Do your Best

I'd like to big up all those hardworking people who put their best foot forward every time. I'd also like to shot out those who may feel underappreciated and remind them that Jesus loves them. To anyone who is going through hardship, the trial is only for a season. Better things will come.

I chose this slant for the 501st blog post because this is the reality that we have to deal with. It is hard out there. There is a lot that needs to be done. However, we can't stay there playing around and pretending like it's not. Just do what you have to do and work to your hardest every day.

It makes no sense to complain because when you complain to others, they either laugh or spread your business. Don't be foolish - just struggle through, ask for help if necessary and move on. Live within your means and 'do what you know is right' like De Apostle said.

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500th Blog Post - BOOM!

I never give up on getting what I want. Writing this 500th blog post should show you that. I have come a long way, shared a lot of personal thoughts and a lot of poetry. I want my readers to know that I truly appreciate them and that I am trying to always improve the blog.

I prefer to use this forum to inspire you rather than bicker about my job or my family. Instead my hope is to keep you on your toes. Like I shared before, I pride myself as being a quick thinker and a problem solver. I encourage you to do so also. I give my children, especially my son, this advice all the time.

Blogging takes patience and discipline. I want to be a better writer and using this blog has help me to improve my craft. I am the child who was always OK in English but never the best. Going to college help me to improve and the blog has made me better.

You may have something that you are struggline with and you just have to work on it. It may be an addiction, a shortcoming or a financial difficulty, but it does not mean that you cannot move forward. You can but you just have to make things happen - but be patient. Somet things take longer than others and you have to seek the help and guidance that can launch you to your goal. Of course - you need to set a goal. I wanted 20,000 page views and I got it. I wanted to be a freelance writer and I am.

I did not seek anyone's permission. I took my energy and put it to use. What's the sense of paying for internet and not use it for something with sense - not minding people's business. What's your talent? How can you use it to make your life better? Think.....

Everything you need comes from God and with his inspiration, you can grow and improve yourself.

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Thoughts on September 11, 2012

As I sit and reflect today, on my birthday, there is a lot going on. Today, we mark the date when thousands of persons lost their lives in the United States because of terroism. I was sitting by my desk enjoying my birthday and then I got a phone call that a plane it the World Trade Center. Then another plane hit the other tower and it became history. This is the type of history that no one will ever forget. It was truly a very sad moment especially when we consider the advancements that we have contrived; yet we are still so hateful. May God continue to comfort those who lost family members.

I have marked another milestone and as I reflect on my life and what I have and have not accomplished, I am OK. I think that I am a work in progress still who has never really set a life plan. I know that there are certain things that I wanted and still want; so I will reach for these things. Professionally, I am still growing and will continue to do my best. There is a lot of work that needs to be done and I want to play a more active role in making things happen in my community. However, I have to put my family first. My children are young and in need of continuously molding.

I am not a perfect parent but I impress certain values. I don't stand for foolishness and I let the children know that. I have no time for petty bickering especially when each goes out and embraces others who sometimes do not even care for them. I won't give up though.

Today someone posted on Facebook about the persons that inspire him. I liked his choices. I also said that Bob Marley and Nelson Mandela inspired me. Marley for his poetry and Mandela for his perseverence. I added that my parents and grandparents inspire me the most because they have left a postive legacy for me and my children. They are hardworking, energetic, kind, passionate, survivors and thinkers. So why should I be a bother to anyone today when they have given me so much - not the financial input but the leadership and guidance.

I have no choice but to be vigilant. I have no choice but to be hardworking. I have no choice but to think on my feet and make change. This is my legacy and as I mark another birthday, I pledge to do my best and to be the best me that I can be. If that means I have to be hard on my children when they do wrong, then that's what it is.

Thanks to everyone for the birthday greetings. Happy Birthday to all my fellow September 11 buddies.

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Prayer for September 10, 2012

Heavenly Father,

Thank you for your multitude of blessings. Thank you for the pastors who shepherd your flock. Help them to be grounded, Lord, and give them the strength to resist temptation. Lord, help us, your flock to stand in your promises and live for you. Bring us closer to you and give us the patience and humbleness that we need. As we trod through the road of life Lord, help us to be strong. Lord, bless us and keep us.

AMEN

POEM: Wait for Your Blessings

As I take the long road
while I carry a heavy load
Lord, help me to be strong
and walk steadily along
order my steps
and give me strength
as I pass through trials
and fight off the devils
let me stay focused
and not waste time to fuss
help me to be wise
and open my eyes
so that I can see
give my ears depth
and even when my eyes have wept
let me be solid in faith
and learn to patiently wait
for your blessings

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Me and My Movements

I like to see productivity and can't stand working in chaos. It just drives me nuts! I think I'm a little too methodical sometimes. I believe that if something needs to be done, it simply has to be. People are in an organization to compliment each other - not to be slaves or slave drivers. As organizations today literally have to do more with less, it is time to streamline operations so that everyone works SMART and not hard.

Even your goals should be smart:
S is for Specific - state what you exactly want
M is for Measurable - by what criteria?
A is for Attainable - you should be able to reach this goal
R is for Relevant - what change will occur when you get there
T is for Time Bound - set a time to get there

Everything in the world today is supposed to be smart - smart goals, smart phones, working smart...but yet we somehow seem to stay in that perpetual wheel of getting no where. I think I have accomplished a few little feats that I did not set goals for. I'm just always looking for opportunities. I have my writing which I never thought would have taken me this far. I have my blog, I write on a semi-professional basis for other sites and I have my poetry.

I am now taking an online course and trying to keep up with my garden and yard work. I can only hope that I can be an inspiration to my readers and encourage them to take advantage of the many opportunities available out there. Work smart, be good to people and take opportunities to learn and grow.

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Keep up With Gardening

It's another beautiful September day in the Virgin Islands. We have a lot to be thankful for as the sky is bright and the seas are calm. Let us take time to smile with nature. I 'm in the middle of cooking and have had the privelege of cutting thyme, parsley and chive from my garden to put in the pot. These simple things remind me of God's love and mandate for us to take care of the earth.

I feel good when I am outside and I have been weeding and maniucring the bushes in my yard. Home ownership either calls for you to spend money or to do it yourself. Money is tight so whatever I can do for myself I do. It is also great exercise for me. I enjoy gardening so I have work to do outside today. Plus it's a good time for me to be away from the kids - even though they follow me and try to help. Bless their little hearts!

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