The young man growth spurt

 https://youtu.be/ktdFOpPjdf4

We often wonder why in the past the children did not like school. Or even now for that matter. Many times, our children are having difficulties connecting and we are so consumed as adults thinking we can relate to them as adults.
I remember when my daughter was around 2 yrs old. I remember the Spirit telling me that we are doing this all wrong. We have been accustomed to relating to our children as adults. It is in err. We are thinking that the child is so advanced that we can just say anything and they will just automatically understand and adjust.
Imagine being in school and your teacher constantly berating you. The young man Angel (puerto rican) obviously must have been adhd. Not advocating drugs though; just knowing that you would deal w/him differently. He needed to be in constant physical activity to learn. Not everyone is the sit down quiet type.
The other young man Clarence (black young one) was dyslexic. The teacher could tell he had a problem but did not know how to address it. He would be so frustrated that he would just pick a fight.
Going to principal's office and having conferences are also added stress for children. The bad reports are not great although the truth needs to be told.
The reason why I'm sitting and writing this long soliloquy is because this gets my heart.
Our young boys are often overlooked to the point where many are abused in a myriad of ways, (sexually, emotionally, physical beats, etc_) and no one seems to bat an eye. Or that's how it translates to them as they observe the girls getting doted over. It makes for a wild upbringing and immature adulting. Many of our young males are stuck somewhere at 8yrs old sometimes; their reasoning only growing most slow from fear. https://youtu.be/ktdFOpPjdf4 

they never do think it's still relevant

Childhood matters, matter. 🤷🏿‍♀️ That's all. 

Proceed

Many times it's good to get some inspiration to assist you on your journey. I thought that this picture was just beautiful. I like that there's a path straight and narrow and it shows that if you keep going; you can get there. Proceed.

It's Highly time to remove the unnecessity to hoard people and things
What I have been personally observing with MySelf is, 'where is the hurt/pain?'
When I'm driving; where is this anger from? Where is the impatience? Why is....?
Is it because it's not in my control? It's not in my control for folk to not be in my way
Some time ago; I reacted to someone's rage. I wanted to control myself and I maintained enough w/o the name-calling. If anything; I encouraged her to get another job. I still couldn't see where I was wrong initially. I do know that sometimes my quick dings may come off short. Definitely not intended and I do make attempt to offer apologies if I catch it quickly. However, the situation accelerated rather immediate and my reaction in it was not very pretty. I know it happens. I know that we are all dealing with life and reality. I just like to be more accountable and my daughter did bear witness and that honestly was the only thing I did not like.
That will be what I'll call one to grow on... le sigh

A Deeper Understanding

'...Now it ain't easy but I don't need no help
I've got a strong will to survive
I've got a deeper love, deeper love
Deeper love inside and I call it....'  Deeper Love recorded by Aretha Franklin

I encourage us all to dig deep

Dig deep w/your eyes closed in your times of privacy.

Privacy is not just sitting w/incense and candles chanting Om/Aum

Privacy is blocking out people at the party

and breathing. Nodding yes to the agreement of YourSelf.

 No one has the jurisdiction to tell you how improper it is. Sometimes it's a brief deep breath while in the midst of conversation. 

The only way someone's word on your action in this is if  you give that permission. Giving them that permission is giving them the power of this very personal thing of you. 

I know this sounds not so good; even if  you were held up in almost the last moments of your lifetime; it is your personal decision to breathe. This standing in your face. Obviously, if caught off guard... one could hope that  you were able in the moment of the unknown...

Let's be mindful in this time of our lives. Find out where it hurts and breathe to heal. Allow the silence - no matter how long or brief to speak. 

Silence does speak volumes..... Don't be afraid. Be vulnerable w/YourSelf. Remember to tell YourSelf . I love You.

as always, these words are intended in love and not hurt. no offense meant.

It Was Said...

It was said 
you weren't going to make it
I'm glad that you didn't listen to them.
I'm glad that you decided to smile big and hearty.
Even through the heartbreaks and aches.

Celebrate Your Incarnation

Happy B'earthday to me

My incarnation that's daily seen

Celebration 

Life lessons

Joyful excitement

in my existing

not always happy feelings

choices can be grilling

still I'm grateful for my living

and I'm dancing....for me