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I Aspire to be a Giant Squid

No, not the sea creature. Bob was recently forced into retirement. This was totally unexpected and earlier than we had planned. So I am taking on more projects to bring in extra income. One of them is Squidoo.

Don’t worry, Espirational will stay as it is. When I started this blog I was determined to keep it non-commercial. That is why my online money making activities are based outside this blog. I may from time to time mention something else I am doing. If you want to check these out, that would be great, but there is no pressure.

Here are a few of my first lenses for you to browse.

Mom’s Easy Potato Soup

Orgeenic for Healthier Cooking: Gluten Free Pancake Recipe

Art and Craft Supplies from the Trash

Thought for Today

“The day the Lord created hope was probably the same day he created Spring.” — Bern Williams

Hymn of Promise for Resurrection Sunday

I believe the Hymn of Promise is one of the most beautiful, simple, yet theologically correct hymns of our time. Written by Natalie Sleeth as a choir anthem, a hymn version is included in the United Methodist Hymnal. Although not normally thought of as an Easter hymn I couldn’t think of anything more appropriate.

The Lord is risen! Life wins! The end is just the beginning! Hallelujah! AMEN! And so it is.

Celebrate Take a Walk in the Park Day

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Copyright 2010 by R.O. Robbins

I am known for my daily walks. I will walk anywhere, anytime, but my favorite walk is in a park in the early morning.

I agree with Thoreau, “An early-morning walk is a blessing for the whole day.” The world is still quiet and you can be alone with your thoughts or enjoy the silence. Early morning is also great for wildlife watching. You can also catch some great photos, like the one above.

We know the health benefits of a good walk and we know it can help regulate our mood, but there is more. Walking is also a way of quieting our minds and helping us become centered.

This is a day worth celebrating. Come up with your own reason, but a great way to celebrate is to go for a walk in the park.

Thought for Today

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“Through humor, you can soften some of the worst blows that life delivers. And once you find laughter, no matter how painful your situation might be, you can survive it.” — Bill Cosby

Thought for Today

“Not only is another world possible, she is on her way. On a quiet day I can hear her breathing.” — Arundhati Roy

Thought for Today

“All the great spiritual leaders in history were people of hope. Abraham, Moses, Ruth, Mary, Jesus, Rumi, Gandhi and Dorothy Day all lived with a promise in their hearts that guided them toward the need to know exactly what it would look like. Let’s live with hope.” — Henri Nouwen

Thought for Today

“If you can’t feed a hundred people, then feed just one.” — Mother Teresa

Passover

Passover begins tonight at sunset. Join me in watching this video about a very fun and joyful Passover Seder for young children with music by Carol Boyd Leon.

Thought for Today

“Promise yourself to be so strong that nothing can disturb your peace of mind.

To talk health, happiness, and prosperity to every person you meet.

To make all your friends feel that there is something in them.

To look at the sunny side of everything and make your optimism come true.

To think only of the best, to work only for the best and expect only the best.

To be enthusiastic about the success of others as you are about your own.

To forget the mistakes of the past and press on to greater achievements of the future. To wear a cheerful countenance at all times and give every living creature you meet a smile.

To give so much time to the improvement of yourself that you have no time to criticize others.

To be too large for worry, too noble for anger, to strong for fear and too happy to permit the presence of trouble.” — Christian D. Larson