I get a lot of inspiration when I’m outside- often when I’m walking one of my buddies on a trail…
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1/2 Empty or 1/2 Full…
I believe how a person’s views their glass, 1/2 full or 1/2 empty. says a lot about their outlook on life…
Continue reading “1/2 Empty or 1/2 Full…”Bathroom Graffiti…
Graffiti, like life is unpredictable- you never know where you’ll find it as well as if/when you might be inspired by the words of wisdom shared via this art form…For clarification, the following is how “graffiti” is explained:
Read more: Bathroom Graffiti…“Graffiti is art that is written, painted or drawn on a wall or other surface, usually without permission and within public view. Graffiti ranges from simple written words to elaborate wall paintings, and has existed since ancient times, with examples dating back to ancient Egypt, ancient Greece, and the Roman Empire.”
Recently, when visiting the Willamette Valley in Oregon, I enjoyed the bounty of the area including their wines. At the Et Fille tasting room in Newberg, I was inspired by their philosophy shared as “graffiti” on the bathroom wall.
“We believe that wine like life well lived should be authentic, complex & balanced.”
In turn, I reflected on how to apply this philosophy to my life as I “live a good story”:
To be “authentic”, I need to practice, “to thine own self be true” and draw on my strengths while also striving to strength my weaknesses…
Due to life’s “complex”ity, I need to simplify when possible so I’ll be able to focus on who & what really matter to me…
In turn, I will enjoy life more fully as I establish equilibrium or “balance” in all dimensions of my life…
One last insight: like a bottle of wine, I’m meant to be open(ed)…
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G.E.T. R.E.A.L.
I use this acronym, GET REAL, when promoting healthy lifestyles as it reminds me of what I believe are key elements to enjoying a sense of well-being. (*)see below)
The L is a reminder to: live fully…laugh freely…love truly…life long learning…Today, I experienced all these dimensions of the “L” factor…
After dog sitting for a week & with 2 more weeks ahead, I decided to try the “upgraded” toilet seat in my bathroom. Utilizing the remote that was in a case mounted on the wall, I hit a button that produced a gentle spray of water. When I hit the button to stop the spray, it didn’t stop- trust me don’t stand up till you have it stopped. Thus, I tried some other buttons- next came on the dryer- ok, that felt nice…Now, let’s stop it…Fortunately, I noticed an instruction sheet tucked up against the wall; plus, I discovered that the remote is 2-sided… As one might expect the red button was to stop it. Initially, I must not have hit it at the right angle…
Anyway, here’s my take-away from how this scenario unfolded: L- Live fully. (Be game to try new things- who knows what you might miss out on if you don’t.)…Laugh freely. (Laugh at yourself- nobody’s perfect)… Love truly. (You gotta love yourself no matter what or as Whitney Houston reminds us in her song Greatest Love of All -“Learning to love yourself is the greatest love of all.” It’s also the greatest gift.)…Life long learning. (Sometimes it comes as a “refresher course”- other times it might feel like wis”dumb”.)…
Based on this experience, I highly recommend that you read instructions or get “coached” prior to using something new…Plus, please, take note of any “precautions” identified…
BTW: Bonus features- the seat is heated as well as acts as a night light..
G.E.T. R.E.A.L.
G: Gratitude (should be spelled with 2 t’s as it reflects a positive attitude)
E: Establish equilibrium…
T: To thine own self be true…
R: Rest, relax, & rejuvenate…
E: Eat what you enjoy & enjoy what you eat…
A: Activate your lifestyle…
L: live fully / laugh freely / love truly / lifelong learning…
Attitude is Everything
I may have said it before; however, I think it bares repeating- I believe that gratitude should be spelled with 2 t’s to reflect that it’s an attitude. I have this grouping by my front door as a reminder that “Attitude is Everything.”
Continue reading “Attitude is Everything”Circle of Life……
Driving to visit family includes varied terrain. Along the way, there is a fair amount of open space that’s cattle range. When I’m traveling alone, I’m often inspired to sing songs like “America the Beautiful.”
Continue reading “Circle of Life……”A key to a fulfilling life…
I like the way Winston Churchill so succinctly stated: “We make a living by what we get. We make a life by what we give.” A bonus is that happiness is a byproduct of a generous life. In other words, when giving one can expect a “helper’s high” thanks to the endorphins that are generated.
Continue reading “A key to a fulfilling life…”Can Rocks Smile…
I encountered this cheery rock on my morning walk with my little buddy, Butterfinger. It put a smile on my face & it inspired me to reach out to others in whatever fashion/media that I might find available. In other words, I encourage you to make time for & never regret doing anything that might put a smile on someone’s face- even if it’s just your own.
How about taking it to the next level & have a grateful day…
Life Can Be Puzzling…
Life can be puzzling- partly, because it’s so unpredictable. Over the years I have come to believe that’s why it’s spelled L-if-E. Some of what I’ve experienced in life I wouldn’t wish on anybody; however, what I’ve l”earned” I want to share with everybody…
Continue reading “Life Can Be Puzzling…”Reap what you sow…
Currently the pastor at the Park City Community Church is doing a sermon series on the The Peace Prayer which is attributed to St. Francis of Assisi. This past week the message centered on “where there is hatred, let me sow love…” To reap is “to gather a crop” and to sow, “to plant seeds.” Often sowing is used as a metaphor for one’s actions and reaping for the results of those actions. in other words. it reflects how life is made up of choices and consequences.
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