One of my very best friends (many say she is an angel) sent me this yesterday. I wanted to share it with you.
"Nothing is going to spoil this moment...Imagine making that decision: nothing's going to spoil this moment. Now, imagine making that decision about a relationship, job, day in the week,
or...whatever. Imagine applying that idea uniformly in your life."
--Neale Donald Walsch,
Author of Conversations with God.
She followed with her thoughts:
It is such a simple thing...This choosing to embrace the unspoiled in every aspect of our lives.
So simple, yet so profound. And it is a decision we each can choose to make.
May you decide to allow nothing to spoil this day.
om~peace~amen and may you be blessed
Wednesday, February 28, 2007
Tuesday, February 27, 2007
The Crystal Glass
How can I ever feel lonely or blue. My surroundings are the buzzing of the telephone wires, the street lights, the sound of trucks on a highway, the slapping of a chain on a flag pole, the flashing of lights celebrating a grand opening.
I stand here and breathe fresh air . I see clusters of stars glowing in the night. I feel the warmth of God’s presence, as I know Him.
I am not alone. I’ll never be alone. I may not be rich, but I have so many wonderful things that surround me. I can see, I can hear, I can touch. I can dance, laugh, run, sing, breathe, and I can love.
The sound of an airplane flys overhead piercing the momentary silence. A owl perches itself on a branch of the tree hooting in the night.
All the while an angel guards me furiously. Fighting even me when I am not careful with myself. God loves me at all times.
Why does it seem so hard to learn to whisper life as carefully as if it were a crystal glass. We scream and flail day by day, forgetting to trust. It will all get done. Or not.
The lost sound of silence echoes in my memory as someone screams a nasty vocabulary of ridiculous words at someone else. The song of the owl is lost to the impatience of men honking their horns and hurrying from place to place.
Each person clings to his own space, in search of long lost peace. It has been here within each of us since we became living souls.
Reach from within to find silence. Rest and rejoice in the beauty of life that is still available to us all. Take a breath. Breathe in new life and purge all negative thoughts as you exhale. It's your life:)
I stand here and breathe fresh air . I see clusters of stars glowing in the night. I feel the warmth of God’s presence, as I know Him.
I am not alone. I’ll never be alone. I may not be rich, but I have so many wonderful things that surround me. I can see, I can hear, I can touch. I can dance, laugh, run, sing, breathe, and I can love.
The sound of an airplane flys overhead piercing the momentary silence. A owl perches itself on a branch of the tree hooting in the night.
All the while an angel guards me furiously. Fighting even me when I am not careful with myself. God loves me at all times.
Why does it seem so hard to learn to whisper life as carefully as if it were a crystal glass. We scream and flail day by day, forgetting to trust. It will all get done. Or not.
The lost sound of silence echoes in my memory as someone screams a nasty vocabulary of ridiculous words at someone else. The song of the owl is lost to the impatience of men honking their horns and hurrying from place to place.
Each person clings to his own space, in search of long lost peace. It has been here within each of us since we became living souls.
Reach from within to find silence. Rest and rejoice in the beauty of life that is still available to us all. Take a breath. Breathe in new life and purge all negative thoughts as you exhale. It's your life:)
Monday, February 26, 2007
Brain Magic
"Not only can the brain learn new tricks, but it can also change its structure and function-even in old age." Sharon Begley (January 2007 Time Magazine)
Scientists are now proving that "the ability of mere thought to alter the physical structure and function of our gray matter" is NOT just an idea posed by those who participate in visualizations and meditations.
Mental practice resulted ( as seen in a series of tests) in the reorganization of the brain. The scientists also discovered that mental training had the power to change the physical structure of the brain. How cool is that!
So now we know that scientists concur with those of us who participate in mind training (such as visualizations and meditations) to be used to enhance our lives. At all ages the brain retains the ability to change its structure and function in response to thought and / or experience.
"As you thinketh, so shall you become", it seems, is more meaningful than some previously realized. We have such great, and many times, unrecognized powers to help ourselves heal, to rehearse upcoming events, to actually change our lives through our thoughts.
I choose to dwell in thought today on the following quote from a small book I read daily. It is the Daily Word.
"Because I care about myself, I choose to eliminate negative thoughts and expectations from my mind. I read literature and books that enhance my life and enrich my mind. I monitor my words and actions carefully, make sure that what I say and do is positive and caring. In blessing others I am also being blessed."
What will you think about today?
Scientists are now proving that "the ability of mere thought to alter the physical structure and function of our gray matter" is NOT just an idea posed by those who participate in visualizations and meditations.
Mental practice resulted ( as seen in a series of tests) in the reorganization of the brain. The scientists also discovered that mental training had the power to change the physical structure of the brain. How cool is that!
So now we know that scientists concur with those of us who participate in mind training (such as visualizations and meditations) to be used to enhance our lives. At all ages the brain retains the ability to change its structure and function in response to thought and / or experience.
"As you thinketh, so shall you become", it seems, is more meaningful than some previously realized. We have such great, and many times, unrecognized powers to help ourselves heal, to rehearse upcoming events, to actually change our lives through our thoughts.
I choose to dwell in thought today on the following quote from a small book I read daily. It is the Daily Word.
"Because I care about myself, I choose to eliminate negative thoughts and expectations from my mind. I read literature and books that enhance my life and enrich my mind. I monitor my words and actions carefully, make sure that what I say and do is positive and caring. In blessing others I am also being blessed."
What will you think about today?
Saturday, February 24, 2007
Side effects
"You may experience nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, drowsiness, dizziness, tiredness, blurred vision, changes in weight, headache, muscle ache/ pain, dry mouth, bad taste in mouth, stuffy nose, constipation, or change in sexual interest / ability may occur, fainting, tremors, nightmares, ringing in the ears, problems urinating, blood in urine, chest/jaw/left arm pain,
slow/fast/irregular heartbeat, signs of infection, fever, persistent sore throat, seizures, shortness of breath, stomach/abdominal pain, black stools, vomit that looks like coffee grounds, easy bruising/bleeding, painful erection, allergic reaction, itching, swelling, rash, trouble breathing, suicidal thoughts, heart disease, liver disease, kidney disease, blood pressure problems, lightheadedness, bleeding, drowsiness, depression, mood disorders, trouble sleeping, panic attacks, worsening anxiety, irritability, hostile/angry feelings, impulsive actions, severe restlessness, very rapid speech or death."
"If you suspect an overdose call your local poison control center or the emergency room."
"If you miss a dose take it as soon as you remember."
OH SURE! Not just no, but HELL NO!
My husband has had trouble sleeping as we have many stressors (good and bad) to manage presently. I just listen to my relaxation CD (That isn't weird - I love the music and believe
in what I do. I don't have any other CD's that do the trick - so therein....)
Anyway, he went to the VA as he was a Marine. "It will be a waste of time", he assured me.
The doctor said, "Are you depressed?" My husband said, "No."
Naturally the doctor prescribed an antidepressant to take EVERY DAY. The above
side effects were listed as "possible, unusual, rare" - but they were all listed.
My husband has opted to breathe and teach himself to relax instead.
READ everything concerning a possible prescription a doctor recommends. My mama was
on 4 or 5 different prescribed medications. I did a bit of research. Two of the drugs were not compatible. I do not mean every drug is bad / nor every physician poor. But be careful.
Your body is the only place you have to live!
slow/fast/irregular heartbeat, signs of infection, fever, persistent sore throat, seizures, shortness of breath, stomach/abdominal pain, black stools, vomit that looks like coffee grounds, easy bruising/bleeding, painful erection, allergic reaction, itching, swelling, rash, trouble breathing, suicidal thoughts, heart disease, liver disease, kidney disease, blood pressure problems, lightheadedness, bleeding, drowsiness, depression, mood disorders, trouble sleeping, panic attacks, worsening anxiety, irritability, hostile/angry feelings, impulsive actions, severe restlessness, very rapid speech or death."
"If you suspect an overdose call your local poison control center or the emergency room."
"If you miss a dose take it as soon as you remember."
OH SURE! Not just no, but HELL NO!
My husband has had trouble sleeping as we have many stressors (good and bad) to manage presently. I just listen to my relaxation CD (That isn't weird - I love the music and believe
in what I do. I don't have any other CD's that do the trick - so therein....)
Anyway, he went to the VA as he was a Marine. "It will be a waste of time", he assured me.
The doctor said, "Are you depressed?" My husband said, "No."
Naturally the doctor prescribed an antidepressant to take EVERY DAY. The above
side effects were listed as "possible, unusual, rare" - but they were all listed.
My husband has opted to breathe and teach himself to relax instead.
READ everything concerning a possible prescription a doctor recommends. My mama was
on 4 or 5 different prescribed medications. I did a bit of research. Two of the drugs were not compatible. I do not mean every drug is bad / nor every physician poor. But be careful.
Your body is the only place you have to live!
Imagine this on your tombstone
1. Fear ruled this life
2. Motto: I'll never get everything I have to do done.
3. Anger took this life - the heart could not handle it.
4. The children were out of control.
5. There was no peace to be found here.
6. He hated his life. Now it is gone.
8. She never forgot past sorrows until the day she died.
STRESS ABOUT ALL THESE THINGS AND MUCH MUCH MORE.....
is it worth it? I think not.
Take a breath and CREATE a wonderful day. Time is fleeting. This moment is it! ENJOY- ENJOY -ENJOY!
2. Motto: I'll never get everything I have to do done.
3. Anger took this life - the heart could not handle it.
4. The children were out of control.
5. There was no peace to be found here.
6. He hated his life. Now it is gone.
8. She never forgot past sorrows until the day she died.
STRESS ABOUT ALL THESE THINGS AND MUCH MUCH MORE.....
is it worth it? I think not.
Take a breath and CREATE a wonderful day. Time is fleeting. This moment is it! ENJOY- ENJOY -ENJOY!
Tuesday, February 20, 2007
Finding solace
To find solace in the sorrows of life one must consistently be able to elevate thoughts and hope to a higher level.
Upon reflection of my own life, I thought nothing could be worse than my own child suffering a birth defect and surgery as a small infant . Along the path tragedy has increased, side by side with joy. The sorrows with intensity I never knew I could manage.
Each circumstance laying another brick upon the foundation I perceive as my own. Each injury to my spirit coming with the assured knowledge now, that with wisdom and faith anything can be resolved. I can forge a head as a human soul and survive the most dire of circumstances.
The truth of it all is grounded in the fact that no matter what happens we have a choice in the final thoughts and position we take.
There are three steps to manage and survive this life. The first is acceptance that circumstances will happen and often times we have absolutely no control over what happens.
The only control we have 100% of the time is our response to circumstances.
The second is whether we will elevate or descend in our minds. It is always a choice.
Take a breath and think before responding.
The third is to keep hope alive and find the joy that is still all around us. Hope is eternal. Draw upon it. It resides within each of us.
Don’t let unhappy people steal your joy. Bless them, feel empathy for their pain, help them if possible, or move quickly to another place. Surround yourself with positive and loving people . Like a magnet you will all draw those positive feelings from one to another, and another.
Years ago, if someone flipped me off on the road (for whatever reason), I used to respond in like manner. Finger in the air I would say "P_ss on you!" Somewhere along the line I decided not to let anyone change my mood, or upset the organs of my body by starting a fire within me.
Now I respond with the peace sign and say "Peace on You." It surely has helped me, and perhaps unbeknown to me it has sent a message to quiet another's living soul.
My motto: "I tried being miserable. It sucked, so I gave it up." Literally.
We have only this moment to be joyful. Use it wisely and have an awesome day!
Upon reflection of my own life, I thought nothing could be worse than my own child suffering a birth defect and surgery as a small infant . Along the path tragedy has increased, side by side with joy. The sorrows with intensity I never knew I could manage.
Each circumstance laying another brick upon the foundation I perceive as my own. Each injury to my spirit coming with the assured knowledge now, that with wisdom and faith anything can be resolved. I can forge a head as a human soul and survive the most dire of circumstances.
The truth of it all is grounded in the fact that no matter what happens we have a choice in the final thoughts and position we take.
There are three steps to manage and survive this life. The first is acceptance that circumstances will happen and often times we have absolutely no control over what happens.
The only control we have 100% of the time is our response to circumstances.
The second is whether we will elevate or descend in our minds. It is always a choice.
Take a breath and think before responding.
The third is to keep hope alive and find the joy that is still all around us. Hope is eternal. Draw upon it. It resides within each of us.
Don’t let unhappy people steal your joy. Bless them, feel empathy for their pain, help them if possible, or move quickly to another place. Surround yourself with positive and loving people . Like a magnet you will all draw those positive feelings from one to another, and another.
Years ago, if someone flipped me off on the road (for whatever reason), I used to respond in like manner. Finger in the air I would say "P_ss on you!" Somewhere along the line I decided not to let anyone change my mood, or upset the organs of my body by starting a fire within me.
Now I respond with the peace sign and say "Peace on You." It surely has helped me, and perhaps unbeknown to me it has sent a message to quiet another's living soul.
My motto: "I tried being miserable. It sucked, so I gave it up." Literally.
We have only this moment to be joyful. Use it wisely and have an awesome day!
Tuesday, February 13, 2007
Right now - How is your posture?
Think about it. Are you slumped over towards the computer? Are your abdominals taut or are they hanging loose? Are your shoulders rounded forward?
Posture is much more important than we are ever told. When I was younger and mama said "stand up straight", I thought it meant chest out and head erect. I visualized a soldier's straight
posture.
Over the past 20 years revelations about posture have been presented to me in so many different ways. Have you ever seen a young woman in her late teens or early twenties with shoulders rounded forward? You can almost see bones protruding from the back. How about the young man with his belly hanging out and shoulders rolled forward. It is not only a matter of how poor posture looks - it is what it ultimately does to your body and mind. That poor posture is simply derived from a lack of training in good posture habits.
My little mama had a skeleton that was out of control. She had osteoporosis. Her bone mass decreased with the days and she became so fragile she could twist and break a bone. She so wanted to stand up straight - but she couldn't. Within 10 years she lost seven inches in height and she felt shy to go anywhere as she thought the "hump" on her back (as she used to call it) was hideous.
When we slump we actually cut off a portion of our oxygen supply to our body. Our cramped position hinders that precious stuff from getting to all the areas where it's needed.
As our oxygen supply is "kinked up", our energy level is not as powerful. Our abdominals weaken which in turn weakens our lower backs and can start a cycle of back aches.
Good posture maintains a fine balance between muscular strength and flexibility. This balance decreases stress, increases self image and eliminates the possibility of chronic postural strain. (It also helps elimination!)
Right now try this: Sit up straight. Hold in the abdominals, pressing low back into back of your chair. Press your shoulders down (we lift them when tense), and back. Lift your head and neck thinking about stretching the neck upward to separate vertebrae and discs.
Take a deep inhalation in through the nose. Hold it for a few seconds and exhale through the mouth. Do it slowly several times, keeping the new posture. It would be so beneficial if you
would do this just a couple of times an hour. Get in the habit of good posture and good breathing. These things are life changing.
Practice your standing posture as well. Stand up against a wall and do the same steps. Then breathe! If you think of this as a mini workout you will be right! You will find you feel better after the day at the computer or desk. You will have more energy and actually be more relaxed at the same time.
Don't give in to having a lazy body control your health. Use your intellect and make some positive changes and life will improve. It's just the way the body works the best for you and
with a bit of practice you'll be ever so glad you you took a few moments to get in the habit
of maintaining great posture!
Posture is much more important than we are ever told. When I was younger and mama said "stand up straight", I thought it meant chest out and head erect. I visualized a soldier's straight
posture.
Over the past 20 years revelations about posture have been presented to me in so many different ways. Have you ever seen a young woman in her late teens or early twenties with shoulders rounded forward? You can almost see bones protruding from the back. How about the young man with his belly hanging out and shoulders rolled forward. It is not only a matter of how poor posture looks - it is what it ultimately does to your body and mind. That poor posture is simply derived from a lack of training in good posture habits.
My little mama had a skeleton that was out of control. She had osteoporosis. Her bone mass decreased with the days and she became so fragile she could twist and break a bone. She so wanted to stand up straight - but she couldn't. Within 10 years she lost seven inches in height and she felt shy to go anywhere as she thought the "hump" on her back (as she used to call it) was hideous.
When we slump we actually cut off a portion of our oxygen supply to our body. Our cramped position hinders that precious stuff from getting to all the areas where it's needed.
As our oxygen supply is "kinked up", our energy level is not as powerful. Our abdominals weaken which in turn weakens our lower backs and can start a cycle of back aches.
Good posture maintains a fine balance between muscular strength and flexibility. This balance decreases stress, increases self image and eliminates the possibility of chronic postural strain. (It also helps elimination!)
Right now try this: Sit up straight. Hold in the abdominals, pressing low back into back of your chair. Press your shoulders down (we lift them when tense), and back. Lift your head and neck thinking about stretching the neck upward to separate vertebrae and discs.
Take a deep inhalation in through the nose. Hold it for a few seconds and exhale through the mouth. Do it slowly several times, keeping the new posture. It would be so beneficial if you
would do this just a couple of times an hour. Get in the habit of good posture and good breathing. These things are life changing.
Practice your standing posture as well. Stand up against a wall and do the same steps. Then breathe! If you think of this as a mini workout you will be right! You will find you feel better after the day at the computer or desk. You will have more energy and actually be more relaxed at the same time.
Don't give in to having a lazy body control your health. Use your intellect and make some positive changes and life will improve. It's just the way the body works the best for you and
with a bit of practice you'll be ever so glad you you took a few moments to get in the habit
of maintaining great posture!
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