Category: my thoughts
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hola, eye doctor
And yet, another adventure in going blind. Checking into my retina doctors appointment, I attempt to use the intake computer. I inadvertently click “Spanish.” Leading to me stumbling around, finding a human to help me check in. Thus entertaining the waiting room, which needed cheering up, as the people are facing life changing circumstances. And…
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and more peace
(one of my favorites, although I haven’t found a rendition I like enough to share) There will be peace in the valley for me some dayThere will be peace in the valley for me, oh Lord I prayNo more sorrow or sadness or trouble will there beThere will be peace in the valley for me…
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daffodils
Over the weekend, I followed the story of Catherine, HRH The Princess of Wales, being especially moved by her poignant video explaining her circumstances. And, I see there is a movement to display daffodils, the official flower of Wales. This is my tribute to her amazing resilience. I Wandered Lonely As A Cloud (William Wordsworth)I…
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getting jaunary started
Yes, I am running behind & now I see yet again, wordpress has changed everything. I am so tired of AI not being able to predict what I am trying to do. So, I guess this is turning into a little rant, as it took me multiple days to be able to share a little…
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light morphs into peace
Last year I was introduced to the concept of foregoing new year’s resolutions in favor of picking just one word to look out for and contemplate. My “light” year filled up a whole journal with definitions, sayings, poems, music lyrics, scripture, movie references, etc. Being as last year was so successful, I am going for…
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thanksgiving fades
Returning fall decor to its designated box, I stop and again read through Mary Englebreit’s Little Book of Thanks (2021), captivated by her unique, distinctive illustrations next to the quotes she has chosen. Here are a few for you to stop and ponder: “I am thankful for each and every day” (Chuck Berry) “Tis the…
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just babbling
I’ve been the recipient of short videos of my young grandchild babbling. Parents, wishing to know what she was saying, I gladly translated as follows (it would be helpful to see the clip, but this I cannot do): The scene: holding one hand, in a fist, up to an ear..JJ: “I’m desperate, send the translator…
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the smile that changed the world
I always thought I would change the world, until not too long ago when reality set in, and I haven’t. I woke up to the idea that small changes can always happen, and thus, my small way to make the world a better place is to remain calm and smile, especially for retail check-out clerks…
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if you can keep it
In the words of Benjamin Franklin, we have a republic, if we can keep it. I’ve traveled throughout much of this country and I have lived in multiple locations throughout. Today I am choosing to reflect on the beauty of her geographic features, unique natural beauty, and the beautiful diversity of our people. I’m singing…
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oddity and character
[warning: here you will get a little glimpse into my philosophical nature; what stimulates my thought processes, the complexity and oddity.] This morning I read, “No man is born either naturally or supernaturally with character, he has to make character” (O. Chambers, 1935). The nature of evil has permeated my thoughts for many decades, as…
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