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Journey to Accept Yourself

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ACCEPT YOURSELF as you are...continually working on growing and bettering yourself.     As I was journaling this morning, it became apparent that I had a difficult time accepting who God created me to be.  I still am a work in progress on this, too.  Since my life-changing decision in 2007 to seek out how to share what's in my heart with others, I embarked on a journey of discovering, AND ACCEPTING, my gifts God created me with.  They are there for a purpose! This journey of self-discovery and acceptance, and embracing it, has been tremendous.  It almost takes my breath away to look back and see the journey traveled.  I definitely have so much more growing to do, so much more to learn, but the journey is worth it.  The journey is what it's all about! I encourage every woman to embrace who you are.  You were created the way you are for a reason.  Embark on that wonderful journey of self-discovery, & of how to use your gifts to serve others! *Thankful for th

Who or What are You Rooted in?

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When the storms of life blow through, will your Roots hold its ground? Or, will you be uprooted & tossed about like a rag doll?   Who, or What, do you turn to when life fails you?  When life is so stormy it's all you can do to hold on? Do you depend on a person to be Rooted?  Do you turn to a remedy-something you can do to be Rooted?   What happens when that person isn't there?  Maybe they passed away.  Maybe they are out of the country.  Maybe they have issues of their own at the time and can't deal with your storm.   What about the next time you argue with your "Root"?  That's a little disappointing to have to fight with your foundation...someone you trust won't hurt you.  But, in reality, they do.  That person who is your Root, will let you down.  They will disappoint you time and time again, and leave you feeling vulnerable, alone, insecure and unsecured.   Okay, so what about a remedy to be Rooted in?  Do you exercise

Dead Battery

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  DEAD BATTERY?         What are you hooking up to for a RECHARGE?     Life isn't in any person, any thing, or any activity. These things fade away & disappoint. Look to the GIVER of life & remove yourself from the merry-go-round of the continual " dead battery " syndrome.  Life doesn't have to be lived this way.       "... And the breath of the Almighty gives me life." ~Job 33:4    

Interview on THE CURVY TIMES BlogRadio Talk Show

Talking about all things curvy; from pageantry to being healthy to living life! Pull up a chair, grab a cup of coffee, and settle in for the next hour to hear what Spruce has for curvy women! ************************************* Check Out Motivation Podcasts at Blog Talk Radio with The Curvy Times on BlogTalkRadio

PRESS ON

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"...Forgetting what is behind and straining toward what is ahead, I press on toward the goal to win the prize for which God has called me heavenward in Christ Jesus."   ~Phil. 3:13-14 Such an impactful passage of scripture.  Every one of us at some point in life get hung up with our past.  Whether it be good or bad.  But, the Bible plainly tells us to "forget the past".   It tells us to "strain" toward our future.  In the original language, "straining" means to "reach for"; as if you're reaching for something.  Visualize yourself extending your arm & reaching out for something.  This is what the Bible is telling us to do!  "Forgetting" in the original root language means to be "unaware".  So, the Bible tells us to not get caught up in / live in, our past.  It tells us to move on with our lives, making a difference in this world as we live each day, focusing on our glorious future with Christ.  Our ulti

Somebody Needs Me

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SOMEBODY NEEDS ME jumped off the page at me as I was searching my library shelf for a devotional book, and stumbled upon a Leadership Course book.  I opened the cover page & on the inside I had written those 3 simple words..... Somebody Needs Me.  This has impacted my spirit right now.  We forget that our lives do impact others.  There are people looking for, & needing what our lives offer.  In our hustle & bustle of life, I think we forget the importance of what we all can offer one another.  Somebody needs me, just as I need others.  So, let us never diminish who we are; the gifts & talents we have, nor the divine purpose we were created for. Somebody needs me. Somebody needs you. XOX! SPRUCE

YOU .... RISE!

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YOU .... ....... YOU .............. YOU ....................... YOU Ladies,  RISE!   It's up to YOU to CHOOSE to be in the present.  The past is gone.  Can't anything be done about changing it.  But, you CAN change where your mind, spirit, & being is in the present. Embrace the past, reflect on the past, learn from the past, but..... LIVE where you are NOW! Be in the PRESENT - totally & fully! XO! SPRUCE www.facebook.com/MPA.ELITE.2011

God has a plan

Life can become difficult.  Life can be confusing.  But, if we completely believe in the promises that God gives us in His Word, we can know that He has a plan for us.  God's will for our lives is perfect.  Never doubt His perfect will & His perfect timing.  For it is by faith we walk & live life, not by sight.  Trust in the Lord that He knows best for your life.  Trust Him completely with your life & every detail of every step.  It's much more assuring to know that the person who suspended the stars in the heavens has a perfect plan for your life; so much better than any plan we can even think of. God has a plan.

Start Living!

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It has been a busy past few days! I so enjoyed judging the Miss Plus Prairie View A&M University pageant, attending & supporting a charity fundraiser gala, modeling in a Bridal Expo fashion show, & having collaborating meetings on 2 projects! All this to say that just because I'm plus size doesn't mean I have to stop living life. Just because I'm plus size doesn't mean I can't MAKE A DIFFERENCE. Yes, I certainly DO have input into society by the brain & heart I have. Yes, I do have beauty to my hips & confidence to my walk. Yes, I am worthy even as a full figured woman! And, YES.... I CAN make a difference as a full figured woman in fashion, in business, & any other avenue my MIND sets itself on. STOP falling prey to society's idea of what beauty & worth is, ladies. A few years ago I made the decision to seize life & start living; to love WHO I was WHERE I was. I encourage ALL women to do the same. You wi

Maintaining our vessels

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Does your oil need to be changed, or your tires balanced? It's wise for us to visit the garage for mending & maintenance on our bodily vessels. Whether it's spiritual, emotional, intellectual, physical; whatever it is... let's keep a check on the balance in our lives. Let's prevent the CHECK ENGINE light from coming on! Keeping balanced leads to being more productive.... Physically AND Mentally! ♥~♥~♥ SPRUCE

God knows...

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 When things are not allowed to happen, it's for our own good.  I don't know what's in my tomorrow, but God does.  And, He has ONLY good & what's BEST for me.  When trials do assail, He promises me that ALL things work together for the good.  That slamming door was obviously a huge NO.  I must trust Him on it. I must COMPLETELY rely on His guidance & not on MY wants.  "My" ways are not His ways.  "My" thoughts are not His thoughts.  But, I strive daily in growing to have the mind of Christ.  Growing pains, learning curves, attacks from the enemy can be frustrating.  But, if I totally rely on "He who lives within me is greater than he that is within the world", then I will have peace with whatever door closes..... or simply, one that doesn't open.  God knows... period.

What is your Hope?

My Hope in Christ eliminates all worry in my life.  This world is not my home. I have a GLORIOUS existence waiting for me! When my loved ones in Christ pass away, I KNOW I will see them again. Better yet, I will BE WITH THEM for all eternity! Death is not a period, but a comma in life. We all will live an eternity somewhere--- but the decision is NOW as to where that place will be.  I'm so comforted to know my mansion is being prepared for me right now by the King of Kings, & I WILL BE WITH MY LOVED ONES & JESUS! What do YOU have to look forward to?

CHANGE....

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Change your perspective-change your attitude....  and your life will change! It WORKED for ME! :) xoxo Now, get going! xxxx!, SPRUCE

Your Heart....

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Your HEART is what makes the difference.... not your looks.

Positive Focus!

Fin d .. ...   "YOUR" POSITIVE and FOCUS on it!

Doubt is a Thief!

Don't let DOUBT steal your DREAMS...... >>>Doubt will fade >>>>Time will pass >>>>>And you'll be left holding your DREAMS. ~ ~ LIVE TODAY! ~ ~

2013 NEW Beginnings: Launch of Spruce's blog!

This blog has been a long time coming, and I'm finally here!! << 2013 signifies NEW beginnings for Spruce Dickerson, Miss Plus America Elite 2011 >> I am excited to usher in this new year as I have been seriously preparing for my new season of life!  I closed my business of 16 years a couple of months ago, and am ready to run full steam ahead with my motivational speaking, emceeing, and modeling career!  SPRUCE DICKERSON ENTERPRISES has been birthed!!  The Lord tells me:  "No eye has seen, no ear has heard, no mind has conceived what God has planned for those who love him." (1Corinthians 2:9)  Well.... I do love him, so that only means he has plans that are going to blow me away!!  And, I'm ready!! 2012 was a great year of deeper self-discovery.  A journey of growth that has been exciting thus far, and I look so very forward to more and more of it! So much swirling around in my heart and head that I want to share with you for encouragement and