Having the last word

As I know I am not the only one who must have the last word in an argument, I wonder what damage this trait has had on our lives? In order for us to be the winner of a challenge, an argument, a place in this world, do we establish essentially nothing of worth--nothing of value? Do we forsake our own well being in order to have the last word in a debate that ultimately means very little?


I am the most competitive person I know, this we know. However, every battle I encounter takes its toll on my spirit and I no longer wish to have my very being become the collateral damage. To fight with someone just so they may see my way is ridiculous...I know they cannot convince me to agree with their reasoning or opinion so it stands to reason that if I think I can convince another human being to agree with mine is just plain stupid.

Live your life, as you chose...have your opinions, have your ways, take your stance...it is not for me to try and change. I will agree to live my life, to have my opinions, and I will certainly take my stance. I will grab my place in this world and if you do not violate my space, I will not violate yours.

Use caution when you enter someones world. Do not intend to do harm, but be honest with yourself when you do and offer an apology. Be gracious, be respectful, be mindful of where that person may be in their life. They may be in a position of weakness, may be vulnerable so take heed. Not one person in this world has the right to abuse another...you have no right to leave a person's spirit more damaged when you leave them. To destroy a person's beauty is not admirable, it's just pathetic.

There are many words that I just love...they invoke such emotion that I have many written down in a book. Respect, Admiration, Sunshine, Dreamer, Beauty, Awesome, Strength, Promise, Integrity, Honesty, Graciousness, Healer, Trust-worthy...I have so many choices but they all seem to have a common thread. If you have not yet figured what that thread is, maybe you need to delve into your soul and open your eyes to the person you are and realize some adjustments may be in order.

With love...