I'm Better Than This
I have had a tough week....as you know from my "struggling" post. It all started when I discovered that ex-Boo had stolen money from my bank account. I not only felt foolish but angry and sad. It made me reflect on what it was that I saw in him in the first place.
I got lost in the "what could be" instead of the "what was". I failed to see that that "what was" wasn't pretty at all. Sure, he was handsome but the outer shell doesn't always reflect the inner heart. I kicked myself for being naive and making bad choices. But, I came up with the answer....I'm human but I'm better than this.
I will get past the shock of being used and stolen from. (Yes, the bank has been alerted about the fraud and then there's a police report as well.......)
It's just the heart that is wounded. How can someone hurt another without flinching or feeling the conviction of wrong doing?
On top of it, I cross paths daily with someone who is downright rude and hateful. My outer smile doesn't reflect the biting of the tongue that she brings out in me. I have cried tears from the stress of dealing with her day to day. Yet, somehow, I know that I am better than this.
No one has permission to steal my joy.
I have found that in spite of things that go wrong in my life, there are things that go right...many things.
Thanks to Miss Kris, she is blessing me and my daughter with much needed things that we left behind in California. No longer going to the laundromat will be the greatest thing ever. Also, having a couch to sit on and relax with...another blessing. It's blessings like those that remind me that I am better than this. I will not allow anyone to steal my joy.
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I am sorry that you had to go through this.
I love your strength of spirit. =)
The money stealing is unbelievable and I would be angry as well. Isn't it funny how you think you know someone?
I have one of those dames in my office. She is beastly and tries to deflate my happy attitude endlessly. Now I just say a uberly sweet (and very fake) "Good morning, Annnngeeelllaaaa" which drives her MAD! It is hilarious.
Oh, Simone, I'd love to just give ya a big hug and tell you that everything is going to be fine. It will--it's just gonna take some time. You are an incredible woman! Don't let anyone take you down!!
AMEN!!
((HUGS)) Have a nice weekend.
You're so right though - you're in charge of your spirit and your happiness. Maybe the reason these two people are trying to "hurt" you or break your spirit is because they are envious of your happiness and how you make the most of life. Don't let them break you. You keep smiling, keep singing and keep on being Simone!
Lots of Love,
Mandy and Vivian
I hope things work out in the situation with your ex and remember he will one day get what's coming to him.
"no one has permission to steal my joy!"
My first marriage was to my H.S. sweetheart. We were together 9 years, married 4 of those. I know I was blind to the truth of verbal and physical abuse,lies, theft, and pain, because I was in love with the idea of the what could be and not what was. I finally got it.
There is a big sisterhood of us tenderhearted, can't believe you would treat me this way, women out there that had to learn to " rub some dirt in it"or "cowboy up" (as my daughter would say) and say I'm done. I think you've reached that point. Congratulations.
Remember "no one can make you feel inferior without your permission" Eleanor Roosevelt.
Blessings,
Jill
My prayers are with you and just darn stinkin' sorry your goin' through this.
They (and they are always right) say that goin' through the trials makes us stronger...baby...I'm feelin' some muscle here.
God bless and have an amazin' weekend sweetie!!!
I said a little prayer for you. Your positive outlook is awesome!
You are a butterfly and an eagle, as well.
Our Lord gives power to the faint and strength to the weary.
He also wipes away tears from our eyes, and gives us joy and peace in storms.
Wait on the Lord, precious lady, and know that He sends His word and heals us.
Fret not thyself because of evil doers. Our God assures us that vengeance is His - He will repay evil with His justice.
We are to love and forgive people, but know for certain that GOD shall avenge us - FOR SURE!
Cast all your cares upon GOD. He shall perform His awesome Word...
Scriptures from the King James Bible:
Isaiah 40
Psalm 27
Psalm 107:20
Romans 12:19
I Peter 5:7
You will recover from ex-Boo's shenanigans and he will receive bad Karma for his misdeeds. Meanwhile, keep your chin up and continue to smile and water your own garden with regard to the nasty spirit you encounter daily. Sending lovely positive energy, healing thoughts and much love to you. xoxo
Praying for you hon..Phil 1 12-24
I'm printing this out and posting it where I will see it on a regular basis. It speaks volumes.
I am so sorry about the struggles you are having-- There really are no words to make up for but know I'm cheering you on and praying for only the best to come your way.
xo jj
Romans 8:28-29
You're strong and an incredibly awesome lady. Don't let anyone break you!!
((hugs and prayers))
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You are one tuff lady, Bless your heart, don't it just seem that the bad "always comes out smelling like a rose", WELL! not this time cause you are "BETTER THAN THAT", this too shall pass, and will be nothing more than a faint memory,God has someone for you, someone who will lift you up and be a help mate and not a stumbling block, GOD bless and keep you.
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~Jo
I'm sorry for all the troubles that you've been going through, but you seem to have a wonderful attitude!!
Eleanor Roosevelt said, "No one can make you feel inferior without your consent." You are off to a good start with your wonderful attitude!
Mary
That may not sound like the right words for encouragement, but that's what it is!
You're a strong woman. You will not be defeated.
I have a few right now who nibble.
You're right about no one having the right to steal your joy.
And them ex-Boo called it off. You were heartbroken, but you were not defeated.
Times got rougher, and you lost your job. Eventually you had to move away from your loved ones - human and material - but you made your own joy in your new home.
And now this. Ex-Boo was sooooo not worthy of you. I should be shocked that he would do something like this to a woman he loved, to YOU, of all people, sweet, happy, loving Simone.
But, sadly, I am not shocked, for this kind of atrocity happens every day, in every country, in every city, in every family. Maybe not stealing from a bank account, maybe something worse, but breaking hearts without caring.
Yes, you are so much better than this. And no one CAN still your joy.