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Thought for Today

“We only need to open our eyes to see the gifts that abound all around us. These are the simple joys in life.” ― Genevieve Gerard

If you haven’t noticed by now I love gospel music. Maybe it’s my Baptist roots showing. Or maybe it’s the way gospel music has of bringing people together. Please take a few minutes to listen to Alison Krauss singing an old favorite.

Thought for Today

“Awareness is the power that is concealed within the present moment. … The ultimate purpose of human existence, which is to say, your purpose, is to bring that power into this world.” Eckhart Tolle [Source: Weekly Present Moment Reminders from Eckhart Tolle TV]

October Follower of the Month: Natalie Scarberry

Update: Natalie passed on April 8, 2019. She was a bright light who is missed by those whose lives she touched. I am very pleased to introduce our October Follower of the Month Natalie Scarberry. Natalie blogs at Sacred Touches which is a favorite of mine. I love her photos, quotes and writing and I’m sure you willContinue reading “October Follower of the Month: Natalie Scarberry”

Thought for Today

“Every time you are tempted to react in the same old way, ask if you want to be a prisoner of the past or a pioneer of the future.” — Deepak Chopra

Fall Fun: Apple Picking

Have you ever been to the orchard where apples are grown? Check to see if there is an orchard that sells direct to the public in your area. Whether you pick your own or buy already picked this a good way to teach children about where their food comes from. This is something Bob andContinue reading “Fall Fun: Apple Picking”

Thought for Today

“When you commit yourself to living love, you feel at peace with yourself because you are at harmony with the flow of life. Viewing life from the highest perspective, you feel confident and secure. You realize that no matter how things may appear, you are loved and protected. You know you are one with God,Continue reading “Thought for Today”

Thought for Today

“I’m so glad I live in a world where there are Octobers.” ― L.M. Montgomery, Anne of Green Gables [Source: http://www.goodreads.com/quotes/tag/October%5D

Healthy Living A to Z: U is for Understanding

I have found that people tend to have trouble staying with lifestyle changes if they are simply making changes because they are told to. Feeling forced to do something (even if to save your life) or blind obedience to a set of rules often brings about rebellion. It is important that we truly understand whatContinue reading “Healthy Living A to Z: U is for Understanding”

The Pelicans Have Landed

We live on the pelican migration route. For the last few weeks the people in our community have been asking each other “Are the pelicans here yet?” There had been sightings on larger areas of the lake but none had been spotted here — until this past weekend. Bob and I spent about an hourContinue reading “The Pelicans Have Landed”