tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81810056527918175672024-03-05T06:02:58.462-05:00Peace of MindA journey with helpful tools to accomplish some Peace of Mind. Life experiences,quotes,quick thoughts and beautiful photos to inspire.
An additional page of photos of people from around the world to connect us all.
And another page of a "reader forum" to share thoughts in a safe environment.
Changing things up to keep it Fresh and New.
Come join me, hold my hand, and we can walk together....Forward... Peace :)Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05416596196407599102noreply@blogger.comBlogger160125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8181005652791817567.post-36461008641757189852013-05-03T13:57:00.000-04:002013-05-03T14:01:32.184-04:00We are all here for each other in ways big AND small<div style="text-align: center;">
Sometimes, the smallest of kind gestures has the ability to make the biggest of impacts. This video speaks to such gestures in a "paying it forward" kind of way. </div>
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As I watch this video, I am again reminded that we are all connected and that we all matter. It shows acts of kindness in their simplest form and how it spreads/grows from one to another. My hope, dear reader, is that after viewing this little flick, you walk away feeling the power within to do a small deed. </div>
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These deeds take little or no effort. </div>
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You can even just start out with giving a stranger a smile. Yep, it's that easy!</div>
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Next time you're out and about, keep your eyes and heart open and the opportunity will be sure to present itself. In doing so, you will find the peace of mind within, that you made a bit of difference by planting this seed of kindness.</div>
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Stay Open. Stay Kind. Stay Beautiful.</div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05416596196407599102noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8181005652791817567.post-39110347676816105612013-02-14T17:12:00.002-05:002013-02-14T17:12:44.081-05:00Feeling that you are loved is one of the greatest gifts<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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While mulling over all of my worries and woes in my mind (which I seem to do a bit more often these days) all of a sudden an image of my mom popped into my head. This caused me to pause, exhale, and say to myself, "but at least I'm loved" and every negative thought went away. This little moment left me to thinking about the importance of knowing that you are loved makes in one's life. And since today is Valentine's Day, I thought it most appropriate to share my thoughts with you on this subject.</div>
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All souls are born to be loved but not all feel that they are. When one feels loved they tend to be more grounded, secure, and self aware; as well as empathetic. Knowing you are loved is a bit different then actually feeling it. Anyone can say that they love you, and you may believe them, but not necessarily feel it. </div>
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To feel loved means that you feel unconditionally accepted. Not everyone has this kind of love in their life. There are many reasons whys one does not feel loved. Sometimes, it's due to lack of nurturing by one or both parents where they do not feel worthy of another's love and so they reject the notion. Childhood trauma of any kind can lead to a distorted view of one's self worth. Or it could be the way in which you view yourself, by being too critical. For example, hating the way you look.</div>
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Whatever the reason for not feeling loved, it does not change the fact that it puts you in a very lonely state of mind. Self destructive behavior is something that is not uncommon. Another detriment of not feeling loved, of course, is depression.</div>
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This is why I consider feeling loved a gift. Not everyone is blessed with the comfort of knowing that no matter what, you will always be one of the most important things in another's life (in a healthy way, that is). </div>
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When life get clustered, for whatever reason, it's always a good idea to just take a minute or two and feel the love that you know to be true. There really is no quicker fix (for the moment at least) to an anxious mind. And who knows, it may actually help to guide you through whatever process you need to go through. </div>
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I am so grateful for many, many things, most of which are priceless because of the human factor involved. My hope for you, dear reader, is that this feeling of love is abundant in your life also; and that it helps to carry you through the tough roads that we find must be traveled as well as the little moments in your head that need a bit of readjustment by reflection.</div>
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05416596196407599102noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8181005652791817567.post-42106642987540793542013-02-11T18:47:00.001-05:002013-02-11T18:47:22.477-05:00My Return to Blogger<div style="text-align: center;">
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After much debate within my own head, I have decided to just go ahead and come back to Blogger. There are a few reasons why I chose to do this. Some of which are, the following:</div>
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Blogger is much easier to manipulate/program, meaning that the User Interface is much more friendly for those of us who are not programmers and/or IT professionals. </div>
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I miss the way in which I could easily connect to all Google accounts making connecting to you much easier.</div>
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Transferring my Wordpress.org posts was flawless.</div>
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And most of all, since I have not posted any blog post in what seems like forever, I wanted to reconnect in the most seamless way possible for me, hoping that it will encourage me to start writing again. And we all know that the easier things are to accomplish the better chance they have of being accomplished.</div>
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So as you reacquaint yourselves with "Peace of Mind", please take note of the additional posts that were transferred (from approx Sept 2010 till in December 2011). Also, please take a sec to check out the "others ways to connect" tab in which I added links to a few of my social networking sites.</div>
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I've also added a ton more photos on the "We are Connected" page as well adding another page entitled "Complete Randomness to Inspire", chock full of really cool photos, quotes, gifs, etc.</div>
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And so, I will now consider this all a commitment to begin blogging for you again. In the mean time, I will be making a few more technical adjustments to this page and then I expect to be off and running!</div>
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Our newest family members: Avery and Lucy</div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05416596196407599102noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8181005652791817567.post-73374431034791691042011-12-15T07:55:00.000-05:002013-02-11T16:51:13.763-05:002011 Year in Review.....<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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My daughter shared this with me today and I, in turn, decided to share it with you. This is beautifully done.</div>
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2011 has been quite the Year of Awakening.</div>
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I feel so grateful to be alive to witness such a monumental year in history. The good as well as the bad.</div>
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I hope you enjoy and appreciate this short video as much as I did.</div>
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PEACE ,LOVE, AND LIGHT TO ALL</div>
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05416596196407599102noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8181005652791817567.post-65610142574306520562011-11-17T14:14:00.000-05:002013-02-10T20:56:51.909-05:00Getting LinkedIn has been a most pleasant surprise!<p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://peaceandharmony.biz/wordpress/2011/11/getting-linked-in-has-been-a-most-pleasant-surprise/linkedin-offices-1/" rel="attachment wp-att-926"><img class="aligncenter size-medium wp-image-926" title="LinkedIn Offices 1" src="http://peaceandharmony.biz/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/LinkedIn-Offices-1-300x139.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="139" /></a></p><br/> <br/><br/>I have now gotten to the point in which my reaching out has got to reach out farther. And so, I joined <a href="http://press.linkedin.com/logo-images" target="_blank">LinkedIn</a>. I have been putting off this type of outreach for a while.<br/><br/>There are many reasons for my joining the LinkedIn community.<br/><br/>Basically, I have decided that working outside the home, part-time, may not be such a bad idea. Also, I felt that this site would enable me to connect with other bloggers on a different and more profession level. And since I have started another blog, <a href="http://clusterfree.wordpress.com/">Piece Of My Mind</a>, I thought it best to spread myself around a bit more.<br/><br/> <br/><br/>I must admit that I had great apprehensions because of my preconceived notions about LinkedIn. I thought that it would have a professional smugness about it and that it would not lend itself well to those of us who do not hold a fancy higher educational degree. These were a couple of the reasons why I had put joining in for so long. Only after I took the plunge did I realize how wrong I was.<br/><br/>As a <a href="http://www.linkedin.com/home?trk=hb_tab_home_top">LinkedIn</a> member, I now have access to a plethora of opportunities I would otherwise not have ever known about. There are not only business contacts and job listings but also blogging groups and many more connections on many different levels just waiting to be made.<br/><br/> <br/><br/>So why am I sharing this with you, dear reader? Well, for me, this was another lesson in assumptions. That being so, I thought that maybe a few of you may benefit from what I learned and how I made my approach. Having these assumptions can hinder you greatly from making the changes and advancements that you may need to make.<br/><br/>Also, assumptions based on fear are never a good idea. In order to avoid this type of behavior one must first come to terms with what scares them. Since fear is usually the driving force behind most unhealthy and therefore unrealistic responses. It could be as simple as just not knowing what to expect and in turn, making up scenarios that seem too difficult or unattainable.<br/><br/>How did I finally make my move? Well, I first thought about it for about a week or two. Then one day, out of the blue, I held my breath and just dove right in!<br/><br/> <br/><br/>My suggestions in order to work your way through these restrictive assumptions are not the same for the innately apprehensive than for the extrovert (yes, even some extroverts experience feelings of anxiety when trying new things).<br/><br/> <br/><br/>For the innately apprehensive, I suggest taking approaching it in baby steps, incrementally. For the extrovert, your best strategy is to just take a deep breath and dive right in.<br/><br/> <br/><br/>All in all, I cannot wait to finish my profile and begin to really dig into all that LinkedIn has to offer. I'm so glad that I was so wrong about this site!<br/><br/> <br/><br/> Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05416596196407599102noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8181005652791817567.post-54412489025243688152011-11-15T11:44:00.000-05:002013-02-10T20:56:51.893-05:00"Paraprosdokians", Now say THAT 10 Times Fast!!<p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Paraprosdokians</strong><span style="color: #ff0000;"> "Figure of speech in which the latter part of a</span><br/><span style="color: #ff0000;"> sentence or</span><br/><span style="color: #ff0000;">phrase is surprising or unexpected; frequently used in a humorous</span><br/><span style="color: #ff0000;"> situation"</span><br/><span style="color: #ff0000;"> (i.e. "Where there's a will, I want to be in it," is a type of paraprosdokian).</span></p><br/><p style="text-align: center;">So here's the dealio. I thought I'd lighten things up today with the bit of humor so many of us are in need of. If I make you smile, then I will have accomplished my daily goal. If I make you laugh, well then, I will have exceeded my goal. If you do neither, then you could say that I will have failed at this, or I could look at it from another angle and just insist that you have not done well with getting your Happy on. But I do not think that the latter will happen. I have faith in your Happy Skills today, dear reader!</p><br/><p style="text-align: center;">The following is a list of<span style="color: #ff0000;"><strong> paraprosdokians</strong></span> for you to enjoy:</p><br/><p style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://24.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_ltyok9CmEa1r5ffzco1_400.png" alt="" width="320" height="480" /></p><br/><p style="text-align: center;">1. Do not argue with an idiot. He will drag you down to his level and<br/>beat you with experience.</p><br/><p style="text-align: center;">2. The last thing I want to do is hurt you. But it's still on my list.</p><br/><p style="text-align: center;">3. Light travels faster than sound. This is why some people appear<br/>bright<br/>until you hear them speak.</p><br/><p style="text-align: center;">4. If I agreed with you, we'd both be wrong.</p><br/><p style="text-align: center;">5. We never really grow up, we only learn how to act in public.</p><br/><p style="text-align: center;">6. War does not determine who is right - only who is left.</p><br/><p style="text-align: center;">7. Knowledge is knowing a tomato is a fruit. Wisdom is not putting it<br/>in a fruit salad.</p><br/><p style="text-align: center;">8. Evening news is where they begin with 'Good Evening,' and then<br/>proceed to tell you why it isn't.</p><br/><p style="text-align: center;">9. To steal ideas from one person is plagiarism. To steal from many is<br/>research.</p><br/><p style="text-align: center;">10. A bus station is where a bus stops. A train station is where a<br/>train<br/>stops. On my desk, I have a work station.</p><br/><p style="text-align: center;">11. I didn't say it was your fault, I said I was blaming you.</p><br/><p style="text-align: center;">12. Women will never be equal to men until they can walk down the<br/>street<br/>with a bald head and a beer gut, and still think they are sexy.</p><br/><p style="text-align: center;">13. Behind every successful man is his woman. Behind the fall of a<br/>successful man is usually another woman.</p><br/><p style="text-align: center;">14. A clear conscience is the sign of a fuzzy memory.</p><br/><p style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://24.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lugyswczIY1qmu60co1_400.jpg" alt="" width="259" height="194" /></p><br/><p style="text-align: center;">15. I asked God for a new car, but I know God doesn't work that way.<br/>So I<br/>stole a car, and asked for forgiveness.</p><br/><p style="text-align: center;">16. You do not need a parachute to skydive. You only need a parachute<br/>to<br/>skydive twice.</p><br/><p style="text-align: center;">17. Money can't buy happiness, but it sure makes misery easier to live<br/>with.</p><br/><p style="text-align: center;">18. There's a fine line between cuddling and holding someone down so<br/>they can't get away.</p><br/><p style="text-align: center;">19. I used to be indecisive. Now I'm not so sure.</p><br/><p style="text-align: center;">20. You're never too old to learn something stupid.</p><br/><p style="text-align: center;">21. To be sure of hitting the target, shoot first and call whatever<br/>you hit, a target.</p><br/><p style="text-align: center;">22. Nostalgia isn't what it used to be.</p><br/><p style="text-align: center;">23. Change is inevitable, except from a vending machine.</p><br/><p style="text-align: center;">24. Going to church doesn't make you a Christian any more than<br/>standing in a<br/>garage makes you a car.</p><br/><p style="text-align: center;">25. A diplomat is someone who tells you to go to hell in such a way<br/>that you look forward to the trip.</p><br/><p style="text-align: center;">26. Hospitality is making your guests feel at home even when you wish<br/>they were.</p><br/><p style="text-align: center;">27. I always take life with a grain of salt. Plus a slice of lemon,<br/>and a shot of tequila.</p><br/><p style="text-align: center;">28. When tempted to fight fire with fire, remember that the Fire<br/>Department usually uses water .</p><br/><p style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://25.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_ljlbfgQwka1qh4b54o1_500.gif" alt="" width="500" height="400" /></p>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05416596196407599102noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8181005652791817567.post-32226602760174643812011-11-14T11:36:00.000-05:002013-02-10T20:56:51.880-05:00The Betrayal of Beauty.....<p style="text-align: center;">I have written before on the subject of <a title="Perfectly Imperfect the Key to Character and a Self Assured Outlook ...." href="http://peaceandharmony.biz/wordpress/2011/06/perfectly-imperfect-the-key-to-character-and-a-self-assured-outlook/">Beauty</a>. So when I happened upon this quote, I couldn't help but share it with you. It's short enough, to the point, and speaks volumes.</p><br/><p style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://28.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lu25w5Wlqk1qf1498o1_500.jpg" alt="" width="500" height="552" /></p><br/><p style="text-align: center;">There are too many individuals who are misled into believing the lie/illusion of beauty. They, themselves, are therefore left feeling inadequate and undeserving of acceptance, and in even worse cases, love.</p><br/><p style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://www.tumblr.com/photo/1280/12789038355/1/tumblr_ls1y2c0MzO1qf1498" alt="" width="587" height="369" /></p><br/><p style="text-align: center;">This self defecating attitude must end. These "ad wizards" and "image makers" should be held accountable for their unrealistic public portrayals of beauty. Unfortunately, society is brainwashed in this myth and all too compliant with these portrayals.</p><br/><p style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://29.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_luih1btrRX1qdzpbco1_500.jpg" alt="" width="409" height="500" /></p><br/><p style="text-align: center;">Maybe I'm a bit passionate about this subject because I see beauty in all things.</p><br/><p style="text-align: center;">Maybe it's because I know that perfection is an illusion.</p><br/><p style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://29.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lu2na9wGMQ1qg5anao1_500.jpg" alt="" width="500" height="636" /></p><br/><p style="text-align: center;">Maybe it because of all the pain and heartache that comes with trying to live up to others' expectations in regards to their appearance. Which, in some cases can be a precursor to self abusive behavior.</p><br/><p style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://29.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lu0ebeMyr11qgoizno1_400.png" alt="" width="305" height="363" /></p><br/><p style="text-align: center;">I believe that the key to success in changing any negative perceptions about others lies in education and positive role models and mentors. We must learn to not live in ignorance but to thrive in the acceptance of all.</p>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05416596196407599102noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8181005652791817567.post-62956011311084798292011-11-06T05:52:00.000-05:002013-02-10T20:56:51.905-05:00Serenity Serendipitously Shared............<p style="text-align: center;">I would like to share with you, dear reader, a little photo journal of things that speak "serenity" to me. I hope you enjoy them as much as I do. Go ahead (if you are so inclined) and take the meditational suggestions given under each, in order to clear your head/mind of all that is bothersome.</p><br/><p style="text-align: center;">Even if it is for just a moment.</p><br/><p style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://25.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lqjz1ykV4d1qfiw1qo1_500.png" alt="" width="500" height="332" /></p><br/><p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Breath Deep.......</strong></p><br/><p style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://24.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lu7k9g7bsN1qmu60co1_500.jpg" alt="" width="500" height="658" /></p><br/><p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Clear your mind of all negative thoughts....</strong></p><br/><p style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://27.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lu5yfwlsQ71qmdi0lo1_500.gif" alt="" width="450" height="338" /></p><br/><p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Think of only the good in your life.....</strong></p><br/><p style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://30.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lu6i72BIGV1qevdxxo1_500.jpg" alt="" width="500" height="687" /></p><br/><p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Smile and be grateful....</strong></p><br/><p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Know how lucky you really are......</strong></p><br/><p style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://29.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_ltor3h2Pwd1qdc1g5o1_500.jpg" alt="" width="500" height="333" /></p><br/><p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Enjoy these moments in which you are able to reflect in peace....</strong></p><br/><p style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://30.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lu5n5s4kBV1qdzpbco1_500.jpg" alt="" width="500" height="375" /></p><br/><p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Know that you are loved.....</strong></p><br/><p style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://29.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lu084nxU5B1r22pjko1_500.jpg" alt="" width="500" height="337" /></p><br/><p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Imaging yourself in the "place" you'd like to be.....</strong></p><br/><p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Let yourself linger there for as long as you like.....</strong></p><br/><p style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://25.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lovgtvijmh1r09sneo1_400.jpg" alt="" width="400" height="361" /></p><br/><p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Breath deep.....</strong></p><br/><p style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://25.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lu28isU1Sr1qmu60co1_500.jpg" alt="" width="500" height="332" /></p><br/><p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Know that you are not alone....</strong></p><br/><p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Know that you are a gift.....</strong></p><br/><p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Know that you have purpose....</strong></p><br/><p style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://25.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lu0ag2OLbu1qmu60co1_500.jpg" alt="" width="450" height="450" /></p><br/><p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Now revel in these peacefully positive thoughts....</strong></p><br/><p style="text-align: center;"><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong><span style="color: #008000; text-decoration: underline;">POST NOTE: </span></strong></span></p><br/><p style="text-align: center;">After drafting up this post last night for publishing today, I serendipitously came across the photo below. It just so happens to explain in clearer and more precise terms a more defining and meaningful approach to meditation.</p><br/><p style="text-align: center;">I was so excited when I found this and thought that you, dear reader, may appreciate being more enlighten on this subject as I have. I guess this post was <strong>meant to be.</strong> I just love when this kinda thing happens<strong>!</strong></p><br/><p style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://29.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lp2mfpqldE1qbqwc2o1_500.gif" alt="" width="500" height="497" /></p>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05416596196407599102noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8181005652791817567.post-91178504155609856012011-11-01T14:39:00.000-04:002013-02-10T20:56:51.920-05:00We are on the same tree.....<blockquote> <br/><br/>[caption id="" align="aligncenter" width="268" caption="Weeping Willows are one of my very favorite trees."]<img src="http://25.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lpsu988fuh1qee5lio1_400.jpg" alt="" width="268" height="400" />[/caption]<br/><br/> <br/><br/><strong>"</strong>If what I say resonates with you, it is merely because we both have branches on the same tree<strong>"</strong> ~<br/><p style="text-align: center;"><strong>~William Butler Yeats~</strong></p><br/><p style="text-align: center;"></p><br/></blockquote>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05416596196407599102noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8181005652791817567.post-64386894397516292102011-11-01T14:14:00.000-04:002013-02-10T20:56:51.907-05:00Well Wishes for November.....<p style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://24.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_ltyeecYYL01r466uno1_500.jpg" alt="" width="500" height="651" /></p><br/><p style="text-align: center;">I guess I'll be cleaning the furnace filter and turning it on now!</p><br/><p style="text-align: center;">It's Time :)</p>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05416596196407599102noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8181005652791817567.post-30770981421347000932011-10-29T08:26:00.000-04:002013-02-10T20:56:51.875-05:00Oh No...Time to Turn it ON! <br/><p style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://27.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_ltfg4jrBVN1r0ezqso1_400.gif" alt="" width="320" height="240" /></p><br/><p style="text-align: center;">This is what I woke up to, this morning. A fire (made by my husband) in the family room fireplace. Why is this so unusual? Because it's October in Virginia and we have snow. It's also a bit chilly out and I have an issue, twice a year, when it comes to turning on the heat and turning on the air conditioning.</p><br/><p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Let me explain.</strong></p><br/><p style="text-align: center;">There are a few reasons why I dread doing both. Let me just start with that fact that before each "turn on", I have enjoyed a lower than usual electric bill for a month or two prior (our whole house is electric) without the heat pump running.</p><br/><p style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://27.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lt0h8vQfFn1r1vfbso1_500.jpg" alt="" width="467" height="699" /></p><br/><p style="text-align: center;">Secondly, I have this "thing" with turning on the heat before November 1st and the air conditioning before June 1st. I'm not quite sure what it is. Maybe, I have a weird psychological issue with the month justifying the change in temperature and therefore justifying the turning on of the heat pump.</p><br/><p style="text-align: center;">Third, and most importantly, our system is just as old as our house. Our house was built-in 1974. We have owned it for about 11 years. We bought it from the original owner who was quite proud of the fact that he replaced nothing in the house, ever! Therefore, we are the only ones in the neighborhood who still have the original heat pump system (the others have replaced theirs at least twice now)</p><br/><p style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://24.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lszgj6LfVO1qc76t1o1_500.jpg" alt="" width="500" height="333" /></p><br/><p style="text-align: center;">We would have replaced it if it had broken down, but it hasn't yet. It works great and everyone else in the neighborhood who has upgraded has had issues with their systems. So why invest $6,000 to $8,000 of funds we do not have if we don't have to? With that being said, whenever I turn the system on, I have a bit of an anxiety attack beforehand because I'm afraid that it will not work. We can only hope for so long that it lasts, and so far, we've been lucky.</p><br/><p style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://24.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lrqlbuOGo91qm0f2jo1_400.gif" alt="" width="399" height="465" /></p><br/><p style="text-align: center;">And so, the modus operandi for turning the heat/ac on is this: I announce to the entire family that I am going to turn it on. I hold my breath. I close my eyes. I open my eyes. I turn the switch to <strong>on, </strong>(mind you I'm still holding my breath at this point) and wait, and wait a bit more, till I see, hear, and feel the air being pushed out of the vents. When the mission is accomplished successfully, I say a prayer of gratitude and keep my hope up that it will last through the season.</p><br/><p style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://www.tumblr.com/photo/1280/11958652459/1/tumblr_ltov9dZZP61qmu60c" alt="" width="604" height="442" /></p><br/><p style="text-align: center;">Well, it's about that time, dear reader, that I have to do the "dirty deed", as I refer to it. I will be holding out till November, which is right around the corner. And when all is said and one, and it turns on without a hitch, I will then have Peace Of Mind.</p><br/><p style="text-align: center;"><strong>WISH ME LUCK!</strong></p><br/><img style="display: block; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto;" src="http://peaceandharmony.biz/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/wpid-Backgrounds_18045.png" alt="image" /><br/><br/> Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05416596196407599102noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8181005652791817567.post-7713133440528623992011-10-27T15:15:00.000-04:002013-02-10T20:56:51.913-05:00HAPPY HALLOWEEN PUMPKINS !!<p style="text-align: center;">After much deliberation, my kids decided on carving our pumpkin into a Pac Man theme. I told them not to get too upset if it did not turn out the way in which they intended. Reason being, they had no template and were a little sketchy on the ultimate design. They both dismissed my words of caution and went for it with great intent. The result, a surprisingly great job!</p><br/><p style="text-align: center;">(pictured below, photo skills lacking)</p><br/><p style="text-align: center;"><img src="https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-LLsfrJQ_JcA/TqngSMOGC5I/AAAAAAAABNA/vrz1-SQNPO4/s912/IMAG0111.jpg" alt="" width="700" height="418" /></p><br/><p style="text-align: center;"><img src="https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-Pui2E1TN4CE/TqngosuE8kI/AAAAAAAABNI/l8NCzhYgrEs/s912/IMAG0114.jpg" alt="" width="700" height="418" /></p><br/><p style="text-align: center;">Since they were so successful, I thought I'd share these crazy good carvings with you, dear readers, as to maybe inspire your creative pumpkin carving side (if you are so inclined)!</p><br/><p style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://25.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_ltqqh0SSRe1r2zhzao1_500.jpg" alt="" width="500" height="333" /></p><br/><p style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://30.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_ltqqh0SSRe1r2zhzao2_500.jpg" alt="" width="500" height="333" /></p><br/><p style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://28.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_ltqqh0SSRe1r2zhzao3_500.jpg" alt="" width="416" height="300" /></p><br/><p style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://26.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_ltqqh0SSRe1r2zhzao4_500.jpg" alt="" width="450" height="300" /></p><br/><p style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://26.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_ltqqh0SSRe1r2zhzao5_400.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="313" /></p><br/><p style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://30.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_ltqqh0SSRe1r2zhzao6_500.jpg" alt="" width="500" height="364" /></p><br/><p style="text-align: center;"><strong><span style="color: #ff6600;">HAPPY HALLOWEEN PUMPKIN CARVING!!!</span></strong></p>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05416596196407599102noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8181005652791817567.post-62530285713516487152011-10-26T12:16:00.000-04:002013-02-10T20:56:51.901-05:00Flawed...<p style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://29.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_ltovg0ybQd1qmu60co1_500.jpg" alt="" width="500" height="323" /></p>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05416596196407599102noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8181005652791817567.post-18365079317304706232011-10-25T20:57:00.000-04:002013-02-10T20:56:51.868-05:00Ying Yang<img style="display: block; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto;" src="http://peaceandharmony.biz/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/wpid-Yin-Yang_10.jpg" alt="image" />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05416596196407599102noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8181005652791817567.post-1104080046352655692011-10-25T12:34:00.000-04:002013-02-10T20:56:51.862-05:00Believe, Imagine, Dream, and LOVE...<p style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://29.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_loqyeaD0Lu1qjcsz0o1_250.gif" alt="" width="250" height="145" /></p><br/><p style="text-align: center;"><strong><span style="color: #cc99ff;">BELIEVE</span></strong> you can accomplish any task.</p><br/><p style="text-align: center;"><strong><span style="color: #cc99ff;">BELIEVE</span></strong> you have purpose.</p><br/><p style="text-align: center;"><strong><span style="color: #cc99ff;">BELIEVE</span></strong> in the unbelievable.</p><br/><p style="text-align: center;"><strong><span style="color: #cc99ff;">BELIEVE</span></strong> in yourself.</p><br/><p style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://28.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_loqyeaD0Lu1qjcsz0o2_250.gif" alt="" width="250" height="167" /></p><br/><p style="text-align: center;"><strong><span style="color: #99cc00;">IMAGINE</span></strong> a better world.</p><br/><p style="text-align: center;"><strong><span style="color: #99cc00;">IMAGINE</span></strong> a brighter future.</p><br/><p style="text-align: center;"><strong><span style="color: #99cc00;">IMAGINE</span></strong> yourself in harmony with your surroundings.</p><br/><p style="text-align: center;"><strong><span style="color: #99cc00;">IMAGINE</span></strong> yourself with Peace of Mind.</p><br/><p style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://29.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_loqyeaD0Lu1qjcsz0o3_250.gif" alt="" width="250" height="166" /></p><br/><p style="text-align: center;"><strong><span style="color: #00ccff;">DREAM</span></strong> in colors every night.</p><br/><p style="text-align: center;"><strong><span style="color: #00ccff;">DREAM</span></strong> of a better tomorrow.</p><br/><p style="text-align: center;"><strong><span style="color: #00ccff;">DREAM</span></strong> of being who you aspire to be.</p><br/><p style="text-align: center;"><strong><span style="color: #00ccff;">DREAM</span></strong> your wildest Dreams even when others try to sway you not to.</p><br/><p style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://26.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_loqyeaD0Lu1qjcsz0o4_250.gif" alt="" width="250" height="164" /></p><br/><p style="text-align: center;"><strong><span style="color: #ff0000;">LOVE</span></strong> your life.</p><br/><p style="text-align: center;"><strong><span style="color: #ff0000;">LOVE</span></strong> your family.</p><br/><p style="text-align: center;"><strong><span style="color: #ff0000;">LOVE</span></strong> each other.</p><br/><p style="text-align: center;"><strong><span style="color: #ff0000;">LOVE</span></strong> yourself.</p>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05416596196407599102noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8181005652791817567.post-40100303571987686682011-10-21T16:49:00.000-04:002013-02-10T20:56:51.885-05:00Confessions of a Worrier.......<p style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://30.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lsvt8ybW7e1r4abuuo1_500.jpg" alt="" width="445" height="650" /></p><br/><p style="text-align: center;">I must admit, from to time, I tend to worry a bit too much about things (and that's putting it lightly). It's in my genes. I come from a long line of worriers. You name it, and I have worried about it. Following are just a FEW (and I stress "Few") examples:</p><br/><p style="text-align: center;"><strong>On a Personal Level...</strong></p><br/><p style="text-align: center;">My Kids/Husband.</p><br/><p style="text-align: center;">Finances.</p><br/><p style="text-align: center;">Relatives.</p><br/><p style="text-align: center;">Job Security.</p><br/><p style="text-align: center;">The Cars.</p><br/><p style="text-align: center;">The House.</p><br/><p style="text-align: center;">The Garden.</p><br/><p style="text-align: center;">The Dog.</p><br/><p style="text-align: center;">My Appearance.</p><br/><p style="text-align: center;">The Weather.</p><br/><p style="text-align: center;">Safety and Security.</p><br/><p style="text-align: center;">Getting Lost.</p><br/><p style="text-align: center;"><strong>On a Broader Scale...</strong></p><br/><p style="text-align: center;">World Hunger.</p><br/><p style="text-align: center;">War.</p><br/><p style="text-align: center;">Dictatorships.</p><br/><p style="text-align: center;">Human/Civil Rights.</p><br/><p style="text-align: center;">Natural Disasters/Devastation.</p><br/><p style="text-align: center;">Orphaned Children.</p><br/><p style="text-align: center;">The World Market.</p><br/><p style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://26.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lsadqaWQwC1qms6tmo1_500.jpg" alt="" width="500" height="333" /></p><br/><p style="text-align: center;">I used to feel that being the consummate worrier that I am, was maybe a good thing. It meant that I took things seriously. That I was cautious and therefore well-informed before going forth. That maybe fear was an asset because it helped me to make better/safer decisions.</p><br/><p style="text-align: center;">Unfortunately, I have also realized that by being so worrisome, it has caused me to miss/forfeit opportunities. To hold back on taking some chances. To stunt my growth in certain areas of my life, and worst of all, to develop an <a href="http://mmops.stresfreen.hop.clickbank.net">anxiety issue</a>.</p><br/><p style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://28.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lsd716Ev8p1r41ve9o1_400.gif" alt="" width="326" height="383" /></p><br/><p style="text-align: center;">Being anxious because of worry is never a good thing, unless you are considering jumping off the roof of a building, etc.</p><br/><p style="text-align: center;">In knowing this about myself, I have made efforts in order to control my worry/anxiety/fear. I have to be constantly mindful of that little voice that enables me to dwell, causes me to lose sleep, and stops me from the spontaneity that is sometimes required in life.</p><br/><p style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://24.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lfi04wbCZn1qbzdfgo1_500.gif" alt="" width="500" height="413" /></p><br/><p style="text-align: center;">I share this with you, dear reader, because I know that I am not the only one who has a difficult time with these issues. To let you know that I can empathize with you. To hold your hand while walking the fine line between realistic caution and concern, and over exaggerated <a href="http://mmops.stresfreen.hop.clickbank.net">worry and anxiety</a>.</p><br/><p style="text-align: center;">Peace of Mind comes with being able to balance these emotions, moving forward with confidence and care.</p>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05416596196407599102noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8181005652791817567.post-32094762490634924902011-10-21T15:05:00.000-04:002013-02-10T20:56:51.878-05:00Quick.....Make A Wish!<img class="aligncenter" src="http://24.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lsr1p3VvYc1qzt4vjo1_500.gif" alt="" width="500" height="500" /><br/><br/> <br/><p style="text-align: center;"><strong>We all have something(s) we wish for. </strong></p><br/><p style="text-align: center;"><strong>We should all hold hope dear.</strong></p><br/><p style="text-align: center;"><strong>We all need to look up now and then.</strong></p><br/><p style="text-align: center;"><strong>We all seek Peace of Mind.</strong></p><br/><p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Go ahead, this wish is on me!</strong></p><br/><p style="text-align: center;"></p><br/><p style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://30.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lsvn10swjE1qdzpbco1_500.jpg" alt="" width="500" height="453" /></p>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05416596196407599102noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8181005652791817567.post-82865352335242072452011-10-10T15:48:00.000-04:002013-02-10T20:56:51.914-05:00"Health"......<p style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://27.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lstw8gziN21qcmg61o1_500.jpg" alt="" width="500" height="375" /></p><br/><p style="text-align: center;">So simple.</p><br/><p style="text-align: center;">So powerful.</p><br/><p style="text-align: center;">So real.</p><br/><p style="text-align: center;">Health, contentment, and faithfulness are my wish for you, dear reader.</p><br/><p style="text-align: center;"><strong>May you find these things to be attainable and true.</strong></p>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05416596196407599102noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8181005652791817567.post-26869829046857468662011-10-10T13:10:00.000-04:002013-02-10T20:56:51.870-05:00Life Intentions, a funny thing happened...........<p style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://26.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lqcrchFyBb1qczqexo1_500.jpg" alt="" /></p><br/><p style="text-align: center;"> Sometimes, no matter how focused and driven we are, we end up finding ourselves in situations that we would have never imagined ourselves being in, while wondering how in the heck we ended up there.</p><br/><p style="text-align: center;">It's as though all of our efforts were done in futility.</p><br/><p style="text-align: center;">But wait.</p><br/><p style="text-align: center;">It's alright.</p><br/><p style="text-align: center;">And please do not be disappointed in yourself.</p><br/><p style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://25.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lre85c00Xh1qzv9o5o1_500.gif" alt="" width="427" height="422" /></p><br/><p style="text-align: center;">There could be many reasons why your journey has taken a left in stead of right (and visa-versa) turn. You may become aware of some of them sooner rather than later. And others will not show themselves but in an epiphany or two (or three and so on) much later on.</p><br/><p style="text-align: center;">We must learn to accept these situations in faith, that maybe there are other forces around (based on your belief system) that have guided you to this place in life, in order to serve a greater purpose for yourself and in some instances, for those around you.</p><br/><p style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://29.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_ls078iu87k1qhq2buo1_500.jpg" alt="" width="418" height="500" /></p><br/><p style="text-align: center;">With this acceptance comes the Peace Of Mind that is needed to relax and enjoy this place that we find ourselves in, even though, we may have never intended to be here.</p>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05416596196407599102noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8181005652791817567.post-35895531949913805622011-10-09T10:19:00.000-04:002013-02-10T20:56:51.881-05:00Tranquility<p style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://27.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lqeulu9dDl1qc66bjo1_500.gif" alt="" width="500" height="281" /></p><br/><p style="text-align: center;"><span style="text-decoration: underline; color: #0000ff;"><em><strong style="color: #299d0f;">TRANQUILITY</strong></em></span></p><br/><p style="text-align: center;">A kind thought</p><br/><p style="text-align: center;">A deep breath</p><br/><p style="text-align: center;">A quite moment</p><br/><p style="text-align: center;">A reflection in grace</p><br/><p style="text-align: center;">The wisdom to carry you through</p><br/><p style="text-align: center;">Having <strong>Peace of Mind</strong></p>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05416596196407599102noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8181005652791817567.post-14930004533016368232011-10-09T09:59:00.000-04:002013-02-10T20:56:51.866-05:00Gardening Gifts and the Connections they Make.....<p style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: xx-small;"><a href="http://peaceandharmony.biz/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/008.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-medium wp-image-484" title="008" src="http://peaceandharmony.biz/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/008-300x225.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="225" /></a><br/></span></p><br/><p style="text-align: center;">We are, as humans, creators. As you invest your time in the reproduction/replenishing of flower and fauna, you are connecting with nature in a most wonderful way. You are, in essence, the mother of what you propagate, watching your offspring grow and thrive, nurturing/guiding it along when needed, and reaping the benefits of its strong growth and great beauty</p><br/><br/><div style="text-align: center;"><br/><br/> <br/><br/></div><br/><p style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEicgC1XPj8VGkgDFlc4eEn0iM8hhLDOTHxvHWlGpeFPCW9FBnGEHYaMS4KI4p0klp-Q2AJsxw0ek9A3sAHNDXnvmjgEwKlCw40hUVIzTDzUEZZxHJ1UFrzOOEeTKZRaUvdv0arqjGI3Tg/s1600/109.JPG"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEicgC1XPj8VGkgDFlc4eEn0iM8hhLDOTHxvHWlGpeFPCW9FBnGEHYaMS4KI4p0klp-Q2AJsxw0ek9A3sAHNDXnvmjgEwKlCw40hUVIzTDzUEZZxHJ1UFrzOOEeTKZRaUvdv0arqjGI3Tg/s320/109.JPG" alt="" width="240" height="320" border="0" /></a></p><br/><br/><div style="text-align: center;"><br/><br/>To me, gardening is more than just digging a hole in the ground and dropping in a plant or two. it's a completely spiritual experience; a time to connect with Mother Nature and all her glory. As I dig in the dirt, it take in the aroma of the earth and feel as though i am making a contribution of sorts to my family, friends, community, and to myself. I feel that it is of great benefit to beautify your surroundings to every other living creature in your midst. I use the time spent in the garden for reflection, thinking of what was and what will become. I cannot help but feel a sense of hope and peace when I am in the garden.<br/><br/></div><br/><div style="text-align: center;"><br/><br/> <br/><br/></div><br/><div style="text-align: center;"><br/><br/> <br/><br/></div><br/><p style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEguVMOBFCaVmjjJNeVnRlZgSJD-234s7Sm8W6MnboZ9BGdMYLzQds-ezhludvlA0qfP69Rw1OnR51Xh9_SKJa1yGMpYDFYw2EC_5as2da640UhWZkIEykcgIWPMHdE1VB1q1qGx0csVFw/s1600/053.JPG"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEguVMOBFCaVmjjJNeVnRlZgSJD-234s7Sm8W6MnboZ9BGdMYLzQds-ezhludvlA0qfP69Rw1OnR51Xh9_SKJa1yGMpYDFYw2EC_5as2da640UhWZkIEykcgIWPMHdE1VB1q1qGx0csVFw/s320/053.JPG" alt="" width="320" height="240" border="0" /></a></p><br/><br/><div style="text-align: center;"><br/><br/>This connection brings me to a great place of gratitude as well as accomplishment. Being grateful for the opportunity and ability to be one with the earth and the satisfaction of the contribution I have been able to make in my own little way.<br/><br/></div><br/><div style="text-align: center;"><br/><br/> <br/><br/></div><br/><div style="text-align: center;"><br/><br/> <br/><br/></div><br/><p style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjrJi6KdJv6XaQ6uLxi0vq5QEbnpmXqrQlDaaOgahI6Etami28hkCcrNMNk_f5OV5wVAX0dBJ1A-RMGK8xBrw1mwAwYDHDIyZ5MYKDcuxZZis1jibbx4cpsdjDhtlbNQqB8yJ47S-UmgQ/s1600/087.JPG"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjrJi6KdJv6XaQ6uLxi0vq5QEbnpmXqrQlDaaOgahI6Etami28hkCcrNMNk_f5OV5wVAX0dBJ1A-RMGK8xBrw1mwAwYDHDIyZ5MYKDcuxZZis1jibbx4cpsdjDhtlbNQqB8yJ47S-UmgQ/s320/087.JPG" alt="" width="320" height="240" border="0" /></a></p><br/><br/><div style="text-align: center;"><br/><br/>In sharing my thoughts and feelings about my "garden experience" to you, I hope that the next time you go out into your garden you are able to take a moment and truly reflect on what it means to you, and how it benefits your well-being and peace of mind. If you do not have a garden (for whatever reason) you may want to reconsider the idea of being a gardener. you don't have to "go big". Start out small with a manageable space that does not overwhelm you at first. you can always increase its size as is wanted or needed. If land is unavailable, please consider container gardening. This type of gardening can be most creative as well as inspirational!<br/><br/> <br/><br/></div><br/><p style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgzMSi9Sq13ceUunj0W1edhIXtStqoDqjiO9TPf_D4qLKYT7HnL21zrbPmAlaUyVr8fFRRNlTvfSo1GVHClbIuN3H9eCRiSSA8dsjGevPNP87JOYYHUuKq1pryp1GKbiP9eJGvRfXhYyw/s1600/076.JPG"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgzMSi9Sq13ceUunj0W1edhIXtStqoDqjiO9TPf_D4qLKYT7HnL21zrbPmAlaUyVr8fFRRNlTvfSo1GVHClbIuN3H9eCRiSSA8dsjGevPNP87JOYYHUuKq1pryp1GKbiP9eJGvRfXhYyw/s320/076.JPG" alt="" width="320" height="240" border="0" /></a></p><br/><p style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">(All these photos are courtesy of my own garden!)</span></p><br/><p style="text-align: center;">We are, as humans, creators. As you invest your time in the reproduction/replenishing of flower and fauna, you are connecting with nature in a most wonderful way. You are, in essence, the mother of what you propagate, watching your offspring grow and thrive, nurturing/guiding it along when needed, and reaping the benefits of its strong growth and great beauty</p><br/><br/><div style="text-align: center;"><br/><br/> <br/><br/></div><br/><p style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEicgC1XPj8VGkgDFlc4eEn0iM8hhLDOTHxvHWlGpeFPCW9FBnGEHYaMS4KI4p0klp-Q2AJsxw0ek9A3sAHNDXnvmjgEwKlCw40hUVIzTDzUEZZxHJ1UFrzOOEeTKZRaUvdv0arqjGI3Tg/s1600/109.JPG"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEicgC1XPj8VGkgDFlc4eEn0iM8hhLDOTHxvHWlGpeFPCW9FBnGEHYaMS4KI4p0klp-Q2AJsxw0ek9A3sAHNDXnvmjgEwKlCw40hUVIzTDzUEZZxHJ1UFrzOOEeTKZRaUvdv0arqjGI3Tg/s320/109.JPG" alt="" width="240" height="320" border="0" /></a></p><br/><br/><div style="text-align: center;"><br/><br/>To me, gardening is more than just digging a hole in the ground and dropping in a plant or two. it's a completely spiritual experience; a time to connect with Mother Nature and all her glory. As I dig in the dirt, it take in the aroma of the earth and feel as though i am making a contribution of sorts to my family, friends, community, and to myself. I feel that it is of great benefit to beautify your surroundings to every other living creature in your midst. I use the time spent in the garden for reflection, thinking of what was and what will become. I cannot help but feel a sense of hope and peace when I am in the garden.<br/><br/></div><br/><div style="text-align: center;"><br/><br/> <br/><br/></div><br/><div style="text-align: center;"><br/><br/> <br/><br/></div><br/><p style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEguVMOBFCaVmjjJNeVnRlZgSJD-234s7Sm8W6MnboZ9BGdMYLzQds-ezhludvlA0qfP69Rw1OnR51Xh9_SKJa1yGMpYDFYw2EC_5as2da640UhWZkIEykcgIWPMHdE1VB1q1qGx0csVFw/s1600/053.JPG"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEguVMOBFCaVmjjJNeVnRlZgSJD-234s7Sm8W6MnboZ9BGdMYLzQds-ezhludvlA0qfP69Rw1OnR51Xh9_SKJa1yGMpYDFYw2EC_5as2da640UhWZkIEykcgIWPMHdE1VB1q1qGx0csVFw/s320/053.JPG" alt="" width="320" height="240" border="0" /></a></p><br/><br/><div style="text-align: center;"><br/><br/>This connection brings me to a great place of gratitude as well as accomplishment. Being grateful for the opportunity and ability to be one with the earth and the satisfaction of the contribution I have been able to make in my own little way.<br/><br/></div><br/><div style="text-align: center;"><br/><br/> <br/><br/></div><br/><div style="text-align: center;"><br/><br/> <br/><br/></div><br/><p style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjrJi6KdJv6XaQ6uLxi0vq5QEbnpmXqrQlDaaOgahI6Etami28hkCcrNMNk_f5OV5wVAX0dBJ1A-RMGK8xBrw1mwAwYDHDIyZ5MYKDcuxZZis1jibbx4cpsdjDhtlbNQqB8yJ47S-UmgQ/s1600/087.JPG"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjrJi6KdJv6XaQ6uLxi0vq5QEbnpmXqrQlDaaOgahI6Etami28hkCcrNMNk_f5OV5wVAX0dBJ1A-RMGK8xBrw1mwAwYDHDIyZ5MYKDcuxZZis1jibbx4cpsdjDhtlbNQqB8yJ47S-UmgQ/s320/087.JPG" alt="" width="320" height="240" border="0" /></a></p><br/><br/><div style="text-align: center;"><br/><br/>In sharing my thoughts and feelings about my "garden experience" to you, I hope that the next time you go out into your garden you are able to take a moment and truly reflect on what it means to you, and how it benefits your well being and peace of mind. If you do not have a garden (for whatever reason) you may want to reconsider the idea of being a gardener. you don't have to "go big". Start out small with a manageable space that does not overwhelm you at first. you can always increase its size as is wanted or needed. If land is unavailable, please consider container gardening. This type of gardening can be most creative as well as inspirational!<br/><br/> <br/><br/></div><br/><p style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgzMSi9Sq13ceUunj0W1edhIXtStqoDqjiO9TPf_D4qLKYT7HnL21zrbPmAlaUyVr8fFRRNlTvfSo1GVHClbIuN3H9eCRiSSA8dsjGevPNP87JOYYHUuKq1pryp1GKbiP9eJGvRfXhYyw/s1600/076.JPG"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgzMSi9Sq13ceUunj0W1edhIXtStqoDqjiO9TPf_D4qLKYT7HnL21zrbPmAlaUyVr8fFRRNlTvfSo1GVHClbIuN3H9eCRiSSA8dsjGevPNP87JOYYHUuKq1pryp1GKbiP9eJGvRfXhYyw/s320/076.JPG" alt="" width="320" height="240" border="0" /></a></p><br/><p style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">(All these photos are courtesy of my own garden!)</span></p>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05416596196407599102noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8181005652791817567.post-91453134020133299172011-10-08T13:24:00.000-04:002013-02-10T20:56:51.921-05:00Strong Women....<p style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://30.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lshwukr7LZ1qhfxkqo1_500.jpg" alt="" /></p><br/><p style="text-align: center;">Be Strong.</p><br/><p style="text-align: center;">Be Beautiful.</p><br/><p style="text-align: center;">Be the Woman you are.</p><br/><p style="text-align: center;">I Celebrate with You, all of the Strong Women in our Lives.</p><br/><p style="text-align: center;">They are, who we as Women, should strive to be.</p>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05416596196407599102noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8181005652791817567.post-30039705473625969092011-10-08T12:17:00.000-04:002013-02-10T20:56:51.871-05:00"Love and Affection"....<p style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://29.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lspn0cnbmO1qastsxo1_500.jpg" alt="" /></p><br/><br/><blockquote><br/><p style="text-align: center;">“You yourself, as much as anybody in the entire universe, deserve your love and affection”</p><br/><p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Siddhārtha Gautama</strong></p><br/></blockquote>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05416596196407599102noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8181005652791817567.post-36640136023442431212011-10-07T15:16:00.000-04:002013-02-10T20:56:51.883-05:00Hugs.......<p style="text-align: center;"><img src="https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-uPHNhgxmN6M/To7B2vc3RlI/AAAAAAAACK8/E98WFvPfsQI/w300/hugs6.gif" alt="" /></p><br/><p style="text-align: center;">My husband just shared this with me and I thought that I would pass it on to you, dear reader.</p><br/><p style="text-align: center;">May you always have someone around to hug you.</p><br/><p style="text-align: center;">May you always have someone around to hug.</p><br/><p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Please accept this hug from me to you!</strong></p>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05416596196407599102noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8181005652791817567.post-44565743794204731472011-10-07T13:04:00.000-04:002013-02-10T20:56:51.888-05:00Changes are coming.....<img style="display: block; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto;" src="http://peaceandharmony.biz/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/wpid-IMAG0035.jpg" alt="image" /><br/><p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Change is an inevitable part of life.</strong></p><br/><img style="display: block; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto;" src="http://peaceandharmony.biz/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/wpid-IMAG0036.jpg" alt="image" /><br/><p style="text-align: center;">Better to embrace its challenges than to resist in futility.</p><br/><p style="text-align: center;">Learn what you must through the process.</p><br/><p style="text-align: center;">Making one full circle instead of many.</p><br/><p style="text-align: center;">May you go through change with grace and gratitude.</p>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05416596196407599102noreply@blogger.com0