Do You Know Where Your Dreams Are?

It's Tuesday Morning

September 27, 2016

Do you know where your Dreams Are?

 

 

GO FIND THEM...
CHASE THEM DOWN...
PURSUE THEM...
Like Your Mental Well Being Depends On It
  because guess what? 
It does!

Wings Were Meant To Fly (Quotes from a Little Birdie Told Me"

Words in their purest form can be uplifting, engaging and healing...my hope and deepest prayer is that within the pages of my latest book, "Wings Were Meant To Fly (Quotes From a Little Birdie Told Me", you will be transported to a place that lovingly reminds you that "Divinely Inspired Dreams Have No Expiration Date"...now available on www.kallistamarie.com and amazon.com for only $2.99!  I invite you to click on the link and download a great read and share with your family, co-workers and friends: http://www.amazon.com/Wings-Meant-Quotes-Little-Birdie-ebook/dp/B00GR0LWVI/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1384796862&sr=8-2&keywords=kallista+walker

Nurture the Flowers in Your Garden!

As the sleet was gently transformed into snow on Monday, the eye opening chill turned my cheeks into cold evidence that Fall (at least in my mind) was indeed becoming all but a memory.  I quickly ran errands, striding briskly in and out of stores in order to return home and thoroughly thaw out.  Once the initial shock of the harsh reality that we had officially experienced our first snow of the season wore off, it crossed my mind how similar the changing of nature's seasons and the seasons of our lives can be.  One moment we are swinging on the swings, chasing the icecream truck, getting all dressed up for our 8th grade farewell,

terrified at the mere thought of attending high school on the our first day as a freshman, hanging out with friends at football/basketball games, getting our first job at Forever 21 or maybe Arby's, graduating from college and decorating our very first apartment.  Before we can blink an eye, we are in the full throws of adulthood.  Married, a mortgage, a car or perhaps 2, kids AND a dog.  Our parents, uncles and those who have loved and cared for us, are now in their "Golden Years".  Far too often, these years are riddled with financial and/or health challenges and not the relaxing paradise they should be.  In the last few years, I have witnessed loved ones transitioning from this life into a much more peaceful place.  I've prayed and watched as those I admire and love (once active and some avid athletes) have endured scary heart operations, battles with mind altering illnesses, daily struggles with arthritis, diabetes and Victory over breast cancer!

Just today, I experienced a sweet co-worker's heart breaking as she received news that her daughter's childhood friend was sadly killed in a car accident just the night before at the young age of 18.  As all these thoughts weaved in and out of my mind, I was again reminded of just how fleeting life can be.  All of this is the Universe's, not so subtle, way of whispering and sometimes shouting to us...Live Your Life on and with Purpose!  Pray, eat, laugh, forgive, try again, love, hold hands, kiss passionately, be honest, be real, work, travel, pursue your Divinely Inspired Dreams, 

enjoy music, be present with your children, teach, learn, speak, listen, show up, believe it is possible, Dance and Stop Watering the Weeds in Your Yard..instead Be keenly attentive to and Nurture the Flowers in Your Garden!  

Tune In

There are moments and then there are MOMENTS, yesterday was definately a MOMENT for me.  As I went about my evening, chatting, laughing, shopping (with coupons of course), I was blessed enough to see someone from my past and my mother's past.  I was in a store and this young man very cautiously approached me and inquired if I was indeed my mother.  I turned to really tune in to his voice and look into his eyes and what I saw caused me to reflect on many many things.  I spoke to him, like I have so many times over the years with others who recognized me as "My Mother's Daughter" (yes we look quite a bit alike).  This time however, it was something very different about our verbal exchange.  I looked at him as he spoke and what I saw in his face saddened me deeply.  In his eyes I saw, unchartered adventures, sunken hope, discouraged dreams and a deep love lost.  As he spoke to me about my mother, I could see and feel the love he still felt for her and the deep regret he felt over what could have been as he looked at this grown woman standing before him who was once a little girl he held and played with so gently.  I shared my encounter with my family when I returned home and was surprised at the understanding that came to me as we spoke of him.  Life comes at you fast, tune-in to your moments before you miss it!

Everyday there are little miracles all around us.
Sadly hurt, fear, disappointments and unforgiveness can cause us to close doors by our words or actions that years from now we may realize were doorways to growth, joy or even to our Divinely Inspired Dreams coming to pass. Tune-in to your life, this is not a dress rehearsal it is the Actual Performance and you are the lead actor, director, choreographer and editor.  Be active and involved in your life, prayerful about your decisions, open to change and a few challenges.  Don't be shy about editing your life or the people in it (we do it to our friends list on Facebook...I mean really).  Be gentle with yourself and forgiving of your past choices.  Allow yourself to surrender to the healing, life transforming, vision revealing love of God and remember you were never given a spirit of fear but of power, love and a sound mind.

Get off the sidelines of YOUR life, take time to smell the flowers, play with your kids, hug/kiss/laugh with your spouse, drink coffee/tea, color, paint, plant a garden, help someone, see a play, go somewhere you've always wanted to go, listen to India.Arie (lol..just a suggestion) and get involved in your LIFE! 

When You Wish Upon A Star...Dreams Can Come True

About 11 years ago, God placed a dream in my heart and a title for that dream.  That dream has finally become a reality as of today!!!  Ladies and gentlemen it is my absolute pleasure to share my first e-book (which is now available on Amazon.Com) with you, "Wonderfully Human (Love Letters and Encouragement For the Soul)!!! I invite you to visit and purchase your very own copy for your Kindle or Ipad (the Kindle App is needed if you have an Ipad) and please let me know how it touches you.  It is my hope and prayer that the words in this book will inspire and encourage you. 



Just click on the link below:

http://www.amazon.com/Wonderfully-Human-Letters-Encouragement-ebook/dp/B00CNWOR4S/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1367847717&sr=1-1&keywords=Wonderfully+Human+Kallista+Walker

It is not just a song to me anymore, it is truth.  When you wish upon a star, Dreams can come true!  Be honest, seek peace, be uniquely you and experience the joy found in being Wonderfully Human.



Recipe For A Strong Family

Recipe For A Strong Family

 3 3/4 Cups Brown Sugar
(For Natural Sweetness)

10 Cups Heaven
(That's where Faith, Hope and Love comes from)

3 Cups Dreams
(There lies the future)

20 (1 carat diamonds)
(For Clarity of Vision)

4 1/2 Tablespoons Cast Iron
(For Strength and Endurance)

A Family That Prays Together..Stays Together

©T.T. Taharaja

You Can Do It!!

Goal setting is something that has always and I do mean ALWAYS, intimidated me.  The fear of failure is a wild beast that will keep you where you are and far far away from where you really in your heart of hearts desire to be.  The interesting, funny thing is that all it really takes is one tiny step forward to make your dreams become a reality (okay well maybe not every single dream).  That first step maybe looking up a class schedule online to check tuition pricing, drinking more water (so you eat less), purchasing pencils (or pens which I prefer to journal with) and a GORGEOUS journal (from the few actual book stores that still exist, they are disappearing fast thanks to E-Readers), updating your resume, or even just making a phone call no excuses.  Many of us use excuses as reasons why we can't, while others CHOOSE to use their life's experiences as motivation to better themselves so they will be in the right position when greater opportunities come along.  Setting a goal gives you power believe it or not.  As you inch toward your goal, whatever it maybe, you will learn lots and lots of stuff about yourself and the world around you.  You should learn (had to say should because you know everyone is a wee bit different) what is working and what is not working in your life that is either propelling you at hyper speed toward your goal, slowing you down or downright blocking your path.  You may even learn that some relationships, no matter how bad you want them, may not  be able to travel with you where your dreams are taking you (often a  very hard truth).  You may also discover that the very thing that you thought IMPOSSIBLE, is soooooo doable and that doggone it, You Really Can Do It!!!!  How is that for amazing?  So shake a tail feather, get laser focused, get determined and go get it, go get the LIFE YOU WERE CREATED TO LIVE!