy recovery.
My list of needed improvements is long but try to remember to be patient and think before reacting.. Knowing that I am exactly where the Lord wants me to be.
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.
I’ve been working at being positive and not negative, especially when it comes to the words that come out of my mouth…encourage and not discourage. I had a good workout with it this morning on my walk with my neighbor when she was sharing a difficulty in her marriage. Even though I was sharing her frustration, it helped to point out to her the positive aspects of her husband and marriage.
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.
I’ll keep you and your husband in my prayers!!!
To be a better me I need to learn to prioritize. This starts with what’s most important for me — 1. God, 2. Family, 3. Friends, 4. Business-etc.
Then working on priortizing within each of those to better manage my time so I’m less stressed and at the end of the feel like I’ve spent my time doing what’s most important for me and my life!!! I really truly believe that if I can do this, that everything else in my life will fall into place!!!!
Glad the surgery went well.
Glad your husband is well! I have a long list of things to do to be better…I keep trying. My biggest right now is to try to listen more and talk less. It is difficult for me, because I LOVE to talk! I am a social person. My children have the same issue :) I try to remember the old adage…God gives you two ears and one mouth so that you can listen twice as much as you speak. It is amazing the things you hear and notice when silent fo ra bit.
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.
Glad the surgery went well. I pray for more patience and guidance.
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 Bannon
Good to hear the surgery went well.
I am trying to be more patient.
Hopefully, I can be a more giving person of my time.
carol b
This is always so fun and your words encouraging. I’m so thankful your husbands surgery was successful. Blessings for that. When I am trying to become a better person (which is continually) I will seek wise counsel. The hard thing is to be willing to accept it and learn from it. My husband is a godly man but it is quite difficult to accept his suggestions of change for some reason, but when I look back I can see his wisdom. Enjoy your day.
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 productive
Hi Becca,
So glad to hear all went well yesterday with your hubby God is good!!
I would like to be a better person by listening more.
Linda
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.
To be a better person, I think positive no matter how difficult it is.
Glad to here your hubby is doing well, thoughts and prayers for all of you.
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.
janie
This question hit hard because it called upon something I have just been faced with. I have a rare lung disease and have been on a variety of trial meds the last 4 years. I am suddenly getting better. Praise the Lord! So I quit using the supplemental oxygen during the day. My levels stay in the normal range. Dr. said, “No!” My lungs are still quite compromised and my going off the extra oxygen I am working the rest of my body too hard. “But I don’t like all those tubes and cords.” (Insert foot stomping here!) It took a day or two of reminding myself Who is in charge, to “let go and let God.” To be a better me, I have to be back on the oxygen and follow doctor’s orders.
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.
I am so glad your hubby is doing well. I always go to Jesus with all things. He knows best. Thanks for the chance to win.
Seeing is so important (esp after you have it), a speedy recovery wish is sent.
Great news about your hubby, and that he can allready tell that his sight is improved that is terrific!!
I would have to say to be a better person I have tried to not get upset with people or situations that arise, you never know what is going on in other people’s lives and why they do the things they do, so try to treat everyone the best way I can.
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.
Continued prayers for your husband’s recovery. When i feel uncomfortable with who I am I try to give – Random Acts of Kindness. It helps to remind me how very blessed I am.
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!
Praise God that the surgery went well and you husbands vision will be restored. When I am worried or stressed I may ask God to take the pain of it all away, but then I remember Jesus’ quote from the garden on the night before he died, “You will, not mine.”
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.
hi becca im glad your husband is doing well i try to be a better person by listening to what people have to say and smiling at strangers as i think a smile says many thing and makes people feel a little bit happier
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!
Hi Becca, so glad to hear your husband’s surgery went well. My mom just found out she has some cataract issues, so it’s comforting to know he had success with his surgery. As always, your blog candy is AWESOME!! Keeping my fingers crossed!!
I’m finding one of the simplest things I can do to be a better person is to take a few deep breaths when I lose my patience. We’ve been trying to teach out 3-year-old that when he gets mad he needs to breathe and count to ten to calm down. How funny, that I don’t always follow that same rule. Sometimes, my patience wears thin with the 50 million things on my “to do” list. I find that if I can follow the simple rules that I’m trying to teach my 3-year-old that it helps me to get back in control before I just lose it. I thought my patience was supposed to get better as I got older, haha!
happy to hear the surgery went well,trying to be a better person, would be having more patient with my kids.
I am happy your DH’s surgery went well.
Thanks for offering this blog candy! The first thing I do when I am trying to do better is to pray. I always remember this saying, “Think of the good two can do if one is God and the other is you.”
When I take time to work on me, I like to make sure I’ve done what I need to for others first.
Glad surgery went well-that’s what I do when I try to be a better me–remind myself of all that is going right in my life instead of dwelling on what is going wrong.
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.
Hi Becca
Good news about our husband’s surgery, so glad it went well. I am keeping my fingers crossed on winning this great candy blog.
Good to hear hubby is doing well ! Continued thoughts and prayers for him !
I would love to win this wonderful blog candy !
Glad hubby is better and praying for wonderful healing. I pray each morning for the Lord to help me walk in His ways in this life. Love your blog!
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.
Candy
Thanks for the chance to win this wonderful blog candy! Like you, I have a long list of improvements I’m striving for but what I most try to remember and live by is this: Live in such a way as those who know you but don’t know God may come to know God through you. I try to do this by example. It’s not easy but so worth it. Thanks Again, Tracy
Glad the surgery went well!!
My comment is to try and lose some weight..Operative word”try”..lol
I’m glad the surgery went well. You two have had quite the year! It is time for things to go more smoothly!
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.
Roseville, CA
You are really sweet to do this. And I just know with everyone praying that the healing will go well. Take care.
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.
What a haul that is!
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!
Glad to hear your husband’s surgery went well. I had cataract surgery 10 years ago on my left eye and then about 6 years ago on my right eye. I remember coming home after the bandages were off and being able to read license plates in front of me. If you’ve never understood that let me tell you I was like a little kid in a candy store. It was so exciting!!! Your husband will know what I’m talking about!!
I love not having to wear glasses anymore – just need reading glasses for those things printed in tiny script that no one can read!!!
Your blog is one of my favorites. Since I discovered Nestabilities and all the Spellbinders products you are the sight I go to for ideas. Thanks for all your blog candy chance to win. Bless you.
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.
I ask the Lord on a daily basis to come into my heart and guide me thru my day! Glad your hubby is doing well! You are an inspiration to all of us, keep up all your good work!
Blessing to you hubby’s eyes.
Being happy with myself first, then all things are possible.
Oh, what a subject, Becca! I tend to have to work on this very hard each and every day! Being a female in the building supply industry is sometimes very difficult. (It’s a man thing, you know – I’m just a dumb woman! LOL) Compounding that is a daily grind of battling the Big Box stores and the sagging economy and other circumstances that are totally out of my hands. Sometimes when a customer or potential customer start to get demanding and even sometimes ugly, I just want to lash out at them. And then I remember this – what if I were the very last person this person ever had the chance to speak to here on this Earth, in this life? Would I be proud of the way I behaved and spoke to this person? Would my actions be pleasing to the Lord? Would the last words this person heard be the last words I would want to hear? Then I’m humbled. However, I will have to admit, sometimes I have these thoughts ony after I’ve succumbed to “talking back”! LOL!!!
I just discovered your blog!
Wow! What I’ve been missing. You work is AMAZING!
Glad your husband is doing well.
Michelle
Doing volunteer work puts my life in harmony and I feel much better at the end of the day.
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 :D
I try to remember there are all kinds of people in the world. Some we have to tolerate and others we love. Your ideas are always inspiring!
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.
Every morning, in the shower, part of my prayer is that I will be a blessing and not a bossy, a help and not a hindrance, and that my thoughts, words, actions, and reactions will honor and glorify God.
PTL!!! your husband’s surgery went well and for the healing that is going on in his eyes. God is the GREAT Healer – PTL!!!!!
Jean McGee
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!
Hi Becca,
I am thrilled that your husband’s second surgery went well! My father and mother-in-law had this done and it is a whole new world for them to see.
I’m always trying to be a better person. When I see someone who needs a helping hand (usually strangers) I’m right there. When I baked, I would donate some baking to a local charity or fundraiser, or hand some out to some unsuspecting recipients. I like to give a compliment to a stranger or a kind word to someone who might not have much interaction with people. I always try to share a smile and say thank-you to people. Kindness is contagious!
Cheers,
Cathie
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!
When I work on being a better me and I think I’ve overcome one of my faults I have to watch myself and not fall back into the old self again. Speedy recovery to your Husband.
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!
I try to give people the benefit of the doubt when they’re being unreasonable or rude. Perhaps they’re going through something drastic in their lives..etc..
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.
LynneZ
Hi Becca, Glad the surgery when well…wishing quick healing. I guess when I want to be a better me, I try to do some kind of nice thing for someone. It is usually calling my Grandmother who is 93 years old and lives alone, she loves to hear about our lifes and tell us stories of hers. I think it really makes her day when my son (15 years old) will call her just to talk and tell her about his day. Thanks for chance to get blog candy.
Teresa E.
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.
To many times I get caught up in the trials that we face and then realize it is time to concentrate on all the positive blessings that I am so richly given.
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!
Becca,
I am so glad that your husband is doing well. God is soo good!
This may be crazy but, I had a triple divided rolling cart in my laundry room. Needless to say, it was full of ironing. (I had rather be stamping than ironing!!). It was becoming riduculous. I ironed over the weekend and ironed every piece. Found clothes I had forgotten about so I have new clothes to wear. I took the cart out of the laundry room. I decided I was enabling myself to pile up the ironing and not to take care of the laundry when it came out of the dryer, etc. So that is what I’m trying to do to be better! It is amazing that I feel like I have accomplished something and I don’t have that burdensome chore hanging over my head!
Secondly, I have been on a journey for the 1 1/2 years. Beginning January 1, 2009, I decided to act when God put someone or something on my heart or mind. It was been amazing what has happened over this time. When I make a phone call, that person has a burden or something is going on in their life that they just needed someone to listen. This has helped me to be a better listener and to be still for God’s promptings. They are there but we get so busy we forget to listen to his still quiet voice!
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.
Glad surgery went well–prayer is powerful.
Thanks for another chance to win some wonderful stuff. On being a better person and being retired, I volunteer to help others-the food pantry is in much need of help these days.
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.
Becky
Becca,
I’m glad your hubby’s surgery went well. You are truly blessed to have him and he is blessed to have you. I have been likewise blessed for 38 years today. I try to be as good to him as he is to me. To be a better person, I try to repay a kindness. Many people have been kind and helpful to me over the years and I try to pay it forward. I enjoy your blog and always appreciate the opportunity to win blog candy.
you amaze me Becca… so thankful to hear that your hubby’s surgery went well. Hope good things keep happening to you. Hugs always! G
I love to see so many Christian women sharing here on your blog.
So many people have left their creator out of their lives. It is refreshing to see that you have following of Christians.
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. :)
Into the fresh air and out into the country with my dogs……seems to clear my head and put things into perspective. I also try to remind myself to be grateful for all that I have. I have a neighbour/friend who is terminally ill and suffering so much. It is so important not to “sweat the small stuff”
Irene
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 Dorothy
Praise God that the surgery went well. You are such a giving person with all your wonderful candy. I try very hard when I feel I’m trying to be in control of someone else’s actions to remember that I can only control myself.
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.
Isn’t the power of prayer awesome? I am never disappointed in God’s faithfulness!! Glad your husband’s doing well. As to the issue of being a better person, I constantly have to remind myself to “let go and let God…”! I have to let go of things and let God have control! It’s so hard to do that for me. I really enjoy your creations. Debi
Living each day. Forgiving and choosing to live in joy!
Just checking in again for the word. One way I try to better myself is to be more patient and pray God gets me there one day at a time. Being impatient is one of my biggest vices but I recognize it as a sin and and HE helps me and hears me when I call.
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.
Valerie
Becca,
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.
Glad to hear the surgery was successful. I am working on being a better me by remembering that it is no longer I who live but Christ lives in me. In order to do it I have started memorizing the book of James. Chapter one is done and almost finished with two!
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 well
So glad to hear your hubby is ok.
I try every day do be a better person. It is hard these days. I have been unemployed for over 2 years and a widow for 4.
I try to be happy as that is a good place to start.
Arlene
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… :)
I’m trying to be a better me by working through and productively processing emotional pain rather than stuffing it down. Then I clear my head and heart to focus on those things that are pure, lovely, and worthy of praise in my life.
I love your work and find you a constant source of inspiration.
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.
Your blog candy challenge is a good one…. I try to look at things in a positive way. If there is a negative comment or thought, I have to come up with at least three (3) positive things to counter balance the negative.. with that I feel I’m a better person.
Glad the hubby is on the road to recovery.
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}
So glad to hear hubby’s surgery went well. To be a better me, I try not to think negatively, I have really been working hard at thinking positive. If something happens, I just have to go with it and think that things will work out in the end. Thank you for sharing your beautiful creations in blog land, and thank you for your generosity with your blog candy. Have a wonderful day. :)
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.
Well when I am trying to be a better me I pray alot and I read the Bible and I have books by Elizabeth Georgle they I absolutlely love
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 –
Silly of me to try to win Blog candy, when one thing I am working on is USE WHAT I HAVE! But your candy looks so delish!
Glad for good news of hubby’s surgery…prayers answered…God is good.
esther
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.
I had to pause and think about my response to your Blog candy question. When I am trying to become a “better me” it’s usually following a situation where I have not been very “nice” and on reflection of my shortcomings, I go to God to refine me more into the likeness of Jesus. It can be a painful place to be, but on coming out the other side Jesus is more often reflected to those around me.
Jenny
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.
I’m so happy all went with with your hubby! Recovery will be speedy, I am almost certain :)
No one is perfect is what I often tell myself. Even though I do try everyday to be a better me, I am also aware of that simple fact. No matter, it doesn’t stop me from striving to be more patient, gracious and kind. I am comfortable & confident with myself, which is helpful.
Thank you for offering your kind words everyday. I, too feel blessed!
Prayer is always good, and also yoga.
A better me is to work on forgiving others…. and believe me, I have been asked to forgive a lot!
DeniseB
Prise God for you husband’s surgery.
You are a blessing Becca.
When I work on being a better me, I usually end up being a worse me! So now I’m trying to learn to rely on God’s strength not my own.
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.
Happy surgery went well and pray sight is much improved.To improve myself I try to help others where I can,be a good listener and give thanks for all the blessings that I have been given.
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!
Right now I am working on two things, inside and out. I am losing weight for my wedding and changing what I eat. Getting rid of the chemicals and junk and eating only good foods. If it didnt have a mother, or didn’t grow from the ground, I’m not eating it.
Second I am working on me. Finding out why and how I got this way. I am getting into the Word and having these conversations with God.
Its a slow journey, but all journeys worth taking and worth spending your time and enjoying the surroundings as you go. Its the journey, not the destination that counts.
It helps me when I try to put my self in other’s shoes. To look through the eyes of others.
Great news about your hubby, Becca! When I’m working on trying to be a better person (when aren’t we working on that, at least at some level?) the thing I’m usually chiding myself over is to be more patient. I’ve got so very much to be thankful for. Thanks for the chance
R/
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.
Hi Becca – many prayers are being answered. I try to be a better person by wearing a smile on my face. It is amazing how many smiles I get back.
Great news – I will continue to keep you both in my prayers.
Thanks for the fun Becca.
Sandra
I try not to take things for granted. Thanks for the opportunity and glad everything went well with your hubby…:)
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.
Love your blog. I usually look at your blog first thing every morning. Somehow it didn’t happen this morning.
Glad your husband is doing well..
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 do
Hi
I work on patience but sometime i also being a better listener. That’s when i hear someone speak to me but i do not really listening.
hugs Linda
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!
Hi Becca!
Glad that your hubby’s surgery went well!
I work with the public and I have to learn to be more patient : )
Thanks for the chance to win!
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).
I really (seriously — really) need to work on being better organized. And number one in how I need to get better organized is to remember to start each day with prayer. If I can get this one thing right, the rest of the striving to “make a better me” will be much more successful!
Thanks for sharing all your talent. Hugs and prayers.
Cynthia
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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.
Hi Becca, glad to hear all went well w/ her hubby’s surgery. Wishing him a speedy recovery. In regards to being a better person I ask God for patience to help me since I deal with the public and sometimes people can be very testy. Luv all your work and inspiration. THX!
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. Pat
Hello again, Becca! In order to try to be a better person, I try to be sure to make kind, encouraging comments to others. I try to be more understanding and work on being patient with others; actually, that should be more patient with myself and enjoying being with others.
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.
BECCA BECCA I JUST CAN’T BELIEVE WHAT PRAYER WILL DO FOR
A PERSON OR PERSON WHO NEEDS HELP. WHEN I HAD CANCER, PRAYER
HELPED ME GET THRU IT. SO I SEND YOU AND YOUR HUSBAND MY
PRAYERS.
WHAT I HAVE TO DO TO CHANGE CYNTHIA IS BE A BETTER LISTENER.
INSTEAD OF GETTING AN ANSWER READY WHEN THE OTHER PERSON IS
FINISHED TALKING I SHOULD BE LISTENING CLOSER AND REALY
UNDERSTANDING WHAT THEY ARE SAYING.
CYNTHIA
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!
Hi Becca – hope the Surgery on your hubby went well and the healing process is already on its way. On reading some of the the blog responses, I think I would have to agree with Cynthia. I need to listen more and talk less!
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! Debi
Thank you so much for the chance to win! Here’s hoping I’m a winner!!
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.
I remember that there are other people in the world less fortunate than me and try to be more compassionate.
Love and understanding makes the world a peaceful place to live in.
hugs
juli
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.
God has given us so many wonderful examples of people who tried and succeeded at being better persons! I think of people like Mother Theresa, St Augustine, Helen Keller and so many others and they inspire me to believe that I can be a better person, too. I just need to be more concered with giving rather than getting. I can’t feed all the hungry children, but I can feed one or I can give some food or money to a ‘pantry’. I can’t clothe all the poor but I can give gently worn clothing to a battered women’s shelter or even better, buy and donate an outfit, I can’t be perfect but I can be better if I just try.
Linda in SC
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 Susan
I read Wayne Dyer’s book “Excuses Be Gone”.
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.
Wonderful news about your Husband it surely is a miracle how quickly things improve. Being old I can remember how major cataract surgery used to be and recovery time so long with many days in bed with the head immobilised with sand bags.
My way of trying to be a better person is to treat others in the manner that I would also like to be treated.
Praising God helps me be a better me. Even in the worst of times there are so many things to praise Him for.
I’m glad the surgery went well. To be a better me – I try to be happy and positive, even if I’m not feeling good physically and focus on others needs, not mine. That usually gets reflected back to me.
Becca, I am sure you made him a beautiful Get well card :)
For today’s comment, I think another thing I aspire to be better with is to be as giving as my mother. Selflessness comes naturally to her and she has been a blessing to my family and others. I think for me I walk the line between wanting to give, but also not wanting to be taken advantage of.
Thanks Becca and Good luck to everyone !
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.
Greetings for you and your husband. I hope he will recover soon.
Meeting God early in the morning. I say Good Morning Lord, I love you and pray for guidance.
Thanks for all the fun Becca!
Enjoy!
Sandra
I like to try to find something good I can do or say to encourage someone each day.
Second post for blog candy:
Having suffered severe depression; for me, keeping a little note book to write down just one single positive thing, kept me going. That little book now reminds me that when I get upset or angry with someone, that they may have a note book they are struggling to write down something positive. It makes me change how I deal with the world a lot!
What beautiful cards you create… thank you for the chance to win… hope hubby is feeling better…
Hugs
Kim
x
Volunteering at a local food bank is very rewarding…sometimes very sad, but nonetheless, rewarding.
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!
Good morning, Becca! Hope today is a great day for you and your loved ones! Sometimes in life I tend to look at the glass as half empty instead of half full! I am working very hard to only think positive thoughts, and to put my actions behind them! Thanks for the opportunity to win such cool “candy” . . . Hugs, Magi
I’m trying to get out and walk more…good for the body and the soul.
I truly believe in the power of prayer !
Hi becca,
What a great day!
To be a better person I need to spend more time with God and in prayer.
x
When working on myself I try to look at the glass as half full rather than half empty. No matter how difficult life can be for me, there is always someone else worse off – all the time. Thanks for the opportunity to try to win the neat goodies.
Sally Gasparri
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.
Silly me! Checked in twice yesterday to see how DHs surgery went and to get the words but never left a comment. I guess I can blame that on end-of-school-year madness! I scrap/stamp when I am am working on being a better me. It sounds frivolous but the me time and this time with my dear scrapping friend gives me a better perspective on life.
i try to give everyone a smile. sometimes it’s the only one they get all day. and sometimes it warms me too.
When I’m trying to be a better me, I spend some time with children. Their simple and open responses to the world are refreshing.
Prayer is a must, though unfortunity, not always remembered to do FIRST.
Scripture study daily makes me a better person!
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.
Morning Becca. The lady before me mentioned prayer. As I get older, I tend to pray more. I feel “closer” to God. I try to explain to my children that prayer is such a wonderful source of enlightenment. My three children are such different souls. The oldest, 39, is quite fanatical about her religion. My son, 25 and bipolar, is always in denial, but wondering about the suggestions I make that show him God is really there, watching him. My youngest, 12 and named Mary, is a quiet determined follower. She goes to church two and three times a week and participates in every event. Always volunteering her services. I try, every day, to steer them in the right direction. All three are works in progress. I only wish I was living closer to my grandchildren to help them “learn” also. Hugs Cheryl
All the best to your husband.
Hope you are having a wonderful day! Its always fun to turn to your blog page and see what new creations you have made!
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.
I am so glad your hubby’s surgery went well … been praying for you both :)
I try to be aware of giving smiles and find I most always get one in return :) Also, to give a kind word to as many people I can every day.
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 given
Glad to hear your husband’s surgery went well. We’ll be praying for a good recovery. I can always look around & see other people’s problems and focus on them & not me. That can bring change in me! Have a great day!
Good morning Becca,
Prayer changes things and ME.
Thank you for another chance to win.
Blog candy: tempting. :)
A better me? I definitely need to be a better housekeeper. I have such a hard time keeping up with clutter. So I’m off to organize and put things away.
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.
Becky
Oh gosh! Don’t even mention housekeeping. What’s that?
It makes me feel better to make cards for others.
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.” :)
Am trying to improve every day too. Trying to shed the excess on me and in my house. Never ending battle. Seems they go hand in hand. Thanks for sharing. Your DH is in our thoughts and prayers!
I try to think of how blessed I am instead of thinking negative about how bad things appear to be.
It is so hard not to be hard on ourselves. We need to give ourselves some slack on the fact that we are human and make mistakes. Always ask for forgiveness.
Have a sunny day.
I think that reading self help books helps me be a better me. There is always something new to learn:)
Becca
The one thing my husband & I are doing is having a bible study together. It makes the day start right. It amaze me how much knowledge we have learn thru this. I have even learn some things about my husband that I didn’t know even after being married 49 years.
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.
Thanks for the lovely assortment of goodies! We all need to take more time to smell the roses. Working outside or bike riding refreshes me each day.
I’m working on patience – it can be a difficult thing with my type A personality.
Thanks for the opportunity to win!!!!
Teri
Stop and think of all the blessings God has given me. Thanks Becca for a chance to win. So glad your hubby is doing good.
Today especially…I am trying to be a better me by “biting my tongue!” and not sayin what I am thinking!
So happy that things went well for your husband. I’m trying very hard to see the positive in every situation, some days it is a struggle, but I just keep reminding myself that I have a wonderful life.
Thanks!
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, Cheryl
For a better me – Patience is what i work at.
thank you for sharing your beautiful work with us!
Friday here has sunshine! We have had rain for the past many days. The sun just makes everyone feel better.
I am trying to Not be too negative about things.
As “Flower’s” mother used to say,”If you can’t say something nice, Don’t say nothin’ atall”
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.
Becca, I was amazed at how many comments you received the first day. Hope hubby is getting better and better. I, too, am working on being a better listener. As I’ve gotten older, it’s harder for me to remember things. So I really focus on the person who is saying things to me. Have an awesome week-end!
Shirley L.
Roseville, CA
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!
Still raining here – good day to stamp!
Hope you have a wonderful Friday! Another way I try to be a better me is to smile. :)
I would SO love to win this fabulous blog candy – day 2 and hoping the planets will align and luck is with me!
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~
I read five Psalms and one Proverb daily after praying for the Holy Spirit to teach me. To keep better track of which Psalm/Proverb to read depends on the date – the first of the month I read Psalm 1,31,61,91,121 and Proverbs 1. By the 30th of the month I read Psalm 30,60,90,120, and 150 and Proverbs 30 – on the 31st I just have to read Proverbs 31 and when there are only 30 days I read the 31st on the 30th also. I am reminded sooooo much of God’s love, patience, strength, caring, wisdom and of my gratefulness that He loves me and that HE is in control. YESSSSSSSSS!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Jean McGee
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!
Another thing I’m working on are my lessening skills… and boy do I need to work on this… I’ve always been one that talks before I completely think something thru… I’m just eager to please and that makes me not lesson good….
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!
I just listened to a lesson on God the Preserver of Man. Isn’t that what we need to know to be a better person. It is not up to us, but for us to know where that better person comes from. Thanks for your beautiful cards and for you spiritual beauty.
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.
I am trying to be more conservative. I am usually very frugal but tend to get lax sometimes.
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.
I am a cancer survivor and truly know the power of prayer and the power of cards. I made myself promise if I lived through this that I would make cards and send them to all the people who need them. When I was in the cancer clinic for 2 months straight all I had to look forward to was the mail. Alot of wonderful people sent me cards and they kept my spirits high. I only hope that EVERYONE who knows someone that needs cheering up, please make the effort to mail them a card, they truly do help.
I try and think of the good things and focuas on positive side of everything.
Hi becca,
I read my bible alot and try to be a more positive person.
Janie
Becca,
Hope hubby is still doing great!
This is difficult to mention just one thing I could do better, well, because there are a whole lot of things that I could do better! I think, however, that if I had more self confidence that this alone would cover more than one thing I could do better.
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.
Glad to hear your husbands surgery was successful. My orayers for a speedy recovery.
I am working on my patience skills. Some days I am better than others.
Thanks for all that you do on your blog. I love coming here. I visit almost every day and you usually are the first blog I stop at.
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.
Wow Becca, I am feeling so blessed to have so many wonderful friends in my life and some of those who turn to me for guidance to lift their spirits when they are down or in need of the right frame of mind to get thru their day….and it amazes me….and makes me thank GOD for being able to help them. It really does help to remember we are all put on this earth to help one another and their are no “I”‘s in team work. Sometimes a smile at someone can go a long long way!
Thanks for giving us all uplifting thoughts and ideas in your creativity! God Bless.
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!
SMILE and love each day as it comes. Choosing to forgive and live in joy!
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.
Marcie
I am praying that your hubby improves every single day. I would to win the blog candy. What I do to better myself is to try to surround myself with positive people and to keep a positive mental attitude myself. I got that from my hubby who is one of the most positive and encouraging people I know. He is a pleasure to be around. I am striving to be more like him.
Luvglitztoo
Thank you for being so generous with your giveaways!
Glad to hear the surgery went well, it’s wonderful what they are able to do for cataracts, these days! Dropping by to throw my hat in your pot! Thanks for the opportunity to win all these goodies! CM2
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!
This is my first to log in. Glad that you husband is doing good, my prays are with him & you. I love your site and your work is wonderful. It took me a long time to just stop when things did not go right for me. Now when that happen I ask God to be with me and let me do his will.
I try to focus on what really matters and push away frivillous thoughts.
I try to put God First, Others Second and myself Third. Have to work on that one.
Candy
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.
Hi Becca glad to know that your husband is doing good I will keep him in my prays thanks for a chance to win a wonderful prize.
Hope you are both enjoying the day! Just wanted to pop in and see the word for today! Thanks Becca for your wonderful blog!
I try to help those less fortunate than myself and tell myself how wealthy I am to have such wonderful friends
Just trying to be a better child of God.
Thank you for taking the time from your busy day to do something kind for other people. Your blog means alot to alot of people. So, I am going to practice the art of giving to help others strangers and family.
Checking in for the word of the day. Wishing you a blessed day too!
Happy your husband’s surgery went well! I love your blog and all that you share.
I try to practice empathy. This natural emotion becomes less sharp as we age.
Some days, being a better person can be as simple as smiling and saying hello to a stranger!
To be a better person, I try to more thoughtful of others throughout my day.
So glad to hear your hubby is doing better! Prayer helps us all!
Doing things for others, especially handmade things, such as cards.
I try to see the bigger picture and look for opportunities to help others.
HI there!
THanks for this great opportunity to win some great candy.
Have a nice week-end.
Michelle
Just what I love – candy sans calories!
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!
I’m trying to catch myself quicker when I do something wrong and then apologize for whatever it was.
Other than trying to get organized, I am trying to learn how to listen more and speak less.
Just popped in for the next word! Have a wonderful day!
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.
To work on being a better person, I also like to journal. I think a Gratitude Journal is one of the best things we can do for ourselves, it helps us to focus on an “attitude of gratitude”. Thanks again for your fabulous blog, Becca!
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.
Working on a better me I need to seek wise counsel and be willing to accept the advise they give me.
I’m trying to look to the positive side of things, no more negativity. Thanks for the opportunity, just love your cards !!
When my life need shaping up it’s usually because I have become unorganized. I feel so much better when I tackle the chaos and bit at a time. Seeing even the smallest dent in a mess makes feel so much more in control. (Guess that’s why I’m always in my craft room cleaning and re organizing.)
Happy Day to you Becca……..
Becky
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.
Well, I’m highly disgusted with myself… I got busy and forgot to get this morning’s word… so that shoots the double play in the foot for me… oh well. And I’ve had all the words every other time!
But, for day two as far as what I do when I’m trying to be a better me… first I said read my Bible… which is God speaking to me so next has to be to pray more which is me speaking to God!
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.
Great news about your hubby! I think we’re all always trying to be better. Right now, I’m trying to spend more time concentration on my loved one’s. I’ve been making a point of spening time with my mother by getting together with her once a week. I’m spending individual time with each of my teenage sons. I’m doing this with my husband also. After all, they are what makes me-well me! JIL
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.
The ultimate way to become a better person is by following the example of Christ. He was perfect and totally in God’s will…all the way to the cross. So, when I try to better myself, I turn to the Word. The more I learn, the more I appreciate the Lords’ grace!
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!
Ha ha
Have a good weekend, Becca. You are an inspiration to so many people. Gosh! I don’t know where you get the patience. :O)
When I am trying to be a better me, I think of how I would feel if someone made a comment I was about to make to either my mother or granddaughter.
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!
I would love to win this blog candy, I really like the spellbinder kit and I know you use alot of those. Keep up the great work becca.
well here we are again, third day I would love to win this blog candy who wouldnt when it sooo special I adore spellbinders
Great blog candy! I would be thrilled to win! You have some fun ideas for your giveaways.
For a better me, I would love to learn to be more patient.
DeniseB
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.
I had been having a trying day today, when down at the garden a neighbour of mine chatted me up. A lot! A short time after she left, she returned with a small gift for me.
Even on the days we think we hide it well, a kind soul reaches out and makes our heart smile.
Je vous merci ma belle voisine Therese!
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.
Exercise – try to get those good endorphins flowing through my body.
Well, right now I am neck deep in last minute VBS preparations. It starts Sunday night and I am praying for patience.
I try to remind myself that life is too short and fragile. I’ll try to live in with the right purposes.
I am trying to say “Yes” more frequently.
Love your work, Becca!
Thanks for this opportunity to win!
Hi Becca
So glad to hear that your husband’s surgery went well. I must say that you are most generous person I know of.
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,
Donna
Great news, I’m so happy to hear your hubby is doing well…
You always have such lovely creations and I would only be too happy to win your blog candy…
Thanks so much for the opportunity..
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.
Hi Becca,
I am thrilled that your husband’s second surgery went well! My father and mother-in-law had this done and it is a whole new world for them to see.
I’m always trying to be a better person. When I see someone who needs a helping hand (usually strangers) I’m right there. When I baked, I would donate some baking to a local charity or fundraiser, or hand some out to some unsuspecting recipients. I like to give a compliment to a stranger or a kind word to someone who might not have much interaction with people. I always try to share a smile and say thank-you to people. Kindness is contagious!
Cheers,
Cathie
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.
i didn’t know i could enter each day. great. i’ve got all the words. would love to win the blog candy. you are a great inspiration. thanks for sharing your creativity.
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.
I try to be a better person by giving to charities when major catastrophies occur. It seems the world is suffering so much, and I feel so blessed by what I have. I also give to schools when I see we have a little extra in the checking account. For my 50th birthday party, I asked people to bring canned foods so it could be donated to the Local Food Bank. I get a peaceful feeling when I give of my heart…
Yeah, it’s Friday. Have a great and restful weekend.
Im just stopping in to say hi!
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.
Hi Becca,
I am trying to enjoy my kids (and other people kids) more, the little things they do and say. They will grow up all too soon. There is only one left in primary (elementary) school and the other two are in High School, so their childhoods are marching along fast.
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!
I try to be kind to people – to treat them as I would like them to treat me.
Thanks again Becca!
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.
Roseville, CA
To better myself, I first need to get into God’s word EVERY day! I’m so happy to hear the surgery went well. Isn’t God good! Still praying for the healing. Have a great weekend!
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 xx
Being a better you ? – remember the golden rule. And of course, its sometimes easier said than done.
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!
To try and be a better person I spend time in His Word daily, and try to apply it to my life.
To know that He loves me is something that I have struggled with, and it is part of my testimony that He is healing me in this area.
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.
I try be more patience and better listening
hugs Linda
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.
Becca, Thank you for letting us know how your Honey is doing. I know all the prayers help. I’ll continue to keep you both in my thoughts and prayers. Improving myself…I’m trying to soften my words today, for tomorrow I may have to eat them. I’m kidding about why, but I would never want my words to hurt anyone. so I really do need to be careful when I speak. Wonderful candy. Blessings!
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!!!
Patience is something I’m working on more these days; it’s hard in this stressful world, but I think I’m doing ok with it.
i work on the inside, eatting better, working out taking care of myself and my family. if they’re happy i’m happy!
I think right now sleep would improve me. I’m not sure why I’m up so late so I will say goodnight all!
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.
I try to remember and thank God for all the good things that have happened in my life instead of dwelling on the negetive.
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.
Susan
Morning Becca, this is my favorite time of day, when all the world is quiet.
I try to look beyond our busy, noisy world and reach out to others.Seems everyone is so busy these days. Everything moves so fast. Everyone needs phones, games, and portable note books.
I really believe that “peace” comes with quiet thought and prayer.
Quiet time. Time to reflect on ones purpose, life and goals. I will try to simplify my life to gain Grace and Peace.
Hugs Cheryl
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.
I love your work! How clever to put a collar on a bow! I can assure you this will appear many times on my cards! Thanks for sharing!
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-end
When I’m trying to be a better person, I do for others. JOY (Jesus, others, you – in that order)!
I like to do a RAK and bless someone whenever I see an opportunity.
Good morning Becca. On trying to be a better person….just grasping the truth of the fact that God loves me, no matter how many times I mess up…He loves me. Enjoy your weekend.
Hope all is going well with your husband. Take care. I willkeep you both in my thoughts and prayers.
Love, love, love your cards! Love ’em!!!!
So Happy to hear everything went well for you husband.
My Prayers are with you both.
i look for opportunities to step out of my comfort zone to help others.
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.
I just keep asking the Lord to help me be a better me in all facets that He has me serving in … a better wife, Mama, daughter, sister, friend…
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 x
I’m trying to find time to focus on me a little more. I’m always doing stuff for my family and my friends, but many times I put myself last. This year my goal is to be more healthy…better food choices & exercising more. I’ve also tried to make more time for crafting this year!
Making cards for our troops via a charitable organization makes me feel like a better person.
I volunteer with K-3 graders and I find I get more out of that sometimes than they do. I try to be a mentor to them and tell them how important it is to read in your everyday life.
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,
Cindie
working on a better me is a daily job. One thing I do is count to 3 or 5 after someone speaks. Sometimes they are not finished and I would have miassed the end of their thought. I often rush in speaking and talk over people when I am excited so I continually am working on a better m.
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.
Hi Becca…I have always been a care-giver…so now I am trying to do a better job at taking care of myself by eating healthy, exercise and doing some things that I love to do…which also means some soul-searching.
I’m striving to be a better me by listening more and talking less. Thanks for another chance to win wonderful blog candy.
Good Morning Becca,
It’s a beautiful Sat. here in the High Desert of Southern Ca. The sun is just coming up and the world is glowing!!
Your blog candy is so appealing…………………………wish I could see everything you have offered.
Another way I try to be a better me is to do something everyday for someone else and give the glory back to Jesus. This takes the emphsis off of me and puts it where it belongs.
Enjoy the day,
Becky
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!
I love reading what everyone is writing. It is so inspiring. That is one thing I do when working on being a better person, I read stories of hope and inspiration.
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.
Good morning, Becca. How is hubby’s recovery coming along?
My quest to be a better person urges me to become a better, sensitive listener so that I might be an encourager to others.
Each day I strive to be more in tune to the needs of others and to respond to those needs.
Beginning the day with prayer and Bible reading always helps me know what I should work on that day to be the kind of person God wants me to be.
Good morning Becca – can’t wait to see the next beautiful card that you’ll share. Hope your husbanding is continuing to recover.
We just finished a week of VBS!!! I worked with 4 & 5 yr olds – hmmm I may need to change to an older group next year – I don’t have that much energy anymore. But they did very well I thought. To be a better me – spend more time in the Word of God, love others more. Remember I am created in “HIS” image!!! God is good all the time & loves us all VERY VERY much!! Praise His name!
I like to walk and do some thinking . It sure helps. I’m praying for your hubby. Thanks Becca for the chance to win.
Years ago I attended a seminar and the one thing that sticks in my mind is the advice to “Keep your focus on God and only glance at your troubles/problems.” And now living with almost chronic pain I try to remember and do just that. God is the Healer and His will be done – not mine. He provides the grace, wisdom and strength that is needed.
Jean McGee
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.
Just about anything I do will make me a better person… but what I try to work on everyday is to be more patience with everyone… I’m to short and quick sometimes and people think I’m mad… but I’m not really. I don’t realize I’m doing it and I’m working very hard on changing that as much as I can…
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.
Today I am praying for patience. I have to get in a hurry when there are a lot of things to be done that have to be done in a days time and I loose my cool when interupted. I am praying for patience because not everyone has the same agenda as I.
Another beautiful day. Makes one appreciate and feel better about everything.
Good Morning!
I try to be more generous with some charity work. Right now I am in a group making quilts to send to our soldiers overseas. It makes you really appreciate all they have done, and all the freedoms I have.
Thank you for the chance to win some candy!!
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.
I try to remember who it is that God wants me to be rather than who I want to be.
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. . . .”
Good morning to you and all of you! Today is Saturday and I’ve finally lost the first ten pounds of the fifty I need to lose! I’m off to work off with my husband who suggested that trip–usually it is me so I am doubly full of joy ’cause he cares to make the journey too! Talk to you tomorrow; have a good day and I hope the recuperation with your husband’s surgery is going well…
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!
< Cynthia
Far from perfect in my everyday life I still try to treat everyone just as I would like to be treated. Life can be tough and kind words and a smile always help brighten a person’s day.
Oh, the list could definitely be long about how I could be a better person. One way is to watch what I say. Sometimes things just don’t come out the way I intend them to. I try to filter better these days what I spout forth.
I’m so glad to hear he is doing ok. My best wishes for you both :)
Andrea
I am finding that peace and quiet gives me an opportunity to reflect inward. It allows me the time to listen to the voice of the Lord. It puts me in the right frame of mind to hear His instructions and directions for my life.
Another thing I try to work on if I’m trying to be a better person is to think about others more than I think about myself. My husband always tells me that I do this all the time, but I don’t always feel that I do. We live in a very self centered world where for most people it’s all about “me”. But, to be a “better” person I don’t think you can be that way… instead, you have to put others ahead of yourself.
So glad to hear your husband is doing well. He’s in my prayers for a complete and speedy recovery. Thank you for all the beautiful cards, you are such and inspiration to me and I have learned so much from you.
To make me a better person, I have to start from the inside out.. Before I hit the floor running in the am, I start my daily prayer and I don’t finish it until I lay my head down at night. It is an all day conversation with God. Some days it’s an easy conversation and other days it’s heated and angry but as I do with my husband, I don’t go to bed angry with God… It has made me a better person.
I’ve been trying to get my type A personality to transition into a more “relaxed” state – not easy….but I’m tired of all the stress I put on myself to take care of everything perfectly.
Thanks for the opportunity to win!
Teri
Hello!
I hope you have a great week-end and I can’t wait to see your next project.
Take care,
Michelle
Becca,
Thanks for the chance to win, another thing I like to do when feeling great is to spend time with loved ones, especially the ones I don’t see often.
Becca I just love all your beautiful cards and would love to do cards like you. I am trying to work on accomplishing more time devoted to the things I “need to do” and not the things “I want to do”. This computer is a wonderful thing to have at your fingertips BUT I spend way too much time online. Hope everyone has a Blessed Day!
To better myself I try to be kinder to everyone and do what I can for anyone
Becca, I love looking at your blog regularly, your cards are inspirational|!
Great news about your Hubby, hope he recovers well. Thanks for the offer of such geat blog candy!
Carol x
Becca would love to win your blog candy the only ones I know are Good for me there are things I need to change the first to admit it first and that is just the beginning then to work on changeing it.
Glad things are going better at your place!
Keep the wonderful cards and ideas coming!
Another thing that I work on when trying to be a better person, is listen more carefully to those talking with me. Sometimes I become distracted, if I’m not totally interested or have something to share of my own. Thanks for another opportunity to win some fantastic blog candy. Wishing your hubby a speedy recovery from his recent surgery.
Every day is a gift – that is what I try to focus on when life’s challenges pop into my life. When working on being a better me, I like to focus on the gifts from God, and doing the best I can with them.
To be a better person, I try to get enough sleep… attitude, health, energy, mood, can all be compromised by lack of sleep. ‘Maybe sounds like an odd thing to work on, but I always have too much mental energy and stay up too late at night. My body is dragging, but my mind won’t shut down to regroup. So I try to get to bed earlier than midnight, and I usually wake up refreshed and ready to carpe diem!
Becca, I love looking at your cards with God’s word on them because they are inspirational to me. Right now I really need that. Yes, it is a bad day for me. Without God’s I could not make it. God Bless you and thank you for sharing your incredible talents.
Love and Hugs
Your Sister In Christ:
When trying to be a better person, I always try to do something for someone else, and I try to make that a habit of thinking of others. One way is to make cards and send them to people that just need to know that they are being prayed for and thought about, that’s why I love your blog, you give us so many ideas! Thanks!
A soak in the Jacuzzi makes a better me. HA!!
Do unto others what you would have done unto you. Best advise around.
Candy
In order to become a better person, I think that I have found that if am more empathetic to other’s feelings and circumstances, it makes my relationship easier.
Luvglitztoo
By being teachable. There is something to learn from everyone.
Just a little bit of peace and quiet alone time (time without kiddos) makes me a better person… Also having a little chat with God on a daily basis.
Creating things with my hands makes me a better person. If I go too long without the creativity, I get depressed.
Trying to be a better person is a constant work in progress. I have been trying to listen more and talk less.
Thank you for the blog candy contest.
Just popping in to pick up your word and to leave another comment. I think sharing my cards with others helps me be a better person. There is always someone who needs to receive “happy mail”
Just looking for he next word.
Just popped on to see blog candy!!! How awesomely sweet of you Becca!
Sometimes just puttering around in my craft room makes me a better person. It is hard to remember to take care of yourself. However, I find I can give more when there is a little time for me. A cup of tea, a peak at this web site everyday. Yup, that’s the good stuff!! Then a little time trying make a card that Becca has done on her “Becca Bits”. It helps repair my soul to face a tough world. Thanks for all you do.
hey becca,
hope your husband and you are doing good.
Sometimes just having some quiet time with God makes me a better person.
Janie
To talk less and listen more, makes me a better person. Thank you for your inspiration.
When I’m trying to improve myself (well, of course, not do it myself!! lol!!) I look to other women that follow God and that I admire. They give me examples of what to do and what not to do and how to put God first. Becca, while I have been enjoying your site, you have been an inspiration to me and it means so much! I just wish that I could enjoy your fellowship in person! God Bless You! C:o)
Hope all is well with you and your husband today. To help me become a better person, I plan to be consciously kinder and gentler to all I come in contact with. Happy a happy week! Cheryl
Happy Weekend to you!
one of the hardest things is learning to live in the moment – having the patience and understanding to enjoy what is now
What fun blog candy . . .I hope, I hope, I hope to have a chance to win. Best wishes to all who are entering for this great prize from the super talented Becca! :)
Just popped in again to see the word of the afternoon. Trust you and your hubby are enjoying the weekend! Lately I have really been trying to put myself in other people’s shoes. We never know what the next person has been through so we just need to learn to be a blessing to all we meet!
Mindfulness… appreciating and consciously being in the moment .
Thanks for the chance to join in the giveaway. Love your blog.
hi Becca,
Its hard in our busy lives to find time to listen to that greater voice but its within us all if we only take those few seconds to really listen.
THanks again Becca for all you do in creating your masterpieces and inspiring all those around you.
I am working on trying to eat more healthy food, and do some exercise.
Patience. I’m working on trying to not “snap” at the kids so much, so fast . Sometimes hard to do. :)
I’m trying to become a better me by exercising regularly again. Somehow my days have been busy and I left no time in my day for exercise :>(
Hi Becca,
I am thrilled that your husband’s second surgery went well! My father and mother-in-law had this done and it is a whole new world for them to see.
I try to live by the power of positive thinking. Even when things seem really dark, I know that it will turn out okay.
I also believe in sharing a kind word and a smile…it’s contagious!
Cheers,
Cathie
I always say SMILE life is to short.
Very glad that your husband surgery went well.
Hi Becca,
One special way I try to improve myself is to learn something new each day. That keeps my brain from setting on cruise and just coasting through life. Whether it’s a new word or technique or ability,
I strive to keep myself from being stale.
Thanks for the chance to win the blog candy…………..You are so thoughtful..
Becky
Glad to hear your husbands surgery went well. Just trying to be a better me by being grateful for the things I have and not dwelling on what I want.. trying to live more for the day which isn’t so easy…
Thanks for the chance to win!
Wow what a lovely candy.
You have such a beautiful blog and you make incredible things.
I´m totally amazed! Sitting here drooling over every other card.
Have a great day.
Best regards SasSa
Note to Suzi – If you happen to read this, please know that I will keep you in my prayers! You are so right when you say that He is in charge – He put phrases into my head last night that I needed to hear and I woke up this morning and wrote them all down! God Bless you . . . Hugs, Magi
Try to think how it would be to walk in someone else’s shoes.
And thanks for all your great projects!
Taking that extra minute, no matter how rushed I feel, to do something little that I know will make someone’s day. Now, I’m off to stamp; am working on a card using one of your ideas from a while back – scalloped circle border with butterflies…
I am also working on myself. When dealing with any person that I don’t want to, whether it is because of my mood or because of my job, I try to remember that I need to treat them like I want to be treated. Or as they say, what goes around, comes around.
I hope and pray that your husband is still doing good.
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Beautiful card Becca. When I am working on becoming a better me, I try consider God’s perspective on me and entrust my self into his hands.
When working on my inner self I look to the Lord thru Bible reading an prayer. Thank you for the opportunity to possibly win such nice prizes.
Sally Gasparri
Beautiful card Becca,
sympathy cards always seem a challenge I think that’s because the occassion is not a welcoming one,
thanks for sharing and the chance for more blog candy
I am learning to listen more and speak less…
Glad your hubby’s surgery went well. Wishing him a speedy recovery. Wow, this is awesome blog candy. I sure would love to win. Thanks for the chance. To be a better person, I rely on God and spend more time in his word.
When I want to be a better person, I simply ask for God’s help. :)
I pray for your husband’s sight as My husband lost sight in one eye after a bout of shingles and it’s very debilitating so my prayers go out to you .I loved your sympathy card it’s nice to see a bit of colour as sympathy comes in different forms
Thanks for the chance to enter
Chris
What am I doing today to be a better person? Today I think I did well at letting my kids set the pace, trying not to hurry them along.
Today is our anniversary – 44 years. We are two redheads who have shared many joys and sorrows together and we are grateful.
My sister in law just passed away. I always knew she was a nice person but didn’t realize how much of an impact she had on so many people until her wake. So my new mantra will be “WWJD” or What would Judy do? I will try to live as she did. I can almost see her smiling
When I’m trying to “improve” me…I read the book of Philippians and also try to remember to look at all the positives in life and focus on them instead of the negatives.
Glad your husband is doing so well, I hope he continues to have a good recovery.
You and your husband must be so happy on the results of his surgery. Patience is the next step as healing happens in His time.
Every day offers us an opportunity to be kinder to one another and that is my constant goal. Treat each person in my daily life as I would want to be treated. Share a smile and a kind word even if they don’t.
Thanks not only for the opportunity to win your blog candy Becca, but the for the amazing creativity that you share so willingly with us.
Winning Blog candy would just be an added perk, because the true gift is the one you give us each day; Your time, your creativity and the sharing of your faith. Thank you for all of that. Blessings to your husband for speedy and complete healing. When I’m trying to be better I remember the example set by Christ himself of always being the servant. The happiest people I know are ones who live that example and in my own life my happiest moments have come from being of service to others.
Something I have to remind myself in being a better person: “And be ye kind one to another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another…” Candy is sure looking sweet!
When I am trying to better myself I think about the values I have been taught and use them!
To be a better person, I think about what I would like done to me. Thanks for your beautiful cards.
My, but this peek-a-boo card is pretty! I remember seeing this die a short while ago, not realizing it was a different die from the long version. See? Everyday I learn from you :)
That learning is what makes me a better me!
I do hope your hubs is feeling better each day :)
I also have to try to be a better person physically by exercising more. Right now, the extent of my exercise is walking one of my dogs : )
Your card is beautiful Becca – they always are!
Working having a more consistent work out schedule! I used to work out 4 – 5 times a week before kids then it dwindled a bit, and a bit more and a bit more….then sporadic etc. Trying to get in 3 days a week. I feel better, look better, have more energy and it feels soooo good to be in shape after being a jock for so many years :D
Helping others, it always makes me feel good to be able to help someone.
Hope your hubby is getting better with each days passing.
Thanks for sharing and the chance to win.
Glad your hubbys surgery went well, and praying for continued healing.
To be a better me.. Take a deep breath and count to ten! Especially when the children are driving me to distraction. I’m also working on not letting things stress me out. And as someone else said, I’m careful what I pray for as sometimes I just don’t like the way the lesson gets presented!
Thank you so much for your blog and all the lovely ideas you share.
Blessings
Lianne
I’m trying to be more patient
Your latest cards are so beautiful thanks for sharing them with us
Prayer keeps me focused any time I am trying to be a better person.
Give thanks to God for showing me where I need to improve and thankful he only shows me one area at a time.. :}
Because I have seen first hand or been on the receiving end of some women and their own “phoniness” or “2-faced-ness”…I will NEVER do that to anyone else. What comes out of my mouth to your face will 100% match what comes out of my mouth when you are not around.
In other words, I say what I mean and mean what I say. The world does not know how to be honest, society has taught us otherwise. because of this, most people can not handle the truth, and generally get upset with the one speaking the truth.
Truth will set you free.
Honesty IS the best policy.
Susan
Speaking the truth in love is one aim of mine when trying to be the person that God is crafting me to be.
I need to learn more patience and be much more understanding with others. The only way I can achieve this is by asking for God’s help… and He’s always listening and waiting for us to ask. I hope your hubby is doing well! Debi
Treat people the way I want to be treated
I need to work on some organizing. I think if my stamproom was in better order I would feel less stressed, and able to be more productive. I hate spending time searching for things I know I have.
DeniseB
Gorgeous card today! Love all the layering you do and the lovely bows you put on your cards. Still working on being more positive and did a good job today. I’m very proud of myself. Still keeping my fingers crossed that my number will appear for all the goodies. Hope hubby is getting better, too.
Shirley L.
Roseville, CA
Hi Becca – hope your hubby is recovering well. I really think that I would be a better person if I listened more and talked less!
I need to stop before I say something in response to work issues that are frustrating – taking time to see the whole picture. In the end, it’s still frustrating most times, but I can be a bit more understanding if I step back for a minute.
I read the bible for inspiration and it always has a great influence on my life.
i make sure my family is happy before i am.
To talk less and listen more, and have more patience makes me a better person
hugs Linda
Becca
I have used this blog candy as a challenge to myself to see if I could follow through and get all the words. I usually don’t use the computer much on week-ends since that what I do all week. Enjoy your day!
Glad hubby’s surgery went well and he is already seeing good results! You are so sweet to give us all this blog candy… Oh my, I’m going to have to watch my waistline, all this candy! :-)
glad to hear your hubby’s surgery has gone well, keep up the great cards as you are my inspiration.
sue
Happy Lord’s Day, Becca. To be a better me I keep thinking of the verses: Trust in the Lord with all your heart and LEAN NOT ON YOUR OWN UNDERSTANDING. I hope to walk in His will each moment.
Thanks again for the opportunity to win some “candy.” So much fun.
Working on getting daily exercise! sUSAn
Hey Becca, when I am trying to be a better me…..I thank the Lord for all he has given me. I am truly blessed and when I take time to thank Him, I hear all this wonderful stuff he has done and I think….If the Lord has time for me, then what a wonderous Lord he is!
Thanks for the opportunity to win your candy!
Hi Becca
I try to be the best mom that I can be. I am truly blessed with wonderful kids.
Thank you for the opportunity to win blog candy.
Hi Becca – to be a better person i am trying to organize my home. This requires discipline and diligence, of which need to be exercised here!
Thanks for sharing your wonderful self with us!
When I’m trying to be a better person, I focus on others. My problems always shrink when I see others in need.
Hi Becca,
I try to trust God more, but he knows I need to do that so he allows trials to come my way so I have little option to trust him. Currently I am going through a difficult trial, hopefully I will grow a little close to Him!
Hi Becca,
I try to talk less and listen more…not always easy but I do try,
hope you are keeping well
Setting my thoughts on good things rather than negative puts me in a good frame of mind for the day. Also, being thankful to God for his many blessings is a great way to start the day. Thanks for sharing your beautiful cards and projects with all of us!
Hello Becca and a gorgeous sunny morning it is here! On trying to be a better person, trying to love the ones that are the hardest to love, the people that hurt you, only God can give you the strength to do that. Have a great day. God bless.
Morning Becca. What a beautiful weekend. It has been so hot here. My car has a built in digital thermometer in the dash. I often wish it was not there. I think we “feel” hotter when we know the exact temperature. My car air conditioner is dead and the digital thermometer read 100 degrees for my two hour drive to pick up my son. UGH!!
I have “forgiven” everyone, everything. It does no good to carry around grudges and anger. It is baggage I do not need.
I try to always give the benefit of the doubt and never to “judge”.
One of the hardest things for my children is to “never give up” and always “keep praying”. They are tired of hearing:
“There is a reason for each thing that happens”.
” God is opening another door for you”.
“This must be a lesson you needed to learn.”
My son claims to be a non believer. He is the hardest. He has been dealt many “lessons” and all he hears from me after each of his complaints is “just keep praying”. He will “see”. I will never give up on him, even though he gives up on himself almost daily.
Have a great day Becca. Hope your husband is doing fine!
I’ve been taking more time to “smell the roses” and appreciate the small things in life …that is what it’s really about.
I am trying to be a better me by remaining positive in all things. I know that God has a plan – even if I don’t understand what it is. So I try to look on the bright side of all situations no matter how sorrowful they seem. And I try to figure out what God might want me to learn from the situation. And even if I cannot find anything redemptive in the situation….I try to not let it get me down anyhow. I trust that He is in control. Keeping this positivity (I think) is helping to make me, a better me, all the time.
Thanks so much for sharing your incredible talents with us! God Bless :)
Thank you, again, Becca for sharing your talents. Hope your husband is recovering and feeling better. I have been asking the Lord to help me be a better listener and for His wisdom. ~Amy S.~
Remembering what God has done for me in the past helps me to be a better person in the present. His grace is sufficient.
Have a great day.
so glad to hear DH’s surgery went well. here’s wishing that he’s feeling better than yesterday and worse than tomorrow! TFS and thanx for the blog candy opp!
I’m trying to spend less time on the computer – but blogs like yours are making this VERY hard to do!! lol
A beautiful Sunday. Just watching nature makes me a better person.
Well, off to church~~that is my inspiration for this morning! BTW, your newest card is gorgeous!!!
SMILE ! God is good
Gotta dash out of town to take my 93 year old mom to the 71st annual family reunion. Then, to a funeral. This is hard work keeping up with getting these words, and doing everything I’ve gotta do!
I am trying to be more patient and understanding. Patience does not always come easily to me, but I find that as I age, I have become more so. I guess that is one of the advantages of old age lol!
Have a great day!
Becca,
thanks for all the inspiring things you do. Glad your hubby’s surgury went well.
I am always working on a better me and the list is endless, today I want to be a sunshine maker and give everyone a smile.
Thanks for another chance to win.
Becca your card is beautiful as always. Thanks for this opportunity. Being a better me means I need a challenge. I take on something I have been putting off or learn something new.
Good morning, Becca! I have had many “challenges” in my lifetime, but I believe that each one WAS a learning experience! I now try, on a daily basis, to “pay it forward” in small measures so that people will understand that God is good and will work through us to spread His message of “Love One Another”. I LOVE your latest card – very beautiful! God Bless your hubby’s continued healing . . . Hugs, Magi
Working on trying to be a better me means trying to be more compassionate to all people – no matter their circumstances. Thank you for another chance to win super goodies.
Sally Gasparri
I trying to be a better person by remembering that all things are in God’s time. I know that God has a plan for me – even if I don’t understand what it is. So I try to be patience and look on the bright side no matter how hard that is sometimes. I try to figure out what God might want me to learn from it. I try to not let it get me down and continue anyway. I know and trust him because He is in control of my life. God’d Blessing are so wonderful.
Hope your husband is doing ok.
Thanks so much for sharing your incredible talents with us!
God Bless:
Your Friend In Christ:
Good Morning Becca,
I try to be a better me, in my crafting. I have been crafting all my life and each avenue leads me to new and exciting challenges. Discovering your site has challenged me to improve my paper crafting skills and I love that you share ideas and talents to help me meet that goal.
I pray that hubby is doing well. You are such an inspiration to your family and to us.
God Bless,
Becky
Happy Sunday!
Hi Becca,
Glad your hubby surgery went well.
I wish I had your creative mind, your cards are like opening a present every day and I look forward to seeing your creations.
Take care and God bless
Hugs
Donna
At the RS show in St. Louis, seeing all the beautiful cards in person – they are beautiful!
Happy Sunday, Becca! To make me a better me, I will try even harder to believe in the goodness in all people and constantly remind myself that we are all made in His image. Blessings to you, Cheryl
Good morning Becca,
I pray your hubby is well on the road of recovery and his sight is very good.
Have enjoyed sharing this past week and have reeeeallllly enjoyed your blog and allll your effort, love, work, and perserverance you put into it. Your cards are always absolutely B – U – T – FULLLLLL!!!!! And your “candy” always looks scrummmmmmptious (even though it looks like there is no chocolate…. :)))))) ).
Jean McGee
Rejoice in this beautiful Sunday!
I enjoy your blog and your tutorials are always so helpful.
thanks for all you do for us
“Do unto others as you would have them do unto you.” This is a great motto to live by. Thanks for the chance at all the “goodies”.
Today I am praying for perserverance in being still and knowing that His is God.
THINK before I speak ! Also, to not feel guilty about a little “me” time!
It makes a big difference in my attitude if I thank God frequently for what He provides for me each day instead of being upset inside for the things in life that I can’t control and may not like.
Do onto others as you would have them do onto you is one of my favorite. Also, i learned early to treat my kids (when they were very young) as if they were guests when accidents happened and not to yell or get upset; you wouldn’t yell at a guest for spilling their drink; and that has helped me through a lot of stressful situations. love your blog and want some candy. thanks
Its a beautiful Sunday morning here and since we have been having an over abundance of rain lately, it is wonderful to see the sun shining.
It is in seeing the beauty around me in everyday things that makes me want to continue to be a better person.
I like seeing people smile and strive to be an uplifting presence in others’ lives. With God’s help I can do that. How wonderful it would be if we all “played it forward” in our daily activities. I dare ya to do that!!
Becca,
I sure appreciate you. You are are beautiful & wonderful. It is great that you share them with us
Thanks
As humans we have to constantly work on being better people because Satan is a real force and he knows our weaknesses. So I start the morning with an “Our Father” and ask Him to help me be a blessing to people today.
Thanks for the chance to win some goodies!
Hi Becca – I hope hubby is continuing to improve and trust that you are both having an enjoyable weekend. So fun collecting words on a weekend when I have the time to do it. :) Your cards are so gorgeous. . .always. You amaze me.
Love today’s card, Becca. To be a better me, I try to organize the clutter in my life. It’s amazing how a pile of papers or unfolded laundry can create chaos.
Mornin’ Becca
In striving to become a better person I have to remember that as a Christian I carry/represent His name. To be a child of God is a way of living, breathing, and being. I try to become more like Him daily.
Just making my daily post for today..
Hi Becca. I love the idea of letting us post “how we can be a better person”. I’ve been reading the other posts and they have given me more inspiration and ways that I could use too. One way that I think that I work on being a better person is to do “Random Acts of Kindness”. Doing these acts of kindness allows me to show my appreciation of others and makes me feel good. I also perform RAKs without expecting anything in return. That really frees my spirit.
luvglitztoo
Have you heard about wishuponahero.com? It is a great way to help someone else and in turn become a better person yourself. No wish is too big or too small and it is easy to be a hero and fulfill someone’s wish.
It sure is a great thing, if all people could get better people, and if I can do something to help to that, I sure would.
I always try to meet people openminded and never judge anybody for who they are, as we all have a right to be different and have diffferent opinion, and if just we all would accept that, much would be achieved, that´s for sure.
Have a great sunday everyone.
Biiig hugs Maryann
Hi again…being a better me today means thanking God for surrounding me with wonderful people! Thanks for another chance to win!
Happy Sunday…and thanks for another chance to win the candy. Today I rest from exercising. Today I made a cake for my daughter’s 35th birthday–on of the greatest things in life is not free; it’s priceless.
Have a good day.
I try to Not look grumpy when I go out any where.
A smile or a wink at a child in a shopping cart doesn’t hurt anyone & you just might get a darling smile back.
Sunday Blessings to all. mary l.
I love your blogs. Thank you for all the inpiration you provide.
Good morning Becca!
I hope you’re having great weather as we are here in Quebec City.
Thanks for this great blog candy! I can’t wait to win it!
Gotta stay positive right?
Have a great day,
Michelle
Hi Becca
Hope you are all doing well.
I loved today’s card.
When things get difficult I need to be less anxious.
I’ve already covered the most serious ways I try to be a better “me.” I’m trying to be a better crafter, too. To do that, I cruise the talented crafters on the web, like YOU! :o) I learn so much that way! TY!
To stay little in my own eyes.
I have collected all the words, now I only have to be picked :D
I’m trying to control my hot flash…….never ending…..
Lovely card. Thanks for sharing your work. Today, I working on staying focused and completing the task at hand. Hesitation and procrastination has to stop.
A great message this a.m. at church. “The Infiltration of the Enemy.” Eph. 4:25 Lying is a tactic Satan loves for us to use & lying comes in many ways: when trying to protect ourselves (saying we didn’t do it or wonder who did it!!); exaggerating; cheating; making excuses, foolish promises, etc. How to fight it? Make a commitment to the truth – to Jesus & His Word – understand consequences. (Matt. 7:24-27) So how can I make a better me? Speak the truth in love – stay in God’s word – memorize His word. Think before I speak or act. God bless you all.
Try to always smile and be kind to everyone. Hope hubby is doing ok. Thanks Becca for the beautiful cards and the chance to win.
Another thing that I think is very important when trying to be a better person is to try and put myself in the shoes of others. We can never truly “feel the pain” of anyone else, but I think we’d all be a lot nicer if we would slow down and try to put ourselves in the places of those around us. It is really much harder to explain this than I thought it would be! LOL!! But, an example might be when a friend loses a loved one… most people sympathize immediately and try to help, but that doesn’t last very long… even close friends forget and go back to life as usual very quickly… but that grieving person could use support long after the death of their loved one… not just for a week or so after the death. Other examples might be to put ourselves into the places of those with disabilities, illnesses and other situations that are unlike our own. We all know that we have our own problems that we keep private and share with no one… and we need to realize that all the other people around us have their own private problems/worries, also. So, it would just be a nicer world if we were all a little more patient with each other and a little more caring.
Becca,
Thanks for this blog. Although I know I will never be perfect and will always have faults, working on them seemed so much easier this past week. Reading everyones comments has truly helped me. If for no other reason, it was comforting to know I am not alone & I am doing the same things so many others are to correct it. Thank you for this. It has been a real eye opener. My whole week ran so much smoother.
Hope you and hubby are having a great weekend.
Marcie
No one is perfect. Even the Amish put a mistake in their quilts, because only God is perfect and we can only try to attain perfection. Thus, evidence of our human frailty.
to be gracious to those i have dissagreements with.
Hello Becca,
Hope you are enjoying this beautiful day. In trying to be a better me, I try to keep smiling even through the difficult challanges. God has a plan and I will depend on his love.
Thanks so much for all the inspiration you give us
Charlene
Hey Becca,
Thank you for the chance to win the Blog candy.
When trying to be a better me I try to spend some quiet time with God.
Linda
Hello Becca,
To be a better person I try to complain less and be more thankful.
Janie
To be a better person, I pray for guidence, and strength.
I love to serve others and by so doing I become more loving toward all men.
Well, I’ve missed a word somehow along the way — how can that be when I’m always on here looking at all the beauty?!!! Well, guess I’ll have to hope to be the lucky winner of the BIG prize & then a 2nd lucky winner will get the punch — LOL!!! Positive thinking — something I try to work on in my life. Truthfully, we have so many riches when you think of friends, health, and blessings — things that really matter above wealth!
Being in the Word helps keep me being a better person.
Yea, I got all the words for the first time. Thank you for this blog and your insight in asking the question “what we are working on to be a better person”. I try to think of others and not be impatient when people are driving under the speed limit, like 45 in a 65. Try to love others. God bless and hope hubby is recovering nicely.
Hi Becca, When I see the candy and hope that someday I could win something so grand, I repent and pray for the person that God wills to win and hope that they need it and appreciate it. I was from a very poor family as a child. There was nine children and when we got down to 5 kids still at home we found ouselves living in a school bus. I loved it!! I was in high school (and thank goodness for showers at school because we had no running water) I should have been miserable but I saw it as an adventure. We were among the most beautiful trees and forrests!! I worked hard to carry water, milk the cow, help with the little ones, etc. I grew up to be a hard working person, a Nurse and my husband says I am very unselfish because I am not afraid of doing without. GOD IS FAITHFUL. If I have any virtue, God created it in me. So God Bless the winners of ALL the drawings may you be truely thankful to a very GENEROUS God and Father who wants to give all His children the desires of their hearts as He does.
Practice self control
Love your neighbor as yourself. If only all people in the world would do this, what a peaceful, awesome place this would be. But it takes each one of us striving to do this on a daily basis. Thanks for all the goodies. Over 700 posts means it is a good one.
Candy
Great to know the surgery went well – prayer is so powerful.
When I’m trying to be a better me I try hard to put myself in other’s shoes and pray.
Thanks for the chance to win.
Blessings
Bernie
Hi Becca, Thanks for another chance to win great stuff. That punch looks quite amazing! When I am trying to be a better me, I concentrate on all that I am thankful for and thank God for blessing me with those things. I try to always remember that, no matter what, I already have everything I need and that everything is just the way it is supposed to be. With that mindset, I don’t remember what I was troubling me earlier and I am not focused on myself any longer. That’s where I always start!
Hi Becca,
So enjoy your beautiful cards! I want so much to learn how you do them!
If you want JOY in your life, here it is:
J—– Jesus First
O—–Others Next
Y——Yourself last
It does work!!
Thank you,Becca, for all that you do and so cheerful in sharing with others.
May the love of Christ continually flow through you to others until He come!
Hi becca,
I have been reading the other posts and thinking how wonderful other people are, when God prompted me that I am not to compare myself with others.
This is a key for me as I must remember I am unique and that I am a work in progress, and currently God has me where he wants me to be – I trust!!
I have not walked where others have walked, and so I must trust God to be doing the very best for me and that if He wants me to change, I have to be sensitive and obedient to Him.
Blessings Becca for your generosity in so many ways.
Hi Becca, Happy Sunday. When I seek to work on becoming a better me, I allow others to speak truth into my life. And I try to really pay attention to that.
Hi Becca
I love having another chance of winning the blog candy, hope my number comes out. Thanks for the great blog candy, its worth logging onto Amazing Paper Grace, not only for the great blog candy but all the ideas too. Keep up the great work.
In trying to become a better me, I still begin with prayer and try to listen to God speaking to my heart.
Trying to become a better me, I try to be realistic about my goals and desires and work on contentment.
Guess another way to improve myself is getting enough “Son”shine and also “sunshine”. The first works on the inside, the second the outside. A little bit of sun makes things brighter!
Today is one of the luckier days as I haven’t had to try too much. We’ve got some beautiful sunshine and that always helps :)
Hello Becca,
I try to be a better person by focusing on giving rather then receiving,
hope you have had a good week-end and hubby is doing ok after his op.
When I’m working on trying to be a better me, I try to complain less and think about those less fortunate than myself. Thanks Becca for creating this awesome site/blog and for another great opportunity to win some terrific blog candy. You are the best!
Glad the surgery went well–good things do come to good people! Thanks for another chance at your generous blog candy.
Think positively, appreciate more, celebrate the joy in each moment. I absolutely, positively appreciate the joy to bring to my life with your fabulous blog Becca – thanks so much and have a very happy day!
when I try to improve myself I put others first. Life is a lot like tennis, those you serve most often win.
Hello Becca
God has given us another beautiful day. I am trying to work on being humble as I go through life day to day and try to treat others the way I want to be treated.
Thank you again for sharing your time and talents with us!
I think focus has a lot to do with improving one’s self. If one is focused on God, then improvement comes from Him, and it’s the best kind of improvement. :)
When I’m working on trying to be a better me I sit in my room and meditate. I also read the bible looking for scriptures that I that seem to call out to me. Hope all is well with your husbands surgery.
Thanks for a chance to win some goodies!!!
I’m working on getting my health back (bad knees, back, neck, ankles, blood pressure, the works) and back to creating.
Smiles~
Marilyn
Just checking in for the word of the day this afternoon. Hope hubby continues to improve and you two have a wonderful weekend.
Being a better person… today I was patient (and took a lot of deep breaths) when my mom really exasperated me. It’s always simpler to communicate when at least one person is calm. Not easy to do, but better for everyone! :)
Wow again Bekka! I’ve been drooling over your cards for many months, and again I’m drooling over this blog candy! I’d sure love to be the winner!
Thanks for the opportunity!
I’ve been working on NOT being easily agitated…or upset at things beyond my own control. Realizing that GOD is the ONE who is in control of all things helps, but also knowing that I alone hold the key to my response to situations. I have a quick fuse, so praying for help with that has been a HUGE part of my last month’s learning. I try to keep my eyes on Christ and what He would do in the same situation.
Blessings,
Doni
Happy Sunday Becca!
I really try to be more patient and listen to my hubby when he wants to do things that I just have no desire to do. Today he wanted to go watch people participate in some horse riding events. I went and tried to enjoy myself and it was nice spending time with him doing what he wanted to do. It does take an effort though but I sure am trying to change my ways. :)
I have been working at not getting easily upset. I am trying to be pleasant, and have a positive attitude, even when someone purposely pushes my buttons. Thank you so much for the chance Becca, the candy is FAB, I’d be oh so happy to win! And thank you again for your blog, it is such an inspiration, your work is beautiful :)
Becca, Do you realize how healing these messages are? When I type mine, I read the others and I realize that we all are striving hard to “improve” ourselves in one fashion or another! My last thought for this week is – ALWAYS MAKE SOMEONE SMILE, EVERY DAY! YOUR LAUGHTER MAY BE JUST WHAT THAT PERSON NEEDED!
I’m trying not to be such a procrastinator. Not as successful as I’d like to be but still trying! thanks again for the change to win this blog candy! Tracy
I work on showing others I appreciate them. Teachers, shop assistants, my friends, husband and my kids. We don’t use enough uplifting encouraging words in our society and it doesn’t take long to verbalise the thankfulness for the support we receive from many people.
Ultimately the only way I can work on making myself a better person is through Jesus. It is such a blessing to know that I am always forgiven as I find that I even for do the right things for the wrong reasons!
Thanks adn blessings to you Becca (and family) for such a great blog. Thanks for a chance to win numerous great prizes lately! Hugs from down under in South Australia.
This week our church is having Summer Bible School. My husband and daughter signed me up to help. This week, I will be working on enjoying leading children. I’m rather rigid and want things done a certain way, RIGHT NOW. I need to loosen up. :) Funny thing, my daughter is on the Bible School Committee and is just like me.
A few blogs ago I mentioned tryng to learn something new everyday to help me be a better me.
Well, that came back to me today as I learned something about the plural of the triune God. I read scripture today I had never noticed before. Although the word Trinity is not in the Bible, God, Himself, speaks of them..Isaiah 48:16 was an eye opener for me. (If you read this, please read the whole chapter to see it context. ) I love God’s Word for it is a Living Word and still speaks to us today. He alsways confirms Himself and I have found a new verse to Love.
Happy Sunday Becca,
Becky
Hello Becca thanks once again at a chance to win a wonderful prize well I have to say to change is a big things in someone one life but I know that when I do wrong sometimes a simply I sorry can change a problems admitting when I am wrong is a big step praying for you and your husband.
One thing that I continue to try and change is to be a little more outgoing. Good luck everyone!
sometimes you just have to bite your lip and not say the things you would like to say….
Think before I speak…. Is it kind, and is it true? Words can really hurt.
DeniseB
Making handmade sympathy cards to send comfort to those needing it…..
Hi Becca,
I am thrilled that your husband’s second surgery went well. I hope his vision continues to improve as his eye heals.
I’m always trying to be a better person whether it’s helping others in need, sharing a kind word, forgiving people even though it is hard, leading by example and instilling these thoughts in my children. I believe kindness and forgiveness is contagious and if you pay it forward it will come back full circle.
Thanks for all that you share with others and the ideas you inspire in me!
Hugs,
Cathie
Hi Becca – glad to hear the surgery went well! At times it is easy to be critical of others instead of being compassionate and caring. So I think I need to try harder in that area.
I try not to be critical of others and show more compassion.
Hi Becca
I always love your card designs. Truly an inspiration.
I was a science teacher and when I retired I decided to try to become more creative. After 4 years I can see cracks in the wall but I can’t help thinking that my creative ideas are always tinged with the scientific !!!!!!
‘Be not afraid.’ I find i avoid or hesitate in life experiences because i don’t know. So, i will work on being not afraid.
Thank you for your lovely blog, Becca
I think, it would be a great idea, if all people was asked to mention just 3 things, that could make them better people, casue I think, we would all be, if we just gave it some more thoughts, and tryed just a little more every day to do something good for at least one other person, then it would soon get to all and it would be a nice habbit that all would treat each other a lot better.
Biiiig hugs Maryann
Good Morning, Becca – Blessings on your day. I will try to be a better person today by saying prayers for others and thinking less of myself. Have a wonderful week. Cheryl