Give me a break!

If you are like me, you have at least one relative in your family that knows how to push your buttons. I am not about to tell you which one that is on this blog, but believe me I have one. And recently they were wearing the button out. The bible says that a gentle answer turns away wrath. I know this!!!! How is it though that I cannot remember to quote that when I am in overload, and just learn to keep my pie hole shut???? The good thing is that the Holy Spirit reminds me that my flesh is out of order, and lovingly POUNDS me over the head until I get the picture. So...like trying to put toothpaste back in to the container after it has been squeezed out....I apologize, and take my anger, and my attitude back to the cross. I am sure that none of you has this problem, but just in case... Know that kind words, even though hard sometimes or even not saying anything at all will always work in your favor. Better to walk away than to have to walk back for an apology. Something to ponder. Let me know your story or any comments that may help us all. Jory