Have you been caught in a rain storm? You know that pathetic feeling you get when you are so wet and cold that nothing can warm you up? Today I realized that we, as women, allow ourselves to get stuck in those rain storms all too often. I am so guilty of lingering in those cold drenched clothes and feeling sorry for myself. Those desperate situations are what shape us in life, motherhood and all relationships.
I watched a homeless woman have two men drag her across the road today. She was either intoxicated or mentally ill or both. It was so sad to me that this woman was suffering in such a public way. The one man was very upset and almost left her there due to his frustration and anger. I thought to myself, what happened in this woman's life that led to this low point? How close are any of us to being in that state of despair?
At that moment, I realized that my life would not be dictated by anger or negativity of others. Remember ladies, we are the strong and very resilient. I have held myself back for fear that I would be criticized by strangers. Mark my words, I will be successful in this life in more ways than one.
When you get caught in those wet clothes, shed them immediately and allow yourself to get warm.
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