elegantlion Posted March 2, 2012 Share Posted March 2, 2012 There have been many threads this week that have saddened me. So to kick off the weekend, Friday counts right?, let's start strong. I am stronger than broken friendships. I am stronger than this illness trying to keep me down all week. I am stronger than the lesson plans that didn't get done this week. I am stronger than the nitpicky stuff of life. Because I am strong, this weekend I will: contact a friend I haven't talked to in a while. I will hug someone I care about (or maybe multiple someones). I will compliment someone who looks like they need an encouraging word. Write an encouraging quote and hang it in the classroom (I have clipboards hanging to do that) I will remind my son why I think he's pretty awesome. Add your own. I am stronger than.... Because I'm strong, I will: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nono Posted March 2, 2012 Share Posted March 2, 2012 I am stronger than these anarchists with whom I live. :) Because I'm stronger, my will prevails. :tongue_smilie: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marylou Posted March 2, 2012 Share Posted March 2, 2012 Well, I try to get on my knees. And often when I rise I sing (very CC). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marylou Posted March 2, 2012 Share Posted March 2, 2012 Or (CC) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
love2read Posted March 2, 2012 Share Posted March 2, 2012 than the scars left by a cold and selfish mother Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Desert Rat Posted March 2, 2012 Share Posted March 2, 2012 I am stronger than uncertain jobs. I am stronger than a micromanaging, drive-me-crazy boss. I am stronger than my self doubt. Because I am strong, I will reach out to a friend in need. I will quit that micro-manager's job and pick up another house, cleaning for a LOL (Little Old Lady). I will tell myself that I am worthy (cue Wayne's World). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Happy Posted March 2, 2012 Share Posted March 2, 2012 I am stronger than the illness trying a hostile takeover of my body. I am stronger than worry. I am stronger than I seem! Because I am strong, I will not just survive, but thrive! Because I am strong, I can let someone else help out. Because I am strong, I will have a cheerful attitude. Because I am strong, I will trust in the LORD. Because I am strong, I will reach out to a friend whose marriage is troubled. Great attitude adjustment, EL. Thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mommyfaithe Posted March 2, 2012 Share Posted March 2, 2012 (edited) I am stronger because it didn't kill me....this time....or the last time....and it won't kill me next time because I WIN. Faithe Edited March 2, 2012 by Mommyfaithe I can't spell these days :-( Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
craftymama Posted March 2, 2012 Share Posted March 2, 2012 I am stronger than the migraine I currently have. I am stronger than the strong willed little people who don't want to be happy today. I am stronger than the chaos of the recent move. Because I am strong, this weekend I will get the art room active thus reducing my stress and increasing the fun in this house. get pictures hung on the walls. remind the little people how much I love them followed by reminding them Mommy makes the rules. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elise1mds Posted March 2, 2012 Share Posted March 2, 2012 I am stronger than the pain of putting a pet to sleep. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
k2bdeutmeyer Posted March 2, 2012 Share Posted March 2, 2012 I am stronger than this headache. I am stronger than ADD. Because I'm stronger I will: .....get this house into shape before DH gets home from work! .....play with my kids. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elfgivas Posted March 2, 2012 Share Posted March 2, 2012 i am stronger than this chaos.... because i am stronger, i will - do five minute room rescues in each room this morning and - make scones and have Friday afternoon tea with the girls. "not having time" is a frame..... mostly.... - bake for the opening night cast party tonight :grouphug: ann Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nakia Posted March 2, 2012 Share Posted March 2, 2012 What a beautiful idea for a thread, Paula. Have I ever told you I love you? Well, I do. I am stronger than: my fears that I am not a good mother for my daughters bipolar disorder the lies of Satan Because I am strong, I will: remember than I am a daughter of the King of Kings be the best wife and mother that I can be beat fear and anxiety Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AmyontheFarm Posted March 2, 2012 Share Posted March 2, 2012 I am stronger.. ..then the memories of being raped. I am stronger.. ..then this painful ear infection. I am stronger.. ..then the emotional baggage from my mother. Because I am stronger, I will not live in fear. I will cuddle my sick children and I will love my mother with the love of Christ. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HSMom2One Posted March 2, 2012 Share Posted March 2, 2012 Thank you for this thread! Oh, I love you too Paula!! What a blessing to read and be encouraged by these words. I'm playing the songs from the previous link, reading through the thread with tears of hope. Through faith in Christ I am stronger than: the stroke my dh had last year.... the uncertainty of the financial future for our family.... the possibility of foreclosure and the loss of this home... depression and the feelings of being battle weary... Because I am strong I will: keep my eyes on Jesus! pray for others who are in need... support and encourage my dh as he works through this year of college.... take each day at a time and continue to walk in faith.... will do what I feel called to do for my precious dd by hs'ing her... will cheerfully adjust my schedule as needed in order to add on more work hours take care of myself by getting plenty of sleep, drinking plenty of water and taking the time to go for walks Yes, and amen! Blessings, Lucinda Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
swellmomma Posted March 2, 2012 Share Posted March 2, 2012 (edited) I am stronger than Mental illness in my son I am stronger than special needs in my kids I am stronger than naysayers in general I am stronger than lonliness I am stronger than financial worry I am strong because I am me, made in the image of God, able to do all things through Him. He makes me strong and I embrace that, I will share my yoke and not burden myself with its full weight. Because I am strong I will wake up ready to face each day I will always be provided for I will prevail in finding solutions that help my children I will find outlets to overcome my lonliness I will stay away from baking cookies ;) Edited March 2, 2012 by swellmomma Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bookfiend Posted March 2, 2012 Share Posted March 2, 2012 but... I am not strong enough to read this thread without crying. Thank you for adding beauty and strength to the day. In Christ, am stronger than my own pissy attitude and wrongful flesh I will choose gratitude. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cindyg Posted March 2, 2012 Share Posted March 2, 2012 I'm good enough, I'm smart enough, and -- doggone it! -- people like me! (Thank you for giving me an excuse to post that. I wanted to put it on my FB status, but I didn't think the youngsters would get it.) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elegantlion Posted March 2, 2012 Author Share Posted March 2, 2012 these replies have left me teary. I'm good enough, I'm smart enough, and -- doggone it! -- people like me! (Thank you for giving me an excuse to post that. I wanted to put it on my FB status, but I didn't think the youngsters would get it.) ... except this one, which made me laugh. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nakia Posted March 2, 2012 Share Posted March 2, 2012 but... I am not strong enough to read this thread without crying. Thank you for adding beauty and strength to the day. In Christ, am stronger than my own pissy attitude and wrongful flesh I will choose gratitude. This reminds me...I was taught, growing up, that tears were a sign of weakness. I've always been a person who cries easily, whether happy or sad or mad, and I was ridiculed for it as a child. I can't remember when it was, but I finally realized that tears can't be a sign of weakness because Christ wept. So even in our strength, we sometimes weep. I, too, will choose gratitude. Thank you. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JFSinIL Posted March 2, 2012 Share Posted March 2, 2012 I am stronger than the autism that tries to limit my son. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ibbygirl Posted March 2, 2012 Share Posted March 2, 2012 I am stronger than these anarchists with whom I live. :) Because I'm stronger, my will prevails. :tongue_smilie: LOL This just struck me so funny. I am stronger than Autism and teenage hormones. I am stronger than the fear of what will become of my children in this world. Because I'm stronger I will trust in The One who can do all things. Because I am stronger.... I will laugh instead of cry. This is me laughing ---> :lol: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marylou Posted March 2, 2012 Share Posted March 2, 2012 Tears, , cause many good things to happen. And laughter is good medicine :001_smile: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
QuirkyKapers Posted March 2, 2012 Share Posted March 2, 2012 (edited) I am stronger than: *people who are manipulative and lie even when there is no reason too and say things just to make others feel little so they feel big Because of this I will: *Remember to keep setting gppd boundaries with people ( I don't always have to answer the phone or be the one who is reliable for others. If I don't wanna...I don't have to... Edited March 2, 2012 by QuirkyKapers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Denise in Florida Posted March 2, 2012 Share Posted March 2, 2012 I am stronger than these anarchists with whom I live. :) Because I'm stronger, my will prevails. :tongue_smilie: This made my day. :001_smile: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Denise in Florida Posted March 2, 2012 Share Posted March 2, 2012 I am stronger.. ..then the memories of being raped. I am stronger.. ..then this painful ear infection. I am stronger.. ..then the emotional baggage from my mother. Because I am stronger, I will not live in fear. I will cuddle my sick children and I will love my mother with the love of Christ. :grouphug::grouphug: You are strong Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Denise in Florida Posted March 2, 2012 Share Posted March 2, 2012 I am stronger than: the ear/throat infection that has slowed me down the repeated flea infestations carried in by one particular dear cat :tongue_smilie: the unended list of distractions that sound like more fun than getting rid of fleas because I am strong I set aside everything else and enjoy my dh and dds I will vacuum the carpets (again) I will not kill the sweet little cat Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tex-mex Posted March 2, 2012 Share Posted March 2, 2012 Tears, , cause many good things to happen. And laughter is good medicine :001_smile: :iagree: Reading this thread is helping my day go a lot smoother... :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marylou Posted March 2, 2012 Share Posted March 2, 2012 :iagree: Reading this thread is helping my day go a lot smoother... :grouphug: :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mamakim Posted March 2, 2012 Share Posted March 2, 2012 I am stronger than: the nausea from my cancer that's been keeping me in bed Because I am strong: I will shut off the netbook, get up, and have a day chipping at the chaos, trusting that He'll be the strength. I will respond in a cheerful voice to the little guys whatever my body happens to be doing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dandelion Posted March 2, 2012 Share Posted March 2, 2012 I am stronger than... ...the judgmental looks and comments from people who don't understand autism and therefore don't understand my son ...the self-doubts that surface from time to time Because I am strong, I will... ...continue to provide my son with as many opportunities as possible, regardless of how uncomfortable it might be for me at times ..."feel the fear and do it anyway" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ibbygirl Posted March 2, 2012 Share Posted March 2, 2012 I am stronger than:the nausea from my cancer that's been keeping me in bed Because I am strong: I will shut off the netbook, get up, and have a day chipping at the chaos, trusting that He'll be the strength. I will respond in a cheerful voice to the little guys whatever my body happens to be doing. :grouphug::grouphug::grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lovedtodeath Posted March 7, 2012 Share Posted March 7, 2012 I am stronger than:the nausea from my cancer that's been keeping me in bed Because I am strong: I will shut off the netbook, get up, and have a day chipping at the chaos, trusting that He'll be the strength. I will respond in a cheerful voice to the little guys whatever my body happens to be doing. So inspirational!:grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DragonFaerie Posted March 7, 2012 Share Posted March 7, 2012 I am not stronger than, but reading this thread gives me faith that maybe one day I will be. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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