Little steps

Those who would climb to a lofty height  must go by steps, not leaps. St. Gregory the Great from a letter to Augustine of Canterbury Baby steps is what is needed when a change in life circumstances reverts back to what is considered "normal" . . . normal being the perception...

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The Dreaded Holidays

Can you relate to Grumpy Cat when it comes to the holidays? I've been enjoying the Christmas movie marathon on the Hallmark Channel that started last week.  Major progress for me and the holidays in general.  My holiday Grumpy Cat days are over . . . thank God! Since JR died, even though...

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Thinking outside of the box

Thinking outside the box has become somewhat of a cliché, hasn’t it? I’ve heard it used often and have wondered where the term originated from and what the true meaning is.  For as long as I remember, it has been a saying that I am rather fond of since I perceive myself as a creative thinker...

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Spirits having flown

Faster than lightning is this heart of mine. In the face of time I carry on. I'd like to take you where my rainbow ends. Lyrics from the song Spirits Having Flown by the Bee Gees It doesn't seem possible that so much time has passed.  Tomorrow marks the 10th anniversary...

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Peace, Love and Happiness

Three simple words that have so much meaning. Those words take me back to flower child days that weave through the tapestry of my life through good and bad times. Together they sum up my philosophy of life having nothing to do with politics which lead me from one day to the next with optimism and...

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