“It does not matter how slowly you go as long as you do not stop.”
Enjoy the small things. You’ll discover how much happiness they bring.
This morning I woke to discover a favorite team won last night. That was good surprise. A bit later I got texts from my daughters (they always bring a smile to my face). I went to the gym and had a great workout (I love to sweat). While I worked out I chatted with fellow gym rats. My day only got better. Yes, it is the small things that make the big difference in one’s day. Enjoy every one of them.
“Character never quits; and with patience and persistence; Dreams do come true!”
What is firing your passion today? Can’t think of something? Choose even the smallest thing, focus put all your energy into it. Before you know it you’ll become immersed into what your doing whether it’s baking bread, washing windows, visiting someone in hospice, or writing the next great novel. Your passion for what you are doing will make a difference.
Evening
Oliva Ward Bush-Banks
From out my open window, I can see
The rolling waves, as fierce and restlessly,
They dash against the long, long stretch of shore,
And in the distance, I can dimly trace,
Some out-bound vessel having left her place
Of Harbor, to return perhaps no more.
Within my mind there dwells this lingering thought,
How oft from ill the greatest good is wrought,
Perhaps some shattered wreck along the strand,
Will help to make the fire burn more bright,
And for some weary traveller to-night,
’Twill serve the purpose of a guiding hand.
Ah yes, and thus it is with these our lives,
Some poor misshapen remnant still survives,
Of what was once a fair and beauteous form,
And yet some dwelling may be made more bright,
Some one afar may catch a gleam of light,
After the fury of the blighting storm.
Source
“Don’t give up. There are too many nay-sayers out there who will try to discourage you. Don’t listen to them.
The only one who can make you give up is yourself.”
Thunderstorms rolled through the area last night. I enjoy the roll of thunder and the driving rain. I thanked God and expressed my gratitude for the rain in this south Texas area. Being grateful sent me off into dreamland. When I awoke, the storms had past, I was well rested, and ready to go after the day with all the energy I can muster. I think being grateful gives one a peaceful heart, especially in the turmoil that surrounds us.
“Never quit. It is the easiest cop-out in the world. Set a goal and don’t quit until you attain it.
When you do attain it, set another goal, and don’t quit until you reach it. Never quit.’
I ran into Jerry at the Supermarket. He’s good friend of mine. I hadn’t seen Jerry in over a year. I asked him how he was doing. He said he had cancer in nearly all of his body and had spent 22 months in the hospital. Then he quickly added, ‘Don’t feel sorry for me. I’m not quitting. When I die, I’ll go out kicking and screaming. Jerry went on to tell me that his goal in life is to be a model for other people in similar situations. He wants to help them develop a no quit, never give up attitude. We can all use Jerry’s no quit attitude regardless of our situation. As Jerry said, “You quit, you lose. I’m not quitting. I’ve already won right here (Jerry pointed to his head).
“Without water drops, there can be no oceans; without steps, there can be no stairs; without little things,
there can be no big things!”
