Sunday, February 12, 2012

When Given a Do-Over, Let's Live!!

Today is a melancholy day...but I find joy in it because it's another one I've been given to do something, do something different or even do it over.

Like much of the world, I'm in shock and in pain over the loss of Whitney Houston. The woman was incredible, regardless of the negativity she endured in the media the last couple of decades. Even though I keep hearing people say it's not a shock; it is to me. I'm even more shocked that people just don't seem to care about human life or the sacredness of the deceased. How can you reduce a person to their faults like WHAT they did is WHO they are? I'll never understand that. That woman gave the world WAY more reasons to celebrate her than to condemn her.

It never mattered to me what troubles she faced, I have always and "will always love you", Whitney. I saw she had demons, so I said a little prayer when I saw such craziness in the news. I'm so sad to hear of her constant struggles, but I'm glad she shared her God given talent with the world; her gift that proved to be much bigger than her addiction. Her body of work includes dozens of classics and no one can do it quite like her. May she rest in total peace...she always knew Jesus loved her (and us), no matter what.

Losing someone, even if you don't know them, always brings on a time for reflection. Reflection of our lives, our own actions or lack of them, and a conviction to do something. If you're happy with your life the way it is great, keep doing what you're doing. If you're not, get to living. If you have breath, you have been given a do-over. Let's live!!

My affirmation for today was in memory of Whitney Houston, 
"I know my Life has meaning and I make it 
meaningful every day!!" 

36 comments:

  1. Beautiful post, Latisha. Like you, when I hear stories of struggle, I stop for a second and offer a prayer. So many celebrities become fodder for comedians, and while I appreciate that their behavior can sometimes be comical, knowing that another human being is lost and in pain doesn't make me laugh. Everyone struggles at times, everyone is weak and in need of support and prayer. Everyone.

    This: "If you're happy with your life the way it is great, keep doing what you're doing. If you're not, get to living. If you have breath, you have been given a do-over." is perfect. Wise, wise words.

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    1. Thank you so much for stopping by and reading my post. I appreciate you sharing your thoughts about the matter too. Everyone does struggle and it's comforting when people can say nice things and disturbing when they decide to judge. Humanity does still exist in the midst of our troubles and that is a good thing.

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  2. She as a special person with an incredible voice, sad she is gone!

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    1. Very sad, but guess what Claudia? We're still here, so let's make our mark on the world too!! Enjoy your day and thank you so much for stopping by!!

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  3. Beautifully written Latisha. If more people in this world shared your spirit it would be a much happier world. God bless you.

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    1. Thank you Kat!! I really appreciate your words. God bless you too!!

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  4. Thank you Latisha...you expressed it so very well.

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    1. Thank you Karen, just speaking from my heart. Thank you so much for reading and sharing!!

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  5. Sometimes we are too quick to judge on others. Some people just can't win over their demons and they are the ones who need our help more while we still can. Beautiful tribute :D

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    1. Yes, compassion before crucifixion!! Thank you for stopping by and for your words.

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  6. Whitney Houston was an amazing talent, and it truly saddened me to hear of her death. I actually cried, which I usually never do with celebrities since I obviously didn't know them. Whitney Houston was my idol when I was a little girl, I listened to The Bodyguard and her first 2 albums on my cassette tape-walkman constantly. There was just something about her voice that cannot be compared to anyone else. I will absolutely always love her and I hope she is at peace. *hugs* to you.

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    1. Yes she was ElizabethSheryl and she will NEVER be forgotten. I cried too, for her loss, her struggles and the struggles of all. I also weeped for those who hurt so bad, they spew negativity. I rest in knowing there are people like you and others who indeed have a heart and are not afraid to express it. Hugs to you too and thank you!!

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  7. Absolutely beautifully scribed and I love the thoughts behind it. Judging is not for us, but for our creator in the end. I love the what you do isn't who you are thing. I have said that a million times. I love you though I do not like what you have done is not any easy way to live, but it is the best way and I strive for that daily. Obviously you do as well.

    She will live through her music forever and such a truly remarkable gift she has given us all should give her the right to nothing but respect now. I am hoping that is exactly what happens, but have little faith in our media being respectful even of such a tremendous talent.

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    1. Right, unconditional love is what Jesus taught and like I strive for it daily. No one wants to be judged by their mistakes and as many as we make, our lives are NOT just the sum of those errors.

      Thank you for your words. I just recently started reading your blogs and I love your friendly and genuine nature that shines through. I appreciate you stopping by today!!

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  8. Lovely post Latisha. Whitney was eulogized by a music critic on Sunday Morning. He reminded us that Whitney's music was for all of us, but her life and memories were for her family. I respect that.

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    1. That is so true Diva!! I just wanted to express what she shared with the world through her music was a gift, one that will live on in many of us. Thank you for reading and posting!!

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  9. great post. Let's live - so true.

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  10. Brilliant post! It sickens me how the media tears apart someone who gave so much to this world while they were here. I don't understand why they are so quick to pick at every flaw. No one is perfect, and no one has the benefit of redoing any part of their life or erasing any mistakes. She was human, just like everyone else.

    Kathy
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    1. Thank you Kathy!! I agree, it's disgusting how they swallow up HUMAN BEINGS and spit them out. I saw Whitney's 2002 interview where she said she loved what she does, but it wasn't fun anymore because of the people, just being about money. It's so sad.

      I appreciate you stopping by and I will be trying one of those recipes very soon here!!

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  11. Great post! I was so shocked when I heard she had died. Her life may have been chaotic & plagued w/ addiction, but all of that disappeared when she sang. RIP Whitney

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    1. Yes it did. Thank you Trish!! I appreciate you being here and commenting.

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  12. Perfection is expected for those who grace the public eye, but I have to wonder if anyone could stand up to the microscopic measures if they were under the looking glass. Nice tribute to Whitney, and nice to meet you too!

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    1. Exactly, it's difficult to be in the public eye. Everyone is flawed and it's 1000 times worse when the whole world is judging you.

      Thank you for reading. I appreciate the compliment and nice meeting you too!!

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  13. It would be great to leave a gift to everyone such as Whitney did with her voice and songs which are part of our lives. Looking ahead is the thing and remembering the things that brought us joy.

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    1. Yes, I agree with you wholeheartedly!! Thank you for reading!!

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  14. Beautiful post. "If you have breath, you have been given a do-over. Let's live!!" Just beautiful!!

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  15. Sadly, the media prefer to rake the mud, but I agree with you; we should celebrate the enormous talent a very beautiful lady shared with the world.

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    1. Yes and that's so sad. Thank you and I appreciate you reading!!

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  16. Great post. Except for the snippets while I am trying to catch the weather I have not watched one bit of live television or stayed long enough on yahoo.com to see/hear the negativity. I was really rooting for her when she came on Oprah to say she was coming back. She looked good then. :-( It's so sad. I'm stopping by from GBE2 on FB but I would love for you read what I wrote Sunday...http://www.kenyagjohnson.com/blog/2012/2/12/honorable-discharge.html

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    1. Thank you Kenya!! Yes, the media is harsh, but we all make choices. My point is we are not the choices we make; they don't make us who we are. No matter what the media says, even in death Whitney continues to make an impact on lives (you should definitely check out the funeral). Thanks for stopping by.

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  17. She was such a beautiful and talented woman.

    Joyce
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