Worshipful Writing

Have you ever had a confirmation of feelings you've been feeling? I just blogged about how I feel God was giving me confirmation through the experience with Nathanael's toy that He is in control. Then this morning at church, the sermon was the second part in a series about worship. The pastor spoke about how when we come to church, we should be a part of the worship, not just a spectator. I've had some disagreements with some of the people at this church, but I think that's the reason I've always stayed around - I feel a part of the worship. I remember at my previous job, whenever I was feeling upset about something that happened, it never failed; the sermon that week would address the exact issue I had been experiencing. I truly believe our work should reflect our own, personal worship of God. That hits home for me with working so diligently on my writing projects. Ironically, just last night I felt a deep inspiration to write something rather unusual in the Heath Ledger book - why I am supposed to write it, why I'm passionate about it. People that I talk with, I think, often wonder why my writing or my college is so important to me. I think the pastor at church this morning hit the proverbial nail on the head. It's my form of worship. I give glory to my God through my writing and my studies. That may sound silly to some. After all, for instance, how can writing about the life of an actor give glory to God through my worship? I cannot explain it. I look at worship as one of those mysteries only God can explain. The Bible's full of them. I just know that these interests of mine are ways that I become a sanctuary for the Lord.

Kandy

The White Rabbit

I got home from work last night around 11:45. After completing my quiz for college and taking a bath, I peeked in at Taliesin and Nathanael sleeping. Kelsey always lays their favorite stuffed toys nearby. Well, last night, or actually early this morning; I found all of the toys except for Nathanael's favorite white stuffed rabbit (whom he calls "Baaaaby Rabbit" in the cutest Southern accent. Why Southern, I don't know when we live in Kansas, but it's adorable). So, anyway, I searched the house for it to no avail. So I decided we'd look in the morning and sat down to do some writing on my book. Of course, the minute I sit down, Princess, our beagle, wants out to do her business. So I open the door, reach for the lead to fasten her out, and see a rabbit sitting in our front yard. So I wait a second to see if it hops off. A beagle and a rabbit do not mix at 3:00 a.m. Our neighbors would all be awaken by the howl of Princess. I look down a few feet away from the rabbit and guess what I see? Nathanael's little, white baaaaby rabbit. I sigh a "Thank you" to God for leading me to his favorite toy that he would be quite upset about losing and take it in the house where it joins his other friends.

What exactly is the lesson in this? The lesson to me was God will provide. How appropriate that this happened just as I was sitting down to write. Just reinforcement for me that I am supposed to write this book. And now my book has a new chapter that I was not planning on.

E-mail's Down

For some reason since this afternoon, I cannot access e-mail in my Yahoo account, which is my primary account. If someone is trying to reach me there, I will respond as soon as it comes back up. Otherwise, you can post here or contact me by e-mail at unschooler@att.net. God bless.

Kandy

Brokeback Mountain

Okay, so I finally watched Brokeback Mountain when I got home from last night. The first part of it was really boring to me. Once we got past the sheep and the mountain, I saw what acting talents there were in this movie. Wow! I can see why it really made Heath's career, not because of the controversy; but because the acting was fabulous. I cannot wait to write about this! This follows along perfectly in my book. :^)

Kandy

Writing Streak

I love being a writer. There is writer's block. But when an idea comes, one cannot write quickly enough to keep up. This new chapter is honestly writing itself. I am really loving it! I know more and more this book is meant to be. Yesterday, I spent some time at the library searching for publishing and self-publishing books. I still do not know which avenue I will use, but research on all the different methods can only help.

Kandy

New Idea

Okay, I'm currently seeking information on Heath Ledger's sprituality. I do not see any evidence that he really adhered to any particular religious convictions, but I do believe everyone is spiritual by nature in some way. Being a religious studies major, a book written by me would not be a book written by me without some reference to spirituality. I'll continue searching. I have some ideas on based on the research I've done so far. :^)

Kandy

Neat link

I saw this on Shakhar Kapur's blog and wanted to link over to it. http://www.shekharkapur.com/blog/archives/2008/02/heath_ledger_an.htm#comments

I did receive back my interview request for Jake Gyllenhaal - a return to sender because I'm not a client of their's. I guess I'll have to cotnact his publicity agency by phone, explain to them my project, and see if I can interview him from there.

I only have two to three weeks of this college class left, so I will really be able to dedicate a lot more time to the book. I am dedicating as much as possible now, but I really do look forward to digging in to writing it even more.

Kandy