Sister U Matter!

Happy New Year!!!

I am celebrating a very special milestone—I refer to it as my birth date. No, it’s not the celebration of the day I physically entered into the world. (Although I make a big deal out of that day too; as a matter of fact, I celebrate the entire month of December-smile.)

The birth date that I’m celebrating is my birth announcement to the world on January 7, 2015 that I am an inspirational writer and speaker. Yep, I'm five this week! Who knew what taking that one step would lead to. You see, I had been writing privately for years but on January 7, 2015, I formally introduced my writing to motivate, educate and inspire others.

I encourage you to join the celebration. No, I’m not interested in a big party or any recognition, I want you to join the celebration with me by daring to “go public” with your talents, dreams, ideas and/or goals. I have to tell you, it is very encouraging to me to know that I am exploring the depth of my writing gift. It has been very gratifying and motivating to actually view my own published work.

So again, I encourage you to join the celebration with me by “going public”. I promise you won’t regret it. Hey, be sure to invite me to your “party” so I can return the favor and celebrate with you. There’s an awesome future waiting for you. 

Always remember...Sister U Matter!®

B.C. Raines

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I know it’s a busy time of the year. There is so much to do and not much time left in which to get it all done. Retailers are calling this upcoming week Panic Week... But just slow down!

Do you remember the reason for the season? Or is it all the presents? Just slow down..

This season is all about His presence…Just Slow Down!

Believe it or not, you’ll enjoy this special season even more if you…Just Slow Down!

Spread the word…Sister U Matter!®

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When growing up, my brothers and I had to create a list of items that we desired to receive for Christmas. We were given the Sears Catalog and told by my parents to write down the items we wanted. Now, we understood that just because we wrote down the items, it was not a guarantee that we would receive them. This list served two purposes: it gave me hope that I would receive at least one thing from the list and it gave “Santa” an idea of what I wanted.

I was reminded of this ritual a few months ago. I was looking through a catalog making my “Christmas list” of items that I desire for Sister U Matter!® You see, the list gives me a visual of my wants and helps me plan.

So, what about you? What are your plans? Your desires? Have you written them down? If you haven’t written them down, how will you know when you’ve accomplished your goals? How do you know in which direction you are headed? There is a scripture, Habakkuk 2:2, that states “Write down this vision; clearly inscribe it on tablets so one may easily read it”.

I encourage you to make your “Christmas list”. Make your plans and desires easy to read and let’s just see what you will receive. Spread the word…Sister U Matter!®

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I have often heard it said “To get respect, you have to give it.” I’m sure that at some point in my life, I have spoken it myself and even believed it wholeheartedly. But I have come to understand that this is not an ideal “sisterhood” approach.

You see, as sisters and ambassadors of the Sister U Matter!® message, we should treat (respect) others  the way we want to be treated (respected). Now, there is no guarantee that we will be treated that way by each and every person that we encounter but remember the Sister U Matter!® message starts with us; we set the tone, the expectation.

So I challenge you, respect the person. Who knows? Your respect shown to them could be the respect that is shown to you or even a catalyst of respect shown to others far after the person’s encounter with you.

Spread the word (respect)…Sister U Matter!®

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“Words are free. It’s how you use them that will cost you.” -Anonymous

You know, Sisters, just because we can say or do a thing doesn’t always mean we should. Sometimes saying or doing something (even with the best of intentions) at the wrong time can be very devastating. It can damage relationships, strain situations and create pockets of distrust among even the closest of friends. I read a devotional many years ago that encouraged readers to consider these three questions before speaking:

It is true?                     Is it kind?                     Is it necessary?

If what we are about to say (and I add ‘do’) answers ‘yes’ to these questions, then move forward. If not, don’t. Our words (and actions) can build up or tear down others. Sometimes, as women, we get so caught up in “telling folks the truth” or “telling her about herself” that we don’t consider if our words are also kind and/or even necessary. Sometimes our assessment of the situation is not correct and we could cause more harm but “telling the truth”.

Sisters, I challenge you to keep those words (and actions) true, kind AND necessary. Spread the word…Sister U Matter!®

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