Melika's Journey: Just catching up

Melika's Journey: Just catching up: So many things happened since the last time I posted.  Wow, it has been an emotional journey.  I have to be honest with you.  I don't kn...

Just catching up

So many things happened since the last time I posted.  Wow, it has been an emotional journey.  I have to be honest with you.  I don't know where my life is going, but I do know that I have to make the most of the days that I have.  My birthday just passed.  I turned 41.  Yey me!  I can't believe it!  I told my mom today that I feel that this second half of my life is going to be better than the first half.  By the way, she's excited about turning 70.  (My mom is amazing!)  On my birthday, I had a light bulb moment.  I don't know, but it made me feel so special.  Here's what I realized:  My purpose for being born is to be an encouragement to the lives of others.  Now, don't get me wrong.  I've always believed that my life is to be used to encourage and inspire others, but it truly made sense to me this day.  I feel more aware of why God sent me to this earth and has allowed me to live here for this moment.  I truly believe that we are all sent to this earth and we have to be open, guided to the purpose of our existence.  In order for me to be led to this place, I've been open to Jesus leading me and directing my entire life.  This has been so hard, but it is an adventure! With me letting go and being guided, He has led me to graduate school (I'm studying to become a mental health counselor with emphasis on spiritual care),  to a new job (I'm a continuing education teacher at Bronx Community College), and to new and deeper relationships.  He is also leading me in my career as a Indie Soul Artist/entertainer.  Ya'll, I feel so excited about what's to come! I don't even know what is about to happen, but I know it's going to be amazing and I'll be able to share it with all of you!!  That is my hope.  I just want to use music to touch your hearts and move your souls.  While I'm allowed to be here, I want to live the best complete life that I can and do everything that I am created to do.  I hope to meet you along this journey and have the chance to connect with you in some way and I pray that you live your life to the fullest and be a light that shines.
All to God's glory!
Peace, Love, and Hair Grease!!

Life's Questions

I've been using this blog to share about my life.  I don't know who is interested in this, but, I believe that I have learned lessons over my life time that I can't keep to myself.  Writing about my life is also therapeutic.  So, with this in mind, I wanted to talk about my year.  This year is coming to an end really quickly and it has been one filled with so many emotions and questions.  I quit teaching at Promise Academy High School.  I couldn't take the foolishness anymore.  I'll talk about that later.  After finishing up my year there, my mom was diagnosed with breast cancer. Jesus taught me to have faith and just believe that He will heal her.  He did.  

After returning, back to New York, I didn't know what I was going to do with my life.  My music career wasn't happening and I didn't have any jobs lined up.  My life has been about walking by faith and not by sight.  This moment is truly an example of this.  I sent my resume out to different places and no one responded. I ended up going to check out a program at Fordham University for a masters in pastoral counseling and spiritual care. I was not thinking about going back to school but it ended up being in God's plans.  My life is in his hands.  I was accepted to the program and just finished my first semester.  I'm excited about what I'm learning and I look forward to what God is going to do with this.

In addition to grad school, I'm still pursuing my music career.  Over this year, I was able to record several songs and one was released.  With all of this, I still have questions.  What is going to happen with my music?  Will it be used to reach the world and help heal many soul? (yes, if it is My will).  Will I be able to do my talk show and also do other things in the entertainment industry? (Yes, if it is my will). Will I be able to tour the world and reach out to many people?  (Yes, if it is my will.)  Will I be able to help people heal through teaching them about you? (Yes, that is my will). Will I be able to finish my degree within the time we have set? (Yes, if it is my will). 

Melika, all power is in my hand and through my Son I have shown you how much I am willing to do for you.  These things you ask are small in comparison to what I will and can do for your life.  Remain faithful to me and I will show you the way to go.  You don't have to worry about anything.  I have you in the palm of my hand.  Remember, you are mine.  You belong to me and I belong to you.  I am your portion and in me you must put your trust.  All things were created by me, so all things come from me, that includes your dreams and your goals.  Always remember that I am the true and living God, your Father and I have promised you to always be with you.  I love you.