Ok, so just last night I came across my vision broad from a year ago. In case you’re wondering what a vision broad is, it’s when you create a collage of words and images that helps you visualize your goals and dreams; you should try it with scripture Habakkuk 2:2 in mind. To my surprise I was able to check some of the minor goals off; cutting my hair for example. Good news, Sunday was my last day on the 30 day Daniel Fast. I was so excited about me completing the fast!!! Now I’m in transition in incorporating meat back into my diet again; yay for Meatloaf!!
So the reason I ask you to pull up a chair and lend me your ear, is to let you in on what’s been going on with me within the past week “post Fast.” So here goes, I am not a vivid dreamer, but each night for the past week I’ve had vivid dreams of me performing and acting. Acting was a desire of mind years ago, life got in the way, and my passion for acting was place on the back burner.
Growing up my family and I loved watching movies, and still do even now!! When the latest VHS tape or DVD hit the stores, my mother was on it!! It was so serious that our den had rows of VHS tapes wall to wall, with books of DVDs holders full; I believed we had more movies than family pictures (lol). My desire recently has been redirected to a long buried passion of mine; to become an actress!! I remember recently sitting on my couch and saying to God/myself: “Lord if I could just travel the world and act for You...” Then silence filled the room.
Growing up my family and I loved watching movies, and still do even now!! When the latest VHS tape or DVD hit the stores, my mother was on it!! It was so serious that our den had rows of VHS tapes wall to wall, with books of DVDs holders full; I believed we had more movies than family pictures (lol). My desire recently has been redirected to a long buried passion of mine; to become an actress!! I remember recently sitting on my couch and saying to God/myself: “Lord if I could just travel the world and act for You...” Then silence filled the room.
Have you ever been in a place to where a long buried desire(s) have resurfaced and intensified to the point where you can no longer deny that desire(s)? Well my friend this is the battle happening inside of me as I write; I want to accomplish so many things!!! Have you ever been in a place to where you wanted to accomplish so many things all at once? For Example: become an actress, a photographer, a food critic, a blogger (wait I’ve done that alreadyJ), Singer (in need of a vocal coach), fashion designer (I have the name and a few sketched work), own a day Spa (I have the name and that’s it), the list can go on and on.
I absolutely love the Holy Spirit’s gentleness; He continues to remind me of the scripture Mark 9:23 “Jesus said to him, “If you can believe, all things are possible to him who believes.” So I prayed and ask the Lord what’s the next step(s) for me? So that I may seek out Your plan for my life (read Ask, Seek, Knock blog entry; it will help you seek out God's plan for your life). The Lord spoke to me with a gentle voice and said “Just use the resources around you.” The light bulb was immediately turned on!! Why didn’t I think of that? (Lol) So immediately I hopped on the internet and became Google smart of the resources surrounding me. My wheels begin to turn in my head as my fingers became one with the keyboard; I was on a safari hunt to my destiny.
I hope your getting this!! “Use the resources around you!!” Whatever desire that the Lord has set a flame, start by using the resources around you. I finally came across a theater located in the heart of Tallahassee name; Tallahassee Little Theatre (http://tallahasseelittletheatre.org ). I did my research and found the volunteer coordinator and sent her an email. The very next day after work I took an early lunch and went down to tour the theatre; it was so exciting!! The journey has just begun; I will definitely update you on how it’s going with that. Now to photography!! I’ve been on the search for a cost effective beginner’s camera; what’s a photographer without a camera? Please! Please! Help me! I need suggestions on a user friendly camera to start my journey on capturing the beauty around me. Shoot me an email at Mechelle.stokes@gmail.com or leave a comment with some tips. Thank you in advance J
Thank you all for your ears and suggestions!! I hope that the Lord in a way has spoken to your hearts concerning the desire(s) He has placed in you. Keep in mind that the world MUST see your talents. God Bless.
-PureEnlightenment
Mechelle,
ReplyDeleteI'm so excited for you! It sounds like you're a gifted and multitalented woman. I'm looking forward to hearing about all the doors the Lord opens for you as you follow His plan for your life.
Mechelle,
ReplyDeleteThis is Leslie from ENT. In regards to your acting desires, I am EXTREMELY involved with theatre in this town. I do mostly musicals but I have done many shows at TLT. We should get together to chat about this I think I can answer any questions that you may have. GO be awesome Girl! :)
Hey Leslie!!!!
ReplyDeleteThis is so GREAT!!!! We need to do lunch or get together really really really soon. I really have lots of questions. Talk to you soon :)
-Mechelle