When I first started this blog, I would post an inspirational or motivational quote daily that I called the "Daily Pearl." After a few months, I changed the name to DP because they weren't exactly daily. I decided to see which were my inspirational posts for the
year by pageviews. Here they are (click on the link):
Call the paparazzi on myself!...Today is Monday Tuesday (lol) and I am starting a new chapter in my life. I'm feeling awesome (even though my mouth is still swollen from surgery last week) and highly favored!
Have a great day, perlas!
"I guess I got my swagger back. Truth." (LOVE Jay-Z!)
Good morning, perlas! I don't know if you've heard but Venus Williams withdrew from the U.S. Open shortly before her second round match announcing that she has been diagnosed with Sjogren's syndrome, an autoimmune disorder with symptoms like fatigue and joint pain. I thought it perfect to feature her as today's DP as she is an awesome embodiment of hardwork, perseverance and success. Let's keep her in our prayers.
"Some people say that I have an attitude- Maybe I do. But I think that you have to. You have to believe in yourself when no one else does- that makes you a winner right there."
Hi, perlas! I know I've been gone for awhile...but I'm BACK!..with a new state of mind, new aspirations and motivation.
I tried to think of a song that would express how I feel about being back- the only thing that came to mind is this LOL...he'll be back soon too...plus I sooo think that he could rock pearls and still be so FLY!
Yolanda Gail Devers is a retired three-time Olympic champion in track and field for the US Olympic Team. Lauded for her talent in the 100 meter and 100 meter hurdles, she is also notorious for her long, painted nails.
God knows Drew Barrymore has been through a lot in her life. She has experienced trials and tribulations right along with success from a very young age. This may not be the most lady-like quote in the world but I like Drew. And I understand where she's coming from...
These quotes are for all my perlas out there who are doing extraordinary things to the dismay of others. You know, haters are just mad because they want to be like us, right? In fact, the existence of haters confirms that we are, in fact, doing what we should- following in the footsteps of the phenomenal women who came before us.
"The pearls weren’t really white, they were a warm oyster beige, with little knots in between so if they broke, you only lost one. I wished my life could be like that. Knotted up so that even if something broke, the whole thing wouldn’t come apart."
"You can get sympathy or you can get better but you can’t get both. You can be in your comfort zone or you can have growth, but you can’t have both. You can be interested or you can be sold-out-committed, but you can’t entertain both. You can have excuses or have results, but you can’t do both. Choose the path that develops your visceral fortitude."
"We all grow up with the weight of history on us. Our ancestors dwell in the attics of our brains as they do in the spiraling chains of knowledge hidden in every cell of our bodies."
Good morning, perlas! Last week was a long and busy one for me but I'm still here. Every day this week, the Daily Pearl will feature a music video. I will be traveling all this week and will definitely need some music to get me through. This song always gets me ready for the day. What about you?
What songs get you ready to face another day? Is there a song that gets you hyped for the possibilities of a brand new day? I'd love some input for the rest of the week...Besos, P&P.
A good deal happens in a man's life that he isn't responsible for. Fortunate openings occur; but it is safe to remember that such ''breaks'' are occurring all the time, and other things being equal, the advantage goes to the man who is ready.
- Lawrence Downs
"Home is a place we all must find, child. It's not just a place where you eat or sleep. Home is knowing. Knowing your mind, knowing your heart, knowing your courage. If we know ourselves, we're always home, anywhere. "
- Glinda, The Good Witch in "The Wiz"
Bonus: This is my favorite song from "The Wiz." This song is pure happiness to me...and well, it is a "Brand New Day."
I did. I think the words to this song are inspirational so I decided to feature it this morning (lyrics below). Enjoy!
"Black Butterfly" by Deniece Williams
Morning light, silken dreams take flight
As the darkness gives way to the dawn
You’ve survived, now your moment has arrived
Now your dream has finally been born
Black butterfly, sail across the waters
Tell your sons and daughters what the struggle brings
Black butterfly, set the skies on fire
Rise up even higher so the ageless winds of time can catch your wings
While you slept the promise was unkept
But your faith was as sure as the stars
Now you’re free and the world has come to see
Just how proud and beautiful you are
Black butterfly, sail across the waters
Tell your sons and daughters what the struggle brings
Black butterfly, set the skies on fire
Rise up even higher so the wind can catch your wings
Let the current lift your heart and send it soaring
Right your timeless message clear across the skies
So that all of us can read it and remember when we heed it
That a dream conceived in truth can never die, butterfly
Cos now you’re free and the world has come to see
Just how proud and beautiful you are
Black butterfly, sail across the waters
Tell your sons and your daughters what the struggle brings
Black butterfly, set the skies, set them on fire
Rise up even higher so the ageless winds of time can catch your wings
Fly butterfly, yeah, yeah
Nobody trips over mountains. It is the small pebble that causes you to stumble. Pass all the pebbles in your path and you will find you have crossed the mountain.
Do not let any unwholesome talk come out of your mouths, but only what is helpful for building others up according to their needs, that it may benefit those who listen.
