Tiger Woods asks for Forgiveness....

Forgiving For Living has for years understood the need for forgiveness and importance it plays in personal healing. Today Tiger Woods sent a release stating "Tiger Woods taking hiatus from golf..." because he needs to have time for his family to heal!

Tiger....we recommend "Healing Without Hate....How To Forgive To Live."

Tiger's Apology


http://web.tigerwoods.com/news/article/200912117801012/news/

Let's keep him and his family in our prayers....there but by the grace of God go many....be careful when you judge. Yesterday I attended my godfather's funeral and a statement was made...."if you can't help someone...don't try and hurt them."

Blessings
Wendy ~

Rain....But the Sun will still shine....

It's been a moment since I've written something on my blog....probably because there's been so much going on over the past few weeks....for one, we moved out of our Pasadena office and now we have an office in the Inland Empire and one in Los Angeles...but it takes a lot of work to move an office and also to break it into two offices....but we made it.

Also during this time my son became very ill and I had to go get him from college, bring him home and nurse him back to health. We went to the emergency hospital because he had a temperature of 103 degrees....we were actually afraid that he might of had the swine flu....but he didn't. Thank you Lord!

Then my mother and my two sisters and I took a nice family trip to Turks 'n Caicos (this was very special because we had never taken a family trip together every just the four of us!!!!). To that I was very grateful.

Then when we got back and as we began preparing for "ThanksGiving" a dear friend of mine by the name of Avery Clayton (from the Mayme Clayton Library & Museum) www.wsbrec.org passed away suddenly....(by the way for those of you who may read this....his Memorial Service will be on Saturday, December 19th at AGAPE off Slauson in Culver City)....in lieu of flowers they are asking for donations to the Museum....please visit their website to learn more.

Then, this past week my godfather "Rev. Bennie Clay" passed away in his sleep...so we will have his homegoing service this Thursday in Riverside at Park Avenue Baptist Church.

As you can see, things have been busy, full of change, and although it is raining today as I write this blog....I feel at peace and I know all is well and will be well....and the sun will shine....and forgiveness is not an issue for this week....just life ~

Blessings
Wendy

New Beginnings

Life is interesting because no matter how long we've been on this journey, it seems that different situations cause us to have to stop, focus and start over. This could be true as it relates to relationships, jobs, or friendships to name a few. What happens when you wake up one day and you realize that you've been working hard and charting your course and God says it's time to make a shift and go in a different direction?

The answer to me is clear....be obedient. Just make sure you know to which voice you are truly listening to. Now, if you make a mistake and listen to the wrong voice and you made a wrong or bad decision....FORGIVE yourself and move forward.

The word tells us to let go of the past and press towards the future....it's never too late for a new beginning.

Blessings

Wendy ~

Trust!

I don't know if this week's blog will really has anything directly to do with "forgiveness" but it is something that's been on my heart and mind. I have been going through quite a bit in the past couple of months.....let's just say personally & professionally my life has been a bit crazy and at times turbulent. BUT through it all....this has been one of the best growth periods of my life in a very long time. I'm truly beginning to see the light at the end of the tunnel.

The advice I would like to share this week is be patient no matter what you may be going through. Trust God and believe that He knows what's best for you, and be willing to listen! Through this process we often sometimes have to deal with the subject of forgiveness, whether it is regarding another person, or ourselves...or a decision that we made.

Sometimes having to be broken only puts us in the place where only faith can bring you through. Trust!

Blessings
Wendy

Getting Over Being Sick While Working On A Big Event!

Sometimes we push ourselves because deadlines cause us to go to the limit. It's important that we try to stop and pace ourselves so that we don't get run down and end up having to forgive yourself for not taking care of yourself.

I am trying to be more balanced on all facets of my life. I enjoy what I do and I thank God everyday for the life He gives me - even in the ups & downs....I hope you are able to feel the same way. If you're not on that same page, then try and start taking steps to help you get there.

Blessings
Wendy

Correction...Misunderstanding...

I wrote a piece on my blog last week about the Russians and President Obama....what we've now found out is that they weren't snubbing him. Sorry! With technology the way that it is and the fact that we can oftentimes only see a "piece" of something, or understand a piece of something causes us to jump to conclusions....another lesson learned...and I'm sorry for passing off misinformation. Please FORGIVE me....

Blessings
Wendy

Racism...Russia...Our President

Friends...I was out of Facebook and I saw a video clip on my cousin Stephen's page ( that was actually sent to him by my daughter Courtney)....and it showed how many of the Russians would not shake OUR President's hand!!!! I'm not liking this....I'm not feeling this...and to be quite honest it's disturbing.

However, after I paused for a bit, I had to go back to my center and it continues to become more and more clear to me that Forgiveness is a universal problem....across all borders....across all oceans...across all ethnicities.....across everything!

So let's pray for those that hate, especially those that are blind to truth!

Blessings
Wendy

Always Challenged In The Area of Your Purpose

Why is it we are always challenged in the very area we've been called to serve? Is it to help us stay humble? Is it to help us stay abreast of what is really happening and to stay connected? Anyway, what I've learned is to never say what you won't do & never judge others by what you say you wouldn't do...you may just be asking for forgiveness!!!!

Blessings
Wendy

Keep Looking Through the Front Window

When I think about the word "forgiveness" I've learned that things will happen to us no matter what. Some that we may cause, and some just because we were born....but we must always remember to take responsibility for the circle of life that we contribute to.

When things get us down and we don't know what to do....just keep looking through the front window. There's a reason why the front window in a car is larger than the rear view mirror! We may have to glance back from time to time....but stay focused.

Wendy ~

Rancho Mirage

I've been down in Rancho Mirage for the last several days at a Timeshare I invested in approximately 6 years ago. The weather has been delightful and pleasant and I've been really enjoying myself, while also doing some work here and there.

I've had a couple of highlights since I've been down here....for starters on Monday night when I arrived, my cousins on my father's side...."The Jessie's" had what I thought was just a family BBQ to celebrate Labor Day, but what it really turned out to be was a birthday party for little ole me with family I hadn't seen in over 20 years....they found me through Facebook (I like Facebook).

Also while I've been down here, a very dear life long friend since college (close to 30 years ago....) was kind and sent me a beautiful bouqet of flowers....it is nice to be remembered!!!

Now I know you may say what does all of this have to do with "Forgiveness???" well, directly nothing, but indirectly family & friends could not stay close or come back together if thru time we don't let go of some things that may block growth along the way....which is another form of forgiveness.

Also while I've been down here, I started reading a book my children gave me for my birthday by Desmond Tutu called, "No Future Without Forgiveness." I still have a ways to go regarding the book, but so far it is full of information and things to make you think...Mr. Tutu begins to share about Apartheid, Slavery, the Holocost & the disenfranchised people around the world and why we as a human race must learn to forgive if we are to have a future.....your neighbor is closer than you think!

There are a few people in this life that I would like to meet before we all make our transition....and one of them would be Mr. Desmond Tutu. Thank you for being a shining example and a light for Forgiveness!

Well, more to come....just some morning thoughts. If you have any comments, please feel free to respond....

Blessings
Wendy

Birthday Full of Love

It's true....what a difference a day can make! This past Friday (September 4th) was my birthday and I started out with a little attitude, so I needed to make some personal adjustments. As the morning progressed, the day began to be great and delightful. I was surprised to a wonderful birthday celebration with lots of my favorite things, places and people. I enjoyed great food and loved ones while resting on a yacht with a sunset and sunrise to die for!!!!

I also realize more and more the difference a good nights rest can make on ones perspective. So as we travel on this road called life and we have to deal with ourselves and others....take a step back and really look at a situation. Try and see where you may have gone wrong and what you can do to help make a situation better. Sometimes things aren't as bad as they may seem at first, especially if we try to work through it.

This morning my Aunt shared her devotion with me "it is easy to find something wrong with everyone, but love covers a multitude of sins. Above all things have intense and unfailing love for one another, for love covers a multitude of sins" (and can help you with forgiveness). 1 Peter 4:8

Forgiving to Another Level

Well, I guess when you say you stand for something or care about something you will truly be tried and tested. Over the past couple of days I have truly realized that people are not always who and what they say they are. Not that any of us are always on point...but complete deceit isn't called for.

I recently found out that someone that I thought was a friend, basically really isn't. I guess that's okay, but it still hurts when you realize that someone has been lying to you, no telling for how long....

Well, tomorrow is my birthday and I refuse to stay sad, down or anything negative. I am grateful for another day and another year and for all of those that do care and are sincere. So once again, to be forgiven, we must forgive. However, I've also learned in life that you can forgive, but that doesn't mean you have to stay in that same place!

Change...Adjustments....Shift!

Blessings
Wendy

Global & International Forgiveness Day(s)!

Hey...doing this blog I am running into all types of information. On Facebook I read through "Lucy Florence" that August 5th is "International Forgiveness Day" & August 27th is "Global Forgiveness Day!" Isn't that amazing?!?!?!?! I never knew that!!! The message of both days basically boils down to giving and receiving apologies of anything from the past.

The good thing is that even though those two days are now passed (but we do still have 2 more days in August)...forgiveness is something that can be given and received at anytime! So pause and take a moment to think about if there's anyone that you can offer forgiveness to....or that you can ask forgiveness from?? It's never too late.

By giving and receiving the act of forgiveness we help make things better all the way around. Something to ponder...

Blessings
Wendy

Today I Don't Feel My Best

Today has not been one of my better days. I woke up feeling a bit under the weather and I am having car issues. Nothing seemed to go the way I had planned or laid out for the day. However, after dealing with changing schedules and appointments, waiting for AAA to arrive to tow my car to the shop, and realizing the $$$ that it was going to cost me to get everything fixed on and with my car (which was enough for me to have to FORGIVE someone for)....my daughter said to me "Mom" let's go visit Christy (she's like a niece to me) in the hospital and see Brayden (her newborn son)....what could be a better way to overcome issues in one's life than to look into the eyes of a newborn and the innocence and beauty only God could give.

I just wanted to share ~

Blessings
Wendy

Well today has been a bit challenging to say the least. First of all my car went out yesterday and I won't have time to even put it into the shop until next week because of my schedule...but today I had to deal with some tax issues and talking about "Forgiving For Living..." when you learn someone has messed you up and yet you have to go on and let it go....forgiveness can be a challenge.

Has anyone every experienced this before?

Just sharing and releasing...have a good evening.

Wendy

What does the word "Forgiveness" mean to you?

Hello...It's a calm Sunday evening and I thought that it would be a good time for me to come out and send another post. I actually posted on my Facebook page the question about what does Forgiveness mean to you....and what would you do if you were never forgiven for something you had done?

The answers were very interesting....what some felt was the meaning of "Forgiveness"

* Love
* Free
* A Live Saving Tool
* Peace
* Beauty
* Grace
* Mercy
* Jesus
* God
* Courage
* Act as if it never happened to you
* Empowerment
* Allowing the person that wronged you to evolve into a better person

What do you think the word Forgiveness means to you? I would love to hear your response...

Blessings
Wendy Gladney

No More Procrastinating....Forgiveness

I've been wanting to start my own blog where I can share my thoughts and feelings about the topic of "forgiveness." I wasn't really sure how to do this so of course, as many parents, I had to ask my daughter to help me. So here we are! By the way....thank you Courtney!

Thus far most of my public life has centered around the subject of "event planning & public relations." However, there's always been a more subtle or private side of me that deals with real issues of forgiveness. This blog will be where I open up about those matters and hopefully others will feel compelled to do the same.

So....I look forward to us traveling on this journey together and hopefully discovering how to release and forgive others....and in the process freeing ourselves!