Learning from life!

A friend of mine posted this picture on face book the other day and I smiled and then laughed. This is so true, I just had my whole life planned out when I was young,  and it was going to be a wonderful journey. I thought I was going to ride the whole way, not walk, swim, or crawl for Heavens sake... none of that was part of my plan!
Then again I have to admit that during those peaks and valleys, are truly when I learned the greatest lessons and learned a lot about myself. So I wouldn't have it any other way...but it definitely isn't easy. And I am realizing that this is all part of the plan...for us to learn, stretch and grow. See, just saying those 3 words sound painful! :)
Good night dear friends!

Say thank you for the ride!

“Anyone who imagines that bliss is normal is going to spend a lot of time running around shouting that he’s been robbed.  Most putts don’t drop.  Most beef is tough.  Most kids grow up to be just people.  Most successful marriages require a high degree of mutual toleration.  Most jobs are more often dull than otherwise.  Life is like an old-time rail journey; delays, sidetracks, smoke, dust, cinders, and jolts, interspersed only occasionally by beautiful vistas, and thrilling bursts of speed.  The trick is to thank the Lord for letting you have the ride.”  ~ Gordon B. Hinckley