What I Want for You...

There comes a point in life when you have to decide for own yourself...what it is that you stand for...what you know to be true...what you believe...what you know is right...There also comes a point in time that you have to step back and really examine your own self....look at your own actions...recognize the example that you are...to your children...to those in your inner circle...as well as those you encounter occasionally...I want my children to see in me...the very things that I want to see reflected in their lives...and that is to...be strong enough to stand on your own two feet...grounded enough in who you are to not be swayed by the criticisms of those that their words are only meant to tear down...not build up...brave enough to face their fears head-on...wise enough to surround themselves with people that are smarter...courageous enough to be willing to stand alone if necessary for what is right...perceptive enough to see the hurt in someone else's eyes without that person ever having to share it...tenderhearted enough to be compelled to help those in need...determined enough to stay on point...focused...unmovable in the face of obstacles...tenacious in fighting the good fight...merciful to that person that needs mercy...forgiving of those that do them wrong...striving to always take the higher road and be the bigger person...even when it hurts to do so...to do all that they do with a spirit of excellence...and to be thankful in all things.

Kristy Turnage
8-01-10