~LIKE NO ONE ELSE" (FIELD GILLIAM) Happy EARTH Day Daddy~

We didn't get to say goodbye,
I guess that was your way of preventing that,
Not allowing us to finalize our relationships with you,
So I guess you are with us forever......

So now who are we to measure ourselves by,
When we need a standard set on how much fun to have,
Because you could party
Like no one else;

And who is going to show us
how not to waiver on our convictions,
Because you could stand strong
Like no one else;

And from who do we learn how bad not to be,
Because you sure could "raise hell"
Like no one else;

And who is going to help us take on
the trials and challenges of life,
Because you stayed a winner
Like no one else;

And who is going to teach us
how to fantasize with grace and style,
Because you could "shoot the bull"
Like no one else;

And whom are we to compare ourselves to
when it comes to giving LOVE,
Because you gave
Like no one else;

I guess now I understand why
you wouldn't let us say........

"Goodbye!"

Written by another GILLIAM Male....my 1st Cousin...David Gilliam

Romans 10:17 (FAITH)

So then FAITH cometh by hearing, and hearing by the WORD OF GOD!!

~Family~

Isn't it funny as we grow older...our FAMILY and time spent
becomes so very important. The little things our parents did
when you were a child become 'memorable moments', and  such good
times.  Instead of those "oh so embarrassing occasions",  that made you
cringe when they were happening.

I thank God for my family, I am happy for the good, bad, and embarrassing,
moments that have entwined us so tightly even to this day.

I am happy for that woman who would give me 'that look' from the usher's pew.
I was all the way in the choir stand and yet that look made me straighten up
and act right. I am thankful for that 'gruff' voice that use to say....
'don't be a FAILURE"...I still hear Mr. Gilliam's voice deep in my spirit to this day,
although its been over 20 years ago, when he left this earth….in his OWN WAY.

All those words, acts and deeds helped form the woman I am today. For that I’m grateful!!
I can only pray long after I’m gone my FAMILY will remember and cherish the words, acts and deeds
that I left them.  I want them to laugh and bask in all those memorable moments that
we shared.

~FAMILY~ (may the legacy live on)

~Our Past~

 ‎"Practice enjoying the present moment, rather than using it up consumed with guilt over the past or worry about the future. Refuse to allow any thoughts based on your past to define you." -
Dr. Wayne Dyer

~Your Gift~

I'm chuckling as I write. Ladies and Gentlemen, your 'gift' is what comes to you naturally with little to no effort. Do you find friends or loved ones calling you to do something specific consistently? They do this because they realize your very good at it and it takes you little to no effort to complete the task. Be it bake a fantastic Upside Down Cake  or make an excellent 7 course meal.

Whatever, the task you can do it with your eyes closed. And you wonder to yourself, “why do they always ask me to do this?!” Well my friend that is “Your Gift”. You may be a great orator, whereas others may be scared out of their minds to speak to others in front of a crowd. However, you find great pride in doing so. As a matter of fact you get a “rush” out of it! Again, my friend that is your gift.

Go within, make a list, seek God and find out exactly what the Lord has called you to do. What would you enjoy doing whether you were getting paid for the service/task or not.

Once you’ve established that……begin doing it. One of my favorite Authors, Jackie Collins, says, “If you want to be a writer….just begin writing!”

This brings me back to my new found mantra, “Build Where Your Planted!” Begin doing the things you enjoy, as unto the Lord, and sooner or later, I believe YOUR GIFTS WILL MAKE ROOM FOR YOU.

Well, let me get back to doing the tasks that my family member requested I complete. I am blessed to assist although, I am 2,000 miles away….You know why?? Because that is MY GIFT!!!
Smiling as God sends me little reminders. Go Figure!!!

I am blessed to be a blessing and I will WALK IN MY GIFT!!!

~Walk In Your Calling - Remember Who You Are~

Remember young lion cub Simba who was born to be king, but because of a mistake, he ran away from the kingdom and ended up ‘in the world’ living a “Hakuna Matata” life – no worries, no responsibilities.  However, he had a vision of his father saying, “Remember who you are.  You are my son, and the one true king!”  We need to remember who we are in CHRIST!
We are children of the King – royalty – let’s act like it!We as children of the MOST HIGH need to remember who we are and 'represent' and act accordingly. My Father is rich in houses and land...he holds the world in the palm of his hand.No worries...Mon!

GOD IS~

Whatever you need him to be...........

Thank you Lord for being.......THE GREAT I AM!

Uplift!! Uplift!!! Uplift!!!

I was on a friend’s FB page and someone made a disparaging remark and I simply stated “was that really necessary?” The poster replied, “you don’t know me!” I retorted, “I sure don’t but isn’t it much easier to uplift instead of tearing each other down.” I meant that from my heart. I’m not perfect in any way, but I am making  conscience effort to uplift, support and encourage. This simple task has made me feel much better as a human being. My ears are instantly frazzled when I hear someone tearing down another human being.
I would encourage each and everyone too build others and not destroy. We are snared by the words of our testimony. If we practice the “Art of Encouragement“, this random act of kindness will become a way of life.

Thank you Lord for placing positive energy in my life and giving me ALL the love I can handle. I thank you that you’ve placed it on my heart to be a friend and a supporter.
You are working on a “new and improved” me. For that, I give you praise!!
Uplift!!! Uplift!!! Uplift!!

Delight Thyself In the Lord (Psalms 37:4)

Delight yourself in the Lord and he shall give thee the desires of thy heart.

Throughout your day begin to focus on God's words and his kingdom. Honor God with all thine heart. If we begin to do this he will take care of our business. It's so easy to get caught up in our problems, faults and shortcomings. If we would only begin to be in the realm of praise and thanksgiving for what he's done in our life. God will honor our efforts.

Let's all stop murmuring and complaining and speaking ill of others. Let's begin to uplift others and operate in Love. If we begin to do that, imagine the trickle down effect it will have all across the nation. :)

I thank you Lord for all you do for me. You are looking out for me.... when I don't even realize it.
Your an awesome God!!!

Who Will Encourage....The Encourager?

I asked the question, when I needed someone to pour into my spirit.
Without judgment, with words of wisdom, delivered to me in a way,
I would be receptive to hear it.

He has sent us the Holy Spirit to be our comforter in our time of sorrow.
For this very reason, we need not worry, fear or be discouraged about what will happen tomorrow.

In times of anguish......when we are in want and in need.
God is our source, do not look to others or seek ill gotten gain...
through your acts and deeds.

He is our help in the midst of a storm.
He keeps us through our worries, when we are in trouble, and feeling forlorn.

God is the ultimate encourager, our strength in every situation.
Lean not to your own understanding....for He is the ruler of heaven and earth and all nations.

In the words of the Psalmist, David, 'If I make my bed in the midst of hell, behold though art there". With this knowledge in my spirit I have no reason for despair.

Thank you Lord for being my encourager, my friend, my rock, my ALL and ALL.
You are always there... to pick me up...each and every time I fall.
A. Gilliam-Washington

Faith

Hebrews 11:1

Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of
things not seen.

~Healing Scriptures~

During My Illness.....I would read these passages of scripture and recite these words........

God is a Healer~

Jesus bore my sickness and carried my pain. therefore I give no place to sickness or pain.
for God sent his word and healed me. Psalms 107:20

No evil will befall me, neither shall any plague ome near my dwelling.
For You have given Your angels charge over me. they keep me in all my ways.
In my pathways is life, healing and health. Psalms 91:10:11: Proverbs 12:28

Jesus took my infirmities and bore my sicknesses. Therefore i refuse to allow
sickness to dominate my body. The life of God flows within me bringing
healing to every fiber of my being. Mathew 8:17; John 6:63

Every organ and tissue of my body functions in the perfection that God
created it to function. I forbid any malfunction in m body in Jesus Name.
Genesis 1:28, 31

Your word manifest in my body, causing growths to disappear.
Sickness is a thing of the past. I make demand on my bones and joints
to function properly in Jesus' Name. Mark 11:23: Mathew 17:20

~A Email from "Rev Kev" Pastor and Motivational Speaker~ (December 2007)

This email was written to me, by a friend and former colleague.  This was written 3 months after my amputation.....the words stayed with me and resounded in my spirit. Through pain, tears and agony...I kept thinking to myself...I walk by FAITH not by sight. It was literally and figuratively. I knew in my spirit, without encouragement and GOD. There could be no way possible, I could make the journey that was ahead of me. Years later...... those profound words, written to me, by Rev. Kev would the premise of my destiny "We Walk By Faith...Outreach Services!

Thanks "Rev. Kev."

******************************************************************************

'December 2007'

Dear Andrea,

Wow!  What a difference a year can make.
I'm so delighted, however, to learn that you have not let the change in circumstance
change "who" you are.  Sounds to me  that you've allowed it to deepen who you
are!  I like that!
Keep on walking in your purpose, dear friend.
The sky is the limit for you!
You don't need legs to walk,
just faith.
You see, we walk by faith, not by sight!
Lots of love to you Andrea and thanks for writing!
Keep in touch!
Rev. Kev

 

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2010 Reflections and Embracing 2011

As this year comes to  a close I have been sitting here reflecting on the good,
the bad and the ugly..ugly. I don't want to sound generic and or cliche (ish).
But I truly thank the LORD for another year that he has kept me in his care.
When I think back to 2007 when I went through a horendous ordeal....not even
knowing if I would live, much less walk again. I thank him for how far he has
brought me. As the old song says...If he never does anything else for me...HE's
DONE ENOUGH.
On loving...I thank God that he has shown me and continues to teach me on how
to LOVE unconditionally. I thank God that he has touched my heart...and i'm
learning to be a conduit of positivity..and to focus more on the good in all. If
we all knew better..i'm sure we'd do better. So I can't fault those who don't
operate under the love creed. I can only pray for their awakening.
I thank God for my family and for those in my close intimate circle. It's
small by design. Everyone who says they are for you aren't always. I  have been
blessed with the gift of discernment and I am steering clear of those who do 
not have my best interest at heart. I can love you from afar until your words
and deeds are in close proximity of where I am going.
My children are so dear to me. I thank God he's blessed me with two
productive, positive young adults...they make it all worth while. My 4 loving
grandsons are the apple of my eye.........Troy III, Antione, Trenton and
Antonio..I'm looking forward (GOD WILLING) to seeing you boys progress and
thrive in this world. My mom......she shows me daily the meaning of  HIS LOVE
EXTENDED....she just 'does'..too much at times...but she is the epitome of
' LOVE IN ACTION'.
In conclusion...I am so looking forward to 2011 and the many blessings and
all the LOVE I can stand. I know the areas that aren't completed will come to
fruition in Gods perfect timing....all I have to do is 'my part' and continue to
LOVE and the BEST is yet to come.
I thank God for people that he has placed in my path to encourage.
Whitney...you make me happy and I am thankful daily for your progress.
421...I love you a lifetime........nothing and no one can ever change
that.
(The heart wants what/who the heart wants) your words....
Happy New Year.....THE BEST IS YET TO COME!!!!
Andrea~

New Vision!! New Logo!!