Thought for the Day - Watch Your Step

Whether good or bad, the mark we leave today will be influential tomorrow. Watch your step.

~ Melinda J

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Have You Stop to Enjoy Life Today?

Life can be so busy for us, and stopping to enjoy it doesn't seem to be on our lists of things to do. We work hard day in and day out, but we must learn to enjoy the fruits of our labor. We must make time to reflect and look at nature all around us. It gives a great feeling of existence and purpose. It helps to put things into perspective and to enjoy our lives here on earth.

I wrote a few Haikus on flowers. Flowers have such beauty and essence. It makes me feel so good inside. I thought I would share some with you. Enjoy!

Red Rose - Haiku
The mark of a red rose
Given to say “I love you”.
A touching moment.

The Jasmine Flower - Haiku
The scent of Jasmine
Fills the air with elegance.
A delightful treat.

Daisies - Haiku
Beautiful daisies
Opens its eyes to the dawn
A breathtaking view

Why Don't I Have Enough Time?

Life can become so overwhelming; especially, when there are so many things to get done. Plus, the time to do those many tasks get lost in the shuffle. Many believe their busy schedule is the culprit for not having
enough time to get things completed, but in actuality it's their time management that needs to be addressed and mastered. Some of the things that keep most from managing time well are putting off tasks, trying to do too many things at once, and not being able to decipher between what needs to be done now versus what can be put off for a later time.

As a working mom, keeping up with deadlines can become burdensome if I do not organize my time. However, through the years I have come to realize that I needed to get rid of the clutter in my mind before I could manage my time effectively. One day, a light bulb went off in my head when the answer to what was hurting me stared me right in the face. It was something I discovered that I now call "time killers." It's amazing how getting rid of them have changed my life. I will talk about it another post.

Share your thoughts on the things that have held you back from getting things done in a timely manner.

It's a New Year!

It's been awhile since I have posted anything on the blog. I've been busy, then sick, and now I am feeling better. So what's your plan for the new year? I don't have any resolutions, but I am looking forward to things picking up financially for me while I get out of debt. My goal is to publish a poetry book this year. Let's see where that takes me. I have two inspirational Haikus below that will inspire you to go after your dreams for 2011. Enjoy!

A New Beginning in a New Year - Haiku

Forgetting the Past
Taking all in the present
The future is bright

Written in the Pages of Time - Haiku
Driven by purpose
You can be what was written
Listen to His voice.


Leave me a comment and let me know what you think. Happy New Years to you and your family!

It Pays to Be Thankful

There are so many things to be thankful for - family, friends, life, health, and so on. I do my best to see the things that I have and not focus on what I don't have. It helps me to be thankful and to take nothing for granted. My prayer for you today is that you will only see the things you have and be thankful for them. God had blessed you with more than you realize. With a thankful heart, He will give you even more than you have, and again you can give thanks.

As Thanksgiving approaches, may you be able to reflect on your life and focus on the things that you can be thankful for. May these Haikus below be an encouragement to you.

Thanksgiving Series: Be Thankful - Haiku
Give thanks everyday
A heart of gratitude says
Thank you and means it

Thanksgiving Series: Thank You - Haiku
I express with thanks
The unconditional love
you’ve shown me today.

Thanksgiving Series: Gather Around the Table - Haiku
Family and friends
Sharing love and gratitude
A Thanksgiving feast

Spread Your Wings and Fly Again!

Sometimes we feel broken and think that we will never be great. That is far from the truth. You can do all things through Christ who gives you the strength ( Philippians 4:13). It's up to you not be broken anymore, but find the strength in Christ to be made whole.

There's Greatness in You

It's amazing how easy it is to listen to everyone else, except the God who made you. There's greatness in everyone, but it's up to each individual to find Him. I hope you will be inspired today to tap into God's
greatness.