A trubute to all Mommy's

A Mommy ~

She can deal with stress and carry heavy burdens.

She smiles when she feels like screaming,and she sings when she feels like crying.

She cries when she's happy and laughs when she's afraid.

Her love is unconditional. There's only one thing wrong with her. She forgets what she's worth!

Pass this to every beautiful Mommy you know. Remind her that she's unique.

Thank you to my big brother, Jack for reminding me because I am often very hard on myself. Today, I share this with the hope that we don't forget how very special and important a Mommy really is ~ especially a single Mommy.

God Bless us all. This is a Tribute to Mommy's EVERYWHERE! Don't forget to cherish you and remember your worth! Now, if only I could take my own advice. Just My Two Cents...

Thank you Mr. Evers

Medagar Evers taught us many valuable lessons, in life and subsequently in his death.

One of the most profound which resonates with me especially because of all of the hurt, anger, betrayal and pain I have endured is: "When you hate, the only person who suffers is YOU ~ because most of the people you hate don't know it and the others don't care." How very poignant and simplistic!

Thank you Mr. Evers for helping me remember why I should forgive those who have hurt me. I am not a victim. I am a survivor and for the record, I do not hate anyone ~ but I shall never forget. Rest in Peace, Mr. Evers and God Bless you for teaching so many such a beautiful, yet very valuable lesson. Just My Two Cents...

Today...

Today I found myself discouraged because lately it seems my road is all up hill.

As I stopped to catch my breath ~ I heard a whisper, "Keep going, the view from the top is so worth the climb."

I sobbed because today, I cannot see beyond my pain. But I heard that whisper again... and I realized that I have climbed many mountains before and made it through to the other side.

I remain true to myself and my convictions, no matter how painful. My journey of what seems like a million miles began with me making a choice, of taking a stand; a single step and I did so freely and without regret.

Today, I am a little weary ~ but I will continue my climb because I know the view from the top is once again near...Just My Two Cents

Being vulnerable

Okay, so I was talking to a great friend of mine for a while tonight. He was very supportive but most of all, VERY honest with me about my Blog. Thank you Ty!!

So, here it is, I know I have been playing it "safe". I wanted everyone to feel good at the end of the day. My goal will always be to inspire anyone who is or has been in a difficult situation, see that there is hope. BECAUSE ~ There is!

That message is still what I strive to convey, however, I must be honest with my followers if I am to establish credibility. Truth be told, everything is not always coming up roses for me! Sometimes, I am very sad. Sometimes, I struggle, just like you.

At the risk of sounding cliche (there goes that WORD again) and in spite of my sadness I MUST go on. I have no choice. Let's face it, Shit happens! That is life. But there is no way that I will lay down and just be a victim. Been through too much in my young life to be defeated by this!

I am a faithful Child of God ~ but yes, I do get scared. Sometimes, I cry myself to sleep. Yes, I worry. But when I am still, I can actually hear God speaking to me. Being still however, is not always easy when you are a worrier like me. So I pray ~ a lot!

I am also a Mommy therefore I absolutely MUST be STRONG for my babies. They are my GIFTS from God. All of my pain has been worth it because I was Blessed to have them and believe me, I get it. They look up to me. They need me and I need them!

Ultimately, the responsibility of raising these beauties into becoming productive, loving, kind, Children of God rests solely with me. I am not going to let any one or thing prevent me from this privilege. Period!

Do you know what gets me through my fear of the "unknown"? Faith, Trust and an Inner Strength that I KNOW for a fact comes directly from God. I am no different than you and this certainly is not the first time I have faced and overcome a difficult situation.

So now you know, I am human and sometimes doubt will try and sneak in. It is okay for tomorrow is new day and a chance to start again with a clean slate.

God knows ours hearts and more importantly, He knows the answers to our questions before we even ask. Being vulnerable gives you courage to do things you never imagined you could do.

Hard work makes you stronger. Mistakes make you wiser. Sadness makes you human and happiness makes you sweet. Tomorrow is full of promise and the BEST is yet to come...Just My Two Cents

Hope

I know it is so cliche, but how does one mend a broken heart? A line from one of my favorite movies says, "Time wounds, all heals."

I know that I am a hopeless romantic. I believe in love. Even after the worst divorce in (my) history. I have been still. I have been quiet. Opportunity came knocking, I had hope so I opened the door.

Now, I am left with questions? Maybe someday they will be answered. But for now, I take comfort in knowing that I took the risk. Because, that IS really what it is all about ~ RISK. I will recover and although Time does wound, All will heal. I will take a risk again, when the time is right ~ love will find me. All I can do is HOPE. Just My Two Cents...

When opportunity knocks...

Sometimes, in life, it can most challenging when you are surrounded by the "Naysayers" as I like to call them.

These are people, some in your own inner circle that will say negative things about you and or your abilities. They will try to bring you down or cause you to doubt yourself.

Life is full of ups and downs but this much I know to be true, I AM the BEST I can be. That is good enough for me and what I strive for.

Yes, sometimes I will get knocked down or fall on my own ~ The GREAT thing to keep in mind however, during these times is that it is not how many times you go down. Rather, it is to KNOW that you WILL get back up!

The fall is especially painful when it comes from someone close to you but just remain steadfast in your convictions, have faith no matter what is said and perhaps most importantly, BELIEVE ~ in you.

Remember, opportunities surround you if you know where to look. Are you going to just sit there and let one pass you by just because someone said you can't do it? I am here to tell you otherwise!

Do not let anyone or anything get the best of you. Been there. Done that. People HAVE said it to me. I am here because I will turn over every nook and cranny to find my opportunities and I absolutely refuse to let anyone seize the best from me.

Sometimes the second chance might not come around for awhile, if it comes at all. So, when opportunity knocks ~ take a risk and open the door! Just My Two Cents...

Live your life...

One of my favorite things to say is that, "Life can teach you many lessons if you are willing to learn." Here is a good example of that:

The best decisions are made with a clear mind. So sit and be still for a while. What you need to do next will come to you when you are quiet and open to receive.

Do not clutter your mind by caring what others might think or say. Instead, Place your focus on you and what you want to accomplish in this life.

Most importantly, LIVE YOUR LIFE ON YOUR OWN TERMS!! Just My Two Cents...