december 3, 2015
“I learned a long time ago that being happy is a choice. And I choose to focus on the “good” and let the rest go.” ~ Bree Chapman The sun came out and the world was, well, the … Continued
“I learned a long time ago that being happy is a choice. And I choose to focus on the “good” and let the rest go.” ~ Bree Chapman The sun came out and the world was, well, the … Continued
“It’s not happiness that makes us grateful; it’s gratefulness that makes us happy.” ~ David Steindl-Rast Mom couldn’t stand being inside anymore, so out we went into the drizzle for a ride if nothing else. We knew how … Continued
“What is forgiveness? Sufi replied: It’s the fragrance flowers give when they are crushed.” ~ Unknown It rained the whole time we were in North Carolina, and yet it was utterly perfect. It was soft, and quiet, and … Continued
“Your attitude really does have an effect on how things work out. When you can’t change your life any other way, you can still change your attitude. When you do, your life changes.” ~ Bernie Siegel Some of … Continued
“Fear is such a powerful emotion for humans that when we allow it to take us over, it drives compassion right out of our hearts.” ~ Thomas Aquinas You may recall my mentioning Rev. Dr. Lee Bowman who … Continued
“Accept what is, let go of what was, and have faith in what will be.” ~ Unknown Mom and dad wanted a short time away in North Carolina, so they enlisted the help of a chauffeur; me. Despite the less … Continued
“A negative mind will never give you a positive life.” ~ Unknown My former boss, Mary Molinaro, gave me this Asian fisherman figurine. Someone had given it to her years ago, and for whatever reason, she was getting … Continued
“The road to enlightenment is long and difficult, and you should try not to forget snacks and magazines.” ~ Anne Lamott Santa Paws showed up today. He reminded me to count my blessings and be grateful for all I … Continued
“Despite all the bad days and mean people, I still believe in good days and kind people. Plus, there are always dogs. ” ~ Unknown I choose the outhouse quotes in advance, sometimes as much as two weeks. … Continued
“Hope is the pillar that holds up the world. Hope is the dream of a waking man.” ~ Pliny the Elder I got a big ‘ol visit from my long lost friend Sandy Rodriguiz today. This is her … Continued