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Saturday Thoughts

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Anyone who has read my blogs knows I have a strong love for animals, finding it easy to communicate and form bonds with them. I have mentioned several times I started feeding a couple of what appear to be feral outside cats a few months ago. During the first few days, only two cats were noticed on the front porch, so naturally, I began talking to and feeding them. To my surprise, it seems like the cat is out of the bag, pun intended, and currently, there are between six and eight kitty visitors who come for a good meal at least twice a day. Word has spread quickly through the neighborhood kitty community about the house that always has food, fresh water, a box with a soft towel for them to get warm on the colder nights, and an outdoor kitty house so they can stay comfortable and dry on the many rainy days and nights. Between the adorable cat house and a place to sleep, it should not be surprising numerous cats have adopted our porch as their new home.

From what I have seen, the outside cats get along with each other, at least for the most part. Thankfully, there have only been a couple of altercations between the outside kitty gang. Mostly, the disagreements witnessed were a lot of unhappy and unimpressed kitty language. The cat I know is a boy who is a super sweet tomboy and is typically accommodating with the gang of frequent visitors, but I think it is because they are female, and he could be the father of some of them. One night, there was a visitor I had never seen before. As the new cat ate, the well-known tomboy sniffed around before both cats communicated their unsettling feelings, and the tomboy chased the new cat away. I think the new cat is a boy, and the known cat acts territorial because he is convinced, the porch belongs to him. He marked his territory and only shared with cats of his choosing.

Now that the neighborhood cats have spread the word about where to get a meal, the only thing I can do is to oblige with their demands.  Unfortunately or fortunately, depending on the perspective, I cannot say no, turn cats away, or let the precious cats go hungry because they deserve more and better than that kind of life. I know many people are fine having their cats indoors and outdoors, but too much can happen to them in the wild. Our cats have always been strictly indoors only because I would worry too much and cause myself to have a heart attack if they did not come home for days. I worry now when I do not see the outside cats for more than one day. I might be wrong keeping our cats prisoner in the house, but at least I know they are safe, and it is a cushy prison.

Not only do we have between six and eight cats we feed outside, but we have two inside cats as well. There is at least one possum and one groundhog who eat the cat food on the porch. It seems like we are running a smaller version of a zoo. If I had my way and my husband and two cats would allow it, I would have a house full of animals. I almost think it would be easier to convince my husband that the two cats because the cats can be a little moody and combative, but overall they are sweet little furry angels. Some people want a house full of children, but we have always treated our cats like they were our children, so the only differences are the number of legs and worrying about what those with two-leg children have to deal with.

There are billions of people living in the world, and for reasons I will never understand, struggle with getting along with each other. As I have watched the interactions between our cats and those outside, they have proven to get along with each other. If different animals can get along, why can’t humans get along with each other? Why can wild animals accept one another, but humans cannot do the same? Differences might be confusing to some, but should differences not be intriguing? Maybe if we learned the way others live in different cultures, it would broaden our horizons and teach us something new. Many are scared of what they do not know or understand, but if we approach this with an open and accepting mind, maybe we could all get along and live in peace and harmony.

Thank you for visiting my site today. I hope you enjoyed what I shared and you have a wonderful weekend. How do you prefer to spend your Saturday? It is the first day of the weekend, so I hope you spend it doing what brings you the most happiness. No matter how you decide to spend your weekend, remember you do not have to spend the weekend doing anything you do not want to do. People might try to pressure you to do something in your heart you have no interest in, so stand up for yourself and do not allow anyone to pressure you. Please never forget I am always sending y’all LOTS of love, comfort, support, and MANY positive vibes!

Always, Alyssa

Tranquil Tuesday

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Happy Tuesday, y’all! I hope your week is going well so far and continues to get better with each day😊! In the United States, the week began with a bang, as yesterday was the last day to complete taxes, which is never a fun time. Most of us wonder where all our tax dollars go because most roads remain terrible to drive on, and we surely do not get any benefits from healthcare. Yesterday was also the start of another trial for the former president and leading presidential candidate, Donald Trump. This trial is a criminal trial and makes it terrible he is the leading candidate for the president of the United States. I often wonder what would happen to many others who faced criminal charges in the United States. How many people can continue running to be the president when facing criminal charges? Many other countries would have to watch US news and laugh at the hypocrisy, and it would be more laughable if it were not our reality.

I read an article yesterday that I knew was a mistake because it was about COVID-19 and Multiple Sclerosis. The article indicated hospitalizations and deaths due to COVID-19 in those with Multiple Sclerosis are increasing. Of course, this was an upsetting and terrifying article to read because I have worried about my failing immune system and COVID-19 since it started back in 2020. Thankfully, I have been able to avoid getting COVID, but I think that is because I rarely leave the house, and when I do, I am extra cautious. People have criticized me for being so cautious, and those who have criticized me have all had COVID-19. I was so desperate to start working again that I almost considered broadening my job search to an office setting, but that was against my best judgment. When looking for another job, I will continue to only look for remote work because I think it is safer.

Tuesday is one step closer to Friday, so it is something to be thankful for. No matter what happens during the week, we must find ways to stay focused and calm because if we allow anything to trouble our minds, we prevent ourselves from having a happy life. It is not always easy to avoid stress or upsetting issues, but we can focus on simple things that make us feel happier and free. I hope the quote I am sharing today will help you focus on the beautiful things in the world and find happiness in the simpler things. Why get lost in the challenging and awful things going on in the world when we can keep our lives simple? We can decide to live a typical and simple life, but for some, it feels boring, but they are the most stress-free lives possible! For anyone who wants drama, all they must do is turn on the news or any other shows that are on in the evenings.

Thank you for visiting my site today. I hope everything is going well for you this week and you are staying as safe as possible. I would advise you to not read articles you know in advance will upset you because the result will be you are upset by what you read. I know this to be true and would not want you to go through the same upsetting feelings as I felt yesterday. I want to know your thoughts about this post because I know you will have some excellent insights. I will respond to all comments as quickly as I possibly can, so please feel free to tell me what you think. Please never forget I am always sending y’all LOTS of love❤️, comfort, support, and MANY🌈 positive vibes!

Always, Alyssa

Friday Eve Thoughts

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Why does it seem so many people have an overwhelming desire to own and use guns? Do people think guns are their only option for safety? The sounds guns can make are loud and terrifying. How can this thunderous and piercing sound be enjoyable? Besides being logical and intelligent enough to understand the dangers guns impose, I was traumatized as a child and never overcame my fears. It is crucial for everyone, especially those who own guns, to have a clear and complete understanding of gun safety.

There are still two months left in 2023, and the news has already reported over 500 mass shootings in the United States, which is extremely disturbing and upsetting. Unfortunately, these issues can instill fear in our society and cause people to avoid leaving their homes. Too many innocent people have lost their lives, and families were left behind to pick up the broken pieces because of gun violence. Every other developed country created laws after just one mass shooting and ended unnecessary gun deaths.

Why do these mass shootings continue to occur in the United States? Could the shooters be suffering from mental health issues and have little to no access to treatments? Those who struggle with mental instabilities need professional assistance to be able to live a fulfilled and happy life. There is a very negative stigma surrounding mental health, which may prevent some from admitting and accepting they have a problem and desperately need help. Sadly, the United States does not provide adequate and affordable mental health care to all citizens. Why does it seem impossible to have something so critical to the well-being of everyone offered? I understand healthcare is not free, but mental health should be much more important than it is presently. We can see what happens when mental health is overlooked!

Another massive problem that enables gun violence to continue to happen is the lack of gun laws and policies. When there was a gun violence-related incident in other countries, they took a firm stance and eliminated the problem. How did they do this? The governments in other countries created laws to ban guns and remove guns from the hands of their citizens. Did this eliminate all violent-related situations? Of course, not because when someone wants to cause harm to others, they will find a way. However, even with that said, there have not been any further gun violence situations. When there are over 500 mass shootings in 10 months, should something not be done to put a stop to this?

Unfortunately, we see this daily. Whether this is seen on the news, or we witness it somewhere else, hate-fueled rhetoric is toxic. This type of talk has rapidly become normalized in recent years. However, hate is wrong and NOT a way anyone should act. If I am not mistaken, we are all human beings, and everyone deserves the same respect and rights. Have you ever seen anything good develop from hate? I will assume your answer is no because the only thing I have seen hate do is create animosity and further danger. I believe we can be and do better!

I realize many people will disagree with what I have shared in this post, but I respect your opinions and will appreciate the same respect. Amazingly, people can disagree with one another in a mature, respectful way. Yes, I realize this is uncommon, but it can happen. I do not think everyone in the country should have guns because they are dangerous and deadly. Certain people should have guns, but not the entire population. We are not at war and should stop acting as if we are.

Our daily lives are already crowded with too much stress, demanding work schedules, melancholy circumstances, and the possibility of aggravations from others, both in person and online. Should we not be able to decide we want the best for everyone and learn to accommodate the needs and lives of other people? We should try to live in harmony with others, instead of being at war with others. This might seem like common sense, but we do not need to live in a constant state of war and fear, and we can live a happy and free life. I have worked on this post for several days and was not going to post it because I was afraid of what anyone reading it would think or say, but I remembered that we should be able to share our thoughts, especially ones that are meaningful and important without worrying about backlash and critics.

This post is different from what I normally do on Thursday because it is typically a pick-me-up post, which some might consider it to be. Of course, I know some will disagree and be against everything I have written, and I would love to understand how you are thinking. It is important to try to understand other people, and maybe minds will be changed. I am not trying to change the minds of anyone though because I am a firm believer, that we can think the way we think and there is nothing wrong with that. I hope you have had a good week, and you are looking forward to a relaxing weekend. I have my follow-up appointment with my pain management doctor today and I know it will go well because nothing ever changes. Please never forget I am always sending y’all LOTS of love, comfort, support, and MANY positive vibes!

Always, Alyssa

Tranquil Tuesday

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Happy Tuesday😊! We have one day completed and four left to go. That might sound like a lot but look how fast time flies. Tomorrow is already November, and I have no idea where the other months went. It is hard to believe there are only two months left in 2023. I think I say this every year, but I hope 2024 will be a better year because this year has been questionable. It seems like we are always hoping for a better year and hope the next year is not as bad and stressful as the previous year. I would almost suggest that we should look at the common denominator of our problems, but they can change. One thing for certain is that we do need change in the world. Remember all the good things that we have in life and realize things could always be worse.

It does not matter how many things have gone wrong in our lives or where we feel we failed. What does matter is that we never give up and always strive to be and do better. The only way we can fail ourselves or anyone else is to stop trying and give up on what we want out of our lives. Until the day we take our last breath, we should never stop. We all have abilities to succeed and have the best life possible. Do you think those with our dream jobs made it where they are without trying? Of course not. One of my favorite authors was shot down several times until he succeeded and became one of the best authors in the world. This has inspired me to never give up on my dreams no matter what anyone else thinks because, at the end of the day, this is my life, and I must do what is best for me.

I know it has only been one day, but how has your week been so far? For some reason, Mother Nature was a little confused the past few days because it has been over 80 degrees. I had looked forward to Autumn because temperatures are typically much more comfortable and enjoyable. Thankfully, starting today, the temperatures will be much cooler, but I will not get too excited because it changes frequently and not for the better. As I have mentioned previously, I have been feeding several kitties outside, so I decided to put a box with a soft towel in it for them to sleep and maybe stay warmer when the temperature drops. I am sure many people would think that is insane, but I love animals and cannot help it😊!

Thank you for stopping by my site today. I hope what I have shared was motivating and inspiring. With today being Halloween, I hope you find ways to enjoy yourself. I will not be dressing up this year or going anywhere, and I am not giving candy out because I do not want to cause our cats to be scared or sneak out the door. I am not sure if I have always been this way or if I am getting old, but this might be my least favorite holiday. I look forward to reading your comments and promise to respond as soon as possible. Please never forget I am always sending y’all LOTS of love, comfort, support, and MANY positive vibes!

Always, Alyssa

Sunday Thoughts

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As for the four seasons or two seasons in the south where I live comes and goes naturally, but many other aspects of our lives rarely change. Why are some so fearful of changes and unwilling to evolve with the new times? Similarly, in the seasons where the brutal ones last too long and the enjoyable ones do not last long enough, the more ruthless times often persist much longer than pleasant times. If we allow it, the difficult times we may experience will consume us and become suffocating and nearly impossible to escape. What do you do when behind every door, barriers are trying to hold you back? When you decide, you will fight back and break through any barrier regardless of how strong they appear. Nothing can hold you back when you make this decision because of your fierce determination and resilience.

There once was a time when I wanted to be a news reporter, which did not happen. I never understood how this works out for some people and not for so many others. I would assume the reasons are that everything in life works out the way it is supposed to. Strangely, I am very thankful a career path as a reporter did not work out for me. The news seems like a vicious cycle of sadness, destruction, and too much loss. There have been many times when a new segment has brought me to tears, and there is rarely a time a reporter has even one tear in their eyes. I have wondered if news reporters undergo special training to leave emotions out of their reporting or if they were born unemotional.

Of course, many things are wrong with what we are seeing on the news daily. Most recently, there have been tragic events happening in the Middle East. It was not by choice but because my husband was watching a few different reports from the Middle East, which had me in tears. It is purely amazing what humans can overcome and survive. The terror and tragedies people are forced to endure daily should instill peace and hope in others, but instead, many people still find reasons to complain and feel sorry for themselves. Most people do not know what it means to struggle or live in fear. It breaks my heart to know how many lives have been lost in Israel and the surrounding regions and for what? Were these lives lost due to greed or selfishness?

Another issue the news constantly reports on is the scandalous and immature behavior of a former president who was indicted four times. Continuing to give someone under many investigations only normalizes negative behaviors. Regardless of my opinions or views on this person, the charges he is being accused of are mind-blowing because if any normal person faced a few of the charges would not just be in prison, they might be buried under the prison. High power and even respected people should set a good example and be role models for everyone else.

Why does it seem impossible for everyone, no matter where they live, to accept others and live in harmony? Why must people live in a constant state of war and hatred? We are living in an enormous world and should accept one another and live in this world in a state of peace. It should not matter who you are or where you are living, we should be able to get along and love each other. No single person should have more rights to a peaceful life than any other person. No one should be singled out and shunned because of their religious beliefs, who they love, or where they live. I believe this world is big enough for everyone to live in peace and comfort.

Thank you for stopping by my site today. I hope you enjoyed what I shared, and I would love to read your comments. Any comments that are left will be respected and appreciated, and I will respond as quickly as possible. I hope you have had a wonderful weekend, and you were able to do something enjoyable. Please never forget I am always sending y’all LOTS of love, comfort, support, and MANY positive vibes!

Always, Alyssa

Tranquil Tuesday

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Good news, we survived another Monday! What would you say the most difficult day of the week is? Most would say Monday because the week has started, and we must figure out how to get through another long week. Yesterday might have been challenging, but we do not need to allow any challenges to get in our way. Many of us have already experienced many challenges, and we have found ways to overcome them. We might still have hard days, but we will never let anything stop us because we are unstoppable! Is there anything you are dreading this week? Try to think about why you are dreading something and consider ways you can handle this more easily. Planning and being prepared is one of the best ways to manage life!

One thing that is inevitable in life is difficult times. We cannot be prepared for all of them, but we can understand things will happen and not everything will be understood. No matter what you experience in this life, remember to breathe and know you can handle anything because of the strength you have in you. We often forget how strong we are because some issues in life make us feel weak. It is not easy to overcome and forget, but with everything we have gone through, we have built a power that nothing can take away from us. When our life starts getting easy, and nothing causes stress, we should wonder why because life is hard. I hope the quote I am sharing today provides you with peace and strength!

I am slowly adapting to the weather, and even though the temperatures are getting cooler, it takes time for me. Even though I have lived with Multiple Sclerosis for most of my life, I do not think I will ever understand why it takes me so long to adapt. It is great I am a patient person because it helps me survive life. I am so thankful we are now in my favorite season, and I plan to enjoy it as much as possible. No matter what season it is, one thing I will always recommend is to stay hydrated. Anytime we become dehydrated, it can cause many additional problems and is easy to avoid!

Thank you for stopping by my site today. I hope you enjoyed this post, and it offered you peace of mind. We have made it through one day of the week and only have four left, but at least we are closer to the weekend! I look forward to reading your comments and will respond as quickly as possible. I hope you are having a good week so far, and it only gets better as the days pass! Please never forget I am always sending y’all LOTS of love, comfort, support, and MANY positive vibes!

Always, Alyssa

Tranquil Tuesday

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Happy Tuesday, y’all! I apologize I was not able to do my typical “Motivational Monday” post yesterday because I was battling with another one of my miserable headaches. I know the medication I am taking for Multiple Sclerosis contributes to headaches, but the rain also plays a part. Many people have asked me why I continue to take a medication that causes unbearable and debilitating headaches, and the easy answer is the medicine helps to prevent further disability. Headaches are awful, but it could be much worse if I was not taking the medication. I believe we must pick our battles in life, and if headaches are one of mine, so be it.

How has your week been so far? I realize it is only Tuesday, but Mondays are not an easy day to get through. I guess the truth is it is good news that we managed to survive another Monday, so the rest of the week will not be too bad! It takes strength and courage to get through each day, but it also takes discovering a peaceful mindset. It is not important to be positive all the time because who is? If we can find a sense of peace during the week, we are ahead of things, and the week will not be as bad. I hope you will find the quote I am sharing helpful in discovering a peaceful mind, and it will help you through the rest of the week!

What are things that help you through the long and grueling days? One thing, well, I guess it is more like three things that help me is our three precious cats. They are always waiting for me at the end of the day, and they are happy to see me😊! It could be because they know they will be getting another treat, but it is nicer to think they are happy to see me! Eight hours is a long time to work and leave them alone, but they have each other to play with and plenty of toys! It is amazing how much joy our furry friends can bring into our lives, and they should always be treated with love!

Thank you for visiting my site today. I hope you enjoyed what I shared, and the quote provided you with peace! Making it through the hardest day of the week is progress and an achievement, so be proud of yourself. The weather will be slightly crazy the next few days due to a hurricane, so please remember to stay safe! I am looking forward to reading your comments. Please be patient with me, and I will respond as quickly as possible. Please never forget that I am always sending y’all LOTS of love, comfort, support, and MANY positive vibes!

Always, Alyssa

End Of The Weekend Thoughts

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It does not matter how happy you are in life, if we do the same thing day after day, without any changes can become mundane and tiresome. The simplest things can make a huge difference and make us feel different about life and of the nonsense on the news. For the first time in three VERY long years, I am finally at my happy place, the beach. As I am writing this post, I am sitting on our balcony with the ocean breeze in my hair and the ocean waves right in front of me. This is the most relaxing and beautiful place that I have been to in years.

Where is a place where you feel the most at ease? When nothing that would typically trouble your mind, does not bother you at all. You can just feel at peace with everything in life, no matter how absurd things can become in our daily lives. Of course, my place has always been, and will always be, the beach. There is something about the sound of the ocean waves crashing down, the seagulls flying around in search of food, the laughter of children and adults alike, and the breeze that makes me so happy. The only thing missing here is our sweet and lovable cats, but I know they are being well cared for while we are away.

I do not know about you, but I have been beyond sick and tired of many of our politicians behaving worse than toddlers without manners. Name calling and immature insults are not doing anything good for anyone, and most definitely, not the country they represent. When was the last time you can remember that you were able to watch the news without hearing something about Donald Trump or the damn Bidens? Lord knows, I sure cannot. Obviously, for anyone that has read some of my other posts, I am surely NOT a supporter of Donald Trump, but when the news is constantly providing him a platform, we will never stop hearing about him. I have realized one thing about politics, it does not matter if they are Republican or Democrat, they are all corrupt in one way or another.

Are there not more important things going on in this world? Look at what Hawaii is going through right now, which is just one situation that needs attention. Why not think about the people that are going without food? These people are starving and may not know when they will have their next meal. Or what about the countless homeless people in the world? Why are we not focusing on things that matter instead of the nonsense with people who have forgotten how to be an adult? Why can people not focus their attention on things that matter, and figure out ways to help those in need? Instead of allowing our politicians to behave in less than responsible and respectful ways, why not call them out on what they SHOULD be doing?

Happiness is a choice and one we all MUST make. We should think about what brings us joy and not worry that someone else thinks what we choose for our life is inappropriate or unimportant. Why should anyone have the right to decide what is right for another person’s life when the way they are living their life might not be the best way? I am not saying we should be selfish and only think of ourselves, but we should be able to live in a way that makes us happy if they are not causing harm to others. All I am trying to say here is, who cares how another person lives THEIR life? Why are so many people consumed with degrading transgender people? I do not care if someone is gay, transgender, or anything else, if they are happy and not hurting another person!

Thank you for visiting my site today. I am aware some of what I shared is controversial, and some people might disagree with me, but you have a right to your opinion, and so I do. We do not have to agree, but we should be respectful of each other’s opinion. Regardless of all the nonsense in the news, we do still live in a free country, do we not? I hope you are doing well, and you enjoyed your weekend. I am looking forward to reading your comments, and I will respond as quickly as I can. Please never forget that I am always sending y’all LOTS of love, comfort, support, and MANY positive vibes! 

Always, Alyssa

Tuesday is NOT so bad!

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Another Monday has come and gone, and we managed to survive it😊! Has your week started well? Somethings do not change, and the days keep going by. Of course, there might always be some stress, but I hope it is a limited amount and it does not become too overwhelming. Most of the time, the things we think are stressful and upsetting are not as bad as we think. I know it does not seem like that at the time, but if you think about each situation with a clear and rational mind, you will see “most” things are not that terrible. I guess I try to view things with the respect that someone else is always going through something much worse. Of course, this was one of many valuable lessons that I learned from my late grandfather.

Although we have made it through what some think is the hardest day of the week, we do have a few more days until we reach the weekend. My week is going to be a little shorter because I am working a half day on Thursday, and I am off on Friday for another doctor’s appointment. This appointment is just a follow-up with my pain doctor, and all these appointments go the same way. The most challenging part is the drive because the interstate is a mess. On Thursday, we are going to see the band that might husband proposed on stage with, in concert, and I have been looking forward to this for several months.

We must find ways to stay positive and calm through anything we might experience during the week. I have always believed that there is real strength in the power of the mind. If one can try to believe things are going to go well, good things may happen more frequently. Unfortunately, we have the power to think negative outcomes into our reality, and we will experience more negativity in life. But, on the opposite side, we can believe in positive outcomes in this reality and live fulfilled and favorable lives. I know things are not always going to be positive and bad things can and will happen, but if we can try to lean heavier on the positive things, maybe they will happen more often! It cannot hurt to at least try😊!

Thank you for visiting my site today. I hope you found enjoyment in what I have shared, and the quote provided you with some peace, and strength. I know life is not always going to be perfect, and go the way we want, but having an optimistic outlook can go a long way. I am looking forward to reading your comments, and I will respond as quickly as possible. Please never forget that I am always sending y’all LOTS of love, comfort, support, and MANY positive vibes!

Always, Alyssa

Tranquil Tuesday

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Happy Tuesday, y’all! I know we have just started the week, but how is your week going so far? The past few days have been a little stressful. Who am I kidding it has been INCREDIBLY stressful! Our poor sweet cat, Sundance has not felt well since Thursday evening. It was not awful the entire time, but it was concerning. Considering Sundance has asthma, he must take medicine twice a day. For the past few days, he has not been willing to take the medicine, which he normally does not give me any issues. Of course, he will do this at times, but not often however, it will cause me a lot of stress. I think this has to do with what I went through when our cat, Chloe, passed away on my lap. That situation gave me PTSD, and now I constantly worry. 

The weeks may feel long, but the positive side of this is that we are still here to keep moving forward. Life is not easy, but all the things we make it through offer us more strength, and courage. We may always remember the wounds from the past, but there will always come a day when it will not hinder us from living our life. The scars from the past will no longer be visible, but we might still carry them in our minds. This may still hurt, but not the type of hurt that stops you and will only encourage you to push forward. No one and nothing from the past will control us forever, but the damage that was caused will make us stronger than we were before the pain. May the lessons learned provide us with calmness to conquer anything we may endure in the future!

Thank you for visiting my site today. I hope you enjoyed what I shared and that the quote offers you peace. We have already made it through one day this week and are getting closer to the weekend with each day. I would like to ask everyone to keep my poor cat in your thoughts and that he starts feeling better soon. It is so upsetting when an animal is sick because they are not able to verbalize how they are feeling. I am looking forward to reading your comments, and I will respond as quickly as I can. Please never forget that I am always sending y’all LOTS of love, comfort, support, and MANY positive vibes!

Always, Alyssa