In's........

My Thought for this Day.........Above all else, remember........in this season of time, you don't have to out-go, out-decorate, out-spend, out-hustle, or out-bustle. You merely have to out-know, believe, rest in the blessed assurance that these days aren't about the out's, they are about the in's. The in's of the certainty that no one made that last dash to Wal-Mart in Bethlehem. No one blew the fuse on one too many strings of lights in that manger. No one forgot the cranberry sauce, nor the pecan pie. No one worried about the out's, their focus was on the in's. The in's of Belief and the Miracle of Life. Forget the out's, make sure the in's light your path this wonderful holiday season.....it is eternal.

Recognition.......

My Wish for you today is that you could see yourself as others see you. The depth, the shallowness, the selfless, the selfish, the humble, the egotistical , the humorous, the godly, the godless, the righteous, the ignorant, the wise........you will never know someone else, nor finish your mission on this earth, until you know yourself.

Hand.......

My Thought for this Day........Life is somewhat like a deck of cards. Each day we are dealt a brand new hand. Some days we have a Royal Flush and some days we search for two of a kind. My belief is that no matter your hand, you have the responsibility to fight for what is right, what is good and what is just. Your cards not only affect you, but also those who are part of your tintype of life. As mothers especially, we must step up and play with strength and finesse. Never underestimate your actions today and their far reaching consequences. Whatever is your hand at this moment, know that with your conduct, you lay the foundation for tomorrow.

Success.......

My Thought for this Day......In order to say yes, you must get around your no's!

Present.......

My Thought for this Day........We all are in a Season of Life. Each is beautiful in its own individuality. Each deserves its own respect. Each is a gift from God. Don't regret a past season, nor spend your days in expectation of future ones. Be present in your own...at this moment.

Daily.......

My Thought for this Day.........'Tis the Season to be Thankful. I don't have to tell you that one of the most wonderful gifts of our lives is the ability to be Grateful.......everyday. Never forget your blessings on a mundane Wednesday. Never disregard the art of being aware on a routine Tuesday. Always carry this in your heart.......Love and Life.....at their very core begin with Gratefulness.

Cracks........

My Thought for this Day........You may step over the cracks of life, but don't ignore them. Left unattended, they will become earthquakes that shatter the serenity of a blind existence.

Light.......

My Thought for this Day......Some days you have to look for the light. You know it's there, but the haze shrouds your sight. Keep pushing; those tiny twinkling lights of life may be dim, but when found, your day brightens and your spirit shines.

Precious......

My Thought for this Day............We love the word PRECIOUS in the south. I mean we truly truly love it. "Y'all, she's just precious." "Those shoes are precious; did you get them at Nordstrom's?" "Isn't that haircut precious; I wonder where she got it cut." Things are precious to us. But if you truly examine the meaning of precious, you see that it can and does mean so much more than an artful hairdresser or looking well.....precious. There are so many other things in life that should be precious to us. Today, look around you. See those people, situations and places that are truly precious in your life....then give thanks. Hold them close, let them know, allow your heart to sing because you know the true meaning of precious. Repeat from 2012.

Trill.......

My Thought for this Day.......We have a bird that lives in one of the live oaks in our front yard. Every morning at 7:10 little bird begins to sing his morning salutation. He greets the brand new day with his tiny trill, not the most beautiful trill, but certainly the most delightful in its enthusiasm. We have much to learn from little bird. Meet your day with your own salutation of gratefulness to be alive.

Forgiving.........

My Thought for this Day..........Not being able to forgive chips away at our basic spirit. We all are walking our own highways and byways and their is power in holding a steady course. At the very root of ourselves is the necessity to be self aware so that we stride with purpose and beauty and love. Holding grudges creates bumpy exits that makes us veer off of our true path and when we veer, we take away from those we love and most importantly ourselves. Sound selfish? Maybe. But think hard on this.....forgiving others begins with forgiving ourselves, and forgiving ourselves for whatever mistakes we feel we have made, puts our spirit back together. I truly believe that an unforgiving soul taints not only ourselves, but our world. Hatred eats at the crust of our spirit and soon when this crust crumbles, we are broken. All the King's horses and all the King's men couldn't, but we can.

Time.......

My Thought for this Day.......We all make time for what we want. Don't be so mentally busy that you think you can't slow down for those you love. Time is fleeting; opportunities are missed; don't use busyness for an excuse. The day will come when you will look back and say, " I wish I had." Is today your day?

Person........

My Thought for this Day........We all need a pal, a buddy, a friend. We all need a person. We all need that special someone whom we can turn to and without words, receive comfort and joy. We all need that somebody and we all need to BE that somebody.

Ownership.....

My Belief for this Day..........Don't blame all of your uncomfortable circumstances on God as if He is giving you a pop quiz. Most of the time our troubles are self made. The sooner we step up to the plate and acknowledge this, the sooner we overcome and carry on.

Vet.........

My Thought for this Day........We all are Veterans of some sort. Each one of us carries battle scars of life. To live is to know joy, and also pain. But for today, please take some time away from yourself and thank a Vet. Because of them, you breath free air, make free choices, follow free paths. Thank a Vet.

Belief.....

My Thought for this Day.......Early morning and my thought is ....I Believe. We all believe in many things, but the fact of the matter is one Belief sets the tone for all others. What is your biggest, most life consuming, changing, determining Belief? Until you recognize and acknowledge and live that one Belief, all others drift like sand on the beach. So set that Belief and then watch how the others fall in line. It's an amazing thing.

Memories.....

My Thought for this Day.......The memories you make today will linger in your world forever. Make sure they are worthy enough to be your lifelong companions.

Assumptions.....

My Thought for this Day......Whom do you assume the best about? And the worst? Are there people in your life whom you know....or think you do.....will trip and fall? Are there people in your life whom you will defend to a fault, never seeing their frailties? I think we're all guilty of both. What a disservice to ourselves and others. We are all human. We all fail and succeed. How sad to not see past your expectations of somebody. Clear your mind of your assumptions. There is love in second chances. Equally, realize that no one lives without mistakes. To assume someone is perfect is stunting their growth. There are lessons in mistakes.

Beacon......

My Thought for this Day.....I've always been fascinated with light houses. It's on my Bucket List to actually visit one. Even though they are becoming obsolete, I hope to one day stand beside one and imagine the tales it could tell. They were truly Beacons of Hope in their day. They lit the way for many a sailor who was lost. I think we all need a Beacon of Hope in our lives. Can you be that light for somebody?

Alone.......

My Thought for this Day.......I think to live your life with the attitude of 'not needing anybody' is harmful. Furthermore it is arrogant and self centered. We all need somebody. We are inherently creatures of love, bonds, and union. We are social creatures; some more than others, but at the end of the day, we all need someone. Don't live your life as if you are a mountain unto yourself. This will rob you of some of life's greatest pleasures.....to give and receive love, to give and receive help, to give and receive acknowledgement. Standing on the podium all by yourself is lonely and egotistical.