The Rapunzel Factor
Posted by: eismenguito on: October 20, 2008
“My purpose is to give life in all its fullness.”
John 10:10
My Mom raised me in the reading block. As such, she would often come home and buy us story books. She would fancy fairy tales so I ended up reading Rapunzel. Remember the long-braided maiden locked up in a tower, waiting for her prince to come rescue her? Well, yeah. That’s her alright.
Looking back, I realize that there’s a Rapunzel in every woman; that damsel-in-distress factor. Well, I wouldn’t mind being swept off by my prince to a faraway kingdom. I believe that every woman would love a happy ending to their own tales. Almost every girl dreams of the prince charming that would whisk her off and then live happily ever after.
But what if prince charming hasn’t arrived yet? Or what if the prince of your dreams has arrived but the living-happily-ever-after is yet far from reach? Would you dangle your long braided hair to anyone or anything that would cross your tower, just to break free from that gilded cage? I don’t think so.
The downside of Rapunzel is that her fulfillment was in the arrival of her prince—the prince fighting against the wicked witch and setting her free. While that may be a good story line, I just wonder what Rapunzel did while waiting for her prince. Did she just keep combing her hair to make it sturdy as a rope? Did she sing sweetly to the chirping birds that land on her window? Well, some movies portrayed her that way. Those are true for Rapunzel and sadly, those are true for some women in this age, too.
I know and have come across women who think that finally meeting the man of her dreams and getting married is the culminating point of their lives. While marriage is a bliss and a wonderful calling, I believe that being single is an anointed season and a blissful life too. The season of being single opens doors of opportunities to explore what God has appointed you to do—to build on the skills and talents and put them to good use—for His glory. Michelle McKinney Hammond said the reason why many women find their lives boring is because they have made it as it is. God has destined each season in our lives. As Elisabeth Elliott aptly put it, romance may not be for today’s business. If now is not its time, then what are we doing with the precious time that we have now? Shouldn’t we be exploring new things and living life to the fullest?
Yvette, one of the friends that I admire the most, is also a great example of living to the full. While she’s busy with work and her ministry, she still finds time to engage in nationalistic pursuits and improve her skills on photography. When I asked her to join me for a travel feature, she said, “Wow! Exciting! New challenges!” I believe that’s one great way of living being single and making the most out of it.
There are doors of opportunities that God would love to usher you in. The God that we serve is an exciting God who is more than willing to bring you to greater heights. But the question is, are you up for it? If you are, then jump in, girl! There are great things in store for you!
9 Responses to "The Rapunzel Factor"
October 21, 2008 at 6:20 am
wow!great message…like rapunzel i am in the season of waiting…season for my 1 true love to come…maybe my prince is still fighting with those villains…maybe my prince is still facing those witches…i don’t know what keeps my prince from coming over…i just know that my purpose is to live my life to the fullness…waiting could be painful and frustrating…but one thing i’m sure of?i know he is on his way now…???because my father told me so… 
October 22, 2008 at 2:56 am
“Michelle McKinney Hammond said the reason why many women find their lives boring is because they have made it as it is. God has destined each season in our lives.”
frend, super thanks! nagulat nman ako at nandito ako sa entry moh… hehehe i appreciate it! there is so much passion and joy in me in this season that’s why im really enjoying it.
Its true that its a decision if you’ll be bored with your life but not for me… That’s why im making the most out of it because i know that when you’ll get married someday there will be more limitations on the things that you do. Kaya we have to enjoy our single life in this season (gimik, travel, shopping, spend time with friends, clubbing, food, fashion, etc.).
We need to take time to develop also ourselves because God wants us to be in his image and likeness. So that when our prince charming will come into our life, he’ll appreciate God kasi He prepared the princess suited for him… hehehe=)
October 25, 2008 at 8:49 am
“While marriage is a bliss and a wonderful calling, I believe that being single is an anointed season and a blissful life too. The season of being single opens doors of opportunities to explore what God has appointed you to do—to build on the skills and talents and put them to good use—for His glory. Michelle McKinney Hammond said the reason why many women find their lives boring is because they have made it as it is. God has destined each season in our lives. As Elisabeth Elliott aptly put it, romance may not be for today’s business. If now is not its time, then what are we doing with the precious time that we have now? Shouldn’t we be exploring new things and living life to the fullest?”
this is an EYE OPENER for me. it encourages me to live each moment of my life to the fullest knowing strong women like you sharing some wise insights on this topic. by this you do touch lives and remind women to live life in faith – trusting GOD in his promises in his perfect time because you just touched mine. thanks for this wonderful message.
there is indeed yet alot to look forward to… alot of opportunities to indulge into. =)
November 1, 2008 at 5:43 pm
For the ladies who left comments and your personal insights here, thank you so much! Your opinions mean a lot to me. Indeed, there’s more to look forward to as we sail through life as single women. I pray that God will enrich you more and open your eyes to his abundance for you in this season. It is a privilege for me to read your thoughts in the posts here. I treasure them deeply. Looking forward to see more of your comments! Thanks for dropping by!
November 2, 2008 at 3:24 pm
Congratulations on your site! I enjoyed reading it! Please take note that this is my first time to read a blog, haha. I am just encourage to read blogs now after talking to you this afternoon. There is such a spirit of excellence here, great job! BTW, liked your picture. It’s so nice!
November 2, 2008 at 4:46 pm
Hi Carol!
I have immensely enjoyed our chat earlier today. I left our chat, armed with so much insights and inspiration. Listening to you was so refreshing. Thank you for the time and the impartation! Please do check this site every now and then. I have thought of a topic I’ve been wanting to write about and it was inspired by you! Thanks for dropping by!
November 8, 2008 at 7:51 pm
“There is a time for everything and a season for every activity under heaven… HE has made everything beautiful in its time.”
Ecc 3:1,11
I was just reminded by this scripture while I was reading your blog. Indeed, the waiting would be long and frustrating yet rewarding. For our God has already orchestrated seasons in our life according to His time. It just made me so excited to see my prince coming at spring season but I know even in the season of waiting, God wants me to experience His beauty. He has just promised that Waiting is also beautiful.
I will always want to encourage other single ladies to explore and enjoy things, not missing anything that God wants them to experience during the season of waiting. There’s gonna be more to life. Let’s move out of the box ladies, there’s spring that awaits us so we better appreciate and taste the goodness of every single moment we live.
There’s such a thing as the BLESSEDNESS OF WAITING…
Live. Laugh. Love.
Live Life to the full!!
(I just had the time now to comment about your blogs. Its so amazing. I love it! I’ll continue to support your blog. thanks ate.. I’m encouraged! I miss you ate eis!)
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October 21, 2008 at 6:02 am
yes i agree with this. Women who are single should enjoy their singleness and not be in a rush of having a partner and pick whoever is offering or courting them, because God is faithful and He will give the right person at the right time for those women who are faithfully waiting and obeying God.
Sister Eis, I really appreciate this blog because this would serve as an eye opener for those women who are in the season of waiting, this would be a great help for them to increase their faith and enjoy their single life to the fullest–because life having a partner will never be the same as that of a single!