Cant Keep Up With The Joneses

“I don’t too much complain or confront a person or situation that I feel is trying to destroy me. It’s like an inside joke between me and God because I know the outcome on all things is a win in my favor no matter what people may do. ” – Sherilyn Jones

Being in a position where you have the ability to choose your reactions and how you let emotions get the best of you is simply a chance to not let negative vibes overcome you. A positive mind frame is what’s needed to keep focus on your goals. Every now and then you may come to realize that’s impossible to do. Negative thinking is an automatic reaction when you’re not in line with what you planned. It takes discipline and practice to allow yourself to ignore this feeling that makes you give in to the pressure that surrounds you on a daily basis.

It’s not that I’m saying just walk away from the problem and ignore it, but the main point I’m trying to make is don’t let it become you. Don’t allow yourself to feast on the reaction to negative vibes. It’s easier to blow it off and move on to the things that will satisfy you in life. Most of the things we find ourselves upset about is petty issues. If you were to ask yourself, “What was I mad about last week?” you probably  wouldn’t even remember.

From experience, some things in life that should upset me actually make me laugh. I don’t too much complain or confront a person or situation that I feel is trying to destroy me. It’s like an inside joke between me and God because I know the outcome on all things is a win in my favor no matter what people may do. So I laugh at wrong doings that come my way. Apply this tactic to the way you live your life and remember He keeps His promises so whatever happens let it happen. On the flip side use these situations as stepping stones. I see people everywhere no matter where I am complain about how their life isn’t going as planned or they are depressed on something out of their control. I’m writing this to say…Don’t give the enemy the satisfaction. Don’t let the ways of the world break you. Just know for everything you go through, allow it to make you become a stronger person and not one that is weak.

Joshua 1:6,7: ”Be strong and courageous, for you are the one who will lead these people to possess all the land I swore to their ancestors I would give them.Be strong and very courageous. Be careful to obey all the instructions Moses gave you. Do not deviate from them, turning either to the right or to the left. Then you will be successful in everything you do.

Remember find something you do good and be !nsp!red.

Sherilyn

“To have the ability to create any cartoon, graphic, and art work I could possibly need for my business and cartoon is a blessing God has given me. I have no excuse to not be able to make things happen. I am thankful for this talent and with the help of God I can do anything I want to do.” – Sherilyn Jones

By understanding and having faith that He has given me this talent for a reason opens a whole new outlook on life and the things He has promised me. Although I remain excited about all the things I am able to accomplish, I continue to celebrate the capability that allows me to create for others in making their project a dream come true. The love of art and seeing the smiles on people’s face that experience what I do is the greatest one can possibly ever dream of. I can’t imagine how it would feel to have a dream or a vision and not be able to bring it from your mind to reality. The creative aspect is why I am honored people trust me with their projects.

The events that has been happening in my life this year has taken steps towards the direction I have wanted to go for a long time. I have no doubt  this path I am being lead on is the path God has set for me. I know it because I asked Him for it. When it all begins to happen I can’t say I am shocked, but I can say I knew it was going to happen because I believe in Him and He answers prayers.

Recently I created a Facebook post that said: God is amazing. I have been working on a project I was going to launch this weekend, but production was held up a day and then tomorrow is Good Friday among a few other things so it (the project) got pushed back a week or two. In the process I began working on something new. Now that I think about it, what I am creating on this new project will only enhance what I was planning in the first place. When you allow God to fill you and work through you, things happen that wouldn’t happen if He wasn’t involved. When you build a relationship with Him, things start making sense. I wish I could go into details. Maybe soon enough I will. I should do a video blog or write a book. Better yet. I may do a follow up blog on this. Be on the look out.

In this blog I am confident on the moves that are being made, and the opportunities that have approached me. Everything is falling in place. Even when you think it isn’t, if you keep God first He will always be 100 steps ahead of you. Don’t make excuses, nothing should stop you from doing what it is you really want to do. And don’t shy away from your dreams because you think it’s not going as you planned. It’s not your job to worry about that, keep working and you will see it eventually all work out.

Remember find something you do good and be !nsp!red.

Sherilyn

“I just so happen to know what my God given talent is and I know the way in which God wants me to use it.” – Sherilyn Jones

Ever wonder why you go through certain situations and then later on your like, “ooooooh, So that’s why God took me through that?  Even though times get hard you come back out a better person. Keep this as a reminder for all we will experience in 2013. Make your life better and don’t repeat the things you went through in 2012 that you’re not proud of. Find positive in 2013 and forget the past. If you run into one of those situations you don’t like, just remember it’s part of your learning experience. Focus and keep it moving.

Then, remember all the things that did work for you in 2012 and use those as tools to guide you on your new path. It’s a jungle out there and you will come to realize you’re not the only one hungry. You have to be strong and go after what you want. There will be all kinds of distractions trying to throw you off your path, but only you can pray for the wisdom to be able to stay on it.

Know your strengths. What’s your talent? Find something you love to keep you focused. I just so happen to know what my God given talent is and I know the way in which God wants me to use it. Yes, I been a artist all my life, but I haven’t known the exact way I was to use this gift until I asked. Don’t be afraid to confide in the Lord. I believe that is what helped me make it through 2012. Ever heard the saying “An idle mind is the devils playground?” Basically, keep your mind on God, your path, and focus on the next step. Don’t let the enemy get to you. You can win!

Happy New Year!

Remember find something you do good and be !nsp!red.

Sherilyn

“If there is nothing else in the world that I am, I definitely would like to consider myself multi-talented.” – Sherilyn Jones

For those that don’t know, the reason this whole comic/cartoon process takes so long is because I draw, ink sketch, digitally color, promote, design my web site, promotional items, greeting cards, posters, I write these blogs, the comics,  and all the other stuff you see me doing is a part of the process I go through when I come up with new ideas. At the same time I also have clients and a job.

The image above you see is a CKUWTJ graphic I created for the Thanksgiving holiday, it was designed to basically thank all of my supporters and to be a caption to a small statement I made about why I’m Thankful. [ View posting of image: http://cantkeepupwiththejoneses.com/thank-you/ ]It’s crazy sometimes because I will be working on one thing and I get another idea. So time management and balancing what I do is a BIG necessity.

As I was sitting here on this past Thanksgiving with friends and family, I began thinking about all the creative talent I have and how there is so much I plan to do. And then I think about all the wonderful people who love what I do.  I thank you for being patient and waiting to see what’s next. I am also truly excited about all my new followers on Twitter, Tumblr, Facebook, and the people looking at my web site. THANK YOU for sharing and showing me, it’s good to know you are loving what I do !!

I love comics and when it’s all said and done I want to be an inspiration to someone. While my cartoons are sometimes funny, educational, inspirational, and/or sarcastic, I want people to learn from them, laugh at them, love them to a point you share them. I always visioned my audience having fun with each comic or cartoon graphic, and really enjoying the whole experience of being a part of The Concept Media Group and CKUWTJ. I hope somehow I spark a creativity within someone else along the way.

Remember find something you do good and be !nsp!red.

Sherilyn

“Inside of reality is where dreams really happen and come true. Don’t be a dreamer without the reality. Dreams alone are just an image. Reality is action. Put them together for greatness.” – Sherilyn Jones

I see individuals often talk about things they want to do and wish they could do. It makes me wonder what is holding them back. Determination doesn’t cost anything, it’s free!!! So just get determined. It’s been times where I used every ounce of energy in me to figure out how to make what I knew would make me happy in life work. It’s not easy and it will take some time to develop. Take a little time in your day to use a special talent you have by reserving a part of your life to being inspired. Life should be about making yourself smile so you can allow others to see your light shine and smile with you. Focus on one thing at a time and come up with a plan that works with your schedule.

Start off by putting together ideas you have on paper so you can become motivated. When you put ideas on paper and begin processing everything that is in your mind is the very first step to bringing it to reality. Once your motivation is active, you can then begin piecing the thoughts that was once in your mind together so you can physically work toward a goal to start on your happiness. Don’t be discouraged. Just keep developing and trying new things. As long as it’s something you love doing, you will find the joy in doing it. Procrastination won’t be an option after you set your goals and dedicate your heart to your dream. The hard part is actually making them a reality. Once you accomplish that you will see the inside of reality is where dreams really happen and come true.

Don’t be a dreamer without the reality. Dreams alone are just an image. Reality is action. Put them together for greatness.

Remember find something you do good and be !nsp!red.

Sherilyn