It’s Not Too Late
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I always wanted to be an artist – but singer was someone else’s dream.
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I was a jock, then journalist and now a juice-slingin’ Mom of three. Sure, I sang – but with the radio and to my kids (easy crowd).
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I searched for an activity to pour myself into. Not that I wasn’t already busy, but I was looking for “my” something.
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Whatever happened to the creative, dazzling, big dreamer?
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What became of the girl who graduated in 3 1/2 years, gave the commencement speech about being an “agent of change” and soared into an exciting career?
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It turns out she was afraid – afraid, after spending 10 years at home trying to be everything to everyone, that she was gone for good.
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Afraid she was too old or too ordinary to do anything worthwhile.
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But, a singer … really? …
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I’m posting over at (in)courage today – one of my favorite spots on the web for encouragement, discussions about faith, authenticity and being who God calls us to be. They open up their welcoming arms, just like Jesus does and give us a place to express ourselves in light of the grace God freely gives.
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Read the rest of the story at (in)courage.
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Only God knows how much this article has encouraged me. Thank you for yielding to His spirit and posting this.
Thanks, Stephanie – it’s my greatest hope to encourage others to go after the dreams God placed inside them.
Hi Mela!
What an amazing post! I ran across it over at (in)courage and I’m so thankful I did! Your words are so similar to what has been on my heart for awhile now…
I too am a Christian artist (painter) and dreamer! I taught art for several years before becoming a Mommy and staying home with my kids. It wasn’t until the last few years though I ever believed it was okay to actually begin to think I could possibly sell my work. So much like your story, I was afraid…I had lost that part of myself in between changing diapers and fixing meals (things that are important to me – serving my family – but not my passion!). I realized, just as this is the purpose behind your amazing 4:10 Ministries, that God gave me this gift and wants me to use it for HIM, to share His love with others and make a difference for Him in this world. I now find myself about to open my own online shop and am really diving head first into making my dream come true!
Thanks so much for sharing your story! I would just love to hear more about your 4:10 Ministries!!
Take care,
Jennifer
Yeah – diving head first – love hearing that! Blessings on your shop – let me know when that happens – would love to see your art!
Mela – you’re such a blessing and it was so wonderful to watch all the conversation over on (in)courage today. Thank you thank YOU for sharing!
Thank you for allowing me … I’m printing out those comments – the (in)courage community has such wisdom, courage and willingness to bless others with words – so beautiful!