Don't Give Up -- ADAPT!

So there's this dog. Been on lots of TV talk shows (I've seen her on Oprah and Ellen and I'm sure she's been elsewhere) and video clips of her have been sent all over the world. What's so special about this dog named "Faith"? She only has two legs. This dog stands upright and walks like a human! And is just as happy and tail-waggin' as can be! Amazing! Right?



History and science has shown us that we've evolved or adapted to our surroundings. Africans' skin produces darker pigmentation in order to shield them from the harsh tropical sun, for example. A blind boy learns to "see" by using oral clicking sounds like sonar radar - he can even rollerblade and play basketball!



We are the highest form of living being on this planet (that we know of). We are made in God's image. We have emotions and intelligence - these are the things that set us apart from the other animals. We are supposed to be strong not only in body, but also in mind and spirit. So why do we throw in the towel so easily when things get rough? Why do we get depressed or stay in ruts for months or years at a time? Why do we let set backs stop us so easily? They are just that - "set backs" not "the end". They may set you back, but you gotta keep going.

I show the example of Faith, the dog, and Ben, the sonar-seeing boy, to exemplify how when people are faced with adversity and hardship, they don't have to give up. We can ADAPT.

Yeah, you know the old adage, "When life gives you lemons, make lemonade!" Well why not make lemon creme pie? Or a coconut-lemon cake? Or even a nice chicken penne with a lemon-butter sauce? (Sorry - I missed lunch today.) The point is, there are many ways to work around that thing that keeps getting in your way.

There is no limit to what we can do if we learn to stay focused and keep moving forward no matter what. If an obstacle appears, build a bridge and get over it! If you throw a pity party, you'll find the only guest who wants to be there is you. And if you keep getting hit with the same ole mess, it's time to reinvent, rework or redirect. Try something different than what you've been doing. With faith and perseverance, all things are possible.

Peace and blessings.