Did you ever just wonder how much time you really have here on this earth? I have, and maybe, if we would give that question just a little more thought, we would have more answers! Life in the end is really what you make it, you make choices, and then you live with them. Some choices have pretty hard consequences, and you can't go back and undo them. All you can do is make the future better. That is why, you can never give up, there is always something you can do to make your life count. And when you have a family, it is family first! Make your time with them, not the world, so many are concerned with living of the world, instead of in the world. Things; will consume you, and then your life! And when that is gone you are gone! And all you will leave are memories, and memories have a way of fading away, so, make yours count. Put value to your life!
Now, when you are young you seem to think of time as a friend, something that will always be there. And when you get older, you realize time really does just slip away! Wow, what impact, time really does just slip away. Like, here today gone tomorrow. My husband and I lost a very dear friend and business associate this year! And we were devastated, it was so sudden, we could hardly believe he was gone. And all the time, he knew the way he was living, was killing him. Now, ask me if he really cared? Sure he cared, but not enough to do anything about it, and for years he could have. He leaves behind a wife, daughter and two grandchildren. And, they are the ones now left with the memories he created for them, and as sad as I am to say, he could have tried a little harder, I can see the pain he left behind! The hurt, he can't take back, it's too late, he didn't value life enough to care! And I know I don't want to be my friend, that is why I write stuff like this, yeah, some might say it's rambling I say it's a voice, and if I can leave even a small impact on even one person, than to me it was worth it. Some fellow writers say; time is money and I am wasting my time, but I say No! I'm not! People search all there lives for answerer's, and if we would all share and mentor to one another, maybe we could bridge those gaps and focus on family again, moral values, helping one another, things that really do matter. Not how much money you can put in the bank, or how big a house you can live in. What good are all those things, if what matters the most is lost. A world without warmth, love, compassion. I get up everyday, say a prayer; thank the Lord that he gives me another day here on Earth! And believe me when I say, I have to work hard at trying to live in a world that test you every morsel of your soul. For the most part :), I have learned to have faith, to close my mouth, and trust in God, We try not to judge, as there is only one true judge of the world, but let me tell you, it's a journey! One, I know I will travel indefinitely, and hope to gain strength as I go! I want to make my life count; I want to leave a mark, something that my God and family would be proud of! So, make your life something you Value, make it count! You’re worth it, and so is your family! We are all family, wasn't it God who said we are all Brothers and Sisters? Talk to you soon!
God Bless
Chatterbox
Wednesday, November 07, 2007
Monday, November 05, 2007
Kids What's the Matter With Kids Today
I know this isn't going to go over well for some, but sorry to hurt a few feelings. Enough is enough, our children are falling through the cracks. And it's just getting worse with every generation. Parents need to take back their control and start acting like adults and stop being cowards. There is no room for coward ism, when it comes to parenting. Stand up for what you believe. Set your standards, and don't let anyone make you think you have to lower them.
So, let me say as nice as I possibly can.................................................Sorry.....................................
Parents, that's what's the matter! As a mother of five and grandmother, working hard every day to make sure my kids grow up to be the best they can! Well, that has been the hardest job I have every encountered from flipping burgers, cleaning houses, and assisting my husband for 27 years in his business, raising children by far takes the most effort and hard work of all. Of course, this is my opinion, and I am sure, many Mom's and Dad's out there, that are doing their job, can agree to most of my statements. In order to raise productive loving kind, respectful, considerate children, you have to put some effort and hard work into it.
The way I see it, children for one don't come with a handbook, and a lot of what we do is trial and error. And only the final outcome will tell the results. So, it's our job to make the best effort possible we can. And gosh today with more mother's working and children in day care, there just is a lack of good parenting. Parents for the most part don't want to parent, it's too hard, you get to much resistance, and it's much easier to just give in. And I'm afraid that won't cut it, your family is not some movie you can rewind and fix all the wrongs. Your human, your going to make mistakes, but not trying to make your best effort , that's a mistake you can't take back.
We as parents have to set an example and be good role models for our kids. We are the main ingredient to their success! We have to always keep in mind that we are not here to be our children's best friend. And it's okay if they don't like us all the time, it just means we are doing our job. There will be plenty of time for friendship later. Our children are a gift from God, and it's our duty to raise them up right! There are many scriptures on discipline, and God knew what he was doing from the begining. It was man that decided to mess things up. For example: Poor leadership causes laxity, Exodus 32:25; He who spares his rod hates his son, but he who loves him disciplines him promptly, Proverbs 29:15, Correct your son, and he will give you rest; Yes, he will give delight to your soul, Proverbs 29:17
Now don't get me wrong this isn't as easy as it sounds, infact it can be quite the challange at times. I am having a challange as we speak, however I am learning over the many years of raising children that we are never too old to learn! And if we stay true and have faith, I do believe it will all turn out fine. Thank you for reading, and letting me share with you. Please feel free to comment and share your thoughts with me and others!
God Bless!
Chatterbox
So, let me say as nice as I possibly can.................................................Sorry.....................................
Parents, that's what's the matter! As a mother of five and grandmother, working hard every day to make sure my kids grow up to be the best they can! Well, that has been the hardest job I have every encountered from flipping burgers, cleaning houses, and assisting my husband for 27 years in his business, raising children by far takes the most effort and hard work of all. Of course, this is my opinion, and I am sure, many Mom's and Dad's out there, that are doing their job, can agree to most of my statements. In order to raise productive loving kind, respectful, considerate children, you have to put some effort and hard work into it.
The way I see it, children for one don't come with a handbook, and a lot of what we do is trial and error. And only the final outcome will tell the results. So, it's our job to make the best effort possible we can. And gosh today with more mother's working and children in day care, there just is a lack of good parenting. Parents for the most part don't want to parent, it's too hard, you get to much resistance, and it's much easier to just give in. And I'm afraid that won't cut it, your family is not some movie you can rewind and fix all the wrongs. Your human, your going to make mistakes, but not trying to make your best effort , that's a mistake you can't take back.
We as parents have to set an example and be good role models for our kids. We are the main ingredient to their success! We have to always keep in mind that we are not here to be our children's best friend. And it's okay if they don't like us all the time, it just means we are doing our job. There will be plenty of time for friendship later. Our children are a gift from God, and it's our duty to raise them up right! There are many scriptures on discipline, and God knew what he was doing from the begining. It was man that decided to mess things up. For example: Poor leadership causes laxity, Exodus 32:25; He who spares his rod hates his son, but he who loves him disciplines him promptly, Proverbs 29:15, Correct your son, and he will give you rest; Yes, he will give delight to your soul, Proverbs 29:17
Now don't get me wrong this isn't as easy as it sounds, infact it can be quite the challange at times. I am having a challange as we speak, however I am learning over the many years of raising children that we are never too old to learn! And if we stay true and have faith, I do believe it will all turn out fine. Thank you for reading, and letting me share with you. Please feel free to comment and share your thoughts with me and others!
God Bless!
Chatterbox
Slow day.............
Good afternoon everyone!
Hope you all tried the peanut butter fudge recipe? Let me know what you thought!
Today has been slow, not much happening at the home front, I am planning on trying out a cool dish for dinner, nothing special, actually pretty simple, but looks fancy! It's a pasta dish, a little Vermicelli, add the veggies, meat and sauce of your choice and not to shabby! I'll let you know how it turns out!
Catch you all later,
Chatterbox
Hope you all tried the peanut butter fudge recipe? Let me know what you thought!
Today has been slow, not much happening at the home front, I am planning on trying out a cool dish for dinner, nothing special, actually pretty simple, but looks fancy! It's a pasta dish, a little Vermicelli, add the veggies, meat and sauce of your choice and not to shabby! I'll let you know how it turns out!
Catch you all later,
Chatterbox
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