It’s so easy to lose perspective … to feel sorry for ourselves … to be jealous of someone who seems to have more … to place too much importance on winning a competition. Then something or someone can come along to jolt us back into reality … to help us realize just how much we have to be grateful for.
Some of the horrific happenings this spring have been those sorts of reminders. They can’t help but remind us that we’re really not in control of our lives … that we need to show gratitude for what we have and make each moment count.
Another reminder and inspiration is Abby Rike from the 2009 Biggest Loser show.
You can read about Abby Rike in these posts:
- ‘Biggest Loser’s’ journey begins after four tragic words
- There Is Life After Tragedy
- ‘Biggest loser’ star gains new life
Here’s an update video in two parts from May 2019:
Christopher Reeve said something similar through his life and words:
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I also like the Richard Bach quote “Cherish yesterday, Dream tomorrow, Live today.”
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The quotes were amazing. I try to live this way everyday. There are times when life gets me down and then I look around and see it’s not that bad.
Especially around this weekend, remembering the men and women who sacrificed their lives so others can live free.
I came over from the blog hop that never growing old hosts.
Thanks so much, Abbie! This weekend definitely makes me stop and think, too! Have a wonderful Memorial Day! 🙂
Abby is definitely inspiring. We just got her book in the radio station I work at, and we are all waiting in line to read it.
I am dropping by from 40 and Over Follow Friday, I hope you can stop by too.
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Thanks so much for your comment, Kelly! It’s wonderful that you’re all reading her book! I’ll be stopping by to visit your blog shortly! 🙂
Found you on the Follow over 40 hop…. Hope you will follow back. I can’t wait to hear all about your figure skaters…..and getting to know you.
Thanks so much for your comment, Kim! I’ll look forward to getting to know you, too! I’ll be visiting your blog soon! 🙂
Wow–We love Abby around here for a lot of reasons, but mostly because we relate. As my niece (now daughter) pushes herself to live after also losing her entire family, it is always an inspiration to watch a courageous, strong woman choose to live in spite of tragedy. Glad there are role models out there.
Thanks so much for your comment, Mary! It’s hard to imagine what Abby and your niece (now daughter) went through. It’s sad that there’s so much in common, but Abby definitely makes a wonderful role model. Wishing you and your family every blessing! 🙂
I am visiting from somegirlswebsite thought provoking thursday. Thank you for sharing such an inspirational post.
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Thanks so much, Charity! Have a wonderful weekend! 🙂
I love inspirational quotes. I put a different on the board every day of my teaching…including summer school. I just discovered you through the blog hop! I will be a new follower…please come visit me and follow as well!! I will return!
Thanks, Pam! I love that you put an inspirational quote on the board every day … lucky students! Have a great weekend! 🙂
Thank you so much for sharing this amazingly inspirational post and these great videos.
Thanks so much for your very kind comment! Have a wonderful rest of the weekend! 🙂