Never Too Late To Dream

"I'm too old...No one in my family...It's too late for me to try..." Fill in the blank. We've heard these messages before. Too often we can find hope in others, but give up on ourselves too quickly. How many times have we let fear stop us from pursing our dreams? Unfortunately women tend to do this more often then men. So we must learn to shut down the negative words we hear from others and especially the negative words we hear in our head. Release the lies and know our truth: Women are Wise, Women are Wonderful and Women are Worthy! Find positive affirmations and post them around the house and in your work cubicle, surround yourself with uplifting people; friends and family who support your vision and take time to pray about the future; planning what you want to achieve in your life. And when no one else will support you, you must encourage yourself. Joshua 1:9 (Living Bible) says, "Yes, be bold and strong! Banish fear and doubt! For remember, the Lord your God is with you wherever you go". It's never too late to dream!

What is Your Legacy?

If your parents are still alive, you are so blessed! Sadly my parents passed away several years ago: Mom in 2005 and Daddy in 2009. I miss them every day; yet, they still live on through me, my siblings, their grandchildren and great-grandchildren. My parents left special memories for our family.

Ephesians 6:1-2 reads, "Children,obey your parents in the Lord; for this is right. Honor your father and your mother..." Although my parents may not be with me physically, I still want to honor their legacy every day by:

1. Living a life that will make them and God proud.

2. Keeping my word as my bond.

3. Giving service to the family, the church and the community.

We have a responsibility to leave an endearing and enduring legacy for the next generation. How will you honor yours?