Violence

People fight over petty nonsense and the end result is never a good one.

Someone gets a black eye, a broken nose, broken jaw. Some even end up dead.

You hear in the news that people are robbing others, holding them up at gun point. Plenty of us are petrified. It could easily happen to any of us.

I just want to know what the purpose of violence is. What are they trying to accomplish?

They just destroy their life by being behind bars. That isn’t a way to live.

They hurt themselves and everyone around them.

People need to control their temper! Don’t lash out. Think before you take action. Think before you speak. It can save you a world full of trouble.

It’s bad enough people die from incurable diseases and fatal accidents, why must we have people killing people?

You only get one life to live…Live it well.

Actions, Words, Effort

I said it once, I’ll say it again: Your actions speak louder than your words.

Trust me: They really do.

Don’t sit there and spit words out of your mouth to make me feel guilty. You won’t succeed. It only makes you look worse.

If I’m trying to get together with you, it’s because it has been a long time since we’ve seen each other. Do not ignore my calls. At least have the courtesy to return them. And each time I do talk with you, do not continue to give me excuse after excuse on why you cannot see me.

I’d rather you tell me up front that you do not want to have anything to do with me. Why beat around the bush??

As a result, I will not make an attempt anymore. Why am I going to waste my time, energy, and patience on someone who obviously does not want to be friends anymore?

I never wanted to lose you as a friend. But, obviously, you did not give a damn. If you did, you would have put in the effort.

Your actions and words do play a large part on what kind of person you are. I’m not afraid to say that I was a better friend than you.

On My Mind...

I need to vent. This is what this blog is partly for, right?

I can be a pretty positive person. A year ago, when this all began, I thought my life was going to go downhill. I couldn’t see the light at the end of the tunnel. I could only see how it was going to affect me negatively in every aspect of my life. Mentally, physically, spiritually, and socially.

But, then I gave it some thought. If I got through the many difficult moments in my 24 years – I’d be able to cope with this. I knew God wouldn’t have given me anything He didn’t think I could handle.

Unfortunately, I had a breaking point yesterday.

I’m not perfect.

I’m human.

The pain was unbearable; like it was months ago, like it was last summer. I was doing well, not wonderful, but definitely better.

I have not had the best luck with medications. I’ve had to go through 4 different ones and I’m currently on medicine number 5. And, it obviously isn’t helping anymore, so now what?

I’m just literally exhausted with this trial and error crap.

Eventually, I do think of happy thoughts.

It’s just really tough at times…

*Fibromyalgia Syndrome: 08-26-2010

Negativity is Not Needed

I love hearing people say they’re doing something they enjoy. Whether it’s a job or a hobby, if it puts a smile on your face and you’re good at it, then you should continue doing it. If you aren’t good at it, remember that practice makes perfect.

If you want to try new things – be my guest, go right ahead! I’m all for it. Your options are endless and you never know what you are good at until you try. The worst that can happen is you fail at it. But, in all reality, you didn’t quite fail because at least you tried. You have to give yourself credit for that at least.

So what if you talk it up and then change your mind to do something different? It’s okay if you are not quite sure what you want to do in your career or what hobby you want to hold on to. Everyone has those moments. We all are trying to find our place in the world; our niche, our specialty. Don’t ever feel left out; you are never the only one.

Most importantly, don’t let anyone bring you down! You are much stronger than that. I know you are. Let those negative comments go in one ear and out the other. Don’t give it a chance to process through your brain because it will make you second guess yourself.

You have to do what makes you happy.

You have to do what’s best for you.

The decisions are all yours to make.

Hurricane Irene

People really need to count their blessings.

Hurricane Irene may not have damaged your property, but around the corner maybe wasn’t so lucky. There were plenty of areas flooded, without power, without water, and houses destroyed by trees.

And, you say it was all ‘hype’? Did you really want a tree to smash your car? Why? Did you really want your house wrecked? Why? Did you want to brag about it? Be thankful that your house is intact, your car is safe, and you and your loved ones are unharmed.

People’s lives did end because of this hurricane. Are you still going to say ‘it was nothing!’?

So, my advice to you is this: Before you open up your mouth to say something ignorant and selfish, let it process through your brain; rethink.

Those remarks say a lot about you as a person. If I were you, I’d apologize. Have some courage to stand up and realize this was indeed a tragedy.