There comes a time, intermittently, when we find ourselves questioning our efforts. It could be due to opposition or confrontation or just constant hurdles. It is as though we are almost literally beating our heads against that proverbial brick wall.
It is physically draining and emotionally exhausting.
And then . . .
Validation!
It can be a finished product.
It can be a kind word.
It can be someone confiding in you with their concerns that align perfectly with yours.
It can be a stranger's smile.
It can be a simple pat on the back.
It can also be the most insignificant acknowledgement of your value and worth.
But . . . it is
Validation!
No matter what seems to be piling up upon you, there is always something better awaiting you. Something confirming your efforts, your patience, your tenacity, your courage.
YOU are amazing!
Saturday, August 31, 2013
Friday, August 30, 2013
My theory
So I have this theory . . .
I believe that whatever good or bad fortune might befall you,
you can ALWAYS give it meaning and transform it into something of positive value
and that you cannot ever do a kindness too soon,
for you never know how soon it will be too late.
OK . . . so I kind of co-mingled two really good quotes, but I kind of made it my own, too.
And it's true!
I believe that whatever good or bad fortune might befall you,
you can ALWAYS give it meaning and transform it into something of positive value
and that you cannot ever do a kindness too soon,
for you never know how soon it will be too late.
OK . . . so I kind of co-mingled two really good quotes, but I kind of made it my own, too.
And it's true!
Thursday, August 29, 2013
Meaning & Purpose
If this is a repeat, forgive me.
It is WORTH repeating.
The MEANING of life is to find your gift.
The PURPOSE of life is to give it away.
Give, people . . . give!
It is WORTH repeating.
The MEANING of life is to find your gift.
The PURPOSE of life is to give it away.
Give, people . . . give!
Wednesday, August 28, 2013
Read and Ponder
Another perfect snippet that jumped up and bit me today:
"Act as if it were impossible to fail."
Imagine what you could do . . . what any of us could do . . . if we followed this little gem!
"Act as if it were impossible to fail."
Imagine what you could do . . . what any of us could do . . . if we followed this little gem!
Tuesday, August 27, 2013
Words to Live By
Without an author, I cannot thank whoever came up with this ~ even though I changed it a little bit, but I will surely share it.
It is beautifully written and perfectly said!
Work for a cause, NOT for applause.
Live life to express, NOT to impress.
Don't strive to make your presence noticed,
But do what you can to make your absence felt.
This is just SO everything I'm all about!
Make it a good one folks.
It is beautifully written and perfectly said!
Work for a cause, NOT for applause.
Live life to express, NOT to impress.
Don't strive to make your presence noticed,
But do what you can to make your absence felt.
This is just SO everything I'm all about!
Make it a good one folks.
Monday, August 26, 2013
Stand Your Ground
This blog is not about an unused defense that has been wielded to incite racial divide and spur riots. Instead this is about knowing who you are, loving what you are, accepting and seizing opportunities, and protecting what is yours!
As many college students begin a new year or a first year, I hope you've remembered to pack four of the most important boxes you can ever carry with you.
These would be:
The soap box ~ use this to stand up and speak up for the wrongs you see, the rights you've been given, and the passions you possess.
The ballot box ~ this country is based on the 'voice of the people'. Don't ever be afraid to let your voice be heard or think that it doesn't count. YOU matter!
The jury box ~ this civic duty is an opportunity to learn, to grow, to expand your thinking and your aptitudes as you protect the rights and liberties of others. Be proud of this opportunity you have.
The cartridge box ~ one of my favorites! The 2nd Amendment gives us the Right to Bear Arms. Provide a little force to defend your other three boxes. What's yours is yours ~ your possessions, your family, your life. Protect them.
Stand your ground today.
Saturday, August 24, 2013
The Three C's
I try to abide by these as much as I can.
Calm, Cool, Consistent.
When things get all crazy and frenzied, your best course of action is NOT to jump in the rapids and try to swim upstream. It is, instead, to remain calm.
Take a deep breath. Look at the big picture. What can you REALISTICALLY do about the situation to alter its progression? Once you're leveled off, move forward.
While others are ranting and raving and losing their marbles . . . stay cool! Reacting to trouble is a bad thing. Responding is much better. Let the coolness get into your vertebrae! (One of my favorite movie lines!) Even if your blood is boiling inside, keep your cool on the outside. To assess, instead of obsess, is the smarter way to go.
Consistency is key!
I know so many people who completely unravel during hard or stressful times. I feel bad for them. They need to find an outlet, and other people's feelings is NOT the right choice. We all have full lives. We all have WAY too much to do. That is usually by our own doing. What we heap on our plates is almost always by our own hand. The key to successfully navigating your to-do list, is to remain consistent. Freaking out; reacting; spouting before scouting, is just NOT cool.
If you're unsure of something ~ ask.
If you need an answer ~ ask.
If you'd like some clarification ~ ask.
And then . . . move forward calmly, and coolly, in your even-keeled manner!
Calm, Cool, Consistent . . . sure beats crazy, confrontational, and calamity!
Calm, Cool, Consistent.
When things get all crazy and frenzied, your best course of action is NOT to jump in the rapids and try to swim upstream. It is, instead, to remain calm.
Take a deep breath. Look at the big picture. What can you REALISTICALLY do about the situation to alter its progression? Once you're leveled off, move forward.
While others are ranting and raving and losing their marbles . . . stay cool! Reacting to trouble is a bad thing. Responding is much better. Let the coolness get into your vertebrae! (One of my favorite movie lines!) Even if your blood is boiling inside, keep your cool on the outside. To assess, instead of obsess, is the smarter way to go.
Consistency is key!
I know so many people who completely unravel during hard or stressful times. I feel bad for them. They need to find an outlet, and other people's feelings is NOT the right choice. We all have full lives. We all have WAY too much to do. That is usually by our own doing. What we heap on our plates is almost always by our own hand. The key to successfully navigating your to-do list, is to remain consistent. Freaking out; reacting; spouting before scouting, is just NOT cool.
If you're unsure of something ~ ask.
If you need an answer ~ ask.
If you'd like some clarification ~ ask.
And then . . . move forward calmly, and coolly, in your even-keeled manner!
Calm, Cool, Consistent . . . sure beats crazy, confrontational, and calamity!
Friday, August 23, 2013
Yourself
Yesterday was most interesting.
It was truly filled with throngs of Angels who visited, sent wishes, and blessed me with all sorts of treats and love and generosity. Whether because it was my birthday or because it was "Be An Angel" day, I was humbled by the overwhelming outpouring of all of it!
Thank you!
It stirred within me, something primal and urgent, though. I will now have a little more time to focus on myself. Of course I will continue to eternally worry and fret about my children. That's just a God-given mother thing. But . . .
The thing that is really hard, and really amazing, is giving up on being perfect
and beginning the work of becoming yourself."
~ Anna Quindlen
I believe I will take the weekend off to reclaim my house, but then . . . I reclaim myself!
How 'bout you?
It was truly filled with throngs of Angels who visited, sent wishes, and blessed me with all sorts of treats and love and generosity. Whether because it was my birthday or because it was "Be An Angel" day, I was humbled by the overwhelming outpouring of all of it!
Thank you!
It stirred within me, something primal and urgent, though. I will now have a little more time to focus on myself. Of course I will continue to eternally worry and fret about my children. That's just a God-given mother thing. But . . .
The thing that is really hard, and really amazing, is giving up on being perfect
and beginning the work of becoming yourself."
~ Anna Quindlen
I believe I will take the weekend off to reclaim my house, but then . . . I reclaim myself!
How 'bout you?
Thursday, August 22, 2013
Kismet
Today is my birthday. (As well as my good friend, A3!)
It is also "Be An Angel Day"!
Coincidence? Hmmmmmmm
I know that A3 has been an Angel to me since the 6th or 7th grade. That is a long, long, long time ago. She mentored me, guided me, pushed me, prodded me, scolded me, taught me, and has always been a friend.
I'm not sure if I am such a huge fan of Angels because I was born on this day, or just because I've been blessed to be in the presence of so very many of them, but in an effort to continue the day's purpose, I will go be an Angel today.
You too!
Go and earn your wings today!
It is also "Be An Angel Day"!
Coincidence? Hmmmmmmm
I know that A3 has been an Angel to me since the 6th or 7th grade. That is a long, long, long time ago. She mentored me, guided me, pushed me, prodded me, scolded me, taught me, and has always been a friend.
I'm not sure if I am such a huge fan of Angels because I was born on this day, or just because I've been blessed to be in the presence of so very many of them, but in an effort to continue the day's purpose, I will go be an Angel today.
You too!
Go and earn your wings today!
Wednesday, August 21, 2013
Preparation
One of my dearest and sweetest friends brought a beautiful truth to light over the past few days.
I just spent the last couple of days constructing or helping to construct a futon, dining room table and four chairs, two dressers, a platform bed, two little tables with a matching book case and tv stand and a little butcher's block table. My hands are aching, my back and legs are shot, and my heart is about as heavy as can be as I left my son at college.
There was much laughter and silliness and we stayed up WAY too late. We romped around and shopped ourselves into oblivion and met some truly remarkable people.
I knew that saying 'goodbye' would be difficult, but I knew I had my husband to lean on for comfort and strength. It had never crossed my mind that I might have to help hold him together. It was a truly rough ride home. I am so very blessed to have met and married someone so very caring and wonderful.
And so . . .
When I arrived home, I read a post from a friend who was lending support. She said:
"We spend years preparing them for this. We don't ever begin to prepare ourselves."
You couldn't be more right. You are a wise and wonderful and comforting friend. Thank you for your strength and insight. It helps more than you know.
This new chapter begins slowly, but I know it will turn into a wonderful best seller in no time.
I just spent the last couple of days constructing or helping to construct a futon, dining room table and four chairs, two dressers, a platform bed, two little tables with a matching book case and tv stand and a little butcher's block table. My hands are aching, my back and legs are shot, and my heart is about as heavy as can be as I left my son at college.
There was much laughter and silliness and we stayed up WAY too late. We romped around and shopped ourselves into oblivion and met some truly remarkable people.
I knew that saying 'goodbye' would be difficult, but I knew I had my husband to lean on for comfort and strength. It had never crossed my mind that I might have to help hold him together. It was a truly rough ride home. I am so very blessed to have met and married someone so very caring and wonderful.
And so . . .
When I arrived home, I read a post from a friend who was lending support. She said:
"We spend years preparing them for this. We don't ever begin to prepare ourselves."
You couldn't be more right. You are a wise and wonderful and comforting friend. Thank you for your strength and insight. It helps more than you know.
This new chapter begins slowly, but I know it will turn into a wonderful best seller in no time.
Monday, August 19, 2013
Be happy!
Lucky me! I'm awake early! LOL
From Orson Scott Card:
Changing the world is good for those who want their names in books.
But being happy,
that is for those who write their names in the lives of others,
and hold the hearts of others as the treasure most dear.
I thought this was appropriate for the first day of school here in Florida. It would seem to me that this statement embodies teachers at their core.
Thank you for all you do with our children.
For everyone else, not lucky enough to mold the life and mind of a youngster, go hold the heart of others as a dear treasure today! Change the world and be happy!
xo
From Orson Scott Card:
Changing the world is good for those who want their names in books.
But being happy,
that is for those who write their names in the lives of others,
and hold the hearts of others as the treasure most dear.
I thought this was appropriate for the first day of school here in Florida. It would seem to me that this statement embodies teachers at their core.
Thank you for all you do with our children.
For everyone else, not lucky enough to mold the life and mind of a youngster, go hold the heart of others as a dear treasure today! Change the world and be happy!
xo
Sunday, August 18, 2013
Judge not . . .
Lest you be judged!
So very often, those that judge the most are those that point fingers, accept no blame, and offer up excuse after excuse for their own wrong-doings. It is most interesting.
We are all guilty of making quick assessments of others. This is bad. You should NEVER judge a book by its cover. You don't know where that book has been. And that beautiful phrase about 'living in glass houses,' becomes more and more appropriate as the years go by.
Whether you believe in the hand of God, karma, or whatever . . . it WILL come back and bite you. When you are constantly the finger pointer, playing the blame game, and can never quite seem to be accountable for ANY of your actions . . . your time will come. It is not a threat, nor an impending doom. It is simply TRUTH!
I am not perfect. NO ONE is! Which is exactly why we should not judge. Maybe that fearful anxiety of being judged or thinking that you have been, is that wee little voice in your head telling you to accept your guilt. Ask for forgiveness. Be cleansed. Move on. Stop trying to make everyone else the root of your evils. You have no scapegoats. You created your own mess. Fix it up or wallow in it. That is your decision . . . as were your actions, your speech, and the consequences that followed. You cannot blame any one else for any of that.
Know that there are those that will always love you. No matter what. Whether blood-related, best friends, or just the kindest of strangers. That hope of redemptions is ALWAYS readily available. When you humble yourself, you'd be amazed at the love and acceptance that awaits you so readily.
God bless!
So very often, those that judge the most are those that point fingers, accept no blame, and offer up excuse after excuse for their own wrong-doings. It is most interesting.
We are all guilty of making quick assessments of others. This is bad. You should NEVER judge a book by its cover. You don't know where that book has been. And that beautiful phrase about 'living in glass houses,' becomes more and more appropriate as the years go by.
Whether you believe in the hand of God, karma, or whatever . . . it WILL come back and bite you. When you are constantly the finger pointer, playing the blame game, and can never quite seem to be accountable for ANY of your actions . . . your time will come. It is not a threat, nor an impending doom. It is simply TRUTH!
I am not perfect. NO ONE is! Which is exactly why we should not judge. Maybe that fearful anxiety of being judged or thinking that you have been, is that wee little voice in your head telling you to accept your guilt. Ask for forgiveness. Be cleansed. Move on. Stop trying to make everyone else the root of your evils. You have no scapegoats. You created your own mess. Fix it up or wallow in it. That is your decision . . . as were your actions, your speech, and the consequences that followed. You cannot blame any one else for any of that.
Know that there are those that will always love you. No matter what. Whether blood-related, best friends, or just the kindest of strangers. That hope of redemptions is ALWAYS readily available. When you humble yourself, you'd be amazed at the love and acceptance that awaits you so readily.
God bless!
Saturday, August 17, 2013
No regrets!
I'm exhausted.
Late night storms and a 12 year old black lab are NOT a good mix.
To sleep by about 2am and up again at 8:30. It's going to be a long day, but . . .
No regrets EVER!
If it's good, it's just wonderfully entertaining.
If it's bad, it's got to be educational.
Take from your day whatever is positive, productive, and purposeful!
Late night storms and a 12 year old black lab are NOT a good mix.
To sleep by about 2am and up again at 8:30. It's going to be a long day, but . . .
No regrets EVER!
If it's good, it's just wonderfully entertaining.
If it's bad, it's got to be educational.
Take from your day whatever is positive, productive, and purposeful!
Friday, August 16, 2013
PUSH
Today begins the final weekend of having my son at home. We bring him to college on Monday and then he will be left to sink or swim all on his own. I am certain he will be all Phelps-like eventually. I'm just hoping he survives the deep end's initial jump.
It has been a long and winding journey for our whole family. Terrific trials to overcome and a plethora of victories to celebrate. Tears and laughter. Terror and triumph. Tension and tenacity. He is far beyond his years in so many ways and yet, as a mother always does, I will worry.
My daughter is a fighter. She learned quickly about living on her own, taking responsibility and ownership and accountability for her decisions and her actions. She is thriving and an amazing young woman. I know my son will follow her lead.
Now, however . . . it is time to stand behind my son ~ whom I have been through so very much with ~ and PUSH!
Soar with all you are. You can do anything!
It has been a long and winding journey for our whole family. Terrific trials to overcome and a plethora of victories to celebrate. Tears and laughter. Terror and triumph. Tension and tenacity. He is far beyond his years in so many ways and yet, as a mother always does, I will worry.
My daughter is a fighter. She learned quickly about living on her own, taking responsibility and ownership and accountability for her decisions and her actions. She is thriving and an amazing young woman. I know my son will follow her lead.
Now, however . . . it is time to stand behind my son ~ whom I have been through so very much with ~ and PUSH!
Soar with all you are. You can do anything!
Thursday, August 15, 2013
Half Full
There's a popular quote going around right now that I just adore. It is in reference to the optimist . . .
The one who thinks one step forward and then one step back is not so much a bad day. It's more like a cha-cha!
Folks, even if it's National Relaxation Day, cha-cha yourself silly!
Life is what you make it.
Today . . . be the optimist . . . dance!
The one who thinks one step forward and then one step back is not so much a bad day. It's more like a cha-cha!
Folks, even if it's National Relaxation Day, cha-cha yourself silly!
Life is what you make it.
Today . . . be the optimist . . . dance!
Wednesday, August 14, 2013
Laughter
There are days when the laughter amongst people you love, makes every other problem in the whole wide world just simply melt away.
Yesterday was that kind of day. Just purely blissful!
I wish you a laughter-filled kind of day!
Tuesday, August 13, 2013
Be the turtle
Behold the turtle. To make progress he must first stick his neck out.
Often times we find ourselves uncomfortable in a situation or unhappy in a circumstance. There is only ONE way out. You must make a change. Most folks are terribly troubled with change. It is precisely that reason, that you must 'be the turtle'.
Stick your neck out.
One of the easiest ways to do so is to tell a friend or two. Even better is to have someone do it first.
Today, I will 'be the turtle'.
Next week, I drop my son off at college. Beside work and volunteering, I am stating right here and now, for the masses that I will begin a serious workout and diet regime to get myself in better shape. I will not say that I will lose 'x' amount of pounds. Muscle weighs more than fat. My goal is to be seriously in shape by the time I'm 50. That gives me a few years to slim it down, tone it up, and kick some arse!
Who else wants to 'be the turtle'?
Often times we find ourselves uncomfortable in a situation or unhappy in a circumstance. There is only ONE way out. You must make a change. Most folks are terribly troubled with change. It is precisely that reason, that you must 'be the turtle'.
Stick your neck out.
One of the easiest ways to do so is to tell a friend or two. Even better is to have someone do it first.
Today, I will 'be the turtle'.
Next week, I drop my son off at college. Beside work and volunteering, I am stating right here and now, for the masses that I will begin a serious workout and diet regime to get myself in better shape. I will not say that I will lose 'x' amount of pounds. Muscle weighs more than fat. My goal is to be seriously in shape by the time I'm 50. That gives me a few years to slim it down, tone it up, and kick some arse!
Who else wants to 'be the turtle'?
Monday, August 12, 2013
Just Keep Swimming
In Finding Nemo, we heard that phrase . . . about a billion times.
Such a silly song and mildly irritating once you've heard it over and over and over and over and over again, but . . . think about it. We have no choice.
No matter what comes before us, just keep swimming.
No matter what we face, just keep swimming.
No matter the troubles, just keep swimming.
No matter the hurts, just keep swimming.
If you've been blessed with the ability . . . just keep swimming!
Such a silly song and mildly irritating once you've heard it over and over and over and over and over again, but . . . think about it. We have no choice.
No matter what comes before us, just keep swimming.
No matter what we face, just keep swimming.
No matter the troubles, just keep swimming.
No matter the hurts, just keep swimming.
If you've been blessed with the ability . . . just keep swimming!
Saturday, August 10, 2013
A Little Effort
I want to tell you a little story today.
There is a beautiful soul I work with who does not think she means much to others. When you express a difference of opinion via verbiage, she denies and declines. So . . . I took a few moments out of a crazy day and I wrote, on a single sheet of paper, all the fabulously wonderful things about her. I let her know how comfortable and inviting she always is to everyone she meets and comes in contact with and that she makes a difference in each day she touches.
Although it was not my intention, I moved her to tears. She said it was one of the nicest things anyone has ever done for her.
My response . . .
Every one of us needs a little tangible something to remind us of how vital and worthy and loved we are.
Take a little effort today and let someone know what they mean to you!
There is a beautiful soul I work with who does not think she means much to others. When you express a difference of opinion via verbiage, she denies and declines. So . . . I took a few moments out of a crazy day and I wrote, on a single sheet of paper, all the fabulously wonderful things about her. I let her know how comfortable and inviting she always is to everyone she meets and comes in contact with and that she makes a difference in each day she touches.
Although it was not my intention, I moved her to tears. She said it was one of the nicest things anyone has ever done for her.
My response . . .
Every one of us needs a little tangible something to remind us of how vital and worthy and loved we are.
Take a little effort today and let someone know what they mean to you!
Friday, August 9, 2013
A Real Page Turner
Today is National Book Lovers Day!
I've always enjoyed reading. I believe it was birthed in Mr. Carroll's 7th or 8th grade reading class. It was free reading with a summary essay after each book. We were not forced to read things. We could choose whatever we wanted. It was a real eye-opening class. Freedom!
Some many moons later, my 'Miles-a-Minute' is stricken with a debilitating disease. His only outlet . . . reading! Was it a punishment? Heck no! He thrived on being carried away into whatever story he was reading and being taken far from what was happening to him. It was his outlet - his escape. He now has a room chock full of over 600 books and he has read about 98% of them, if not more.
My beautiful daughter, whose creativity lies in drawing and photography, sure surprised me when after a college English course, she RE-READ a giant book that she chose to keep from the class. She has truly turned into a connoisseur of myths and religions.
Reading is FUNdamental! It is a source of entertainment, knowledge and so very, very much more. Today, I hope that you find something good to read. It's exercise for your brain!
I'm hoping to get a few more pages of "Waking Up In Heaven" squeezed in before work today.
Read on, my friends!
I've always enjoyed reading. I believe it was birthed in Mr. Carroll's 7th or 8th grade reading class. It was free reading with a summary essay after each book. We were not forced to read things. We could choose whatever we wanted. It was a real eye-opening class. Freedom!
Some many moons later, my 'Miles-a-Minute' is stricken with a debilitating disease. His only outlet . . . reading! Was it a punishment? Heck no! He thrived on being carried away into whatever story he was reading and being taken far from what was happening to him. It was his outlet - his escape. He now has a room chock full of over 600 books and he has read about 98% of them, if not more.
My beautiful daughter, whose creativity lies in drawing and photography, sure surprised me when after a college English course, she RE-READ a giant book that she chose to keep from the class. She has truly turned into a connoisseur of myths and religions.
Reading is FUNdamental! It is a source of entertainment, knowledge and so very, very much more. Today, I hope that you find something good to read. It's exercise for your brain!
I'm hoping to get a few more pages of "Waking Up In Heaven" squeezed in before work today.
Read on, my friends!
Thursday, August 8, 2013
National Happiness Day
Today is National Happiness Day!
I'm not quite sure how they pick just one day for this, but . . . when in Rome . . .
If you are in a pickle, here's something to ponder . . .
You cannot know the future.
You cannot know if anything you do will change what happens tomorrow.
You cannot know with certainty.
BUT . . . what you DO know is that if you do nothing . . . nothing will change!
Live your life from your heart.
Share from your heart.
Give from your heart ~ and you will touch and heal people's souls.
When you selflessly give, you gain more than you could ever understand.
This simple act will give you more happiness than you might ever fathom.
Today . . . Go . . . Be HAPPY!!!
I'm not quite sure how they pick just one day for this, but . . . when in Rome . . .
If you are in a pickle, here's something to ponder . . .
You cannot know the future.
You cannot know if anything you do will change what happens tomorrow.
You cannot know with certainty.
BUT . . . what you DO know is that if you do nothing . . . nothing will change!
Live your life from your heart.
Share from your heart.
Give from your heart ~ and you will touch and heal people's souls.
When you selflessly give, you gain more than you could ever understand.
This simple act will give you more happiness than you might ever fathom.
Today . . . Go . . . Be HAPPY!!!
Wednesday, August 7, 2013
Leadership
The task of a real leader is not to force greatness onto people, but to eek out, of each individual, what is already present.
Go be what you already are . . . AMAZING!
Go be what you already are . . . AMAZING!
Tuesday, August 6, 2013
Mind Over Matter
One of my favorite quotes of all time is:
"If you don't mind, it don't matter."
I'm not stupid and I realize there are real, debilitating injuries and illnesses; but how you face them makes a tremendous difference. My house is built on sarcasm and laughter. It has served us well through all of our issues and troubles through the years.
We have always made light of the darkness.
"If you don't mind, it don't matter."
I'm not stupid and I realize there are real, debilitating injuries and illnesses; but how you face them makes a tremendous difference. My house is built on sarcasm and laughter. It has served us well through all of our issues and troubles through the years.
We have always made light of the darkness.
Monday, August 5, 2013
Recovery
Today, I am in recovery mode.
After four days of literally being on my feet for every minute of all of my shifts, I went to get an adjustment today and . . . as I figured . . . I am 'out-of-whack'. Had a good adjustment and a new treatment on the old neck which was hurting quite a bit.
Stopped at the bank and swapped money out for some college stuff for my baby girl, on the store for some items for the boy's apartment, and then on to grocery shopping for the week.
I was home from all of that by 10:30 am.
Now . . . NADA!
It is recovery mode! Every now and again, you just need to regroup, readjust, realign, reinvigorate, recover and reinvent yourself.
Today's my day!
Make it a good one folks!
After four days of literally being on my feet for every minute of all of my shifts, I went to get an adjustment today and . . . as I figured . . . I am 'out-of-whack'. Had a good adjustment and a new treatment on the old neck which was hurting quite a bit.
Stopped at the bank and swapped money out for some college stuff for my baby girl, on the store for some items for the boy's apartment, and then on to grocery shopping for the week.
I was home from all of that by 10:30 am.
Now . . . NADA!
It is recovery mode! Every now and again, you just need to regroup, readjust, realign, reinvigorate, recover and reinvent yourself.
Today's my day!
Make it a good one folks!
Saturday, August 3, 2013
Purpose
I truly believe we are all here with a purpose.
There are times when we ask, "Why is this happening to me?" and we don't understand the tremendous obstacles, hurdles, or tribulations that come before us.
I offer you this . . .
Personally, I spent seven plus years at All Children's Hospital with my babies for different and various reasons. It was a torturous time filled with tears and questions and tension and tantrums and heartache and pain. It was also filled with hope.
Now, some nearly thirteen years later, I have experienced the blissful opportunity of helping others who are in the same place. I have had the distinct pleasure of chatting with many moms who face those same uncertainties and questions. Cried with them, laughed with them, pondered with them, prayed with them, and hoped with them.
I am certain that I went through the heartache of being a mom to two sick kids, so I could someday help other moms. I am not strong. I cry at the drop of a hat. But I have a depth that others might not have; and that is ~ experience. I understand them. I know their pain, their angst, their anger at not being able to fix things. I feel it all and can relate. I think it helps them to know that they are not alone.
Your purpose may not be to be a zillionare with billboards and talk shows and perfumes named after you. Sometimes, your purpose is to simply . . . be!
You are someone's strength.
You are someone's guiding light.
You are someone's source of information.
You are different than any other person out there and you possess certain qualities that no one else has to offer.
Make use of them. Be your own very amazing self.
Serve your purpose!
There are times when we ask, "Why is this happening to me?" and we don't understand the tremendous obstacles, hurdles, or tribulations that come before us.
I offer you this . . .
Personally, I spent seven plus years at All Children's Hospital with my babies for different and various reasons. It was a torturous time filled with tears and questions and tension and tantrums and heartache and pain. It was also filled with hope.
Now, some nearly thirteen years later, I have experienced the blissful opportunity of helping others who are in the same place. I have had the distinct pleasure of chatting with many moms who face those same uncertainties and questions. Cried with them, laughed with them, pondered with them, prayed with them, and hoped with them.
I am certain that I went through the heartache of being a mom to two sick kids, so I could someday help other moms. I am not strong. I cry at the drop of a hat. But I have a depth that others might not have; and that is ~ experience. I understand them. I know their pain, their angst, their anger at not being able to fix things. I feel it all and can relate. I think it helps them to know that they are not alone.
Your purpose may not be to be a zillionare with billboards and talk shows and perfumes named after you. Sometimes, your purpose is to simply . . . be!
You are someone's strength.
You are someone's guiding light.
You are someone's source of information.
You are different than any other person out there and you possess certain qualities that no one else has to offer.
Make use of them. Be your own very amazing self.
Serve your purpose!
Friday, August 2, 2013
Time
Time is fleeting this morning due to a local power outage and an early work schedule.
Still, I have found a few moments to hop on here and offer a word.
And in my new revelation, it seems it has a much bigger implication.
With only a few moments, I can offer to you that I can get on here and whip up a positive way to start your day. Imagine what a decent amount of time would provide. Or perhaps, hold on, actual planning!
Your days and your time are what you make of them. Time stands still for no one. Make each moment, each second, each minute, each hour of every day a positive and productive one. That choice is yours.
You can waste your time being jealous, being deviant, or being angry.
This is neither productive not positive.
Choose, instead, to make your time count!
Ready? Set? . . .
Still, I have found a few moments to hop on here and offer a word.
And in my new revelation, it seems it has a much bigger implication.
With only a few moments, I can offer to you that I can get on here and whip up a positive way to start your day. Imagine what a decent amount of time would provide. Or perhaps, hold on, actual planning!
Your days and your time are what you make of them. Time stands still for no one. Make each moment, each second, each minute, each hour of every day a positive and productive one. That choice is yours.
You can waste your time being jealous, being deviant, or being angry.
This is neither productive not positive.
Choose, instead, to make your time count!
Ready? Set? . . .
Thursday, August 1, 2013
A Special Time
August is such a crazy month for me.
Yesterday, I took my list of 'August folks' with me to the Hallmark store and spent nearly $45 dollars on birthday and anniversary cards for the people that I love and care about. That included $7 off in coupons I had received.
Sisters-in-law, uncles, coaches, bff's, kids I've known forever and more. Seems that August 8th is a VERY popular day to be birthed or married. And if they were still around, I'd celebrate my grandfather and father-in-laws birthdays as well. I still enjoy celebrating them during this month as they truly helped me grow into the person I've become today and I miss them terribly.
Some folks, like my husband, think I'm loony for purchasing tangible cards instead of simply sending emails. Unfortunately, I have to send emails to some as I am not certain of their current addresses. For that, I apologize. But, like I tell hubby, it is not only the THOUGHT that counts, but the physical matter that they can hold in their hands, full of all the love and warmth and caring and hugs that I can stuff inside that makes a difference to a person.
I hope that for those that receive cards this month, you understand how important, worthy, and wonderful you are. You've made a difference to me and I love you. This also holds true for every other month out there, but August is sort of special to me!
:-)
Yesterday, I took my list of 'August folks' with me to the Hallmark store and spent nearly $45 dollars on birthday and anniversary cards for the people that I love and care about. That included $7 off in coupons I had received.
Sisters-in-law, uncles, coaches, bff's, kids I've known forever and more. Seems that August 8th is a VERY popular day to be birthed or married. And if they were still around, I'd celebrate my grandfather and father-in-laws birthdays as well. I still enjoy celebrating them during this month as they truly helped me grow into the person I've become today and I miss them terribly.
Some folks, like my husband, think I'm loony for purchasing tangible cards instead of simply sending emails. Unfortunately, I have to send emails to some as I am not certain of their current addresses. For that, I apologize. But, like I tell hubby, it is not only the THOUGHT that counts, but the physical matter that they can hold in their hands, full of all the love and warmth and caring and hugs that I can stuff inside that makes a difference to a person.
I hope that for those that receive cards this month, you understand how important, worthy, and wonderful you are. You've made a difference to me and I love you. This also holds true for every other month out there, but August is sort of special to me!
:-)
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