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I am a perennial optimist
I Am Becoming the Me I Was Born To Be
As I journey through this part of my life I have discovered my next mountain. The key is to be the me I want to be in the world, as my gift back to God.-
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Monthly Archives: September 2012
Sisterhood of the World Bloggers
My dear friend Renee at PositiveBoomer gave me the Sisterhood Award. http://positiveboomer.net/2012/09/28/the-sisterhood-of-the-world-blogger-award/I am so thankful that I am smiling a biggie smile! I grew up with only brothers. Their wives have become sisters to me, and my brother-in-law’s wife … Continue reading
Posted in Awards, Friendship
Tagged Awards, humor, ooga, Sisterhood of The World Bloggers
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What Does Mozart Have to Do With You? More Than You Realize!
I have been thinking about how each of us fits in in this grand world of ours. Reading other peoples’ blogs and listening to what both they and my students have to say is what went me down that path. … Continue reading
Posted in faith/courage/miracles/hope
Tagged Beethoven, Mozart, Song of Joy, your talents
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Feathers To Raise You Up: Sail On and Run the Good Race
Leonardo da Vinci wrote “Feathers shall raise men even as they do birds, toward heaven; that is by letters written with their quills”. The power of the pen (or the keyboard) is mighty. It can lift and inspire, it can … Continue reading
Strength through Scripture
I used to hear the expression “lose yourself in a good book”. Since I was an early and avid reader, it was an expression I loved. When I read fiction I often find myself sort of becoming one of the … Continue reading
Posted in faith/courage/miracles/hope, Scripture
Tagged Faith, God, inspiration, Scripture
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When I Was Little
My brother was able to scan a picture of our family when we were all so very young. There I am, dead center in the photo. I took my role as big sister so seriously. I was excited to have … Continue reading
Pumpkin Chili
Slow Cooker 3-Bean Pumpkin Chili Adapted from Black Bean and Pumpkin Chili from Real Mom Kitchen 3 garlic cloves, minced 2 teaspoons olive oil 1 large onion, chopped 1 – 2 sweet yellow or orange pepper, chopped 3 cups broth (vegetable … Continue reading
The Importance of Voting: League of Women Voters
Well before I was born, but not nearly long enough ago, women were granted the right to vote in the U.S. A precursor of the 19th amendment was The League of Women Voters. My grandmothers, great-grandmothers, and great aunts were … Continue reading
Speed Bump Maximus
Over the years I have compromised and adapted.I am sure you have, too! It is expected as we age and mature that we see the bigger picture. It is expected that we adapt and change and not insist on having … Continue reading
Paul Told the Ephesians: And the Words Still Hold True.
Paul “Never let evil talk pass your lips; say only the good things men need to hear, things that will really help them. Do nothing that will sadden the Holy Spirit with whom you were sealed against the day of … Continue reading
Endure the Test: Become HIS jewel
Many days we are tested, aren’t we? I don’t know about you, but there are definitely times when I grumble about undergoing hardships, difficulties, and life-tests. I grumble even though I know that enduring and overcoming tests gives me strength … Continue reading
Posted in faith/courage/miracles/hope
Tagged Faith, grace, inspiration, Life, proper perspective
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Sometimes you have to be adventurous
I sometimes think that having an adventure must involve extraordinary effort (like mountain climbing), or a long and perhaps expensive trip. But life itself is truly an adventure. When you stop and think about it, each time we head out … Continue reading
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Tagged Courage, inspiration, Life, perennial optimist
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The Poem That Was My Touchstone
When my son was a wee baby, I vowed to cherish his childhood and treasure my time with him. His life and the moments that became memories were important to me.The following poem was a touchstone and guide for me … Continue reading
These Boots Are Made for Walking
Does anyone remember Nancy Sinatra singing about boots? She’d sing “these boots are made for walking, and that’s just what they’ll do, and one of these days these boots are gonna walk all over you”. She’d bop around in her … Continue reading
We Are Part of His Symphony, Aren’t We?
I posted this almost a year ago, but am feeling this way today. I am posting it again–to bring a little oasis to your day. If you click on the video link, the loveliness of the music is a real … Continue reading
I Will Never Ever Forget. No, Not Ever.
I may not be online much today. Today is the 11th anniversary of the attack on the Twin Towers, the Pentagon, the airliner downed in PA, and the attack on the heart and soul of America. On 9/11 I happened … Continue reading
What Do You Conquer?
In a recent fortune cookie, I received this aphorism “Courage is not the absence of fear; it is the conquest of it”. I liked it a lot. You see there are times in our lives when we are afraid. Perhaps … Continue reading
Sunday Post: Morning
http://jakesprinters.wordpress.com/2012/09/08/sunday-post-morning/ Each week Jake at jakesprinters posts a prompt for his sunday post. Now I only participate occasionally because I am nowhere near the prolific photographer that so many others are. But—since this Sunday morning is going to be different … Continue reading
Joyous fall days~and joyous expression of the meaning of time passing by, and building memories. My friend Caddo- writes of that today. Check it out ❤
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I Have a Lifeguard-and You Do Too
“The greatest happiness of life is the conviction that we are loved–loved for ourselves, or rather, loved in spite of ourselves”.–Victor Hugo There is nothing like the feeling you get when you KNOW that someone has your back. … Continue reading
Never Waste Your Time
Remember this: those with true eyes that see your heart are committed to love. They are committed to caring for you. Remember this as well. Rejoice about a friend who “gets” you. You know that wondrous feeling that you … Continue reading
Posted in faith/courage/miracles/hope, Friendship
Tagged Faith, Friendship, God, inspiration
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What Do You Think of This GPS? You May Be Surprised!
It has occurred to me that stress is not an automatic condition. For years I have felt stressed out and overcome by challenges and difficulties. I don’t mean all the time, but boy have I felt extremely overcome at times. … Continue reading
What do you see today – difficulties or opportunities?
” A pessimist sees the difficulty in every opportunity; an optimist sees the opportunity in every difficulty.” `~ Winston Churchill There are days when life looks bleak. There are days when it looks scary or overwhelming. There are days when life … Continue reading
You Can’t Start the Next Chapter
That is certainly the truth, isn’t it? This summer I have focused on making some major changes. As I expected, making changes in my approach to my own health has removed some clutter from my mind at the same time. … Continue reading
Very Inspiring Blogger Award (You Inspire Me)
lori @ http://poetrypatio.wordpress.com/2012/08/27/ nominated me for this award, and i am so very honored. The rules she gave me are: The rules are: Link back to the person who nominated you Post the award image to your page Tell seven facts … Continue reading
Believe Anyway 