Using My Words: July 2011

Welcome

When my boys were in nursery school, one of the main goals of the program was to give the children the opportunity and self-confidence to speak for themselves. Their teachers would tell them to "use your words." This became the child's cue to look at their friend and to tell them how they were feeling in a direct, simple way. This phrase became commonplace in our home and was repeated countless times during conflicts between siblings, angry episodes, and in quiet moments to help tears turn into self-expression.
That little sentence gave me the inspiration to start this blog. So now, here I am, using my words.

Sunday, July 31, 2011

The Wings of Change

The best way out is always through.
--Robert Frost

Change is the essence of life. Be willing to surrender what you are for what you could become.
--Mirela

When the music changes, so does the dance.
--African proverb

Be miserable. Or motivate yourself. Whatever has to be done, it's always your choice.
--Wayne Dyer

Change is inevitable. Growth is intentional.
--Anonymous

Life is either a daring adventure or nothing. To keep our faces toward change and behave like free spirits in the presence of fate is strength undefeatable.
--Helen Keller