tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-85947044489071067582011-11-27T18:19:47.827-05:00Mocha Talk is a place for me to express what I am thinking and feeling. Sometimes I want to speak through my experiences and just get some things off my chest. You can also tune into my radio show Balanced Life where you can hear me and my guest discuss "life" topics on Tues. nights at 7:30 CST/8:30 EST at www.blogtalkradio.com/balancedlife.Chahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10719378948912945963noreply@blogger.comBlogger201100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8594704448907106758.post-24008707334406454512010-06-28T10:30:00.005-04:002010-06-28T22:27:18.705-04:00

It has almost been a year since I posted anything, shame on me. However, the best way to do anything is to just do it, so that is what I’m doing…doing it, again. I have a love for writing. I love how thoughts are expressed in words, which is something I have not always been able to do. As a child who grew up with a learning disability, scared to talk less alone to write, I can now write what I

Chahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10719378948912945963noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8594704448907106758.post-39185430093189104052009-08-13T12:59:00.002-04:002009-08-14T06:46:42.677-04:00

It has been a minute since I have taken the time to sit and write. I guess you can say that I haven’t been motivated, but I would rather skip the excuses and keep moving forward. My spirit has been moved by a few conversations and many thoughts. The other day I met with a fellow teacher who is about to return to the states as she has completed her year contract. We met to discuss my poetry, or at

Chahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10719378948912945963noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8594704448907106758.post-39755304918499087782009-07-05T08:49:00.002-04:002009-07-05T08:55:04.244-04:00

The world may be known without leaving the house ... Loa Tzu Verse 47: Toa Te ChingVerse 47: Toa Te ChingThe world may be knownWithout leaving the house; The Way may be seen Apart from the windows.The further you go,The less you will know.Accordingly, the Wise ManKnows without going, Sees without seeing,Today, I did stayed home and get some rest. Resting is a wonderful thing. When the mind is

Chahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10719378948912945963noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8594704448907106758.post-80749049938500418472009-04-28T23:44:00.001-04:002009-04-28T23:47:34.540-04:00

It’s been some time since I last wrote on my blog. I guess you could say I’ve been speechless, although I am sure that is not the case at all. I have had things on my mind, but nothing that I felt was worthy of space out on a website for the world to see. I normally give my advice or thoughts of encouragement, but I thought that I would try something new. So, I am writing about what I am thinking

Chahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10719378948912945963noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8594704448907106758.post-13008170886682680102009-04-01T19:15:00.003-04:002009-04-01T19:24:45.456-04:00

“When you are content to be simply yourself and don’t compare or compete, everybody will respect you.”-Loa Tzu I am an original masterpiece unique in every way imaginable. However, there were times when I looked at my worst and compared it to someone else’s perceived best. I believe we all fight the fight of comparing ourselves amongst ourselves, but the problem is that looks can be deceiving.

Chahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10719378948912945963noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8594704448907106758.post-45882717487701145892009-03-11T13:37:00.006-04:002009-03-12T00:01:44.064-04:00

It's not what's happening to you now or what has happened in your past that determines who you become. Rather, it's your decisions about what to focus on, what things mean to you, and what you're going to do about them that will determine your ultimate destiny.” – Anthony RobinsIs there more than one way to get where you’re going? Of course there is. However, many times we don’t get where we are

Chahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10719378948912945963noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8594704448907106758.post-23311905088487723922009-02-27T23:56:00.003-05:002009-02-28T00:08:11.906-05:00

“I've learned that everyone wants to live on top of the mountain, but all the happiness and growth occurs while you're climbing it.” UnknownWow, to me that quote is so profound. Last week I spoke about the journey and not knowing where the journey is actually taking me. Today, I want to appreciate the process. I remind myself that the destination in life is death, and I have never met anyone who

Chahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10719378948912945963noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8594704448907106758.post-53479769994190222392009-02-18T10:47:00.007-05:002009-02-18T20:17:38.209-05:00

Wait for the opportune moment, oh my heart.Everything happens in its own time.The gardener may flood the orchard with water,But the trees don’t bear fruit out of season.Barbara De AngelisThis is a very interesting time for me. I am preparing for yet another step in this journey we call life. There are many questions before me. Where I once knew the answers I find that I am redefining all that I

Chahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10719378948912945963noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8594704448907106758.post-48210156971809775432009-01-29T00:34:00.007-05:002009-01-29T13:46:59.290-05:00

Reader in Nashville, TN….Cha, I'd like to know why females are so distrusting and jealous of other females who try to do the right things... Who are happy, empowered and so comfortable in the skin they are in, and how can those confident, classy women positively deal with the negativity spewed their way...Why can't women truly form and forge real relationships and stop being so petty, hurting and

Chahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10719378948912945963noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8594704448907106758.post-9210960204562239172009-01-27T23:05:00.002-05:002009-01-27T23:35:21.521-05:00

I'm just passing something I got in an email along... 1) Quit arguing with people about the same old foolishness!-Respect their position and keep it moving!2) Quit telling people your secrets when you know they are not going to keep them!-And if you keep telling them, then quit getting mad when they tell your secrets!3) Quit trying to pull people on your journey who don't want to travel with you

Chahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10719378948912945963noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8594704448907106758.post-61478492207203705352009-01-27T10:32:00.003-05:002009-01-27T10:41:38.818-05:00

Let’s start something new. For everyone who reads and enjoys my blog I need to hear from you. I love helping people, especially my sister’s, and I want to know what you need and want to hear. How can Mocha Talk help you daily or weekly? What encourages you? What helps you get through the day? What do you really long to know more about?I want to take myself to a new level. I want to stretch myself

Chahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10719378948912945963noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8594704448907106758.post-78505786292132619272009-01-16T13:25:00.005-05:002009-01-16T13:40:45.197-05:00

On Tuesday, we will move forward as America accepts Barack Obama into office as our 44th President, and the very first African American President. Wow! This is history. This is going to be a moment when time does actually stop, and for one-second, things that once mattered will no long matter. Now, let me address that last statement, because I do not want people thinking that I believe President

Chahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10719378948912945963noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8594704448907106758.post-7192670248538420982009-01-12T12:57:00.003-05:002009-01-12T16:53:17.451-05:00

We are almost half way into this month and we should be well on our way to making New Years resolutions habit. If you are struggling don’t beat yourself up, remember to ask someone to hold you accountable and keep it moving.As I keep my eyes stead fast on my goals and moving toward the very things I desire there are no doubt obstacles. Quitting or resorting back to things that no longer serve my

Chahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10719378948912945963noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8594704448907106758.post-65462756876254835552009-01-05T22:22:00.004-05:002009-01-05T22:38:24.387-05:00

Here we are at day five of this wonderful New Year. How are you doing with your goals or resolutions? Well, I think I am off to a wonderful start. I have made an effort to go to the gym and workout and I am actually enjoying it. I have eliminated some unhealthy things out of my life. I have decided not to tolerate unloving acts against me. I am making better decisions about the things that I do,

Chahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10719378948912945963noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8594704448907106758.post-49644015152056042482009-01-01T21:32:00.002-05:002009-01-01T21:33:35.962-05:00

Well, we live to see yet another year. This year I am living my best life and having fun in the process. I’m listening to my inner voice and following the path that leads to fulfillment. In less than twenty days we will accept into office our first African-American President, and change will begin. However, I believe that change in already in progress. Have you prepared for the changes that you

Chahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10719378948912945963noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8594704448907106758.post-1078432789063869242008-12-11T18:05:00.004-05:002008-12-11T20:10:19.126-05:00

“I found the greatest love of allInside of meThe greatest love of allIs easy to achieveLearning to love yourselfIt is the greatest love of all” Whitney Huston, The Greatest Love of All I wish I could say that I have never forgotten the greatest love of all. How often have you forgotten to love yourself, first? It seems inconceivable to do anything else, but I have been guilty from time to time. I

Chahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10719378948912945963noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8594704448907106758.post-11534554521568705102008-12-06T18:19:00.002-05:002008-12-07T19:35:45.829-05:00

“Risk more than others think is safe…Care more that others think is wise…Dream more than others think is practical…Expect more than others think is possible…” (unknown)Today, I saw the above written on a frame and I took notice. It resonated for a while within my thoughts, which is why I decided to blog on it today. Most of my life I have stepped out of my comfort zone to risk what others deemed

Chahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10719378948912945963noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8594704448907106758.post-24913114550875991322008-12-04T02:47:00.003-05:002008-12-04T18:00:54.037-05:00

Patience is one of those things that you only gain through experience. At this moment I am relearning things I thought I had learned. I am reevaluating the things I thought I knew, only to find that I have a new perspective on old views. I am currently learning the power of “Letting Go.” I am learning to let go of past situations, people who no longer serve my best good, thoughts, behaviors, and

Chahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10719378948912945963noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8594704448907106758.post-51413822221572227242008-12-04T00:24:00.002-05:002008-12-04T00:43:52.509-05:00

Life is full of unexpected surprises and we must be prepared even when things seem to be overwhelming, to say the lease. The sun inspires me each morning because it gives me something to look forward to in the moments to come. It is unfortunate that we take for granted the smallest of things, which are true blessings, from the moment we open ours eyes to the moment we retire in hope of a new

Chahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10719378948912945963noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8594704448907106758.post-80423751911615957592008-10-10T19:13:00.001-04:002008-12-04T00:20:06.925-05:00

"If all your life you‘ve been your own worst enemy, then when will you allow yourself to become your own best friend…. "I woke up this morning only to find that I would be in a conversation about the expression of love. In my last relationship I stayed because I wanted him to understand that he was loveable, and when I finally walked away, after he cheated, I learned that I was the one being

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