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#29 | Bring The Sunshine

January 29, 2015 By Michelle Matthews-Calloway Leave a Comment

Imagine the difference we would experience in our lives if we determined no matter what, we would bring the sunshine?

Where in your life do you need to shine some light? Bring it!

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How to Make Your Dreams Come True

January 26, 2013 By Michelle Matthews-Calloway Leave a Comment

I believe that statement . . . do you?

Today in Southwest Louisiana we are treated to clear skies and a delightful 74 degree temperature. I’d like nothing better than to be sitting outside sipping a white chocolate mocha at Starbucks. Instead, I’m cooped up inside, trying to stay on task so that I can get some work done on my dissertation.

Earning a PhD is but one of my many dreams, and this one is well within my grasp. Two – three more months of hard work, and I’m there. Then, it will be on to the next milestone in fulfillment of another dream.

What are you dreaming about today? What will it take for you to live your best life? I believe the best way to make that dream a reality is to pursue it.

Now, of course I’m not talking about engaging in any activities that undermine your values or cause you to compromise your sense of personhood. That kind of behavior only leaves you open for exploitation, abuse, and disappointment.

Set Your Vision

Visualize what you want to attain, and see yourself achieving it. Visualizing “Michelle Matthews-Calloway, PhD” goes a long way towards helping me to press forward. I imagine the sense of accomplishment and gratification I’ll feel when I cross the stage and go through the hooding ceremony.

If a mate is what you’re dreaming of, picture yourself walking down the aisle (or picture your bride walking toward you). See yourself in the corner office, directing a division within your company of choice. If you’re dreaming of retirement, visualize yourself on the beach or relaxing at the pool, cold drink in hand.

Do What it Takes

Just as we have to “put legs on our prayers,” we also have to put legs on our dreams. Determine what you need to do to make your dream come true, then make positive steps in that direction. Do what it takes to make things happen – even if it means you have to pass up a sunny day.

Join in the Fray: What are you dreaming of?

I’m blogging every day in the month of January in Blogher’s NaBloPoMo Challenge. Thanks for reading, and feel free to comment!

Raindrops Keep Falling on Our Heads . . .

January 10, 2013 By Michelle Matthews-Calloway 4 Comments

Natives of Southwest Louisiana (also known as Acadiana and Cajun Country) are currently experiencing a deluge of rain. Our local weatherman is calling it a “flood event.”

We’re considered a large part of “hurricane country,” so we’re accustomed to torrential rains. The current weather pattern is a bit different in that it’s not accompanied by high winds and other typical hurricane activity.

No high winds – just . . . rain. For days. Almost without ceasing.

The latest round of rain yielded 9 to 12 inches worth – all within a period of 12 hours.

To give you an idea of the effects of these monsoons, here are some photos, taken from my parents’ home:

What’s supposed to be part of the front yard . . .

This is the view from the front porch:

I wonder if my Dad’s newspaper is in there???

Under normal circumstances, you’d see a ditch, two walkways leading to the road . . . .

Yikes! Where are the concrete walkways?

Thankfully, the rain has finally stopped. My parents are blessed; their house is on high enough ground that they experienced no indoor flooding. Others were not so fortunate.

The waters are expected to recede – just in time for more rain next week . . . .

Join in the Fray: How’s the weather in your area?

I’m blogging every day in the month of January in Blogher’s NaBloPoMo Challenge. Thanks for reading, and feel free to comment!

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