The Kick Butt Night Before Christmas

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‘Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house

 

A tough girl was creeping, stealth as a mouse

 

The stockings were hung by the chimney with care

 

But little were her family and friends aware

 

As visions of sugar plums danced in their heads

 

This tough girl they knew kept wishing she was dead

 

That she was dead to every single selfish desire

 

And the material things she wanted to acquire

 

That she would die to gossip, envy, and slander

 

And, if she couldn’t be nice, she’d be much blander

 

And that she’d stop chasing after those darn attractive boys

 

Thinking attention from them would bring her much joy

 

That she would die to the critical girl in the mirror

 

And that rejection from people she would no longer fear

 

So she crept, silent and quick, with ninja-like skills

 

Her heart racing with a secret mission thrill

 

She soon found herself in a place unexpected

 

She’d made it to the tree, totally undetected

 

With a  wink of her eye and a twist of her head

 

She instantly knew she’d nothing to dread

 

For at the foot of the tree sat a present with a bow

 

And her name on top on a label like snow

 

She didn’t need to open it or shake it to and fro

 

Because who the gift was from instantly made her know

 

That her life would never ever be the same

 

Because of that baby that so long ago came

 

And died the death that she so desired

 

And gave her more than she could ever acquire

 

And blessed her with words that brought life to those around

 

And gave her more love than any boy that could be found

 

And called her fearfully and wonderfully made

 

The love from this baby began to cascade

 

From her head to her toes, and straight to her heart

 

Changing her, humbling her, tearing her apart

 

Then building her back up, better than before

 

Because this is what He came to earth for

 

She was made to bring Him glory and love in His name

 

That was why that little baby so long ago came

 

So with a  smile on her face and joy in her veins

 

She leapt up, feeling challenged and changed

 

Wanting to spread the word to all who would hear

 

And live a life that would draw them near

 

To that baby Jesus who lived and died on a cross

 

And rose again, so that none would be lost

 

So she sang and exclaimed with all of her might,

 

“Merry Christmas to all! Let’s live for the Light!!’

 

 

 

Video Viernes #11

Did you know the book I’m writing is about  spy? Well, an ex-spy. Kind of. You’ll just have to wait and see

But in preparation, I figured why not get your minds turning about how cool it would be to be a spy – even in your own backyard!

Tough Girl Training

Tough girls know that kick-butt skills don’t “happen.” It takes training, dedication, and devotion. There are things we can practice in every day life which will sharpen and hone the skills necessary to be a true tough girl.

Sneaking Skill #1 – People. Tough girls are light on their feet and stealth in their movements. So hide behind doors, tip-toe behind unsuspecting prey, then jump out and yell “BOO!” It’s a perfect way to practice sneaking. And, let’s be honest, it’s hilarious!

Sneaking Skill #2 – Objects. Kick-butt girls often need to hide things for the good of mankind. Priceless artifacts. Weapons which threaten all of existence. Pictures of your awkward middle school years. So practice sneaking objects with this little exercise: get a bag of your favorite candy treat, preferably Skittles or MnM’s. Hide them and see if you can eat the entire bag without anyone noticing. Extra points if you pull this off while on a hardwood floor.

Spy Skills – How well do you follow? Literally. Go somewhere, pick someone, and follow them. How long can you remain undetected? This training exercise should always be done with someone you know. That way, you’ll work even harder to not be spotted or recognized. Disguises are always a plus.

Intel Gathering Skills – Information is key to kicking butt. The only way to get it is to gather it. So practice. Next time you talk with someone, see how long you can ask them questions. Deep. Random. Doesn’t matter. Just keep the conversation focused on them, all while seeing how much you can remember. Or you could go the easy route and just become a Facebook creeper, but that’s not nearly as fun as seeing the look on someone’s face when you ask, “Are you a fan of delicious flavor?”

Dance Skills – Kick-butt girls have mad dance skills. So crank up the tunes, shut your blinds, and have a serious, no-holds, get sweaty dance party.

The point is, integrate these training exercises into every day life. Take your kick butt-ness seriously, grow as a tough girl, and have a blast doing it.