For the last couple of years, I have written about Carl, my French bull dog, with the attempt to help others see a glimpse of how God works in very mysterious ways. But what I recently discovered is that my writings have not been for you at all. They have been for me.
Each week, I have stumbled on one of Carl’s attributes or actions that has stirred my heart to give it life. Each blog started as an idea that needed to be birthed, nurtured and released into the wind.
I must confess that too many times I cared too much about the reactions I received from others. But after reading a phenomenal book by Elizabeth Gilbert called Big Magic, I now know my creativity must be unleashed for my sake.
Her following quote literally changed my perspective about my writing. “I will never stop creating, no matter the outcome, and no matter how deep my anxieties and insecurities may be.”
We have all been given our own unique gift of creativity that is just waiting to come out. Mine just happens to be writing. The irony of this gift is that it wasn’t unfolded until my mid 50’s. Before then, I didn’t have the desire or the confidence to write. But with the help of Carl and his sister Bee, I have been given a springboard of ideas to work from.
I happen to be writing this from the Miami airport after being on a cruise for the last week. Carl and Bee have been staying with my daughter and her four children. I have received an occasional text with a picture of my four legged friends and how they are adapting to their life with small children.
My youngest grandson decided to use Bee as a chalkboard and wrote all over her back with a red marker. Carl has been roaming around their backyard wondering if we will ever return. Both dogs have demonstrated a resilience to their temporary environments.
It is amazing what we can all learn about ourselves through the gifts that God has given us. For me it is my writing. What is yours? My hope is that you will not let your gift stand dormant in your soul, but instead, you will give it life and send it into the wind.
You are a good communicator and teacher, Cora. I’m so glad to have you as a friend and Bible study leader. You have enriched my life with your wisdom, your love for God and your friendship! My family is full of creative people, and I agree, it is something we need to do! We are displaying the nature of God when we are being like our Creator. Keep writing!! You shine when you illuminate God’s truths!!
Patty,
Thank you for your kind words. You have enriched my life as well. It is so God when He brings people together after so many years and creates such a special friendship. God has also blessed you with a creative spirit. Keep writing songs to glorify God.. Cora