I found this photo of me in an old album and this photo of Lela around that same time. I assume we are about the same age. Around 28 years ago this was who I was, having no idea how blessed I would feel looking back on my youth. Now as a mother, I often find myself in mini parent panic attacks….
“How can I teach my children all they need to know, in time enough to know it, in a positive way, so they can thrive? Will I be a good great example, will I surround them with unconditional love, will I ever be enough, to prove to them they are enough? What if they never believe me, like on the big things, like looking both ways, and laughter and dancing and Jesus?
While searching for this quote, I found the more lengthy one below and wanted to share them both with my kids and with you.
“You alone are enough. You have nothing to prove to anybody.”
― Maya Angelou
“I’ve learned that no matter what happens, or how bad it seems today, life does go on, and it will be better tomorrow. I’ve learned that you can tell a lot about a person by the way he/she handles these three things: a rainy day, lost luggage, and tangled Christmas tree lights. I’ve learned that regardless of your relationship with your parents, you’ll miss them when they’re gone from your life. I’ve learned that making a “living” is not the same thing as making a “life.” I’ve learned that life sometimes gives you a second chance. I’ve learned that you shouldn’t go through life with a catcher’s mitt on both hands; you need to be able to throw something back. I’ve learned that whenever I decide something with an open heart, I usually make the right decision. I’ve learned that even when I have pains, I don’t have to be one. I’ve learned that every day you should reach out and touch someone. People love a warm hug, or just a friendly pat on the back. I’ve learned that I still have a lot to learn. I’ve learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.”
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Maya AngelouI’m thankful I never have to do anything alone.
