Hi Peekers,
I have officially moved AK’s World to www.aksworld.net. Why are you still reading this? Go take a peek. 🙂
AK
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Hi everyone,
Have you noticed the lack of postings? Well, I have a good reason… AK’s World is packing up and relocating.
Yes, AK’s World is currently in the process of moving. Remember when I mentioned new things that are happening? Well the relocation is a part of that change. I am designing a website just for YOU. Right now I am interviewing new people and brainstorming new ways to keep you all coming back for more.
As always I’d be happy to hear your ideas as well. Stay tuned for the NEW and IMPROVED AK’s World, which will be launching Monday, August 1. Feel free to peek at my older material. The countdown for the new site begins!
Thanks for peeking,
AK
This morning I was a reading a book that read, “It is through loving Him that we discover how to truly love others.” Him is Jesus Christ. He is our true example of love.
My question to you is are you capable of love without loving God? Could this be contributing to the rise in divorces because the love of Christ is not the center?
I find it’s funny how people say “it’s the God in me” and in no way are they displaying godly characteristics, such as l-o-v-e. My challenge to you is to walk in love which you can only achieve through God for He is love.
Make no mistake about it, we ALL need Him. It’s the ones saying they don’t need Him who do the most. Just some AK thoughts for you to think about…
Until next time,
AK
Under pressure…
That’s exactly what I felt like after today’s events. It’s like someone placed me in the oven and turned it on full blast–scorching hot. It was one thing after another and I was not in the position to help myself. I was watching my life from above and could not interfere. It was not pleasant.
I felt discouraged and like no one was really listening to me. So I put the phone down, turned off the music, and begin to have a conversation with myself.
Yes, I’m admitting I talk to myself… it’s called self-encouragement.
I began to tell myself that I am good enough. I do deserve this. With tears in my eyes I told myself good news, the opposite of what I heard earlier today. Although dark clouds was what my mind dwelled on, I pushed them aside and began to be my own sunshine. Sometimes all you have is yourself. Finally, I began to talk to God and tell Him how I felt. He’s the best listener I know.
So what do you do when life comes at you fast? Nope I don’t grab a snicker, but I do hold onto my Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Prayer is so important. Although I felt weak and helpless, I depended on the Lord for strength. We can’t handle this life on our own.
Lean not unto thy own understanding in ALL your ways acknowledge Him and He shall direct your path. Who are you acknowledging?
AK
Just for fun: this song described what I was feeling earlier lol. Enjoy!
Hi everyone!
I am so inspired right now, as always right?! I was motivated yesterday from a church service to step out on faith and believe God for the desires of my heart. I am always so overjoyed when I hear about people that step out on faith doing what they love and succeeding. I am willing to try as well. I can’t do something that I don’t love for the rest of my life. I have a voice and I am confident in my craft. I am going to step out on faith and believe God everything falls into place. I believe in my talent and my gift will make room for me.
What is your gift? What can you not live without? Take a chance and dare to live out your dream. I am in the process of turning my hobby into a business. Keep watching you’ll definitely see me around.
AK
Your dreams are always before you… well at least mine is. Ultimately it’s up to me to reach out and grab them. This week I was constantly reminded of that. Recently I became discouraged about “the future.” As for what I wanted… I wanted it NOW.
You know us American’s are spoiled. We want a burger with lettuce, pickles, cheese, and a little mayo. If it’s too much mayo or one too many pickles, someone is going to hear about it, whether they want to or not.
There is this thing called ahem… patience. Patience is what I am still trying to master. Sometimes you have to hold out until it’s your time to shine, and once you do it’ll be the right time. Am I saying be satisfied where you are? NEVER! I for one am not one of those people that say I am content or satisfied. There is always another level of success to reach. I am always perfecting my craft. There is no time to kick your feet up and relax-unless you want someone out there to take your place. I’m constantly on the move trying to reinvent myself.
This week I wasn’t able to walk through a door like I intended to do however, I found a window. A window that was cracked open and needed to be pushed upward a little more. I intend to climb in that window. A window represents another entry-one you may not have intended to take. I sure didn’t want to take the window nonetheless, I’m headed in.
Who knows what opportunities may arise? I’ll never know if I don’t take a risk, a chance. Sometimes we have to reach out and create opportunities. One never arrives however, they keep progressing to unknown territory. It is what we do in strange territory that will show us our true desires. Will you give up? Be complacent?
I cannot remain stagnant because of fear. I choose to enlarge my territory because I can. At this point in my life I am really learning about using faith. I refuse to believe this is all there is to life. I know there’s more and I will obtain it. I never settled for average. I have a higher outlook on life.
We must tread upon waters unheard of, in order for someone else to discover them. I wish you the best on your journey.
AK
Image provided by Ella M. Beebe Picture Primer, Florida Center for Instructional Technology
My Beige Baby Doll Booties
The Fab Find:
Beige Baby Doll Booties (I made up this name, cuz the receipt was trashed haha!)
The Scoop:
On the hunt for some job applications for my sister took a detour as soon as I spotted some cute shoes. Where did I snag these? Dot’s Clothing Store! These booties are comfy and stylish. The bow on the back adds a touch of sweetness as well.
Damage:
$9 (Regularly priced at $19 ha!)
Worth it or shrug it off:
Say it with me! “Duh, these are worth it!” I purchased these on sale, meaning it didn’t hurt my bank account at all. Saving is definitely what I want to do; after all I am on a budget. Glad I was able to snag these before someone else. Can’t wait to strut in my booties.
Take a peek at Dot’s Clothing Store by clicking here and snag some cute and affordable necessities for your closet. They have stylish clothing for all sizes.Â
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~It’s amazing what comes to mind when you are sitting under the hair dryer. Here is a poem that basically wrote itself. Happy Reading!~
I am fearless. I am afraid. I am chained, locked up inside beating on the cage screaming, “Let me out.” I am confused at what this is.
Love?
Am I thinking of love on my own terms or is it how everyone else views it? I want this. No, I don’t! I push you away, I beg you to stay until you leave on your own.
Gone without a word, gesture… I am dumfounded. Upset that you were a coward and decided to move on without me letting me wallow in my misery. I stare at my phone anticipating your call, or text. Still you don’t attempt to reach me.
I suppose I should blame myself. I was ruthless, selfish, and judgmental. I allowed old relationships to manifest through you. I relived them everyday.
Everyday I recalled the conversations. Everyday I relived the gestures. Everyday I remembered the moment I was with them and not you. I couldn’t release them. I couldn’t begin to look at you until I let them go.
I have so much dirty garbage that I let rot within my heart. Now it’s corrupted unable to heal. Since you are gone, this wound will continue to linger.
I’m upset not because you left, I’m glad you did. For I would of just held you in contempt with me and my regrets. Now I am only afraid of me. Me and my thoughts. Me and my past. Because I didn’t leave it behind me where it belongs. Instead I let the past play over and over in my head.
Now it has manifested once again, only this time there is nothing I can do but continue to let it replay…
AK
I’m always busy. Interviewing this person. Watching a movie. Researching. Relaxing.
Did I just say I am busy relaxing? Wow!
I am beginning to realize I need to slow down and enjoy the real beauty of life. Chasing things that are not eternal such as money, possessions, fame or whatever will never fulfill me. However, spending time with my loved ones, attending church, stopping to help someone… those are the things I will remember.
The satisfaction I receive when I see that smile on someone’s face knowing I helped it appear. The inner peace I have when I’m in the comfort of my loved ones. The joy that overcomes me when I am willing to go out of my comfort zone to help someone. The strength I obtain when I progress in my relationship with Christ. Those are the nuggets in life, the real golden nuggets. Some nuggets you can toss to the side, and forget about. But certain nuggets, you want to keep in your “sacred box.”
When I was younger I had a “sacred box” and if anyone touched it I would go nuts. I rarely took out my possessions in their and when I did I would go around the house saying to everyone, “this is sacred and you better not touch it.” I wrote that to say those were my real golden nuggets in that “sacred box” and I cherished them. What are your real golden nuggets? Are you cherishing them or tossing them to the side haphazardly?
Slow down! Recognize your real golden nuggets in life. Once you recognize them, go retrieve them and begin to cherish them. Life is too fast for us to wallow around ignoring the things that truly have meaning. I have to remind myself, everyday to enjoy the real beauty of life. Notice I said real, I will no longer acknowledge the phony. I hope you too will sit back, kick up your feet, and enjoy the real beauty that surrounds you everyday.
AK
The American culture has brainwashed many people to embrace their faults and not to deal with them. Go ahead and curse someone out, if you feel like it. Go ahead and kill someone, if you feel like it. Get the pattern? Instead of someone telling you, girl you have an issue. Or admitting it to yourself, people now want us to sugarcoat everything.
The moment someone is called out they shout, “Don’t judge me!”
How about I’m not judging you. You’re actions are speaking clear enough for me to make a prediction about your character. Here are my thoughts after encountering countless people who say with their mouths “I am sorry,” but their heart is far from it. Believe me, there is a difference. Enjoy…
Have you ever asked yourself, “How’d I get here… again?” Ever made a mistake over and over and repeatedly repented? Then before you know it, you are in a dark room sobbing uncontrollably looking into the darkness feeling hopeless.
Your hopelessness turning into doubt. Your doubt turning into content.
Content that has you now believing it’s okay to shrug it off, and just continue to drink until you’ve neglected your wife and children. Have sex until you end up with an STD or end up having yet again, another abortion. Continue to hurt people countlessly while failing to realize you are hurting yourself as well.
Once again you shrug it off, wipe off your tears, and reapply your mask.
Lipstick to hide the sting of your words. Mascara to open your lifeless eyes. Blush to appear sweet, though you sting like a bee. Foundation to smooth out your rough edges. You apply your mask as you do every single day. Hoping no one will be able to unravel your true self. Instead of cleaning up your actions you cover the blemishes. You continually sweep it under the carpet and proclaim, “I’ll deal with it later.”
The time comes for you to unravel your sins and you ignore them once again. When will the pleading end? When will anxiety loose its hold? Or is it there to stay?
Are you truly sorry, if you continually repeat your mistakes? Does applying your makeup cause you to feel better about yourself? I believe you may be hiding something, something now bigger than yourself.
Watch your actions they become your habits.
Watch your habits they become your character.
Watch your character it becomes your destiny.
So glance in the mirror once again. Barefaced with tears running down your delicate skin, look yourself in your penetrating eyes, and proclaim… “I have faults and I’m dealing with them, before it’s too late.”
AK
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