Goodbye 2018

Oh the memories!!! 2018 went by so fast. I mean it feels like my 50th birthday was yesterday. So many milestones accomplished and so much still left to do. Have you been in this spot? Truly in the middle of everything and waiting for direction. I took some time away from blogging to truly focus on life. I've paired down my duties and responsibilities and given other peoples problems back to them. Are you carrying the burdens for those who dumped them on your plate? Have you gained anything by sacrificing yourself? Or are you still empty? I have one word for you......purge. Get rid of anything or anyone who no longer benefits you.  Concentrate your energy on elevating your life. As you rise, you'll lift others with you. Those who wish you well will still be by your side. Those who don't can watch from the sidelines.  You only have one chance at this thing called life. Why not live your best life? The purple life. How was your journey through 2018. Leave your comments below.  Thanks for stopping by. Take Care and God Bless!!!

Chopped

Do you have a problem letting go of useless things? How full is your basement? Attic? Garage? Storage unit? There are some things that have worn out their usefulness. Yet they haven't been recycled,  refurbished,  repurposed, or removed. What's the purpose of holding on to this rubbish? I recently chopped all my permed hair off to go natural. IT WAS SO LIBERATING!!!! No more rules. No more maintenance. No more restrictions.  Just naturally being myself living life. I've been tossing things out to minimalist proportions and I couldn't be happier. I'm reaching for my goals by getting rid of the weight that held me down. NO MORE EXCUSES!!! Its time to do the work to create the life you want. What better time than now to get rid of the junk. Declutter your life from the things that no longer serve you. Make your burden lighter and your future brighter. Let's continue on our journey to living the best life.  The purple life.  What have you cut from your life in 2018? Share your comments below. Thanks for stopping by . Take Care and God Bless!!!

Happy Heavenly Birthday Mom

Today has been a day of reflection for me.  My Mom was born on this day many years ago. I won't tell what her age would have been if she were still alive, but I will say she touched many lives during her time on earth. Her warm smile, big brown eyes, and radiant spirit grabbed everyone she met. She taught many students and she was the center of our family. Mom was a warrior for Christ and spread the gospel wherever she went. Even in the nursing home during her later years, she ministered to the staff and her many visitors. I had the opportunity to share her with the world, yet keep the best of her with me. Mom encouraged my curiosity and stoked the flames of exploration to quench the questions. She allowed us to think for ourselves with gentle parental support and guidance.  Always a sophisticated woman with grace, style, and beauty. She laid the foundation for our love of God and our Christian principles.  Mom also gave us the capacity to love others as we love our own. I know she'd be proud of the blogs I've written and look forward to the content portrayed. I will keep it up as my journey is continuing. Happy Birthday Mom!!! Who is your influencer? Who motivates you to do better? How is your journey going? Share your comments below. Thanks for stopping by.  Take Care and God Bless!!!