Follow Fashion is the Thing

When we were going to school we had a slang about "follow fashion". It just meant that some people like to follow what others do whether it is good or bad. It's flattering to be copied. It simply means that you are doing something right.

I tell my children to think for themselves at all times and not to follow the foolishness that others do. Because we "follow fashion", we are in debt, our relationships have broken down and our lives are in turmoil. If you are going to "follow fashion", do it for positive things like getting an education that you can afford, buying a car that you can afford, building a house you can afford etc.

People are fickle and funny and you just have to deal with them and love them regardless. Everyone has their life to live and we are here to build each other up.

Remember, if you are going to "follow fashion", then do it for something positive and not out of envy. Do it because you want to emulate a positive behavior.

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Sub-standard Behaviors Stink

I am really tired of the sub-standard behaviors that many people have adopted in the community. It's really time to step up the game. I'm tired of the lackadaisical attitudes everywhere. Why do we always have to be reactive. Don't let something happen to you. Make something happen for you.

You are the key to your success. You are the engine that effects change in your life. You can't wait for the system to change for you to get on board. You have to change to affect the system. Let other people emulate your good behavior and code of ethics.

We simply have to step up our game and take correction when it is needed. Let's move forward!

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Problem Solving from a Different Angle

I am true believer in doing one's best. Why should anyone settle with doing something sub-standard or even below the acceptable line? I guess maybe I'm a little too much or expect too much. I guess my thinking is from another dimension. I also firmly believe that where I have a choice to say no that I should say it.

I find that people in many cases do not understand boundaries. They just take things for granted. When you realize this, you have to start deciding on how you deal with these individuals. I wouldn't say that I would drop a friend because of one incident. Instead, how can I positively influence him or her to do better. Sometimes my behavior might be the problem.

Regardless of what a situation might be, sometimes personal introspection is needed before attacking the problem. We have to seek to solve problems, not make them worse. Think beyond the seams, consult others and pray for guidance. Sometimes the solution may be harsh but there are instances where tough love is needed to correct a problem.

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Paying Attention to the Little Things

Yesterday, I told my son that he needs to pay careful attention to what he is doing and reading. I also told him that there are adults who do not pay attention to anything that they do. They do a mediocre job when asked to do something and even when they volunteer, it is still not up to par.

It is frustrating dealing with people who behave like that and unfortunately, in today's crazy world, there is a lot of mediocrity out there. We get in from the teachers, employees, students, churches etc. It is sad that no one prides themselves in a job well done anymore. Things will never be perfect, however, we have to strive do well when we say we will do something.

I look at our children today and it's a fight to get them to do the right thing. You have to fight with the adults to do the right thing. So the present is shady and the future really does not seem that bright if we maintain this stance. What makes it worse is that no one wants to be guided or disciplined. How can we put up with these behaviors? When you try to correct people, they take it personal. However, rules are meant to be followed otherwise it would be total chaos in the world.

Each one of us can take a step to make the right decision or to utter a positive word to someone going down the wrong path. Do what you can to inspire someone.

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POEM: Do What You Have To

Sometimes we jump into life
without a thought
and that's the way some things
should be handled
other things need that
due consideration
and meditation
so that positive
vibrations
can run through
not every decision will
be liked
but you don't
always have foresight
to predict the reactions
and a contraction
won't help
you just have to be you
do you
and live life
and be true
so do what you have to

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Prayer for June 5, 2013

Today is June 5, 2013. Thank you Lord for another day. My prayer for today is:

Lord, I have been selfish, miserable and conceited and I would like to change my ways. Lord, help me to be patient, kind-hearted, giving and understanding. I pray for the world as we are going through some perilous times where the future has become more unsure. Help us to stay grounded and focused on living right and doing right. Strengthen us Lord so that we can have positive attributes and live lives that are pleasing to you.

AMEN

POEM: Risk Taker

I see a new way...
now it's about timing'
refining
and designing
the way forward
I don't want to be
afraid
I don't want to be
apprehensive
about taking
a leap of faith
because
no risks
mean
no progress
something's got to give
and it's my will
I have to take
the steps
necessary
to chart a path
that will get me to my goals
So when you see
change on the horizon
accept it
or move on
because
regardless of your feelings
life has to go on

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