Standing Up

I came across this quote today and it really made me think about some events that have recently occurred in my life. My sister teases that I got mean after I got married. I wasn't nearly as confrontational  as I am now and I really do not consider myself confrontational to this day. However, I have to say I have been burned so many times and I use to let people slide. I grew up watching my parents do the very same thing. They would give their shirts off their backs and not get so much as a thank you from some people. Maybe it does have a lot do with me getting married and learning what a true relationship is. Having someone by your side 24/7 that you know isn't going to screw you or be a jerk is a great feeling. I have found a lot of appreciation in our relationship that has made me grow as an individual. Standing up for yourself and not allowing people to walk all over you or mistreat you is something that you owe to yourself. People will continue to do this if you allow them. I do not like confrontations, nor do I like causing issues with relationships I have with people, especially people I love, but at the end of the day I owe it to myself to speak up when someone is treating me unfairly. I'm not sure how I'll ever get through things with out my mother's voice of reason. Before making decisions and saying something I often call her and talk it over with her first. She has taught me so much and I wouldn't be the woman I am today without her or my dad. I hope to pass these great values onto my children that my parents have taught me. At the end of the day it is important to make sure you stood up for yourself and your beliefs. And do not forget to be classy - Coco would be proud.

Believe

I have so much to be thankful for in my life and I count my blessing every day. This year has been a huge struggle for Johnny and I and I'm ready for 2012 and I hope it is better. We have been through so much together and I'm very lucky to have him by my side. Johnny and I are pretty conservative when it comes to making big decisions and we usually spend a lot of time talking and thinking about things. Recently, we've been on a much different track. We made a huge decision and we're hoping that the risk will pay off. It's very scary for us, but we're excited at the same time. I ask that you continue to remember Johnny and I in your prayers because we really need them right now.

I believe that everything happens for a reason and that things will work out the way they should. I'm just hoping that God's plan and my plan align for once. I know God will do what is best for me and whatever happens is His will. I just hope he's hearing my prayers and continues to guide me in the direction he desires.

I have been put in some rather serious scenarios this year and I made some huge decisions in regards to each other them. I have had people that I loved do me more wrong than I could ever imagine and I've had to reconsider their position in my life. This year has shown me who is honestly there for me and who isn't. I find it senseless to keep dead weight around. Hang on to those that help, and let go of those who hurt.

I pray that I've made the right decisions and that I'm heading in the path that is most right for me and my life.