Before you start to judge me,

Before you start to judge me, step into my shoes and walk the life I'm living, and if you get as far as I am, just maybe you will see how strong I really am.

Don't judge each day by the harvest you reap but by the seeds that you plant. - Robert Louis Stevenson

A nation that is afraid to let its people judge the truth and falsehood in an open market is a nation that is afraid of its people. - John F. Kennedy

Be strong, believe in freedom and in God, love yourself, understand your sexuality, have a sense of humor, masturbate, don't judge people by their religion, color or sexual habits, love life and your family. - Madonna Ciccone

I want to state upfront, unequivocally and without doubt: I do not believe that any racial, ethnic or gender group has an advantage in sound judging. I do believe that every person has an equal opportunity to be a good and wise judge, regardless of their background or life experiences. - Sonia Sotomayor

Family is like music

Family is like music, some high notes, some low notes, but always a beautiful song.

The people who love you and support you for who you are, are family regardless of blood. - Dave Spedding 

Isn’t it sad that there are so many broken families? If that is your situation, there comes a time when you must rise above the pain and go forth doing what makes you most happy with people who sincerely care for you. Always keep an open heart for those that have hurt you, forgive them quickly and pray for them. - Gloria Gharib

Just because you’re related to people doesn’t mean they have to be in your life especially if they are toxic. - Mellisa Siender

Why care for those who ignore you when there are others who deserve your attention and love. - Cremhilda Tingabngab

I have disowned and been disowned by my true family in recent months, so I’ve been concentrating on loving and caring for my “other” family. It’s also true when they say “You can’t choose your family, but you can choose your friends”. I used to think that this was only true for natural families, but now I know it’s true for adopted or fostered families. - July Elfi

Never give up on your children. Sometimes you shouldn’t worry about the family who chose to ignore you no matter how many time you try to make them part of your life and they don’t reciprocate but when it comes to your kids, always worry about them and Never give up on them. I know they hurt us sometimes and it can be difficult but pray and hang in there.