I'll Be Happy When...

"As a man thinketh in his heart, so is he." (Proverbs 23:7, NIV)

"Not that I speak in respect of want: for I have learned, in whatsoever state I am, therein to be content." (Phillipians 4:11, ASV)

Happy Friday Homegirls!

I don't know about you, but I'm quite happy that it's Friday. This has been a crazy week for me and the fam. We're definitely looking forward to having a little down time this weekend.

Lately, I've been hanging onto a new slogan "Happy Girls are Pretty Girls!" Often times I find that people's happiness is wrapped up in stuff. We say, "I'll be happy when..." and put our happiness on layaway while we seek to acquire more; whether it be a new car, a new man, a new job, a new body... I could go on, but I think you already feel me. Right? This mentality is so dangerous because it leaves us with a feeling of dissatisfaction that infiltrates every category of our lives. Don't get me wrong, I am a major advocate for change if it means it's going to render a better YOU. But wherever you are in life, be grateful. It could be a lot worse...the situation could have killed you. You could have lost your mind after that last storm. But you're still here! You're incredibly beautiful! You can be happy now! You can have joy, NOW!

Decide today ladies that whatever it is that needs to change, you're gonna pray for the will and the strength to do "it" better. But don't forget to thank God for how good he's already been to you. You are already a fabulous woman to the Father. Find rest in knowing that whatever you need, you can always find in Him; including joy. No longer should your happiness be contingent upon the next man's decision to love you or your ability to purchase a brand new house. With no prospects of a new boo or new money or new shoes or whatever "new" you think you need, be courageous and take a look at what's good and lovely around you. I'm positive that when you do, you'll be ready to say, "I'll be happy...now" ;)

With the greatest confidence in your destiny,
Latasha