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I woke up early today, excited over all I get to do before the clock strikes midnight. I have responsibilities to fulfill today. I am important. My job is to choose what kind of day I am going to have.
Today I can complain because the weather is rainy or I can be thankful that the grass is getting watered for free.
Today I can feel sad that I don't have more money or I can be glad that my finances encourage me to plan my purchases wisely and guide me away from waste.
Today I can grumble about my health or I can rejoice that I am alive.
Today I can lament over all that my parents didn't give me when I was growing up or I can feel grateful that they allowed me to be born.
Today I can cry because roses have thorns or I can celebrate that thorns have roses.
Today I can mourn my lack of friends or I can excitedly embark upon a quest to discover new relationships.
Today I can wail because I have to go to work or I can shout for joy because I have a job to do.
I can complain because I have to go to school or eagerly open my mind and fill it with rich new tidbits of knowledge.
Today I can murmur dejectedly because I have to do housework or I can feel honored because the Lord has entrusted treasures into my care.
Today stretches ahead of me, waiting to be shaped. And here I am, the sculptor who gets to do the shaping.
What today will be like is up to me. I get to choose what kind of day I will have!
I hope your day is as good as mine will be!
Wednesday, February 25, 2009
Monday, February 16, 2009
Here is a Question to Ponder
A friend shared this with me and I hope it brightens your day as it did mine.
What if... Every day I will wake, look at myself in the mirror and say:
"There is no justice. I may be the victim of many unfortunate circumstances in life of which I have no control over. Regardless, I will not make excuses. I will not whine and complain. I will not feel sorry for myself. No!
Instead, I will find solutions! I will encourage others around me to think more positively. Most importantly, I will reconcile myself to a life of action, the kind of action that will set an example for others to emulate.
I will push myself beyond the limits of what I felt was possible before. I will remember the phrase: 'If I believe I can, or if I believe I can't; I'm probably right!'
I will not be afraid to take the challenge. Because of that, I can.
I WILL SUCCEED!!!"
One more thing if you are looking for a tenacious, competitive and results oriented person to lead a Sales Team then we must talk further. Thank you for reading and remember Great Days don’t just happen they are made.
What if... Every day I will wake, look at myself in the mirror and say:
"There is no justice. I may be the victim of many unfortunate circumstances in life of which I have no control over. Regardless, I will not make excuses. I will not whine and complain. I will not feel sorry for myself. No!
Instead, I will find solutions! I will encourage others around me to think more positively. Most importantly, I will reconcile myself to a life of action, the kind of action that will set an example for others to emulate.
I will push myself beyond the limits of what I felt was possible before. I will remember the phrase: 'If I believe I can, or if I believe I can't; I'm probably right!'
I will not be afraid to take the challenge. Because of that, I can.
I WILL SUCCEED!!!"
One more thing if you are looking for a tenacious, competitive and results oriented person to lead a Sales Team then we must talk further. Thank you for reading and remember Great Days don’t just happen they are made.
Thursday, February 5, 2009
Giving Back
Winston Churchill said,” We make a living by what we get, we make a life by what we give.” In the Bible Paul teaches, “…the person who plants a little will have a small harvest, but the person who plants a lot will have a big harvest. Each of you should give as you have decided in your heart to give. You should not be sad when you give, and you should not give because you feel forced to give.” So why give? By helping other, I have found it gives a clarity, purpose and direction in my life.
One of my wife’s friends, Lisa who lives in Chicago, was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis. As her condition deteriorated, her husband could not continue to live up to his wedding vows (in sickness and in health) and left. Being in Houston made it difficult for my wife and I to do much for her. Some friends told me about the MS150, a bike tour from Houston to Austin to raise money for MS. I decided: I would be Lisa’s champion and enter this event and ride in her honor. How hard could it be, it’s a bicycle! I don’t have to run or walk. Being overweight, I thought I could get in shape too. Once the training rides started, I quickly realized that I was in over my head. Not only did I tell all of my friends, family and associates but I told Lisa and her family. It was too late, no turning back. This was one of those defining moments in my life. Knowing that I couldn’t do it, I was determined to prove myself wrong. I trained 5-7 days a week. My driving force came from knowing that the pain I was experiencing was nothing compared to what Lisa was going through on a daily basis. How I suffered and knowing how Lisa was suffering gave me clarity, purpose and direction. She needed someone to stand up for her and face adversity with her. I am glad that I was there and used for that purpose. I did it and I survived and I have been continuing to ride in this event, in honor of Lisa, for the last 4 years.
To be loved, you have to love. It’s your chance to Pay It Forward. Help a friend, coworker or stranger down on their luck. Find a cause and be a champion for that cause. You will experience blessings that money can’t buy and meet people along the way that will change your life. Try it today. Do something unexpected for someone and start changing the world.
To learn more about MS or make a donation please visit:
Click Here or copy and past http://main.nationalmssociety.org/goto/EdHenderson
Great Days don't just happen, Make it a Great Day.
One of my wife’s friends, Lisa who lives in Chicago, was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis. As her condition deteriorated, her husband could not continue to live up to his wedding vows (in sickness and in health) and left. Being in Houston made it difficult for my wife and I to do much for her. Some friends told me about the MS150, a bike tour from Houston to Austin to raise money for MS. I decided: I would be Lisa’s champion and enter this event and ride in her honor. How hard could it be, it’s a bicycle! I don’t have to run or walk. Being overweight, I thought I could get in shape too. Once the training rides started, I quickly realized that I was in over my head. Not only did I tell all of my friends, family and associates but I told Lisa and her family. It was too late, no turning back. This was one of those defining moments in my life. Knowing that I couldn’t do it, I was determined to prove myself wrong. I trained 5-7 days a week. My driving force came from knowing that the pain I was experiencing was nothing compared to what Lisa was going through on a daily basis. How I suffered and knowing how Lisa was suffering gave me clarity, purpose and direction. She needed someone to stand up for her and face adversity with her. I am glad that I was there and used for that purpose. I did it and I survived and I have been continuing to ride in this event, in honor of Lisa, for the last 4 years.
To be loved, you have to love. It’s your chance to Pay It Forward. Help a friend, coworker or stranger down on their luck. Find a cause and be a champion for that cause. You will experience blessings that money can’t buy and meet people along the way that will change your life. Try it today. Do something unexpected for someone and start changing the world.
To learn more about MS or make a donation please visit:
Click Here or copy and past http://main.nationalmssociety.org/goto/EdHenderson
Great Days don't just happen, Make it a Great Day.
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