THE MAKING OF A VIRTUOUS WOMAN.

WELCOME TO A BRAND NEW LIFE!

A LIFE WHERE YOU GROW, MATURE, DEVELOP, CHANGE, EVOLVE AND RESOLVE TO BECOME YOUR VERY BEST YOU; THE WOMAN GOD KNEW BEFORE THE FOUNDATIONS OF THE WORLD… THE WOMAN HE IS LOOKING FOR IN THIS EARTH RIGHT NOW, DOING THE VERY THING(S) YOU WERE CREATED, DESIGNED AND EQUIPPED FOR!

IT’S TIME TO LIVE THE PROPHECY THAT GOD SPOKE OVER YOU AS HE PRECISIONALLY PUT YOU TOGETHER, TIME TO ALLOW IT TO COME TO AND THROUGH YOU FOR THE PERFECTION OF PURPOSE, THE MANIFESTATION OF PROMISE AND FINALLY FOR THE SATISFACTION & GLORIFICATION OF GOD ALMIGHTY.

IT’S TIME TO EMERGE BEAUTIFULLY… EMERGE THE WOMAN YOU NEVER KNEW; YET, ALWAYS KNEW WAS WITHIN YOU. THE POWERFUL, ANOINTED BEING MADE IN THE IMAGE AND LIKENESS OF GOD; THE WOMAN SHAPED WITH THE SAME FORM AS OTHERS; YET, POSSESSES A UNIQUENESS ALL HER OWN. A WOMAN DESIGNED TO STAND OUT INDIVIDUALLY WHILE FITTING TOGETHER COHESIVELY AS A RELEVANT MEMBER OF THE BODY OF CHRIST.

WELCOME TO THE PROGRAM THAT WILL ALLOW THE REAL YOU TO SHINE THROUGH CONFIDENTLY AND COURAGEOUSLY AS YOU FULFILL YOUR DESTINY, LEARN YOUR PURPOSE, WALK IN YOUR PROMISE AND FINALLY LIVE YOUR PROPHECY!!!

ABUNDANCE IN LIFE BEGINS WITH THE DISCOVERY, DEVELOPMENT AND USE OF OUR GOD-GIVEN GIFTS, TALENTS AND SKILLS. TODAY BEGINS YOUR 12-MONTH JOURNEY TO THE BRAND NEW YOU. IT IS MY PRAYER, PURPOSE AND PROMISE AS YOUR MENTOR, TEACHER AND COACH, TO HAVE YOU WALK AWAY FROM THIS PROGRAM COMPLETELY EQUIPPED AND TRANSFORMED IN YOUR MIND AND BUILT UP IN YOUR SPIRIT AND BELIEF SYSTEM.

YOU WILL BE READY TO CONQUER THE WORLD, PRESENT BOLDLY THE NEW YOU AND EMBRACE THE TRUE GIFTS THAT JESUS GAVE DURING HIS CALARY EXPERIENCE, GIFTS OF: SALVATION, AUTHORITY, POWER AND ABUNDANCE IN LIFE, AS YOU NEVER HAVE BEFORE. WHEN WE’VE RECONNECTED TO THE POWER SOURCE AND WE EXPERIENCE THAT TRUE COMPLETE ONENESS WITH CHRIST, WE CAN ACTUALLY WALK CONFIDENTLY AND CONSISTLY LIKE HIM. REMEMBER: THIS IS YOUR BIRTHRIGHT AS A BORN-AGAIN BELIEVER; SO, LET YOUR TRANSFORMATION TO WHOLENESS BEGIN!

DEBRA “DEE” POOLE
President, E.B. University ~ LIFE-Style Epitomist and Destiny LIFE Coach!
Founder, Women of Destiny, LLC "Purpose-Minded to Promise".

E.B. University ~ Emerge Beautifully... U!

This is dedicated to the one I Love... & LIKE! Family and Tyler Declouet; my baby, inspiration & LOVE.

by Dee Poole on Monday, August 1, 2011 at 6:56pm

I mentioned earlier in the last blog that I'd finished with my family members but I'd be remissed if I didn't mention several other people all at once and then end this with my beautiful baby girl.

My family is huge and my love for them even more than that. I have been blessed with an awesome crew; they are beautiful, handsome, intelligent, talented, couragous, honorable and I can not overlook any of them.

Niece and Nephews: Lakisha, Arthur, Latoya, Terese, CJ, Courtney, Brandon, Terrell, Marshay, Donte, Kendre, Kye, Ivory, Khalil, D'Koby, Kiana, Ciara, Kidesha, Paris, Kaylee... oh my, that's alot to remember. Not to mention their beautiful children. I love each of you and thank God for the time we have shared and will share. It has been an honor to be a part of your lives and to watch each of you grow and mature. For those of you who are not close by, I love you and pray for you daily. May God richly bless and keep, honor and teach all of you HIS statures and ways and may you all come to KNOW and accept Jesus into your life (if you've not already). I pray wholeness for each of you and perfection in the places of purpose that God has preordained for you. God Bless, Aunt Deede.

To the host of cousins here on FB, I love you and for those of you who have played an intregal role in my life on any level (you KNOW who you are), I thank God for sending you and using you to help develop me. I pray continued success through life and complete and total surrender and agreement to HIS will for you and the the fulfillment of purpose prophesied (by GOD) over your lives. XOXXOXO, Deede

To my extended family (Declouet and Jones, etc)... thank you for your love and support of me all these years. It's been over 18 years of KNOWING and growing with you. I appreciate the love that is still shown to me by you and the continued help and acceptance of Ty in your homes, hearts and lives... I know what you're thinking, she is your family and you are absolutely right. I LOVE Y'ALL and pray God's hand of Power and heart of LOVE for each of you forevermore. May God Bless YOU Always.

NOW, my darling heart... what can I say? MY life completely changed at your birth. You are the second true ministry that I had and the first that I recognized. It was YOU, before you ever breathed your first breath, who inspired me to change. It was knowing I was responsible for a life that made me rethink my decisions and take a close look at what I call life... I now know that I wasn't living at all until I surrendered to Christ and that was inspired by the idea of you.

The woman I am today is because of the example I wished to be for you and that example has allowed me to share the transforming principles of Christ's Word with others. Still today you inspire ministries by teaching me. If I deal with something challenging with you, I realize that I am not the first, nor will I be the last and in that I think to do something with this knowledge that will empower others. "Finding ME... More" is a testament of that in this earth. I journey not in vain because I constantly use the insight given me to make someone else's journey a little bit easier.

I continue to look to the time when we will walk in this capacity together; however, in the meantime... it is my complete JOY and HONOR to pour into, nurture and prepare you for your next roles in life. YOU are my ministry, Tyler Danielle and the true love of my life. A beautiful composition of and from a beautiful FATHER... a happy, healthy, joy-filled reminder of what was (Daniel), what is (US) and what is to come... (Abundance) and I am forever grateful for the role of being your mom. YOU keep a smile on my face and I know your prayers cover me daily... I smile even more knowing that YOUR LOVE will forever remain even after life.

This is dedicated to the ONES I Love... & LIKE. It is a heartfelt acknowledgement of all who have been a part of my life on a most personal level.

Finally to the one I live to love and nurture forever... my darling daughter, Tyler D.

~dp

This is dedicated to the one I Love... & LIKE! Joycelyn K. Banks

by Dee Poole on Monday, August 1, 2011 at 10:56am

I smile at the thought of writing this particular blog. It is to HONOR my last sibling and it ushers in a new paradigm of Honor beyond this realm; however, the smile that is upon my face is not one of relief for the new place... the smile comes when I think of today's recipient.

I do not wish to brag but I feel like I'm about to; it's like you can't help yourself. I LOVE and LIKE Joycelyn because she's AWESOME!

I have watched my little sister, whom I used to babysit at a very early age, blossom into a beautiful, intelligent and accomplished young woman. I am so proud... she just graduated from High School and attained a Certification while there, she was a Co-Captain of the dance team @ Northside High School and still dances today having traded the applause of the students for the admiration and applause of the church. She is a hard worker, kind, loving and consistent which is something that a lot of people struggle with.

Consistence means you are the same way every time... now, to be truthful, we all have changes in mood: happy, sad, laughing, crying, feeling pain, or extreme joy... this is not what I'm referring to. I am talking about character and being able to trust that beyond emotions she is the same with me and all around her. She is committed to her family (often becoming my designated babysitter) and doesn't complain (much). I love that I can depend on someone I trust with one of my most prized possession... my daughter, Tyler.

Joycelyn, because this is for you today, I wish to remind you of the days that make me smile when I think of you, they are: the day you graduated from Ms. Grace Dance Academy and I rewarded that accomplishment with my beloved collectible porcelain musical dancing doll... words could not express the feelings that overwhelmed me that night as I watched in amazement the anointing that is upon you to dance. It was with complete joy and pride that I sat there, like I was your mom instead of your sister. I still feel that protective, maternal feeling towards you (perhaps b/c I had the joy of nurturing your life from the very beginning, ;-)). The second occasion is the night of the YOUTH/YOUNG ADULT EXTRAVAGANZA, wow!!! I will never forget the way your liturgical/mime dance ministered to me... girl, you are definitely anointed and God has truly put a divine gift in you for it.

I look forward to our conversations and your next moves.

You are an amazing woman, always remember that and as you journey through life, it is my prayer that God increases HIS hold upon you and that you make this world stand up and take notice of the LIGHT OF GOD on the inside of you. An anointing like yours is not made for small settings, though we are not to despise small beginnings, they prepare us for the LARGE things God has in store for us.

I Love YOU, Kishaun... keep doing what you're doing... YOU MAKE ME SMILE cause YOU MAKE ME PROUD!!!

This is dedicated to the one I Love... & LIKE! Today that person is Joycelyn Kishaun Banks and she is: my lil sis.

This is dedicated to the one I love... & LIKE! Today's Recipient is my lil sis, RHONDA POOLE!

by Dee Poole on Sunday, July 31, 2011 at 2:09pm

Inseparable... that was us!

Twins is what everyone thought, though two years separates our age. Rhonda and I have a unique relationship and because of that, you won't read about it in its entirety here; rather, you'll feel the Honor by what is NOT written.

I respect her for many different reasons: her persistence, dedication to life and those in hers, her taste and tenacity; however, the reason that I'll focus on today is... HER HONESTY!

"Realness" in today's society is rare; but, REAL she is. I have learned over the years to trust her honesty and though I may not always agree, I do consider and respect her view because I know it comes from a pure place. When you speak of this particular trait in an individual, it requires a lot of discretion. This type of person is invaluable in your life, you honor them and the roles they play so much that you don't do anything to hinder and harm it.

I love Rhonda and our relationship... we laugh a lot together, we speak honestly and truthfully without fear of being judged; we plan together and though we live different lives (we all do), they are very similar in terms of moral, parental and social beliefs. We both are very private when it comes to certain things and we honor that in and about each other. Trust is earned, not just given, and I TRUST her and her heart towards all things Dee. She is my little sis and one of my best friends and no matter where life takes us, she will always hold that title.

I respect and admire the intelligent woman that you are (Ms. Valedictorian) and the life that you have built for your family. You deserve to be HONORED for your commitment to excellence, your diligence and your many achievements.

I Love you always, and respect you even more. You have always played a special role in my life and I want you to know that when it was time to transition into the NEW those many years ago, it was YOUR input and undeniably heartfelt truth that helped me make the final decision. Still today, the thought of that day evokes an emotion of gratefulness for your presence in my life. I am the woman I am today, in part, because of your heart, for when you saw what you deemed unjust in my life, you had the courage and fiery determination to speak on it and see change. Your truth and honesty over 10 years ago won over any excuse I may have made prior. Thank YOU for that and I thank God for using YOUR TRUTH to break through the LIE and set me FREE.

This is dedicated to the one I Love... & LIKE! Today's Recipient is one of my most trusted sisters, friends, prayer partners and companions: A true believer and Woman of Destiny, Rhonda Poole.

Grounded, HUMBLED, and Blessed!

by Dee Poole on Thursday, July 28, 2011 at 8:35pm

How do you hold on to your history while reaching for your prophecy and walking in your destiny? Did you get that? Well, to be sure, let's take it one step at a time.

1.) History ~ not necessarily what you've been through; rather, who were you growing up and what things you liked then? What was fun to you? Who (family) did you love and why (this helps you to gain a unique appreciation for them)? What did they add to you? What did you LEARN from them that has equipped you for this journey your on? What were the things that brought you the most JOY and felt like God to you?

Example:
As a young girl I'd lie on my back, looking up at the sky and watch the clouds. I always loved landscapes and different scenery; I loved nature... hearing birds chirping, winds blowing and even rainfall. Today I still enjoy watching the shapes of the clouds, the sunset or rise, the stars and the moon; I still like the sound the rain makes on the windowpane... I love the rain when I'm not driving in it :-).

I carried that with me all these years, it makes me smile and brings me JOY!

2.) Prophecy ~ not a word in the future per se; rather, that thing on the inside of you that calls to you, pulls at you and longs for you to release it in this Earth. It is your purpose for living; you're WHY? Why do I exist; that "reason" is your prophecy. It is that thing that God had in mind for you when HE strategically, perfectly and meticulously designed you. HE has already equipped you for this thing; everything for its fulfillment lies within you... it sits dormant, awaiting your discovery and/or release. Another way of KNOWING this is by identifying the things that you are great at. Those things you could do with your eyes closed, they are so natural to you that it comes to you like breathing. This is
the purpose, promise and prophecy that God spoke over you during your creation. He fashioned you for it, nobody can do "THAT" like you. You're anointed for it and it brings you complete peace and JOY!!!

Example:
I love to write, right now as I sit I have things that were pulling at me and getting me out of my peaceful place... this time alone with God (by way of the Spirit) has allowed me to release that burden. I've given it over to Him, not on purpose, though I did that through prayer earlier, but subconsciously, without even thinking about it; I am made aware that I am thinking about this and NOT that and I have JOY and I feel and KNOW that God is present.
Operating here brings a PEACE which passes understanding!

3.) Destiny ~ did you know that you're walking in it right now. Presently we create our destiny!!! Every step you take, every move you make, you are literally designing, creating and/or changing your future. Your today is sown into tomorrow and so forth. Every word spoken, every seed planted, every soul saved or edified through your existence in this life. It's a part of your today which is shaping your tomorrow.

Example:

I read a book recently by Jeff Olson called "The Slight Edge" and in this phenomenal book, Jeff explains the difference between where you are now and what we'll call success; arriving where you want or wish to be (prophecy). He says, in this fast paced society we've forgot about the one element that we can't control but that we often lose sight of in rush to the finish line of life and that is time. We have forgotten the process portion of everything. Time ~ each of us have the same amount of it allotted to us daily; the question is, what are you doing with it? Are you enjoying this gift that we've often taken for granted and rarely acknowledged as we race to the next technological invention. Time invested in action today, action tomorrow and the next day will yield a crop of that action multiplied and it will gain its own momentum tomorrow and a steady natural flow for the duration of your existence. A steady progression of destined action will lead you to that place that you were searching for all along.

To remain grounded (rooted) remember your history; but, not the bad stuff only. We give too much energy to those things; rather, look with focused eyes to the places of your beginnings. These are those places or times that you’ve stumbled upon, ran across or walked into a new thing that you loved. We experience many firsts in life and a lot of them become a part of our being as we adapt to it. We add it to our person just as naturally as we add water and sugar to kool-aid and create something totally different in texture, flavor and form. It mixes and blends into you becoming second nature to you; like you've just put on a coat or added a layer of clothing.

To remain humbled (level-minded) means to do all you can with all you have and remain in a place of approachability, teachable, personable and honest in this one truth; no one race, gender or denomination are any better than the next. We all were created by Greatness, in Greatness for the sole purpose of manifesting Greatness in the Earth. (Greatness is interchangeable with GOD). We KNOW that God does nothing in vain; there is a purpose for everything He does, so that fact that He created us is reason to celebrate. Think not more highly of yourself than you ought; give love and respect to all.

To be blessed means to be empowered to prosper, to be established in truth and certain in all things. Whatever your goal in life may be, I pray that attached to your purpose is a people. We are blessed to be a blessing and many times we hear this in terms of financially; however, we can bless and be blessed daily by sharing a hug, and love.

Give of yourself in a different capacity than monetary and I guarantee the reward in HEAVEN and EARTH will be yours.

The love reciprocated, gratitude expressed and the appreciation given from one person to the next is so fulfilling. Blessings flow where there are a blessed places and people. If you’d take from your treasure (knowledge, wisdom, understanding, prayer, hugs, love, TIME and resources like money) and invest that into someone else, you'll have your reward in both realms because this is what we are here for. We are here to fill completely and subdue totally, the earth with the presence of God ALIVE IN US.

Embrace who you've been (grounded - HISTORY) ; reach for where you’re going (Humbled ~ PROPHECY) and start now with what you own and possess (Blessed and Destined ~ DESTINY)...

Remember your History, Pursue your Destiny and you will LIVE your Prophecy!

God Bless YOU.

~dp

This is dedicated to the one I Love... & LIKE! Today's Recipient IS: J. Lenette Poole, my big sis..

by Dee Poole on Friday, July 29, 2011 at 7:34am

Today I wish to HONOR my sister, Lenette. It wasn't difficult at all to know for what, she possess COURAGE like no one else I've known. Yep, that's right, COURAGE... she has the uncanny ability to stare opposition in the face, do whatever is necessary and when the dust settles, you best believe, she is still standing.

There were a few things that I could've shared about her; but, when it all balls down to it, this is what I see in every situation. She is "warrior" strong; like Daniel going into the Lion's Den because he chose to still pray to his God, like Shadrach, Meshach and Abed-Nego going into the fiery furnace because they refused to bow down. She can even be likened unto Joshua leading the Children of Israel, after Moses death, into the Promised Land, my sister is a pioneer.

She is intelligent and fearless. Whatever she wants, whatever she desires, she goes for it! It reminds me as a Christian that the Lord requires us to be and do the same. We should be able to look adversary in the eye, stand with an iron-clad resolve that come hail or high waters, we will not be moved... I'm going to stand, no matter how hard the winds may blow or how long the storm clouds roll; I trust… I am steadfast and unmovable!

It takes confidence in oneself to do the things she's done. She was the first of our clan to pick up all her belongings, along with her children and move to an unknown land. It's funny because half of us are here where she first decided to move. She's an explorer, a warrior, confident and sure; she's a fearless fighter and whether she is fighting spiritually or naturally, it doesn't really matter... what matters is that she believes she can. Whether, she wins or shrinks back in defeat (rare); she is wise enough to be able to fight another day and that is what is required in life. Intelligence, courage, fearless determination, strength, confidence, and wisdom... now, add CHRIST and WOW!!! You now have a David on your hands, the kind of warrior that kills lions, bears and Goliaths; not just his thousands as Saul did; rather, his (or her) tens of thousands. How many enemies have she slain in her lifetime; only God knows, but I’m sure it ranks “HIGH” up there!

I love my sister, I REALLY DO... she's shown me a lot through the years without ever realizing it. When facing a difficult situation or when the storms of life come beating at the door, as they sometimes do, I stand and though I have the Word of God as reference to KNOW that the Lord will see me through, I also have Lenette, warrior princess, who smiles in the face of enemy, draws her sword, with her own armor of choice (David refused to wear Saul’s), takes her stance and fearlessly goes to war. She is such a sight to see... I pause only briefly as I am reminded of one of my favorite movies at the moment, Secretariat; I hear the scripture being stated at intro of the movie. God is speaking to Job (Job was complaining) as HE says to him: “Do YOU make the horse that runs fearlessly out to war... etc”?

God made my sister Lenette, just as HE did that astounding thoroughbred, and HE put in her a quick mind, precise hands, and fearless heart, as well as, stamina and endurance... she possesses the strength and courage of a winner.

That's who and what she is. J. Lenette Poole ~ pioneer, warrior princess and winner!!! I have my own action figure live in front of me and I LOVE ME SOME... HER!

This is dedicated to the one I love... & LIKE and today's recipient, hands down, is: J. LENETTE POOLE and I am blessed and honored to say that she belongs to me... she is my big sis!

This is dedicated to the one I Love & LIKE... Today's Recipient: Theresa Poole. Happy Birthday, Big Sis!!!!.

by Dee Poole on Tuesday, July 26, 2011 at 6:40pm

My big sis has been a major inspiration to me! I have always looked up to Theresa and let me tell you why. This woman has style; she can dance like nobody’s business and was always doing something awesome to that naturally
curly hair of hers.

Of all my sisters, she was the one I’d always tried to emulate.

Ok, so I spent many hours in the mirror watching her transform; she’d put on her makeup, comb her gorgeous mane and come out looking even more beautiful then she entered. I’ll never forget watching her burn eyeliners (yes, I was paying attention… don’t do it thoughJ), mix grease and water to make her hair shine (I think I messed my hair up one day trying to do that :-) ) and if I was ever jealous of anything, it would be that of all the girls in this family, Theresa is the one who came out with daddy’s HAZEL eyes (you know those should have been mine. LOL). Ok, enough about that, let’s have some REAL TALK.

Can anybody remember those high school fancy dancers??? Well, Ms. Tee was one of them and she’d come home doing splits and kicks; practicing those new routines, she knew every popular dance their was and she
OWN them; if that wasn’t enough, she also danced with our brother’s group; popping and locking… you guessed it, SHOW STOPPING! This girl is BADDDD!!!! She used to create dances for us to perform for our parents… we had a singing/dance group and it consisted of her, my lil sis, and myself; we always had a blast.

I remember when I first began to feel the tug of my entrepreneur’s spirit; I use to tell T., I’m going to open a hair salon – fitness studio combo and we’re going to offer dance. YOU (her) are going to be the choreographer! Talent like hers just can’t be wasted. Theresa is also one of the first members in our family to work in management and guess who followed in her footsteps, yeah, that would be me!!!

Tee, I love you and I never realized until I began doing these blogs how much I have gleaned from y’all over the years. You have been an inspiration and apparently a tremendous influence in my life. Watching you achieve so much helped me to garner a determination to do the same. I now possess an “I can do all things, achieve anything, and have the very best of anything” kind of attitude and though I give all credit for that to God and HIS

Word, I smile knowing that I first SAW it manifested in you.

I love you so much and pray that this day, for you, has been one of the HAPPIEST BIRTHDAYS EVER!!! Your little sister is proud of you and is always in your corner routing you on.

God Bless and MULITIPLY YOU!!!!

This is dedicated to the one I Love and LIKE! Today’s Recipient and Birthday Girl is: Theresa Poole, my big sis.
~dp

Here's To YOU!!!

This is dedicated to the one I Love & LIKE... Today's Recipient: Theresa Poole. Happy Birthday, Big Sis!!!!

by Dee Poole on Tuesday, July 26, 2011 at 6:40pm

My big sis has been a major inspiration to me! I have always looked up to Theresa and let me tell you why. This woman has style; she can dance like nobody’s business and was always doing something awesome to that naturally
curly hair of hers.

Of all my sisters, she was the one I’d always tried to emulate.

Ok, so I spent many hours in the mirror watching her transform; she’d put on her makeup, comb her gorgeous mane and come out looking even more beautiful then she entered. I’ll never forget watching her burn eyeliners (yes, I was paying attention… don’t do it thoughJ), mix grease and water to make her hair shine (I think I messed my hair up one day trying to do that :-) ) and if I was ever jealous of anything, it would be that of all the girls in this family, Theresa is the one who came out with daddy’s HAZEL eyes (you know those should have been mine. LOL). Ok, enough about that, let’s have some REAL TALK.

Can anybody remember those high school fancy dancers??? Well, Ms. Tee was one of them and she’d come home doing splits and kicks; practicing those new routines, she knew every popular dance their was and she OWNED them; if that wasn’t enough, she also danced with our brother’s group; popping and locking… you guessed it, SHOW STOPPING! This girl is BADDDD!!!! She used to create dances for us to perform for our parents… we had a singing/dance group and it consisted of her, my lil sis, and myself; we always had a blast.

I remember when I first began to feel the tug of my entrepreneur’s spirit; I use to tell T., I’m going to open a hair salon – fitness studio combo and we’re going to offer dance. YOU (her) are going to be the choreographer! Talent like hers just can’t be wasted. Theresa is also one of the first members in our family to work in management and guess who followed in her footsteps, yeah, that would be me!!!

Tee, I love you and I never realized until I began doing these blogs how much I have gleaned from y’all over the years. You have been an inspiration and apparently a tremendous influence in my life. Watching you achieve so much helped me to garner a determination to do the same. I now possess an “I can do all things, achieve anything, and have the very best of anything” kind of attitude and though I give all credit for that to God and HIS

Word, I smile knowing that I first SAW it manifested in you.

I love you so much and pray that this day, for you, has been one of the HAPPIEST BIRTHDAYS EVER!!! Your little sister is proud of you and is always in your corner routing you on.

God Bless and MULITIPLY YOU!!!!

This is dedicated to the one I Love and LIKE! Today’s Recipient and Birthday Girl is: Theresa Poole, my big sis.

~dp

Here's To YOU!!!

In Between Time

What IS this season we seem to be experiencing in bulk???

Many women asking me the same question... what do we do after a breakup? You know, in that awkward phase when you miss what you've become accustom to, like: long conversations, quality time, quiet time alone, someone to laugh with and for you to say "I love you" to and they reciprocate. Here's my advice: pray, own your feelings, let it out (cry if need be), release them in LOVE and TRUST GOD for the mending of your hearts and for better times to come. TIME heals all wounds... TIME, not ANOTHER man. Another man will only confuse the situation and your feelings.

True WHOLENESS comes when you are able to honestly assess your feelings. Realness precedes WHOLENESS, and WHOLENESS precedes BLESSEDNESS! God will bless you with what and who you deserve when you are whole and ready. Remember, our Father loves that person or "type of person" you are praying for just as much as HE loves you and HE will never give them to you if you're not ready because YOU will abuse HIS GIFT and this "gift" is also His child. So, heal and deal with yourself first. Write in a journal, start a blog, focus on your career, children, fitness or any other positive activity. Become a better you by being proactive in your complete development and you will walk into a better season without even realizing it.

This journey will be like any other... one step at a time but in the end. YOU WILL REACH YOUR DESTINATION ~ a whole woman ready to receive a whole man... two that can become one flesh and compliment one another in the most fulfilling way.

God bless you and Happy Healing!!!
Love ya,
~dp

This is dedicated to the ONE I Love... & LIKE! Today this is in HONOR & LOVING MEMORY of my sister, Jacqueline M. Poole.

by Dee Poole on Monday, July 25, 2011 at 12:29am

My HONOREE today is my sister and friend, Jacqueline “Jackie” Poole. What can I say about my LOVE? I won’t make this long because it’s not necessary. She was loving, giving, compassionate, my friend, and most trusted confidante. She was my Bestie and Women of Destiny’s first member, investor and a true believer in what it was and is to be. She was my sounding board for every situation, for this tremendous vision that God was revealing and my confidence in LOVE… never will I ever forget her words to me during a trying time and after a major breakup in my life. “I don’t care what anybody else says or does, what you think or how you feel… you need to know that if no one else ever loved or loves you… I DO and always have”.

My confidence in LOVE is what my sister assured me that day and that is this: there is never an instance in my existence that I should ever think that I was not loved because her love is ever-present… I still feel it today. Thank you, JP, for your insistence that day… you made sure that I received those words in my heart and spirit. When I am having a bad day, feeling alone or briefly unloved, I remember you and what you spoke so passionately, ardently and powerfully that evening at Amelia Manor. I carry you, your words and that moment with me in my spirit everyday and I know beyond a shadow of doubt that LOVE is with me, in me and FOR ME.

Jackie was the inspiration for Debra’s Poetic Justice, the poem written in her honor was the first one I’ve ever recited publicly… though at her funeral, the response to it was tremendous and the confirmation that it was not the only time God would use me in that capacity came week after week. Now poetry has grown into a lucrative business for me, one that has blessed homes, families, ministries, etc. all over the US and the poetry portion of Women of Destiny, LLC is forever dedicated to her.

This is dedicated to the one I Love & LIKE… today it’s in loving memory of my beloved sister and friend, Jacqueline M. Poole.

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This Is Dedicated to the one I Love and LIKE! Today's recipient: Clarence Poole, Jr.

by Dee Poole on Sunday, July 24, 2011 at 1:45am

What can I say about big brothers??? Every girl secretly wishes for one and this girl has one!!! I love my brother, my PROTECTOR!!! Yep, that's right... mess with me and you'll be surprised at the response. My big bro has always protected his sisters (there were 6 of us) and you'd be crazy to want to feel his wrath... like, seriously. LOL

My brother is cool though, down for whatever... barbecues, crawfish boils, family gatherings, dominoes, pity pat, shooting pool, etc. He's awesome, funny, MESSY (I cried many days until I realized he meant no harm and just spoke hard... lol; I can be tough as nails but there was a time that he (and he alone) could make me lose my bearings... so glad that time is OVER). He loves to watch movies and he has an huge collection... were I to live next to him; Redbox and Blockbuster would never see me again. :-) My brother has the most beautiful handwriting in the world, calligraphy just seems to be his left-handed writing style and one I have secretly admired for the longest time.

So, what do I remember about my awesome brother??? I remember a day in middle school when we had to do a project and I needed a ROSE, a pretty one, drawn on my posterboard... I struggled and then asked him to do it for me. HE is soooooooooooo talented as an artist. I kept that rose until the paper wore out :-) and then copying his lead; he took the drawing test, I attempted the same... I guess I didn't realize it but I respected his creativity and skill. He made a 99 on that test, if I remember correctly, and I made a 95! He is one of the cleanest men I know and yet he's my second mechanic of choice, just as good as his daddy. I Love my brother... and I remember the breakdance crew he either established or just danced on... it was so entertaining to watch him, my sister and Kenny Boo handle their business in the livingroom... creating unique dance steps and blowing my mind with the electric boogaloo, the robot and the pop... they had it going on... yes, they did :-). He used to bring my lil sis and I to the movies or to his home for sleepovers that allowed us to watch unlimited movies.

He is a man of multiple skills and talents... I use to love sitting on the back of the car as a child, watching as he and the fellows in the coalshoot played ball in the street; he was an incredible athelete and I was his cheerleader! I love him because he is my brother and because he's made me a stronger woman in so many areas of my life. I face challenges and opposition better because of him. I was in spiritual bootcamp and he was my drill sargeant. I LOVE also that he is the father of his children and my nieces and nephews whom I also LOVE and how he has impacted my daughter's life, who now refers to him as one of her FAVORITE uncles.

YOU are an awesome person Tyrone and your lil sis... LOVES and genuinely LIKES you. May God continue to bless and increase you... in every possible way!

This is dedicated to the one I love... & LIKE! Today that person is my BIG bro... Mr. Clarence Poole, Jr.

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Dee Poole This picture is dedicated to you as well, in remembrance of the ROSE you drew for me all those years ago, I wish I still had it. I love you, T.
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Clarence Poole Thanks. I LOVE U too.
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Dee Poole You know what... I just remember that the LAST gift you gave me (maybe last year) was a porcelain rose; it sits in my curio cabinet... so, I do still have a ROSE from YOU! :-)

This is dedicated to the ONE(s) I Love... & LIKE!!! (My Parents) Part 2 ~ My MOM!!!.

by Dee Poole on Saturday, July 23, 2011 at 3:16am

So, my goal in this is to honor one person in my life who has been a
blessing and I'm thinking the duration is one year. 365 days of honoring
others... what an awesome project to undertake. I mentioned one person a day; but, I can't do that today. As I think about certain post they either deserve the same page or at least the same DAY. My parents created (naturally) me together... I would not be here if they hadn't gotten TOGETHER. So, together I will thank and HONOR them and yet separately explain how and why I LOVE and LIKE both my parents.

Joyce F. Jenkins (formerly Poole)... wow, where do I begin? For about both
my parents, I could probably write a book. My mother was and STILL IS a
Fashionista!!! That really had to be the first statement made in her honor. My momma KNOW how to handle clothes, makeup, skin care (still looks like she's my sister), hair style (where do you think I get my knowledge), and can walk the runways of fashion probably better than some of the most high paid models. She participated in several style shows and I remember many times looking in fascination at the pictures of how she transformed in a moment’s time to complete the show. My MOMMA is a Fashion DIVA!

This beautiful woman exudes a confidence that can not be touched; she has a
tenacity to strive for the best in life and is no stranger to success or hard work. She and my dad both hold the title of inspiration for me. Where and how do you begin, when you know the truth and that is they married very young and bore 7 children, raised them by themselves and took in others when it seemed to them the proper thing to do. We never lacked and I remember this particularly about my mom... she never turned anyone away for a plate. Oh yeah, did I not mention that this woman can COOK, yes she can. I love my mother so much.

I still, as a grown woman, run to momma when I need something extra that
this world can never offer me. I lay across her bed and enjoy the thought that my momma is here to hear, hold, and help... she's here to dry my tears and offer advice in every arena. I've faced some horrible challenges that could have or did break my spirit, and it was she who reminded me of who I am. She taught me to pray, enrolled me in the church choir and made sure I was baptized. She invested in me and if I say momma I need your help right now, I know she is either coming over or awaiting my arrival at her address, exactly 8 minutes away from my domain. Now, the fact that I know
exactly how long it takes to get from here to there and there to here ought to be an indication of our bond. A safe haven is a place that you never have to guess about where it is located... I know every possible route to that address!!!

I love her and cherish her support and love so much that I can't possibly
think of her not being that close... it brings tears to my eyes. This is the
woman who birthed me, loved me and taught me my abc's. momma taught me to pray, she sang hymns at the stove as she cooked... we'd pull out the hymnal and I'd just listen to her sing to her heavenly Father... yes, she can BLOW! My mom is a fun loving woman with a good heart, she loves to laugh, as do I, and I smile at the thought that if she gets tickled too hard, she can't stop laughing... gasping to catch her breath, tears falling down her eyes and grabbing her side in a laughing fit so contagious that we too laugh... not at her but with her.

My mom taught me to cook, to fight, to pray and play... we liked and still likes to color and draw so I can say she encouraged my artistic style and I still find myself testing the waters of my true God-given abilities, astonishing myself sometimes... taking the drawing test and making a 95/A (yay me). I remember nights sitting on the floor with momma and my brother and sisters playing jacks, crazy eight and pity pat for candy or pennies. We really knew how to enjoy ourselves back then. We loved and still love music and dancing; oldies but goodies were always playing and momma and daddy would swing out... amazing sight to see; mommy got that salsa flavor happening and daddy is groove man, not moving much but always in tune with her flow... beautiful!!! Ok, so with all that going you'd think there couldn't be much more but there was... we formed a dance group, led by my older sister Theresa and we'd sing and dance(perform) for them, bringing them as much joy as they did to us.

My mother has excelled at all she has put her hands to and gets everything
her heart desires. She believes in herself in a way that makes you take notice and thankfully rubs off on all around her. If she's not pleased with your appearance and KNOWS you can and should do better, she'll tell you to your face and then sweetly makes a date with you to go shopping to update your wardrobe. She is fashion personified; love exemplified, courage focused and goal oriented. She still imparts into my life ways to improve my life's plan and though I feel like I am educated enough to know what and how to attain what I wish to in life, I am seriously amaze at her wisdom and the ideas she possess. I realize that I too have been blessed to experience and been privy to her life and her living. She is my mom and my first mentor ever. I don't know where I would be today without her leadership and guidance. My mom is invaluable to me... indispensable, my
gift from GOD ALMIGHTY in whom I have come to TRUST.

Thank you God for giving me HER!!! I Love and tremendously LIKE you
MOMMY!!!! Forever your baby, Deede.

This is dedicated to the one I LOVE and Like ... today that person is my
mom: Mrs. Joyce Jenkins.

This is dedicated to the ONE(s) I Love... & LIKE! (My Parents) Part 1 ~ Dad.

by Dee Poole on Saturday, July 23, 2011 at 2:03am

Okay, so I TRIED... I really did, even fell asleep writing this at 5am Friday morning... bad habit lately. So, I tried to write only about my dad and now I think there was a reason I couldn't finish besides me just being exhausted. My parents created (naturally) me together... I would not be here if they hadn't gotten TOGETHER. So, together I will thank and HONOR them and yet seperately explain how and why I LOVE and LIKE both my parents.

My dad (Clarence Poole, Sr.)... jack of all trades, MASTER MECHANIC! I love my daddy... growing up I'd spend endless hours under the hood of cars with him. He'd work all day and then have side jobs at home where I was his apprentice sometimes. Working closely together, the mastermind and his help... that's RIGHT, his help. I would hold the flashlight in place in the middle of the night as he struggled to see what he needed to or hand wrenches, screwdrivers and other tools to him in the day. Thinking back, perhaps this is where I became this independent woman who feels like she can DO whatever anybody else can... though I still don't like changing flat tires (don't tell daddy) and remain in the place of a little woman who needs a big stong man when it comes to that... LOL. Give me a nail and hammer though and I'm in my element! One of the first tools I bought for myself was an electric drill with all the bits. After helping build porches and redoing floors with daddy, I feel like a carpenter myself sometimes. I have personally put together entertainment centers, bookshelves, armoires, consoles, exercise equipment, etc... even helped to build a Wal-Mart back home. I still feel pride when I walk in that hardware dept (where I worked) and the registers that I secured at the front checkout; Walmart in BV.

Dad and I like the same types of movies and he even gets me out of my comfort zone sometimes by throwing in a moving like 'Twlight' on one of my Sunday visits. My all time favorites still today were introduced by him... Fifth Element and another Sci-fi that I can't quite say the name of right now, though I could tell you the name of the actors and that the title begins with an "E" (hate when I can't think of something), good thing that's not what's important here, my dad is. So, let's get to the good stuff like crawfish boils on those porches I mentioned earlier and many barbecues and cookouts where it seemed the whole street would wind up in our yard eating, music blasting, dancing and having a good time. Now that I think about it, perhaps we invented BLOCKPARTIES or at least 'street'parties. :-). We always played ball in the vacant lot next door, anybody from Eleventh St. remember that??? Kickball, baseball behind the Church of Christ on RR Ave., basketball and football were normal occurences in my childhood and I developed a wicked arm when it comes to football, LOVED IT!!!!

I love and like my DAD because he loves and likes me, because he took time in his life to invest in his children, raised each of us and provided for us always. I love/like him because he still does. He cares and he cheers at every success, He believes in us and when we achieve greatness; because each of us have in our own right, he is PROUD and it shows. Quiet and laid back; yet, a workaholic too... he is just that to me, an inspiration to continuously improve and to rest and enjoy life as well. I wish to make him proud and surpass anything he may have thought possible of me.

I never forget the day he cried while listening to me recite a poem I'd written and his fiance telling me I reminded her of Maya Angelou... WOW!!! Equally memorable is the day he teared up and explained to me that though he can't receive the word of God from everybody, he can sit for hours and HEAR me speak of the Lord... his reason, because I am so passionate about it and he FEELS it in his spirit/heart when I speak of my Heavenly Father and His promises. He gets it, really gets it from me... so much so that he allowed me to lead him to Christ one day. I love my dad and I like his spirit. He is a good man and my memories are mostly good when I think back to my childhood. My parents are incredible individuals who achieved great success despite great sacrifice and trials but they were so loving that they even raised other peoples kids (cousins and grandchildren at different times).

Clarence Poole, Sr., I will forever honor him as: my father, my daddy, the man I affectionately referred to as 'poppi or pops' in our many telephone conversations or one on one counseling sessions and can you guess who was giving the advice... you'd be right if you guessed it was HIM. He always has a different view point and doesn't force his way but lovingly listens, interjecting only when needed, and then gives it to you straight!!! Doesn't really matter if the advice feels good or not, it just matters that it's for your good and that it comes from a place that has LOVE, life experiences and sage advice that will lead you to the truth where decisions are made connected to it.

I LOVE and LIKE YOU Clarence Poole, Sr. ~ Always and Forever!!! YOU are my daddy and counselor, my friend and Father!!!!

This is dedicated to the one I love and like... this day it's my parents and this one is for Clarence!

This IS DEDICATED to: The ONE I LOVE... & LIKE! Today's recipient IS: ME!.

by Dee Poole on Thursday, July 21, 2011 at 8:03am

As I sit working today, pondering today's post and wondering how I'd get
this blog to my dad... I thought about the Commandments Jesus left to LOVE the Lord, your God, with all your 'being' (paraphrased) and to LOVE your neighbor as yourself; which means, to me, you should not love anybody except God (who created you), Jesus (who saved you) and the Holy Spirit (who lives w/in leading and guiding you) more than you love yourself. Why? Because they are the source from whence LOVE emanate and when your supply is running low, just as with a vehicle, they are where you go FIRST to fill up. They are the never-ending supply... like the power plants from whence energy is exuded. The Godhead is THAT to and for the believer.

Now, why do I love ME... because I AM a creation of the MOST HIGH GOD who took His time fashioning me into a particular mode, perfectly equipping me with everything I'd ever need or the ability to attain whatsoever I shall ever need in life. I also realize that what I do not possess I have a choice of how to attain and still be wowed at that ability... I can use my intellect and find the answer through research (brain is the largest and most powerful computer in the world) or I can use my people skill, intuition, and persuasion to link up with someone who already has it and strike up a mutually beneficial agreement for what I need (network). I love God's idea of mankind in general, a flesh covered image of HIM (spirit). I have GOD ALIVE ON THE INSIDE OF ME... His mind, some gifting and talents that He's given me charge over and He'll require an account of at a certain time when the LORD returns.

I won't go much further because the idea of this is to HONOR OTHERS and by
doing that, you will learn more of me through their stories. I just would like to end with this about myself... what I love most about me is not the pretty little package God designed on the outside; rather, I LOVE the beauty that HE has deposited as seed and as I ask, seek and knock on HIS door for answers, HE allows the inner "me" to grow into a fascinating individual with a passion and desire to do His will... God's HEART is that of a loving Father watching over HIS children (which is another way of looking at Jesus the GOOD SHEPHERD, shepherding or leading the flocks of God or the Holy Spirit leading or watching over us in us daily saying no, don't go that way or yes, this is the way). As I stay connected to my source, HE continues to tell me my purpose and my purpose, will, and desire becomes likened unto HIS... I now possess a heart to lead and shepherd HIS people back to HIM (their power source) teaching along the way, all that He has deposited in my Spirit about me first and because we bear the same branding (Child of God) and the same image and likeness (to be MORE LIKE
HIM) what He gives me for me can be tailored made to fit and work wonders for you as well; hence, Women of Destiny, LLC.

I wished to say that what I love most about me is the tenacity to please the Father by doing all that He has called me to. I have an unyielding
determination to see manifested in this earth EVERYTHING He has shared with me about me whether it is for me or for YOU. I am dedicated to this mission,
yielded in heart, mind, will and emotion to DO the work and work(multiplied)
that I live for. I breathe in daily an essence of a being created by Greatness, in Greatness, for Greatness... and Greatness is my goal. Greatness not yet defined in dictionary form; it's the greatness from another realm but because HE would not leave us ignorant He did leave of the definition of Kingdom Greatness as well... you'll find it in Matthew 5:19, it has been highlighted in my bible for years, since I sought the Lord about the prophecies I've received all my life from prophets around the world... “YOU HAVE BEEN CREATED FOR GREATNESS”, and/or “THERE IS GREATNESS ON THE INSIDE OF YOU”.

After hearing that from 5 different men and women of God at different seasons of life, I stopped ignoring it and sought to find out what exactly they were saying to me. I finally heard it as a voice being used of God instead of a person just saying words. I found the definition that Webster gave but I wasn't satisfied and asked the Lord. Ever Faithful to His Word (ask and you shall receive) HE guided me to it.

Matthew 5:19 ~ Whoever therefore breaks one of the least of these commandments and teaches men so, shall be called least in the Kingdom of Heaven; but whoever DOES and TEACHES THEM, he shall be called great in the Kingdom of Heaven.(JESUS SPEAKING) NKJV


My destiny, purpose, promise and prophecy are all linked to that scripture
and verse 20 that follows... this is why I love me some ME. The
determination to set the world on fire and turn it right side up as I accomplish all that HE said I would. The awesome thing about setting the world on fire as I run my race is that like those who have run before me... it leaves a trail that others can follow once the fire burns out and turning the world right side up just means giving others the ability to SEE differently what they have seen but maybe not understood all along.

I am a trailblazer and a soul saver... simply put; I AM Debra ~ A VIRTUOUS, VICTORIOUS, WOMAN OF GOD, CHILD OF THE KING... SERVANT TO ALL, GREAT IN THE KINGDOM as I serve the KING, to the GLORY OF GOD.

I KNOW for what purpose I wake to breathe HIS air each day... YOU are that
purpose.

This is dedicated to the one I Love and LIKE... today that person is: ME!!!

GOD, JESUS AND THE HOLY SPIRIT... THIS IS DEDICATED TO THE ONE I LOVE... & LIKE!.

by Dee Poole on Wednesday, July 20, 2011 at 1:05am
God ~ Jesus ~ Holy Spirit: Where would I be? I would not BE if it weren't
for the Father; Creator of ME, you and the Universe.


Thank YOU, God for your imagery, creativity, PASSION and desire to commune and to fill the earth with yourself so much that you created the human race and breathed yourself into us!!! Wow... and thank you for making me in the image and likeness of you three in one. Thank you for our connection and for still walking with me, as you did with Adam /Eve and Jesus (and I'm sure others) throughout antiquity, today and revealing yourself to me and myself (your creation) to me as well. I LOVE YOU and dedicate this life that you've granted me to showing your image and likeness on earth while unveiling your creativity and imagery alive in me.. simply put, by manifesting your Glory in/through me on this earth!!! Truly may YOUR Kingdom Come on Earth as it is in Heaven through me and all the believers who walk among me. May all come to the saving knowledge of grace of your Son, Jesus, the Christ, that we may ultimately fulfill your will to dominate and authoritatively subdue the earth.

Jesus, my LORD & Savior whom I love and thank for HIS sacrifice in Coming; which means HE left his throne and position in the Godhead to be born and he left the luxury and union with the FATHER to save humanity, bringing us back into right standing with God. Living~ which means you were my example of how the Kingdom looks… for truly wherever you were; sickness, disease, lack, poverty, lameness, blindness, demon possession and even DEATH could not remain, thank you for demonstrating the POWER you gave to us and teaching us through your example to dominate and authoritatively subdue all things. Dying ~ THE WAGES OF SIN IS DEATH... YOU WHO KNEW NO SIN BECAME SIN SO I AND OTHERS LIKE ME (human beings walking in this flesh) can experience LIFE and what it truly means to LIVE IT ABUNDANTLY... your sacrifice put us back in place as “children” of the King... You made me an heiress, thank you. Arising ~ you getting up and taking authority and power over hell and the grave allows us (your brothers and sisters) to walk in Victory daily as well. & giving me LIFE ABUNDANTLY ~ you gave me keys, authority and power to put all things under my feet and the ability to be seated with you in heavenly places... thank you. Finally, for sending the Holy Spirit~ you left; but, true to your word... you did not leave me comfortless... you sent me another like unto yourself. Thank you ETERNALLY forthe Holy Spirit.

Holy Spirit ~ THANK YOU for living in me, leading and guiding me daily into all truth and helping me to learn and walk successfully in a kingdom mentality and philosophy that I may KNOW and understand the things that Jesus knew, taught and walked in. You effectively bring to my remembrance those things which I have studied and read about Jesus and still you reveal unto me mysteries in the Word daily... as I apply myself to the study and understanding of that which is not visibly seen on those black and white pages; rather, those revelations thatspeak clearly to me on the whiteness between each line. I thank you for wisdom & understanding of a kingdom I aspire to represent perfectly... thank you for continuously helping me and for perfecting me in God’s LOVE and for being my comforter, friend and loving companion… a gentleman… all these years.

I humbly LOVE and REVERENCE YOU ALL.

THIS IS DEDICATED TO THE ONE(S) I LOVE... & LIKE!

TODAY THAT IS ~ THE GODHEAD!!!

This is dedicated: TO THE ONE I LOVE... & LIKE!.

by Dee Poole on Wednesday, July 20, 2011 at 12:01am

I have decided that I want to honor those people in my life who have walked with me, encouraged me, prayed for me, stayed with me through thick and thin and who have been a tremendous help and blessing in my life. Those people range from family members who I will honor 1st to Pastors and leaders worldwide, friends near and far, co-workers, associates and future collaborators.

Tonight I would like to begin with the Trinity and the next name on this list will be that of my dad, which means this list will continually grow until I have no one else to thank and that should NEVER happen. I believe in blessings and being blessed to be a blessing; this is my way of thanking those who are/were blessed enough to pour into me in some manner... YOUR seeds have been sown into fertile ground, HERE are just some of the "fruit of your lasting labor" and the awesome thing about fruit is it began as seed and inside of the very fruit I share are more seeds. I pray that this blog encourages others to do the same for the Bible states that we should give HONOR to those whom HONOR is due!!!

Some of the people revealed on this list will never read this because they don't FB or because they have passed on to Glory; but, that doesn't mean I can't share it here and for those select few who do not FB; yet, still walk among us, I may just be inspired to drop something in the mail for you, pick up a phone to share with you or simply drop by and share what you first shared with me and that is LOVE, ENCOURAGEMENT, PRAYER, FRIENDSHIP and/or HUGS.

So, If you find yourself at some point on my page, just KNOW that it is because YOU are so special to me and have been or are still an important part of my life and development process. I love all... we are commanded to; I like many... they have a good heart, make me laugh, are intelligent enough to glean from or successful enough to learn from; but, there are a select few people we have the honor of spending quality time with; they KNOW the real you and have imparted something into your being that has attached itself to you and have become a part of your makeup: characteristics, wisdom or grace. These are those I wish to honor here and I invite you all along for the journey.

Finally, if you find yourself mentioned here over the course of this year, KNOW that I sincerely LOVE AND LIKE YOU; therefore, I send my best, my LOVE and God's blessing your way. May these wishes become so real for you that they are as natural a part of your life as the unnoticed air you breathe daily.

With Sincerity, LOVE and Respect
~dp

1.) God, Jesus and the Holy Spirit
2.) ME
3.) My DAD ~ Clarence Poole Sr.
4.) My MOM ~ Joyce Jenkins
5.) Clarence Poole, Jr.
6.) Jackie Poole

Getting Started... Embrace the Glory!!!

by Dee Poole on Saturday, July 16, 2011 at 12:33am

(Hearing & accepting God’s directive is most important; stepping out and making it happen is imperative. SEE IT inwardly, SAY IT outwardly & BE IT ~ ENTIRELY! ~dp)

Ok, so I’m thinking… why is it so difficult for some to see to fruition the promises of God?

One of the biggest issues is that some don’t KNOW HIM well enough to KNOW HIS VOICE. Issue Two is we hear clearly what God has said; but, either we think it’s too big (God’s vision for us is always BIGGER than our own) so we don’t agree with HIM… or, and this is a major issue; we become so worried about men (mankind ~ friends, acquaintances, family members, church members, etc.) that we don’t say it out loud, write it down or pursue it for fear of criticism, judgment or condemnation. But guess what, I’d rather spend my life wondering what God would think or say if I DON’T fulfill his will than what others will say when I DO. Three… we are too lazy, content/complacent and/or fearful to move into the new territories, take the new courses, meet new people, and BECOME THE NEW PERSON… that’s right, we have to literally lay down who we are (the life we created on our own) for the LIFE of Abundance that HE has for us.

Imagine what would happen if we all EMBRACED THE GLORY of God within us. Yep, that’s right; HIS KINGDOM would come here on earth even as it is in Heaven! They’d be no more crying, sickness, or disease; because we’d leave the old man (with his issues) behind and take on Christ and all that HE IS and offers; because get this, HE HAS ALREADY PAID FOR IT, so it’s HIS to give. Hallelujah!!!

Today’s Encouragement: Embrace the Glory!

"Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate. Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure. It is our light, not our darkness that most frightens us. We ask ourselves, 'Who am I to be brilliant, gorgeous, talented, fabulous?' Actually, who are you not to be? You are a child of God. Your playing small does not serve the world. There is nothing enlightened about shrinking so that other people won't feel insecure around you. We are all meant to shine, as children do. We were born to make manifest the glory of God that is within us. It's not just in some of us; it's in everyone. And as we let our own light shine, we unconsciously give other people permission to do the same. As we are liberated from our own fear, our presence automatically liberates others."

— Marianne Williamson (A Return to Love: Reflections on the Principles of a Course in Miracles)

God Bless YOU…

MAKE MANIFEST HIS GLORY WITHIN YOU and you will LIVE THE PROPHECY! ~dp

Debra "Dee" Poole
Women of Destiny, LLC
Purpose-Minded to Promise. TM