Looking Ahead...

I think this quote in particular is one to live by. 

In life, we all have various relationships and sometimes we get people who treat us well and ones that don't. The thing to remember is that life is too short to knock your head against the wall trying to save the relationships where you are not treated right. Sometimes it is difficult to just forget about the one's who don't but it is more worthwhile to invest your energy in those relationships that do treat you well and acknowledge you, your strengths, weaknesses and that support you. 

How often do we hear people say "everything happens for a reason". Sometimes it is really difficult to understand what that reason is. The thing is that it helps you to see your situation from a more holistic perspective as if there is a destiny for you and ultimately it will be the right thing for you at the right time. 

What I have learned this year is that you don't always get what you want but perhaps there is something better for you. Maybe better relationships, better opportunities, better experiences. And sometimes, we have to be open to destiny taking us on a journey and learning on the way. Sometimes losing people might mean you need to learn forgiveness or loss. Sometimes gaining relationships mean you have something to learn from these people and they have something to add to your life. And sometimes, you don't get what you want because life is not easy. Life is hard work and sometimes you have to work harder than others but with the help of faith, you will realize why this is so in due time. In essence, you need to be patient and reflect on the 'no's' you might receive as they will break you down to build you up to be a better and more prepared individual that will eventually yield a yes.

Remember your worth and never let go. Life is too short for regret so why bother with things that make you unhappy. Follow your passions and your passions will follow you. Always remember to grow and learn from every situation and that whatever roadblocks or opportunities that come your way are there for a reason, and it is up to you to piece the bigger picture together. 

I hope that this quote rings true for you as it does for me. Good luck in your journey and remember it will be worth it if you believe it to be.

~ S
x x x

Slow Dance

"Have you ever watched kids on a merry-go-round?
 Or listened to the rain slapping the ground?
 Ever followed a butterfly's erratic flight?
 Or gazed at at the sun into the fading night?

 You better slow down.
 Don't dance so fast.
 Time is short.

 The music won't last.
 Do you run through each day on the fly?
 When you ask how are you?
 Do you hear the reply?
 When the day is done, do you lie in your bed?
 With the next hundred chores running through your head?

 You'd better slow down.
 Don't dance so fast.
 Time is short.
 The music won't last.

 Ever told your child, we'll do it tomorrow?
 And in your haste, not see his sorrow?
 Ever lost touch, let a good friendship die?
 Cause you never had time to call and say 'hi'.

 You'd better slow down.
 Don't dance so fast.
 Time is short.
 The music won't last.

 When you run so fast to get somwhere,
 You miss half the fun of getting there.
 When you worry and hurry through your day,
 It is like an unopened gift... Thrown away.

 Life is not a race.
 Do take it slower.
 Hear the music.
 Before the song is over."

 This poem was written by a little girl who has terminal cancer. She wishes that as many people read this poem so that they live life to the fullest since she never will.

This is such a beautiful poem with words so astounding. How many times do you say "Hi, how are you?" and actually care what the person's reply is? How many times do you even ask someone how they are? The truth is time is too short to have issues and grudges with people. It seems rather pointless if you consider how much precious time you are wasting when you could rather make happy memories. It is so true that one runs fast to get somewhere. We are all in a rush to have a fantastic career but we lose sight of enjoying the journey.
The way this poem uses music as an analogy of life is beautiful. Life is like a song and when you dance to a song you like, you take it in and enjoy that very moment. The minute you dance too fast, you lose sight of how beautiful that very moment is. Alot of the time, it takes seeing someone less fortunate than you to realise just how fortunate you actually are. Hopefully reading this poem, you realise that YOU are extremely lucky, because there are certain things in YOUR life that other people dream of having. The task here is to reflect and think about what those things are and to be thankful. Having gratitude about all that you have is something that strengthens your soul. If you are angry, don't take it out on other people. If you are jealous, don't take it out on anyone. Rather be grateful for what you do have and what you can do for there is always someone worse off than you.

Much Love <3

XXX