As I was driving on a feeder road, I was enjoying my ride back home; my place of serene. Then, I noticed a fluffy-like brown object sticking out from the back window of a car in front of me. I wondered what it was. I was amazed at what I saw! The movement of this object was remarkable! But, a distraction for me, only for a moment.
So, I moved to the left lane to get a closer look. Then, I saw “it.” “It” seemed so lost in thoughts, I assumed. I started to imagine what “it” could be thinking, enjoying the serenity of the gentle breeze on "its" tiny face. The look on "its" face was very calming.
I could only imagine what “it” could be imagining or feeling. It was obvious “it” was in a fantasy land only “it” can express to its kind. I know I would be sailing too if I was in "its" shoes per se. I know that to be in a serenity atmosphere could be almost like heaven on earth. I know I would only imagine the thoughts of my heart. I know I would meditate! I know it would help one to refocus. It will be an absolute tranquility.
For a moment, I wished I was sailing in the back seat of a car enjoying the gentle breeze on my "skin-cut" hair. I also reminded myself that it is also wise to be in a place of absolute serenity. One can be in a place of chaos yet, find peace from within. All one needs to do is to find that inner peace; an escape then, sail away just like “the cat in the car.” I know I would.
Peace of mind transforms one. Love restores peace. Each day, you should make it a habit to be in a “happy place” regardless of the stumbling blocks, even for a moment. Be in a place (somehow) where you know you will find the peace you need, to regroup... Your heart is the place to start and peace will never be far from you. And, God will never be far because God is the absolute peace!
Nkem A DenChukwu
Sunday, September 12, 2010
Monday, August 30, 2010
A Rare Treasure.
Friends! Acquaintances! What have you? Or Should I say.... what are you?
Having a million friends is like having yellow corn get stuck in between your teeth ;( If/when you do not get the corn from your teeth, the corn will decay and is detrimental to your health. But, having few true friends are like drinking a cold glass of water in the Summer and hot cocoa in the Winter. They see in you, beyond what others see and still love you. You fight and you make up. Jealousy is a stranger in their hearts. They criticize you, positively. They are there for you through thick and thin; cry and laugh with you. Nothing lasts forever but, true friends are like diamonds; treasures to behold, that will never fade.
Nkem A. DenChukwu
Having a million friends is like having yellow corn get stuck in between your teeth ;( If/when you do not get the corn from your teeth, the corn will decay and is detrimental to your health. But, having few true friends are like drinking a cold glass of water in the Summer and hot cocoa in the Winter. They see in you, beyond what others see and still love you. You fight and you make up. Jealousy is a stranger in their hearts. They criticize you, positively. They are there for you through thick and thin; cry and laugh with you. Nothing lasts forever but, true friends are like diamonds; treasures to behold, that will never fade.
Nkem A. DenChukwu
I See The Sun...
If you took a breathe this morning then, you are indeed blessed. You may be at work, at home, somewhere or heading somewhere. The memories of yesterday cannot be forgotten (good or bad). Today is a brand new day, a gracious gift therefore, live it as it is the best day of your life, just like you would live the rest of your life! Make today's memories a good story book.
Question: How do you plan to live a fulfilled life especially today despite any obstacle? Remember, to live one day at a time is the "rule" of the day.
Nkem A. DenChukwu
Question: How do you plan to live a fulfilled life especially today despite any obstacle? Remember, to live one day at a time is the "rule" of the day.
Nkem A. DenChukwu
Chances Are ~
Like a nightmare, bad memories will creep on you. But then, good memories last a lifetime and your heart is glad. Chances are ~ that in your lifetime, you will experience the storms of life by choice or not, because life’s storms are parts of cosmic arrangements.
Life can be as sweet as undiluted fresh honey and life can also be as sour as an early morning “bad” breath.
Chances are ~ that your heart will be broken. She (he) will sing a lullaby to you from her (his) heart and promise you the heavens and the earth. Chances are ~ that he (she) will “fall” in love with you and you, loving him (her) so graciously. Or chances are ~ that you will “fall” out of love with him (her). Then again, it was not love to begin with!
Because “Love” is never wrong!
If you could turn the hands of the clock and make a wish or two, chances are ~ you would wish for the exact same thing or person you wished for seconds before now. Or, chances are ~ you will not!
Chances are ~ you will make someone else other than you; a priority that you are or meant to be. Chances are ~ you will be (are) in a relationship that has no life in it and you will choose to continue to dwell in it, hopeful. Chances are ~ you may lose the chance to live and make the change that could have been “you“. Or, you will be (are) in a destined fulfilling relationship and chances are ~ you will choose (by choice or not) to derail your destiny for reasons.
Chances are ~ that you are the choices that you make or, not make but, could have made and did not. And chances are ~ that life is sweet and sour at an exact same time.
Nkem A. DenChukwu
Life can be as sweet as undiluted fresh honey and life can also be as sour as an early morning “bad” breath.
Chances are ~ that your heart will be broken. She (he) will sing a lullaby to you from her (his) heart and promise you the heavens and the earth. Chances are ~ that he (she) will “fall” in love with you and you, loving him (her) so graciously. Or chances are ~ that you will “fall” out of love with him (her). Then again, it was not love to begin with!
Because “Love” is never wrong!
If you could turn the hands of the clock and make a wish or two, chances are ~ you would wish for the exact same thing or person you wished for seconds before now. Or, chances are ~ you will not!
Chances are ~ you will make someone else other than you; a priority that you are or meant to be. Chances are ~ you will be (are) in a relationship that has no life in it and you will choose to continue to dwell in it, hopeful. Chances are ~ you may lose the chance to live and make the change that could have been “you“. Or, you will be (are) in a destined fulfilling relationship and chances are ~ you will choose (by choice or not) to derail your destiny for reasons.
Chances are ~ that you are the choices that you make or, not make but, could have made and did not. And chances are ~ that life is sweet and sour at an exact same time.
Nkem A. DenChukwu
Sunday, August 29, 2010
In the Midst...
"Be still and know I am God." Psalm 46:10a
Running “helter-skelter” is the business of the day. It has become a routine in the lives of many. Do you lose sleep? Are you unhappy? Ask yourself "why"? Could your life be better? Ask yourself “how”?
In the midst of your “helter-skelter” life, you forget to breath! You forget to live! You are barely existing because you are letting life determine your steps instead of determining the steps to take in life.
Stop! Take deep breathes. Stop! Even for only a moment to laugh. Laughing can be therapeutic. Make laughter a habit. Stop! And be "thankful" for the blessings you have especially for the gift of life you are blessed with each day. Stop! And say "I love you" to the ones you love and the ones that love you from the heart. Stop! And maybe, you will hear God speak right through your heart, in the midst of your “helter-skelter” life.
~ Nkem DenChukwu
Running “helter-skelter” is the business of the day. It has become a routine in the lives of many. Do you lose sleep? Are you unhappy? Ask yourself "why"? Could your life be better? Ask yourself “how”?
In the midst of your “helter-skelter” life, you forget to breath! You forget to live! You are barely existing because you are letting life determine your steps instead of determining the steps to take in life.
Stop! Take deep breathes. Stop! Even for only a moment to laugh. Laughing can be therapeutic. Make laughter a habit. Stop! And be "thankful" for the blessings you have especially for the gift of life you are blessed with each day. Stop! And say "I love you" to the ones you love and the ones that love you from the heart. Stop! And maybe, you will hear God speak right through your heart, in the midst of your “helter-skelter” life.
~ Nkem DenChukwu
YOU are a "MISSION" to ACCOMPLISH!
The right relationship is indeed everything. NEVER settle for the "heck" of it. Your happiness is priceless & MUST NOT be compromised. Make yourself a "MISSION" to accomplish.
If you are in (a)chaotic situation(s) that has become a "lifestyle;" a lifestyle that has continued to derail your purpose in life thereby, taking away your happiness, making you an option and not a "priority," know that you do have an option. Yes, there are always choices to make to determine the steps to follow. Make YOU a "mission" to accomplish because you are worth it!
Take time to: Have a relationship with yourself! Know yourself! Value yourself! Love yourself! Know the real you! And love others! YOU are worth the time. Yes, you are!!
Filter your life! Filter the toxins in your life... Filteration is the way for you to inhale healthy habits in your life and exhale the toxins in your life. Toxic people are clusters in your life; filter them. Toxic behaviors can only harm you if not now, eventually. Dwelling in the misery of the past or present chaotic situation is toxic. Filteration is a purification process and purification can be painful; it is like childbirth "very painful" but, the end product is the focus. Focus on the hope of the choices you make instead & rely on God.
You have a choice to make: A choice to be happy in the midst of life's storms. A choice to live one moment at a time, making YOU a "mission" worth accomplishing.
~ Nkem A. DenChukwu
If you are in (a)chaotic situation(s) that has become a "lifestyle;" a lifestyle that has continued to derail your purpose in life thereby, taking away your happiness, making you an option and not a "priority," know that you do have an option. Yes, there are always choices to make to determine the steps to follow. Make YOU a "mission" to accomplish because you are worth it!
Take time to: Have a relationship with yourself! Know yourself! Value yourself! Love yourself! Know the real you! And love others! YOU are worth the time. Yes, you are!!
Filter your life! Filter the toxins in your life... Filteration is the way for you to inhale healthy habits in your life and exhale the toxins in your life. Toxic people are clusters in your life; filter them. Toxic behaviors can only harm you if not now, eventually. Dwelling in the misery of the past or present chaotic situation is toxic. Filteration is a purification process and purification can be painful; it is like childbirth "very painful" but, the end product is the focus. Focus on the hope of the choices you make instead & rely on God.
You have a choice to make: A choice to be happy in the midst of life's storms. A choice to live one moment at a time, making YOU a "mission" worth accomplishing.
~ Nkem A. DenChukwu
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