Here is what keeps me going, and going, and going....

By Lu Kalaj

Real Estate Sales Representative with Vision Realty Centers

July 18, 2008 01:12 AM

Call it a recharging of batteries....

I start each day by praying, asking God to guide and direct my heart, mind, and thoughts, (and actions).

Then......

I focus on what is most important to do today, check the schedule, do the things the use my "talents." You know, the things God has gifted me with, and I know I'm good at.

Then.....

I focus on what I love to do, like "the job you do", "the service you do", "the profession you keep". Lets face it, you wouldn't be working in the job your in, if you didn't love it. And I love real estate, houses that is, and love helping people find the house of their desire.

Then....

I focus on doing the things I need to do for the benefit of others. Like, cooking, cleaning, grocery shopping, being an encouragement, sometimes even playing. Things that we don't always want to do, but need to do because it influences others, and because we need to.

I hope this blog will encourage you to start you day, by doing the things your good at, doing the things you love, and doing the things you need. God Bless you today.

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Gregory Lohr

West Columbia, SC

Sounds like one of your favorite verses might be Phil 4:8! If we keep focused on good things, bad things have no place in our life!

Jul 18, 2008 01:20 AM

Chris & Maria Skrip

RE/MAX 1st Advantage - Beaufort, SC

Beaufort, Bluffton, Hilton Head, Sun City SC

Absolutely wonderful blog! Thank you for starting my day off the right way!

Jul 18, 2008 01:25 AM

Marchel Peterson

Results Realty - Spring, TX

Spring TX Real Estate E-Pro

LU, it sound like you really have your priorities in order. I try to start each day in a quiet time with God also. When I don't I miss it all day long. Speaking of that I better get to it.

Jul 18, 2008 01:26 AM

Kimberly Luna

Panama City Beach, FL

Lu, terrific blog! I always try and start my day being grateful to God for many things. I do love my job. Thanks for reminding me that prioritizing is important.

Jul 18, 2008 01:32 AM

Hugh Krone

Weichert Referral Associates - Hamburg, NJ

Realtor, Sussex County NJ

Start and finish each day with God and let Him help you with everything in between.

God Bless you

Jul 18, 2008 01:34 AM

Steve Hoffacker

Steve Hoffacker LLC - West Palm Beach, FL

Certified Aging In Place Specialist-Instructor

Lu,

Don't forget to check-in with God throughout the day. Seek quiet times. He is my business owner and manager. I want to know if I'm on track.

Steve

Jul 18, 2008 02:10 AM

Alexander Harb

Knights Investing - Mesquite, TX

Dallas, Texas Real Estate Investing

This is such a simple to the point post...... I can see it has impacted a LOT of people, Lu!!

Thanks for the reminder of putting the Lord first in everything!!

=-)

Jul 18, 2008 03:40 AM

Yvette Smith

LONG & FOSTER - Williamsburg, VA

Realtor In Williamsburg VA, Homes for Sale

HI LU!

I love your spirit! It shows in your writing. Continue to encourage and be encouraged!

Enjoy your weekend,

Jul 18, 2008 03:26 PM

Robert L. Brown

www.mrbrownsellsgr.com - Grand Rapids, MI

Grand Rapids Real Estate Bellabay Realty, West Mic

Very good post. Now to keep that schedule everyday. There are times when people throw you off of it. Concentration,concentration

Jul 20, 2008 09:02 AM

Karen Gentry>>Charlottesville, Virginia Real Estate Professional

RE/MAX Excellence-Charlottesville VA - Charlottesville, VA

Great way to start the day. I always try to get in some exercise such as a walk or run and find it is a great time to keep God on my mind.

Jul 20, 2008 10:43 AM

No Longer Active in Staging. No Longer Staging

Hickory, NC

Hi Lu, I love this, a reminder to start our day talking to our Father.. I try to pray and talk to the Lord on my way to work.. Nice post, God bless,

Jul 23, 2008 12:59 PM

Broker Nick

South Florida Real Estate & Development, Inc. - Coconut Creek, FL

Broker Nick Relocation Broker Service

I like what Robert said. I think I need to concentrate more as well...lol

Jul 23, 2008 02:20 PM

Lynn Pineda

eXp Realty - Boca Raton, FL

Real Estate Promises delivered in SE Florida

Lu, there is absolutely nobody better in re charging your batteries than God. And how good it feels!

Jul 23, 2008 03:13 PM

Jon Michael

DeGeorge Realty LLC - Long Branch, NJ

Morning prayers/meditation can be a great help for those of us who at times loose our direction and motivation. thanks for the post.

Jul 24, 2008 07:44 AM

Daniel Wexler

ReMax - Fountain Hills, AZ

appreciating and focusing on what you have versus what you dont is the way to look forward to each day

Aug 02, 2008 09:26 AM

Heather Goodwin

Licensed by the Louisiana Real Estate Commission - Shreveport, LA

Results That Move You

Lu, what an inspiring post. I try to remember that God's compassion is new for me every morning, and to extend that compassion to those who come across my path each day. Thanks for the encouraging word.

Sep 06, 2008 10:49 AM

Doris Freeman

Zach Taylor Real Estate - Gallatin, TN

Broker/Agent, 615-961-7799

And let's not forget how blessed we are to have our health and family.

Have A Great Day

Sep 06, 2008 11:01 AM

Marvelous Mary Novak

REMAX Platinum - Howell, MI

CDPE Sells MI Real Estate

Lu, You are number 1! I love how you start your day! I begin mine by looking over at my bedroom dresser with photos of everyone I love....now if that doesn't put a smile on my face nothing will!

Mary

"Professionally Bringing Home Buyers & Sellers Together in Livingston County MI

www.MarvelousMary.com

Oct 09, 2008 12:08 PM

Dave Culbertson

Real Living Home Team - Mount Vernon, OH

Nice post. The Prayer of Jabez is a good one to start the day with.

Dave Culbertson, Broker/Owner, Real Living Home Team, Mount Vernon, OH

Oct 09, 2008 12:31 PM

John Gray

Windermere Real Estate - McKenzie Bridge, OR

McKenzie Valley Realtor

Thanks for brightening our day, sister! We are so thankful every day that He hears and answers our prayers, and blesses our business as we honor Him in all we do.

Oct 10, 2008 03:46 PM

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