The Final Phase

My Mother-In-Law began hospice care yesterday. Needless to say there is much sadness in my family right now. I’ve been no stranger to death in my life and the pain and sadness that comes along with it…and the grieving that follows. I’m by no means an expert in what to do or how to behave, [...]

Overrated Perfection

I often find myself getting so very frustrated when the weekend winds to a close. Why? you ask. Because I never seem to get done all the things on my “to do” chore list. And, oftentimes, those I do get done, are done in a quick and hurried way – less than perfect. I have [...]

How to “Be”?

We’re away from home right now. Visiting one of our “happy” places the Ranch. Usually there are a lot more people here when we are here, and I’m busy socializing, visiting and catching up with them. Today, however, I found myself alone (except for Bubba) for quite a few hours. Free! When I never feel [...]

Inspiration Thoughts for your Week ahead

Here are some quotes that caught my eye from Terri Trespicio at Whole Living magazine this month. They’re just simple thoughts that, this week, fit in with what I needed to hear. By sharing, I hope they might inspire or motivate you too. “Changing the way you eat may be the most transformative action you [...]

BlogHer 2011 – Thoughts #1

My first BlogHer. WOW! I still feel like I’m processing all I learned, heard, saw, felt, and experienced. I have a feeling I will write quite a few posts sharing all my thoughts as I sort it all out. (Hence the #1 in the title above). This one is just an expression of how I [...]

Meatless Monday – The Joy of Being Vegan

Ok, ok, so I didn’t cook anything new this week to share a recipe for. I hope you understand – I was gone most of the week and, though, I did cook this past week, I simply remade some of my favorites. If you’re really looking for a new recipe to try this week, you’ll [...]

You’re on the Path to Freedom when…

You can’t come up with one good reason why you should be anxious or frightened.

You’re on the Path to Freedom when…

You can listen to others without the need to tell them what you know

You’re on the Path to Freedom when…

You don’t find any kind of thrill in fear. You don’t find any kind of thrill in fear.

You’re on the Path to Freedom when…

You see where you are wrong – sooner than later – and stop trying to defend yourself.

You’re on the Path to Freedom when…

You have no concern for how others may think of you.

You’re on the Path to Freedom when…

Your moods are fewer, lighter and more unguarded

You’re on the Path to Freedom when….

You stop thinking about how much money you may or may not have.

You’re on the Path to Freedom when

You know that forgiveness is the kindest thing you can do for yourself.

You’re on the Path to Freedom when…..

You forget what it was that you didn’t like about someone.

You’re on the Path to Freedom when…

Your life has gotten progressively simpler

You’re on the Path to Freedom when…

You don’t blame anyone else for how you feel.

You’re on the Path to Freedom when

You stop trying to make others see life your way.

You’re on the Path to Freedom when…

You have no interest in old resentments.

You’re on the Path to Freedom when…

You don’t blame anyone else for how you feel.

You’re on the Path to Freedom when…

You really don’t want anything from anyone.

You’re on the Path to Freedom when…

You dress for comfort, not compliments.

Freedom’s Path

I am blessed with a life in which I can do many things to further my own happiness and those around me.

Freedom’s Path

We don’t need freedom for ourselves, we need freedom from ourselves.

Mimi’s Musings – School Bullying

My youngest step-daughter Mimi is going to be writing occasional guest posts on this blog. Here is her second post: I know that in my introduction blog post I said that my posts would mostly consist of my thoughts on pop culture. I initially intended for this post to be about a list of the [...]

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