Creators not Consumers

I heard an interesting commentary today about Black Friday.  Most of us are appalled at the violence and the greed of Black Friday, but we hope to hear good news about the economy.  Do we really think that the economy will get better if we consume more?  On the contrary.  Our personal state and the state of our nation will get better if we create more and consume less.  We are made in the image of God.  Have you read anything about God consuming anything (expect sending consuming fire on evil)?  No.  God created and is continuing to create.  He created us to create as well.  Our nation's economy was built on a free market which is run by creativity and ingenuity.  If we are just consumers that sit and wait to buy or take, our economy will self destruct.  As moms we know all about being creative.  We have to be to keep our kids out of trouble.  Let us be creative in other areas of our lives.  Being creative doesn't mean just making a craft, but producing something that helps us or others in some way.  For instance, someone created the Slap Chop.  I use one on a weekly basis to chop veggies for salads and soups.  This tool helps me to make dinners more quickly so that I have time for other activities.  What can you create today that will be helpful?  I created this blog to inspire myself and others to live better lives and bring encouragement, challenge, and maybe some laughter.  Tell me what you have created, lets inspire each other.