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How many times have you said, “if only I could…”? . . I know, I said it so many times over the years. But I eventually I turned that “could” into an “I can and I will.” When I turned 50 six years ago, I remember having quite a bit of heartbreak and heaviness, for one reason. It wasn’t because I was 50, it wasn’t because I was bemoaning the fact that in the world’s estimation I might be past my prime or over the hill. It was because I didn’t believe I had done enough for God yet. And I had to meditate on that for a while, days maybe weeks of asking, “how can I impact the world with the Gospel in a greater degree than I had in the previous 50 years? . . I can tell you from that moment I began to see things differently, I began to relate to people differently, relate to myself differently, relate to my future differently, relate to the things that matter the most in a different way. All in light of eternity. . . At some point in my life I got the revelation that I didn’t need permission to do the things that were in my heart. So many people wait on permission to do the very thing they know they are created to be do. . . Today friend, I want you to know that you’re not waiting on anyone other than yourself. Give yourself permission to do all that is in your heart. No matter your age, no matter your social status, no matter what your bank account balance is. If you know Christ you are a child of God and heir of all his riches. . . There is nothing holding you back from doing exactly what you long to do. . . The difference between people who are successful and people who remain stagnant living their life by default is one simple thing. . . Successful people go and do. . . Turn that “if only I could” into “I can and will” then do it immediately. . . All that you hope and desire is out of front of you, wrapped up in your doing and being. . . I love you. I’m believing for you believing the best for you and hoping and desiring that you will choose wholeness and success and prosperity in Christ. . . There’s no limit in Him! Only believe!

The amazing flowers of Casa de la Pura Vida. Paradise on the BCS East Cape. . . . . #tropical #flowers #beauty #paradise #losfrailes #lahuerta #life

Food... glorious food! We ate like royalty in Los Frailes, everything fresh and healthy. Here are just a few pics. The papaya was amazing. Normally I’m not a fan, but the Mexico Strawberry Papaya was delicious. Val planted seeds a year ago and the trees were already six feet tall and loaded with fruit. This one was about 12 inches long. . . . . . #foodie #fresh #seafood #farmtotable #bythesea #baja

Vacay overload... I’ll start with sunrises! Always unique and amazing, in person they are breathtaking. My first day, I heard these words, “You will find me in the reflections.” So, I spent a lot of time reflecting on everything I’ve had my heart and hands into over the past few years. By Thursday I realized, if we don’t reflect on where we have been, we will not be fully prepared for where we will go. More than anything, I want to be prepared and ready spiritually for what’s to come. Take time to reflect. There is something rich in your reflections that God wants to reveal to you. Wait and listen, God will instruct you from that place and reveal every step of the way. . . . . . #sunrise #mondaymotivation #baja #lahuerta #beach #vacation #reflection #seaofcortez #happy #lifestyle

Sometimes revisiting an old book brings a more powerful response than was first encountered. This book, TPOAPW, changed my life in the late 90s. It changed my marriage, my husband, and most importantly me! Because I needed to change. I needed to surrender. I needed to learn to pray powerful prayers for my husband and others. I’ve recommended this book a hundred times since first reading it. Friend, Valerie, took it to Los Frailes where I’d join her on vacation. I read a few chapters while at the pool and the message stirred my heart again... deeply. If you want to learn how to pray for your husband and your marriage with power, this book is as relevant a book as it was in the 90s. It’s a game-changer! I’m digging in again from a different perspective. Then I wanted change, now I want greater depth. My heart is stirred again and my marriage will be richer than ever before. Do yourself a favor... get it and start praying! . . . . . #bookstagram #book #prayer #wife #love #marriage

Doesn’t this look like a beautiful still life painting? When I arrived in Los Frailes BCS almost a week ago, this plumeria bouquet was waiting for me in my bedroom. I wish you could smell it. Small gestures speak the loudest. Heartfelt love, through acts that bless, tell a story that will live forever. I’m so grateful for the amazing people God has brought into my life. The ones who truly share the abundance of their blessings with others. All blessing comes through relationship. Never forget it. Pour in, make rich the people around you. Look for ways to give, to love, to bless. . . . . . #baja #friday #vacation #art #lifeart #grateful #friends #blessed #flowers #bouquet #plumeria #tropical #beachhouse

Find Charlana Deep in the Heart of TX Write: PO Box 1448, Crockett TX 75835

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