EVERYBODY DANCE NOW!

This time of the year, Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Years, is one of happiness and joy; but for many it is one of sadness. No doubt you may be thinking about the pain of the abuse you suffered. And even though you are starting your life over, the memories remain, both good and bad. You will remember the Thanksgiving Day when there were no fights. The joyous Christmas mornings when there was peace and love flowing at home. The squeals of joy from your children when they opened their presents. Most assuredly, you will remember that New Year's Day when all hell broke loose. I know, been there.

Please don't think this post is about making light of your painful memories. Remember, I have them as well. But what I hope to accomplish is getting you to think about the days ahead. You may want to go to college, get that degree in law, or just get your GED. With our economy the way it is presently, you may have considered starting your own business. Work at home opportunities are just waiting to be created by someone as smart and determined as yourself.

So with these challenges in mind, I want to pause and bring you a music video for your down days. We all have them, and domestic violence will cause them to resurface over and over again, if we focus on them. Just in case this happens to be one of those days that you are wondering how you are going to make it, just stop thinking about it for a moment. I know that sounds easier said than done. But you know what? It works!

When my brain is on overload, I have to do something to ease the pressure. Watching this video isn't enough. I want you to get up from your seat, and shake some booty. It doesn't matter if your can't dance, so what! Just get up and shake it off anyhow.

Things may not be all that you would like them to be right now, but with faith and trust in God, your situation will get better. You have to believe this.

I promise you this really cute video of dancing penguins will put a smile on your face. Music is a great healer. But do yourself a favor and stay away from those "somebody done somebody wrong songs." They will only make you depressed and think about things that you want to forget. Looking back will only arrest your development. It serves no purpose. Try listening to a different kind of music like soft jazz.

If the kids are down too, get them up and on the dance floor to dance with you. You have a lot to celebrate. You've made it through a really tough time, and you are still alive. Your better days are ahead, not behind you. There are many opportunities that await you, you just have to stay strong and positive. Don't forget this very real fact, there is life after the rain; life after the pain.

So promise me that you will GET UP AND SHAKE THAT BOOTY! Like the song says, "Everybody Dance Now!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tdyTEWEQYHQ