In a message dated 1/9/2005 6:19:16 AM Eastern Standard Time, [email protected] writes: Gr grandmother Lilly Wilder m/ James B Roberts. When was Lilly born? I have two Lillys with no marriage info; Lilly d/o Sylvanius and Mary Wilder born 1908 Lilly d/o William and Mossie Miracle Wilder born 1915 Rene' IDEAS TO CONNECT WITH THE ALMIGHTY Have a constant awareness of our Father, our King, Creator and Sustainer of the universe. As soon you think of the Creator, you immediately connect with Him. Think of Him often. Feel a sense of awe for the Creator by frequently contemplating the size and complexity of the universe. Realize that you are created in the image of the Creator and you are His child. When looking in a mirror, say to yourself, "You are a child of the Creator." Everything you have in life, you have because it is a gift from the Creator. Be constantly grateful. This gratitude creates love. The Almighty loves us more than we love ourselves. Frequently say to yourself, "The Almighty loves me even more than I love myself." Realize that everything that the Almighty causes to happen in your life, He causes to happen for a positive purpose. Some you will recognize, some you won't. Frequently repeat, "This, too, is for the good." Respect each human being because each human being is created in the Almighty's image. When you do an act of kindness, you are emulating the Almighty. Do so frequently. Every prayer you say, whether formal or in your own words, is an expression of connecting with the Creator. Make a blessing to thank the Creator before and after eating. This adds a spiritual dimension to the food you eat. Thank your Father, your King, for each and every breath. Since you are constantly breathing you are always connecting with the Creator. Let your trust in the Almighty's love for you give you an inner sense of serene Trust. Every life situation has been sent to you as a test and challenge from the Creator to help you grow and develop your character. Don't speak against or harm the Almighty's children. Thinking of this and acting accordingly connects you with the Creator. Realize that you are never alone. Wherever you are, the Almighty is always with you. Speak to Him in your own way and ask for your wants and needs.