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Happiness will never flourish in a life bereft of optimism.Carlos Wallace
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In a relationship, prudent application of the gray theory is a key ingredient in assuring years of happiness; “till death do us part”. Balance is at the center of success, satisfaction and a lifetime of love.Carlos Wallace
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I understand (finally) that God does not REACT to prayers or petitions. He has ACTED. It is already done.Carlos Wallace
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Why trade definite for a maybe?Carlos Wallace
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Depending on the strength of the relationship, level of communication and one’s tolerance for discord, many people are able to get past normal skirmishes unscathed.Carlos Wallace
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In relationships, everyone makes mistakes. If you are forgiven for yours, don't take it for granted.Carlos Wallace
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Truth be told, many couples spend more time planning the wedding and the honeymoon than they do preparing for the marriage.Carlos Wallace
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Turbulence during a relationship does not mean its core, foundation and essence changes. Couples will run into obstacles. The challenge may knock the wind out of them, but it does not have to cripple their resolve. Both people must trust that on the other side of crisis still exist the qualities you appreciate.Carlos Wallace
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Trying to change someone to suit your desires is a setup for disappointment.Carlos Wallace
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No one should gain access to the important areas of your life if you are not absolutely sure they are there for good reason.Carlos Wallace
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No matter how worldly I became, there was always that one part of me that never forgot where I came from and how simple life was there.Carlos Wallace
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Ultimately, it’s about determining what matters most to you; what’s important; what it will take to achieve your intended goal. And once you’ve identified these key components to growth, shed the excess; do away with the unnecessary.Carlos Wallace
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Don't be managed by the likelihood of mishaps. Be motivated by the promise of favor!Carlos Wallace
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Nothing will ever be solved if we wallow in the darkness of denial.Carlos Wallace
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Keep your eyes and your mind open. Don’t be blinded by filters like fear, uncertainty, pessimism and negativity.Carlos Wallace
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Occupy your thoughts with purpose and you will be so busy pursuing a meaningful future there will be no time for doubt, chaos and disappointment.Carlos Wallace
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Never be afraid to love. Just be careful who you love.Carlos Wallace
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Love is a two-way street, but not everyone deserves a license.Carlos Wallace
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Connect with someone on a deeper level…mentally, spiritually, emotionally…and your soul will transcend the height of ecstasy.Carlos Wallace
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To be fearlessly vulnerable with someone… One of the deepest, most desirable paradoxes of love.Carlos Wallace
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Think of the principle as that precise moment you recall everything that makes you love that person: the number of times your partner makes you smile, comforts and supports you. During those times dig deep and shift your focus from whatever bad is happening today, at this minute, and appreciate every other day, hour and second that person spends being “the one.Carlos Wallace
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The seriousness of being part of Operation Desert Storm-the first major foreign crisis for the United States after the end of the Cold War- was never lost upon us.Carlos Wallace
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Staring down the reality of war, far from home, asleep among strangers, that familiarity, those memories, those ties kept us going; gave us a reason to persevere; toughened us up.Carlos Wallace
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Dozens of days, experiences, and encounters have set me on a path I never dreamed possible.Carlos Wallace
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The most liberating feeling in the world is to not give the negative opinions of others any traction.Carlos Wallace
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Do not waste your life away by wishing for days you may not even get to see.Carlos Wallace
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Make a difference, change the game for the better, leave a legacy, be a guide that someone else can follow and make better, and then someone else will follow that and make that better.Carlos Wallace
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Be the start of something that is good, revolutionary and powerful. Everything after that is a bonus!Carlos Wallace
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My incentive? Making a peaceful spirit second nature. And that is so worth the effort.Carlos Wallace
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Door money. It’s a distraction. It impedes judgment. It blurs focus. Chasing the almighty dollar can become the root of all evil, the bane of one’s existence.Carlos Wallace
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DOOR MONEY” To focus on door money means one is paying so much attention to the amount of money they are making at the door they do not consider there is much more profit to be made inside a venue.Carlos Wallace
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People who are distracted by door money, neglect the production and the audience. Money becomes their god. They sacrifice their reputation in favor of building revenue. Believe me; the former is more difficult to recover if lost.Carlos Wallace
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Never lose sight of the people who are the foundation of the future you are working to build.Carlos Wallace
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If you continue to concentrate so deeply on the negative factors you are unable to acknowledge all the positive results.Carlos Wallace
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Now is the time to realize your potential and look beyond disappointment and focus on blessings. They are all around you, if you only take the time to welcome them into your life.Carlos Wallace
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There should always be an end game, or else all you are doing is practicing for an opportunity for which you have no idea of what it is or what it will even look like.Carlos Wallace
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I just follow God's lead. One step, one day and one opportunity at a time. The hardest part is not becoming distracted.Carlos Wallace
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We must learn to choose between lining our bank accounts and being accountable for our future.Carlos Wallace
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You own your feelings. You own your thoughts. You control both. No one has the right to any of it–to any of you without your permission.Carlos Wallace
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Testing the wrong person can prove a massive failure for the antagonist.Carlos Wallace
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Never spend more time worrying about somebody or some situation (that plays no significant role in your life) more than you do about yourself.Carlos Wallace
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When I was in the Navy, everyone fell under the purview of “navy gray”. It is the military’s way of reminding its enlisted personnel that they are all equal. Man or woman, black or white, young or old, everyone was navy gray. With God's grace I can proudly say a better understanding of this concept has helped me ameliorate disputes, mend fences that appeared hopeless and find light in the midst of darkness. .Carlos Wallace
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Just because I understand does not mean I agree.Carlos Wallace
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In the heat of the moment, rational thinking tends to elude us.Carlos Wallace
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We live in a world with an ever-growing population. Personal space these days is at a premium. Physically, we are practically tripping over our fellow man. Mentally and spiritually, the divide among us seems to widen.Carlos Wallace
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Ignorance is a progressive thinker’s enemy; acceptance, awareness, accountability and action are the tools of the informed; of people who want change and do all they can to achieve it.Carlos Wallace
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Shutting out your problems does not dismiss them. Ignorance is not bliss. On the contrary, it creates an opportunity for those problems to grow.Carlos Wallace
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It's been said that actions speak louder than words. Sometimes, it's what you don't say or do, that sends the loudest message.Carlos Wallace
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If you promise to love, trust, respect, support and stand by someone no matter what, do not just speak those words when times are good. Live those words when challenges arise. The stronger the love and commitment, the more unbreakable the bond. United hearts will never be easily divided.Carlos Wallace
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One truth that has helped me accept some of the most difficult moments and heartbreaking decisions in my life is that I already have all for which I ask. I am blessed! I am delivered from my worries!Carlos Wallace