Appreciation & Gratitude: Thank you for time together today at the adoration chapel and at the celebration of the Eucharist at mass afterwards. I know I am very blessed to be able to have the chance to meet with you in that very special way. Thank you for your unfathomable divine mercy, your love and the care you give to me each day. You are amazing. Thank you for giving me the song yesterday and for helping me develop it. Thank you for watching over us and blessing our marriage. Thank you for the gift of patience and for helping me develop that into a new way – help me learn to be more patient. Thank you for showing us a good deal for sharing a space for band practice. It should be a great transition into getting our recording studio someday; someday hopefully soon. J
Q1-Dad, I didn’t wait for a growl tonight. I did stay in my calorie allowance, though and it was all plants. I ate past full with the potato… I hope I didn’t offend you by eating when I knew I shouldn’t.
*** You were fine. You don’t need to be so worried, I am not offended. I give good food to people to enjoy and you enjoy food, but you love me. I know where your heart is. Thank you for being so careful not to offend me. You don’t have a “heart problem” (loving food over me) but more of a bad habit situation. Keep your mind off food and onto the things of God… think of heaven and music… heaven and music… heaven and music. That will get you far.
Q2-Jesus, thank you for the peaceful room I have in my office. Why don’t I spend more time in here with you?
***That’s a good question, Mar! I think that when DB is home, you want to spend time with him also. That is the way it is supposed to be, but time alone with me is a priority… even if just for a few short minutes. It will give you a peace that surpasses all understanding. Just a little bit of time is all it takes a couple of times a day to refocus. You can also practice keyboards, write poetry/songs and create journal entries here. It would be good for you to utilize this office space for your own relaxation. You may want to organize it a bit, you’ll feel much more at peace here if you do.
Q3-Love, you’re giving me the inspiration for songs. I have lyrics and they come more easily than the melodies. Could you help me with the melodies in dreams and waking inspirations? And, do you think the keyboards are the instruments I should play primarily?
***We enjoy when you play any instrument… like tonight we loved your harp playing. Guitar is also good, but there is much more we can do with synthesizer as far as sounds and it is easier to play. Your experience of playing the organ when you were in middle school was to be the foundation and we are glad that you’ve found your way back! You will love it and your grandpa Bob is so excited for you! When your grandma gave you his organ after he passed, you should have seen him in heaven cheer for you at your Yamaha Competition! Playing the drums is fun, and the ukulele is a happy little instrument, too. Have fun with all of them! When you get a studio, you will have more time to dedicate to improving but for now, take on the keys! The main thing is to enjoy yourself!
Q4-Mom, I just wanted to thank you again for giving me the grace to work diligently on becoming who God would like me to be. I know I have many shortcomings and was hoping that you could help me improve in those areas.
***Yes, you can count on my help. Asking for the grace to become who God would like me to be is a key component of your growth. It is by grace that you are able to improve in love and kindness. Grace gives you the virtues that you need growth in. I am giving you all the Graces that Father God has for you, only ask for this more often to refill your spirit every day. You must ask for this grace. You have come far, and you should know that you will be where you need to be… because you ask for this so often. It is great that you have access to the love of Jesus and it is right that you should thank Him. Without Jesus, what would your future look like? His love and mercy is unending. It is wonderful that you want to share His love with other people. Many miracles will show the people the love of God and his undying love for them. Thank you for saying “yes” to offer yourself for this part of sharing his redeeming love for all humanity. I know you don’t think that you are qualified for this task, but you have faith. Faith and love you have and that will grow… you will be fine. Just keep close to us and we will help you get to where you need to be.
Actions Requested:
Think of heaven and music… heaven and music…heaven and music.
Organize my office for relaxation.
Take on the keys and enjoy myself! No pressure.
Keep the faith. Keep close to God and I will be where I need to be.
Closing Remarks: Thank you for helping me get another great hour of board meetings with you. I hope you don’t mind that I am not very engaged tonight. I don’t feel very good… I ate too many potatoes and am now paying the price for it! Thank you for forgiving me for eating when I wasn’t hungry and to top it off eating to stuff feeling ensued. Thank you for this time and for your love, guidance and protection. I love you! Amen! Xo,~Mar