LABYRINTH


Life can be a Crazy Maze…
With twists, turns and dead ends.
Explore all options and take flight in the desired direction. Don’t let obstacles delay you from reaching your place of peace. Stay the course towards the right path. Confusion and frustration may occur. PIVOT! Your exit is near. Remember the wrong roads (blocks) so that you don’t keep moving further from your intended destination.
Focus on the end goal and stay motivated. Navigating life requires self-determination.
Keep emotions in check during complexities or setbacks. Do not allow walls or fake passageways,  to hinder your journey. Do not be afraid of the darkness. Let your faith light the way. Rely on your deity for guidance and courage. It’s okay to talk yourself through difficulties. Drown out any outside noise. Life is about choices. Choose your priorities and remain fluid. It is okay to slow down to reflect. Just don’t ever stop your pursuits. When you reach that open thoroughfare, RUN!

SUCH HYPOCRISY IN AMERICA

People actually hated Barack Obama before he won the presidency- The complexion of his skin didn’t sit right with some folks, not because he was involved in any scandals. In my opinion, as far as race matters are concerned in America, we took several steps back in history. Even blacks still criticize Obama harshly. They wanted more from him and feel let down. However, I don’t hear many critics denouncing the HATE that exists in our own communities. When are people going to STAND UP AND SPEAK UP in the neighborhood? Stop using Social Media to air out your grievances, if you aren’t willing to take them to the streets. Any type of hate is WRONG and violence towards a group of people, based solely on the color of their skin, their religion, their sexual orientation or sexual preference(etc. You get the point), is purely vile and UNJUSTIFIED. One day, we will have a president that most people will like and can trust again. A president that will work hard to unite the country and not divide us. Don’t be used as pawns in a game with undesirable leadership. Be a positive influence and impact others instead of waiting for a man or woman to save the consciousness of our people. And when I say “our”, I mean, everyone… black, white, and other. Our children’s lives are at stake. If you knowingly like, support and vote for a biased person for any organization or political office, that would mean to some of us, that you are complicit in the bias and that their hysteria is warranted. Don’t feed the fire with chants. Stop fanning the flames of bigotry. Be a voice of reason and express yourself in a dignified manner. A person of good moral character knows how to effectively get their messages across without crossing the line. Stop mocking others for the way they protest, if you aren’t suggesting other possible tactics to support the cause. Don’t be a hypocrite from a distance… Be a force to be reckoned with, on the front lines.

#RaceMatters #StopTheHate #inspireothers #ENDviolence

Get a Life!

Motivate yourself from within to pursue your goals and find your joy. Your thoughts control your actions. Positive intentions will propel you forward. Go out on a limb for what inspires you. If you believe that your dreams are possible, you may be closer to fulfilling your purpose. The only regrets you’ll have will be in not trying. There will be lessons along the way, so, take heed. Focus on the prize and you will succeed. Dreams require thought and foresight. Seeing is believing. Once your vision becomes clear, set out on your journey full throttle and keep moving to a place of hope and promise. Don’t settle for less and don’t give up fighting for the things that brings a constant smile to your face. Think about what you wish to accomplish and search within your soul to make it happen.

Be brave and stay inspired. Dream Big!

I dream with my eyes open wide. I wish on many bright stars in the sky. I don’t question if or why, only how and when to begin. I continually ask God to provide me with the strength needed to stay the course. I’m winning because my only competition is me. I’m trying to make my dreams come true.

What about you? Find your happiness and get a life! You already have the power to gain joy, you just have to take a step in the right direction. Be encouraged and enthusiastic to find what lies ahead. You determine your reality. Set your own pace and believe in your abilities.

One does not sleep without dreaming. One cannot live on misery without faith. One should not be forced to live on food and water alone. We all need peace, love and joy.

Passion without action is useless. Dreams require thought. Turning your visions into reality, requires a creative plan and courage to see them come alive. Don’t be distracted. Persistence is vital to meet your desired goals. Think and act positive.

I wish you much success on your quest to seize peace and happiness. Sweet Dreams!

BLESSED, On Cloud 9

I’m truly DELIGHTED by God’s MERCY and his GRACE.                                                            I’m GRATEFUL for BLESSINGS God has BESTOWED upon me.                                                I’m THANKFUL for the LOVE God has GIVEN me.                                                                      I’m PLEASED for the PATIENCE God has GRANTED me.                                                          I’m INDEBTED for the FORGIVENESS God has SHOWN me.                                                    I’m HOPEFUL for the WISDOM God has PROVIDED me.                                                          I’m HUMBLE for the LIFE God has AFFORDED me.                                                                  God has bestowed many blessings and I’m forever grateful.                                                   I’m truly EXCITED by God’s PRESENCE and his PRESENTS.

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SELF Expression

1. I like being behind the lens and photographing nature in the raw. There is beauty in darkness and in the light of day.

2. I think I am cute at times and take good pictures (selfies included). It is not natural or nice to be vain (in my case). Self confidence can be displayed in multiple ways.

3. I enjoy sharing my beautiful personality through my artistic body of words. I post anecdotal notes and inspirational quotes to uplift people… which also provides me some serenity.

4. Everything does not revolve around me, so I do not need to flash my smile for others. I radiate my joy outwards for the feeling that it gives me. As the Earth rotates around the sun, I gain energy from each minute of every bright moment. The marvelous wonders of the world should be seen, as well as the pleasures of life. This is why I try to capture the feelings that are transmitted- through visual and nonverbal creativity.

5. I may ramble with my words at times, but my self expression is vital to my wellbeing. I write to give emotion to my viewpoints. Giving others a peek, allows me to remain low key.

*Poet Supply List: A. Pencils & a Notebook B. A Camera & Memory Cards C. An Imagination and Vision

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