What Do You Have Left?

Dear Friend, Today in class I watched a video of Steve Jobs giving a speech at a Stanford graduation ceremony. The ironic thing is Steve Jobs, dropped out of college in his early twenties, yet years later found himself leading the technology world, and giving speeches to college grads. What I took most from his speech is his drive to follow his passion. No matter how rough it got, or how much he seemed like a failure for dropping out of school and living on his friends floors, he kept on pursuing what his heart's desires. In his speech to these Stanford graduates he stated, "you are already naked, there's no reason not to follow your heart". By this he means, we don't have anything to lose. Jobs described how as humans we live, and we all meet the inevitable...death. Thus why not live as if it's your last? That's a good question. Why do we settle for what we don't want, in a life that only lasts so long? Why don't we follow our heart, even when all the odds seem stacked against us? Technically, the odds will always be stacked against you. There are people who don't want you to succeed, then there's the personal fear you allow to rest in your heart.We fear this life coming to an end, yet we don't enjoy the journey while we are on it. My question for you my friend, is what do you have left? ~Lady

Climbing out of holes

Dear Friend, How's it going ? I tell you life will always present us with challenges. However, it is our choice in our we respond to the challenges thrown our way. Personally, I have found myself crawling in the mud on a few, wait let me be honest...many, occasions throughout the past few years!! From overcoming emotional and physical abuse, to obtaining my first degree, finding steady work, struggling with health issues and so forth, I have bee able to climb out of these holes! I do believe that mercy was on my side each time I fell into a whole, and by having faith I was able to crawl out. Remember when you find yourself in a hole, don't stay there! It's easy to feel stuck, but these are temporary emotions, not reality. Climb out!! ~Muah With Love, Lady

Take Some Time

Dear Friend, With all that's going on in the world around us, we know that life is short."All men are like grass, and all their glory is like the flowers of the field,the grass withers and the flowers fall," (1 Peter 1:24, NIV). There are too many days that we take for granted the time we have. It's valuable, and precious. Moments are so precious that we can never gain them back. That's why it's important to appreciate the time you spend with those around you, because you truly never know. Another point I'd like to make is that you take time with yourself. Get to know who you are, and find out what you enjoy doing the most. Because if life really is short, then why not live it doing something I love? A close friend of mine always asks me if I am doing well, and I love to reply...yes I am fine, I'm alive. In turn my friend will say, yes you are alive but are you living? There is a fine line between living and existing...so learn to live. ~With Love, Lady

It Is What It Is

Dear Friend, Have you ever heard the quote,"don't take yourself too seriously"? I love this quote, because it exemplifies exactly how we should treat ourselves. Some days you need to remember to be human, to have a little fun, laugh, and play. Norman Vincent Peale said that the, "imagination is the true magic carpet". Yes, we are always looking for the magic to happen in our lives, without just taking a moment to look within ourselves. Some days all hell does break loose, but drink a tall glass of chill. Calm down, everything works out, don't break yourself to the point that you lose all sense of humor in life just because everything is falling apart. Yes, I know I sound looney, but if I am going to lose everything, then why not at least not keep my smile? After all it's free. ~With Love, Lady

You're Not Perfect

Let me see your imperfections, the flaws that nest skin deep. Remind me that you’re human. Easily broken as porcelain hits the concrete. Let me shelter your soul in this pounding rain. You’ve worn band aids to cover old bullet wounds, instead of seeking hospice. Let me see your imperfections, the flaws that nest skin deep. If it were in my abilities, I’d suck the poison out of your heart to heal you. The venom left by life’s nasty bite, has infected you from the inside out. Yet, you hide behind a cloud, pretending to be okay. We both know you’re not. Let me see your imperfections, the flaws that nest skin deep. Remind me that you’re human. Easily broken as porcelain hits the concrete. Tribulations have clogged your perception, sprinkling their dark midst of pollution. But let’s clear the air, for then maybe the sun can be your smile. Maybe I can hold you for a little while, cover you like a gas mask to protect you from the stench. Yes that stench. The stench that left was by the carcass of fools who have infiltrated your mind. It smells so foul. Yet, I’m willing to walk over their bones, just to be with you. I’m willing to put up with apocalyptic disasters, just to nurture you. Let me see your imperfections, the flaws that nest skin deep. Remind me that you’re human. Easily broken as porcelain hits the concrete. ~With Love, Lady

Anxiety Boulders

Dear Friend, Philippians 4:6 states, "Do not be anxious about anything but in every situation by prayer and petition with thanksgiving present your requests to God". I must admit that I have been anxious to make things happen on my own instead of the allowing the doors to open. Yes, your gifts are nothing if you don't use them or push yourself towards your goals, however are you so anxious to get it done that you aren't capable of putting in that 100% ? Being in a rush mode isn't always beneficial, because you aren't truly perfecting your skills. Think of a chef in the kitchen. Imagine the chef taking his or her time, to buy the most ripe and dish worthy ingredients. Next, the chef takes his or her time to prep everything just right before throwing it all together for the most mouth watering dish you've had in your life! (Yes, as you can tell I love a good meal)! Unlike a good chef you're throwing all you have in the pot without any prep or any attention to detail, hoping that it turns out to be a delightful dish. Having an anxious spirit is so detrimental to us, because it produces that fear, worry, and doubt that people are carrying around like boulders on their shoulders. Do you really want to walk around with such heavy weight ? Personally, I do not wish to live an anxious lifestyle. If you are anxious to obtain your desires now, then you will be just as anxious about maintaining whatever you have when you receive it. Yes, work hard and put in more than enough effort, but make sure you are able to enjoy the journey while you're on it! ~ Love Lady!

Willing For A Change

Dear Friend, Do you ever see yourself doing the things in which you are fully capable of doing? Yes or no? Alot of us walk around not truly fulfilling the call that was placed on hearts. Everyone of us has our own unique gifts and talents, each to use for a specific reason. Being that you are alive and not dead you have the opportunity to do more than those bones drying up in the grave! Yet, it depends...are you willing? The Psalms says grant me a "willing spirit, to sustain me". What use is the ability to take action, when you are not "willing" to move? The change in which we seek can only happen when we are willing to allow it. To be willing, means that you are ready to let go of what was in the past, for what is in the present. Are you ready to accept the truth, whatever that truth may be and move forward? Being willing means that you are "willing", and ready to move beyond your darkest hour. Once you open your eyes and acknowledge the truth you can actually focus on climbing your mountains. To be willing is all it takes to move leaps and bounds!! With Love, ~Lady

Through and Through

Dear Friend, Some days there will be nothing you can do to change what you are going through. At times in this life, we just have to go through it. Yet, remember to be grateful that you are at least going through it, because some didn't make it to the other side. ~Lady V.

Pressure Boiling!

Dear Friend, How's it going? Yes, trust me I know that life can get a little heavy at times. Everywhere I turn someone is struggling with high blood pressure, strokes, heart attacks and so forth! It's hot outside so people forget to take more care of their bodies, and the bills are piled high so people are stressed beyond measure! At times life can become a little too much to handle. Yet, understand you have to see yourself excelling forward despite it all! Use that pressure as gasoline for your life! Use the passion and motivation within you as a spiritual engine to push you towards your future! With Love, ~Lady

Where's the Path?

Dear Friend,

 I haven't spoken to you in a while! I've been busy...no actually I've been lost. I've been lost trying to decide what's right, what's wrong, and which directions to take. When I was growing up my mother would say that one day I'd understand that the road isn't easy. Well I understand. Despite these bumps, and sometimes mountains I also understand that it takes faith to keep moving. There are many days when nothing goes as planned, but that doesn't mean you stop in the middle of the road and give up. So in my bout of self-discovery I will keep seeking answers while taking this journey day by day.

With Love,

Lady

Humble Pie...Would You Like A Slice?

Dear Friend,

In every situation, no matter how difficult it may be remain humble. Don't all the temptation to lose your cool, eat you alive. Some people and circumstances can get the best of us at times, but it's our responsibility to...well take a chill pill. There are plenty of haters out there scheming against you and will lie on you in hopes you fall. Please don't give them the pleasure in which they seek. Unfortunately, some people only thrive from the destruction of another's image. Let them speak. If you are remaining true to yourself and those around you then they will not win. Beat them at their own game by turning the other cheek, and revealing them for the monsters they are. Life's too short for all of that drama!!

~Lady V

SNAKES

Dear Friend,

Beware of those sent to harm you. Beware of those who befriend you only to abuse you. Yes, beware of those who hope you lose. Nothing is more heartbreaking than when your so-called friends, become your worse enemies. People change but sometimes jealousy it's the leading factor in their sudden change. Don't let their ignorance deter you from going after what's yours. People will hate, that's just what they do best. Also, I hope you remember to take a look in the mirror and remind yourself not to hate on others as well. Misery loves company, so don't become that miserable person you normally despise. I understand that we all grow, but true friends grow together. True friends support and look out for one another, not envy each other's blessings. With friends like that who needs an enemy? I surely don't want venomous people in my life, that want to make me feel bad because of my success or because I refuse to stop. If you want to envy then take your "friendship" somewhere else...it's time to accept new applications.

~With Love,

Lady V

How Far Are You?

Dear Friend,

How far are you into your problems? I know this sounds very absurd, however I am serious!! We tend to encounter problems or issues in our lives, that cause us to waddle in the mud. Yes, sometimes I really would like to just stop moving and look at my mountains rather than climb them. Honestly, this would be the worse mistake ever!! Do you know of any successful man or woman in history who stopped moving forward because their mountain was in the way ? NOPE!! If you stop, then you lose. Hey a scared man can't lose, but he can't win either. Don't just observe your issues, but move through them. Soldiers don't win battles, but hiding in the trenches...they fight through it.

With Love,

~Lady V

Senseless

Dear Friend,

I am learning the hard way that sometimes you really should tell yourself to sit down. By this I mean, you can't always put your wants, desires, or wishes before others. As nice as it sounds, we always say that we are looking out for the best interests of all the parties involved. However, it's a lie. Mostly, we are just trying to get our way. We believe that we are always right and would rather be told lies than face reality. Truthfully admit to yourself that all of the actions you take aren't in the best interest of anyone other than you. We have learned from a young age, that it's a dog eat dog society thus every man for himself. Am I lying? Rather I want to or not, I have to put my loud mouth schemes on the back burner. Otherwise, I could independently destroy the most important relationships in my life. That's a harsh reality we all have to face one day.

~Lady V

Count It All Joy

Dear Friend,

Life can be a headache sometimes!! According to the National Health Interview Survey, around 75% of Americans experience some amount of stress every two weeks. Basically everyone you know is stressed out! Right now saying, that's life, is not a good enough excuse. We are all adults who understand circumstances occur that aren't always in our best interest. However, we need to learn how to calm down. Everything isn't the end of the world as it seems. I have to tell myself this on a daily basis. Yes, there is cause to stress, but stressing too much can take away any sense of stability or peace you may have. Get a grip on yourself, and learn to breathe.

~With Love, Lady

Mission Drift

Hey Friend!!

Hello, I know that I have been away for a while now! With everything that has come my way, sometimes I find it hard to stay focused on what's important!! This is what a business would call...mission drift. My advice to you and to myself is to not allow distractions to get in your way this year!! In life any distraction will harm your dreams in the same way that stress will harm a pregnancy; by causing a miscarriage. Distractions will stop your goals from growing because you will be to sidetracked too focus on the needed progression in your life. Instead of focusing on the "mission", you will be immersed in day to day drama, allowing yourself and your mind to wander off into solving problems that have nothing to do with achieving your goals. Please friend you need to take you vitamins, eat your veggies, drink eight 8 oz. glasses of water daily, and keep stress to a minimum!! Don't end up on bed rest with your feet in the air on the brink of losing your child a.k.a. your destiny because you drifted off into chaos!!

~With Love, V

NEW YEARS!!!

Happy New Years!!! Oh yes I do realize that this post is about three days late, but none the less this is still a new year!! I hope that you enjoyed your celebrations and now we are all back on the daily grind. Well I personally am glad that it's now 2012, out with the old and in the new. I am not one who necessarily believes in "new year's resolutions", because most of the time we list all of these ideas for our new year, new me attitude and around February forget them! Personally I believe in setting feasible goals. The main way to accomplish a goal is to; set it,place a time limit, and take mini-steps of action that will help you achieve this goal. So what goals are you setting for yourself and your life? Goals can be as small as beginning to wake up before the sun rises to buying your dream house. If you set goals that you really desire and work towards them, then there's really no stopping. So everyone keep a positive attitude for this new season, and work on you!! That's my main goal, to have a more positive outlook and work on me. Love you, muah!!!!

~Love, Lady V :)