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You never know what you can do until you try. The only true failure I have ever seen is the one who was afraid to TRY.

We tend to dwell on what we are not, And fail to notice that which we've got. You've talents and skills that you haven't tried, Abilities that others have tried to belie; Skills and strengths, imagination, Creativeness, determination, So many reasons to believe, That we can actually achieve, The things of which we've always dreamed, Those things are closer than they seem. In fact it's practically guaranteed, You have it in you to succeed. Preparation is the key. Don't try to grasp all that you see. One goal at a time, don't be in a hurry, And you can avoid un-needed worry. It's a lot of hard work and you'll feel like a drone; But you just keep on keepin' on.

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Date: 1/30/2021 10:55:00 AM
Well written Judy. Inspirational and motivational. Something I needed to read today :)
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Judy Ball
Date: 1/30/2021 3:05:00 PM
Thanks so much Heidi. God Bless, JB
Date: 1/30/2021 5:52:00 AM
Hi Judy, We do have to take one step at a time and believe in ourselves, and when we think the time is right, we go for it! Good advise my friend. Hugs and blessings Jennifer.
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Judy Ball
Date: 1/30/2021 2:59:00 PM
Thanks bunches |Jennifer. God Bless, JB
Date: 1/29/2021 4:34:00 PM
Hello Judy … nice. Take one step at a time to reach your goal. Great philosophy Judy - Lindsay
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Judy Ball
Date: 1/30/2021 2:57:00 PM
Thanks bunches Lindsay. God Bless, JB
Date: 1/28/2021 11:25:00 PM
The indifference and laziness of certain beings must spell their downfall. Wise thoughts. ~~
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Judy Ball
Date: 1/29/2021 8:41:00 AM
Thanks so much Victor. God Bless, JB
Date: 1/28/2021 6:19:00 PM
In addition to fear and inertia, I think that hard work --- and it takes hard work to succeed -- is what discourages a lot of people. I know it did me. You sure do write the truth, Judy. ~ No kiddin,' gw
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Judy Ball
Date: 1/28/2021 8:09:00 PM
Thanks so much Gershon. God Bless, JB

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