Once I was honest with myself, it was much easier to be honest with others. If I value myself, I value the people that I keep around me, therefore I want to tell them the truth. If someone is offended by the truth or I lose friends because I am honest, so be it. 6 months ago
How I did it: During a long journey and slow process, I have built a relationship with God and I see daily how He works in my life. I have learned to pray, surrender, be still and have faith and my life has transformed and continues to improve every day because of my growth and maturity. Read how I did it… 12 months ago
How I did it: Get to know myself. Set higher standards for myself and how others treat me.Spend time in places that people with good standards will be.My spiritual journey also plays a huge part in finding new friends and my confidence in meeting new people. I feel good about what I have going on in my life, so I have something to talk about when I encounter people. Read how I did it… 12 months ago
I officially have a hammock and small garden, right outside my bedroom patio door! The hammock is even better than the one I’d imaginged, it’s large enough for me and my youngest daughter (and maybe my older one if she ever wanted to) to snuggle up on together. The garden is just a garden container, it’s all I have time for with full time +1 one extra class, three kids and two step kids and everything else. I’ve planted peppers, basil and tomatoes! I can’t wait to pick them. We’ve already used the basil. YUM!!! 23 months ago
How I did it: I had confidence in myself, to begin with. I got blessed with a man who is confident, motivated, a hard worker and honest. We have had tough times, but we are both the type who want to talk things out and work on our relationship rather than just part ways because one of us doesn't get exactly what we want. We listen to each other and try to respect the others opinion. We have both grown tremendously and changed in many ways. We have matured together, with the help of each other and gained respect for each other as we get to know one another and all the quirks we have. It is a true story of falling in love, slowly. I have hated him at points because he has been blunt and honest, but in the end his honesty has made me a better person, so I respect him for it. Im confident he feels the same about me, as I have done the same thing with him. He has dated girls in the past who were hung up on the fact that he was so good looking or that he was an athlete and they didn't really have the depth or desire to really get to know him and what really made him tick. I previously dated guys that took for granted my generousity and good hear but he has never done that. He treats me like a lady and spends time with me, takes me out at least once a week and has helped my kids improve their attitudes toward me, school and life in general. I'm blessed to have him in my life and he is blessed to have me in his. We are no doubt meant for each other. Read how I did it… 23 months ago
I’m not sure if you are aware of paperbackswap.com but it is an excellent site. I have a hard time getting rid of books that I really enjoyed reading, but knowing I can trade them for other books helps ease the seperation anxiety. Just a suggestion ;) 23 months ago
I’ve decided this is a long, long term goal. It is something I see myself doing when my kids are grown up and I am a middle aged woman with more patience and kindness to offer. Right now I love sleep too much to be at anybody’s over night birth ;) 23 months ago
It is definately an ongoing process, but I have significantly improved my self confidence. I succeeded in making it through a semester in school with A’s, B’s and one C (full time- 4 classes)... I have gained more respect from my children by being more assertive with them and standing my ground, also by setting a good example for them and giving them more reason to admire me. I have room to improve in the area of my appearance, as I feel I need to get into better shape, but overall I feel good about myself and my progress in life! 23 months ago
I will graduate this December with my Associate’s Degree and will then transfer to a four year college (still deciding) but I’m soooooo excited and proud!!!! I can see the light at the end of the tunnel. 23 months ago
