valentine’s day

There was something so incredibly perfect about this Valentine’s day. There was no man, but it was so completely satisfying all the same. A few of us girls drove to Roscoe’s Chicken and Waffles. It was good. Though, I think my favorite part of the night came later. We drove through Long Beach and San Pedro to get to this little coffee shop (usually known as Starbucks) in Palos Verdes. As we drove up and down, over and round through the ocean coast to get there, it was perfection. I don’t think I’ve ever been in a moment that felt so right. The air outside was crisp, the sun was drifting ever so slowly into the horizon line, creating that perfect burnt orange color, closely resembling that of the above picture, and John Mayer was singing “Free Fallin’” to my soul. It was as if, just for that brief eternity, God was gracious enough to allow me to see all that was in front of me the whole time. I couldn’t take it in enough. Breathtaking would simply be an understatement. I wanted so badly to stay wrapped up in that moment forever. I’m grateful for these moments because they teach me that life is sweet. Amidst the anger, hate and shame, God grants us grace and wisdom to see the infinite in the simplistic. I will savor that moment as one of the greatest in my life thus far. Sweet enough to taste.

I’m a Jackie.

You Are a Jackie!

You are a Jackie.  “I do everything the right way.”

Jackies are realistic, conscientious, and principled. They strive to live up to their high ideals.

 

How to Get Along with Me   

* Take your share of the responsibility so I don’t end up with all the work.   

* Acknowledge my achievements.   

* I’m hard on myself. Reassure me that I’m fine the way I am.   

* Tell me that you value my advice.   

* Be fair and considerate, as I am.   

* Apologize if you have been unthoughtful. It will help me to forgive.   

* Gently encourage me to lighten up and to laugh at myself when I get uptight, but hear my worries first.

 

What I Like About Being a Jackie

* Being self-disciplined and able to accomplish a great deal   

* Working hard to make the world a better place   

* Having high standards and ethics; not compromising myself   

* Being reasonable, responsible, and dedicated in everything I do  

* Being able to put facts together, coming to good understandings, and figuring out wise solutions   

* Being the best I can be and bringing out the best in other people

 

What’s Hard About Being a Jackie   

* Being disappointed with myself or others when my expectations are not met   

* Feeling burdened by too much responsibility   

* Thinking that what I do is never good enough   

* Not being appreciated for what I do for people   

* Being upset because others aren’t trying as hard as I am   

* Obsessing about what I did or what I should do   

* Being tense, anxious, and taking things too seriously

 

Jackies as Children Often   

* Criticize themselves in anticipation of criticism from others   

* Refrain from doing things that they think might not come out perfect   

* Focus on living up to the expectations of their parents and teachers   

* Are very responsible; may assume the role of parent   

* Hold back negative emotions (“good children aren’t angry”)

 

Jackies as Parents   

* Teach their children responsibility and strong moral values   

* Are consistent and fair   

* Discipline firmly

 

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