Don't Give Up!

I know it hasn't happened yet. I know you thought things would look differently. I know you expected a different outcome, but it's not over. You're not over. You're not done. You woke up today. There's still time. You're not too old. Your dream is not out of reach. It's easy to focus on the negatives. It's easy to see what's not going right, but don't give up. No matter what. You are more than capable of making your dreams come true. There are countless examples of ordinary people doing extraordinary things. So, don't give up on your dreams. Don't give up on that relationship. Don't give up on that business. Don't give up on that job. Don't give up on that kid. Don't give up on you.

Don't Stop Believing!

Don’t Stop Believin’ was recorded by Journey in 1981. The same year I was born. However, it the charts again in 2009, after the popular show Glee cast recorded it. I can admit that I was a Glee fan for the first couple of seasons simply because of this song. Recently, Snoop Dogg performed on Lip Sync Battle. Random fact, I know. It’s funny how the message of the music can transcend genres. This song’s message is clear. No matter the road life may take you, don’t stop believing. Don’t give up. Hold on to to the feeling that made you start in the first place. You’ve come to far to turn back now. Don’t Stop Believing!!!

Life

Life is meant to be lived. We don't get to choose our family, but we do get to choose our friends. We can't always control what happens to us, but we can control how we respond. Life is full of ups and downs. Perspective is everything. Most importantly, life is a gift. Every day is a gift. Open each day with expectation and fresh eyes. Live your life!!!

Journey

Every journey begins with one step. Every step is a decision. Every decision is deliberate. We are not aimlessly existing. We have a purpose even if it is undiscovered. We are not here by happenstance no matter the circumstances of our creation. We are not a mistake. We are not lost. We are not without hope. Sometimes, life distracts us. We lose focus and forget that nothing takes God by surprise. God is the architect. God is the designer. Have faith. Trust and believe things will work themselves out. You are not forgotten. You just have to keep moving forward. One step at a time.