impact

Question of the day. What impact do you make on others? So they say first impressions are everything... but do you take advantage of the numerous daily opportunities there are to make that first impression? To truly impact someone life, even if it is only for a moment, or just for today, we all have the power with in us to do so. But the funny thing is that to much time is spent just thinking of "Me", what "I" have to do today. I challenge everyone to think of ways that you will make an impact on others. Strangers, Friends, Family and Co-workers, these are people that cross our paths far to often and every minute is priceless. We live in a world that is growing more and more expensive each day, and there is not a price on impacting someone's life. Think about this, you never know how the effortless action of a smile will fill your day with joy! Not to mention the impact it may make on the recipient. That person may have needed a little eye contact and warm feeling that something as simple as a smile brings. You just never know. Then, with out even saying words you have made an impact on them for that moment. Even better is that with out realizing it, when you receive a smile you can't control the spontaneous reaction and you automatically reply with the same smile. Today is a day for making an impact

funny thing

not every relationship is meant forever
some times you have to just let it go
always smile even if it hurts
know that all smiles will not be returned
it is okay to to quit beating the dead horse
often times it is too late, redirect cause it's dead already!
times change and so do priorities
it's not always about you, selfishness is not pretty
life is as good as you make it
keep friends, make plans and just go!

pick up the pace

be in control, and ready for change

choose the direction, and pick up the pace

block society and all that it paints

colors of joy, splatters of pain

need a new job, find my soul mate

take time to concentrate and always pray

look for the sign, read it right

just may help turn on that light

plans will change and emotions run high

and life goes on, still you have to try.

fog removed

check yourself, is this who your are

meeting strangers spreading the love?

such bad timing, i feel so lost and blue

get out of his bathroom, what are you gonna do?

where is my love what happened to you?

love is not here, this is a mistake

but if i remember it was kinda great

smile for a moment, the fog is removed

everyone said he was no good for you

just open the door, and take a chance

problem solved in a single glance.

E is for empty

sun rises new day begins

just can't believe it, all went down

roll over, need to get up

beeping won't stop, snooze yet again

heart still sore from the night before

strange visions flash in my head

who's shirt is that at the end of the bed

two glasses, bottle on "E"

clothes everywhere

the visions sink in

thoughts of you and me

a voice says "good morning"

but wait who is he?

turn the page

a hand on my side easing the pain

a grip that is strong supportive and new

why like this broken and blue

be brave and look eye to eye

a stranger new face

focus in and say thanks

listen close prep your face

up for the challenge

time to change

the page has turned

a new journey at hand.

step forward

pick up the pieces change my pace

feeling the pain hating the disgrace

how can i go on, who will fill the space

lonely, heartbroken, tried and sad

never knew i wanted something so bad

to be that happy and stand in that place

why wasn't it me? and who is she

crying in side as the fear starts to rise

suck it in, because of pride you can't hide

just can't think, turn to leave

stumbling back to step forward again

this is where the change begins.

short notice

the time stands still as you enter the room

my breathe escapes me as the thoughts begin to fly

will our paths cross again should i wink my eye

the memory triggers and a smile begins

the heat rises and goose bumps set in

our eyes meet we procrastinate

don't want to be the anxious one

inside my hearts say run

be cool time will tell we someone please release this spell

turn around look away the moment is now

figure out what to say

oh here we go

wait.. no stay

what? that's your fiance?

the little things

eye contact
passing smile
fresh flowers mid-day
preplanned getaways
a occasional snuggle
kiss on the neck
strong arms around my waist
hand written note
return phone calls
sleeping in
thoughtfulness
apologies
hugs, hugs and hugs
breakfast in bed
date night
forgiven PMS
constancy
r-e-s-p-e-c-t
love me
honesty
it's the little things

be aware that these simple things can be done with out a lot of extra thought and effort.
find out what the little things are and make a serious attempt to do a few each day.
you just might make someones day that more complete.

day 6

at 5 it finally hits

air blows through my sunroof

radio is loud and the dj is on point

thoughts run wild

its day6

grab the cell phone way too may numbers to dial

get into the house need to take the trash out

have to focus no time to waist

jump in the shower rinse the work worries away

turn the music up

check the phone 6 missed calls and 9 text messages

"hurry up!...where u at?"

"don't b late, I'm already @ tha gate!"

it's day 6

tear the closet down...clean it up later

put on this and take off that

fuss and cuss and make a huge mess

wondering why is sped by the gym

and went to the drive thru in stead

moving on...

make up.. check...jeans fit .. check

ooh you are one fly chick

door bell rings

my girls are here

and talking mad sh*@!

now i know for sure

its day 6

hit the streets life is too short to miss

enjoy it to the fullest have to cherish each joke

write it down even cause we will all repeat this

laugh till your side splits

dance even though your feet scream

tears roll down from all this happiness

whats a girl to do if i don't have this

GNO baby

it's day 6!

the count down is on the sun is rising

time goes by so damn fast

you only get one each week

everyone gather round and get in close

and everyone say cheese

time stands still for a moment

the flash brightens the room

we have to remember this

FRIDAY day 6

wouldn't change it a bit

she is my love

being a mother is a wonderful thing

to have someone who loves you just because

from that first smile to the bigest little hugs

she is my love

we grow together and she understands

with on glance she touches my hand

she studies every inch of my face

offering a joke to see if I'll laugh or crack a smile

looking for a sign of distress or unhappiness

she always knows when i feel sad

her love is the antidote i need

she is my love

our love shows even when we're mad

apologies and lessons on life are how we

explain the whys

examples of my past and how its okay to cry

more kisses than I would ever guess

i just hope she knows I'm doing my very best

she is my love

snuggles daily and questions constantly

mommy this and mommy that

i try not to over react

just do what I say!! oh and

i am the mama and because i said so!

she is my love

she is just so sweet and carefree

i have to protect her from all the bad things

friends who are not friends

love that is not love

respect all adults and always respect yourself

lies that hurt and how to walk away

cool is cool and just to you

outfits that match head to toe

reminder to button up cause its just too cold.

she is my love

what will i forget?

how will she handle all of it?

have to pray and be supportive

she will remember I tell myself

I am her mother she is my daughter

this is the bond that holds us forever

she is my love each and every day

is it me?

the simple things are so complex
try to figure out what's real

delete what have i imagined
please tell me how to pass this test
pass or fail I can only guess
reality is the truth
here one day gone the next


I'm all over the place
just can't sit still

wondering, thinking, changing

is it me?

oh how good it could be
to feel love in return

simple L- O -V- E

sparks may fly and eyes may water

the past is the past yet my mind will still wonder

I'm all over the place

just can't sit still

wondering, thinking, changing

is it me?

i wish i could see

here it is so real and sweet

just want i need

honest, respect and loyalty

friendship, romance and laughter

could this be what I see

I'm all over the place

can't sit still

wondering, thinking, changing

but for real

is it me?

a tap on the shoulder

stop that day dreaming girl

wake up wake up!

clearly you can see

it IS a reality

the truth this I know

honestly, proudly and truly happy

I can only be one thing

me!

b~rooks

o what a day

what a great way

what a great day!

time for change,

time regained.

change will come and has today

we stand up tall

we will not fall

proud to be alive and see it all

what a sight to see

everyone gathered at the mall

a sea of people with every color involved

to see this man who always stands tall.

setting the tone and guiding us all.

to see this family with vaules

loving and true

its just a bonus that they look like mine too

day to day and in every way

wondering what Martin would say

"change has come" pround and strong

with eyes wide open as everyone stood up

the shift in power

the sway of change

emotions are flying

it is so hard to understand

how in just one moment

just one man

has shown America that

"YES WE CAN!"

on this great day when Barack Obama

laid his hand

the past is irrelevant

we now can call him

OUR President!

in the end

stuck looking back and trying to push forward

why can't this just be easy?! what is the deal?

fight back the tears, stop regretting the last few years

what was I thinking?! what did i do that was so wrong?

try to stay positive and forgive and forget

feeling the pain as the loneliness sets in

hoping and wishing that change would happen

that the special day family friends flowers and vows

when will come for me ? hold on a minute the clouds begin to clear

but why do i feel so sick?!

cause it is not real it was never real did i imagine all those lose years?

what is this life i live? why can't i shake it when will it leave?

rushing day to day to throw away the memories

struggle to build new trust and be open to new things

how can i trust?! when I'm so done!

seems to be the cycle the path i follow round and round

i see it around me i feel it in the street

i see it for them but never for me

it sucks you in with one simple smile

this is not real! this is not for me!

i am strong and iwant to be free

i just want to see it i want to be happy

i want my lost years back!

cry again "oh woh-is-me"

want to feel love! real love for me

don't have to ask don't have to guess

i will see it then i will know what real love is?

what?! REAL LOVE? no not that thing

guess that thing called love just ain't for me....

if i shake off the pain and reach to the sky

i will see, i will be free, i will find real love...

i will find me

new sight

break up
break down
tears of joy
tears of relief
triumph & defeat
someone new
someone sweet
scared to try
scared to believe
2 smile again
can it be?
just how things should be
love at last
love for me
but you have to open your eyes
can you see?

just believe

you can do it he will allow you to be you

stronger, wiser, and carefree

you can be it he will guide you to be you

smarter, honest and brave

you can have it he will encourage you to be you

trust, love and stress free you can believe it

he is one with you and can see you be you

just believe