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- You - by Submitted on Jun 30, 2014 from Womens Recreation, Inc.You are strong and rise above things that you know would sink others. Your determination is a hunger that lies in the pit of your stomach! Nothing quenches it. Your drive to carry on is like no other. Your demand for respect can be heard from the mountain tops. Your self-worth shines like a ...
Views: 1536 - The Protected Heart - by Submitted on Apr 25, 2014 from Womens Recreation, Inc.We all protect our heart in one way or another. Maybe we were teased at school, or hurt by someone we once loved. It doesn’t matter how far back the sense of pain goes, it might feel very real today. It is good to guard your heart against people or situations that might hurt you, but there is ...
Views: 1534 - Embracing Separation - by Submitted on Sep 12, 2013 from Womens Recreation, Inc.It is that time of year when your son or daughter is off to college. It is that moment that makes a parent proud but also a moment that you have been dreading. You can put on a smile to everyone, but deep down you are hurting because they are not close in proximity anymore. Now it is time to ...
Views: 1532(1 vote) - In My Arms - by Submitted on Jul 07, 2011 from Womens Recreation, Inc.In my arms, I will hold you tight. In my arms, I know you’ll be alright. As a parent, once your child is born, your whole life changes. It is at that moment that you realize how precious life really is. It is at that moment you can envision all the possibilities for your child’s future holds. ...
Views: 1524(1 vote) - More Than a Pink Ribbon - by Submitted on Oct 04, 2013 from Womens Recreation, Inc.If you have ever had a journey with Breast Cancer, you know that it is much more than a pink ribbon. Many of the women that I have spoken with had resented the pink ribbon at one point or another. “You feel so overwhelmed with everything, the doctors, treatments, medication and then you have ...
Views: 1519 - The Line - by Submitted on Jul 07, 2011 from Womens Recreation, Inc.The lines that we bare are so unmistakable. We have this code that we sell ourselves from the time we are able to understand what exactly we want out of life, and who we want to become. I will do this, but I won’t do that. We set up our expectations of others along the way. Some will live up ...
Views: 1518 - The Trap - by Submitted on May 01, 2012 from Womens Recreation, Inc.Our world is full of wants and needs. When you don’t have material things, you feel underprivileged. When you don’t experience the same pleasures as others, you feel underprivileged. When you get older you start to acquire the things you lacked growing up. Your path in life changes and the ...
Views: 1515 - Become the Person Who Can Move Mountains Part 3 - by Submitted on Mar 03, 2013 from Womens Recreation, Inc.This is part 3 of an 8 part blog series titled, “Become the Person Who Can Move Mountains.” This blog is about Knowledge. Other blogs to follow in this series are: Visualization, Knowledge, Patience, Understanding, Giving Back, Love, and Faith & Fear. We all possess important qualities ...
Views: 1510(1 vote) - Across The Globe - by Submitted on Dec 16, 2010 from Womens Recreation, Inc.From across the distant lands, and to the distant seas, you don’t know me, but I wish you peace. Through times of uncertainty and life’s hardships; hold tight to your faith, you will get through it. I wish I could carry your weight, but you are stronger than I. I hate the thought of war ...
Views: 1509(3 votes) - Unsupportive People - by Submitted on Feb 21, 2014 from Womens Recreation, Inc.Before I start this article about unsupportive people, I would like to explain some important details to you. In this article you will see how uncompassionate and narrow minded some of these people are. Let’s start by describing the unsupportive person; this person can be male or female, old ...
Views: 1509 - The Passing of a Patient - by Submitted on Dec 25, 2011 from Womens Recreation, Inc.The holiday's are hard for those missing their loved ones, so I wrote this to ease your soul. My whole life changed once the diagnosis was made. Now doctor appointments fill my calendar days. I’ve had to learn lingo that only a physician should know. I’ve had to learn side effects and what ...
Views: 1502 - A Precious Child Is Born - by Submitted on Dec 10, 2014 from Womens Recreation, Inc.This article is about Christmas. You can fondly remember your favorite Christmas. Maybe it was the one when you received that toy that you were dying to get. Maybe it was the one when your grandma and aunt showed up, you haven’t seen them in a very long time. Or, maybe it was the one you ...
Views: 1497 - Come Walk with Me - by Submitted on Jun 17, 2013 from Womens Recreation, Inc.Come walk with me dear child, just for a little while. You see, you haven’t been yourself, I can see it in your eyes. What use to be a caring soul has turned just a little-bit colder? Your bright smile always lit up a room, it’s been awhile. You don’t have to say anything, just let me speak ...
Views: 1497 - Are You Truly Listening? - by Submitted on Oct 04, 2012 from Womens Recreation, Inc.There is a saying “you cannot be mad in nature.” You may start out being upset, but as you walk amongst the tall oak trees and pines, nature brings peace to your soul. As you walk further you hear things; a squirrel running, birds chirping and the sound of water from a nearby creek. Being in ...
Views: 1495(1 vote) - Jealousy - by Submitted on Jul 07, 2011 from Womens Recreation, Inc.When jealousy rears its nasty head, it is not a good thing. It’s not fun, but it does go to show you how many levels there are in this life. When someone looks a certain way, maybe you use to look like that, or you want to look like that. It should be motivational if you don’t look like the way ...
Views: 1495 - To Face Your Fears - by Submitted on Jul 07, 2011 from Womens Recreation, Inc.Most people say face your fears head on. That way you will over come them. That is fine, but you’ll never know where the fear came from. When you have a fear you have to dissect where it came from in order for it not to re-appear. Something happened somewhere along the lines for you to ...
Views: 1494(1 vote) - Forever Grateful - by Submitted on Nov 20, 2013 from Womens Recreation, Inc.Appreciate where you are in this moment, because in a blink of an eye, a new moment is upon you. Some will move up in life while others will slide down. Others will move laterally while some will try hard just to hold steady. All you can do is be grateful, with each and every breath you take, ...
Views: 1493 - Valentine's Day - by Submitted on Feb 09, 2012 from Womens Recreation, Inc.Valentine’s Day might be considered to many as a Hallmark holiday. For some it might just be another day that they want to forget, and for other’s it will be a day that they will always remember. Some will go all out lavishly as a token to express their love. For some an “I love you” will ...
Views: 1491(1 vote) - While You Were Gone - by Submitted on Feb 09, 2012 from Womens Recreation, Inc.While you were gone the kids grew an inch taller. While you were gone the air grew smoggier. While you were gone the washer went out. While you were gone the cat snuck out. While you were gone that old car finally gave out. While you were gone I tried that recipe. While you were gone I ...
Views: 1490(1 vote) - Everything in Life - by Submitted on Mar 29, 2016 from Womens Recreation, Inc.Everything in life is meant to awaken our sense of being. Every situation that we bear witness to is meant to awaken our true meaning. We are not to pass judgement on these circumstances but to absorb the true meaning of it. Judgment clouds our openness and attaches us to the situation. When ...
Views: 1489 - Silence - by Submitted on Jan 11, 2014 from Womens Recreation, Inc.To sit in silence is to relax and just breathe. No time constraints, no rubbish to listen to. You feel your own heartbeat thumping. You feel your diaphragm contract and expand with every breath you take. You clear your mind of all things. Relax and let your mind go. You walk outside, the ...
Views: 1488 - A Test of Faith - by Submitted on Jul 07, 2011 from Womens Recreation, Inc.Faith, no matter what your belief may be, is a very powerful thing. People have their own ideals about what God truly is and what he/she does. There are days when you get hit with all the bills, then some unexpected things happen, car breaks down, an unexpected doctor bill, etc., and it tests ...
Views: 1487(3 votes) - The Fine Line - by Submitted on Mar 08, 2014 from Womens Recreation, Inc.Mean people hurt others. Good people love others. If you have been through any type of meanness or cruelty you will understand where I am coming from. When someone does something mean to you, your first reaction is to get even, or to try to justify yourself. This is absolutely the worst ...
Views: 1483(1 vote) - As We Grow - by Submitted on Feb 21, 2014 from Womens Recreation, Inc.As we grow our wants and needs change. What suited us in our 20’s and 30’s will not suffice for us in our 50’s or 70’s. We live in an elaborate world, with some of the most beautiful places, the best restaurants, and some of the finest boutiques. When I grew up everything had to match, my ...
Views: 1478 - Release All Expectations - by Submitted on Feb 21, 2014 from Womens Recreation, Inc.When you are comfortable with yourself you release all expectations of others. I say this in part because Valentine’s Day is approaching and there will be many hearts that get broken because they expect others to fulfill their wishes. There is an easy evaluation of this. If you squeeze a ...
Views: 1478 - Dare Yourself to Dream - by Submitted on Dec 12, 2012 from Womens Recreation, Inc.When you care for others you get wrapped up in their world and sometimes forget about your own. It’s ok to step outside your comfort zone and dare yourself to dream, it is very good for your soul. Is your life going the way you intended it to be? Is your daily routine dragging you down? If ...
Views: 1473(1 vote) - Kindness - by Submitted on Jan 28, 2012 from Womens Recreation, Inc.A simple act of kindness goes a long way. It doesn’t matter if it is something huge or something small, it is appreciated. Children are naturally kind to everyone. They learn this while playing and watching adults. Somewhere along the lines our sense of kindness, thoughtfulness either grows ...
Views: 1470(1 vote) - Living Life to the Fullest - by Submitted on Sep 07, 2011 from Womens Recreation, Inc.Some people are missing out on an important part of their life. Usually it takes some traumatic event to awaken the thought. So, let’s go over some of the areas that might be affected. Only you know the solution. 1) Career-Are you where you want to be? This includes the type of ...
Views: 1465(2 votes) - Understanding Negativity - by Submitted on May 30, 2012 from Womens Recreation, Inc.We have all heard from them at one point in our lives or another. You know the ones that think that they are above all others. You know the ones that think that you don’t have a right to succeed if they aren’t. They are the jealous ones; the haters. You will hear from the haters, they will ...
Views: 1465 - A Family - by Submitted on Apr 16, 2015 from Womens Recreation, Inc.As Easter approaches, family and friends will be gathered at the table for Easter dinner. Mom’s prized turkey and Aunt Linda’s delicious casserole will be served. The Easter bunny is there and the Easter Egg Hunt is underway. Laughter and shouts of, “I found one,” can be echoed throughout the ...
Views: 1463(1 vote) - You Inspire Me - by Submitted on Oct 08, 2012 from Womens Recreation, Inc.No matter how near or how far; you inspire me. No matter how rich or how poor you are; you inspire me. No matter what language you speak; you inspire me. No matter the color of your skin; you inspire me. No matter if you have new clothes or if they’re worn thin; you inspire me. No matter ...
Views: 1463(1 vote) - Your Inner Self - by Submitted on Oct 18, 2012 from Womens Recreation, Inc.I have always admired those who always knew what they wanted to do with their life. Some people knew the exact career they wanted to pursue, while others knew the kind of man they wanted to marry, and how many children they wanted to have. Life changes you and sometimes it changes the ...
Views: 1463 - When You Are A Different Energy - by Submitted on May 15, 2012 from Womens Recreation, Inc.We all have opened up a door or two that should have stayed closed. It’s equivalent to dating an old boyfriend/girlfriend, the feelings just aren’t the same. This happens because the energy’s do not mix well. You either have a change of heart and think” it’s been long enough,” or “they’ve ...
Views: 1459 - Passed On - by Submitted on Jul 07, 2011 from Womens Recreation, Inc.It doesn’t matter how old you are, or when you start a new tradition. The important thing is that you start it. Some things are passed down from a long time ago. It could be a personal item, a story, a ceremony, or a family event, to name a few. For some people it is merely the way ...
Views: 1445(1 vote) - Th Conference Room - by Submitted on Aug 14, 2013 from Womens Recreation, Inc.What is being done today effects all of our tomorrows. I say this with joy and a newfound respect for what others do. It is behind closed doors that plans are being made to help others. It is a place where fund-raisers are being organized, budgets are discussed and new programs are being ...
Views: 1444 - The Moment of Truth - by Submitted on Jul 07, 2011 from Womens Recreation, Inc.The moment of truth is that moment when you realize that you can’t run from your fears. When you have to face what it is that you don’t want to face. It is about coming to terms and about letting go of what you don’t need in your life anymore. It might sound like a cliché but it’s the truth. ...
Views: 1443(1 vote) - To Just Be - by Submitted on Sep 16, 2014 from Womens Recreation, Inc.To just be means that you appreciate the moment for what it is. What does it mean to just be? It means to surrender. You have to learn how to just let go and surrender the moment for whatever it is meant to be. We are so busy doing things that it is hard to surrender. When you surrender you ...
Views: 1441 - A Time of Unrest Calls for Rest - by Submitted on Apr 04, 2013 from Womens Recreation, Inc.In response to the threats from N. Korea. When life gets crazy and the ground you’re standing on starts to feel shaky, it is time to rest. When you start to feel anxious, your body naturally wants to respond by taking action, don’t! Take a rest. If life starts to get blurry, take a rest. ...
Views: 1440(2 votes) - The New You! - by Submitted on Feb 21, 2014 from Womens Recreation, Inc.Reinventing yourself is not about getting rid of old ways and ideas. It is about taking away what you need from them; heartbreak, sadness, being stepped on and lied to, and creating a brand new person who sees their self a lot more clearly. The energy around a situation or circumstance is ...
Views: 1438 - Our Energy - by Submitted on May 08, 2013 from Womens Recreation, Inc.Our vibration level changes with the energy that surrounds us. Everything has energy; the past, present and future all have energy of their own. You choose what type of energy you bring forth from an event. For an example, let’s look at a hurtful experience as a bucket full of water. A ...
Views: 1432 - You Are Not Alone - by Submitted on Mar 07, 2015 from Womens Recreation, Inc.Whatever you have gone through or are currently going through, it is very important for you to know that you are not alone. No matter how devastated you feel, you will get through it. When you feel that you can’t take it anymore, you have to realize that you do have options. You have to talk ...
Views: 1425 - Our Energy - by Submitted on Mar 24, 2016 from Womens Recreation, Inc.Sometimes our busy schedule does not allow us to sit and think about how life works because we are too busy living it. There is a natural flow to life; it is about our energy, the energy that surrounds us and that which we choose to absorb. I refer to everything in life as yin and yang. ...
Views: 1409 - A Time to Mourn - by Submitted on Dec 21, 2012 from Womens Recreation, Inc.As time goes by we find ourselves shaking our heads in disbelief more often. It has begun, a time to mourn the loss of our yester years. Our familiarities are fading away with the dawn of each new day. People are changing, the job market has changed, the housing industry has changed; leaving ...
Views: 1407(1 vote) - A Second Chance at Life - by Submitted on Mar 28, 2013 from Womens Recreation, Inc.Your body is a vessel for your soul. It has served you well. When we are called home, it doesn’t matter what our physical body looks like, it has served its purpose. All those vital organs have helped you stay alive. But what happens when you stop breathing, and those vital organs start to ...
Views: 1405(1 vote) - Are You Stressed? - by Submitted on Nov 01, 2015 from Womens Recreation, Inc.What is it that is stressing you? What do you do to reduce your stress level? There are two types of levels that can stress you, world issues and personal issues. The world issues are things that happen all over the world, they can be war, devastation brought on by Mother Nature or economic ...
Views: 1403 - A Wish for You - by Submitted on Dec 21, 2013 from Womens Recreation, Inc.I wish you love, peace and joy. I want to throw in some strength, comfort, and warmth to help you on your journey through life. I also wish you tenderness and hugs, when life gets cold and your struggles get rough. I wish you a trinket box full of all your fondest memories, to call upon when ...
Views: 1402 - You Taught Me - by Submitted on Mar 25, 2013 from Womens Recreation, Inc.You taught me to think about the ramifications of my actions, before I do them. You have taught me so many things throughout my lifetime that the list would be too long. But more importantly than the things you taught me, was the way you made me feel. You made me feel loved, and it is that ...
Views: 1400 - Waiting - by Submitted on Sep 07, 2011 from Womens Recreation, Inc.Sometimes we amaze ourselves by the amount of inner strength that we draw from. Our inner strength guides us with patience and understanding among other things. While we tend to downplay or simply avoid where our strength comes from, we know it’s there. You need to start over, or better yet, ...
Views: 1396(2 votes) - You Deserve Better - by Submitted on Oct 18, 2013 from Womens Recreation, Inc.I’m not here to tell you what you don’t need, I’m here to tell you that you deserve better. You are stopping yourself from moving forward because you can’t get over the hurt that someone close to you has caused you. I’m telling you to stop feeling sorry for yourself. People are meant to come ...
Views: 1393(1 vote) - Become the Person Who Can Move Mountains Part 7 - by Submitted on Mar 03, 2013 from Womens Recreation, Inc.This is part 7 of an 8 part blog series titled, “Become the Person Who Can Move Mountains.” This blog is about Love. Other blogs to follow in this series are: Self-Esteem, Visualization, Knowledge, Patience, Understanding, Giving Back, Love, and Faith & Fear. We all possess important ...
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