Failed

I failed the 5 day writing challenge. So much going on, I just forget to write. As I took some time to reflect this morning, (which I rarely get a chance to do) I realized that New York really is "faster" than South Carolina. I can't even really say how. All I can say is it is. Even on a day where there is nothing to do, (which is a lot of days since I only work on weekends) there is a lot going on. So as far as me trying to write...I'm use to having moments of quiet time, time to reflect etc. I know I can get that here, but currently, I'm playing catch up. I'm just trying to catch up and then get ahead.

Post #1 of 5 Day Writing Challenge...

Not having a job can be exausting! I'm not the type of person that sleeps all day. I don't watch a lot of tv. So how do you get through the day?
Well, I went outside and read something inspirational to keep my spirits up, then I walked to the library and started reading a biography about comedian Flip Wilson . I looked for jobs, did a little networking, and now I'm blogging.

5 Day Writing Challenge...

So, blogging, is not hard, but it can be a hard thing to keep up. So I challenge myself to a 5 Day Writing Challeng. What that basically means is that I have to write a post for 5 days in a row. So does this count? Post #1...Just kidding. This won't count as my first writing, but before I do my first post, I just want to write out reasons why it's difficult to keep up with a blog.

#1- No computer
#2- Lack of ideas
#3- No time
#4- Scared my writing won't be good
#5- Being too focused on the layout

Ok, well now the excuses are out the way...let me get started:-)

Adventures in NY

I've been I'm New York for over a month. Wow, I can't believe it. My money is low, but all my basic needs and sometimes more are met. So far I've taken an improv class, I went to the love & hip hop taping, and I was part of the live audience of MTV's Sarah & Nikki show. Different people, friends and/or family have taken me out to eat. Some days I'll have more than one person offering. I think my favorite place so far has been this place called Dinosaurs in Harlem. The macaroni was delicious! So I'm thankful for everything. Everything has not been perfect, but I only want to dwell on the good stuff. I'm still waiting to begin my career, so I'm trying my best to remain positive.

It's My Birthday!!! 8-11-13

It's official. I'm 26 years old. I'm living in New York.

Staying Positive

When taking a leap of faith things don't always immediately fall in place. I've been here a little over 3 weeks now. A lot of good things have happened, but my jobless situation is still the same. For some reason it's easier to think about everything that's not right, so I have to take control of my mind and be thankful for everything that is right.
1) I'm in New York
2) I've met some very helpful great people 3) I'm getting to know my extended family better, and there is so much more. I know this whole process is going to make me a better person.

Taking the City All In

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I Can't Sleep!!!

I'm in New York! What have I done so far? Applied for jobs. Lots of jobs. Yesterday, from 1:00-6:00 I applied for more jobs. I fell asleep around 11pm, woke up a little after 3am and applied for more jobs. I'm still up, it's 5:45am! However, I'm not complaining. I have like this crazy, energetic drive right now, so I'm trying to take full advantage of it before I crash.

 

Switch gears.

 

Thursday, my cousins and I went to this little spot in Long Island to see a comedy show. It was like, us and three other people, not including the workers. Anyways, I used to joke around with friends and family and say I'm just going to be a comedian. So, I thought to myself, "hmm, this is a small crowd, no one knows me, I can actually do this." I talk to the guys at the spot and they told me, whenever I'm ready just let them know. They won't actually start the comedy shows until August, which is plenty of time for me to come up with something. Crazy, right? Well, fast forward, back to today. I'm up and I turn to MTV Girl Code. I google one of the comedians...she took classes right here in New York and she's actually performing here tonight. But I didn't just stop there I googled FREE improv classes in NYC, and there's one today from 3-5pm! WINNING!!! So of course I signed up, I got my confirmation, and now I just have to make sure I don't get sleepy when it's time to go. So on that note, I'm going to try and take a nap.

 

*Happy Reading*

My Shoes

So I wrote a really good response to this video...um...but my computer shutdown...and it wasn't saved. It was insightful and long, really long. I had a lot to write on this video. So much that I'm not even going to try to write it over. Nonetheless, this is a great video...you can write your own response to this. :-)

*Happy Viewing*

Vision

Inspirational Clip from Lisa Osteen Comes on developing a Vision for your life.

My Vision

 

My hope is in the Lord. My Father will make a way for me to excel in New York. He will do exceedingly and abundantly above all that I can ask or think on this new journey. God is my refuge and fortress in whom I trust. He will provide me with a safe, loving, and comfortable place to stay because He said He will meet my every need according to His riches and glory in Christ Jesus. I am a child of God and my Father has declared that I am the head and not the tail. I am above only and not beneath. I am the lender and not the borrower. All I owe is love. My Father has given me a spirit of power, love, and a sound mind. I delight myself in Him, so He gives me the desires of my heart. Blessings chase me down. God is doing a new thing in me and I perceive it. Eyes have not seen, and ears have not heard the things God has prepared for me. My God is not a man where He shall lie and He promises to make me prosperous and give me hope and a future. He watches over His word and He promises that it will not return void.

"Thank you Lord! I believe!

 

 

 

Scripture References:

 

Psalm 25

Isaiah 43:16-19

Ephesians 3:20

Philippians 4:19
Deuteronomy 28:13
Romans 13:8
2 Timothy 1:7
Psalm 37:4
Proverbs 13:21
1 Corinthians 2:9
Numbers 23:19
Jeremiah 29:11
Isaiah 55:11





Challenges

     The heat, no Microsoft Word on the laptop, and my car have been some challenges for me. My first full day here... I didn't want those things to stop me, but after almost passing out from heat exhaustion on the subway and everyone telling me they only accept online applications, I felt defeated. But I must remind myself that God says I'm more than a conqueror.

         My name is not the easiest to pronounce, so I unintentionally crippled myself saying I have no chance because my name is "too ghetto". "No one will hire me based on my name." Well that's a lie, that I've entertained too long. I have to pray that negative thinking out my head and believe that if God is for me than who shall be against me. It doesn't matter what my name is, I have the favor of God all over me. I'll get the job and Jesus will get the glory. I'm trusting that God will make a way like he says in Isaiah 43:19,"I'll make a way in the wilderness and rivers in the desert."

         People tell me the hardest part was me coming up here, and I've done that, well done. But the hardest part for me seems to be the wait, when it seems like nothing is happening. "I have to just trust and believe in You. Through You I can do all things. Nothing is impossible." Over the past week I've felt myself become anxious and overwhelmed. I've even questioned my decision to move here. But it's nothing but the enemy trying to hold me back. Today I spent some real QT time with the Lord, and I was given peace and reassurance. I spoke to my dad and brother and they encouraged me. I listened to a live streaming of Thomasville COGIC with Elder Allen and that was refreshing. "The only way I'll survive this is with you Lord." I need God. Since I've been up here, I've read a little here and there. I've had quick prayers in between this & that, but no, that's not good enough. I have to really spend time with God because He's the director of my steps and without Him I'm lost, confused, and overwhelmed. In the Book of Proverbs,Solomon says Wisdom is more precious than gold. We should seek it, search for it like treasure, and ask God for it. I need it, and I want to recognize and value it for what it's worth. That's my prayer!

#Thankful Day 1

My God has given me The Spirit of Power, Love, and a Sound Mind. The same Spirit that raised Jesus Christ from the dead lives in me. I can do all things through Christ who strengthen me & nothing is impossible in His Holy Name. I'm thankful that the Lord has provided me with a safe & comfortable place to stay. The enemy tried to plant a negative seed in my mind and had me thinking I'd have to ride the subway throughout the night, maybe stay in a shelter. I had to pray those negative thoughts away and I prayed that I could just have a place to drop my bags off and sleep at night. Not only did I get that, but my Aunt picked me up from the airport and bought me dinner. Despite the heat wave, I slept great, and I'm thankful.

Purpose

The purpose of this blog "Some Rocks and a Slingshot" is to share my experience on a new journey in life. Recently, I moved from South Carolina to New York. My journey is not simply a move from one city to another, it's a journey to a deeper level of faith and relationship with Christ. I left a secure job with benefits, my home, family, and friends, to a city with no job, no place to call my own, and no money saved. I named this blog "Some Rocks and a Slingshot" referencing the story of David and Goliath (1 Samuel 17). Like David I have very little, but God came through for David and allowed him to defeat Goliath. Well, trying to be successful in New York for me is like a Goliath. It's a giant move, and may seem like an impossible task, but I know and believe that with God all things are possible. So this blog will simply be a document of this journey and a testimony of what God is doing in my life. I want to share the good, the bad, the highs and the lows. I've been blessed by the many blogs I read online, so hopefully my blogs will bless or inspire you all to take a risks and always, always trust in the Lord.