74 Quotes by Viola Shipman

But sometimes-at the strangest times- I think God forces us to stop for a moment, be still and reflect on our lives. Either we choose to pay attention or we don’t... and I think that often determines the path we take.

Life has not always been easy on her... yet she has somehow managed not only to survive but also to believe in the beauty of the world. She has remained an optimist. She has fun in this life, no matter what. I’ve learned that you can plan your life all you want, but you can’t control it. You have to dive headfirst into it, experience its joys and pains... you have to live... and then you have to share those stories with the ones you love before its too late.