April 29, 2009 - Posted by Anne- 0 Comments
Some days even I must admit to feeling like I’m all that. I like to think I do my job well–I’m needed–I might even be important. But just about the time we let that ego get a little over-inflated, someone surely comes along to bring us back down to earth. Ever have that happen? Happened to me this morning. I answered the phone to hear these words, “You’ll do in a pinch.” Perhaps I wasn’t exactly who she wanted to have answered the phone, but I was good enough–I would do. I’d like to feel like she meant those words as a compliment, though I must admit, I’m just not feeling it.
So, today’s task is to remember that you are very important to me, but don’t get too full of yourself, because inevitably, someone will come along to bring you right back down where you belong–right next to me. By the way, it’s awfully nice to see you. You are the Best and today provides each of us with a fresh opportunity to do exactly what needs to be done. You will definitely do in a pinch–ouch! Hey–that didn’t hurt as much as I thought. Make me proud!
April 19, 2009 - Posted by Anne- 0 Comments
Remember the “Kids’ Table” at any holiday dinner with the relatives? It was that separate table away from the adults where the kids had to congregate–and giggle–tells stories about the adults–and giggle, and eat–and giggle. Did any of us want to be there? No, we couldn’t wait until we were old enough to sit with the adults, right? That is, until the following holiday gathering–where we found ourselves glancing longingly at the “Kids’ Table”. Why is it we always seem to want what we don’t have? Straight hair–we want curly. Dark eyes–we want blue. Short–we want to be tall.
Today’s challenge is to accept the gift I would like to give to you. Everyone likes presents, right? Today I offer you the opportunity to be happy where you are–with everything that you have–and to be happy with yourself exactly as you are today. Like my present? Might take a minute to try it on for size–one size does indeed fit all–and realize that you have everything anyone could ever need to be happy–within yourself. You are the Best!!! And today you decide to sit at the “Kids’ Table” or with the adults. The choice is yours. And hey, could you save me a seat? I’ll see you there!!!
April 17, 2009 - Posted by Anne- 0 Comments
“Don’t live as the rock, hard and unyielding; live as the water, always flowing and accepting the Universe; for enduring water wears away rock.” ~Anonymous
Know anyone who’s persistent? I know I do! Little children and old people. “Can I? Can I? Can I, Mom?” wears away at you after awhile. “Listen Daughter, we do it this way every year–we can’t change now,” Might as well give up now. You know you’re going to lose. Others might not let go or be willing to change, so we need to choose today to take on the role of the water, willing to work with them, and you know what? Eventually, we will win. Or maybe them knowing that we won isn’t all that important.
Get ready–today is going to be a GREAT day and good things are definitely coming your way! You are the Best! Today, let’s make a choice to wear away just another little piece of that rock that’s in our way or slowing us down. Day by day–bit by bit–we make a difference–each and every day. I will, if you will. Rock on!
April 9, 2009 - Posted by Anne- 2 Comments
Ever make a mistake? No? Gee thanks! I appreciate your support. Maybe I am the only one who makes mistakes. Maybe I’m the only one who feels that I’ve messed up big-time and there’s no way to start again–or maybe I’m not alone after all. Today’s challenge is to give yourself a second chance. If you’re really honest with yourself (you don’t have to admit it to me), you will find that you just might make a mistake once in a while, right? Are you really tough on yourself? Today, you’re going to cut yourself just a little bit of slack. There is definitely room for a second chance. Pick yourself up. Dust yourself off. Let’s get started. As always, I’d never expect you to take on a challenge that I, myself, was not willing to take on. We’re in this together.
You are my hero if you have aready learned this lesson. And if you offer second chances, and third ones to your family, your friends, and other folks you come into contact with, you are indeed my hero. You are the Best and good things are coming your way. Get ready! Get set! Go! Make me proud!!!
April 8, 2009 - Posted by Anne- 1 Comment
“Statistically, the probability of any one of us being here is so small that you’d think the mere fact of existing would keep us all in a contented dazzlement of surprise. — Lewis Thomas, biologist
Entitlement mentality–ever hear that phrase. Basically–the world OWES me a living. Would be nice if that were really true and how much easier our days would be, right? But you know you’d be bored if that were true. You know you live for a challenge or two, right? Life seems to be a series of problems. Sorry–issues or challenges sounds better. However you look at it, it is true. We all have the same job–in reality–that of being a troubleshooter. And some days we do that job better than others. We’re all in this together. That’s an important fact to keep in mind. You are not alone. When you think you’re having a tough day, look around. So are we.
Today’s challenge is to take each of every one of those rough days and look at it with a new attitude. You will not be bored. You’ve got plenty to do. What are you waiting for? We’ve got work to do! Make every action today count. Do every small task as if it were the only task you had to do. Make every person you come in into contact with today be glad they met you because even that scant moment of contact was a positive one. Think you’re tough enough to take on a rough day–today? I know you are. You are the Best! And today will be a day to try your patience, to test your endurance, to push you to be just a little bit better than you were yesterday. At the end of this day, when you rest your head on your pillow, let’s be certain that we can look back on the day and be contented with the results. And, then take a moment to just be grateful for being alive. That, all on its own, is an amazing thing. Be dazzled!!! Be alive!!!
April 7, 2009 - Posted by Anne- 0 Comments
Ever feel like what life has handed you is far more than you can take? Well, when you sit down and analyze the situation, you’ve got everything you need to handle whatever comes your way. Even I, the one who wears rose-colored glasses on most days–shh!–even I, on occasion, have a rough day.
The one consistent factor in every single event in your life is that you are always right there–with you–whether you like it or not. It’s a given. So, guess what? Better decide to like yourself. I do. Still, you find there are some days that you don’t think you’re so very special. We all have days like that. If this might be one of those days, decide today to make a change–to make yourself someone you would like to be around. When you do, everyone else will like to be around you, too. Now, there will always be one or two people out there who just can’t see you for the wonderful person you are. I know. I don’t get it either. But I promise you this–keep on being that great person that you know you are deep down inside your heart and you can’t go wrong.
After all, everywhere you go–there YOU are!!! And I’ll be right there with you! As always, you are the Best and good things are coming your way. I promise! And today will be a day filled with victories–little or large. Make them happen. Make me proud!!!
