MEN, WOMEN & CHILDREN - My Son Respects ME!

Hello, Dear Readers!

Missed me?

How is your summer going? I hope it is well.

Mine has been busy and has caused for alto for adjusting.

But things are GRAND! Life is good!

I have something new to share with you all. It's about time right? I know.

THIS STATEMENT I POSTED ON FACEBOOK A DAY OR SO AGO, has actually inspired a whole lot of dialogue. I hope you get a chance to read this"

My son said, "Mom I respect U as a person & as a mother. People R as strong as their weaknesses. U operate in strength. I say this in love... truthfully, U scare the hell out of me! A little bit like I'm scared of God. He loves me & U love me... I still remember when I said something (bad) 2 U & was walking out of the apt., U pulled me back, grabbed me, hulking me & put me in a headlock until I listened." :)

That's right, a healthy fear!

A fear bred out of knowing you are loved, cared for, provided for, nurtured, listened to and forgiven. Causing one to recognize and respect authority and the law. Encouraging strength, sharing wisdom and knowledge to arm ones self with so that they may have, seek and seize better opportunities to grow, live a successful, purposed life! Building hope that the child or person may move to a high standard of living, based on morals and integrity and provide guidance to hopefully carry them through this life as safely as possible! Understanding, the fear I speak of is the kind of fear that comes out of a genuine love that comes to prosper and not to harm. A love that promises to give hope and a future. Amen?

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NEW DIALOGUE

I knew the dreaded day would come, when my sweet teenage son would want to assert himself in independence and I would have to muster the courage and stamina to rise to the occasion to make sure it didn't get out of hand with disrespect of me, my house and himself.

This included laying down and upholding the law, of voicing your thoughts and opinions, but no rudeness, back talking, hanging out in the streets with the bad crowds, making babies you are not prepared to take care of, having girls in his room AT MY HOUSE, coming home all times of night, having a know it all smart mouth, telling me what to do (like he's my Dad,) sort of thing. This is the the time in a boys life that "old school" calls, "when a boy starts to smell himself". Puberty has struck and hormones start to influence the the mouth and actions.

A single mother, without ANY STEADY, right help from a loving male... I was left to raise a boy to be a man, on my own. Like many of you! he's 20 now, but I knew the day would come when my then, teenage son would want to assert himself and end up being disrespectful. It was VERY TOUGH! I realized, I couldn't answer every question he had concerning being a male, what he would go through as his body and mind changed, why he had to pee while he stood and why I had to sit. (He asked me the when he was 4 or 5). I realized I had to come form a different angle, if I wanted to be a proactive parent to him as I was the only one he had! I had to figure things out in order to do a fairly decent job of being a mother. Believe me, it was quite a struggle as I dint' have mother I could take ALL knowledge from to help me figure out how to do that!

I realized I COULD NOT TEACH HIM how to be a man, per say, but I realized I COULD and DID TEACH HIM how to properly treat women, and other human beings, how to say NO TO DRUGS, CRIME AND PEER PRESSURE and why that is important. I could teach him that HE IS BEAUTIFUL, special in confidence, not arrogance and that he is ALREADY SOMEBODY!

I could and did teach my male child how A True GENTLEMAN

TREATS WOMEN. That such a man, does not take sex from a woman. He does not seek to dominate a woman, but to accept her for her own distinctive beauty, gifts, talents, and personality. My son KNOWS there is MUCH MORE to a woman than just her outer exterior. He's had the fortune and misfortune of watching me!

He knows not that women are not play things, The pain he may cause by dragging her self esteem, her heart, and reputation through the mud.He understands that REAL MEN do NOT beat, humiliate or destroy ANY WOMAN women or the weak for sport. He's watched certain males in the family and the continuos deep trouble they have caused by their mistreatment of their families and mates!He understands that REAL MEN, take care of those they love! Taking care of their children even if they are not living in the same home!My son understands the pain of abandonment by a parent. He had vowed not to repeat it!

My son knows from my abusive treatment as a child and youth, that brothers protect their sisters and not harm them! I've taught him that a true gentleman and mature adult male, DOES NOT brag or tell "his boys" about the intimate relationship details of his personal life with his girlfriend or wife. I've also taught him NOT TO LET females drag him down, manipulate him or abuse him in any way! I've told him how WE females can be as well!

My son and I, have spoke many times over the years, a mans place in his household and in the world. While it is true that I could not teach my son to be a man, from a man's point of view, I've done my best other wise!

At least my son understands the value of respecting human life, authority and the law. I could and did teach him how to be a decent, respectable, God fearing, intelligent, productive, loving and compassionate human being. I realized I could pass on my strength, wisdom through LIFE LESSONS lessons opening his eyes, HAVING NO USE FOR ROSE COLORED GLASSES, but to see things as they are really happening, to be knowing, vocal and courageous. I leaned to appreciate the gift of communication with my son. AND TO KEEP THE LINES OF COMMUNICATION OPEN, even when my son tells me something I really don't want to hear! See, if I value him, then I value his thoughts!

I've given my son and opened my son up to knowledge to cause him to be a responsible, person. He knows how to grocery shop (wisely), pay bills, by having him go get the money orders, and pay the landlord, send to DTE etc. He knows about saving money. He's learned how to dress appropriately and speak to people in business, to get his point across and not be cussing, using alot of slang or being belligerent! He's learned how not to let those same people mistreat him as a customer and human being. I've taught him how to apply for jobs, speak to potential employers, how to conduct himself in an interview and on the job. How to interview the potential employer! After all, employment, is both give and take!

TALK TO YA AGAIN SOON!

Meetta

TeEn SpEaK - FIND YOUR VOICE!, 1 of 2

TEEN SPEAK,

Is where I write about what concerns young people and what concerns adults about young people! This includes character building traits, self-esteem issues, peer pressure, loneliness, shyness...you name it!

Young People,

Yo! What's up? How you been? What's happening? What up doe? How's it going?

How you doing? Heyyyy!

.....Did I cover all the latest greetings?

If I left any popular greetings out, feel free to let me know. I will surely use it in my next greeting to you. Understand, your response to this column is very important, as it is dedicated to you. So, I want to create an environment in it, that you can feel comfortable.

My TEEN SPEAK, column is dedicated to you because I strongly and very passionately believe that young people should be given as much encouragement to find and lift their voice to be heard as much as possible! As much as possible! In spite of the outdated saying that "children should be seen and not heard." Because of the growing evil against children, children can't afford to be silent!" And I have my personal reasons for believing so strongly in that.

See, I was a Foster kid, made that way when the court took me out of my home at 15 years old as a rescue mission. The home they took me out of, my family home, was an abusive one. One where on my own, I could not escape. Though during those years prior to my rescue, I tried to tell others of my situation despite threats from my abusers, who were in turn were my mother and 3 out of 4 of my brothers. Despite the fact that I went to teachers, my Grandmother, friends, who tried to tell their parents...no one really listened. Many adults didn't want to get involved, not even my own Aunts and uncles!

Somebody! A neighbor, a teacher, Relatives... they had to know my mother, their sister, daughter, neighbor, had horrible, overwhelming issues! I knew, at least, for my relatives to be true, because as a child, I heard them talking. When I would visit my grandmother's and my Aunts homes, I would hear them talking about my mother. As an adult, some of them have told me things they knew was wrong! Maybe they didn't know the full story, but they knew something wasn't quite right with. I was told that they had their own children and they didn't want to get involved in our stuff. Some said they really didn't know how deep it went, that they just heard rumors throughout the family. I'm like, "didn't you pay attention to my tears when you would take me back to her! I fought to not get out of the car! I remember calling my Grandmother crying to send someone to come get me. I was hungry and tired. Are you kidding me?"

Didn't they know my brothers were running wild? One was in and out of juvenile and jail. One got hooked on drugs as a teen and still struggles. One has never really left my mothers side and still lives with her at 44 years of age, in part because he's really not in good health. My older brother lives out of town with his wife. They are happy, but even he and I remain disconnected because he supports my mother out of loyalty that I believe is deeply rooted in pity, even to this day! He often lets his regard for her be the basis of his views of me, which is not a good thing. He felt that I should have just kept my mouth shut and focus on our mothers pain, instead of my own. See, trying to silence the voice that I had been given. Anywayyyyy!

Young people, let this be a lesson to you, FIND YOUR VOICE!

And NEVER let anyone take it from you!

My immediate family is the reason why I have tried to do right by my son, who is now 20. Though I am my mother's daughter, I am not like my mother. It was from watching and suffering her that I decided what kind of woman I was and was not going to become. It is also greatly because of my brothers, my mothers sons, that I look out for my son like I do!

I give my son what he and I call, "Life Lessons".

It's wisdom, Knowledge and common sense tips with which to arm himself with and spend a whole lot of time communicating with him as much as I do! I have taught him to use his voice. Especially the one that comes through his mouth! Speak up! Speak up when you have thoughts to share. Don't quench them! Especially when you feel wronged! You don't owe anybody your pain. You don't owe anybody THAT, I tell him!

So you young people can get a full understanding of my what lead to find my voice,

I will tell you a bit more of my journey. In Foster Care they had to help me through a bevy of problems. One of which was my education, of course.

In Jr. High I was sent to the school social worker because I was doing so poorly.

I went from an A & B student to a F student in just a few short months. I was the spelling B champ and kept throwing matches. And my teacher knew I enjoyed learning and taking part in those spelling bees!

It was tough being my mothers child. For years, I felt I was being punished for something that I could never understand. She just took herself away from me. Being the only girl in the family, that was hard to deal with! There was no one healthy for me to relate to in my household. My mother wasn't doing my hair. My mom used to send me to the beautician, but she stopped. One time her and her boyfriend tried to perm my hair and ruined it. She sent me to school like that anyway. It was terrible!

It was so bad the teachers took notice and sent me to the office to try and help. You couldn't get a rake through that! My aunt saw me walking to school one morning, (as she lived in the same neighborhood) and brought me into her home to try and make something of it. She did my hair the best she could. It was so thick and tight! Ugh!!

With some clothes in a big black garbage bag, I later "ran away" to my Aunt's house, but she sent me back the next morning. I gave up after that point. I wanted somebody to pay attention! I wanted the people who had the power to do something, to look and see, come to my house, but they weren't listening.

I failed the 7th grade twice, on purpose! It was so bad that I remember the principle and the school Social Worker (Mrs. Jones) working frantically on how to save me from myself. They kept telling me at the end of the school year, to just come to class on exam day. When I got there, they instructed me to just put my name on the paper and they would pass me. NOPE! I REFUSED.

I still hadn't gotten the real saving that I needed!

*(Please don't do this to yourselves young people. I am not trying to encourage you in self-destructive behaviour. I am only illustrating my pain for the sake of taking you on my journey of how I found my voice and how I followed it as a pathway up and out! Other wise, I wouldn't have included this. OK?) M.

Part II is directly following part I.

So stay tuned and FIND YOUR VOICE!

Meetta

Men, Women & Children - "HE GIVES US BOYS"

WELCOME BACK, DEAR READER!

Many of you may already know from past articles, that in this column I speak on any subject that covers individual issues of Men, Women and Children. But I also cover family issues as well. In today's Men, Women, and Children column, I want to do something special. TODAY, I AM CELEBRATING! I am celebrating SONS!

I am a single mother and I have been blessed to raise a beautiful, creative, intelligent, friendly, well spoken, healthy, Christ loving Son. My son is my only child. When he was born, I really didn't understand that it was going to be just he and I and what that all meant. I had no idea how to handle something like that and it could have turned out much more terrible than it did! We had a VERY HARD TIME trying to make it, that little baby and me! "Family" turned on us! The Dad turned out to be (unbeknownst to me beforehand) an incredible verbal and emotional abusive, self-centered person. On our journey, my son and I both, were abused by Christians and non-Christians alike, People we knew and people we didn't know! On the other hand, we were also helped by Christians and Non-Christians, People we knew and people we didn't know! God is so WONDERFUL! He touched and softened many, many hearts. He blessed with finances, shelter and protected us. Those hurts that did come, he kept me and my little boy protected enough (now almost a man) that those hurts didn't destroy us. Even with all of the mistakes I made, my son at 19, still hugs me a plenty and tells me "Thanks Mom, for loving me and working so hard to teach me. Thanks for not giving up!"

My son, is 19 now and with the blessing of Christ, he's turning 20 in November and will live a long, long prosperous and productive life, doing Gods' will. My son is not perfect in the flesh, but he could have turned out a lot worse! A whole lot worse! My son is a quiet person, that is until he gets to know you! he smiles a lot. He is a giver, a helper. He is kind. He is a bit of an introvert. He is goal oriented. He has plans for his future. Sure he has his "lazy"moments like most teenagers, but I am praying to Christ that he will outgrow that! He can also be a very big pain in the butt, but aren't most teenagers at some point? But hey! Overall, my son is also a very likable person!

Maybe just like your own child, on a regular basis, even co-workers of mine sincerely ask about him. They constantly ask how he's doing and giving him plenty of well wishes. They hope and believe Good things for my son. The most wonderful thing is when known Christian believers tell me that they are keeping my son up in prayer! One of them "RJ", actually went toe-to- toe with another guy we know, in protecting my son. This happened when on the way to my son's 18th birthday party, the one guy told RJ and two other friends that he actually wanted to "corrupt" my son, initiating him into "manhood". I don't need to tell you people what kind of corruption that man had in mind. What do small minded, un-wise, immoral people men usually do with 18 year old males on their birthday? An "innocent" 18 year male on his birthday... you figure it out!

He spoke of the plans on how he was going to do it and the word is, RJ acted as a Father figure to my son, spoke against this man's plans and "warned this man" about why he should drop his plans over my son! Before you get any ideas Dear Reader, The "good guy" RJ, and I have nothing going on. He being an inspirational, intelligent, young productive man of God, I asked him to come and "Bless my son" on this special day. My son and I were both happy and honored that he did it. RJ and I were conversating just the other day and he mentioned to me just a few days ago (almost 2 years later) that he was honored as well that I asked him! He also said a prayer over the rest of the youth at my son's party, which was like a big, clean, loud family gathering held at the church in 2008. Now that I think on this again, what my friend did for my son, is what "A LOVING FATHER WOULD DO"! Come to think of it, his "real" Dad, was invited and didn't even come! My, My, My! See, God really will give you what you need, right when HE KNOWS you need it! As it is written: "I'll be a Father to the Father-less", thus said thy Lord Thy God.

Even though this column is not one that I designated specifically as a "Christian" teaching column, I find that WISDOM, you can't escape from. And wisdom was present when the earth was formed. So follow me if you will into the "book of wisdom" as I celebrate sons.

Proverbs Chapter 6 verses 20-23.

"My son, keep your father's commands and do not forsake your mothers teaching. Bind them upon your heart forever; fasten them around your neck.

When you walk, they will guide you; When you sleep, they will watch over you;

when you awake, they will speak to you.

For these commands are a lamp, this teaching is a light,

and the corrections of discipline are the way to life."

Devotional

HE GIVES US BOYS

Author: Charles Swindoll

THROUGHOUT history, long before the marines, God has been looking for a few good men: "For the eyes of the Lord range throughout the earth to strengthen those whose hearts are fully committed to him" (2 Chronicles 16:9a)

"I looked for a man among the whole would build up the wall and stand before me in the gap" (Ezekiel 22:30 a)

God, give us men! Give us Noah's, to whom you can trust your mighty plans;

Give us Abraham's, who are willing to leave home and homeland to follow your call;

Give us Josephs, who would rather endure prison than violate one of your commands;

Give us Moses-es, who are willing to stand as your mouthpiece against the most powerful leaders in all the world;

Give us Daniels, who would rather face a lions den than compromise their faith;

God, give us men!

However, the reality is that God does not give us men-he gives us boys. To us, as parents, he gives the task of forging these boys into men. To help equip us for that task, God has provided the book of Proverbs, which is largely the advice of a father to his son...Our children are our legacy. As a parent, are you taking that thought seriously?" Amen! I agree with you Mr. Swindoll.

If there is a son in your life, Celebrate him today!

Thanks for Reading, Ms. Meetta

Men, Women & Children-She called her daughter a...

SHE, CALLS HER DAUGHTER A B-tch!...

...in conversation with her, TO HER FACE!

Then she wonders why, her daughter has made choices to lowering herself that include being a stripper in local clubs.

Perhaps your own daughter is on drugs or prostituting herself.

Maybe she's just promiscuous and having a bunch of babies.

Maybe she is suffering from low self-esteem in another fashion and being passive in an abusive relationship!

Perhaps she picked the thug life and being violent or something else like choosing to be a lesbian because she is confused about who she is and was meant to be!

Oh! By the way, when you choose an "alternative lifestyle" (being lesbian or

being a homosexual male...YOU ARE REALLY TELLING GOD THAT HE IS WRONG for making you a woman who is supposed to like men or a man who is supposed to gravitate to females,NOT OTHER MEN! In your "freedom" to choose to define YOURSELF, you ALSO have chosen spiritually, to shake your fist at God in anger!

And you wonder why, you are STILL NOT HAPPY and your life is STILL CRAZY, maybe even MORE so!

(Keep reading this column for upcoming articles because in the near future, YOU WILL SEE scripture basis for what I have just written. By the way, you can be mad at me. This is America and I have the right to Freedom of speech. Furthermore, Gods word will fight for itself.

Maybe, just maybe, your daughter has given up on life completely!

She, the mother, even calls the daughter a "B-tch" to other people in conversation, in discussing her daughter! Yeah, the mother may have been frustrated about the daughters choices, but you downgrade your own child to others! How do you think those people see YOU!

Mother, if YOU see her like this, how come you are wondering why she SEES HERSELF like this? You are the mother, calling them like you see 'em? Hmm. Remember, your daughter is the "Fruit of your womb" and "the fruit don't fall far from the tree." If you know anything about nature, you should know that!

Here' s another question! Hopefully, these questions are food for your thoughts.

Mother, why should your daughter think more highly of herself when you don't think highly of her? People have a tendency to be what they are perceived to be, especially children and the weak.

You blame her for her choices.

You say "she is a grown woman!", but you knock her down at the opportunity.

Mother, did you ever ask your daughter why she made the choices she's made? If she answered, when she answered, did you REALLY LISTEN? Or did you just dismiss her answer and then went back to judging her, instead of really loving her?

"Let he who has not sinned, cast the first stone."

Mother I'm wondering something! Could it be that because you were not there for your children, when they needed you most, while they were yet still growing, is that why you dismissed her answer, out of your own hurt or guilt? Perhaps your daughters answer showed you something about yourself! See, you weren't there mother, because of YOUR OWN BAD CHOICES! It wasn't because of natural reasons! YOU CHOSE to do what you did?

You WERE NOT there for your children when they needed YOU most! And now YOU condemn your daughter for making bad choices too! Parents are supposed

"to train up a child in the way that they should go". But you weren't there mother!

YOU WERE NOT THERE!

Yes! Yes, Mother! You've turned your life around and it took a great many years and much MUCH effort on your part. For that, you are to be commended. I hear you saying about "God the Father", but not too long after that, you called your own daughter, who is the fruit of your womb, "A Female DOG!"

THAT is what the word 'B-tch' MEANS!!!

So mother, remember who YOU ARE before you call your daughter anything else besides HER NAME!...

...'Cause,"THE FRUIT

DON'T FALL FAR FROM THE TREE"

I LOVE YOU, MY SISTERS

In Jesus name!

FOR WOMEN ONLY-Sister Girls, last part # 3

ENCOURAGING, INSPIRING, SUPPORTING, BUILDING UP &

STRENGTHENING... THE WOMAN.

The young & the mature woman.

"Women of all ages, races, creeds and cultures...

I HEREBY PRONOUNCE YOU ALL...

MY SISTER GIRLS!

No matter that we are not related.

No matter that we have never met.

We are all united By humanity".

Hello My sisters, Women of the world!

Last weeks article got the attention of someone in another state!

Also, another lady that I know, stopped me and told me that she was very moved by the Sister Girls, poem series. She said especially the conversation that took place between the mother and the daughter (at the end of sister girls, part 2). She said, she and her mother had similar conversations, only her mother didn't turnout to be so understanding and didn't grow to know better! She said she wished that the outcome in the poem, was the outcome in her and her mother's relationship. "To this very day", she said, "my mother still does not see anything wrong with the way my ex treated me, and he beat me! My mother still talks about him like he was an angel. You let that good man get away! He was a good provider", her mother said.

I just stood there looking at the lady. Wow! That was powerful, her letting me in like that and sharing her story with me! I just am thankful that she found her strength, got away, divorced that man and is living safe and free! I also felt very, very grateful that I get to write like I'm moved to write. Like my friend said, "it is for a purpose". (See "Meetta's Readers" column)

I want to thank her for responding. Not to tell her business so, I'll just say, YOU know who you are! I know you are reading this. (She told me that she reads my blog often). I am thankful for that woman. She encourages me. It's not like I'm getting paid to do this!

(Yet!) One can dream and hope. Can't one? (prepare, persist & pursue)

Life... is about the journey, just as much as it is, about the destination.

It is for women like that lady above and myself, that I write. I write from my heart. Freely sharing things that I've experienced, know about, heard about or am just passionate about. I write about what I see, hear, feel and think about. I share these things with you in mind, hoping that it empowers you to live your best life! I hope these words I have written and the words that I have yet to write will motivate you to see yourself in ways bigger than you have ever dreamed!

So, please read and grow! If you appreciate what I write, please share my blog site. Also, feel free to comment at the end of each column that you have feelings about.

This column is meant to stimulate knowledge and growth. Somebody needs to know that she is NOT ALONE. I just trust and hope in Christ Jesus, God The Father and the Holy Spirit, that YOU know it!

Truly, Meetta

"INSPIRATION STATION"

SISTER GIRLS, part 3, The finLLYand closing

a PoEm By: Meetta

SISTER GIRLS!

Help me out with this!...

You have a man and you're living together

(which by the way without marriage is not good to do and NO! Every body is not doing it!)

Hang with me now, I'm pushing on!

Anyhow, you are living together and everything is going good.

You two, are fitting in.

Then, you start to have kids. I mean kid on top of kid!

You find out that your man ain't all that you think he is.

Sister Girl,

What goes through your mind for you to think that it is OK and fine

that your man is all for the making, but he is not interested in

getting a job, bringing home the bacon to help take care of you and all those babies>

You had one job, now you have to get two!

Somebody has got pay the bills.

Your (Sister Girls) family AND friends pitch in

with food and help babysit those kids.

Your situation is hard enough to fathom, but

just for a moment think about this.

Do you think that if you did not have those family and friends pitching in,

that you would have had so many kids?

*Sister Girls, (Family and Friends)...sometimes we mean to help, but what we're really doing is stopping them from helping themselves and we end up encouraging unwanted behavior.)

It's called being an enabler.

Making it possible for the person you are helping to continue to do what they are doing!

You get that don't you?

Still, my sister with man and all those kids,

where does that you leave you?

While you're still thinking...

Without those helpful women helping you,

would you have still been shacking with that unproductive man.

producing the children (and problems) that you both produced?

Sister Girls, these are examples of what we take from the other gender AND put on OURSELVES and OTHER WOMEN!

I hope you know that it is a better way and that you find it.

Take care and think..."YOU BEAUTIFUL BLESSED THINGS"

Beautiful, Blessed Things will be the next "Inspiration station" poetry by Meetta (me)

And Stay Tuned for next weeks article

FOR WOMEN ONLY!, SISTER GIRLS part 2

FOR WOMEN ONLY!-Welcome Back!

Remember, this site is for encouraging, inspiring, supporting, giving comfort to and sharing information with....WOMEN!

The mature and the young.

We left off last week with a poem written by me in the "INSPIRATION STATION" part of this post. So, let's just get right to that. I know some of you are waiting for MORE!

So, hold on to your hearts and lets' get started.

"INSPIRATION STATION"

SISTER GIRLS, Part 2

a Poem By: MEETTA

*From Meetta,

'Women, you are all my Sister girls...no matter your race, creed, or culture..."

"We are all connected by humanity."

...SISTER GIRLS!

There are other ways that we take and heap "stuff" upon each other.

Women, stay with me now, like the wind,

I'm moving on and Like How!

A mother teaching her daughter to do ANYTHING to please her husband!

No matter that the mother knows this man, her son-in-law, time and time again,

has hurt her daughter!

She was taught that a woman's place is in the mans' bed and under his stomping foot!

The daughter sees, so she believes!

Somehow, the daughter, ends up tiring of this abuse and she begins to know that there is another way to go!

She talks to her mother, but it is no use.

Her mother was taught this too! Years ago.

My Dear, Sister Girl...

For your MOTHER and for you, my heart is aching.

Still, the daughter did all what her mother said until...

One day when her husband tried to go upside her head... again!

For NO REASON that can TRULY BE justified.

THAT WAS IT!

She took control, packed her kids and away she went.

NEVER to return to her husband or that kind of man EVER again!

Her mother?

Well...she loves her daughter and commends her new found strength.

She only taught her daughter to go the way that the women in HER LIFE, went.

Finally understanding the pain, grief and the cost of such lessons, the mother released.

She hugged her daughter tightly, apologized between the sobs and tears just rolling from her eyes.

She apologized for the lessons she taught!

Lessons like teaching a woman's true value is less, much less than the woman thought.

Her mother, in that moment herself,

learned that the woman is who God chose

to have life come from.

So, in a very unique and precious way,

the woman is special to God!

The woman is made to give birth to nations AND she is given the knowledge, the wisdom and the courage to nurture them.

Women are made with an amazing capacity to carry HEAVY, HEAVY loads that cause some men to buckle and TURN TO THE WOMAN for HIS renewed strength!

Compassion was compacted into her...the woman!

Strength and elegance was not kept from her.

Intelligence...What the woman knows is really only a fraction of what she REALLY shows!

The woman possesses a quiet strength that can turn into a roaring fire when the time is given.

WHEN THE WOMAN WAILS AND PRAYS... her voice opens up Heaven!

God hears and desires the wailing of women,

he understands the power within them.

HE PUT IT THERE!

For her days of blessings and deliverance, God, himself, bottles up the woman's tears.

He revels in the day when he can release them.

So, WOMEN...

Be encouraged! Stand Strong in wisdom.

Walk through, Run through...

However you got to do...beat back those fears...AND LIVE!

The mother went on.

She told her daughter that she only wished that she, herself, had the nerve and courage to do in her own marriage... what her daughter did.

Go on sISTER gIRL!

GO ON!

Truly tell it like it is!

THE FINAL CHAPTER OF SISTER GIRLS TO BE CONTINUED NEXT WEEK

Stay Tuned...