Its Easter weekend! Even though Easter is going to be a little different, ok, a lot different this year; I'm still going to find the joy and blessings in it! The Tomb is still empty!! There is great joy in that!
This week I think has been the toughest for me personally and mentally during this whole pandemic situation.
I have seen more people wearing masks and gloves than they were last week. More people being reserve and taking care not to come within so many feet of each other. There is no more small talk or a smile, nod, a quick "Hi, how are you?". In the store where I work it is get in and get out. I would have NEVER thought our little community would be effected this way. I have even noticed some panic and anxiety; my own to be quite honest. But I have seen it in others...acting a way of selfishness and just plain rude. I guess it is the unknown that gets us "worked up". We don't know how to act in a situation like this, so reaction is what we do. The whole thing is just scary to me and I try to remember we are all in this together. We are all trying to find a different groove but me personally having to be in the public seeing some of the things I see it just blows my mind and that is the one thing I really try to protect.
In my devotional time this morning I read part of Matthew 28.20b. Our Pastor has been encouraging us thru the week to read scripture related to Easter. Today, we read from the book of Matthew, "And remember, I am with you always, to the end of age". (ESV) That's it. We have to remember that no matter what is going on in our lives that God is with us always, ALWAYS. He will never leave us. I just have to give Him praise for that because for me, I react to situations quicker than I should. That's why I read and stay in the Word so much. Its my protection. Even though these things are out of my control I do know the one Who is in control. Nothing surprises Him, this pandemic has not threw Him for a loop like it did us. There is a reason for all of this. I pray that our minds, body and hearts are healed thru this quarantine time. I pray that we are are created new and leave the old way we did things in the past.
I hope this encourages you in some way. It did me this morning. Just getting alone with the Lord and reading His Word usually does it for me. Like I said, I can easily get caught up in the frantic madness of what is going on around me at work. But, when I come home, I try to get back to what grounds me. Please pray for everyone that has to be in this mess. Everyone of my immediate family members have to work with the public. Healthcare, retail and wholesale. Also, pray for our, your; pastors and families. They are missing their church families something fierce.
I do want to share with you a little beverage receipe I posted on IG and FB yesterday. Ususally when I go to the salon to get my hair done I stop by Starbucks and get a coffee. Well since I dont know when I will get back to Goldsboro to do that I made my own. The receipe will follow.
I hope you all have a wonderful Easter. Praying we all return to our friends and family sooner than later. Please stay safe and well out there. Don't forget to stop by and say "Hi", leave a comment or subscribe so you don't miss a post.
Blessings,
Dawn
Dawn's Iced Coffee
2 Tbsp. Italian Sweet Creme (coffee creamer. I use a non dairy one)
1 packet of Stevia
2 Tbsp. of Almond milk/whipping cream (whatever milk you choose)
Whisk until fluffy.
In a cup or glass of your choice add ice and cold coffee. I used leftovers from the morning. Spoon half of mixture into iced coffee. Give a little stir. Spoon rest of mixture on top of drink and sprinkle with cinnamon. You're welcome!
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