Summer Dreams...

Long summer days and leisure vacations allow us to finally slow down and take the time to reflect and stir up dreams! On the surface, they could be about remodeling, landscaping, or adding a beautiful backyard pool, but what lies even deeper within us? In this issue, the inspiring stories about local businesses, interesting hobbies and talents, and challenges overcome by faith and perseverance, encourage me to keep the dreams alive that I feel God has put in my heart. Some are deep-rooted from childhood. Others are newer and fresh. I try to continually tap into them while praying for His plan and purpose in my life. I truly believe that we all have a dream inside of us...no matter the size. There is power in your dreams! God may be waiting on you to be the solution to a need or a problem, help heal someone’s pain, or to provide hope. Do you have a dream or an unfinished task in your heart? An idea that you may have abandoned? Be still...wait...listen...and invite your childhood dreams to come out and play! We have dreams within dreams! Some seem too complicated, layered and even downright scary. Remember that God did not give us a spirit of fear (2 Timothy 1:7). With around 8 billion people on the planet and no two of us alike, 1 Peter 4:10 reminds us that each one of us has been given gifts to use. Go for it! We need Dreamers and Doers! We also need Dream Encouragers to fuel others.

Keep that childlike wonder! Enjoy being the best version of yourself and all that you were created to be. Say “YES!” Walk (or run!) with intention towards the goal. It’s never too late. Leave room for a miracle. Seek His will (Proverbs 16:3) and chase your biggest, scariest, and grandest dreams!

Peace and blessings,

-Melissa

Ephesians 3:20,21

Melissa McBride | Publisher & Curator | Editor@living-magazine.com

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