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- Perseverance - by Submitted on May 16, 2013 from Womens Recreation, Inc.To me, recreating yourself means having preserved over a certain circumstance or many circumstances. For an example, let’s take the roles of survivor’s versus victims. The survivor has persevered over the circumstance and their whole outlook on everything has changed. This can be for any type ...
Views: 2306(2 votes) - Reaching Your Goal - by Submitted on Jan 16, 2013 from Womens Recreation, Inc.Regardless if you have a goal that is personal or professional, here are some tips to help you attain it. 1. Stay focused: It is so easy to get sidetracked by people and outside influences. Always keep your mind focused on your goal. 2. Clear the clutter: If it is office space, a ...
Views: 1390(2 votes) - She's Not My Mother - by Submitted on Jul 07, 2011 from Womens Recreation, Inc.April is National Child Abuse Prevention Month; this is to honor the abused. A child can be abused by parents, stepparents, grand parents, siblings, and other relatives. This is a hypothetical story about a child and his mother, however, it could be the story of anyone. In this day and age, ...
Views: 1628(1 vote) - So Grateful - by Submitted on Sep 04, 2013 from Womens Recreation, Inc.If I could sum up all the important things in my life I can put it into two words, “be grateful.” No matter what you have, or what you don’t have, you have to be grateful for what you do have. Awake each morning by feeling grateful. From the moment you open your eyes, start off by feeling ...
Views: 1189(1 vote) - The Devastation - by Submitted on Mar 21, 2012 from Womens Recreation, Inc.You drive that very long drive to the old neighborhood. You see all the familiar surroundings along the way. We are getting closer to our destination; we are still 10 miles away and are already seeing the signs of destruction. There is a line of trees that have been uprooted and stripped of ...
Views: 2058(1 vote) - The Moment of Desperation - by Submitted on Jan 06, 2011 from Womens Recreation, Inc.I wanted to talk about that moment of desperation. In that moment of desperation, there comes a change, an inner change. Some people do not welcome change, they are resistant to it. Some people are just too comfortable with the way things are; they can only see the negative side to making a ...
Views: 2393(1 vote) - The Moment of Truth - by Submitted on Jul 07, 2011 from Womens Recreation, Inc.The moment of truth is that moment when you realize that you can’t run from your fears. When you have to face what it is that you don’t want to face. It is about coming to terms and about letting go of what you don’t need in your life anymore. It might sound like a cliché but it’s the truth. ...
Views: 1451(1 vote) - The New You - by Submitted on Jan 31, 2011 from Womens Recreation, Inc.If you are tired of the way things are going, if you have lost your job and are getting those rejection letters as fast as you are submitting your resume, this will help you along. What do you do to stay positive and focused? 1. Do you need more education for what you want to do or for ...
Views: 1725(7 votes) - The New You - by Submitted on Jan 31, 2011 from Womens Recreation, Inc.If you are tired of the way things are going, if you have lost your job and are getting those rejection letters as fast as you are submitting your resume, this will help you along. What do you do to stay positive and focused? 1. Do you need more education for what you want to do or for ...
Views: 1725(7 votes) - The New You - by Submitted on Jan 31, 2011 from Womens Recreation, Inc.If you are tired of the way things are going, if you have lost your job and are getting those rejection letters as fast as you are submitting your resume, this will help you along. What do you do to stay positive and focused? 1. Do you need more education for what you want to do or for ...
Views: 1725(7 votes) - The New You - by Submitted on Jan 31, 2011 from Womens Recreation, Inc.If you are tired of the way things are going, if you have lost your job and are getting those rejection letters as fast as you are submitting your resume, this will help you along. What do you do to stay positive and focused? 1. Do you need more education for what you want to do or for ...
Views: 1725(7 votes) - Unconditional Love - by Submitted on Aug 05, 2012 from Womens Recreation, Inc.You are such a happy baby! No matter who or what you become in this life, I will love you the same as this very moment. I will be proud of you no matter what! I will respect you for being you. I will love you forever, unconditionally. My darling husband, you have your faults and I have ...
Views: 2048(1 vote) - Valentine's Day - by Submitted on Feb 09, 2012 from Womens Recreation, Inc.Valentine’s Day might be considered to many as a Hallmark holiday. For some it might just be another day that they want to forget, and for other’s it will be a day that they will always remember. Some will go all out lavishly as a token to express their love. For some an “I love you” will ...
Views: 1498(1 vote) - We Are All Connected - by Submitted on Oct 24, 2012 from Womens Recreation, Inc.We are all connected. Everything we do and everything we see and everything we feel connects us to all living things. What draws us together are our emotions and experiences. Our common bonds are the things that we seek out and manifest in our daily lives. What happens to one has an ...
Views: 1393(1 vote) - We Walk Among Angels - by Submitted on Oct 22, 2013 from Womens Recreation, Inc.I am a firm believer that angels walk among us. To me an angel is someone who has endured hardships and has come out of the difficult times with understanding and grace. The angel that walks among us knows only love and compassion and both listens and teaches with utter attentiveness. ...
Views: 1247(1 vote) - You Are Like Me - by Submitted on Mar 21, 2012 from Womens Recreation, Inc.We see the same sun although we are a great distance apart. We look at the same moon and the same stars, even though an ocean divides us. I awake in the morning and think about all the possibilities this new day will bring. I, like you, go to work for more hours than I would choose. I ...
Views: 1358(1 vote) - You Inspire Me - by Submitted on Oct 08, 2012 from Womens Recreation, Inc.No matter how near or how far; you inspire me. No matter how rich or how poor you are; you inspire me. No matter what language you speak; you inspire me. No matter the color of your skin; you inspire me. No matter if you have new clothes or if they’re worn thin; you inspire me. No matter ...
Views: 1470(1 vote) - At the Mall - by Submitted on Mar 14, 2011 from Womens Recreation, Inc.Derron liked to play his Xbox as much as he could in between work and school. He competed with his friends and family as well as people online. His new game just came out and he just had to beat everyone’s score. He always had to have the highest score. Sabrina worked at the video store in ...
Views: 1799(7 votes) - Who Really Cheats - by Submitted on Dec 07, 2010 from Womens Recreation, Inc.It seems like everyone wants to know who is more likely to cheat and what the signs are. Well the plain truth of the matter is that you absolutely have no control over the actions of another person. They will cheat if they want to. Whatever they want to do, they will do it. Don’t take it ...
Views: 1586(4 votes) - The Finest Boy in the School - by Submitted on Feb 16, 2011 from Womens Recreation, Inc.This is a short story about Mary, who is a sophomore in high school. Her best friend’s name is Lindsey; they are inseparable. There was a junior in high school, which caught Mary’s eye. He was tall and handsome and had muscles on top of muscles. She told Lindsey all about him, “Look, there ...
Views: 1571(5 votes) - The Art of Releasing - by Submitted on Jul 07, 2011 from Womens Recreation, Inc.Everyday people struggle with not only their own problems, but those of their loved ones as well. You help out through moral support, or financial support. Sometimes it really doesn’t matter how much you help; there are times when it just seems endless. It’s called selfishness. That is ...
Views: 1741(5 votes) - Can You Spare a Dollar? - by Submitted on Mar 14, 2011 from Womens Recreation, Inc.It use to be, can you spare a quarter, or maybe even a dime, but a dime or a quarter will not get you far at all. Right now, the US dollar bill will hardly get you anything at all. That is; in the United States. You are lucky if you can get a cup of coffee with that dollar bill. If you want ...
Views: 1678(3 votes) - Worrying, A Waste of Time - by Submitted on Aug 13, 2012 from Womens Recreation, Inc.Sometimes in life we face challenges. While some days go by with great ease, others are a bit of a struggle. We can say don’t stress over the small things, and some occasions that is easier said than done. We spend countless hours of our life worrying about things that we have no control over. ...
Views: 1943(4 votes) - "I'm Sorry" When You Never Hear Those Words - by Submitted on Mar 21, 2012 from Womens Recreation, Inc.Two simple words, “I’m Sorry” are so hard for some to say. Some say those words and never mean them. Some people wait for many years to hear those words and expect a closure that never comes. So why is it that the simplest of words in the English language, or any language for that matter, ...
Views: 2071(2 votes) - An Oath To You - by Submitted on Dec 16, 2010 from Womens Recreation, Inc.I take an oath to you. What exactly does an oath mean? It is a solemn promise to fulfill a pledge and it usually involves invoking a witness. There all types of people in all different professions that take an oath. Some people don’t need to take an oath. They live every single day as if the ...
Views: 2065(2 votes) - Giving of Yourself - by Submitted on Feb 16, 2011 from Womens Recreation, Inc.You start your day off with that fresh cup of coffee, or that morning jog. You know the routine; you don’t want to wake the kids up for school just yet. You want to enjoy the “me” moment. It’s that moment of peace and quiet; the moment when you can listen to the quietness. In a few moments it ...
Views: 1341(1 vote) - Happy Mother's Day - by Submitted on Jul 07, 2011 from Womens Recreation, Inc.Happy Mother’s Day to you! For all the unselfish things that you do, hat’s off! Thank you for putting those extra little touches on all the birthday parties, graduations, etc. You put so much of your time and energy into every single little detail. I assure you, it never went unnoticed. The many ...
Views: 1547(1 vote) - In My Arms - by Submitted on Jul 07, 2011 from Womens Recreation, Inc.In my arms, I will hold you tight. In my arms, I know you’ll be alright. As a parent, once your child is born, your whole life changes. It is at that moment that you realize how precious life really is. It is at that moment you can envision all the possibilities for your child’s future holds. ...
Views: 1532(1 vote) - In My Seat - by Submitted on Jul 07, 2011 from Womens Recreation, Inc.You could be in my seat. You’re walking around aimlessly, not sure which way to go. You could be in my seat. You can review all of the court case files, yes; you could be in my seat. You can watch people come and go, deciding their fate; you could be in my seat. Sitting there, arms in ...
Views: 1629(1 vote) - It’s Never Too Late - by Submitted on Aug 22, 2013 from Womens Recreation, Inc.Have you ever had one of those days where you think, “I wish I knew how to do this, or I wish I would have gone there, or I wish I would have tried doing that?” Whether it is something like rock climbing, or learning a language, or getting a degree, it is never too late to do it. If there is ...
Views: 1774(1 vote) - Our Life Struggles - by Submitted on Jul 26, 2012 from Womens Recreation, Inc.Our life struggles come in many forms. Some struggles may be regarding money, love, careers or about things we cannot fathom. Our life struggles know no age, race, and religion or where you are located in this vast world. The struggles that we endure in our lifetime might be a cakewalk to ...
Views: 7666(1 vote) - Passed On - by Submitted on Jul 07, 2011 from Womens Recreation, Inc.It doesn’t matter how old you are, or when you start a new tradition. The important thing is that you start it. Some things are passed down from a long time ago. It could be a personal item, a story, a ceremony, or a family event, to name a few. For some people it is merely the way ...
Views: 1456(1 vote) - So, You’re Thinking about Leaving - by Submitted on Nov 10, 2010 from Womens Recreation, Inc.We all have come across that time in our life when the grass looks greener on the other side. Well, this is to help you decipher exactly what it is that you are missing in your life. You first have to think; has there been anything major that’s happened in your life that has upset you? This ...
Views: 1318(2 votes) - The Art of Picking Yourself Back Up - by Submitted on Jan 06, 2011 from Womens Recreation, Inc.It’s rough out there right now for a lot of people. For some people, they have barely noticed anything different. I was one of them. I’d go to work and when I was done, my husband and I would go out to dinner, and we couldn’t believe there was a recession going on. The restaurants were ...
Views: 1840(2 votes) - The Rocking Chairs - by Submitted on Jan 06, 2011 from Womens Recreation, Inc.I was passing by this house every single day. The couple on the porch rocking in their rocking chairs would kindly smile and wave to me, always full of cheer. One day it was a little hotter than usual and I must have looked pretty tired as the lady asked me “Do you want a drink?” I was happy ...
Views: 1018(3 votes) - Time Heals All Wounds - by Submitted on Jul 12, 2012 from Womens Recreation, Inc.When you are going through a rough time the last thing you think about is the light at the end of the tunnel. Regardless of what the situation is, you are drowning in it. Your emotions are running rapid and you can’t quite get a grip on things. You have tunnel vision at this point and the ...
Views: 2659(2 votes) - To All of the Fathers of the World Who Left, and To all the Children Who’ve Never Met Them - by Submitted on Jan 06, 2011 from Womens Recreation, Inc.While reading this, please bear in mind that it is not just father's who leave. There are also mothers who chose to leave. Whatever their reasons are; try your best to put yourself in their shoes. This is a tool for those whom might need it. I love my father, I just don't know him. I never ...
Views: 1762(1 vote) - While You Were Gone - by Submitted on Feb 09, 2012 from Womens Recreation, Inc.While you were gone the kids grew an inch taller. While you were gone the air grew smoggier. While you were gone the washer went out. While you were gone the cat snuck out. While you were gone that old car finally gave out. While you were gone I tried that recipe. While you were gone I ...
Views: 1501(1 vote) - You Are All I See - by Submitted on Mar 14, 2011 from Womens Recreation, Inc.You are my heart, you are my soul. I want you with; as I grow old. You’re mean to me, but you are all I see. You will call and say you’ll be late, that’s ok, I’ll sit and wait. It’s ok, you are all I see. Don’t call me, I’ll call you, is what you say to me. I don’t understand, we were ...
Views: 1592(2 votes) - Your Inner Strength - by Submitted on Dec 29, 2012 from Womens Recreation, Inc.Your inner strength is where you draw your power from. It could be from past experiences that you learned from, it could be from faith in yourself, or from your faith in your religion. Your inner strength is constantly evolving. As the New Year approaches you anticipate the changes that ...
Views: 1384(2 votes) - Looking For Success - by Submitted on Jul 25, 2012 from Womens Recreation, Inc.With the drop in the job market people are looking for other ways to be successful. Sometimes people look at what others are doing in their profession and consider changing their own, they might look at a different trade, or they might go to school to further their education. People look at ...
Views: 1811(3 votes) - The Newborn - by Submitted on Jan 06, 2011 from Womens Recreation, Inc.It was more than twenty five years ago, and it was a day that I will never forget. I had given birth to my second son in the beginning of September. I brought him home to a one bedroom apartment. The bedroom was big, both of my sons slept in there and my husband at the time and I slept on a ...
Views: 1598(4 votes) - Young'n - by Submitted on Nov 12, 2010 from Womens Recreation, Inc.We’ve all had someone throughout our childhood who has help mold us into the person that we are today. I have been blessed with a large number of family and friends who are strong- willed and very determined people. Back in the day, when you did something wrong, an adult would grab a switch ...
Views: 1020(2 votes) - Sometimes - by Submitted on Jul 05, 2012 from Womens Recreation, Inc.Sometimes we women just need a break every now and then. Sometimes if the smallest chore is done for us, it will totally make our day. Sometimes a compliment will carry us through a hard day. Sometimes when we face a challenge we have the self confidence that we need to conquer it. Sometimes ...
Views: 1825(9 votes) - The Recipe - by Submitted on Jan 12, 2011 from Womens Recreation, Inc.Take the mix and put it in a bowl, add one cup of flour. Then add a dash of salt and add in 3 eggs. You can translate this recipe into the life of a child; a child that will learn how to walk, talk, run and play. The cup of flour symbolizes the love and encouragement that you instill in them. It ...
Views: 1365(5 votes) - Choices - by Submitted on Jan 06, 2011 from Womens Recreation, Inc.Choices; we all make them everyday. Some of us learn from the poor choices that we’ve made in life. Some of us regret the choices that we’ve made. A lot of us understand the repercussions of the choices we have made. A lot of people don’t understand the repercussions at all. I feel that there ...
Views: 1772(3 votes) - Creating - by Submitted on Jul 19, 2012 from Womens Recreation, Inc.We all create something every minute of every day. It doesn’t matter if you are creating a sacred spot to call your own for reading or whatever you choose to do. Some people create relationships; some create artwork while others create time efficiency. We are continuously creating. While ...
Views: 2362(3 votes) - The Young, Impressionable Little Girl - by Submitted on Jan 06, 2011 from Womens Recreation, Inc.I see the color of your skin. I see the color of your hair. Mine is straight and yours is curly. I am short and you are tall. My eyes are big and yours are small. We both love to play. I have a jump rope and you have a ball. My tummy’s big and yours is small. All the kids are always ...
Views: 1912(9 votes) - Embracing Separation - by Submitted on Sep 12, 2013 from Womens Recreation, Inc.It is that time of year when your son or daughter is off to college. It is that moment that makes a parent proud but also a moment that you have been dreading. You can put on a smile to everyone, but deep down you are hurting because they are not close in proximity anymore. Now it is time to ...
Views: 1540(1 vote) - How Society Fails Our Children - by Submitted on Nov 10, 2010 from Womens Recreation, Inc.This article is written for the children who don’t have responsible parents. For the children that are being neglected and feel that they have no one. When a child is born there is only a limited number of people involved in that child’s life: the hospital where they were born, the parents, ...
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