My Favorite Quotes

We are living in such a chaotic world, finding peace can sometimes be challenging.  We are always racing against time that we are losing ourselves. I have learned that nobody can prevent me from finding my peace.  Once, I realized that peace comes from within,...

Summer is the time of the year where some of us are ready to enjoy some well-deserved time off. Besides getting disconnected from my busy life, I always make sure to go somewhere new even if it's locally.  Traveling opens my eyes, brings me...

We all have dreams and have great plans to achieve them.  Unfortunately, when life’s hardship knocks us out, we give up after just a few attempts.  I have learned that if we really want something, we must be patient and we must persevere. No matter...

Last month I wrote a post on how I let the pain go to better appreciate life  http://marjiesimpleword.com/let-it-go/ . I could not help thinking if letting the pain go is the same as forgiving.  I came across that quote which answered my question. “When...

I live by Maya Angelou’s quote “I have learned that I still have a lot to learn”.  I make it my mission to increase my knowledge and learn something new every day.  Most importantly I am always open to sharing what I’ve learned with...

If you know me, you know my kids are my joy, my strength, and my happiness.  They are not the perfect kids, but I chose to see them as perfect and make sure to make them feel special. When life is bouncing me around,...

Each difficult moment has the potential to open my eyes and open my heart. Myla Kabat-Zinn   You should never view your challenges as a disadvantage, instead, it’s important for you to understand that your experience facing and overcoming adversity is actually one of your biggest...

To all the Powerful, Strong, and Beautiful Women out there, I encourage you to love yourself.  Know that we can overcome any challenges.  Let's continue to love, lift, and empower each other. You need to love yourself before you can look outside your soul for...

Look deep into nature, and then you will understand everything better. A. Einstein   In every walk with nature, one receives far more than he seeks.  John Muir Lose yourself in nature and find peace. Ralph Emerson   Walking in the park, breathing some fresh air, and listening to...

"Get comfortable being uncomfortable that’s how you break the plateau and reach that next level". Chalene Johnson I can relate so well to today’s quote.  For so long, I was silent and felt comfortable that way until I realized, I needed to do something to...