Lavonne G. Gifford, LE

Well we’re about two weeks into 2011, and already I feel the relief of closing out 2010.  What a year!  I know for many it posed a myriad of challenges… myself included.  Bitter~sweet. 

As I weaved and bobbed throughout each day, I found myself becoming very aware of some of life’s lessons ~ whether I wanted to learn them or not. It was time. 

I began to attach them to little phrases, quotes, and sayings…and before I knew it, I had a list.  Some we’ve all heard before, and some may be new to you.  Either way, these were the meaningful things I’ve learned to be true throughout 2010… take them in stride or meditate on the meaning that each one holds for you.  But these things I know…

Sometimes you have to lose to win ~ God has a great sense of humor ~ When in doubt, don’t ~ Our feet were put on forward, not backward, for a reason ~ Every day is a gift ~ What other people think of you is none of your business ~ God is always good ~ We are our worst critics ~ Never stop dreaming ~ What you resist, persists ~ Once you know, you know ~ No one is coming to save you! ~ God has a plan for me (& you) ~ You can only avoid yourself for so long ~ Not everyone is good ~ Pray without ceasing ~ It really is about the journey, not the destination ~ Our God is a God of restoration and new beginnings ~ If you think something is missing in your life, it’s probably you ~ We attract what we are, not what we want ~ Let go and let God ~ Don’t let anyone who doesn’t love you, tell you the so-called truth about yourself ~ Stay soft and gentle and you will endure ~ I am so blessed ~ You teach people how to treat you ~ The quality of your life is going to be determined in large measure by the relationships you choose to establish ~ When you acknowledge what has been given you, you open the door to receiving more. And last but not least…When you don’t know what to do, just put your underwear on first! (thanks, Maureen )

Happy 2011 Everyone! 

Namaste,

Lavonne