Maya Angelou has spoken to me in an even quieter way than pen flowing over paper— but just as powerful, mind you: she spoke to me in spirit.
Wednesday, May 28, 2014
Thank you, Dr. Maya Angelou
Dr. Maya Angelou’s death was meant for me.
For the first time in months, I was so heavy with sadness that I ached. I felt all my life consisted of were failed attempts at happiness. That all the paths I’ve tried to build led nowhere, and I had nothing I could even think of growing into something great. I was stagnant. It was hitting me, and it hurt.
I was told I was talented in art, writing, and cooking… But I was realizing yesterday that it wasn’t going anywhere. It never seemed to be going anywhere, and it frustrated me. After feeling worthless all day yesterday and wondering why God made me to exist in vain, I got a sharp slap this morning.
Maya Angelou is no longer with us.
And even though I would research her and think about her occasionally, she has shoved her presence into my life at the most needed time.
She died the day after my darkest fall in months.
She did so to tell me to “Wake up, Phenomenal Woman! You live in your truth, and you know it is one that belongs to a Queen such as yourself.”
If I want to speak a second language, I’ve got to study harder. If I want to do something with my writing, then I must write everyday with purpose.
Maya Angelou has spoken to me in an even quieter way than pen flowing over paper— but just as powerful, mind you: she spoke to me in spirit.
Maya Angelou has spoken to me in an even quieter way than pen flowing over paper— but just as powerful, mind you: she spoke to me in spirit.
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Hi Cierra, this is Sylvia. I just wanted to say that as a Christian, my self-worth comes from my belief that God created me. God made all humans in his image. We are his masterpieces. As Ephesians 2: 8-10 says, “For we are God’s masterpiece. He has created us anew in Christ Jesus, so we can do the good things he planned for us long go.” God has a purpose and a plan for your life. I trust in God and believe that he has a purpose for my existence.
ReplyDeleteMy bible devotional says this… and I wanted to share it: “Our worth is not defined by possessions, achievements, physical attractiveness, or popularity. Instead, it is based on knowing that God created us in his likeness. Criticizing or downgrading ourselves is criticizing what God has made. Because we are like God, we can feel positive about ourselves and our abilities. Knowing that you are a person of infinite worth gives you the freedom to love God, know him personally, and make a valuable contribution to the lives of those around you.”
Thanks, Sylvia!
DeleteYeah, when I'm in a really dark place, I question everything. I'm okay now, and what you speak is the truth. Thanks again!