Children think in simple terms to grasp all that they are learning about this great big world every day. A new person is a friend or a stranger. It is that simple. But there is no energy wasted to continue to put labels on that person. They are simply a person. That is enough to satisfy a child’s mind. Is it possible that as adults, we choose to overcomplicate our evaluations based on what we…
At what point in our formative years do we shed the open acceptance of a child and begin forming that judgmental and often skeptical adult outlook? Everything is a new learning experience for a child. And they eagerly explore the new and unknown with welcoming abandon. Why do we as adults seek to exclude those who are different than ourselves? Why do we choose to seek out differences only to punish them rather than embracing…
Children are brutally honest. They smile when they are happy and cry when they are hurt. They greet everyone with open arms until they are given a reason to feel fear. Adults should take a lesson from the honesty of children.
The path you choose is not meant to be a straight line. It is a journey with many twists and turns. But each change of direction brings new knowledge and experiences to enrich your life and prepare you to achieve the happiness and fulfillment you desire.
Life is a string of ever-changing events. But it is your right to be the one choosing their direction. Or you can choose to simply stand still and deal with what is moving towards you. Get in the driver’s seat and plot your course to success.
Around every corner lies the unknown. It is your choice to see it as an adventure or an adversary.
May you never lose the one person who matters the most… Yourself! Please join me in thanking Amy for her contribution this week and every Sunday! Her words, thoughts, and gifts enrich each reader and add immense value to this website. Thank you AMY! Amy is a Florida resident and was self-employed in the dog care field from 2006 – 2019. Currently, she is working as a writer and editor. Her self-published memoir titled “I Am…
As a Catholic, the Eucharist is very important in my life. Through the Eucharist I always feel the presence of the Lord within me and His abundance love in a stronger way. But one might ask… What is the Eucharist? In short, the Catechism of the Catholic Church, explains that the Eucharist is the very sacrifice of the Body and Blood of the Lord Jesus which he instituted to perpetuate the sacrifice of the cross…
The last year has brought many challenges. How many times did you wish to return to normal activities like going to the grocery store or to visit friends? As we all return to the activities we missed and hope to enjoy again, don’t forget to show a little gratitude. Be kind to others as they too are eager to get back to their routine. Share a smile, a polite hello, or hold a door for…
To live your best life, use each day you are given to honor the past, make the most of the present, and prepare for the future.