We live in a world where we can choose to SUPER size many things. 🏙🍔
There are superhighways. China has one that has 56 lanes going in each direction. At a fast-food drive-thru, they’d ask if you want to supersize a soda. The Super Bowl is a yearly event looked forward to and watched by fans on and off the field. Advertisers pay exorbitant amounts of money to air their commercials.
The half time show is loaded with superstars, and memorable ads, whether or not there is a wardrobe malfunction. Bigger is not always better. Ask almost anybody before they step on the scale. Control the size of your world: the obligations and food on your plate, and last but not least, your time. ⏳https://buff.ly/2LWwSaR
Homeowners are familiar with the term “curb appeal" 🏡🤯
Hours and shocking amounts of money are invested to accomplish this goal. Have you seen the price of plants, lawn care, and seasonal decorations lately? SHOCKING, but many of us do it year after year.
Our reasons run the full gambit of why’s or maybe's. They’re really just excuses. These range from wanting to put our best foot forward, to what will the neighbors think, and then the old "there’s a lot of money tied up here".
We do a version of this exercise when it comes to our appearances. Think make up, jewelry and our fancy clothes. How many of us put the same thought, time and care into decorating our insides? Those are the important things that last an eternity.
Don’t allow the pursuit of worldly possessions to become an obsession. Its appetite is insatiable. You define how you spend your time here on earth.
Don’t waste an hour, minute or second. The clocks a-ticking ⏳
Spoiler alert! This has nothing to do with money, that would be too easy 🙅‍💵
Time to do a life audit. What’s the balance in your savings account? Are you living within your means, or are you spending more assets than you have?
Regardless of your religious affiliations, and beliefs, tithing is universally taught and encouraged. As generous as your heart wants to be, you can not give what you do not have.
Budget your time, love and fellowship. These riches are immune to the all mighty dollar. They can only be paid with your presence and a caring heart đź’—https://buff.ly/2LWwSaR
Your bodies are fully equipped with all you need. 🙏💕
By now we have all heard the expression, “Two heads are better than one.” Well, we each arrived with one of those. A mouth, for kissing loved ones, words of encouragement, and perfectly designed for a smile. That simple gesture can make someone day.
We have two shoulders. Offer one to anyone who needs one to cry on. Use the other to offer support, and rebalance someone’s when life gets a bit topsy-turvy. And never underestimate the power of your two hands. Whether they are clapping, cooking or cuddling, hands are the way to reach out and touch someone.
Don’t be stingy, I have never met a person that has had too many hugs 🤗 buff.ly/2LWwSaR
Wouldn’t it be nice if our bodies came with some of the same features as our phones do?
I for one would love a “DELETE” button. Some experiences, exchanges and unfortunate situations would be better off deleted.
How about an “END” button? With a mere press of a button, an argument or distressing conversation is over. Ahh quiet...and once again there is peace in your kingdom.
And let’s not forget my favorite: the “OFF” button. Everyone’s life gets overwhelming. If only we could stop the world and get “OFF” for a minute.
I can’t tell you how much pleasure telling SIRI to go to sleep has brought me over the years. Don’t you wish we had one of those when we were raising our kids?
Challenge yourself every time the opportunity arises. 💪🏅
It may be a new job, sport or talent. Never underestimate the emotional or spiritual ones. Address all your trials and tribulations. We all have them. They are future skills yet to be awakened!
Poke the Bear! Have you been hibernating in the comfort of your “KNOWN”? Get up, get out of bed, and drag a comb across your head. Dress your body and mind for success. You have everything you need to make it.
Believing it is the first step to success. If all you hear in your mind and ears is “you can’t”, you won’t. You can hear a thousand Nos, but you only need one yes. Tell yourself “I got this!” and all that’s left for you to do is to enjoy the ride. buff.ly/2LWwSaR
We don’t always have the answers to the questions asked. No one does!
Go find it, and keep searching. Focus on the pursuit of truth. The wisdom you admire in anyone was not earned coasting in neutral. Ask yourself, “How important is finding the answer to me?"
Put the pedal to the metal. If you’re stuck in the mud, take your foot off the gas. All you’re doing at this point is spinning your wheels, and digging yourself in deeper. Ask for a helping hand. 🙏💞https://buff.ly/2LWwSaR
Navigating the Teenage Years | Cathy Tolk | Inspirational Blog
Navigating the Teenage Years | Cathy Tolk | Inspirational Blog
Navigating the teenage years is no easy task. Where did the time go? It feels like yesterday you were teaching them to walk and talk.Stop only fantasizing about the future. Start today, right here and right now. ⏳
Life marches on with or without us. Stop taking the safe way out. Stand up, use your voice and dare to believe in your dreams. If you don’t believe in them, how do you expect anybody else to? Indecision is a decision. Doing nothing is a choice. Have faith in yourself.
You’ve made it this far, after all! 💪https://buff.ly/2LWwSaR
Check out my latest blog as I talk about the joy of having a granddaughter!
A Little Southern Humanity - Cathy Tolk
It’s such a special moment when one of your children does something that makes you proud. I would quickly look in Andrew’s direction if he was there, and without saying a word, we both knew exactly what we were thinking. We used no words, our silent eye exchange said it all.