New Year's Goal(s) not Resolutions

I know you're wondering what's the difference between a resolution and a goal?  

Goal: the result or achievement toward which effort is directed; aim; end.


Resolution: a formal expression of opinion or intention made 

       


Every New Year's, I come up with Resolutions.  My intentions were well intended but it just never quite worked out.  I've had a ton of them, attend church more, lose that 15-20 lbs & a couple inches, get involved in the community-volunteer, join a organization, etc....

So for 2012 I'm not making a New Year's resolution instead my GOAL is to live a better life and be a better person Period... that'sall#.....

For all of you that are making Resolutions, I'm cheering for you :)

(Just my opinion-thoughts :)      

 

 

Be Blessed.....           

PURPOSEFUL LIVING: Oprah Quotes on Living Your Best Life

PURPOSEFUL LIVING: Oprah Quotes on Living Your Best Life

Oprah Quotes on Living Your Best Life

With a New Year approaching, I thought I'd list a few of Oprah's Quotes on living your best life.

• If you want your life to be more rewarding, you have to change the way you think

• Doing the best at this moment puts you in the best place for the next moment.

• Breathe. Let go. And remind yourself that this very moment is the only one you know you have for sure.

And last but not least, I think this one is SO appropriate.......

"Cheers to a New Year and another chance for us to get it right"

So...here's to "US" Living a Better Life in 2012 :)

Be Blessed!

JOYOUS CHRISTMAS

"An angel of the Lord appeared to them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them, and they were terrified. But the angel said to them, "Do not be afraid. I bring you good news of great joy that will be for all the people. Today in the town of David a Saviour has been born to you; he is Christ the Lord. This will be a sign to you: You will find a baby wrapped in cloths and lying in a manger."

"Suddenly a great company of the heavenly host appeared with the angel, praising God and saying, "Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace to men on whom his favour rests.
""Luke 2:9-12; 13-14

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MERRY CHRISTMAS

I wasn't planning to write a blog today but I was inspired to write this message after I received a call from my youngest son around 1:00 AM (My first thought was, My God-What's wrong?) I know what your thinking, why think the worst, right...

Anyway, he started off by saying that he knew he was waking me up but he needed to tell me something and no I'm not drunk, just please listen.

He went on to tell me that he really appreciates me and that I did a awesome job at being his mom :) He also mentioned a memory from when he was around 8 or 9 years old which i will not go into but he told me that he appreciated my strength especially during the difficult times and how he and his brother were always taken care of etc.. He also mentioned his gratitude for his dad.

It's so easy to lose touch with what's important in life and especially during Christmas time. When I was young I didn't receive much "materialize" for Christmas but I've grown to realize that I received gifts much greater than any object. I received the joy and blessing of celebrating the Season with two people that will always be dear to my heart although they are now only here in Spirit; my Mom and Grandma. I didn't get it back then but Thank God for wisdom as you age.

Christmas hasn't been the same for a long time but it was enjoyable when my Men were kids and I was able to live Christmas through them. I tried to give them everything I never had but at the end of the day, the best things you can give are free.

Next Sunday (Christmas) when you are surrounded by your loved ones and opening your gifts or enjoying a meal together, try to really be in that "moment" and enjoy  & truly appreciate those with you.

I received a special gift around 1:00 AM this morning.....

Merry Christmas & Happy New Year!

Be Blessed...

FANTASTIC FRIDAY

TGIF, it's the end of another workweek; here's a refreshing quote to get your Fantastic Friday off to a great start..........

Three small rules for living a happy life

 

Start each day with a  grateful heart

Focus on the positive aspects of every person you encounter

End each day with a  grateful heart......

Lucy MacDonald


Happy Friday & Have a Great Weekend!


Be Blessed.....

It's not who you are that holds you back, it's who you think you're not. ~Author Unknown


I love this song, its just what the doctor ordered for me, may it also be a blessing to someone else :) Enjoy!

Kirk Franklin: HELLO FEAR



 Be Blessed & Stay Encouraged!

MARVELOUS MONDAY- FOOD FOR THOUGHT

“Obstacles don’t have to stop you. If you run into a wall, don’t turn around and give up. Figure out how to climb it, go through it, or work around it.” - Michael Jordan
                          
                             
HAVE A GREAT MONDAY & WEEK.....

OVERCOMING FEAR

The greatest mistake you can make in life is to continually be afraid you will make one.
Elbert Hubbard

JOYCE MEYER-LIVING WITHOUT FEAR

BE BLESSED........

FANTASTIC FRIDAY-FOOD FOR THOUGHT

“We tend to forget that happiness doesn't come as a result of getting something we don't have, but rather of recognizing and appreciating what we do have.”  

  Frederick Keonig quotes

Have a Fantastic Friday & Happy Holidays!

ENCOURAGEMENT

A Few weeks ago, I was at a nail salon and while receiving my service i had earphones on listening to guided meditation. The nail tech asked, "what are you listening to"? I replied, "guided meditation" she then looked at me strangely and smiled. I asked her if she meditates and she jokingly replied "only when I sleep".  Initially I felt embarrassed and wished I hadn't told her but after thinking about it i reminded myself that it's been occasions when someone has shared with me something they were involved with or participating in that I had no interest in or understood the purpose, so why would this be any different.

I'm certain that we all have considered not completing things in our life due to feeling discouraged by people in our life that do not understand the purpose of what you're trying to achieve.

SO, if you have aspirations to do something that you believe in, do not allow fear or  discouragement from others to keep you from what you are trying to accomplish..  At the end of the day, you only have "one" life and only you can  LIVE "your" life.

Stay Encouraged & Encourage Others!