Change is coming

At times it seems that the election dragged on interminably, however last night was a time for great tension. I had three separate electoral maps open (still not quite sure why all three had different numbers at same time) but Obama pulled way out in front early and kept a comfortable lead. I was not sure that a last minute upset or voting irregularity would change that though. As the seconds counted down to the closing polls on the West Coast, I literally was holding my breath..I had already told my husband & daughters all Obama had to get was CA (traditionally Dem territory), OR & WA and it was all over. No sooner than the polls closed then NBC called those three for Obama and announced him as the 44th President of the United States.....my arms immediately broke out in goosebumps and it was hard to see for the tears in my eyes. Second class citizens no more.....3/5ths of a person....not ever again. A Black man is the next president of this mighty nation of ours. A wall has been shattered....a barrier lifted...Yes We Can......Yes We DID!

Its 2008

and what do I plan to do with it? Things have changed a lot since this time in 2007. I am working full time outside the home...and my babies didn't have to go to daycare. I am so happy for that. Jorrell started preschool and is out of formal OT & PT. I am SO SO happy for that. I remember when his neurologist told dh & I that he had a stroke before he was born and had some physical damage, all I could do is cry. Now I am crying tears of joy. My baby boy goes to school on school bus...he is beginning potty training, he talks so good, walks so good. I am well and truly BLESSED.

On that note I am deciding to be more productive with my time. The Lord has given me so many blessings and opportunities. It is up to me to maximize them.
Here is one of my sites for helping me be a better me

Tools for Life

here is my

Day 1 Checklist --

Get Ready for Success!

1. Set clock for time.

2. Check clock.

3. Place clock in one spot (only turn on and off).

4. Turn clock off.

5. Clap hands and say, “I’m having a great day!”

6. Breathe in through your nose, deeply filling up your chest, then out through your mouth. Walk with confidence to the bathroom.

7. Splash your face with water.

8. Brush your teeth.

9. Look in mirror and smile at yourself.

10. Say: "The day is mine!"

Resolve whatever you do, you will bring your whole person to
it; that you will fling the whole weight of your being into it.
-Orison Swett Marden

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