Poem for a Sister Who Has Trod On

Positively radiant,
inspiring, a true gem...
an example to all women,
a nurturer,
a diligent worker,
someone you can
depend on -
a lady who showed
positivity
in every step
she took,
one that we'll always remember
because when this sister smiled
her positive energy
was shared with all
in her presence

Rest in Peace, Ijahkey.

Change is Good

Change is good. There are situations where people can't deal with it. In most cases, I welcome it and embrace it. If I wasn't open to change in my younger days, I would not be the person I am today. Sometimes, we have to step out of our box to learn new things and meet new people. 

We have to be able to seek improvement for ourselves. What is the next step that you can take to launch your career to the next level? Is a degree or training needed? Do you need to master a new skill? I took a 6-week online course and it made make think differently.

What about your children? I have been using online games to help them and I think it is working. I get them involved in events and competitions so that they can build their confidence. I am very candid with them and I have told them that I expect more as they get older.

Could joining an organization help you. You can meet new people and maybe you may get involved in community activities that can benefit others.

Take a step forward. Take a leading role and see how you can progress and improve your life.

Be encouraged.

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Just one of those days

When you are able to make decisions, you have to be careful. Sometimes, we have to think things through. I'm sometimes too hasty but I am working on that. I have to work on myself and keep trying to improve.

On another note, I met a lady who was an inspiration to many. She passed today and she will be missed. She has been a positive influence on me and I don't think I ever told her that. She was diligent, positive, beautiful and courageous. May she rest in peace and may her legacy be carried through her generations.

Be sure to tell people thanks, compliment them and encourage them!

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Lots Going On

I  have been putting in a lot of time into some various matters because I want to move forward on some projects. We all have to set goals and make plans to implement these goals. I am going to throw on the teacher hat and make a test for my son to study by. I also have some craft projects to work on. It's going to be an early morning tomorrow so this blog post won't be much longer.

I'd like to encourage everyone to stay focused and diligent in whatever they do. If you see something that you can aim for, go for it!

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It's MidTerm Test Time

It's time for Midterm tests for my son so I am delinquent with my blog. That's not good and it's no excuse but I have to put him first. The work is getting harder and I have to work with him. However, I have been keeping up with my Linette- Inspire VI page on Facebook where I share little blurbs to encourage people or to share tips and advice. The blog is more for the longer thoughts and poems that go over a paragraph.

I can't stay long because I realize that we need to go over fraction problem solving. I'll have to break it down to show that you have to find the whole first then seek to find the portion that is used. It's not easy being a parent - the provider, the teacher, the nurturer, the correcter and the counselor.

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Encouragement for May 15, 2013

are you weak
are you broke
are you broken
well don't be discouraged
don't be flustered
and don't sit and just cry
Stand strong
pray for inspiration
make change in your situation

it's in your hands

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POEM: Don't Fret

As we cry
as we smile
and as we live
we have burdens
some heavy
some light
and there's some things
that are just not right
but it makes no sense to fight
because
your plight
is no different
to anyone else's
it's not necessarily
a pain
sometimes
but the rain can
make some change
in the game
don't fret
cause even if
you get wet
you just have to
dry off
not fly off
just try
to manage
cause these situations
don't need to cause damage
so even while
you're famished
you have justification
to do your best
and sometimes
you just leave
the rest
but know yourself
love yourself
and stand firm
in your choices

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