All up in my grill(z)
For those that aren’t as hip as I am, “All up in my grill(z)” means “up in my face.” I will leave off the (z) for the rest of the post. (note: using the term HIP tells you just how un-hip I really am)
If there’s one way to turn me off, it is getting all up in my grill. The moment someone gets in my face, I immediately begin to resist and put up a front. It’s not the closeness that makes me push back; it’s the aggression or demanding attitude. I don’t like being pushed and getting all up in my grill is a sign that you intend to push me. Up goes the resistance and I fight back. Sometimes though I don’t push back, I simply ignore the person. (A trait I learned from dear old Dad)
It has been a pretty tough year for me as it has for many of you out there. On the whole I am still doing pretty well but there have been lots of setbacks for me and my family. We have had lots of financial setbacks and the stress level is at an all time high. The stress increase isn’t due to anything personal it is just that there are lots of stress factors around us all these days. Lots of people have gotten up in my grill and It has taken all I have inside not to snap. Someone else got in my grill though and I simply ignored them.
I am still trying to figure it all out but the events that have transpired this year could only mean one thing; God is all up in my Grill. That’s right, God is trying to push me or tell me something and I chose the ignore option. I know that sounds like a bad thing but I dare say I am not alone. Since the first of the year I have hit three deer, my son totaled his car, several of my nieces have wrecked their cars. And yesterday I find out about a dear friend’s accident. Before this year, accidents in my life were few and far between. In fact before this year, I only hit one raccoon in the 35 years I have been driving. And if that isn’t bad enough, every time I turn around something else breaks around our house.
So what is God trying to tell me? Slow down? Quit driving? Go into hiding? Rob a bank? Blog more? Or maybe just “Open your eyes Greg.” Like I said, even with this rash of setbacks, things are pretty good for me as compared to many people out there. I mean, I have a good job, a house to live in, cars to drive (some with dents), a great family (immediate)and a little change in my pocket. Life is still pretty good for me. Maybe God is just trying to let me know that life can change in a second so slow down, enjoy it and be thankful for the little things that I have. I will go with that for the time being and see if He has a bigger message for me. Yes I will stop ignoring you God so you can stop the deer attacks, anytime now. Please.
Have a great day and thanks for all the warm wishes yesterday,
Greg
If there’s one way to turn me off, it is getting all up in my grill. The moment someone gets in my face, I immediately begin to resist and put up a front. It’s not the closeness that makes me push back; it’s the aggression or demanding attitude. I don’t like being pushed and getting all up in my grill is a sign that you intend to push me. Up goes the resistance and I fight back. Sometimes though I don’t push back, I simply ignore the person. (A trait I learned from dear old Dad)
It has been a pretty tough year for me as it has for many of you out there. On the whole I am still doing pretty well but there have been lots of setbacks for me and my family. We have had lots of financial setbacks and the stress level is at an all time high. The stress increase isn’t due to anything personal it is just that there are lots of stress factors around us all these days. Lots of people have gotten up in my grill and It has taken all I have inside not to snap. Someone else got in my grill though and I simply ignored them.
I am still trying to figure it all out but the events that have transpired this year could only mean one thing; God is all up in my Grill. That’s right, God is trying to push me or tell me something and I chose the ignore option. I know that sounds like a bad thing but I dare say I am not alone. Since the first of the year I have hit three deer, my son totaled his car, several of my nieces have wrecked their cars. And yesterday I find out about a dear friend’s accident. Before this year, accidents in my life were few and far between. In fact before this year, I only hit one raccoon in the 35 years I have been driving. And if that isn’t bad enough, every time I turn around something else breaks around our house.
So what is God trying to tell me? Slow down? Quit driving? Go into hiding? Rob a bank? Blog more? Or maybe just “Open your eyes Greg.” Like I said, even with this rash of setbacks, things are pretty good for me as compared to many people out there. I mean, I have a good job, a house to live in, cars to drive (some with dents), a great family (immediate)and a little change in my pocket. Life is still pretty good for me. Maybe God is just trying to let me know that life can change in a second so slow down, enjoy it and be thankful for the little things that I have. I will go with that for the time being and see if He has a bigger message for me. Yes I will stop ignoring you God so you can stop the deer attacks, anytime now. Please.
Have a great day and thanks for all the warm wishes yesterday,
Greg
Comments
May the rest of 2009 be good to you, Greg!
Heidi
"Be still, and know that I am God;" Psalm 46:10
I will pray for you. I really can relate to the stress. I am feeling a lot of it myself just different stuff. We don't have deer near here. :)
Hang on and have Faith.
Cruella? It's Fash! You'll know when you read the idiom.
Heidi
Second- This post reminds me of the prayer about thanking God for dirty dishes because that means I have food. And thanking God for sore muscles because I was able to excersize etc.
It has been a hard year but your post reminded me to try to keep on the positive outlook and remember to listen to God.
Thanks
thanks for coming by and leaving a note...we surely enjoyed panama city beach while we were there
Sometimes it's hard to figure out what God is trying to tell us. More than once I've asked Him to give me a clear sign - preferably a large billboard with neon lights so I can't miss the message.
Praying things get less stressful for you and that you will clearly hear anything He may be trying to say.
I am so sorry to hear of all the awful, stressful things that have been happening recently. I think that God is certainly trying to grab your attention.
I can certainly relate to stress, we had a flooded house 2 years ago! Had to live at in laws for 6 months!
EDIE quoted very relevant verses you should cling onto.
Love Collette xxx
Praying for you!! That things will go better, but also that you will be able to continue to see the many blessings God has brought to your life!!!
We learned this exact thing during this past two years. I keep asking the same thing you do, Greg, what are you trying to tell me God?
Keep focused on the blessings:) It's the only way to get through it all!
We've had our share of stress and tension and trouble this year too... and the previous year also, as well.
I haven't hit any deer though, so I'm glad about that.
I think you are right about needing to slow down and be thankful for the good things. Of course, you write your Thankful Thursday posts, so you are practicing thanksgiving on a regular basis.
I hope the deer stay out of your path from now on.
Keep being patient with those who get up in your grill. I know it's hard not to push or punch!!
You are a good guy, and I know God smiles at you and upon you.
:-)
Just remember that all things work together for good to them that love God and are called according to His purpose. On a personal level though...I am sorry for all that stuff, and I hope it gets better soon. Thinking of you!
Uh, I mean, I feel what you are saying. It tough to figure out what God is saying, but if we are persistant perhaps we can figure it out.
I pray you will have safe travels my friend! We like you, we really like you!
Have a great weekend!!