I am spending two weeks at one of my favorite Happy Places — the Minnesota State Fair.
For a whole bunch of hours every day, I’m part of a small team that responds to all the feedback from fair guests (AKA complaints and kudos). I love it so much.
Here’s what’s capturing my attention when I walk through the fairgrounds:
The 300+ acres are filled with women, men, and young adults and kids who had a dream, and decided to go after it. Every day, regular people like you and me haul their products, animals, or food, to give their dream a shot. Whether they’re serving tacos from the Oof-da Tacos concession trailer, showing their Brown Swiss (cow) in the competition arena, exhibiting their needlework that is now covered with a blue ribbon, or singing their hearts out on an entertainment stage, they got up, decided to try something, and they did it.
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I’m thinking …
Maybe it’s time for you to take your idea or your dream and turn it into something real. What’s the worst that could happen? You make a mistake? It doesn’t turn out how you hoped? That happens to thousands of people every day. But just as many people raise their arms and say “I did it!”
You’ve got an idea or a nudge to try something new. Wouldn’t you rather actually try it instead of living in the land of wishing?
Maybe you’ve dreamed of going back to school. Or getting healthier. Writing a book. Joining a choir. Painting the picture. Speaking to groups. Selling cupcakes. You just keep thinking about it, and you don’t want to let it go.
Get up and go. Do it.
Here’s the deal. When it comes to your dreams, it’s not what everyone else says you should do. It’s not about doing something the “right” way. It’s about listening to your heart. Being courageous. Stepping out. Doing something about your dreams or nudges. Big dreams or small dreams – they all matter just the same. Why? Because it’s YOUR dream.
So, here’s my invitation to YOU.
Take a few moments. Sit in your comfy chair with a piece of paper and a favorite pen. Consider your dreams or nudges. Pick one to start working on. It may only take a few minutes to start bringing that dream to life. Your heart will thank you.
And to encourage you to get started and keep going …
Let me scoot my chair closer to you, take your hand, and whisper into your beautiful face …
God has good things planned for you.
And some of those good things are wrapped into your dreams.
Get up. Go. Keep going.
Instead of waiting for life to show up,
show up and discover life.
Send me a note! What nudge are you listening to? I’m cheering for you big time!
P.S. Have you been thinking about writing a book – devotional, fiction, children’s book, memoir, poetry, Christian inspiration? Or maybe it’s time to start speaking your message into the hearts of people God has called you to serve. Maybe a podcast?
Called Creatives is a great resource for you. I’ve been a member for a couple years and love the teaching and coaching. And the community of Christian women – WOW.|
They are offering a 30-day trial membership for only $1! Come on! This is your sign to say OK! I’ll give my dream a shot! Here’s a link to more information. I’d love to connect with you there too!
