Showing posts with label strength. Show all posts
Showing posts with label strength. Show all posts

Saturday, April 18, 2015

It Can't Rain Forever

Have you ever looked back at your life and noticed that you did get through the horrible storm you faced? The exact one that gave you the mindset that life would never get better again. I've been that type of person, the one who says "I'll never be happy again; I will never get through this." I was wrong!! Yesterday I had a post all written out and ready to go and when I was reading the rough draft to my husband he made me realize that I left one important detail out. I AM HAPPY!! 

In that post I was too busy bashing and wishing karma would take its course on those that have hurt me and as I read it to him he stopped me and said "it sounds like you want to leave me and are still miserable."  The truth is that I'm not miserable. Yesterday I had too much time on my hands and that left my mind to think, which resulted in me having a miserable day. I sat and wrote while tears flowed, blood boiling with anger and pain causing my heart to break all over again. I was having a pity part and it was a good one!! After I was done I felt refreshed, I was no longer mad and it was as if my soul was cleansed. I had to let it all out, relive that horrible storm and when it was all done I embraced the rainbow above me. 

I felt that I need to explain something to my readers and especially to my husband. I've written about some dark stuff, it's all real and there are no exaggerations in any of my posts. What you read is what my heart has felt, what I have survived. I went into this whole blogging thing with the courage and promise to myself that I would be completely honest with my readers. Whether it's two readers or two-thousand, there would be nothing but pure honesty. I may write about some pretty heavy stuff and I may even sound bitter or miserable but I am happy at this very moment.

I write about my dealings with infidelity, I live day by day and the truth is that I share what I have been through so that I can leave it behind me. I would be lying if I said that I was "over it" all, I don't think I'll ever be completely healed or can ever forget it all. I am human, I have days that I sit and worry about my husband's intentions, days I cry over the pain I've felt and there are even times I get angry at him because of what he has done to me. Since starting this blog I have fewer and fewer days like that...thank God! I know that sounds crazy because one would think that reliving the pain from the past would cause me to not be able to move forward but it actually helps. It's a release of emotions and once I let it all out I can in a sense bury it.  

There are times I share my current feelings and thoughts but they don't mean I am unhappy in my marriage. I didn't realize until my husband pointed it out to me that I may be giving that impression. Or that people may be asking "why do you stay with him if you're so miserable?" I'm not, I am the happiest I have been in a long time. The storm has passed and we made it out...together!! I use my dark days as a chance to help others that may be in their storm right now to see that they will get through it. It may not end today but one day you will look back and see that you made it too. It gets better; you just have to be patient. I never thought I would be happy again but I am. I survived it and so will you!! 

Wednesday, December 31, 2014

Happy New Year


Goodbye 2014!!

It's been a year of ups and downs but as with any trials I have faced I have kept my head up and rid my life of anything that drags me down. People included! I have worked far too hard to be where I am and I will keep fighting to ensure I remain on top. 

There have been some low points that I have endured this past year and like all the others they have taught me that life is too precious to dwell on the bad. Instead I try to focus on what is truly important and what needs to happen in my life and within myself to keep going. This year I have seen a different side of some people that I once considered a “friend” and sadly relatives are part of that list. It’s amazing how a person’s true colors will show when things are not picture perfect. I have learned that those who really do care about you will be by your side and lift you up as opposed to knocking you down. 

The high points from this year include developing new relationships with people that bring something positive to my life. I have seen who still offers their love and support to me and my family.Those individuals will always hold a special place in my heart.

This past year I have grown so much and have found peace within myself. I still have a long way to go but I will get there and be a better person because of it. My children are happy, healthy and just plain PERFECT!! The relationship between my husband and I has flourished and we are growing as a couple each day. We have tried to remain close and more understanding of each other’s wants and needs. I have seen such a positive change on his part and I am so proud of him! I have waited a long time for that person to show his face again.

An unexpected blessing in my life has been this blog. I took a risk and it has paid off in so many positive ways. I did not expect it to be anything other than an opportunity to reach just one person. My pain and suffering has been a blessing in disguise and I am so blessed to have the chance to share my story with anyone that comes across it. Although I wish I had a happier subject I am glad that I can allow others to see that no matter what we may face in our relationships we can turn the negatives into positives.

My wish for anyone reading this is that no matter what 2014 may have thrown your way you see how far you have come and how much you have grown because of it. This coming year let us not dwell on what our lives are missing, but rather focus on what is right in front of us. Slow down and embrace the joy in each and every moment. 

Have a very safe and happy 2015!! 

Saturday, November 29, 2014

Strength vs Courage

I recently had a very dear friend tell me that she could learn something from me when it comes to courage. I sat and thought about her words, and whether or not I believe that I have courage. I know I am strong but I don't see myself as courageous. When I think of the word, I see it as being brave, facing your fear and not being afraid to fight against all odds.

I came across this poem and wanted to share it with you. I read it and let the words sink in and you know what I discovered? Maybe I am strong AND courageous. I just need to believe in myself as my friend believes in me.


Strength Vs Courage 

1. It takes strength to be firm. 
It takes courage to be gentle. 

2. It takes strength to stand guard. 
It takes courage to let down your guard. 

3. It takes strength to conquer. 
It takes courage to surrender. 

4. It takes strength to be certain. 
It takes courage to have doubt. 

5. It takes strength to fit in. 
It takes courage to stand out. 

6. It takes strength to feel a friend's pain. 
It takes courage to feel your own pain. 

7. It takes strength to hide your own pains. 
It takes courage to show them. 

8. It takes strength to endure abuse. 
It takes courage to stop it. 

9. It takes strength to stand alone. 
It takes courage to lean on another. 

10. It takes strength to love. 
It takes courage to be loved. 

11. It takes strength to survive. 
It takes courage to live. 


[ Author Unknown --