Inspire Me Monday – Week 112

Inspire Me Monday

Welcome to Inspire Me Monday
A place to share your creative inspirations
Sharpen your creative vision and
Showcase your creative talents!

I invite you to inspire others and
Nurture your creative spirit by
Joining our Creative Blog Hop!

To participate, simply join my creative community and
Follow the guidelines at the end of this post!

What’s Inspiring You This Week?
Here’s What’s Inspiring Me…

Inspiration From God’s Word – Lessons In Faith
Now faith is the substance of things hoped for,
The evidence of things not seen.
Hebrews 11:1

Faith TestedArt By: Patsy at Heartworks

A Humble Prayer Request – From My Family To Yours

Several weeks ago, my sister-in-law was rushed to the hospital
Where she began a fight for her life.

She didn’t know it at the time though.
Shortly upon entering the ICU ward,
She went into a coma, which lasted for more than a week.

The doctors had a lot of theories about what might be happening
But no real answers to the nature or cause of her condition.
The outlook was grim.
They told us to brace for the worst.

At that time, words I heard during my quiet time gently came to mind:

Prayer can accomplish what people cannot.

And so, I asked those closest to me to pray.
They did and a miracle occurred.
To the doctors amazement – she survived –
Though at great cost.
Because of clotting, she lost her arm in the process.

This week, we received more bad news.
The new doctor on her case told us she may never walk again.
He also wants her transferred from the safe confines of the hospital
(Where her previous doctors said she needed to stay long-term)
To a long-term rehab facility which we have great concerns about.

In moments like these, our faith is tested.
In moments like these, we must ask ourselves:

Do we truly walk by faith or by sight?

And so, dear friends, I implore you –
If you are among my faith-filled friends in this community:

Please pray for my sister-in-law’s safety and continued healing.
Please pray that she is able to walk and care for herself again.
Please pray for wisdom on her doctor’s part in treating her.
Please pray that we are able to place her in a safe facility when the time comes.

Thank you for your support!

Isaiah 4110Devotional By: Marissa – Rays Of Grace And Joy

Please Send Your Love To Our Friends & Their Families

Patsy and Peggy's Mom

The Inspire Me Monday Community would like to extend our
Love, prayers and condolences to Patsy and Peggy on the
Loss and home-going of their beloved mother on February 15.

Judy Haughton-James

We’d also like to say good-bye and celebrate the life of our
Dear friend Judy Haughton-James, who has gone to heaven to
Be reunited with her beloved twin sister Janine.

Friendship Friday – From A To Z – The Letter G

Friendship Friday at Create With Joy

This week at Friendship Friday,
Our Journey Through The Alphabet continues
As we Face the Letter G!
G is for Gratitude and the Gift of Good Girl friends!
This week, it would be Great if you would
Join us for some Good old fashioned fun at our
Week-long Friendship Friday Party!

Song Of The Week – Great Is His Faithfulness

This week, Marie at Music Moves Me shared that
I am their Spotlight Dancer in a week filled with Inspirational songs!

Because of my focus on faith this week,
I had already chosen this beautiful version of
Great Is His Faithfulness for my song.

I hope you enjoy it – and, if you’d like to hear a second pick,
Hop over to Friendship Friday for a dance-inspired pick!

Special Event – #RecipesForMoments Pet Blog Hop & Giveaway

1st Moments With Magellan

This week I am participating in a special event called the
#RecipesForMoments Blog Hop and I’d like to invite you to join us!
Write a story describing the special bond between you and your pet –
Include a few photos – and link up!
You could be 1 of 5 lucky US winners to receive a special prize!
The stories I’ve read are incredibly heartwarming.
Even if you don’t have a story to share,
I’d love it if you’d stop by and read about the
Special bond that Magellan and I share!

See you on February 24th!

A New Book Giveaway – 3 Copies Worldwide!

Chicken Soup for the Soul - The Dating Game

Now for something fun!
Chicken Soup has released a new book called The Dating Game!
It’s full of fun stories about every aspect of love imaginable!
Stop by to check out my review and enter our giveaway!
It’s a fun read, no matter what state of love you are currently in!

Highlights From Inspire Me Monday – Week 110

Following are a few highlights from last week’s party:

Jenny – Create A Fabric Notebook

Fabric Notebook

Jenn – Chewy Chocolate Chip Kit Kat Cookies

Kit Kat Cookies With Chocolate Chips

Julie – DIY Silhouette Wall Art

DIY Silhouette Wall Art

Shey – Faker Pecan Shortbread

Faker Pecan Shortbread

Lydia – Empanadas

Empanadas

Talent is timeless.
For more fabulous features,
Visit my creative friends at
Inspire Me Monday – Week 111!

Inspire Me Monday #112 – Week Of February 24, 2014

Inspire Me Monday

I like the idea of Inspiration Monday.
Monday’s often get the short end of the stick
But they are fraught with potential!
Judy Palmer

Now it’s time to share your inspirations! You can participate in Inspire Me Monday in the following ways:

1) Share “What’s Inspiring You” by creating your own Inspire Me Monday post! You can include any creative challenges you’ve discovered – any books or quotes you love – any bloggers who have inspired you – anything that has inspired you and will inspire us too!

2) Share your creative projects with us! You’re welcome to link up your Arts & Crafts projects – your Recipes – your DIY, Home Décor and Organizational Ideas – your original Writing, Music & Photography – you get the idea!

3) Visit the participants – share some comment love – let them know what’s inspired you!

When you link up, be sure to include the Inspire Me Monday button and a link back to this post on all of your entries so that your readers can join the fun! The blog code is on the side bar if you need it!

Be sure to link directly to your Inspire Me Monday Posts and Creations using the permalink to the individual posts – not your blog’s home page URL – so that participants can easily find and comment on your creations!

The party will remain open all week so have fun sharing – inspire me with your comments – and please, use the social media buttons below the post to spread the word!

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  1. Kottage Kreations says:

    Please accept my thought and prayers for your sister-in-law and family. I’m so very sorry to have read this awful news. I had a customer ask me to make a ring for her. It reads “I will follow you into the dark”. I think this means, God is always with you even into the darkest times? I’m not a person of faith who attends church, but I pray when ever I just need to talk to him. I will say a few words for you and your family!

    • Create With Joy
      Twitter: CreateWithJoy1
      says:

      Thank you so much for your prayers and your note!
      I love the sentiment on that ring.
      Not every person who attends church is necessarily a person of faith, and
      Many people who don’t attend church have a thriving relationship with the Lord.
      Your prayers are greatly appreciated!

  2. Taking the time to pray for your sister-in-law…God is able to bring peace and comfort and answer these prayers for your family! ♥

  3. XmasDolly
    Twitter: Xmasdolly
    says:

    CONGRATS on being our Spotlight Dancer this week. What a beautiful song to be inspired by. I’ve never heard it before, but it sure warmed my heart for sure. Thanks so very much for sharing. HUGS

    • Create With Joy
      Twitter: CreateWithJoy1
      says:

      Thanks Marie for selecting me as your Spotlight Dancer this week!
      I’m glad you enjoyed my inspirational song!
      I also have a song on Friendship Friday that you might enjoy as well if you have a moment to stop by!

  4. Rorybore says:

    That is a perfectly inspiring song. great choice for this week.

    • Create With Joy
      Twitter: CreateWithJoy1
      says:

      Thanks – I’m glad you enjoyed the song!
      I see you’ve also written about Faith on your blog.
      There were SO many faith-inspired posts at last week’s party – truly, one of the most inspiring weeks we’ve had!

  5. lydiaf says:

    Thank you so much for featuring my tuna empanadas. My thoughts and prayers are with your family and Judy H’s. I’m gratified to know that a group of people who have never met in the flesh can lift one another up via this marvelous thing called the internet.

    • Create With Joy
      Twitter: CreateWithJoy1
      says:

      You’re so welcome Lydia! Not only do they look delicious, I chose them especially because I think my husband will love them!

      I appreciate your thoughts and prayers. It’s been an incredibly stressful time for us, and yet, we are uplifted daily by God’s power, grace and mercy.

  6. Thanks for hosting, Ramona. Have a great week.

  7. Poppy says:

    Hi Ramona,

    So sorry to hear about your sister-in-law; sending positive thoughts and prayers her way.

    Thanks for hosting and wishing you the best this week.

    Poppy

  8. Jay @craftyspices
    Twitter: CraftySpices
    says:

    My heart goes out to you and your family, your sister-in-law is and will continue to be in our prayers, we all are tested in many ways, but keep your faith and keep praying, and the Lord will guide you and your family.

    • Create With Joy
      Twitter: CreateWithJoy1
      says:

      Thank you so much Jay.
      I have definitely felt God’s presence during this time.
      Sometimes you really do have to trust in the Lord and lean not on your own understanding.
      Have a wonderful week!

  9. momstheword
    Twitter: momsthewordfun
    says:

    I will pray for your sister-in-law. It’s always scary when they change doctors and the doctor totally goes against what the previous doctors said. But we know that God is in control and can totally trust Him for wisdom. I will pray for wisdom and direction for the doctors and for healing and for peace for all of you too.

    I’m sorry for the loss of your friend too. You’ve had a rough week! Thanks for hosting today and praying you have a better week!

    • Create With Joy
      Twitter: CreateWithJoy1
      says:

      Thank you so much for your prayers and comfort.
      I don’t normally share personal stuff like this on my blog but tonight I felt prompted too so perhaps she is in need of extra prayer right now.
      I know God is in control and and doing my best to trust in Him – no matter what the outcome – because He knows the end from the beginning and I do not.

  10. http://curiousasacathy.blogspot.com/2014/02/music-that-inspires.html says:

    We’re delighted to have you as our Spotlight Dancer this week, Joy! My heart is troubled by the news you shared regarding your SIL, but rest assured God hand is upon His own. I pray that the bleak prognosis the doctor painted will not come to pass and that through her God shows everyone the boundlessness of His power. I am trusting in God to guide your SIL’s physicians and caregivers, to place assurance in your family’s hearts that He is in control, and for with whatever the final outcome will be. God brought your SIL this far for a reason, I can’t help, but think there is something miraculous in store. Your music selection this morning is beautifully fitting for your request of prayer. May God’s loving arms surround you & yours, my friend!

  11. stevebethere
    Twitter: bethere2day
    says:

    What a nice post and song

    My thoughts are with you for your sister-in-law and things get better for her.

    RIP Judy Haughton-James.

  12. Lovely inspire, Ramona!
    Thanks for this amazing blog party.
    Have a good start! xoxo, Wieczora (◔‿◔)

  13. Awesome fun party with some yummy features 🙂 Thanks for hosting!

  14. Linda B says:

    My prayers are with your family.

    Thanks for hosting.

  15. Paula J says:

    Happy Monday!! Thanks for hosting :))

  16. “Great is Thy Faithfulness”..How wonderful a hymn. Very touching poetic words, as well.
    Happy Monday!

  17. Melissa @ My Recent Favorite Books
    Twitter: RecentBooks
    says:

    Im sending prayers for your Sister-in-Law, and your entire Family!
    I will also pray for wisdom and direction for her Doctors.

    Thanks for hosting your party this week.

  18. ARod says:

    thanks so much for hosting have a fabulous week

  19. Thoughts and prayers for your family — as you will see from my post, we lost a loved one recently also. Thanks for the great features & for hosting & God bless,
    Laurie

  20. Crystelle says:

    Praying for you and your family and sis in law….

    xx Crystelle
    Crystelle Boutique

  21. Tanya @ Mom's Small Victories
    Twitter: momsvictories
    says:

    Thanks for hosting. I pinned some delicious looking paella recipes and kit kat cookies?…yes, please! I hope you will stop by my Small Victories Sunday linky again this week and link up 3 of your favorite posts!

    http://momssmallvictories.com/small-victories-sunday-linky-8-bust-good-mother-myth/

  22. Danielle Royalegacy
    Twitter: Royalegacy
    says:

    Congrats on being the Spotlight Dancer for this week’s 4M hop! I loved your inspirational song, and your tribute to Judy. She is someone I truly miss.

  23. I will keep your SIL in prayers.
    That is a beautiful song.
    Thanks for sharing.

  24. Dear Create With Joy,
    I am so sorry for the pain and loss of so many dear friends. I am praying for your sister-in-law. Sending a warm hug to you.

  25. Donna says:

    Praying for your sister-in-law – that the doctor’s will be provided with compassion and wisdom; that she will find healing and grace; and that she will be encouraged of God’s presence during this difficult time.
    So sorry to hear of the loss of Judy. She always had a kind and thoughtful word for everyone. She will be missed.

  26. Haupi Justice says:

    Beautiful prayers and song. Congrats on being the Spotlight Dancer of the Week! Woo hoo.

  27. Hazel Moon says:

    Thank you for sharing with us here at “Tell Me a Story.” Jesus is there with your sister-in-law and is holding her in his arms. No matter your concern, she is in safe hands with our Lord.

  28. Thanks for hosting and enjoy your week!

  29. Judy says:

    Praying for your Family. Judy will be missed.

  30. I’m a couple of days late, but here I am. Blessings!

  31. Nina
    Twitter: mamastreasures
    says:

    Hi there – I know it’s already Thursday and I missed the link up here on Monday this week, but I wanted to stop by and see you for a minute. Hope you are having a good week, my friend! Should be back in touch with the hops next week. Looking forward to connecting again soon, Nina

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