If you only knew . . .

I wish I could take my experiences
and stick them in your head.
I wish I could teach you the lessons
that only life can give.
I wish I could instill in you
the importance and vitality of your existence.
I wish I could force upon you
the knowledge that comes from trials.
I wish I could creep into your thoughts
and rearrange them for you.
I wish I could make you believe
how incredibly amazing you are.
I wish I could demonstrate
what a difference you make.


I wish I could.


If you only knew . . .

Angels

It was said:


We are, each of us,
angels with only one wing.
We can only fly
when embracing one another.


Thank you to those
who lift me up,
who soar with me,
who give me flight.


Thank you!

Safe and Comfortable

From George Eliot . . .


Oh the comfort,
the inexpressible comfort
of feeling safe with a person:
having neither to weigh thoughts
nor measure words,
but to pour them out.


This is how I feel at home.
This is how I feel on here.
Safe and comfortable with my thoughts
and my intentions.


I hope your day
is safe and comfortable.

Riches

When I was younger,
I was enthralled by the 'riches' of the wealthy.
The mansions, the luxury cars, the lavish trips,
the gaudy baubles, the ridiculous expenditures.


Now . . .
I see things differently.


I am happily married.
I have two amazingly beautiful and creative children.
I have a rescued pooch who has rescued us.
I have a house that we've made a home.
I am employed.
I live in a beautiful area.
I am surrounded by an incredible network of friends.
I am, for the most part, healthy.
I laugh daily.
I am wealthier than most.


Realize your riches.

Father's Day

There are all kinds of fathers out there.
Each is unique to his own situation.
I'm not sure how lucky I was but I had a plethora.


My real dad taught me to tackle things with tenacity.
We helped teach him the same thing.
Step-dad number one taught me, in a weird way,
to give everything 110% . . . just to prove 'em wrong.
Step-dad number two taught me to always keep looking.
Happiness is but a step of faith away.
Father-in-law taught me size is of no matter.
Love and family is as large as you make it.
Hubby . . . an extraordinary dad . . . taught me
I made an exemplary choice about 25 years ago.
He is dedication, determination, silliness, love, faith,
compassion, commitment, charm, and strength
all wrapped up in the fabulous package that is the
father of my children.


To those of you lucky enough to be a dad . . .
be a good one.
Lead by example.
Share the love.
Set boundaries for your babies
and then push them beyond them.
Play and laugh and learn and grow and share.


Thank you.
Happy Father's Day!

Leading

Whether you're the boss,
the co-worker,
or the new guy . . .
this information and its practice is priceless:


The manager maintains; the leader develops.
The manager focuses on systems and structure; the leader focuses on people.
The manager relies on control; the leader inspires trust.
The manager has a short-range view; the leader has long-range perspective.
The manager asks how and when; the leader asks what and why.
The manager eyes the bottom line; the leader eyes the horizon.
The manager imitates; the leader originates.
The manager accepts the status quo; the leader challenges it.
The manager has employees; the leader has followers.
The manager mandates; the leader persuades.
The manager directs people; the leader creates teams.
The manager tries to be a hero; the leader makes heroes of everyone else.
The manager take credit; the leader takes responsibility.
The manager exercises power over people; the leader develops power with people.


Be a leader!
Build up those around you.
Go . . . lead.

That Dadgum Glass

It's like the chicken and the egg.
Is the glass half empty
or is the glass half full.
Are you the pessimist
or the optimist?
How about the opportunist!


The glass is always refillable!