Do You Have an Unwritten Code?

Have you ever considered why you do the things you do?

I've discovered that I have an unwritten code that effects almost every action in my life.

I'm a Defender of Children.

I cannot tolerate anyone who
abuses, hurts, mistreats, misjudges, disrespects, manipulates,
lies to or devalues children.

Sometimes I feel like a Pied Piper of kids. They seem to enjoy being around me. Maybe they know that I truly want what's best for them and appreciate them.

I Do Not Play Games.... Emotional, Social, Financial.......

My yes is yes and my no is no.
I cannot force myself to live up to expectations
I do not believe.

My neighbor used to worry that people would take advantage of me, especially in business because I was too nice or too honest. It's a risk I'm wiling to take. It's the only way I know how to live.

I Cannot Tolerate Anyone Who Disrespects Another Person..

especially publicly.

I truly believe that if I tolerate disrespectful behavior, especially in public
that I am actually condoning the behavior.

This has gotten me into trouble a few times. There was the time at the ballet when I told a guy he needed to show a little respect after he yelled profanities at the women who was speaking. Or when I told another guy he needed to show a little respect when he was yelling annoying comments at a political candidate during a neighborhood meeting.

I Do Everything I Can to Follow Through on Commitments....

unless it violates my code

My Faith in Jesus Christ is All Consuming.

I see God's hand throughout each day.
I pray about the small things and the BIG things.

On St. Patrick's Day I parked in a parking deck and didn't have any cash. I prayed that God would help me find enough money before it was time to pay. God answered. A lady asked about my sunglasses, I had an extra pair, and she bought them from me for $2.00. With the change in the car I had enough to pay the fee.

I would consider my faith to be more childlike than theological.

Key words to describe my relationship with Christ are

LOVE, COMPASSION, KINDNESS, PATIENCE and FORGIVENESS.

I Am Not Afraid to Confront Anyone Who Defies My Code.

I actually become physically sick to my stomach if I don't act.

I Love People.

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Living out my unwritten code in no way makes me a perfect person.

Just ask my kids and husband.

I know there are many times when I drive them crazy.
But... I'm predictable and transparent.
I Love God and I Love People.

What's your unwritten code?

Take the time to write it down.

You might be surprised to find out what motivates your actions.

Liz :-)