Way #5: What About Your Friends?

"To be a friend, one must show themselves friendly..."

Proverbs 18:24

Music of the Moment: Jonathan McReynolds

Something new? Why yes! Let's!

If you know me in real life, you'll know that I'm a bit of a music freak. My family is highly musical and my eclectic taste definitely branches from my parents exposing me to music at a very age. Keeping things short and non-biographical, I love music. Which is why I thought that starting to post music or artist that I'm into was a seriously good idea. Trust me, I've got great taste (smile).

Without further ado, check out my MotM (Music of the Moment) beneath the cut!

Quote of the Moment

I'm often asked why my standards for men are set so high. Well, it's because I have a Daddy, brothers, uncles, and even a grandfather who have set an excellent example for me. They not only taught me how I was supposed to be treated, they SHOWED me as well. They've modeled the way since I was a young girl. From opening doors, to pulling out chairs, taking care of the bill even when I insisted on paying myself, being emotionally available for me, and being my comfort in times of need. Always being courteous and complete gentlemen. I mean honestly, would you settle for anything less after receiving that kind of treatment? ....yeah, me neither. And I'm teaching my nieces to have the same standards. And teaching my nephew how to meet them.

-  Raven H. (via Facebook)

Hello Again...Again

After hiatuses, people usually have LOOOONG, drawn out stories about why they went under the radar for what seems like a thousand years. I, on the other hand, have one, simple, concise and to the point explanation for my absence:

Quote of the Moment

"Had a great convo about relationships earlier and realized that some people should remain single for however long God would have them rather than jumping from relationship to relationship until they are really truly ready to move on. We can reverse the unhealthy cycle of bad relationships by just being patient and learning from the past. Otherwise, we run the risk of making the same mistakes over and over again."

 - Antoinette Clarington (via Facebook)

Quote of the Moment

"Singles: STOP asking, 'What's wrong with ME?' "Why am I still single?' There is NOTHING WRONG with you. Why my fellow married people ask you about marriage, politely ask them, 'Are you with your SOULmate or ROOMmate?' 'Is that a WEDDING ring or a SUFFERing?' STOP placing your WORTH on relationship status. WE ALL HAVE VALUE!"

- from the facebook wall of Myra McNeil

Far too long...

Hello out there?

It's been far too long since a post has been made here, partially because life has just taken over. The blessing of employment was finally realized (Thank God) and I'm elated to finally be gaining some leeway in life. Feels like "the baby" of the family is finally growing up a bit. The course is being mapped for my future and everything looks so...bright. 2011 has come in and the one thing that I can say is that...surprise! I wasn't ready! 2010 was so amazing, so awesome that I don't think I was quite ready for it to leave yet. But on the other side of 2011, I'm filled with an exuberant joy! I can't say that I'm shying away from a new year, as I'm so accustomed to doing. I'm one of those people who fears the new and unknown because of its mystery. But now, I'm looking at this new year with new eyes. It's not scary...it's a blank page, full of space for excellence, new experiences, new goals, new accomplishments and yes, even new defeat. The point is...it's new. It's uncharted and it's mine.

With that being said, I've listed a few things that I'd love to see happen with this new year. Not new year resolutions (so it's not too late to actually post these as it is definitely nine days after the new year), as promises are so easily broken. But new opportunities...