--George Leonard
Mom and I saw an amazing documentary together on Mother's day called "Ahead of Time" about the life of Ruth Gruber. I reflected on our relational progression. from angst-y adolescence to addiction to allying for the Messages Project recently- when we find a way to live from the heart (whatever our imperfections as Leonard describes), stop waiting for life to conform to our needs and wants, then we are focusing on the beautiful PROGRESSION of things and less wrapped up in perfection. As I've heard many times- It's about progress not perfection. Ah, sigh. relief.
I hope the journey my mom and i share will give you hope. As she and I focus more on overcoming our personal fears, helping others, and seeing our differences as strength rather than weakness (along with simply having more fun) we have found joy, true joy. The joy that literally gives strength.
The joy that doesn't require the other to change or adhere to our demands, but freely says, "I love the heart of you, I'm amazed by the silent pulse of perfect rhythm that exists in you- individual and unique, which connects us."-addendum: I'm amazed even when i don't understand.
Live courageously, let go courageously. In the letting go and living the pulse of our unique rhythm- connection grows into something bigger than pain or fear or misunderstanding- empowered we can as women face challenges we thought impossible, overcome fears we thought paralyzing, and help others find their heart's own unique rhythm.
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As 2011 closes, I wanted to share with you a few of the best movies we saw this year, (as we are avid movie-goers and look for the best ones to see), and one of my favorite books. (Favorite movies will be in next blog!)
Between a Rock and a Grace Place: Divine Surprises in the Tight Spots of Life, written by my friend and bestselling author Carol Kent, is a must-read and a great way to start the new year if you haven't already read it. Between her own "rock and a grace place," Carol shares how she and her husband Gene discovered extraordinary mercy, profound personal experiences of God's sustaining grace, and an incomparable peace in the midst of a very difficult, ongoing situation: the life-without-parole sentence her beloved only son Jason (JP) is serving at a maximum security Florida prison.
Rather than spiraling into despair and bitterness, Carol's story describes how she held on to hope and reached out in compassion for others even in the midst of her own pain. One only has to be in Carol's presence to know that Jesus is alive and well. Only HE could give her the very real joy she possesses and exudes.
Though a remarkable woman and gifted speaker, Carol is also quite real and vulnerable and bears her heart in this well-written book. The lessons shared include her experiences and that of other people convey deep truths and will renew your perspective, pointing you to the source of life and grace--Jesus. Another beautiful feature of Between a Rock and a Grace Place are the letters from Jason Kent, her son. Let me encourage you to read this book so that when at some point or perhaps right now you are faced with the uncertainties and trials of life, you can draw upon God's amazing grace as Carol did, and experience His life right between your rock and hard place. Happy New Year and blessings to you!
Digital downloads of Carol's book (for all e-reader sites) are available for $1.99 until January 2nd by clicking on: http://www.amazon.com/Between-Rock-Grace-Place-ebook/dp/B003U4UTC2/ref=sr_1_1?s=digital-text&ie=UTF8&qid=1325213639&sr=1-1
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Mother-Daughter Duet: Getting to the Relationship You Want with Your Adult Daughter
Written by a mother and daughter who have successfully navigated the minefield from distance and tension to acceptance and friendship, Mother-Daughter Duet helps moms open wide the door of communication so that daughters want to walk through it. Filled with personal anecdotes and based on proven principles, each chapter offers timeless wisdom as well as a daughter’s perspective. Often these principles apply to daughters-in-law as well.
The relationship between mothers and daug hters is intense, personal, complex, and unique. But you can have the loving, authentic bond you always dreamed of—when you learn the mother-daughter duet.
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