The Ladybug

The Heartbeat  "We engage in several physical activities to exercise our heart such as walking, running, and aerobics to promote better health. Why not try exercising with a new program, by extending our hands and hearts with love and kindness towards others? Something wonderful happens. Our spirits are changed and healed. We become happier and more peaceful. With every heartbeat, we can see how much good we can do for others in the process. Today, I will listen to the beat of my heart to help humankind."                                                                              ...

An Open Invitation   "Opportunities come to us every day, but often we don’t recognize them. We get invitations to social parties, networking events but we’re too tired or lazy to respond or we choose not to attend. Who knows, we could have missed the chance of a lifetime. We’re distracted by social media, job pressures, family matters, and our to do lists to the point it’s difficult to focus on what’s going around us that we fail to acknowledge the little things that keeps us grounded and brings the most joy. We miss out on opportunities to create new relationships and explore different things because we’re too busy. Today, I will say yes to the invitation I received, start planning for a brighter future and explore other opportunities."                                      ...

Break an Egg “You can’t make a decent omelet without breaking an egg” is an old cliché. Sometimes we may have to make difficult decisions in order to create something new. Individuals who want to start a business may have to sacrifice the security of a steady income and insurmountable time. Individuals who want to end dead end relationships may have to break ties and say, “Farewell.” Today, I’m no longer apprehensive of breaking a few eggs to accomplish positive outcomes in my life. I realize that if I act in a positive manner and persevere, I know that I’m capable of making the right choices.”                                                                ...

Seeing is Believing “Some things are only possible to accept after witnessing them first hand. Do you see what I see? At times, we get annoyed because we neglect to see things that are staring before our very eyes. It’s called reality. On occasions, I’ve created deceptions in my mind by accepting what I’ve heard as opposed to going to see for myself. Presently, I’ve realized this important fact, as I resolve to look around me to see with my own eyes. Today, I see things clearly and in an unexpected way.”                                                                                ...

"Say Cheese" “A smile can send a powerful message of communication. A smile gives pleasant thoughts to the mind. It gives a sense of serenity and peace. It shows a desire to communicate with an open heart. A sincere smile is like an outstretched hand, a bridge that another person can cross to reach you. Today, I recognize the power of a smile. I smile to break through barriers of detachment and create ties of compassion and friendship. Smiles are contagious. When you smile, other individuals will smile back at you.”                                                                                                                      -Darlena Swann

Message in a Bottle “I am here to create connections with other people and communicate. Communication isn’t restricted but a two way street. It involves sending and receiving messages. Through communication, we can overcome loneliness, eliminate confusion and tensions. Communication permits us to exchange information, express our feelings and touch the lives of others in an amazing way. Today, I’ll listen and adjust my method of communication to ensure I can contact the individual I need to reach.”                                                                                                          -Darlena Swann

Solitude “When I am separated from everyone else, I can hear myself. I can find my own particular space, collect my thoughts, and experience my inner peace. Presently, I search for moments of solitude that bring me a sense of calmness, serenity and put me in contact with my inner spirit. I no longer attempt to maintain a strategic distance from solitude, but embrace it like getting acquainted with an old friend.”                                                                                               ...