I'm Trust Worthy....

Lessons in honesty... It's Easter weekend, YAY!! Growing up, it was huge to get a new Easter outfit, hat and matching gloves( not the clearest pic but it's me) 

Once I became of age where my voice mattered and I could style myself my way, I became a bit more laid back. My church here in GA is quite amazing because there's no real emphasis put on what you wear. 

In keeping with tradition, I do purchase my little people outfits but they are so laid back because our life is laid back. 

Today as we searched high and low for the perfect converse for my daughter, we couldn't find them. We found a few that I liked and she didn't, we found a few she liked but didn't fit right. The night was drawing near and my body was finally shutting down( I got off work at 6:30 this am), I told Li, "hey, I'm getting tired so if we don't find a pair now, I'm sorry but you'll have to figure it out".. She soon found the perfect pair( but we had to change her entire outfit which was ok). 

We stood in line to pair for her shoes and son's shoes. I didn't pay attention, I just swiped my card and put their shoes in my reusable bag and left the store. As we left out there was beeping but I paid it no mind because others walked out with us. 

As we proceeded back to our vehicle, my gut told me to check the shoes. I'm so glad I did because there was a beeper on them. I pulled out the receipt and to my dismay, the associate did NOT charge me for them but gave me both pair and said I was all set. 

My daughter's eyes became glossy ( and not that I contemplated to keep going) and I too was a bit nervous. We walked back into the store and another associate saw us and said,"come here ma'am I'll remove the beeper".. I said, " wait, I'm back to pay. The other associate didn't charge me". He gave me a look of pure amazement and then offered an employee discount for my honesty. 

My Lovies, we should always practice what we teach our children. I also look for teachable lessons with my little people. Sometimes, it's better for them to see us in action vs us always just telling them. As I celebrate Resurrection Weekend, I'm reminded how much my savior loves me. I'm ever thankful for his life and sacrifice. Because of him an honest life is easy( still have its ups and downs tho) to live... Because thieves hung with him, I do not have to steal... I'm thankful that in every situation, my integrity speaks for itself!

Signed, 

Simply Cheneka