"Never a failure, only a lesson."

I like Rihanna's music, particularly her first album. It's great to dance to, which opens up that side of me that brings forth pure joy.

I DVR'ed the Ellen Show one morning for I knew she was going to be a guest. It was here that I learned of her new tattoo that says, "Never a failure, only a lesson."

I pondered that for a moment. I knew what she meant by it, just coming out of an abusive relationship with Chris Brown. Then I thought about what it would mean to any teen...nothing is by accident, everything happens for a reason, so look for its meaning.

Chew on this: If something happens and you do not like its outcome, go back and think about what you could have done different to prevent it from happening that way in the first place!

ALWAYS reflect on the actions leading up to the end result, good or bad. And know that that it is OK to have things turn out in a way that is not what you wanted, how else are you going to learn? Rihanna said to Ellen, she would not change the way things happened for one second.

BEcause she is stronger for it! SHE GETS IT!!!! And she gives thanks for it.

What a magnificent lesson.

Until next time, Just Be mindful,
I love ya,
Su B.