Many of my fellow facebook friends already know, and are possibly tired of hearing about my wonderful Monday morning I had last week.
I was seriously in Heaven. I have been so busy up until that day, that I haven't given much time to myself. But last Monday I was out of school on Fall break, and decided to give my new camera a little workout. I dropped the boys off to school and headed out to the local parks.
I had my camera in one hand, and a steamy hot cup of coffee in the other: Does it get any better than this? Yes, it does. As if that weren't good enough, mother nature had began its annual spewing of colors on to its own canvas.
There were brilliant reds and vibrant yellows- so bright you had thought the had sun soaked right in to them.
How can you not fall in love?
I just wanted to share a few of the shots I had got through the day.
http://www.facebook.com/album.php?aid=2076188&id=1601355688&l=c7d6f75e2f
Wednesday, October 20, 2010
Sunday, October 10, 2010
A Snowball of Thoughts
I have been listening to Christmas music now for almost 3 months, and it's just now October. :) Actually it is Mariah Carey's Christmas album that I listen to. Her songs about Jesus, in particular, "Jesus, What a Wonderful Child". Every time I hear it I get so uplifted, and I just wanna shout to the world my feelings of adoration for MY GOD!
For years I have a constant inner struggle about getting to church. In my head I am arguing about how I need to get to church every Sunday, but the voice of excuses always wins. That's my day! I want to sleep in- It's family day- and to take a whole hour out for church is craziness, right? Ugh.... WRONG!
I suppose that much of it has to do with the fact that the hubby is not on board with me. He has his beliefs in God, but they don't consist of any organized religion per say. He hates to get up out of bed and go on his day off. I guess he doesn't get anything out of it the way that I do. I feel so recharged. I feel blessed, and part of something bigger. I feel closer to God. I just feel better when I make it to service.
Anyways, needless to say, I rarely make it to church.
Another endless thought that runs through my mind constantly is how I want to start volunteeting. I want to help a family that needs REAL help. I want to make someone's day brighter. I guess I really just do not know where to start. Where can I make a difference? Will I really make a difference?
There have been some really strange, yet interesting things happening in my life lately. Things that I talk to God about, somehow have a way of manifesting. I don't want to go in to great deal, as some of these things are private- but it has been amazing to me to see, and has really opened my eyes to the Lord.
I have made several changes in my life lately. Somehow each and every one of these changes have become intertwined with eachother. I guess I feel closer to whatever it is my life is meant for. Not sure that I have it exactly figured out, but the unfolding of the mystery has fascinated me.
Recently I received a letter from my church asking for Quinton to start Comfirmation. This letter has gotten me back to church. We did make it to service this morning. It was amazing as it is every time. I signed my name on the volunteer sheet for a Thrursday evening coming up. It is nothing big, but maybe a start to something more?
My job has been very stressful lately. I can't count the number of things that are great about my job, but I am also feeling this urge deep inside me to start thinking about a new challenge. I have started back at college full time recently- and I have some ideas of where I am wanting things to go. I just know that whatever I do, I want it to be something that fulfills me completely.
My children are growing like crazy, and all too soon, they won't need me like they used to. For now I am trying to focus on the path I want to make sure they go down. One is that they are involved in church, and that any time they challenged they turn to God. On the flip side, every time they feel joy, they THANK GOD.
Thinking about that made me think of the holidays. It made me think of our family rituals. Before they get too much older I want them to have a new ritual. I want them to remember the holidays were not always just gifts and what they received, but to remember how we have lifted up Jesus; how we celebrate his birth.
This Christmas I want everything to be different. I want it to be centered around one thing: Jesus. So how do I do this? I do not mean that I just want to make sure we make the Christmas Eve service and then go home and rip open presents. I want more than that. I want to help another family. I want to carol and sing of his of name. I want to spread his joy and his love. I want others to join, I want something big. Something my kids will remember as the best Christmas ever- and something that will get them super excited to do again not only next Christmas, but more often through the year.
I am totally open to suggestions. I always get excited about something new like this- but then I tend to start overthinking, and get frustrated and drop the whole ordeal.
This Christmas I want to smile more- even at the crowded store- let someone go in front of me. Surprise someone with kindness. Bake cookies from scratch with the boys, while drinking hot chocolate, and singing songs of Jesus.
I am not even sure my thoughts here are very organized at all. I am super sleepy. I just want the holidays to come to be about making memories and for all those around me.
"Jesus, Jesus
Oh what a wonderful child
Jesus, Jesus
So lowly meek and mild
Oh new life,new hope,new joy He brings
Won't you listen to the angels sing
Glory
To the new born King"
For years I have a constant inner struggle about getting to church. In my head I am arguing about how I need to get to church every Sunday, but the voice of excuses always wins. That's my day! I want to sleep in- It's family day- and to take a whole hour out for church is craziness, right? Ugh.... WRONG!
I suppose that much of it has to do with the fact that the hubby is not on board with me. He has his beliefs in God, but they don't consist of any organized religion per say. He hates to get up out of bed and go on his day off. I guess he doesn't get anything out of it the way that I do. I feel so recharged. I feel blessed, and part of something bigger. I feel closer to God. I just feel better when I make it to service.
Anyways, needless to say, I rarely make it to church.
Another endless thought that runs through my mind constantly is how I want to start volunteeting. I want to help a family that needs REAL help. I want to make someone's day brighter. I guess I really just do not know where to start. Where can I make a difference? Will I really make a difference?
There have been some really strange, yet interesting things happening in my life lately. Things that I talk to God about, somehow have a way of manifesting. I don't want to go in to great deal, as some of these things are private- but it has been amazing to me to see, and has really opened my eyes to the Lord.
I have made several changes in my life lately. Somehow each and every one of these changes have become intertwined with eachother. I guess I feel closer to whatever it is my life is meant for. Not sure that I have it exactly figured out, but the unfolding of the mystery has fascinated me.
Recently I received a letter from my church asking for Quinton to start Comfirmation. This letter has gotten me back to church. We did make it to service this morning. It was amazing as it is every time. I signed my name on the volunteer sheet for a Thrursday evening coming up. It is nothing big, but maybe a start to something more?
My job has been very stressful lately. I can't count the number of things that are great about my job, but I am also feeling this urge deep inside me to start thinking about a new challenge. I have started back at college full time recently- and I have some ideas of where I am wanting things to go. I just know that whatever I do, I want it to be something that fulfills me completely.
My children are growing like crazy, and all too soon, they won't need me like they used to. For now I am trying to focus on the path I want to make sure they go down. One is that they are involved in church, and that any time they challenged they turn to God. On the flip side, every time they feel joy, they THANK GOD.
Thinking about that made me think of the holidays. It made me think of our family rituals. Before they get too much older I want them to have a new ritual. I want them to remember the holidays were not always just gifts and what they received, but to remember how we have lifted up Jesus; how we celebrate his birth.
This Christmas I want everything to be different. I want it to be centered around one thing: Jesus. So how do I do this? I do not mean that I just want to make sure we make the Christmas Eve service and then go home and rip open presents. I want more than that. I want to help another family. I want to carol and sing of his of name. I want to spread his joy and his love. I want others to join, I want something big. Something my kids will remember as the best Christmas ever- and something that will get them super excited to do again not only next Christmas, but more often through the year.
I am totally open to suggestions. I always get excited about something new like this- but then I tend to start overthinking, and get frustrated and drop the whole ordeal.
This Christmas I want to smile more- even at the crowded store- let someone go in front of me. Surprise someone with kindness. Bake cookies from scratch with the boys, while drinking hot chocolate, and singing songs of Jesus.
I am not even sure my thoughts here are very organized at all. I am super sleepy. I just want the holidays to come to be about making memories and for all those around me.
"Jesus, Jesus
Oh what a wonderful child
Jesus, Jesus
So lowly meek and mild
Oh new life,new hope,new joy He brings
Won't you listen to the angels sing
Glory
To the new born King"
Monday, March 9, 2009
Favorite Quotes of Mine
Hello to all. I am not writing any of my own words tonight. I am a huge fan of quotes and sayings. So I wanted a place to share my favorites.
-We become what we think about.
-If you always do, what you always did- You'll always get what you always got.
-Human beings can alter their lives by altering their attitudes of mind.
-As ye sow, so shall ye reap.
-The things we get for nothing, we can never replace.
-The architect of the universe didnt build a stairway leading nowhere.
-Nothing is impossible.
-No man can get rich himself unless he enriches others.
-Attitude is everything!!!
-Wherever you choose to go, go there with all your heart.
-A journey of a thousand miles, begins with a single step.
-Imperfect action is better than perfect inaction.
-Whether you think you can, or you think you cant, either way you are right.
-First we make our attitudes, then our attitudes make us.
-A smile is the light on your face, that lets everyone know you're home.
-A goal, not in writing, is simply a wish.
-Look at everything as though you are seeing it for the first time, with eyes of a child, fresh with wonder.
-A true friend is someone that can make us do what we can.
-Attitudes are contagious. Are yours worth catching?
-Wherever you go, no matter what the weather, always bring your own sunshine.
-If you don't think every day is a good day, just try missing one.
-It's so hard when I have to, and so easy when I want to.
-If you don't like something change it; if you can't change it, change the way you think about it.
-Blessed is he who expects nothing, for he shall never be disappointed.
-The only disability in life is a bad attitude.
Thursday, January 29, 2009
25 Random things about me
Did you know?????1. My full name is Jeannette Louise (Werneth) DeBoer. I was named after my grandmother Jeanette, and am blessed with her blue eyes.
2. I am the mother to 2 perfect little boys, Quinton and Nolan. They are 10 and 8.
3. I am married to the father of my boys, Eric. We have been together 12 years (through thick and thin) this February- and have been married 6 years this coming May. Its been a roller coaster but I can honestly say we are more happy than ever!!
4. I manage a furniture store called Slumberland, here in Quincy.
5. My dream job would be to own my own business, which would be a childrens play place- with indoor race cars, putt putt, etc.
6. My goal is to be ready for that dream in 2 years.
7. I was born and raised in Quincy, Il. When I was 2 my family moved to Pheonix, AZ. We only stayed there 1 year, and came back to Quincy. I moved away after high school to live in Las Vegas. I went to CCSN while there, and then got accepted to UNLV, which is where I planned to study to be a doctor of Radiology. I had a roommate picked out whose name I could not pronounce- But I never met her, as I got home sick and came back to Quincy.
8. I am always cold- It takes a lot for me to sweat (lol) and I always like to have a blanket or sweater on.
9. Whether its winter or middle of summer, I cannot sleep without being covered up with several covers. And I cannot wear socks to bed either.
10. When we lived in Arizona I became extremely sick. The doctors called it Valley Fever. I was so sick and lost so much weight, I couldnt even keep my underwear on. I threw everything up. My Aunt sent a statue of Jesus with 2 children sitting in his lap. I tried eating the styrofoam peanuts in the packing I was so hungry. LOL.... My parents said they thought I was going to die- but the morning after the statue was sent, I made a complete turn around. The statue stayed on the top of my parents fridge my whole life, and now sits on mine.
11. 2 years ago I found out I was born with a duplicate ureter. It was making me terribly sick, and I had to have it removed. They had to cut 20% of my right kidney out... and now it no longer functions. So I just have one functioning kidney now.
12. I STRONGLY believe in the motto- Treat others how you would like to be treated.
13. Mariah Carey is a huge part of my life! I have loved her from her first song released and have never stopped!
14. I have met someone on the internet through myspace- She lived in Iceland at the time- Now she lives in Quincy, and I would consider her one of my best friends.
15. If I could visit another country it would be Ireland. I would like to drink in a true Irish pub.
16. I have always chewed my fingernails as long as I can remember.
17. In high school my friends and I partied EVERY day/night in an abandoned trailor in the woods, that leaned slightly to one side. IT WAS THE BEST YEARS of my life! lol
18. I was baptized Catholic, but now go to United Church of Christ.
19. My first car was a gold slug bug with a sunroof... I couldnt drive a stick, so my dad got rid of it before I even turned 16!
20. Although its been explained to me 3-4 times, I dont understand football. But I would go to a baseball game ANY DAY!
21. I absolutely love to soak up the sun! The sunshine makes me happier than almost anything. I also enjoy being outdoors- love to camp, and be on the lake.
22. I have a dog that is almost 2 years old. She is a pitbull. Her name is Hope. Hope Dean DeBoer. She is THE sweetest dog.
23. I took 2 years of Health Occupations and was a certified CNA. I never worked as one- I hated doing it. I have also been certified in CPR twice.
24. When I was growing up I was a total tom-boy. I loved hanging with the guys, riding bikes, playing baseball, etc.
25. I used to fear dying so much as a kid, sometimes I slept on the bathroom floor- because I worried so much, I would literally get sick and puke.
2. I am the mother to 2 perfect little boys, Quinton and Nolan. They are 10 and 8.
3. I am married to the father of my boys, Eric. We have been together 12 years (through thick and thin) this February- and have been married 6 years this coming May. Its been a roller coaster but I can honestly say we are more happy than ever!!
4. I manage a furniture store called Slumberland, here in Quincy.
5. My dream job would be to own my own business, which would be a childrens play place- with indoor race cars, putt putt, etc.
6. My goal is to be ready for that dream in 2 years.
7. I was born and raised in Quincy, Il. When I was 2 my family moved to Pheonix, AZ. We only stayed there 1 year, and came back to Quincy. I moved away after high school to live in Las Vegas. I went to CCSN while there, and then got accepted to UNLV, which is where I planned to study to be a doctor of Radiology. I had a roommate picked out whose name I could not pronounce- But I never met her, as I got home sick and came back to Quincy.
8. I am always cold- It takes a lot for me to sweat (lol) and I always like to have a blanket or sweater on.
9. Whether its winter or middle of summer, I cannot sleep without being covered up with several covers. And I cannot wear socks to bed either.
10. When we lived in Arizona I became extremely sick. The doctors called it Valley Fever. I was so sick and lost so much weight, I couldnt even keep my underwear on. I threw everything up. My Aunt sent a statue of Jesus with 2 children sitting in his lap. I tried eating the styrofoam peanuts in the packing I was so hungry. LOL.... My parents said they thought I was going to die- but the morning after the statue was sent, I made a complete turn around. The statue stayed on the top of my parents fridge my whole life, and now sits on mine.
11. 2 years ago I found out I was born with a duplicate ureter. It was making me terribly sick, and I had to have it removed. They had to cut 20% of my right kidney out... and now it no longer functions. So I just have one functioning kidney now.
12. I STRONGLY believe in the motto- Treat others how you would like to be treated.
13. Mariah Carey is a huge part of my life! I have loved her from her first song released and have never stopped!
14. I have met someone on the internet through myspace- She lived in Iceland at the time- Now she lives in Quincy, and I would consider her one of my best friends.
15. If I could visit another country it would be Ireland. I would like to drink in a true Irish pub.
16. I have always chewed my fingernails as long as I can remember.
17. In high school my friends and I partied EVERY day/night in an abandoned trailor in the woods, that leaned slightly to one side. IT WAS THE BEST YEARS of my life! lol
18. I was baptized Catholic, but now go to United Church of Christ.
19. My first car was a gold slug bug with a sunroof... I couldnt drive a stick, so my dad got rid of it before I even turned 16!
20. Although its been explained to me 3-4 times, I dont understand football. But I would go to a baseball game ANY DAY!
21. I absolutely love to soak up the sun! The sunshine makes me happier than almost anything. I also enjoy being outdoors- love to camp, and be on the lake.
22. I have a dog that is almost 2 years old. She is a pitbull. Her name is Hope. Hope Dean DeBoer. She is THE sweetest dog.
23. I took 2 years of Health Occupations and was a certified CNA. I never worked as one- I hated doing it. I have also been certified in CPR twice.
24. When I was growing up I was a total tom-boy. I loved hanging with the guys, riding bikes, playing baseball, etc.
25. I used to fear dying so much as a kid, sometimes I slept on the bathroom floor- because I worried so much, I would literally get sick and puke.
Sunday, October 26, 2008
Have ya ever been watching tv, or come across a life incident that was mostly insignificant- but all the sudden you burst in to tears- and really you dont get why?
I've done this often- a lot more since I have had my boys- or maybe it's just part of growing up. Maybe its the tie between leaving behind immaturity, and trying to figure out who you are in this life.
I've been struggling with who I am lately. I often think about the girl I was before I was Mom. Before I was someone's wife. I remember how I would write stories, poems, ideas on paper all night long. When I spoke to someone it was in great detail. I knew in great detail what my life would hold when "I grew up".
And its not that I am not happy- Because that is furthest from the truth- I am happier now in life than I have been in a long time. Still though, something is missing. I thought, today in church, how I should participate more. Why am I not doing more to help others in this life. I always think maybe next week- maybe when I decide what it is I can really be good at, THEN I can try to help someone. Maybe visit some elders in a hospital, maybe lead the kids in the plays at church- help here, help there. MAYBE some other time?
And it's like I am giving myself permission to not be completely happy until I fix all the inperfections about myself. My confidence, my weight, the list could go on. Why am I waiting? There will always be some inperfection.....
So I am laying in bed with Eric- And we are watching our Sunday night show- This lady is asked to be a radio host- she has no experience at this at all-- but accepts- her first segment she gets a caller, and it clicks with her, this is something that she should be doing- She is impacting others lives, and is able to let the world know her thoughts. She smiles.... But I almost tear up- Here is one of these moments. So it hits me- These moments happen when I see others fall in to thier "place" in life. No matter how small it is- they found it.
I just wish I knew what my place was- I just wish I wasn't so scared- And what am I scared of? Someone will laugh at me? I might not impact another's life in the way I am longing to? I wont be good enough?
Lately I have just been impacted by others around me. I really let them control my way through the day. Mr. negativity gets me down, makes me think its all crap- that noone cares about others- everyone is in it for themselves. Mrs. Negativity just cant get a break. The world is cold, stupid, and you just cant get ahead, no matter how hard you try. Mr. Shallow only accosiates with people that will get him ahead in life- the whole time making others feel badly about themselves so he can feel better about his self. Rumors, gossip.... It's so easy to get caught up in.
Truth is I can see myself in all these people.
And I wonder why I am tired at the end of the night. My mind races all day- Whats right, whats wrong?
I just want to be me. I just want to take risks, and if I fall, realize that bruises go away- and if not, it might just be a beautiful scar- reminding me that I took that risk.
I just want that moment- I want the ah ha! I've done it. I am where I am supposed to be.
I've done this often- a lot more since I have had my boys- or maybe it's just part of growing up. Maybe its the tie between leaving behind immaturity, and trying to figure out who you are in this life.
I've been struggling with who I am lately. I often think about the girl I was before I was Mom. Before I was someone's wife. I remember how I would write stories, poems, ideas on paper all night long. When I spoke to someone it was in great detail. I knew in great detail what my life would hold when "I grew up".
And its not that I am not happy- Because that is furthest from the truth- I am happier now in life than I have been in a long time. Still though, something is missing. I thought, today in church, how I should participate more. Why am I not doing more to help others in this life. I always think maybe next week- maybe when I decide what it is I can really be good at, THEN I can try to help someone. Maybe visit some elders in a hospital, maybe lead the kids in the plays at church- help here, help there. MAYBE some other time?
And it's like I am giving myself permission to not be completely happy until I fix all the inperfections about myself. My confidence, my weight, the list could go on. Why am I waiting? There will always be some inperfection.....
So I am laying in bed with Eric- And we are watching our Sunday night show- This lady is asked to be a radio host- she has no experience at this at all-- but accepts- her first segment she gets a caller, and it clicks with her, this is something that she should be doing- She is impacting others lives, and is able to let the world know her thoughts. She smiles.... But I almost tear up- Here is one of these moments. So it hits me- These moments happen when I see others fall in to thier "place" in life. No matter how small it is- they found it.
I just wish I knew what my place was- I just wish I wasn't so scared- And what am I scared of? Someone will laugh at me? I might not impact another's life in the way I am longing to? I wont be good enough?
Lately I have just been impacted by others around me. I really let them control my way through the day. Mr. negativity gets me down, makes me think its all crap- that noone cares about others- everyone is in it for themselves. Mrs. Negativity just cant get a break. The world is cold, stupid, and you just cant get ahead, no matter how hard you try. Mr. Shallow only accosiates with people that will get him ahead in life- the whole time making others feel badly about themselves so he can feel better about his self. Rumors, gossip.... It's so easy to get caught up in.
Truth is I can see myself in all these people.
And I wonder why I am tired at the end of the night. My mind races all day- Whats right, whats wrong?
I just want to be me. I just want to take risks, and if I fall, realize that bruises go away- and if not, it might just be a beautiful scar- reminding me that I took that risk.
I just want that moment- I want the ah ha! I've done it. I am where I am supposed to be.
The Past is NOT Who We Are.....
Hello to all my friends and family. I hope this finds you in good health and doing well.
Most of you that know me, know that I tend to smile a lot- and try my hardest to keep things upbeat and keep others smiling.
There are days when I am down, too, though. Days where I am a little depressed, or anxious. Luckily my personality permits me to snap out of it in very little time.
Today was one of those days for me. I was really down, for allowing myself to eat all the good foods I wanted this weekend and have a few drinks with friends. I am trying to accept the fact that I had a good time, and that is that. Now time to get back on track. But I allow myself to fall off track too often- and thats why I get angry with myself. I should've planned better- I KNEW what was ahead, and even warned myself that I needed a game plan. But then gave myself permission to ruin all the hard work from earlier in the week. Now I am depressed about it- and angry- and guess what? I would like to not go to my weight watchers meeting tonight, because I know I will have to face a gain- face the fact that I was NOT successful this week.
This was just an example I wanted to throw out there. For many of you, it may be something else that throws a lil negativity in to your life.
So just as I am wallowing in self pity- I hear something that was PERFECT for me to hear at this time. I was listening to Bob & Sheri on the radio, and they had Sonia Ricotti on the program. She was talking about the law of attraction. I LOVE this sort of talk, because I believe in it. I also believe that I turned the station just in time to hear this- because it is what I needed to hear at the time.
Of course they were talking about how positive energy attracts postive energy, and then negative would attract negative. You should be careful who your friends are, because if you are hanging around with some one that is very negative they will constantly be bringing you down. This is in fact true, and there isn't anyone out there that can tell me it is not. Fortunately, I surround myself with tons of friends that are positive and upbeat.
All of the discussion made sense to me, and really, it was just commen sense to me. But what REALLY struck a cord for me was when they stated a quote from Sonia's new book- The Law of Attraction, Plain and Simple: Create the Extraordinary Life That You Deserve.
It was stated that "The past is NOT who we are, it is who we WERE." Seems really simple doesn't it? But it put a knot in my stomach. I realized right there that I would be sending out this email to share with others. We all, or majority of us, carry around this burden of the past. Something we did that we are not proud of. It allows us to kind of cower down, and not reach full potential, as if we do not deserve it.
For me I believe it was when Eric and I got pregnant before we were married, not once, but twice. As if I did not know better? Not only did I let myself down, I feel like it let my parents down. As a parent now, I know what our children do, we see as a direct reflection of ourselves. BUT, I was not raised to make that kind of choice. I KNEW better. And some how I have allowed this moment of my life to affect everything else I do, or have done from then on- even if unconciously.
I realize that sometimes I think I am not as good as someone else because I have made these bad choices in the past. I realize now that this is probably the reason that someone can convince I am wrong so easily, even when I am completely right.
So I have put out there a few of my many mistakes in life, hoping to get a point across to others.
We are all worth the opportunities presented to us in life. Do not be afraid to take them, just because you have failed in the past.
The past is NOT who we are.
Love to you all & many blessings!!
Jeannie
Most of you that know me, know that I tend to smile a lot- and try my hardest to keep things upbeat and keep others smiling.
There are days when I am down, too, though. Days where I am a little depressed, or anxious. Luckily my personality permits me to snap out of it in very little time.
Today was one of those days for me. I was really down, for allowing myself to eat all the good foods I wanted this weekend and have a few drinks with friends. I am trying to accept the fact that I had a good time, and that is that. Now time to get back on track. But I allow myself to fall off track too often- and thats why I get angry with myself. I should've planned better- I KNEW what was ahead, and even warned myself that I needed a game plan. But then gave myself permission to ruin all the hard work from earlier in the week. Now I am depressed about it- and angry- and guess what? I would like to not go to my weight watchers meeting tonight, because I know I will have to face a gain- face the fact that I was NOT successful this week.
This was just an example I wanted to throw out there. For many of you, it may be something else that throws a lil negativity in to your life.
So just as I am wallowing in self pity- I hear something that was PERFECT for me to hear at this time. I was listening to Bob & Sheri on the radio, and they had Sonia Ricotti on the program. She was talking about the law of attraction. I LOVE this sort of talk, because I believe in it. I also believe that I turned the station just in time to hear this- because it is what I needed to hear at the time.
Of course they were talking about how positive energy attracts postive energy, and then negative would attract negative. You should be careful who your friends are, because if you are hanging around with some one that is very negative they will constantly be bringing you down. This is in fact true, and there isn't anyone out there that can tell me it is not. Fortunately, I surround myself with tons of friends that are positive and upbeat.
All of the discussion made sense to me, and really, it was just commen sense to me. But what REALLY struck a cord for me was when they stated a quote from Sonia's new book- The Law of Attraction, Plain and Simple: Create the Extraordinary Life That You Deserve.
It was stated that "The past is NOT who we are, it is who we WERE." Seems really simple doesn't it? But it put a knot in my stomach. I realized right there that I would be sending out this email to share with others. We all, or majority of us, carry around this burden of the past. Something we did that we are not proud of. It allows us to kind of cower down, and not reach full potential, as if we do not deserve it.
For me I believe it was when Eric and I got pregnant before we were married, not once, but twice. As if I did not know better? Not only did I let myself down, I feel like it let my parents down. As a parent now, I know what our children do, we see as a direct reflection of ourselves. BUT, I was not raised to make that kind of choice. I KNEW better. And some how I have allowed this moment of my life to affect everything else I do, or have done from then on- even if unconciously.
I realize that sometimes I think I am not as good as someone else because I have made these bad choices in the past. I realize now that this is probably the reason that someone can convince I am wrong so easily, even when I am completely right.
So I have put out there a few of my many mistakes in life, hoping to get a point across to others.
We are all worth the opportunities presented to us in life. Do not be afraid to take them, just because you have failed in the past.
The past is NOT who we are.
Love to you all & many blessings!!
Jeannie
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