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When It's Time to Let Go...Let God

By Peggy Wester

Real Estate Agent with Realty Executives Integrity R.E. Broker 55289-90

October 10, 2009 01:44 PM

Have you ever sat down in front of the computer knowing what you want to write about but not sure how to start? Or how to get it all out in a neat and concise way? That's how I'm feeling right now...

Life has been interesting the past several months -- almost a year now. Personal and professional hurdles have knocked me on my bottom, and after long talks with the best of friends, hours upon hours of reading, hours upon hours of praying, long walks, talking with Dad (who I know is watching over me), and drives through the peace-filled countryside, I thought I had picked myself up and brushed myself off. I thought I was clear in my mind of what I had to do, what changes I had to make that hadn't already been made, and what I wanted.

Autumn sky

But here I am on a Saturday evening struggling to sort through this muddied mess.

I lost someone in my life who I considered a friend as a result of circumstances I had no control over. And I miss him. I miss his smile, his sarcasm, his laugh, his stories of his kids, his sweetness. Funny how it doesn't hurt any less now than it did months ago. It breaks my heart.

I have a job that I love. But yet I struggle with feelings of letting my clients and customers down as we all struggle to come out of a real estate market that has proven to be more than a challenge to so many. Do they know I am doing all that I can to find "the" buyer for their house? Do they know I am checking every day -- several times a day -- for the "perfect" house for them?

And like so many others, the bills seem to stack up quicker than they get paid.

Sometimes it feels like you're at the bottom of a pit, looking up for any sign of light, but it's just not there. And then something points you in the direction of taking a drive and ending up at your mom's house and visiting with her and your 3-year old nephew, who she happens to be watching for a couple hours. And his innocence and inquisitiveness erases the hurt and doubt for just a little while. And your mom's offer of some homemade caramel corn and a bag of candy to take home warms your heart.

Words of encouragement from an unexpected online chat with a dear friend help to reassure you that all will be well -- that you deserve to be and will be happy. Be happy now.

I don't know what's ahead for me. I do know there will be some pretty big changes, though I'm not sure what exactly those changes will be. And I know that I have to trust and believe things will be okay. I have to. Don't we all? After all, without faith and hope, what do we have?

Here's to letting go, and letting God...

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Keith Burke

Coldwell Banker Brown Realtors - Belleville, IL

Peggy,

Stay encouraged! When you're down to nothing, God is up to something! Enjoy the rest of your weekend!

Oct 10, 2009 03:33 PM

Peggy Wester

Realty Executives Integrity - Grafton, WI

Real Estate Agent Ozaukee & Washington County

Keith -- Thank you. I appreciate that!!

Oct 10, 2009 03:38 PM

Gary Coles (International Referrals)

Venture Realty International - Las Vegas, NV

Latin America Real Estate

Peggy, Your post is great. It is hard to believe that you didn't know where to start writing -- things certainly worked out and the writing was excellent. I really agree that there are many times in our lives that we just have "to Let Go... and Let God". We just have to remember that and look for all the great thing. First, is the fact that we are alive. There have been several times in my life that I have almost lost my life -- after each time, I have such a deep appreciation for life and all the beautiful things in it. But it is easy to drift away and spend useless time on worries and small things in our life. Your message today reminds me again of the preciousness of life and of all the beauty in the world. Thank you.

Oct 10, 2009 03:54 PM

Cathy Lee

CL Design Services Home Staging - Danville, CA

ASP, IAHSP, RESA Danville, CA

Without the storm we can't enjoy the rainbow. Keep looking up!

Oct 11, 2009 01:55 AM

Peggy Wester

Realty Executives Integrity - Grafton, WI

Real Estate Agent Ozaukee & Washington County

Gary -- Whew! I don't know what to say about your comment except a sincere "thank you." I continue to ask and pray for complete faith, trust, and belief. And I continue to take joy in the "small" things in life. The best to you!

Cathy -- Thank you for your words of encouragement. I know you are so right -- so right. I promise to keep looking up.

Oct 11, 2009 02:37 AM

Diane Rice

Rice Prprty Mgmnt & Rlty, LLC, South Holland, IL - Lansing, IL

SFR, SRES, CNC

Peggy, first of all i want to say to you that you are "precious" - your spirit shines all through your words.... and is heard loudly and clearly. In the natural, we are promised tribulations and trials... we suffer and it is felt and is hard to go through... but we come out nevertheless... There is a way to come out... either wiser and stronger or bitter and weakened.

You shall come out wiser and strengthened, for your longing for truth is evident. It's a cry that's heard by your creator and can only be answered in time. You DO have faith, and the faith you have is not in vain for you shall SEE that God in His infinite wisdom has not wasted anything..... His Word, which says.... ALL things work together for GOOD, is solid.... good WILL come out of this.

For now, you hurt, but GOD is bigger than your hurt and will bring comfort... He will.

Oct 11, 2009 10:53 AM

Peggy Wester

Realty Executives Integrity - Grafton, WI

Real Estate Agent Ozaukee & Washington County

Diane -- I'm pretty speechless right now. I am learning that it takes (for me anyway) constant reminding of all that you said. It's learning to constantly remind myself that things always turn out okay, even if, for the moment, I can't see how that will be. So thank you, from the bottom of my heart, for your encouragement. I am so grateful I found this group of people here on ActiveRain -- so grateful.

Oct 11, 2009 11:41 AM

Pat Tasker

Shorewest Realtors - Germantown, WI

Your Milwaukee Metro Area Agent (WI)

we should have lunch sometime :)

Oct 11, 2009 01:36 PM

Peggy Wester

Realty Executives Integrity - Grafton, WI

Real Estate Agent Ozaukee & Washington County

Anytime, Pat -- anytime! :)

Oct 12, 2009 01:30 AM

Michael Cole

CPG Tours - Corona, CA

Hi Peggy,

I'm so sorry to hear about all the things you are going through. It can be overwhelming at times. Belive me, I know. But it also seems that those same trials are drawing you closer to God - which may be exactly what He wants. As Keith said above, "God is up to something." I too am going through some of the toughest challenges I've ever been through. And at times like this, I can't help but think of verses like the following .

Romans 8:28 "And we know that all things work together for good to those who love God, to those who are the called according to His purpose."

Romans 8:31 "What then shall we say to these things? If God is for us, who can be against us?"

Thank you for sharing.

Oct 13, 2009 01:46 AM

Heather Chavez

Second Self Virtual Assistance - Caldwell, ID

Real Estate Virtual, Assistant (928) 692-3235

I'm so sorry about your struggles right now, Peggy. It's always hard to love someone you love and time doesn't always seem to heal it, at least not right away. It's especially hard to shake when you're in a funk to begin with. I think "Let Go, Let God" is a great mantra. I know things will get better for you. They have to.

Oct 14, 2009 08:54 AM

Peggy Wester

Realty Executives Integrity - Grafton, WI

Real Estate Agent Ozaukee & Washington County

Michael -- Thank you for sharing those quotes. Love them! And they certainly do help. You are in my thoughts and prayers as you continue on your journey, as well.

Heather -- Thank you, too, for your kind words. How humbling to have such support! Things are getting better -- just need to remind myselft daily (actually, a few times a day!) that everything will be fine. I know they will. :)

Oct 15, 2009 04:20 AM

Mick Michaud

Distinctly Texas Lifestyle Properties, LLC Office:682/498-3107 - Granbury, TX

Your Texas Lifestyle is Here!

Peggy,

I was looking for posts to reblog for my "Need a Lift" inspiration posts.

"Be warmed and filled". I've been on the receiving end of those words with my world in shambles and they are a mockery without the clothing, food and shelter to back them up.

You didn't go into details, and that's understandable. More than just words of encouragement, what can I or any of us on AR do to help you in your business?

And I did reblog this.

Nov 01, 2009 05:46 AM

Vickie McCartney

Maverick Realty - Owensboro, KY

Broker, Real Estate Agent Owensboro KY

Hi Peggy ~ I know that sometimes it is easier said than done to let go and let God be in control. It just takes a lot of practice! It is amazing the people (rather Angels) God will put in your life to help you get through the tough times. God is so good. We just have to let him be in control and quit trying to control everything on our own. I am sure it will all work out for you, if you just let it!

Nov 01, 2009 05:57 AM

Peggy Wester

Realty Executives Integrity - Grafton, WI

Real Estate Agent Ozaukee & Washington County

Mike -- I just noticed the re-blog! Thank you! Things are much better. Letting go a little more each day...

Vickie -- Thank you for your sweet, sweet words. Life really is better when you learn to let go of the control.

Nov 04, 2009 08:29 AM