It was a way of life, and sometimes it made me crazy .All that re-fixing, re-heating leftovers, renewing;I wanted just once to be wasteful?Waste meant affluence.Throwing things away meant you knew there'd always be more.
But when my mother died,and I was standing in that clear morning light in the warmth of the hospital room,I was struck with the pain of learningthat sometimes there isn't any more.
Sometimes,what we care about most gets all used up and goes away...never to return.So...... While we have it,it's best we love it...And care for it...And fix it when it's broken...And heal it when it's sick.This is true: For marriage...And old cars...And children who misbehave at times...Dogs and cats with bad hips...And ageing parents...And grandparents.We keep them because they are worth it,because we are worth it.Some things we keep,like a best friend that moved awayor a classmate we grew up with.
There are just some things that make life important,Like people we know who are special...And so, we keep them close!
I received this from someone who thinks I am a 'keeper,'so I've sent it to the people I think of in the same way...Now it's your turn to send this to those people that are 'keepers' in your life?
Good friends are like stars ...You don't always see them,but you know they are always there!Friends are God's way of taking care of us.=
August 03, 2011
This a keeper: A true measure of man is how he treats someone who do him no good
August 01, 2011
We are shaped by our thoughts
"We are formed and molded by our thoughts. Those whose minds are shaped by selfless thoughts give joy when they speak or act. Joy follows them like a shadow that never leaves them."
~The B
Happiness never decreases by being shared
"Thousands of candles can be lit from a single candle, and the life of the candle will not be shortened. Happiness never decreases by being shared."
~The B
July 29, 2011
Sift speech through a sieve
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July 28, 2011
They that go down to the sea and do business in deep waters, they will see the wonders of God
They saw the works of the Lord, His wonderful deeds in the deep"
(Psalm 107:24, NIV)
(Psalm 107:24, NIV)
TODAY'S WORD from Joel and Victoria
The scripture says is Psalm 107:23, "They that go down to the sea and do business in deep waters, they will see the wonders of God." Friend, you and I were created to do business in deep waters. In other words, we're not supposed to have little dreams or little plans. We are supposed to have big dreams. We are supposed to go out into the deep things God has for us. But understand, when you're out there in the deep waters, you can't touch the ground. You can't see the shoreline, and at times, it can get a little rocky. You may not always see how things are going to work out. But, the scripture tells us that deep calls to deep. In other words, God is the one who has called you to the deep waters. He is with you, and He knows there are deep things on the inside of you. When you are in those deep waters, you are not alone. God is with you, and He's causing those deep things inside of you to come forth.
If you feel like you are out in the deep today, if you feel like you are overwhelmed, remember, you are in the right place and God is with you. You will see His wonderful deeds in the deep, and you will fulfill the destiny He has in store for you.
A PRAYER FOR TODAY
Father in heaven, I surrender every area of my life to You. I hunger for every single thing You have in store for me. I choose to trust You out in the deep waters knowing that You have good things in store for me. In Jesus' Name. Amen.
— Joel & Victoria Osteen
July 27, 2011
July 25, 2011
If a man lives a pure life, nothing can destroy him.
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Real Life has a way of leveling the playing field
Real Life has a way of leveling the playing field.
T
July 24, 2011
July 22, 2011
Unity of Life with all beings
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July 18, 2011
Everyone profits from our smile
"If in our daily life we can smile, if we can be peaceful and happy, not only we, but everyone will profit from it. This is the most basic kind of peace work."
~Thich Nhat Hanh
You must practice mindfulness, calm and deep listening
"You who are journalists, writers, citizens, you have the right and duty to say to those you have elected that they must practice mindfulness, calm and deep listening, and loving speech. This is a universal thing, taught by all religions."
~Thich Nhat Hanh
The Purpose of a Dog
For all the dog lovers that I know......
Be sure to scroll all the way down & read the story and thoughts at the end.
The purpose of a dog!
A Dog's Purpose? (from a 6-year-old).
Being a veterinarian, I had been called to examine a ten-year-old Irish Wolfhound named Belker. The dog's owners, Ron, his wife Lisa, and their little boy Shane, were all very attached to Belker, and they were hoping for a miracle.
I examined Belker and found he was dying of cancer. I told the family we couldn't do anything for Belker, and offered to perform the euthanasia procedure for the old dog in their home.
As we made arrangements, Ron and Lisa told me they thought it would be good for six-year-old Shane to observe the procedure. They felt as though Shane might learn something from the experience.
The next day, I felt the familiar catch in my throat as Belker 's family surrounded him. Shane seemed so calm, petting the old dog for the last time, that I wondered if he understood what was going on. Within a few minutes, Belker slipped peacefully away.
The little boy seemed to accept Belker's transition without any difficulty or confusion. We sat together for a while after Belker's Death, wondering aloud about the sad fact that animal lives are shorter than human lives.
Shane, who had been listening quietly, piped up, ''I know why.''
Startled, we all turned to him. What came out of his mouth next stunned me. I'd never heard a more comforting explanation. It has changed the way I try and live..
He said,''People are born so that they can learn how to live a good life -- like loving everybody all the time and being nice, right?'' The Six-year-old continued, ''Well, dogs already know how to do that, so they don't have to stay as long.''
Live simply.
Love generously..
Care deeply.
Speak kindly.
Remember, if a dog was the teacher you would learn things like:
When loved ones come home, always run to greet them.
Never pass up the opportunity to go for a joyride.
Allow the experience of fresh air and the wind in your face to be pure Ecstasy.
Take naps.
Stretch before rising.
Run, romp, and play daily.
Thrive on attention and let people touch you.
Avoid biting when a simple growl will do..
On warm days, stop to lie on your back on the grass.
On hot days, drink lots of water and lie under a shady tree.
When you're happy, dance around and wag your entire body.
Delight in the simple joy of a long walk.
Be loyal.
Never pretend to be something you're not.
If what you want lies buried, dig until you find it.
When someone is having a bad day, be silent, sit close by, and nuzzle them gently.
ENJOY EVERY MOMENT OF EVERY DAY!
T
Reminder about your invitation from Tyler Moore
© 2011, LinkedIn Corporation July 16, 2011Smiling brings peace
"Smiling is very important. If we are not able to smile, then the
world will not have peace. It is not by going out for a demonstration against nuclear missiles that we can bring about peace.It is with our capacity of smiling, breathing, and being peace that we can make peace." ~Thich Nhat Hahn
July 14, 2011Smile = Joy
July 13, 2011If you don’t want to slip, don’t go where it’s slippery.
Like they say: if you don't want to slip, don't go where it's slippery.
July 12, 2011July 11, 2011Keep you body healthy"Keeping your body healthy is an expression of gratitude to the whole cosmos - the trees, the clouds, everything."
~Thich Nhat Hanh Reminder about your invitation from Tyler Moore
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