Something to Tuck Under Pillow:The Love You Seek Starts Within

What I have come to learn about love is likened to what I have also learned about happiness. Everything you seek is not only seeking you too...it STARTS with you. 

As adults we have all, at some point, experienced deep hurt and disappointment in our relationships with others. I'm sure we all have stories we can share where we have loved deeply and hard. Only to find the object of our affection did not see reciprocate the same level of love we gave. When this happens once or twice we find a way to recover. And in most cases we try at love again.

However, when we have repeatedly given our hearts fully and found our relationship experiences to be a reoccurring theme of disappointment we tend to develop a fear of loving again. When then close our hearts in order to protect ourselves. Yet in truth, the fear we feel is not really a fear of loving again. Rather,  it is a fear of being hurt again. But True Love doesn't hurt you...people do. 

The fortress you have built around your heart to protect you is really a false sense of security. It not only blocks love, or anything else, from getting in. It also blocks love from getting out. This creates a self-imposed prison you now are living in that serves you no good and blocks you from all the wonderful blessings that TRUE LOVE can  bring. 

And so it is that when you become truly ready and courageous enough to do the spiritual work within that is necessary to remove all the barriers around your heart you have built, your heart will naturally begin to open up to love again like a beautiful flower welcoming the falling rain.

When this natural process of healing happens, the Holy Spirit will answer your call to heal ALL your wounds from the past. As you become realigned with the vibrational energy of love again, Love will begin radiating from every fiber of your being. And as you allow genuine love to begin pouring forth again THROUGH you...you will also begin to see all that is in perfect alignment with genuine love attracting to you. It is the Law of the Universe in which we live that EVERYTHING you seek, including Love, starts within. 

This is just a little "Something to Tuck Under Your Pillow" to ponder as you drift off to sleep tonight. 

Until next time...I surround you in Love & Light! Sleep well and have a peaceful night! 


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A One Love Production
By Anna M. Hendricks
Copyright 2015

Worry About Nothing...Pray About Everything

Not a lot of words are needed for me to convey the point of my Inspirational Love Note message to you today. The title of today's message speaks for itself which is in essence saying, "If you gone worry why pray...and if you gone pray why worry."

So I'll keep it short and sweet today by simply leaving you with this scripture from (Philippians 4:6-7) which says, "Do not worry over things, but always by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your request be made known to God. And the peace of God, which passes all understanding, shall keep your hearts and minds through Jesus Christ."

Lastly, to go along with the above scripture, I leave you with this beautiful 1986 classic song by Anita Baker and The Winans befittingly titled, "Ain't No Need To Worry". I think between you meditating on the above scripture and soaking in the peaceful melody and soothing words to this song, which I've linked below, both the title and overall point of today's Inspirational Love Note message will be amply conveyed to you.



In closing, I pray that you enjoy the song and that this message helps you go about the rest of your day overcome with peace and centered in the presence of our Most High God. Above all remember, despite your current circumstances...continue to...Worry About Nothing....and Pray About Everything

As always I love hearing from you so continue to send me your Love Notes...and I'll continue sending you mine.

Until next time...I behold the Divinity of Christ in you...and surround you in Love & Light!


A One Love Production
By Anna M. Hendricks
Copyright 2011
Bible reference: Philippians 4:6-7 (Holy Bible, Ancient Eastern Text, Lama's Translation)

Singer Montell Jordan: From Shaken The Clubs...To Shaken The Church

Inspirational Love Notes - Breaking News Story: In case you didn't know former R&B singer Montell Jordan has transitioned from "This Is How We Do It" to Doing It For God. Click the link below to get the full scoop and see his new gospel video "Shake Heaven" recently posted on the station website for Atlanta's Inspiration Station 102.5FM.

Also, for those of you who live in the Atlanta area come get your praise party on with the station, enjoy some great gospel music and have some free fun at their Praise In the Park 2011 live concert event tomorrow at:

Centennial Olympic Park
285 International Blvd NW
Atlanta, Ga 30313
August 6, 2011
From: 12 Noon - Until: 8pm
This is a FREE Event

Click here for the story and video:Montell Jordan "This Is How We Do It" In His New Song "Shake Heaven" | MyPraiseATL - Praise 102.5 Atlanta's Home for the Gospel Community: "- Sent using Google Toolbar"

Awakening the Inner Child in You

Scripture instructs us through the teachings of Jesus, in Matthew 18:3, that we are to become like little children. Yet let us not confuse being CHILD-LIKE with being CHILD-ISH. Anyone who has children or has spent time watching and observing a child for a little while is sure to find that children have humble spirits with very vivid and colorful imaginations. Children also have open, receptive loving hearts.

In the mind and heart of a child absolutely nothing is impossible. This is why from a child's perspective they cannot comprehend the reasoning behind a parent or anyone telling them they cannot have something they deeply desire. I strongly believe this is the essence of what Jesus was teaching us when he said to his disciples that we are to be like little children and that doing so is the way into the kingdom of heaven.

I believe Jesus was in effect saying that like children, if we maintain having humble spirits, open and receptive hearts, and use the power of the colorful vivid imaginations that we also had as children to visualize the infinite possibilities life has to offer, then we too can see the deepest desires of our hearts manifest in a most miraculous way.

As long as your hearts desires align with the spiritual and universal laws of love, respect and the highest good for yourself and all involved, then just as a child would do, you too should hold to that vision believing with God absolutely NOTHING is impossible. After all, it is God's promise to delight in giving us the desires of our hearts as long as we keep Him first.

So go ahead...awaken the inner child in you and use the power of your imagination to envision a life beyond your wildest dreams. You'll be surprised by what you might see while you're there...and even more surprised by what you receive if you keep your heart open once you return from your imaginary world back to earth.

Until next time...I behold the divinity of Christ in you and surround you in love & light.

~ Peace

A One Love Production
By Anna M. Hendricks
Copyright 2011

The Power of Forgiving & Living in the Moment

In Kirk Franklin's latest single called "Smile" the first sentence in the opening of the song says, "Today's a new day". And that is the heart & essence of my message to you today. This is indeed a "NEW DAY" and we each have a choice in how we choose to go through it.

We have a choice to either give our power away by going through the day holding on to old grievances of yesterday. Or use our personal power to forgive, let go, let God and have peace within rather the person you feel offended you apologizes or not. The power that comes from genuine forgiveness always blesses you more than it can ever bless the other person because forgiveness is ALWAYS FOR & ABOUT YOU and NO One Else.

Forgiveness is about calling your own spirit back after giving your inner power away by allowing the behavior or action you perceived as an offense against you by another to become so internalized that you became off centered and emotionally upset even for a moment. So I encourage you to choose the latter option. Choose to use your inner power constructively by forgiving and letting go which also means no longer speaking or thinking about the situation from this point forward.

Today's a new day, so choose to think new thoughts, feel new feelings, have a new perspective, radiate a new energy vibration, have a new attitude & experience the opportunity to love today in a new way.

Until Next time...

I Behold the Divinity of Christ in you & surround you in love & light. Peace!

A One Love Production
By Anna M. Hendricks
copyright 2011

Ask God Trust God And Expect His Blessings!

What is it that you feel you're lacking in your life right now that's blocking you from experiencing true joy and deep inner fulfillment? Did you know that instead of sitting around feeling hopeless thinking you're waiting on God it's actually the other way around? God is the one actually waiting on you. Anything and everything good you could ever want or need in this life has already been put in place for you by God before you were ever fully conceived in your mother's womb.

God already knew all you would need and desire to make it through this life. All the good He had planned for you when you were just an idea in His divine mind to create has already been done for you. Now all He's waiting on is for you to ask Him for that which is already yours for the taking. All He asked of you in order to receive your divine inheritance is put and keep Him first in your life. "But seek first the Kingdom of God and it's righteousness, and all these things will be added to you." (Matthew 6:33 Lamsa's Aramaic Translation) The kingdom of heaven is already at your hands. So what are you waiting for to claim it?

Rather your current need or desire is for better health, harmonious relationships, attracting your divine-right mate, a new job or career breakthrough, more money and financial increase. Use the power of your imagination today to see your hearts desires coming forth to you now in golden streams of good and plenty. Open your minds eye to see the avalanche's of abundance that's already yours by divine right given by God in endless supply. Then give thanks for the manifestation of your good now. Ask God...Trust God...And Expect His Blessings! ~ Until next time...I surround you in love & light beloved...Peace!


A One Love Production
By Anna M. Hendricks
Copyright 2011

References: Holy Bible, Matthew 6:33, Lamsa's Aramaic Translation

Mind Control: You Hold The Power of Your Thoughts

In the highly acclaimed bestselling inspirational book, "As A Man Thinketh", author James Allen wrote, "The human mind is likened to a garden, which may be intelligently cultivated or allowed to run wild. But whether cultivated or neglected, it must and will bring forth." In essence, this means rather we are conscious of it our not our thoughts have power. Yet, we are not powerless slaves to our minds. God has empowered each of us with dominion over our thoughts and the power to control what we think.

Rather we choose to use this God given empowerment to control our thoughts or allow our thoughts to control us is a decision we each make respectively. After all, God also granted us the power of free will. In either case, the thoughts we hold in our minds causes a chain reaction. What we focus on the most with intensity will eventually manifest resulting in a direct effect on our individual circumstances and experiences. With that understanding it's clear to see that it's in our best interest to become more conscious of the thoughts we hold about ourselves and others in our lives.

So, how are you using your mind power today? Are you cultivating and controlling your thoughts aligning them with the power of your imagination to see the highest good in all things for yourself and others? Do you take heed to the instructions of scripture that tells us in Philippians 4:8, "Whatever is true, whatever is honest, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is of good report; if there is any virtue and if there is any praise, think about these things."(Lamsa's Aramaic Translation)

Are you using the power of your thoughts to stay focused on the positive despite what's going on around you? Do you fill your mind daily with reading material that helps you remember the Truth that God is your source, supply and infinite supplier? Are you standing on your faith in Gods promise to never leave or forsake those who belong to Him and trust in Him? Do you use your thoughts to affirm that regardless of how hopeless or discouraging your circumstances appear to be, God is your help in EVERY need?

Or are you going through life allowing your outer circumstances to control you by letting your thoughts run rampant like wild weeds in a field of negativity, worry, hopelessness and despair? If this latter question sounds like you know that it does your relationship with yourself a huge disservice and your relationship with God a dishonor to live life that way. As the saying goes, "if you gone' pray why worry and if you gone' worry why pray".

On the other hand, if you've been struggling through life on your own without having a relationship with God I encourage you to start one today. Contrary to popular belief or opinion, it's actually very simple to begin. You can start by going before Him in prayer with a humbled spirit and open heart. Then simply say, "Dear God, I'm tired of trying to figure life out on my own and cannot do this alone. I realize now that your ways are higher than my ways and your thoughts are higher than my thoughts. I need your help and guidance. Please come into my heart God. Show me your ways and I will make you my Lord and savior." It's that easy!!!

In closing, rather you already have a strong relationship with God or not I leave you with a few positive affirmations. If practiced regularly they will help you better cultivate your mind and control your thoughts in a constructive manner. Just take five to ten minutes to sit still and light your favorite scented candle if you like. If you prefer just silence with no candle that's fine too. Next, close your eyes and repeat each of the following affirmations three times.

1.) Infinite Spirit I'm open to you for guidance, come sit at the seat of my soul.
2.) Infinite Spirit I'm open to you for understanding, come sit at the seat of my heart.
3.) Infinite Spirit I open my mind to you for wisdom, come sit at the seat of my thoughts.

I encourage you to begin practicing these affirmations every day, twice a day (preferably upon awaking each morning and again before bed at night) for the next 21 days. The results may not be immediately noticeable in an obvious way but stick to it anyway. Like everything worth anything in life the effects of this mental transformation to achieve outer results is a process that takes time. So keep at it for the first 21 days. Then start over and continue saying them daily this time for 40 days and watch the major miraculous transformation you begin to experience in your life and affairs.

Until next time, I surround you in love & light beloved...Peace Be Still!


A One Love Production
By Anna M. Hendricks
Copyright 2011

References: James Allen, "As A Man Thinketh" The Inspirational Classic revised version copyright 2008, chapter 2, paragraph one, page 9;
Holy Bible, Philippians 4:8 (Lamsa's Aramaic Translation)

The Power of the Imagination

God created each of us as a one of kind divine design original masterpiece. If His imagination is that powerful and we are made in His image & likeness then just imagine the infinite possibilities that are yours for the taking. Through the God given power of our imaginations we can create original masterpieces as well in every area of our lives. It may seem like a difficult process to do yet it's really very simple.

Close your eyes and visualize the life you desire for yourself. Ask God to align your vision with the vision He has in mind for you that's in your best interest and highest good. Then surrender your vision and hearts desire to God releasing any attachment to the outcome. Trust in the perfection of the Divine Intelligence of Infinite Spirit to work out the details. Then watch the power of your imagination aligned with Gods will for you manifest in the most miraculous way and divine time. ~Peace Beloved

A One Love Production
By Anna "Ms. Poet" Hendricks
copyright 2011

The Power of Non-Resistance

What many people fail to realize is that there is power in being non-resistant. If you’re not convinced of this truth then observe and take note of it from nature. When the gusty winds and storms come the trees do not resist. Rather, they remain flexible by bending and swaying gently with the flow of the raging winds of the storm allowing it to do its thing and pass on by. Then when the storm is over the strongest of the trees always survive and remain still standing.

Like wise, I encourage you to be like the trees. Practice the art and power of non-resistance. So that when the storms of life blow your way you too can maintain holding a calm, flexible attitude and posture. Remain grounded in your faith as you allow whatever storm in life you may be going through to do what it's come to do which is simply pass you by. Then see God bring you through it all like a strong tree still standing. After all, there is good that comes even in the mist of storms that usually show up as a lesson and/or blessing waiting for you just on the other side. ~ Peace Beloved

The Power of Choice

Through our God given power of choice,
we each have a voice...we each have a say,
To determine in any situation we find ourselves facing,
if it's in our best interest to walk away or stay

Through the power of choice we can choose to be a giver,
or choose to be the one who always takes.
We can choose to keep doing the same things over and over
getting the same result or we can choose to use wisdom
and learn from our past mistakes.

We can choose to repeatedly
find ourselves in conflict with others
by allowing ourselves to be driven
by our emotions, insecurities, and fears.
Or we can choose the path that leads to peace
by being slower to speak and swifter to hear.
After all, this is perhaps the reason
God gave us one mouth and two ears.

We can find ourselves enjoying more harmonious relationships
if we choose to do better at practicing humility
and come to fully understand,
that pride comes before the fall of every great man.
So it behooves us to choose to be happy
versus arguing to prove we are right
as often as we can.

We can choose to continue to feed the insatiable need
to feel the only way to get the outcome we desire
is by attempting to control every person
and situation in our lives.
Or we can choose to let go...
be still and know
that God rules the heavens and earth
and by right of our birth
we were created to prosper and thrive.

You see, the power of choice is a wonderful gift indeed.
And praying for discernment to use it wisely
is sound advise of which we should all take heed.
For choosing to see one another through the eyes of God
with an understanding heart of forgiveness, love & compassion
is more of what we need,
To heal our wounds and close the gap of separation
in all humanity
and see more of our relationships succeed.

A One Love Production
By Anna "Ms. Poet" Hendricks
copyright May 2011

The True Place of Power

Contrary to what you've been told,
true power isn't in the position or title you hold.
Neither is it in money...
for it cannot be bought or sold.
It has nothing to do with being young or old...
or the level of physical strength you uphold.

True power resonates from deep within,
a gift from God given to us
with no beginning, middle or end.

To tap into this inner power
all one has to do,
is align your mind with Spirit and
let God's Higher Power permeate through you.
Yet be conscious of your words and thoughts,
for they have power too.

A One Love Production
By Anna "Ms. Poet" Hendricks
copyright May 2011

Love Notes Podcast Show Promo

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Looking forward to bringing you great music & poetry while continuing to inspire you with food for your body, mind & soul on Love Notes...Spreading love across the air-waves...one poem...one song at a time!

~Ana Marie aka Ms. Poet

Black Diamond

Beyond his…exterior toughness…
His…outer layers of roughness
I see, a beautiful and precious, rare gem
Although there’s so much more to learn about him
Cause he’s full of originality
So it takes time to learn his complex personality
Then still, you will never truly understand
The walking enigma known as the black man

I…see you every day and I…swear each time you come my way
My spirit is lifted higher…I’m left, feeling so deeply inspired
Black Diamond you set my soul on fire
And the energy of your masculinity is all that I desire
So don’t, ever feel you need to change…
Nothing about you I would rearrange
Just keep being beautiful sexy you…
And to your soul always be true
And please keep doing that…thing you do
when we do what we do like only you can do
You’re my…partner, my lover, my brutha, my boo
And I’m so grateful to God for your creation that…
no matter what we go through…
I have unshakable belief and faith in you

The smile you wear daily cannot disguise
The deeply rooted pain I see when I look in your eyes
which…I’ve been told…
are the windows to the heart of a man’s soul
So you…drink to numb the pain and remove the stress
Or sometimes to gain the courage
to get what you have to say off your chest
But…I digress
cause…even when you’re not at your personal best
you still stand out from the rest
So with you I will always be impressed

And I…pity the fool’s who passed you by
under-estimating your worth
Yet I wonder, if I let my holy water saturate into your earth…
Will it be enough to heal the pain of your past
and cause in you a rebirth?
To the passion for love & life I’m sure you once felt inside
that somehow appears to have died

So I thank God for blessin’ me
with the gift of insight that makes it so easily
To look beyond the surface and clearly see
That you’re a…Black Diamond…a rare gem stone
And I…go into an erotic zone
each time I smell your Polo Black cologne
Damn Black Diamond! You turn me on
From your size 12 Tim’s, to your 22 inch Rim’s
And the way you somehow
make an aphrodisiac out of smokin’ a Black & Mild

You’re authentic…the real deal
From your Will Smith charisma to your Denzel sex appeal
And that you’ve got hands down…real talk…
Only man on earth that’s got swagger in his walk
Like rhythm & blues, you’re a total package all intertwined
And it’s always an honor to call you mine
In all your various forms from handsome, to cute
or just damn fine
The God light in my Black Diamond always shines

Your a…Black Diamond…a rare gem stone
And for everything in the past you ever did wrong
For ever woman you ever hurt or hurt you
I want to atone
I wanna help you leave memories of yesterday behind
Raise your level of consciousness…I mean elevate your mind
I wanna use my spiritual favor with God
to pay off your karmic debts and dues
Cause even as a strong black woman
I could never walk a mile in your shoes
Cause the cross you inherited
weigh’s you down tryin’ to carry it
So I dare a man of any other race
to rise to the challenge of tryin’ to take your place

Cause when I look at you I marvel at my own reflection
Feel so safe when I’m embraced in your arms of protection
Always fulfilled as the recipient of your love & affection
Made in God’s image and likeness…
Black Diamond you are pure perfection

Regardless of…money, education, or any other worldly limitation
you’re creative and resourceful…
Sometimes a bit cocky, other times remorseful
You’re charming and clever but boring… you are never
You’re stronger than steal, with unparalleled drive, focus and will
Proud as a lion yet, sometimes gentle and shy
But more man than ever when you’re not ashamed to cry

You’re my…Black Diamond…no other like you in the world
And I’m so proud to be your partner a.k.a. the Black Pearl

Dedicated to the Black Man
By Anna “Ms. Poet” Hendricks
A One Love Production
Copyright 2008
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A Brief Moment of Clarity

For just a brief moment, I had a flash of intuition where I was able to see myself and my talents as God sees me and all that He has in store for me that’s yet to come. For just a brief moment, I saw me reaching my full potential the way God has always seen in me. After all, it is He who inspires and instilled in me this abundance of creative ability when I was just an idea in His Divine Mind even before I was conceived in my mother’s womb.

For just a brief moment, I was able to see a mere glimpse of Gods divine plan for my life and in that milla-second of a moment, I became so overwhelmed with joy and moved beyond words in my spirit. Then I received an intense current of energy that I knew with an amazing sense of certainty, was the Infinite Divine Holy presence of Spirit moving though me like a flash of lighting…

And all I could do or say in response to that precious, sacred, immensely profound yet very brief moment…was lift my hands in total praise with tear filled eyes of pure joy, deep gratitude and awe at what I saw. Then with a proclamation of great expectation and conviction in my heart and voice I opened my mouth and said….Thank you Most High God…For you NEVER CEASE to amaze me. Even in a brief moment like this of removing the veil from my eyes and allowing me to clearly see all that you created me to be! In the name and nature of Jesus the Christ...It is done! And So It Is!

A One Love Production
(From the Journal Pages of Anna Ms. Poet Hendricks)
Copyright 2011

A Love Note On Faith

Spirit Speaks

I am exactly where I need to be
I have now been made free
I am walking hand in hand with God
into the promise of my divine destiny

My affairs have been perfected by God,
by His hands made whole and complete
My blessings are flowing to me in streams
of good and plenty and all obstacles have
become obsolete

I do not have to chase after my blessings
Nor can I be denied the good God
has for me
For His promise is to lead me beside
the still waters where I receive
my good effortlessly.

…Spirit has spoken!

From my journal pages June 2006
Copyright revised June 2007
A One Love Production
By Anna “Ms. Poet” Hendricks

The Essence of a Phenomenal Woman

Phenomenal woman dry your eyes

Phenomenal woman don’t you realize,

that you’re the catch…you’re the prize

Phenomenal woman I swear from head to toe

You are radiant in your splendor…

…extraordinarily beautiful

Phenomenal woman with so much originality

you are the envy of other women but to men

a mystery…in awe of your authenticity

Phenomenal woman, anointed by God with a ministry

to touch the lives of others through

your abundant creativity

inspiring them to be all God created them to be

So go ‘head girl…

walk in the fullness of your God given destiny

You’re the apple of God’s eye he made so brilliantly

And if you look in the mirror I’m sure you will see

…that you’re a Phenomenal Woman

A One Love Production

Copyright 2010