Where is my smile today?

Some days are just a little tougher than others to keep that positive outlook. Today is one of those days for me. I can't really explain why. I honestly just feel like I woke up on the wrong side of the bed, and I hate it. It's one of those days I hope no one looks at me the wrong way. Perhaps only other women can understand that feeling.

I've had several people ask me if I'm upset about hitting the big 30 in a couple weeks. No, I'm not. Hitting 30 doesn't bother me. I've earned that number, and I have no desire to go backward.

So, what is it with me today? I'm not sure. I guess it could just be some winter blues, maybe even some...should I say it....pms. It could also have to something to do with the fact that my son broke my heart by calling me fat. It sounded so honest coming out of his mouth. I had to explain to him that we don't call people fat. I told him what obesity is and how it happens. His response to my long instruction was a nod as if he understood. Then, he said, "Oh, you're overweight then."

Out of the mouth of babes...

Chin up, Destiny Booze. The following is a little something from the Joel Osteen Ministries to lift my spirit.

Hidden Treasures

Today's Scripture

"And I will give you treasures hidden in the darkness—secret riches. I will do this so you may know that I am the LORD, the God of Israel, the one who calls you by name" (Isaiah 45:3, NLT).

Today's Word from Joel and Victoria

Did you know there are treasures hidden on the inside of you? There are gifts, talents, and abilities inside of you that you don’t even know about. Oftentimes, it´s during seasons of difficulty or darkness that those hidden treasures are revealed to us. When we go through times of adversity, strength arises, new abilities arise, new talents. We are "reinvented" so to speak.

I think about when my father went on to be with the Lord. It was a dark hour for me, but out of that difficulty the Lord revealed hidden treasures on the inside of me that I didn´t even know about. Look at David in the Bible. Before Goliath, he was known as a shepherd boy. But after he conquered Goliath, after he went through that adversity, he was known as a mighty warrior, and eventually, a mighty king.

If you are going through a difficulty today, if you lost your job or a loved one, remember, God still has a purpose for you. He´ll take what the enemy meant for evil, and He’ll turn it around for your good. Keep standing, keep believing, keep hoping because He´s ready to reveal those hidden treasures on the inside of you!

A Prayer for Today

Heavenly Father, I come before You with an open and humble heart. Let Your Word sink deep into my Spirit. I trust You and look for the hidden treasures You have deposited on the inside of me. In Jesus´Name. Amen.

**Thank you Joel Osteen. I feel better already!**