Kathiey's World

 This quote by Ava Du Vernay is accurate on many levels.  To succeed in this life and be happy, we can't continue to make the same mistakes or knock on the same door.  We can't continue to knock on the door of someone who damaged us and expect the situation to be different.  We can't continue to knock on the door of what we know we should not be and expect different results.  We have to choose a new positive path.   This takes commitment, courage, and determination, but we can do it.  Create the door that brings peace and happiness to your life. God Bless You on Your Journey! KathieyV

 Journal Prompt  What type of music do you enjoy listening to, and how does it make you feel? I love music. I find myself singing along to various tunes, and you will often find me singing in harmony. I find joy in many types of music. I grew up on rock music and enjoy it to this day. I like country music, some jazz, and classical. I also enjoy Christian music. I have been a member of Praise and Worship teams in local churches. We would sing praise songs as well as Christian rock, which was my personal favorite. I guess Christian music is my favorite type of music because it literally saved my life. During the most challenging time in my life, when my husband abruptly left me, I wanted to give up because all of my dreams and goals were destroyed, and I could find no reason to move on. During this time, I would force myself to listen to a Christian Radio Station called K-Love. Listening to the music, I was able to keep going. In the lyrics, I found hope, joy, and the knowledge ...

 I love this quote by Carlos Santana on healing and joy. I agree that no matter how much you have been hurt, you can heal if you hold onto joy.  It may take an effort, but the joy that is deep in your heart will slowly heal any wounds. God Bless! KathieyV