First of all, you may ask, why are you so interested in what is going on with the City of Detroit, you don't live there? Well, besides the fact that I have lots of friends and relatives that live there, I am concerned for them, but I am vested in the city in that portions of my livelihood comes from the city and up to this year was a home owner. Speaking of being a home owner, how many times have I had to go downtown to pay fees for things that was not my responsibility and had nothing to do with me. When I showed up in court with photos was proven that even by the Judge's mouth that fair is fair, no way could you say the violations were connected to my rental property.(Thanks to shows like Judge Mathis). The case was thrown out, but look at the expense I had to go thru to have to show up in court. Then there were times when I did not feel like fighting or unable to go to court, just paid the fine. How many other senior citizens are caught up in this and other situation, who don't know how to fight or doesn't have the strength.
I was known in my youth, if you see a good fight, jump in. Which bring me to the vice-president elect, a woman who I admire, and respect and brings out the unregenerate Ernestine in me. Yes indeed, she is the woman I would have been...... B.C. It is something in her voice that makes me want to stop cooking, eating lunch and just listen. There is something in the things she says that want to say, you go girl! Yes, indeed, she is who I would have become, BUT God...
All of this happened in this past week, and I am so grateful to report that I feel like going on and continuing the journey that I am on...I am not throwing in the towel, not quitting, not giving up, and not becoming so stressed that I can't function. Thank God for an off/on switch to the television!
Even before the week is over I see this charismatic, articulate, charming young mayor, who is the age of my oldest daughter, with great opportunity to be everything he spoke; yet when told he had to give a confession for his plea deal, stood up and stumbled over the words he read. While on his way to jail, stating Detroit has set him up for a comeback. Then in addition to that gave the former Mayor of Detroit a back hand slap, and downright tore down bridges he and the Governor had built down thru the years. Blaming others and assuming no responsibility for any of his actions. Now was this arrogance or ignorance?! Someone said, ignorance, when voluntary, is criminal. Also, another said, there is no more terrible sight than ignorance in action.
Just with these activities in this week, not talking about any of the people that are affected by the choices of leaders and future leaders, and the personal problems of friends and love ones that are right in your circle, and your own personal challenges on a daily basis, it's enough to make a girl want to lose her mind, as Dolly Parton said in 9 to 5. There were time I almost wanted to scream, STOP THE WORLD - I WANT TO GET OFF!
In spite of all of this we must assume responsibility for our well being or the lack thereof. We must realize that when we make a choice, we don't have to fail, because we can make another choice. The following is something I received from a plaque on my homeopathic's wall which I have used this week to help me to stay focused, and balanced and I want to share it with you.
Never lie, cheat or steal, always strike a fair deal. Open your eyes and see things as they really are, practice make perfect. Quitters never win and winners never quit in improving yourself. Read, study and learn about everything important in your life - Stop Procrastinating! Take control of your own destiny, understand yourself in order to better understand others. Visualize it, want it more than anything, Xcellerate your efforts.
You and I are unique of all God's creations, nothing can replace YOU or I. Zero in on your target and go for it! Avoid negative sources, people, places, things and habits. Believe in yourself, consider things from every angle, don't give up and don't give in. Enjoy life today, yesterday is gone, tomorrow may never come. All we have is today, cash on hand, and tomorrow is a promissory note and yesterday is a canceled check.
Family and friends are hidden treasures, seek them and enjoy their riches. Give more than you planned to, hang on to your dreams. Ignore those that try to discourage you. JUST DO IT!!! Keep trying no matter how hard it seems, it will get easier, love yourself first and most. Make it Happen.
Now to all of you that says this is new age, who knows, it is not my intent, you judge. It was good to me, and I KNOW who I am, most of all whose I am. These are my opinons, and I'm sticking to them, what's yours?
Finally, everyone is coining the phrase, God Bless America, don't you think it's time for America to Bless God?!?!
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