I used to have

a little notepad with Maxine’s photo on it 

that looked something like this –

 

And a friend and I used to share a laugh that while, 

yes, we do have strong opinions,

we don’t always think others have to share them.

Truly.

I believe everyone’s entitled to their own opinions…

And yet, God has helped me to realize recently that there might be times when I voice my opinion so strongly

[yes, I’ve been told I’ve from the Blunt Family]

that some might feel that I’m judging their decisions 

or lifestyle or preferences…

their way of life… 

 and I’m NOT talking the BIG STUFF 

like I know some of you are thinking... 

  [Although, I’m sure there are people who feel like I’m judging them in those areas when I stand firmly for my beliefs…]

I’m talking about the everyday choices we all make…

And honestly, if I’m judging them, I surely don’t mean to be – 

I truly believe everyone has the 

freedom to choose 

how they live their lives 

and I hope [so very much]that 

my opinions 

would not make them feel as if they are being judged 

when they choose differently… I believe everyone has the freedom to follow their heart -

 So The Lord and I are working on this 

[I’m so thankful for a 

wonderful loving God 

who shows me my faults 

and guides me through chnages!] 

I’m trying so hard to be AWARE of my words 

and how they might be heard – 

And I’m trying so hard to be INTENTIONAL in my 

thoughts and conversations 

so that I can focus on the good…

And for whatever reason – 

I felt the need to share this with you – 

We all have issues to work on – 

and we’re all still growing [always] 

as we go through life… 

I hope to continuing growing - 

 and I truly hope that if my opinion is different  

we can still be friends -