Words of Wisdom from Dad...

My first blog ever... (how sweet it is) The past 6 years have tested me in ways I can't describe, but I know I'm stronger and have a stronger faith in God because of it. So on this inaugural day in my blogging experience, I've decided to share one of the most precious things in the world to me; a birthday card I received from my Dad a couple of years ago as I was just beginning my journey in nursing school. Please read on and thanks for stopping by.

"How to make a beautiful life"

Love yourself. MAKE PEACE with who you are and where you are at this moment in time.

Listen to you heart. If you can't hear what its saying in this noisy world, MAKE TIME for yourself. Enjoy your own company. Let your mind wander among the stars.

Try. Take chances. MAKE MISTAKES. Life can be messy and confusing at times, but its also full of surprise. The next rock in your path might be a stepping stone.

Be Happy. When you don't have what you want, want what you have. MAKE DO. That's a well-kept secret of contentment.

There aren't any shortcuts to tomorrow. You have to MAKE YOUR OWN WAY. To know where you are going is only part of it. You need to know where you've been, too.

And if you ever get lost, don't worry. The people who love you will find you. Count on it.

Life isn't days and years. It's what you do with time and with all the goodness and grace that's inside you.

MAKE A BEAUTIFUL LIFE....The kind you think you deserve.

For my beautiful daughter on her birthday, Happy Birthday...I love you....DAD.