What I Trust

Posted on October 21, 2013 by

I trust….

that every day is a chance to do better,

that when I know better, I do better,

that nothing will stay the same,

and that change is the only constant in life.

 

I trust….

that my children love me unconditionally,

but that I love them more than they’ll ever understand,

that quiet time will help me center,

and digging in the dirt is great therapy.

 

I trust…

that all will be well,

that things happen not by chance, but for a reason,

that through teaching, I can make a difference in the lives of my students,

and that someday they may realize that they can make a difference, too.

 

I trust…

that chocolate and peanut butter are a delicious combination,

that a long walk at the end of the day will clear the ‘what ifs’ from my head,

that being present in the moment will teach me what I need to learn,

and that being present is a continual challenge.

 girlfriend weekend therapy

I trust….

that my fifties will be better than my forties,

that good girlfriends are the best therapists,

and that if I try to stop drinking coffee again

I will seriously regret it.

 

I trust…

myself

that deep down, I know what I need to do,

and I trust that when we face our fears

our life comes into focus and our voices are heard.

Tell me now, what do you trust?

With thanks and gratitude to Danielle LaPorte and her #DesireMap project for inspiration and motivation.

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Jennifer Wolfe

Jennifer Wolfe, a writer-teacher-mom, is dedicated to finding the extraordinary in the ordinary moments of life by thinking deeply, loving fiercely, and teaching audaciously. Jennifer is a Google Certified Educator, Hyperdoc fanatic, and a voracious reader. Read her stories on her blog, mamawolfe, and grab free copies of her teaching and parenting resources.

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Comments: 16

    • Jennifer Wolfe

      March 17, 2016

      What a lovely comment- thank you so much.

      Reply
  • Sandy Mangis

    March 14, 2016

    Beautiful. and never stop drinking coffee. I trust that I will always have me. I will always know where I am going and what I have to look forward to.

    This is so inspirational and uplifting. A need for me today.

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    • Jennifer Wolfe

      March 14, 2016

      Hi Sandy! I don’t think I will ever stop drinking coffee, I love it too much! I’m so glad that our worlds collided today. Take care.

      Reply
    • Jennifer Wolfe

      March 14, 2016

      Sue, thank you so much for the words of encouragement – so far, 50 is great! Glad you stopped by today.

      Reply
  • Janine

    March 12, 2016

    Love this. That’s all I can say. Love it.

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    • Jennifer Wolfe

      March 14, 2016

      Janine, thank you. You’ve said it all!

      Reply
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    February 27, 2016

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    • Jennifer Wolfe

      October 26, 2013

      Thank you, Lindsey…so nice of you to comment. ~Jennifer

      Reply
  • Sara

    October 23, 2013

    Beautiful, Jennifer! I love all that you trust…. I completely agree with the coffee statement and so much more of what you wrote. For me… my faith is what I trust most. Trusting that I am never alone and cannot possibly do it all without Him. I hope you and your sweet kids are doing well! xo
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    • Jennifer Wolfe

      October 26, 2013

      Hello Sara! We are all doing well, although life is swirling around us right now. I need to embrace the change and enjoy the ride! ~Jennifer

      Reply
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