RSS

Author Archives: Norvie L. Cherry

About Norvie L. Cherry

Hello, my name is NORVIE L. CHERRY, I am a 3rd stage Breast Cancer Survivor, Storyteller, Motivational Speaker, Blogger and Published Author. I have written a book, "I Survived 60 Years to Get Cancer,Then Kill it/The Norvie L. Cherry Story." The book is based on my own personal experiences. I started this blog because I have a couple of things to say. NOW that will be a hoot since I have a robust sense of humor. I love a good story and I love telling one. Enjoy! Purchase book at: xulonpress.com Join website at: norvielcherry.com, or e-mail me at: norviep2@att.net

CAN WE TALK?

Contacts can be found at the bottom of each post, and sharing is encouraged.

The evidence of conversion is not a decision card to be filled out; it’s a life being lived out. Paul Washer

I think that some should read that again? I did, that’s why I am writing about it.

I have been watching this Ever Changing World since I was old enough to understand what I was seeing and hearing in the mid 50s. Now, here I am in the 21st Century and have come to the conclusion that there is no such thing as a decent conversation. Especially one on one.

Well, at least I know what happened to the small talk, but it took so long to find out what was right in front of my face… No one is listening.

Technology has found a way for even the weakest to bring down giants. Call me Anonymous, is the new name of the game. With that type of power, people are turning to the Dark Side in Broad Daylight.

These days we text, message, etc., and no one know who we are. We even sit on the same sofa with those who do, and not a word is passed between us. But that’s not what irks me. I want to write about how the lost art of having a simple conversation, can start an all in all, life as we used to know it, War.  

We have to start by being careful with those we listen to as well.

Did you know, we can’t even trust the ones that seem to be listening, simply because they can barely keep their mouths shut? It’s hard for them to wait long enough for a word, any word, as to change your conversation. This chosen word, is always taken out of context, and everything starts to go downhill from there.

I didn’t know you could change a conversation that hasn’t happened? You?

One or two words are not a conversation. All I know is, I don’t believe this to be a mistake. People want the floor and your undivided attention for all the wrong reasons. I believe cutting people off has always been just another calculated way to upset most.

Maybe this action is fueled by a fear, a fear of looking foolish because of a lack of education, etc…. I don’t really believe that, either. People are just mean, rude, inconsiderate.

I have been talking to people on the phone, and in person who I know can hear me, yet they continue this Fake Conversation as if I were deaf.

You know, like when we get a sales call, and you are trying to tell the salespersons this is a product you cannot use, and they keep talking anyway. Now that’s when you have to cut the conversation off, for real.

What can really push my buttons, is to know, the person I am speaking with is responding to something that’s not even remotely connected to the conversation we were having, and they know that. This only makes matters worse, because like I said, all it takes is one word to cut you off in order to trigger a response that has nothing to do with what you’re trying to say.

Weather you knew it or not, it takes two to have one conversation, unless you are talking to yourself; which is acceptable in my book. Then there are those who are so sure of what others may say, (the mind-readers), they naturally assume all that is needed are a few bars, sort of like Name the Tune in just a few seconds, then there are those who believe there is no such thing as Your Side or The Rest of the Story; right there lies another problem.

When people intentionally misinterpret your words, stand back, it’s their words, not yours that have no value, or real meaning. Stand back from those who try to turn your own words against you. If not, this can only lead to a life full of misery, and misunderstandings coupled with unnecessary altercations.

Did you know, without the ability to have a conversation rooted in truth and honesty, we lose the ability to move forward in a way that would be for the betterment of all? Some lose their soul? Especially if they can’t talk about it.

It’s Something to Think About!

Jesus is Lord!

Join this blog at http://norvielcherry.com

Do you have an opinion? E-mail me at norviep2@att.net

Get your copy of I Survived 60 Years to get Cancer, Then Kill It./The Norvie L. Cherry Story at http://amazon.com

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 
11 Comments

Posted by on April 4, 2022 in Something To Think About

 

APPLY WITHIN!

Contacts can be found at the bottom of each post, and sharing is encouraged.

APPLY WITHIN!

The bible tells us to Delight yourself in the LORD. He shall give you all the desires of your heart. Psalm 37:4.

It has also been said that only a few men during their lifetime come anywhere near exhausting the resources dwelling within them. Especially, if they stop and throw stones at every dog that barks.

You have to apply within to set goals, even if they are almost impossible to reach, so don’t take to heart what your peers say. Step away from those who don’t or won’t acknowledge your talent, or consider you to be a fool, simply because your calling is different from theirs.

You are you and there is no one like you, so what matters are the goals you have set for yourself, and the health of your future.

In the beginning, fighting for your heart’s desires can be terrifying, scary, and at the same time be amazing. The thing is, that’s what life is all about. Dreaming and chasing dreams until they are realized.

Do not give any satisfaction to those who are standing on the sidelines, judging your life.  Although at times, that can be challenging, I suggest you ignore the ignorant, face your fears, including your peer’s unqualified opinions, then choose what makes you tick.

When storms come, and they will, remember, if there is no struggle, there is no strength or progress.

Bernard Kelvin Clive tells us, When the storms do come: you can only allow them to slow you down, but you don’t let them stop you. There will be delays and disappointments, but you have to keep pushing through it.

Never allow things you can’t prevent stop you from doing the things you can, and don’t let the struggle make you a victim. You have a choice; take what you have been given or allow it to tear you down. The thing is to never give up, just try again tomorrow.

Whatever you do, don’t kid yourself, conflicts are never about the surface issues. They are always about the ones that were unsaid, untreated, and unhealed wounds left to fester…

I suggest that you don’t be one of those people who create their own storms, then get upset when it rains. Did you know, people who are unable to motivate themselves must be content with mediocrity? No pressure, no diamonds.

There are downsides to everything, so let’s not create stress for ourselves. Too often, dreams become living nightmares when we turn goals into jobs. Richie Norton

Careful now, especially if you believe you must do some things to perfection. That type of mentally is a recipe for stress. And just so you know, there is only one way to avoid criticism: Do nothing, say nothing, and be nothing. Elbert Hubbard.

Your struggle is your strength.

It’s Something to Think About!

Join this blog at norvielcherry@att.net

Email me at norviep2@att.net

Get your copy of I Survived 60 Years to Get Cancer then Kill It/The Norvie L. Cherry Story at http://amazon.com

JESUS IS LORD!

Thank you for your support!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 
5,234 Comments

Posted by on February 17, 2022 in Something To Think About

 

IT’S AN IFFY LIFE?

Contacts can be found at the bottom of each post, and sharing is encouraged.

It seems as if the whole of our lives, and all the desires it craves, hedges on the word IF.

Did you know if you only do what you know you can do, you will never do much of anything? Plus, that type of attitude reminds me of if you only have a hammer, you tend to see every problem as a nail.

Battling what ifs will not win the day. So in my opinion, if you want to accomplish great things, you must plan, then put that plan to the test; that is, If you believe in yourself and your plan.

I am convinced that there are as many what ifs as there are stars. And if I stop wasting my time worrying about what would’ve been, I can lose the only ifs.

Only if…is the saddest word in the English language. Kristen Higgins.

I have been in love a time or two, and I have wondered if it could have been everlasting if only I had stayed in character, instead of thinking about if only there was a way to escape this reality, if only there was a way to erase all of this formality, if only there was a way to figure out my mentality, if only there was a way to rid all the theatricality, if only…?

Life would be so much better if we spend the majority of our time focusing on What is.

Focusing on what is may be one of the most important exercises in life coupled with what is meant to be, what is possible, moral or successful. If we can concentrate on those things, then maybe we can get busy living or get busy dying over things we have no control of.

Remember, whatever you focus on is what you get, so be yourself; everyone else had been taken. Keep your head and chin up and smile. You cannot enjoy peace by avoiding life, worrying about all the If’s.

Instead of dwelling on all the ifs, that are not a part of what is happening now, I suggest you turn your attention toward the beauty of life that is before you now, not what was.

We don’t always need to understand our journey through life, we just need to trust that we are going in the right direction. I say let the ifs take care of themselves.

Roy T. Bennett tells us; “Don’t be pushed around by the fears in your mind. Be led by the dreams in your heart.”

Positivity, confidence, and persistence are key in life.

And just so you know with all our uncertainties, if you tell the truth, it will become a part of your past. If you lie, it will become a part of your future. John Spence

It’s Something to Think About!

 

 

 

 
4,295 Comments

Posted by on January 8, 2022 in Something To Think About

 

SOME SAY YOU’RE CRAZY?

Contacts can be found at the bottom of each page, and sharing is encouraged.

But when you ask, you must believe and not doubt, because the one who doubts is like a wave of the sea, blown and tossed by the wind. That person should not expect to receive anything from the Lord. Such a person is double-minded and unstable in all they do. James 1:6-8

A double-mind is having, in the mind, opposite or opposing views at different times of the same thing. In other words, instability. PS.12:2 tells us: “To be doubled-minded is the same as having a double heart.”

Draw near to God, and he will draw near to you. Cleanse your hands, you sinners, and purify your hearts, you double-minded. James 4:8

In layman’s terms, doubled-mindedness is a sickness of the inner man that no person or science can cure. A true disease of the heart that is often described as a mysterious arrangement of merciless logic for a futile purpose. 

Not having the ability to make up your mind seems to be the midway point between dreams and realities. What I want to know is how a troubled mind full of doubt, wishy-washy, and coupled with deceit, focus on the victory with 2 faces. One that celebrates others publicly, all the while digging a grave for most privately.

Contrary to what modern Christianity teaches today, one of the greatest acts of love to a double-mined person is a rebuke. Just remember, rebuke without love is abuse. Leaders lookout for people who can criticize them constructively and rebuke them reasonably.

Leaders also spend time reviewing their mistakes rather than having fantasies about their achievements. Doubled-mined people just move on, and people unsure, just like them, follow.

Did you know you can’t live by faith and protect your fears at the same time? And you cannot rebuke a devil that you continuously grant access to your life.

It’s Something to Think About!

Jesus is Lord!

Join this blog at http://norvielcherry.com

Email me at norviep2@att.net

Get your copy at http://amazon.com

Thank you for your support.

 
7,000 Comments

Posted by on December 11, 2021 in Something To Think About

 

THINK, THINKS, THUNK? huh!

Contacts can be found at the bottom of each post, and sharing is encouraged.

Just so you know, the word thunk is a term that originated as a whimsical irregular form of “think.” 

I read that 5% of the people think; 10% of the people think they think. The rest don’t think at all, they’d rather judge. The percentages may leave us with a look of wonder on our faces, but not surprised.

Thinking is difficult, to some it’s like having a job they hate, others say stop thinking and end your problems; which sounds stupid to me. But, on the other hand, it sounds just about right because, in my opinion, to stop thinking is to be dead. If nothing more, it will end your difficulties

By the way, I think if you have tried not to think, you probably realized thinking is the number one cause of why most can’t sleep.

Did you know the essence of the independent mind lies not in what it thinks, but how it thinks? For instance, the world isn’t just the way it is. It is how we understand it. You have to work hard to think clearly. So, make it simple. A first-rate mind is only happy when it’s thinking.

On the other side of the coin, some people are unhappy with the thinking process because, if one thinks, one must reach conclusions, and not all of them are pleasant. So, when I say you have to know how to think, you also have to know: We cannot solve our problems at the same level of thinking that created them.  

“If you have never changed your mind about any fundamental tenet of your beliefs. If you have never questioned the basic, and if you have no wish to refresh your mind, then you are likely ignorant.”

Vera Nazarian tells us, It’s a fact, everyone is ignorant in some way or another. Ignorance is our deepest secret, and it’s one of the scariest things out there because those of us who are most ignorant are also the ones who often don’t know it or don’t want to admit it. It’s simply too much to think about. 

Before it is too late, go out there and find someone who, in your opinion, has beliefs, assumes, or considers certain things very strongly and very differently from you, and just have a basic honest conversation. That is, if you think you can.

Lao Tzu tells us, In dwelling, live close to the ground. In thinking, keep it simple. In conflict, be fair and generous. In governing, don’t try to control. At work, do what you enjoy. In family life, be completely present.

In my case, writing is thinking. To write well is to think clearly. That’s why it’s so hard.

It’s Something to Think About! 

Join this blog at http://norvielcherry.com

Email me at norviep2@att.net

Get your copy of I Survived 60 Years to Get Cancer, Then Kill It./The Norvie L. Cherry Story at http://amazon.com

Jesus is Lord! Thank you for your support.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 
Error
This email is not associated with any account.
 
71 Comments

Posted by on November 19, 2021 in Something To Think About

 

KNUCKLE HEAD?

Contacts can be found at the bottom of each page, and sharing is encouraged.

Your assumptions are your windows to the world. Scrub them off every once in a while, or the light won’t come in. Isaac Asimov

When we say my way or the highway, are we saying our way is the only way that exists because we said so? Humility Rules tell us that, unfortunately, when we insist on doing or having everything our way, what usually happens is we just repeat someone else’s mistakes.

The thing is, it’s not hard to get your way since most people are followers, so they most likely will follow suit because of a closed mind or pure ignorance. Thank God, some think that’s too black and white. 

The trouble with having an open mind, of course, is that people will insist on coming along and trying to put things in it. Terry Pratchett, Diggers

I believe in following my own dreams, ways, and plans, but I wouldn’t mind a little help if you know a better way. Plus, I am not impressed with people that know it all. That’s the kind of thinking that can be beyond limited and has a history of leaving some of us with a serious learning curb.

In my opinion, the problem with closed-minded people is their mouth is always open, so they are unaware of the fact that a closed mind, is a dying mind? The antidote is simply just closing all the doors that lead to shutting down the learning process.

There is no place in the Universe that I know of that would endorse a dormant mind. Not only that, a closed mind doesn’t allow thoughts, it only consumes problems. So try keeping your mind open to possibilities and your mouth closed on matters that you don’t know about.

All of us need mentors to teach us how to think, not what to think. Look at it this way, We cannot plant seeds with a closed fist. Plus, the mind is not a vessel to be filled, but a fire to be kindled.

 When leaning to our own understandings we often find ourselves frustrated, that’s because it’s a sign of acting too independently. No man is an island. The more we try it do it our way, the tighter the door will stay closed. Shutting off any hopes of renewal.

There has to remain some type of freedom for all to live, to think, and to worship; no books or avenues should be closed. The Human Mind is a terrible thing to waste. So, whether you think you can, or think you can’t, you’re right. Henry Ford

In the meantime; “Just Don’t

Just don’t learn, experience.

Just don’t read, absorb.

Just don’t change, transform.

Just don’t relate, advocate.

Just don’t promise, prove.

Just don’t criticize, encourage.

Just don’t think, ponder.

Just don’t take, give.

Just don’t see, feel.

Just don’t dream, do.

Just don’t hear, listen.

Just don’t tell, show.

Just don’t exist, live.

It’s Something to Think About!

Jesus is Lord!

Thank you to the author of Just Don’t, whose name elude me.

Join this blog at http://norvielcherry.com

Email me at norviep2@att.net

Get your copy of I Survived 60 Years to Get Cancer, Then Kill It./The Norvie L. Cherry Story at http://amazon.com

 

 
685 Comments

Posted by on October 20, 2021 in Something To Think About

 

CAUGHT UP?

Contacts can be found at the bottom of each page, and sharing is encouraged.

Recovery is hard, regret is harder, so common sense should tell you, if things go wrong, don’t go with them.

“We were never created to live depressed, defeated, guilty, condemned, ashamed or unworthy. We were created to be Victorious,through Our Savior Jesus Christ. I heard if we try to clean up our act, we can find Heaven by backing away from Hell. The thing is, will we do it, or will we become addicted to the heat?

You must decide, because not making decisions, especially when we are advantageous can be unwise, coupled with a wasted opportunity that if missed has the capacity to put us in a rut (losing our direction).

By the way, The only difference between a rut and the grave is the dimensions. A wake-up call, you think?

As most know, addiction is the condition of being addicted to a particular substance, thing, or activity. Addicted is when we are physically and mentally dependent on a particular substance, thing, or activity. The problem takes root when we are unable to stop taking or doing whatever without incurring adverse effects.

One of the ugliest things about having an addiction is when you can stop; you don’t want to, and when you do want to stop, you can’t.

There are a variety of ways people can become heavily addicted to substances other than drugs; there are fame, money, attention, etc. Oh and narcissism, you know, people who are addicted to themselves and are consumed with maintaining lies about how great they are, all for the sake of attention, which is a weakness that is hard to shake off.

Narcissistic, or not, everyone would be better off seeking respect, something that deserves attention and care. It’s as though our curiosity is looking to be misinformed with all the jaw-dropping information we find on the internet about pornography, anger, and rage, body imagining, violent video games, and the Fake News so many of us gravitate to. For what is my question; is it to experience a quilt, shame or embarrassment, by consuming all the filth? I would like to think not.

The Bible tells us in Proverbs 3:5-6, Trust in the Lord with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths.

Traditionally, most vulnerable people suffering from an active addiction usually would not admit to it? The remarkable thing is they see everyone else’s addiction, but most don’t recognize their own until they genuinely try to quit something they claim to not be reverent. This is when all the problems come to the surface, and unfortunately, this is the time most discover their lives are in shambles. The question now is, do you battle fiercely for your life, or keep lying to yourself?

Rising above any addiction is not an easy task, but there are ways when trying to recover. For example; airplanes take off against the wind not with it, and that’s not easy, but you can do it by giving all the Glory to God, and all you have within you in order to help yourself.

So as most know, the only way out of any addiction is to fight it. Or die because of it. As far as I know, Addiction is the only prison where the locks are on the inside, and the only place that I can think of, where things can get lost for decades.

I’ve had my problems too; I was addicted to cigarettes for over 45 years, and I readily admit I had no intentions to stop until my bout with 3rd Stare Breast Cancer, made me.

The pain was enough to convince me I could not continue smoking. Some of us are not that lucky. I know one guy that fought through the pain and died from an addiction to cigarettes before invasive cancer could kill him. I guess his will to smoke was stronger than his will to live. It is a choice that bears a struggle.

Because of the Cancer, I had to have a Mastectomy. So, after the surgery and I was home alone, for the first time I lit a cigarette; the pain from that one puff dropped me to my knees; it was a pain like nothing I had felt before. But it didn’t take long for me to discovered nicotine was the culprit; I abandon my cigarette smoking before I even got off the floor. It hurt so bad that it was one of the easiest decisions of my life. As a Witness for Jesus Christ, if you want to, you can stop cold? I was forced, so in my case I thanked God.

Then again, everyone has a different story, but most can start to change theirs by telling themselves the truth, admit it to God, and tell those who need to know while taking responsibility. And stop trying to explain to others why you can’t stop. What needs to be discussed is what triggers your addiction; what are the temptations, what’s your end goal, and what would you rather do instead of supporting an addition?

A good start would be to generate a new beginning. Basically, all I am saying is, stop the blame game, be patient, research recovery programs, get support, exercise, eat a balanced diet, explore healing approaches, and seek Divine Help; which means, help from the Almighty God Himself, coupled with having enough Faith to know God is sending help to you when your own effort cannot produce a result. Luke 5:1-10 

It’s something to think about!

Join this blog at http://norvielcherry.com

Email me at norviep2@att.net

Get your copy of I Survived 60 Years to Get Cancer, Then Kill It./ The Norvie L. Cherry Story at http://amazon.com

 
93 Comments

Posted by on October 1, 2021 in Something To Think About

 

SCAREDY CATS?

Risk comes from not knowing what you are doing. Warren Buffet. The thing is, not knowing that, seems to be very common these days.

In my world, how we deal with what we’re lacking will make or break us, like it or not

I think the only way to find out what’s next, is to trade what you do know, for what you don’t; which happens to require a lot of courage. What if the people of the world were courageous enough to fight just as hard to understand others, as hard as it does to make us disagree with each other?

The thing about risk is, if you win you will be happier, if not, hopefully, you will be wiser.

Life is either a daring adventure or nothing at all. The truth is when we play too safe we are taking the biggest risk of our lifetime by not putting in the effort to try. It has been said this is an all or nothing the world; no risk, no gains, no pain. I am not so sure when it comes to the no pain part, I’ll believe that when it happens; this world was built on pain.

Thanks be to God, the world is full of people with the courage to take on risk and the pain that comes with it. They are adventures, entrepreneurs, problem solvers, notable winners coupled with willing losers, ready to take on any type of risk. Playing it safe will merely cause us to forever wonder what might have been.

For the most part, things can make drastic changes when we risk involving others. A good example of that is when we fall in love.

It seems as if when love comes into play, we are more than willing to risk it all for that special someone, although it has been proven over and over again that when taking a chance on love it can become life’s ultimate tragedy. The thing is, the riskiest part of being in love takes place when every rational part of our bodies are screaming, “DON’T DO IT.”

But, for the sake of love it’s not all bad. I believe Once we believe in ourselves, we can risk falling in love, we can risk curiosity, wonder, spontaneous delight, or any experience that reveals the human spirit, and all that come with it…

I know the majority of us want to be the best we can for ourselves and others, but if we truly want what we say out of our mouths, don’t be afraid to get out of your Zip Code and create new paths because if you are unwilling to risk being unusual, you will have to settle for the ordinary.

Consider this, when you’re too afraid to take on risk, the cowards say, you shouldn’t try, critics say, you can’t do it, but the Creator will say, Well Done; that is if you try.

It’s Something to Think About!

Jesus is Lord! Thank you for your support.

Join this blog at http://norvielcherry.com

Email me at norviep2@att.net.

Get your copy of my book I Survived 60 Years to get Cancer, Then Kill It/The Norvie L. Cherry Story at http://amazon.cpm

 
2,257 Comments

Posted by on September 13, 2021 in Something To Think About

 

YOU KNOW THEM!

The deceivers, hanging on to everything you allow them to come in contact with, especially the inner you.

You had better Stop letting people who do so little for you control your mind, feelings, or emotions. Will Smith

We all know the culprits we just don’t recognize them. They can be the people who, depending on who you are, that can easily become addicted to your fame, money, and even the attention you may receive from others as deeply as they can become addicted to drugs.

They can also be narcissists who are consumed with maintaining a shallow false self to others through you, and their jealousy of you can become a hidden agenda.

So, let’s talk about the State of our Friendships.

I think, most times we don’t know what that special someone is up to because we trust them, but the good news is, if you ever find out their intention is to put you down, while trying to bring themselves up, because of your qualifications, just know, If people are trying to bring you down, Be Proud of it. It only confirms that you are above them. And that friend is a Fake.

Everybody knows, keeping bad company can ruin good character.

I assume you know that, but if not, you still had better start watching who you hang out with, but more importantly, pay attention to the others that love you too, and the information you receive from them. There is truth in numbers, especially if it’s about the same person.

And let’s not forget if a person tells you who they are, believe them the first time, oftentimes there are no second chances. You have been warned.

Your closest friends are the ones who can truly pierce your heart.

In other words, stay away from people that don’t have anything to offer but praise. The praise they give often causes us to shower them with gifts. And that’s a habit we have to make them feel special, all because it’s easier to keep them near, so we can continue enjoying all the adulation they bring. The thing is, they’re only there for the gifts anyway. It’s simple, they know what makes you tick.

These people or persons are your enemy. It’s easy to know them by their habits; pay attention because your Ego won’t; it’s ready to eat anything others are willing to feed it. It’s a Human thing.

It’s Something to Think About!

Thanks to the Authors who names elude me and the readers.

Jesus is Lord!

Join this Blog at http://norvielcherry.com

Email me at norviep2@att.net

Get your copy of I Survived 60 Years to get Cancer, Then Kill It/The Norvie L. Cherry Story at http://amazon.com

 
648 Comments

Posted by on August 21, 2021 in Something To Think About

 

LEAVE YOUR MARK!

Contacts can be found at the bottom of each post, and sharing is encouraged.

All good men and women must take responsibility to create legacies that will take the next generation to a level of possibilities we could only imagine. A good reason to Carve your name on hearts, not tombstones.

We all have issues, and most are not unique to others, some of us even look alike. You know what I am talking about; like when someone swears they have seen your twin, etc. But, what makes you different from all the rest is what you carve out in this Big Wide World that makes you stand out, but more importantly is how you help others make their way.

Even though most of us are alike in many ways, there are exceptions. Some people like me, have friends and foe alike that love to question where our information comes from. That’s because most people are skeptical, and\or too lazy to do the research. Their goal is simply to tear you down.

But I can tell you experience played a huge role in answering that question, because reading, writing, and listening is fundamental. Leaning to your own understanding without tried and true references are detrimental.

The majority of my opinions on norvielcherry.com, have come from hard knocks, beautiful experiences, knowledgeable people, and roads well traveled. I was fortunate enough to get out of my Zip Code in order to see how the rest of the world was living; and was that ever an eye full of wonders, and some not so amazing. In fact, some left me horrified.

I believe my legacy is to share the information I have learned.

I have seen and done things I don’t want any other Human Being to experience without some type of knowledge of what to expect. I am also a devout believer in not taking information from anyone who has never experienced the problem or situation they are giving advice about.

I also believe proven information should be shared for the benefit of others. So, I talk about what happened to me and what I have learned from those adventures in the form of a Blog. For instance, I didn’t know Chemo is administered one small drip at a time. Did you?

The things I have discovered through trial and error is we have to make our mark the best way we can. We need to find that one thing that lets the world know at some point we did exist, and was someone to be reckoned with.

A good way to start is to make yourself a priority, by being your longest commitment.

An example would be when I had 3rd Stage Breast Cancer I survived because the will to live was burning brighter than the cancer inside me. I had to live in order to tell others how to fight it. The information was too valuable to die; it had to be shared. Hence, I Survived 60 Years to Get Cancer, Then Kill It/The Norvie L. Cherry Story.

This is my legacy for all those interested to see and learn from; and I don’t expect anyone to take it as gospel, but, It is what it is. The personal accomplishment of writing that Testimony in the form of a book is the fact that no one else with my name and book is enshrined in The Library of Congress, forever. It’s there for all to see or read throughout history.

The beautiful thing about knowing what you learned is nobody can take it away from you. Although jealousy, envy, and the rest of the gang may try, beating it out of you won’t work. You know what you know.

Some say Like the Sands of the Hour Glass, so are the Days of Our lives. Well, that’s your life, you can choose to let it slip away one grain at a time, if you so choose. Not me, I choose to use every minute available.

My mother’s favorite saying was, I buy you, books, and buy you books, but all you do is look at the pictures. Don’t let that be you.

And just for the record, while others are watching Soap Operas, I enjoy The Learning Channel, Discovery, National Geographic’s, etc., I even like some children’s shows like Holy Moly because it teaches us how to draw.

Others may think, I think, I am smarter than the rest. The facts are, I choose to put into play what I’ve learned by sharing it with others, so if that makes me a know it all, then so be it. All you have to do to make your own mark is to read and learn from reliable sources, then share what you have learned.

The thing is knowledge is of no value unless you put it into practice. So, get to work and put your stamp on it.

Join this blog at http://norvielcherry.com

It’s Something to Think About!

Email me at norviep2@att.net

Get your book or eBook of I Survived 60 Years to Get Cancer, Then Kill it/The Norvie L. Cherry Story at http://amazon.com

Thank you for your support, and the authors whose names are unknown to me.

 
102 Comments

Posted by on August 1, 2021 in Something To Think About

 
 
%d bloggers like this: