It is now the 2nd Monday of 2013 - And here is another Very Zellmer Update. I saw this sign last week, and I wanted to read it over and over again. This one photo spoke to me, it reminded me once again that I am in control of my life, my feelings, my choices. So my thought for the week... THIS IS YOUR LIFE. Absolutely this is my life. I have every opportunity to do what I love and to do it often. We say hello, we say goodbye. Each serving a purpose to help us to realize the people that we are meant to be. I try to remind myself often that I am responsible for my words, my actions and how I choose to live my life. When some one ignores me, or says something hurtful, when I receive a smile from a stranger, or a hug from a loved one, only I am responsible for how I react. Life is short, and often times, we are so wrapped up in our lives that we forget to remember what is truly important in life, and often we don't realize what we truly had, until it is not there anymore. SO, let me take this opportunity to remind myself to take time in the coming week, to make someone feel special, to do something kind for someone, to smile at a stranger, to hug a loved one... and to remember that the greatest things in life, are not things.
TODAY - I am productive. I have accomplished more today, then I think that I have accomplished all last week. I am happy to say that after a crazy work week last week, this Monday has treated me quite well. I am thankful for today.
TODAY - I am productive. I have accomplished more today, then I think that I have accomplished all last week. I am happy to say that after a crazy work week last week, this Monday has treated me quite well. I am thankful for today.
LOVE - God Gave Me You, Brennon Zellmer. Today, I am reminded that I am lucky that God gave me you. Today, I fall in love with you again, as I do every day. I truly believe that some things have to fall apart for better things to fall together. I remember being devestated by my divorce, believing that I would be alone forever, that I would never find someone that loved me as much as I loved them. And then I met you. Not really what I considered my type, I remember how we clicked, how we were able to bring out the best in each other, not the worse. I remember being confused by the fact that we didn't argue and still amazed that we don't fight. I couldn't imagine not having you in my life. Thank you loving me, as much as I love you.
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FRIENDS - Friday night we were able to see friends we hadn't seen in awhile. We partied with Bill and Penny as they celebrated their new venture as business owners. We are so happy for them and had great fun at their Grand Opening! It also reminded me that I can be around people and be okay. I used to love big crowds, to make my presence known and to try and make people laugh and have a good time. Friday, I realized that I am anxious in a group of people, that friends that we used to spend lots of time with is more difficult now. One of my gifts, it seems, is being sensitive to other peoples' moods and feelings. This can be a blessing, as I can sometimes tell if people are sad, or mad, etc... but it also can be difficult because I can feel when people are uncomfortable around me. Now, I would almost rather blend into the background, smile and speak to a few close friends then to work the room. I know that it will get easier... I just never noticed how much I take for granted my quiet Friday nights at home. I can't believe I just said that, a year ago, I could never imagine choosing to be home on a Friday night.
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WEDDING PLANS WITH THE FUTURE HOGANS - Sunday, I had looked forward to another day with James and Emalie in Des Moines at another bridal forum... But where was I on Sunday, on the couch, thankful for back pills, ice packs and heating pads. Not how I had planned to spend my Sunday. But I did spend the day relaxing, looking for activities on Pinterest, stalking people's lives on Facebook and working on some recipes for my blog. I still wish I had been able to spend the day with them.... I enjoy wedding planning! Hopefully next time, I can tag along!
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So, this brings me to the Thought of the Week -- As I mentioned before, the thought for the week is "This is My Life". I want to use the next week to be of assistance to others, to share with others all of the blessings that have been bestowed on me. This is the perfect week to look at my 2013 Pay It Forward list and choose a friend, family member, acquaintance, or stranger, and hopefully provide them with a little sunshine in their day. Until next time - God Bless! Melissa
Beautiful.
ReplyDeleteWOW.....Blessing others......Just what we heard in church Sunday!!
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