Mind full/Mindful.

We are often mind full instead of mindful. Thoughts are just products of our minds. They are a part of ourselves, but they do not define us. We don’t have to control our thoughts. We just have to stop letting them control us.

L.I.F.E (repost)

To understand LIFE better, you have to go to 3 locations:

1. Hospital,
2. Prison &
3. Cemetery.

At the Hospital, you will understand that nothing is more beautiful than HEALTH.

In the Prison, you’ll see that FREEDOM is the most precious thing.

At the Cemetery, you will realize that life is worth nothing. The ground that we walk on today will be our roof tomorrow.

Let us, therefore, remain humble and be grateful. One step at a time, one day at a time, one obstacle at a time. ♥️

Push through.

This plant had been pushing its way through to continue growing towards the light. It made me think of the many, many people who have obstacles thrown their way and how so many of them choose to keep fighting and “grow through their darkness. That a person, who is acted on by forces seemingly much stronger than themselves, can in fact break through and continue to grow despite whatever tried to bury them. You never know how strong you can be until being strong is the only choice you have left and see the light of day once again. Nature’s resilience is amazing. People’s resilience is too. Grow through what you go through.💕

Empty Nest

As a parent, I always prayed and dreamed of my children transitioning from school/college and blossoming into these amazing, strong, independent, human beings. Learning new skills, Making every use of their God given talents wisely and work on doing what they really love, jobs that would give them total satisfaction at the end of the day.

Well, after, all the prayers have been answered and dreams coming true, the children did finally grow up, schooling and college done with. Got good Jobs which took them far far away from home across the seas. Suddenly finding the nest really empty, as a mama bird very happy that her babies had flown the nest. The family was never th same again, each finding new identities, each learning to cope and find their way in the world, coping in their own individual way. Yes I am still their mum, I just felt overwhelmed and a deep emptiness that is so hard to fill. Home is just not the same anymore. Knowing they are living a life without me in it while I am still figuring out how to live mine without them. They were, are and always will be my whole entire world.
we do communicate regularly. Via social networking, staying in touch has never been easier. Yes it’s not the same as a face-to-face conversation, the laughter and fun hugs and kisses etc… but at least I know they are happy and safe. I am now experiencing the empty nest syndrome with mixed emotions one day at a time.

The friendly hand behind the trigger.

I’m sure many of us have been through times where this has happened. We are betrayed by someone we once trusted and believed in, and that we thought trusted and believed in us. Then we find out later that this person WE would have literally taken a bullet for, is the one standing behind the trigger. Betrayal by anyone we once cared about is one of the most heartbreaking things to recover from. It becomes even harder, when that person goes on to do all they can to slander you and try to paint a picture of you that couldn’t be farther from the truth of who you are. First and foremost, you have to accept the fact that you can’t control the lies other people will tell about you, and the more you try to, the more frustrated you will become. Remember that the only thing you do control is how you react to their lies. Don’t ever stoop to their level. As long as you know God knows you, then you don’t need to worry about anyone else’s opinion of you because God is the only one with a perfect knowledge of who you are and what you’ve done…everyone else is just guessing on hearsay. God is the only one equipped to pass righteous judgement on you and thank heavens for that! One great lesson that we can learn from the unfair treatment we receive from others, and that is: Never allow yourself to judge someone else by the negative opinion of others! Recognize how horrible it made YOU feel when someone judged you unfairly or when believed the  slander about you. When you hear someone spreading lies or sharing mean gossip about someone else, stop yourself from taking their word for it. Always remember that you shouldn’t believe the unkind things you hear about someone are true just because someone with venom toward them said they are.

“What’s that?… You heard a bunch of stories about me? From someone who hates me….Go figure.”
Never look down on someone, only God sits that high.

Which One word describes your writing style?

I think this is a fun way to get to know all the fellow bloggers on our list. Which ONE word describes your writing style.

Mine is 💞IMPROMPTU💞

Shaz xoxo

Bubbles of life.☯️

Like bubbles we float higher and higher everyday, waiting for that inevitable moment, when we fade away and become one with the universe, knowing there were no could’ves, should’ves, would’ves or regrets, as we travel through the time, we took for granted. So, before you burst out of your shell and blend in with the stars, make sure you do, see and say all that you have been longing to accomplish. Empty your bucket list of dreams and cherish every precious memory you make along the way. Before you yourself become a memory. Leave behind you, a trail, of your well spent life, that is etched deep in the hearts of your loved ones left behind. When your name echoes, bringing smiles of remembrance and stories of you to be told, for generations to come. 

©️Shaz xoxo

Everything YET Nothing.

Having life yet no love

Having breath yet lifeless

Having family yet lonely

Having money yet needy

Having health yet dying

Having sight yet blinded

Having God yet faithless

Having everything yet nothing.

Empty Womb👶

The magical moment of womanhood, is carrying a baby in your womb, Realizing it’s just a pipe dream, makes you feel like an empty tomb.

(I apologize if this post hurts people’s sentiments or feelings, it is one of the sensitive elephants in the room that needs to be set free and discussed) Adoption is an option that needs to be considered and explored. So many unwanted children are out there in the world, craving for a home to live in and parents to shower them with the kind of love, they still don’t know exists. Instead of carrying a baby in your tummy, you can carry one in your heart. Spreading joy, hope and love, saving lives, one child at a time. Making a difference in bringing excitement,satisfaction, fulfillment and meaning to your lives. 💞

©️Shaz xoxo

Gobsmacked with the love shown to me.💞

Wow!!! Its been less than a month and 200+ followers. When I started this blog, I was pretty darned nervous about my posts, wondering whether, people would like my style of writing. As being Human goes I was filled with  a self doubt and fear that my kind of writing won’t appeal to some. I must say I am humbled my dear friends for all the likes, comments, support and love shown by all of you my fellow bloggers. Hugs💞

Shaz xoxo