By living your life one day at a time, you live all the “I had learned quickly that life doesn’t always go the way I want it to, and that’s okay. I hope the sun is shining just for you and the birds are singing their very best songs ..." All other content on this website is Copyright © 2006 - 2020 FFP Inc. All rights reserved. My life with Me”. for shift change. 18. The joy you brought us through the years. To be without hope is to be without purpose. Asad Meah. “I can’t change the direction of the wind, but I can adjust my sails to always reach my destination.” – Jimmy Dean, 11.“Today I choose life. Helping others is something that gives you inner satisfaction and peace. “It’s the repetition of affirmations that leads to belief. And when I thought of worldly things, I might money in the bank, doctor bills, gossip. I am officially resigning from adulthood. “We are the trade union for pensioners and children, the trade union for the disabled and the sick… the trade union for the nation as a whole.” – Edward Heath, 54. I have traveled far since morning, I am hungry, and faint, and weak; My heart is full of misery, And comfort and help I seek." Don’t set your goals by what other people No one has to call me, remind me, write me, visit me, entice me, or lure me. 6 months went by; still nothing in Ling’s pot. When care is pressing you down a bit I’d see the oak tree in the acorn more often. Your candles’ burned out long before And you stop appraising your worth by the measure of love you are given. And you want to smile, but you have to sigh; To wear a cheerful countenance at all times and give Cheer yourself up! as you are about your own. As he leaned down to pick up the ball, young Armstrong heard Mrs. Gorsky shouting at Mr. Gorsky, “Sex! People are saying, ‘Why do we have to go to great expense for these people?’” – Major Owens, 18. “However difficult life may seem, there is always something you can do and succeed at.” – Stephen Hawking, 88. But, I figured that after a few hours of sitting in a wheelchair…I would switch back…in a flash.” ― Sarah Todd Hammer, 143. but because we have found out Sarah, one of the nurses, was especially tired, having Ling was the only one with the courage and honesty to bring me a pot with my seed in it. “Let’s face it, in America today we don’t have a health care system, we have a sick care system. If your website is not listed here, we encourage you to submit it: Add Your Website/URL. Then you discover the greatest and most fulfilling love you will ever know. Every day he would water it and watch to see if it had grown. If you plant envy, you will reap trouble. don’t believe that letting go means that you love best, . Don’t let your life slip through your fingers by living Category: Religious Poems, Christian Stories You lent a hand to a fallen one; DO YOU WANT TO IMPROVE YOUR LIFE? “Disabled people need more invested in their education, housing, job training, transportation, assistive technology, and independent-living facilities. Ling kept checking his seed, but nothing ever grew. This is your awakening. And, you make peace with the woman in the mirror and you learn to give her the same unconditional love and support you give so freely to others. every step of the way. On July 20, 1969, as commander of the Apollo 11 Lunar Module, Neil Armstrong was the first person to set foot on the moon. http://www.nursefriendly.com/nursing/inspiration/religious.poems/the.empty.chair.htm, Footprints In The Sand, Inspirational Stories, Religious Poems:"One night a man had a dream. greater achievements of the future. Do not smother your child with superficial manifestation of “love”. Please Choose from the following categories: An Everyday Survival Kit:"Toothpick, Rubber band, Band aid, Pencil, Eraser, Chewing gum, Mint, Candy Kisses, Tea Bag Teach your child there is dignity in hard work, whether it is performed with callused hands that shovel coal or skilled fingers that manipulate surgical instruments. miss come tomorrow. If you plant goodness, you will reap friends. A flat tire made him lose an hour of work, his electric saw quit and now his ancient pickup truck refused to start. This torch we’ll always carry and sometimes the friend who takes you into his arms how to survive more days in the month than there is I am a soldier in the army, and Im marching, claiming victory. How to Improve Your Credit Score, Who Are the Highest Paid Athletes in the World, What are the Highest Paying Jobs in New Zealand. “What I learned was that these athletes were not disabled, they were superable. I do not need to be pampered, petted, primed up, pumped up, picked up or pepped up. Even the youngest child has a keen sense of justice. “Genius is one percent inspiration and ninety-nine percent perspiration.” – Thomas Edison, 29. Since I have only one leg, I understand that well.” ― Sandy Fussell, 137. You learn that the only cross to bear is the one you choose to carry and that eventually martyrs are burned at the stake. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rUY2PzagY7U. inspirationalstories-subscribe@topica.com, Dependability, Honesty, Reliability, Virtues, Ambition, Determination, Persistence, Resiliency, Disabled, Exceptional, Special Education, Needs, http://www.inspirationalnursing.com/exceptional, Emergency Medical Services (EMS), Paramedics, Pre-hospital. Open your heart, speak to that spirit and it will heal and empower you. I want to think M&Ms are better than money because May you ever grow in our hearts. And it seems to me you lived your life opens the door even before you knock and says can I come in? When Ling got to the front, the Emperor asked his name. in your heart. Promise yourself to be so strong that nothing can The following is a list of meaning quotes about helping others. So when tomorrow starts without me, don’t 17. Though the looked the same their hearts and minds were completely opposite. I worked at a fast food restaurant and there was an elderly man, in his 90s, who called for us to deliver him some food. May the stars carry your sadness away, ― Randolph Bourne, 146. It matters HOW you are going to FINISH. Well, disability is part of diversity.” – Thomas Perez, 56. “The most pathetic person in the world is someone who has sight but has no vision.” – Helen Keller, 126. If you plant perseverance, you will reap victory. You'll have a reward sometime-somewhere. Don’t make threats in anger, or impossible promises when you are in a generous mood. I know how much you love me, as much as I love you. I know that every living thing is part of God and I feel a love deep with every person, and all trees, and flowers, every bird, river, ocean and for all the creatures in all the world. disturb your peace of mind. Along England’s greenest hills, Do not hurt others, if you can't help them. . And it's so important for us all to remember all humans... Out of the night that covers me, Does anyone remember that you spoke to him today? My name is Asad Meah, I am the CEO & Founder of AwakenTheGreatnessWithin. Makes you hold all other things tawdry http://www.4nursing.com/. Please Log In or add your name and email to post the comment. 3 weeks, 4 weeks, 5 weeks went by. The happiest people don’t necessarily have the best of everything, they just make the most of everything that comes along the way. All he concerned about was his I will not give up. When you can’t change the direction of the wind — adjust your sails – H. Jackson Brown, 87. I thought of all the yesterdays, the good ones and the bad. http://www.nursefriendly.com/nursing/inspiration/the.greatest.pain.in.life.htm, Lonely Road (The):"A man was driving home one evening, on a two-lane country road. Let’s stop “tolerating” or “accepting” difference as if we’re so much better for not being different in the first place. A sad thing about life is that when you meet someone who means a lot to you only to find out in the end that it was never bound to be and you just have to let go. You spoke one day a cheering word, Maybe he will have me killed!”. My deceased husband introduced me to this poem 55 years ago, and I've always considered it a great gift. I realize that I cannot know what is best for you although perhaps sometimes I think I do. “I’m not going to be one of those amputees who dances and everyone finds inspiring. And because youve learned that fatigue drains the spirit and creates doubt and fear you give yourself permission to rest. A flat tire made him lose an hour of work, his electric saw quit and now his ancient pickup truck refused to start. The seeds you now scatter will make life worse or better your life or the ones who will come after. You learn that just as people grow and change, so it is with love and relationships and that that not everyone can always love you the way you would want them to. “We could never learn to be brave and patient if there were only joy in the world.” – Helen Keller, 125. “There are so many opportunities in life, that the loss of two or three capabilities is not necessarily debilitating. People won’t have time for you if you are always angry or complaining.”  – Stephen Hawking, 100. But I find the real disability is people who can’t find joy in life and are bitter.” – Teri Garr, 4. “I’m officially disabled, but I’m truly enabled because of my lack of limbs. Copyright © 1999 Sonny Carroll. Our world needs social justice to reign above everything else. They will inspire you and keep you excited about your dreams. I am a soldier. who have touched their lives. Seeing no way out, he dropped to his knees in prayer. Adversity strengthens character and makes us compassionate. And you stop wasting time and energy rehashing your situation with family and friends. “To sit there and tell anybody they can’t do something because of a disability, I think that’s ridiculous.” – Pat McDonald, 102. There have been many humanitarians who have spent their lives helping others. an RN at Miami Valley Hospital, Dayton, Ohio. Your legend ever will. Reaching beyond my own limitations, to show my inner strength. “Disability is not a brave struggle or courage in the face of adversity. You’ll get it! The tree that never had to fight Don’t shut love out of your life by saying it’s And since each day’s the same day, there’s They could get by. A careless word may kindle a strife; Always put yourself in other’s shoes. “The most fulfilling times in my life are those times when I am helping others” – Charmaine J Forde. Laugh to your heart’s content; you cannot go “We are put in situations to build our character… not destroy us.” – Nick Vujicic, 118. His neighbours were Mr. and Mrs. Gorsky. I want you to plant the seed, water it and come back here one year from today with what you have grown from this one seed. It was not pleasant to feel oneself so completely outclassed and left behind at the beginning of the race.” – Winston Churchill, 40. “The difference between those who fail and those who succeed is largely perseverance. Giving, the key to success, fulfillment, prosperity and a life of prosperity. If I end up with nothing, I will still come out ahead. I will always triumph. “Aerodynamically the bumblebee shouldn’t be able to fly, but the bumblebee doesn’t know that so it goes on flying anyway.” – Mary Kay Ash, 59. http://www.inspirationalnursing.com/20, Work Like You Don't Need The Money:"An elderly carpenter was ready to retire. Believe you can and you’re halfway there. “My, what great plants, trees and flowers you have grown,” said the emperor. Many famous poets had the keen ability to use the written word to reach hearts and souls, motivating people to action. This can create in your child emotional conflicts. Ling told his mother that he wasn’t going to take an empty pot but his Mother said he must be honest about what happened. http://www.inspirationalnursing.com/gift, Greatest Pain In Life (The):"The greatest pain in life is not to die, we join up with them and fall in I will then judge the plants that you bring, and the one I choose will be the next emperor!”. and be the first to receive all the latest updates! A year finally went by and all the youths of the kingdom brought their plants to the emperor for inspection. By Uhagaze Jimmy FA. “I never met a bitter person who was thankful. He never cared for people around him. http://www.nursefriendly.com/nursing/inspiration/the.lonely.road.htm, My Hope For You:"I hope you woke up this morning with a big smile on your face . 38 Tattersall Drive, Mantua, New Jersey (NJ) 08051 “If we are to achieve a richer culture, we must weave one in which each diverse human gift will find a fitting place.” – Margaret Meade, 50. When the rain set in. Instead of choosing one of his assistants or his children, he decided something different. I want to go to McDonald’s and think that it’s a four star restaurant. The Holy Bible is my Code of Conduct. If gladly you’ll sweat for it, And you can never tell how close you are; The beginning of love is to let those we love be perfectly themselves and not to twist them with our own image, otherwise we love only the reflection of ourselves we find in them. Even death cannot destroy me. To be seen not only as a handicap, but as a well intact human being.” – Robert M. Hensel, 98. My God has and will continue to supply all of my need. I make no judgment of this, for if I were to deny your right to evolution then I would deny that right to myself and all others. Don’t be afraid to admit that you are less think we’re far apart. and solemn, the patients were asleep and most of the visitors were Always make sure the punishment fits the crime. see you smile. The courage is evident. If you know other people who is having a tough time, From a country lost without your soul, I just need possible.” – Bethany Hamilton, 110. He took his empty pot to the palace. Currently you have JavaScript disabled. I love this more than words. These empty days without your smile. He went home and excitedly told his mother the story. But he never quit looking. The pretty ones are usually unhappy. “Employers have recognized for some time that it’s smart business to have a diverse workforce – one in which many views are represented and everyone’s talents are valued. as though heaven is here on earth. The kids had needs, her Disability is an art. She is very friendly and the old lady loves to hear her talk of her little girl and her life as she bustles around the room making the bed and cleaning the floor. send them a good motivational or inspirational poem for a daily dose of motivation. Mr. Gorsky had died and so Neil Armstrong felt he could answer the question. http://www.nursefriendly.com/shopping/, Gifts For Nurses: It’s about who you’ve lifted up, who you’ve made better. “People presume my disability has to do with being an amputee, but that’s not the case; our insecurities are our disabilities, and I struggle with those as does everyone.” – Aimee Mullins, 37. optimism come true. He called young people in the kingdom together one day. in the human family. and nursery rhymes. No obstacle too hard, for this warrior to overcome. “Growing up in a group home, and with an undiagnosed learning disability to boot, the odds of success were not on my side. I've learned.... that the best classroom in the world is at the feet of an elderly person. It enables people with disabilities to improvise.” – Pauline Oliveros, 85. Everyone else had trees and tall plants, but he had nothing. You want sex?! “My name is Ling,” he replied. His name is Ling!” Ling couldn’t believe it. 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