queens and kings

i posted this a few years ago, but i like it so much that i'm posting it again. heh. :P a gentle reminder of that which should not be forgotten.

Already Complete
(fellas, just sub in the appropriate words. same message.)

Just because no one has been fortunate enough to realize what a gold mine you are, doesn`t mean you shine any less. Just because no one has been smart enough to figure out that you can`t be topped, doesn`t stop you from being the best. Just because no one has come along to share your life, doesn`t mean that day isn`t coming. Just because no one has made this race worthwhile, doesn`t give you permission to stop running. Just because no one has realized how much of a woman you are, doesn`t mean they can affect your femininity. Just because no one has come to take the loneliness away, doesn`t mean you have to settle for a lower quality. Just because no one has shown up who can love you on your level, doesn`t mean you have to sink to theirs. Just because you deserve the very best there is, doesn`t mean that life is always fair. Just because God is still preparing your king, doesn`t mean that you`re not already a queen. Just because your situation doesn`t seem to be progressing right now, doesn`t mean you need to change a thing. Keep shining, Keep running, Keep hoping, Keep praying, Keep being exactly what you are already; complete.

all in a week's work

this past week two of my residents, in two different homes i work at, passed away. i know it's to be expected when working in long-term care and this isn't the first time i've 'lost' residents this way, but it's a part of the job i don't think i'll ever get used to. i guess it's a good thing though - it means my heart is still intact.

it has been a sad week in this regard and i'm exhausted. goodbye my all-star residents. you'll be missed.

*clink*

here's to the beginning of another fresh, new, and untainted year full of opportunities and possibilities. let the good times roll.

happy new year! :)