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New Week- For the Mothers Who Are Fathers Too

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Granted, there are men who cannot wait to be fathers; however, there are also those that just walk away. And I’m not saying only men are like this, there are also women who act this way as well. But because Father’s Day just passed, I’d like to take a moment to tell the single mothers out there who are playing both roles, you’re appreciated. To have to strength to do it by yourself, and the courage to be the protector of your family, you deserve a “happy Father’s Day” just as much! We love you, appreciate you, and admire your bravery.

I don’t normally post about my personal life, but this is a special occasion.

Happy Father’s Day to my sister, Katie, who gave birth to my beautiful niece, Brooklyn, ON Father’s Day! Welcome Brooklyn Monroe Lovelis

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New Week- Keep it Movin’

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Life is too beautiful to sit and dwell about mistakes we’ve made. Sure, they weren’t smart, but they happened. What are you going to do? You can’t go back in time and change what happened, but you can learn from it and move forward. No one is perfect, and honestly, thank God for that. How boring would life be if there were perfect people? It’s crazy to say, but it’s the mistakes we make and the experiences we encounter that make it life. Bad relationships, bad friendships, bad choices in our careers- these are all things that are going to shape us to who we want to be. So, when you’ve put yourself (yes, you did it to yourself) in a sh*tty situation, don’t think so negative about it. Because this might be something that was meant to happen, and something better is going to come of it. Be optimistic, live in the now, and appreciate the things you have and not the things you’ve lost.

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New Week- Friend Tips

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So, for some strange reason, I’m that friend people go to for help. Why do I say “strange reason?” Well, because I’m also that friend that never takes their own advice. Sure, I know what to say and when to say it to comfort someone, but I can never apply that advice to myself. I think there is just some part of us that wants to help and be there for other people. Like I’ve said before, I’m that person that puts others before myself. And I’m sure I’m not the only one. It’s in our nature to be the shoulder to cry on for the people we love, and there’s nothing wrong with that. But there needs to come a time in our lives when we stop for a second and listen to ourselves. Listen to what we’re telling our friends. Because they’re not just words of comfort, part of what we’re saying is the truth and we know it. So why won’t we listen to what we’re saying? Life is what you make of it. Show some consistency to yourself, and take your own advice once in a while- make your life a little easier.

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New Week- Stay Strong

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This weekend I attended a baby shower. A shower for a mother who is already doing everything on her own. As sad as that sounds, in today’s world, that’s very common. And I’m not saying dad’s are never around and women have to do it all alone. Because sometimes it’s the opposite; some women don’t want to be mothers when the baby is finally here. Anyway, as I watched her glow in her happiness, I realized that even though it’s hard as a single parent, it seems like it’s double the reward and happiness. As a single parent, you get double the love, double the attention, and double the strength. Sure, there are going to be times you wish you had someone to help you, someone to take turns with changing the dirty diapers, and the crying; But, at the end of the day, as you sit there and reflect how much love and happiness being a parent brings you, you’re going to thank that other person for not being around. This chapter in your life has brought you more strength, more happiness, more wisdom, and more love. So to those who are struggling, or those who know someone who is struggling with being a single parent, rub some dirt in it, chin up, stay strong, and cherish the moments… because this is the greatest gift you’ll ever receive.

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New Week- Love

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Love everything. Love your life, love yourself, love your surroundings, love it all. Do whatever it is that you want to do in life, and love it. There is no one who is going to stop you and tell you that you can’t. And if there is someone that will do that to you, then you need to reevaluate who you associate yourself with. Be around people that are going to make you want to do and be a better person. Love these people and love yourself for who you are. I’ve realized that life is short, and you shouldn’t sit around and hate the things in your life and be bitter about how your life is heading, because whether you believe it or not you can change it and make it better. For me, I live everyday happy. I have a loving family, a loving support system, and I love what I do and who I am and I’m thankful for the people that have influenced and pushed me in life- allowing me to be where I am today. I know now that at any moment we could be taken from where we are in life, so I want my life here on Earth to be all I’ve ever dreamed of and more.

I’d just like to take a moment and thank anyone who has ever influenced me; by doing good and even the bad. Sometimes, it takes a sh*tty situation to make us wake up and realize that we want better for ourselves. So, thank you to everyone…. I am who I am and I love it, and so should you.

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New Week- Accept

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So, I’ve realized that my time is never really spent the way I want it to be spent. My days are long, tiring, and dull. I find myself going through a routine-like weeks; week, after week, after week. And I’ve come to accept the fact that this is how it’s going to be until I do something about it. Which is why it pushes me to work hard, and achieve faster. I’ve had my share of down moments, which I’m sure many of you have had also, and I never want to be in that place again. And I know now that we all start off as a seed. We have to be covered in dirt and soak in some water (tears) to start to grow- we’re all flowers. And the only way we’re going to blossom and grow is with that dirt thrown on us, and with that soaked in water.

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New Week- Build

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Lately I’ve been told “it’s time to build our empire.” And it’s true; why is that so many of us are so eager to go out and find our dream job? Why aren’t we out there creating our dream job? So many of us fear failure, but we don’t realize that that’s part of the process. You have to take the beating once in a while to show you’re worthiness. In this world there are two different types of people: The optimist- whose positive mindset and admiration for life keeps them going and pushes them forward, not wanting to settle for anything less than they’ve ever imagined possible. And then, pessimist who goes through the motions just to get by; the person who lives life just to die. Be the optimist, enjoy the beautiful gift of life and make it something you want, because you only get one chance at it all, so make it a good one.

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New Week- Move Forward

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New week, new you. Right? Wrong. You don’t need to press the restart button on life. Making mistakes is part of life. We learn and grown from our struggles in life. If you didn’t make mistakes, you wouldn’t be who you are today. The person that people love. Take what you’ve got and run with it, whether it be something big or small. Mold it and build your empire, the life you’ve envisioned in your wildest dreams. Life isn’t gonna wait for you, you’re the one that has to keep up with it. And I promise you, those experiences that you thought were a “waste of time,” might come in handy one day. So, moral of the story, don’t regret anything, all the experiences are just pieces to the puzzle.

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New Week- Strive

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Get out of the same routine lifestyle. Do something different this week, get out of your comfort zone. Take a chance and push yourself to do better and be better. If you want something in life, push through and grab it, take it, and run with it. It is possible to make your dreams come true, that’s why life is so beautiful. We can picture and create these lives that we want, and actually have them. If you think you can’t have something in life, you’re wrong. The only thing stopping you from getting what you want in life, is you. Anything is possible, even when it seems impossible. Strive for success, and show those that don’t have the hope and motivation that dreams can really happen for those who really want them to.

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New Week- Loyalty

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Loyalty, what does it mean to you? When people hear this, they instantly think of loyalty in relationships. And sure, it has to do with relationships, but people don’t see how it can be a relationship with yourself. Be loyal to you. Put yourself before others for once; that doesn’t make you selfish. We all deserve to be happy, and do things for ourselves that are going to benefit us in the long run.

Today, so many of us are afraid to let down the people we love; however, we don’t realize that these people love us for who we are; they’re not going to be disappointed in us if we’re striving for success. Accept and appreciate yourself and the struggles you endure. Life won’t stop for you, so chase your dreams and turn them into a reality – even if you think it comes off as selfish.