The Power Of an Attitude of Gratitude! Join My Challenge

For the Next 21 Days I Challenge you to begin each day with a post, text, or journal entry  listing 3 things you are grateful for. 

Begin each day by expressing thanks for the blessings in your life.

In addition, pick at least one person to call, text, email, or hand write a letter expressing your sincere gratitude for them in your life.

I will be doing this.  I believe there is an unbelievable power that is grounded in gratefulness.  

Join Me, let's start a movement of praise.  

"In All things Give Thanks!"

Random Thoughts

I seriously cannot believe my life right now.  It’s kinda crazy.  I was out shopping yesterday getting some more things the kids need for school.  Needles to say, they are both ready to go.  I can hear their excitement brewing.  It's bittersweet for me but I am a proud mama.  I know you're not supposed to say this about your own children but I will anyway.  I have been blessed with 2 of the most amazing children.  It is such a blessing to see them develop into young adults.  They're funny, caring, thoughtful, smart, and talented and gifted- each in their own unique way.  

Anyway, so we brought all the bags and boxes home and now my house officially looks like a college dorm room supplies warehouse.

Ironically lately, I'm finding I'm obsessed with babies and/or puppies,  I believe my infatuation is a reactive impulsive emotion. Perhaps I should get some counseling.  When I stop and really think about either option, I conclude I must be insane!  

So clearly, the baby is out of the question. I was considering a puppy but I’m gonna also put the puppy on hold for now.  In the meantime, I’m going to just enjoy being single and free, travel, etc.

I have been a single mother since I was 21 years old, straight out of college myself.  I’m still a mother don’t get me wrong but it will really be nice to have my time.  I can't wait to discover me again.  Seems I may have lost a little bit of me along the way.  Looking forward to the discovery. Pray for me.  LOL!  

God has been so faithful to me and my family through the years.  I know He will be with me as I enter this new season as well.

Let's Get It!  whoop!

Tenacity

"Fall 7 times.  STAND UP 8!"

No matter what, don't give up.

Keep at it....you can do it!

Proverbs 24:16

Be a Difference Maker!

The closet in my home office has been deemed as the "coat closet".  Last week when I opened the closet door I was quite annoyed at the limited space in there due to the amount of coats that my darling angels had literally shoved in there. (sarcasm intended)  I started removing them and observed these coats were in great condition.  They weren't discarding them because they were ruined but because they'd either outgrown them or no longer found them fashionable. I decided to gather them all up in my car and delivered them to a community organization that provides them to children in need.

Small acts of kindness truly go a long way in the lives of others.  This past year I know some reading this may have been laid off or loss their employment due to downsizing.  Undoubtedly you are experiencing financial difficulty. If you have a desire to give but are having a financial hardship be encouraged!  Often times we can bless others without it costing us a dime when we give with our heart.

My challenge to you reading this is to search your home or apartment.  Look around to see what you can find to donate/give to be a blessing to someone this holiday season.  Remember, you can donate your time or talent as well.  A few years ago during the holidays I contacted a local women's domestic violence shelter and gave all the young ladies a pampering session.  I can tell it meant a lot to those young ladies. It also blessed me tremendously by doing it.  There are lots of community organizations that need volunteers.  Be Creative.  It really is more blessed to give than to receive!

I would love to hear about it what you come up with.  Post a comment back here and let me know what your doing to make a difference.

The Positive Truth

As we approach the dawning of a brand New Year I have been reminded of the importance of maintaining a positive attitude.

I honestly believe this year will be a year of abundance in my life. Abundance in love, health, business, joy, peace etc! I believe God is truly going to downpour bountiful blessings. Obviously with growth and progress come challenges. When we achieve more we are forced to BE more! The very familiar phrase, “Attitude is Everything” is a fundamental concept necessary for personal development.

While sitting in Barnes and Noble's today I indulged in one of my guilty pleasures, a tall non-fat caramel macchiato while I skimmed through The Little Gold Book of Yes! Attitude: How to Find, Build and Keep a Yes! Attitude for a Lifetime of Success by Jeffrey Gitomer. I love that book. It is a practical, easy read that is so impactful at addressing the importance of cultivating a Yes! Attitude (positive).

Mastering and maintaining a positive mental attitude is the key to unlock success in business, relationships, dating, and just about any area in life that we desire to excel in.

Some people are naturally up and generally see the glass half full. Others really have to make a conscious effort to stay positive.

Focusing on the good promotes feelings of well being. One thing I know for sure, life is definitely going to throw some curve balls. While we have no control over that, we do have control over how we respond and our attitude about the circumstances.

Asseserting a positive attitude in life not only helps the individual but also benefits everyone around. The truth is no one enjoys being around a "Negative Nellie"!

By the grace of God, this year I am committed to further cultivate my Yes! Attitude Gitomer speaks of in his book.