My Name is Gossip (just the title, not really my name)

My Name is Gossip
I have no respect for justice.
I maim without killing. I break hearts and ruin lives.
I am cunning, malicious and gather strength with age.
The more I am quoted, the more I am believed.
I flourish at every level of society.
My victims are helpless.
They cannot protect themselves against me because I have no name and no face.
To track me down is impossible. The harder you try, the more elusive I become.
I am nobody's friend.
Once I tarnish a reputation, it is never that same.
I topple governments and wreck marriages.
I ruin careers and cause sleepless nights, heartaches and indigestion.
I spawn suspicion and generate grief.
I make headlines and headaches.
Remember, before you repeat a story, ask yourself:
Is it true? Is it fair? Is it necessary??
If not, do not repeat it,
KEEP QUIET!

I'm Tired

I'm tired of people assuming they know me, that they understand my struggle, that they can "relate" to what's going on in my world. I'm tired of trying to get it right in the eyes of others, just t o be ignored. I'm tired of my friends taking what they want from me and moving on... using me up and discarding me. I'm tired of trying to make a difference when you don't believe in change. I'm tired of being the only one working towards something, and having everyone "jump ship" when things don't go right. I'm tired of the same old plan the same old results, the same old shit! I'm tired of people being surprised when they find out that I listen to Rap, or I hate ALL holidays, or that sometimes I just don't give a DAMN! I'm tired of being mistreated, and then apologizing for standing up for my self. I'm tired of the deadlines, the drama, the stress. I'm tired of coming up with new reasons not to give up. I'm tired of people telling me I have so much to be grateful for, or that I'm fortunate...YOU DON'T KNOW ME!! I'm tired of the runaround, the lies, the deception, the hurt, the heartache... I'M JUST TIRED of it all... I'm tired of not accomplishing my goals. tired of not achieving my dreams. Tired of being complacent... I'm tired of explaining myself to you.

Happy Mother's Day

A Mother's Day Prayer

Lord, You brought someone special to mind.

I pray You will bless her for the many ways she's been a blessing.
Surround her with the love of those who care so much for her.
Help her to see the many ways she's touched her family and the many hearts who are blessed by her life.

In all my prayers for all of you, I always pray with joy.Philippians 1:4 NIV