Tony,Toni, Tone....

It feels good, yeah!

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Doing something for no reason and expecting nothing in return is so rewarding and fulfilling. I enjoy volunteering or doing something for someone just because. However, I'm working on my attitude towards people who do ask for something. But, if I can help anyone I honestly do my best. Through it all I feel good about myself and don't need or ask anyone to tell me I'm doing a good job. Point--- start doing something just because and experience an amazing feeling. #gratification

Following the rules....

When is it okay to change the rules? We've learned certain behaviors from our parents and life experiences and tend to stick by them. But, those rules were made in a different era. Times have changed, the mentality has changed and the rules should change. Or, not! I'm not saying let go of your morales and values but I think we should entertain change. Listen, if we're still playing by the rules from 20 or 30 years ago it simply mean we have not evolved and grown to the next level. How can we plan on keeping with the times if we continue living in the past?  IJS

Have you heard....

"You can't choose your family, but you can choose your friends".  I wouldn't trade my family or friends for anything. Well.... Just joking! No one is perfect and many times they ARE giving you their best. Although, their best might not be what you want it's ok. Love and cherish them anyway.  We are individuals with our own personalities, strengths and weaknesses. If you want everything and everyone to be the same just continue to look in the mirror. Accept one another for who they are and if not, distance yourself. It's more your issue than theirs, because more times than not, they're fine with who they are. Tomorrow isn't promised and we don't know our future. Would you rather have them in your life or have a day when you can no longer talk, laugh or hug or even disagree? Let go of the things which don't seem so important anymore and enjoy time together. Have a blessed day🙏🏾

Really...

It's not all bad. Some days are better than others, but thank God for another day. Work on making tomorrow a better day. Don't dwell on the negatives or what could have been. Focus on how you're going to ensure you improve. Tomorrow isn't promised, but if you're fortunate enough to be blessed with one more day make the most out of it. Many aren't aware they might not wake up tomorrow. By the grace of God He will have mercy and allow us to partake in one more day. Then another. And, another. Don't take it for granted and waste time engaging in BS. Be strong, be gracious, be proud, be the best, be productive and most of all be happy. For tomorrow isn't promised, but what a joy to be granted one more day. Thank you Jesus🙏🏾

Surprise....

You never know what impact a kind word or gesture will have on you or someone else. Yes, there are some very rude, obnoxious, self-absorbed, selfish (Oops! I got carried away) people in this world. But, there's no charge for being considerate, kind, respectful, courteous and simply polite to one another. Actually, it shouldn't surprise you when a stranger speaks for no reason, when a co-worker holds the elevator for you, when a fellow coffee drinker buys you a java or when someone walks up and give you a hug. STOP!!! Yes, be alarmed if someone you don't know walks up and hug you.  All joking aside if we can't love one another at least be kind. It means more than you know.  Keeping it 💯

I apologize....

How do you feel when you genuinely apologize to someone and know they didn't sincerely accept it? We all make mistakes and grant it, mistakes are painful. But, aren't we supposed to forgive? Don't get me wrong, if someone keeps making the same mistake and apologizing for it, the apology doesn't hold the same weight.  Hopefully, we all know when an apology is honest and the person has sincere regret. Do you think an apology isn't accepted because the person on the receiving end also have a cross to bear in the situation? When do you forgive yourself for making bad judgement in hurting someone? Well, pray about it. Don't allow man to hold power over you because you made a mistake. Only God can grant you redemption. 🙏🏾 When you ask for forgiveness from someone do you turn around and ask God to forgive you? Well, I believe if we did it would allow us to forgive ourselves much quicker.  IJS... no sense in carrying around a mistake on your back, no matter how big or small, when you can certainly ask for forgiveness from God and know He will accept it in Jesus name. 🙏🏾

A message....

Today in church the Bishop said something that made me sit straight up. "How do you expect God to bless you with something bigger if you're not even doing your best with what you have." Bishop Edwards

Truth~

Although, we may not like our present situation we must do the best we can. Be thankful, grateful and appreciative for what you have. Respect it! Trust and believe it could be a lot worse. There are many with much less but work their hardest to obtain better. What we do, we should do unto God, not man. For it is God who will bless you with what your heart desire. It is God who has brought you this far. We must try and try, over and over, everyday and every night to be the best and do the best we can.

Give it your all and expect better. 

Seasons....

Many people look for the winter season to combat germs. Recognize and acknowledge we go through seasons other than Spring, Winter, Fall and Summer. Life changes and sometime we are prepared and other times not so much. I believe your mentality and actions play a significant role in how you will move through your personal season. Although, things might not tend to bend your way at the moment shouldn't be a reason for you to think negatively. Positive energy will assist in your receptiveness of the events taking place.  Faith will sustain you🙏🏾

Thoughts....

Take time to analyze what's on your mind. All thoughts come from someplace. If you keep having the same thought, take notice and understand where it's coming from. Now, those negative thoughts should be thrown away. They take up too much space and too much energy. Focus on the positive, concentrate on your plan (you have one, Right??) and decide the best course of action in seeing that your goals and dreams are fulfilled. You know what they say about an idle mind so ensure all your thoughts are  of substance.  Peace✌🏾 

Keep trying....

How do you find balance with so much going on? Life happens and there is no perfect solution or magical formula to make it all work. It takes being persistent and dedicated to continually working on finding balance. Don't allow your goals  to get lost in the everyday shuffle of juggling the things on your list(s) and the obstacles that creep in when you least expect it. If it doesn't work out, keep trying. If it didn't go exactly as planned, keep trying. If you received a surprise along the way, blink and keep it moving. "Nothing beats a failure but a try" R.J. Smith. 

I Am Woman....

Zoom, zoom....

You know many things we endure is because we brought it on ourselves. Now, I'm not saying it was right or wrong. IJS... a lot of it is from our own doing. But, whatever the outcome at the time we believed it was the right thing to do. I don't believe it's beneficial or even necessary to beat ourselves up about it because at this point, it is what it is. Live life. Stop sweating the smaill stuff. Recognize the BS. And, keep it moving.

Caution....

Be careful what you wish for. Be specific and know exactly what you want. Don't leave anything out and don't settle. Yes, there are somethings or someone you feel has great potential. But, know the difference between the possibilities and the opportunities. Just because the opportunity is there doesn't mean it is meant for you. The backdraft of throwing caution to the wind might prove to be something you didn't expect. Believe what you see and respect the feeling in your gut telling you it's not right. But, be prepared for when your gut tell you the prospect is right in front of you. Grab it! Snatch it! Trust it! 

Not today....

Nor tomorrow! When you feel the odds are against you. When you feel as though you made a mistake. Learn from these errors, become stronger because of them. Don't be defeated or disheartened. Work on you, work on the situation, work on being and doing better. Trouble don't last always. Believe it! Trust it! Live it!