Todays Daily Prompt: Tell us about something you know you should do . . . but don’t.
It feels as though there are a million and one things I should be doing, but don’t. Things like not being strict enough with my children, not reading enough to my little daughter (I do, but not enough), not cooking enough vegetables, not visiting relatives enough or even calling them and so the list goes on….
One thing that bothers me the most about the things I don’t do, but should is that I don’t pray enough. I’m not talking about things like saying grace. I’m talking about really getting on my hands and knees and just saying it all, thanking from the heart and humbly asking.
I thought of a few reasons or excuses as to why not, but none of them are good enough to justify why I don’t. Sometimes, when I’m really worn out I will lay my head down on my pillow at night and talk to my God and fall asleep that way, but it should be done even when I’m not tired and worn…
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He hears you all through the day.. even if you’re not talking directly to him… and that is probably why we should talk every night to ask forgiveness of all the bad thoughts and words… thanks for reminding me.. I don’t do this nearly enough…
Thanks Bulldog, it is a reminder for myself too.
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I believe the power of prayer is very strong. It is also therapeutic for the mind and spirit. Blessings to you Hope.
Thank you mg, blessing to you too.
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Great post! I need to do more of this myself.
Thanks Lenny.
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Anytime! Happy valentines day!
Instead of all this kneeling and reciting stock phrases, I rather like the idea of having an ongoing communication throughout the day. Just chatting, perhaps, like Don Camillo in the Giovanni Guareschi books.
I used to be like that and have an ongoing conversation…just have to get to being that way again.
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As bulldog says – God hears you regardless. He knows what;s in your heart always…
Thank you ghiatjie, I do believe that.
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I think you shouldn’t beat yourself up about it – you’re pretty perfect just the way you are. Hugs xxx
That is such a very sweet thing to say Dinxie doll, thank you.
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Don’t take it too seriously we all have those moments.
True that Newsy.
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I think the Daily Post is backwards – all this negativity is draining. I won’t even answer a lot of them ‘cuz they are getting rather argumentative. Feels like they just want to ‘stir the pot’. I love you just the way you are, you are perfect in my eyes beautiful – and your prayers are awesome!
Thank you for your kind words Diana.
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Sometimes when you’re going to pass out in bed is the only chance you get to do things like that though
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That is true TA.
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Great post. I wonder how many of us are in the same boat? *sheepishly raises hand* It used to be such an automatic thing too, when I was younger, and then it just seemed to fade out of habit. No excuse is good enough for that. I will try harder…
I was like that too dj.
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I’m with colonialist, an ongoing conversation with God in which I give random thanks a hundred plus times a day.
I agree as well, that is the best way I think.
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Love that you chose prayer for this challenge, Esperanza. You might want to think of your blogging as prayer because you are creating and sharing in a way that would make God smile. {{{Hugs]}} Kozo
Thank you so much Kozo, that is such a nice thought.
I can’t imagine that a god who is worthy of you would stand on formality…
You are so right, El. Thank you.
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I’m with ya on the prayer thing. I need to do it more.
It is something we forget at times.
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I have decided that prayer doesn’t have to be a formal, getting down on your knees, type of thing. I consider it prayer when I look up and thank God in my head for the day or any such small conversation like that. As said above, “Don’t take it too seriously we all have those moments.”
I used to have these ongoing conversations with God too, Scott. I need to get back to that place again.
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Everyone said it best – He hears whenever you call His name. I speak to God on the way to work, in the quiet of my sewing room and even when I take a shower! Hugs!
That is the best way…
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I should be writing an article that’s due tomorrow, but instead I am reading blogs. As for prayer, I just don’t know. I do it sometimes. I wish I could have the blind faith I had when I was a little kid.
I also used to have that blind faith…
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Prayer is magical. I pray before I get out of bed in the morning, I thank God for the wonderful day ahead of me. I pray for my friends who don’t pray or forget to for the things that they need help with in their lives. I pray during the day if something requires it. You can always plug in, wherever you are, it is a life changing habit. Nothing happens if you don’t remember to ask for it and no prayer goes unanswered. It may not always be the answer you want but it is always the right answer. xoxo
Thank you for your lovely and very true comment, art.
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I agree with Dinxie doll.
Life is difficult enough without laying guilt on yourself. Hugs to you, Hopestar.
You are right about that ad.
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It is my honor to have nominated you for the Liebster Award – you can find the award by going to: http://thoughtsfromanamericanwoman.wordpress.com/2013/02/13/liebster-award/
Thank you for the award I really appreciate it.
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I am like bulldog and Col. I talk to Him all the time and I seldom ask for myself, mostly for others. For myself I say ‘Thy will be done’. Remember God loves us, Hope. He knows better than we do what we need.
I my heart of hearts I know that to be so, adee.
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I know what you mean.. Sometimes I feel guilty too for not praying and thanking enough .. Such honest lines!
Thank you muZer.
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Ditto!
This post struck a chord with so many bloggers including myself. My prayer life is non-existent except for saying grace. It bothers me too but it takes discipline to get back on track and of late there have been so many distractions. I find it so difficult to still my mind and shut out all the other thoughts and focus on prayer alone.
Yes, I do understand optie.
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Very nice picture
Thanks
Not mine though.
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Thanks
I need to do this more myself.
We all seem to feel that way.
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