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Monday, November 14, 2011

Monday Motivation: The Journey

"The best journeys are not always in straight lines."
David Baird



One thing I know is true... despite whatever plans I make, they may not turn out as I'd planned. This truth doesn't stop me from planning. But it does provide me the gift of knowing that when a turn, a road block, or a rock is thrown in my path, it's there for a reason.

Perhaps I have something to learn, an experience I need to embrace, or simply my plan wasn't ready for the world, yet. My career has been anything but a straight line. I've been furloughed, cutback, bankrupt, bumped, and shutdown, but with each experience I have learned something.

If you asked me what I value in life, I would say learning, growth, and experience. Despite what I thought at the time of my career path, I got exactly what I desired. Everything you desire will come to you with time, too, if you don't give up and are able to flow with the curves life throws your way. Accept, and keep going.

How straight has your journey been?

Enjoy the Journey!

XOXO Karlene


Posted by Karlene Petitt at 12:05 AM

12 comments:

  1. Rick S Geiger - Call Me @585-230-5511November 14, 2011 at 3:54 AM

    Your blog is terrific...please keep writing

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  2. LaurenNovember 14, 2011 at 5:05 AM

    Well said Karlene, thanks x

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  3. thebluemuse, phdNovember 14, 2011 at 7:34 AM

    Wise words, thank you!

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  4. JunNovember 14, 2011 at 11:07 AM

    Thank you for sharing inspirational story,Karlene san!!! Yes!!!I agree with you.I don't wanna give up to pursuit of dream,and keep going!!!!No matter what obstacle I encounter in the road,I will cope with it with friends help and by myself.haha!
    Have a great day,
    Jun

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  5. Linda GrayNovember 14, 2011 at 12:47 PM

    Perfect thought for today, thanks! My journey? Thankfully a winding road with lots of curves. Makes a person love those straight stretches all the more.

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  6. UnknownNovember 14, 2011 at 6:23 PM

    I have to remind myself of this all the time. If everything had gone as planned, I wouldn't be flying, or I wouldn't have gotten to fly with Jesse or Ross, or I might not have met you! Such a sad thought. I'm glad it turned out differently.

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  7. HeatherNovember 14, 2011 at 10:25 PM

    Wait, some people's journeys are straight?! Mine at times has been curvy enough to make me throw up. ;)

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  8. Karlene PetittNovember 14, 2011 at 10:34 PM

    Rick, thank you so much! I really appreciate the wonderful comment.

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  9. Karlene PetittNovember 14, 2011 at 10:35 PM

    Thank you so much Lauren!

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  10. Karlene PetittNovember 14, 2011 at 10:36 PM

    Thank you so much BlueMuse! Curvy roads for all.

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  11. Karlene PetittNovember 14, 2011 at 10:38 PM

    Thank you Jun, no matter where the windy road will take you, you will be a success. I know it! Keep flying strong.

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  12. Karlene PetittNovember 14, 2011 at 10:42 PM

    Linda, thank you so much for the great comment. Yes, those curves do make us appreciate the straight all that better.

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