Halloween
Though for the day:
Be just a little bit silly today. Dress up, were a goofy hat, or sock that don't match, whatever it might be. You can get away with things like that on Halloween, so, why not take advantage of that fact and have a little fun?
I like this holiday. I really enjoy passing out candy at the door. We moved to a rural area last year and I was sorely disappointed with the turn out. I had a nice large bowl of candy ready to go and only ONE Trick-or-Treating child came. I am hoping for a better turn out this year.
Many Montessori schools do not do much celebrating for this holiday. When you allow any kind of "dress-up" day some people will over-due it and make it uncomfortable, scary, or out-of-control for everyone. When I had my own school I did not see it that way. My school was small so I was able to talk to the parents directly and keep thing somewhat "under-control".
But, what I want to know is, why is being a bit "out-of-control" once in a while a bad thing. It can be a very good thing. It can create learning and teaching moments not ordinarily brought out in the regular day to day routine. I say, have some fun, be a little scary, have a couple of pieces of chocolate, and behave yourself tomorrow,
HAPPY HALLOWEEN!!!!
;) ;] :} :{ :[
Make a funny face too!
Take care,
MissT
Saturday, October 31, 2009
Friday, October 30, 2009
Flu Season
Though for the day:
(sing to the tune of 'Shoe Fly' song)
Shoo FLU, don't bother me,
Shoo FLU, don't bother me,
Shoo FLU, don't bother me,
for I don't want your misery!
I am feeling a bit 'under the weather'. It may not be the 'official' flu because I am not running a fever--but it is 'no fun' none the less.
I have been coughing for the past few days. I am getting really good at coughing into my elbow crease, washing my hands a lot, and generally being paranoid about spreading germs.
I feel a bit "watched" by the people I see in the grocery store, pharmacy, etc... We are all so aware now of germs and the spread of them. Have you noticed (I am sure we all have) all of the 'pump' hand sanitizers are out in stores, banks, laundry mats, etc...? If you are not worried about catching the flu or anything else, just go do some errands and you will get that way.
We may be carrying this a bit too far. I still want to shake people's hands, do the sign of Peace at church, and get into an elevator instead of taking the stairs. Well, it is good to be careful, especially if you are caring for a child or an elderly friend. You would not want to take home those nasty germs home with the bananas from the grocery store.
My hope is that things will go back to normal in the near future. To look on the bright side, we may all get a bit better at this germ control thing and continue to use some of these things we learn--that could result in fewer days of feeling like I feel right now. I need to go blow my nose, disinfect my key board, and use hand sanitizer now!
Take care (take extra good care),
MissT
(sing to the tune of 'Shoe Fly' song)
Shoo FLU, don't bother me,
Shoo FLU, don't bother me,
Shoo FLU, don't bother me,
for I don't want your misery!
I am feeling a bit 'under the weather'. It may not be the 'official' flu because I am not running a fever--but it is 'no fun' none the less.
I have been coughing for the past few days. I am getting really good at coughing into my elbow crease, washing my hands a lot, and generally being paranoid about spreading germs.
I feel a bit "watched" by the people I see in the grocery store, pharmacy, etc... We are all so aware now of germs and the spread of them. Have you noticed (I am sure we all have) all of the 'pump' hand sanitizers are out in stores, banks, laundry mats, etc...? If you are not worried about catching the flu or anything else, just go do some errands and you will get that way.
We may be carrying this a bit too far. I still want to shake people's hands, do the sign of Peace at church, and get into an elevator instead of taking the stairs. Well, it is good to be careful, especially if you are caring for a child or an elderly friend. You would not want to take home those nasty germs home with the bananas from the grocery store.
My hope is that things will go back to normal in the near future. To look on the bright side, we may all get a bit better at this germ control thing and continue to use some of these things we learn--that could result in fewer days of feeling like I feel right now. I need to go blow my nose, disinfect my key board, and use hand sanitizer now!
Take care (take extra good care),
MissT
Wednesday, October 28, 2009
Synchronicity
Synchronicity
Look for synchronicity in your daily life. Recognize and appreciate it when it occurs and synchronicity will occur more often.
Synchronicity, as I understand it, is the thing that happens to you and it is hard to explain--when things just fall into place. Things and people seem to be in the right place at the right time. You are synchronized with nature, or the traffic lights, or circumstances. It is fun when it happens--like when you have been wanting to purchase something you really can not afford and someone says they need to find a donation center for that very item--that is synchronicity.
This phenomenon or occurrence can be very helpful and heartening to me. It is great to have the feeling--even for a moment--that you are in the exact right place at the exact right time to have good thing happen to you with absolutely no effort or toil. Wouldn't it be nice to not only have that happen to you on a regular basis, but to come to expect and even count on it regularly.
The Tao philosophy says exactly that. When we are truly TAO, we can come to count on the "universe" to bring and provide all that we need and want. I think the key is to need and want less so that it is easier for "the Universe" or "God" or "Carma" or "whatever" to provide those things.
Have a wonderfully, synchronized day, and be happy.
Take care,
MissT
Look for synchronicity in your daily life. Recognize and appreciate it when it occurs and synchronicity will occur more often.
Synchronicity, as I understand it, is the thing that happens to you and it is hard to explain--when things just fall into place. Things and people seem to be in the right place at the right time. You are synchronized with nature, or the traffic lights, or circumstances. It is fun when it happens--like when you have been wanting to purchase something you really can not afford and someone says they need to find a donation center for that very item--that is synchronicity.
This phenomenon or occurrence can be very helpful and heartening to me. It is great to have the feeling--even for a moment--that you are in the exact right place at the exact right time to have good thing happen to you with absolutely no effort or toil. Wouldn't it be nice to not only have that happen to you on a regular basis, but to come to expect and even count on it regularly.
The Tao philosophy says exactly that. When we are truly TAO, we can come to count on the "universe" to bring and provide all that we need and want. I think the key is to need and want less so that it is easier for "the Universe" or "God" or "Carma" or "whatever" to provide those things.
Have a wonderfully, synchronized day, and be happy.
Take care,
MissT
Tuesday, October 27, 2009
Life Long Learning
Thought for the day:
Be a life long learner. Most particularly, be a life long learner in your field of work, career, expertise.
How boring life gets if you think you have all the answers and have nothing left to learn. I went to a lecture last night about the Montessori Philosophy. I have been living and working with that philosophy since 1976. Why would I want or need to go to a lecture about something I should know very well by now? Well, because it was GREAT! It was so fun to see the trainees who 'have to' attend the lectures learning all of what, I think I know so well, for the first time.
The trainees were, some of them, tentative, some confident, and some quietly, taking "first steps" in a journey I have been on for a long time. It is nice to be reminded that my life's work is not a destination but a journey. We do not arrive to what we are and stay their (hopefully). We are always on the journey and hopefully always taking strides--some may be back and forth--towards new and exciting goals.
I sat in the "student" seat last night. My teacher, the same woman I started with over 30 years ago, stood up and "did her thing" so well. It was very heartening to see a woman of her maturity (age) still excited about the same concepts, philosophy, etc...that all Montessorians know so well. It was good to be reminded that no matter how well you think you know a subject--there is always something to learn new or in a different way. She spoke to her students with respect and got them to reach down to what they know and share that with the class. IT WAS FUN!
Keep on Learn'en,
Take care,
MissT
Be a life long learner. Most particularly, be a life long learner in your field of work, career, expertise.
How boring life gets if you think you have all the answers and have nothing left to learn. I went to a lecture last night about the Montessori Philosophy. I have been living and working with that philosophy since 1976. Why would I want or need to go to a lecture about something I should know very well by now? Well, because it was GREAT! It was so fun to see the trainees who 'have to' attend the lectures learning all of what, I think I know so well, for the first time.
The trainees were, some of them, tentative, some confident, and some quietly, taking "first steps" in a journey I have been on for a long time. It is nice to be reminded that my life's work is not a destination but a journey. We do not arrive to what we are and stay their (hopefully). We are always on the journey and hopefully always taking strides--some may be back and forth--towards new and exciting goals.
I sat in the "student" seat last night. My teacher, the same woman I started with over 30 years ago, stood up and "did her thing" so well. It was very heartening to see a woman of her maturity (age) still excited about the same concepts, philosophy, etc...that all Montessorians know so well. It was good to be reminded that no matter how well you think you know a subject--there is always something to learn new or in a different way. She spoke to her students with respect and got them to reach down to what they know and share that with the class. IT WAS FUN!
Keep on Learn'en,
Take care,
MissT
Sunday, October 25, 2009
Taking a chance
Sometimes it is good to do something that takes some courage and faith. I did that yesterday. It matter less what the action was than how it made me feel. I felt frightened, I was unsure of myself and a bit worried. But somehow I felt compelled to take the action that I took.
All my fears were not necessary. My worry was not needed. I did a "Good Samaritan" deed for a stranger and it all turned out fine. I took a chance that helping this person would not turn out to be a bad thing for me. I was happy to help and even more happy that nothing else happened.
It always feels good to me when I am able to help someone. I enjoy the interaction and feeling of well being I get when I extend help to a fellow human being. We should all look for opportunities to do it more often.
Thought for the day:
Help someone you do not know today. Look for opportunities
to hold the door, carry something, or just smile at people you
do not know. Trust that your help or kindness will be
accepted and appreciated.
Take care,
MissT
All my fears were not necessary. My worry was not needed. I did a "Good Samaritan" deed for a stranger and it all turned out fine. I took a chance that helping this person would not turn out to be a bad thing for me. I was happy to help and even more happy that nothing else happened.
It always feels good to me when I am able to help someone. I enjoy the interaction and feeling of well being I get when I extend help to a fellow human being. We should all look for opportunities to do it more often.
Thought for the day:
Help someone you do not know today. Look for opportunities
to hold the door, carry something, or just smile at people you
do not know. Trust that your help or kindness will be
accepted and appreciated.
Take care,
MissT
Saturday, October 24, 2009
Reprieve
Reprieve
Thought for the day:
Make the negative small and the positive big whenever possible.
We have had a reprieve from cold, nasty weather. Yesterday afternoon was cold but gorgeous here. I drove back from Lincoln with sunglasses on my face. I had not had to use them in a while. Rain is wonderful and necessary, but I get tired of the long dark days that come with a rainy spell.
I was thinking about what else we could need a reprieve from. I need a reprieve from physical pain right now. I have had several, not too serious, ailments in a row just lately and I am getting weary of what comes with pain. I am weary from the medications, side effects, loss of sleep, things like that comes with pain. I am also very grateful in many ways. I have a wonderful family, good friends, and superb Doctors that all help me when I need help and encourage me when I need to stop feeling sorry for myself and get on with life--because so often, pain is just a normal part of life that we need to pay attention to, but not give too much attention to. Giving too much attention to anything negative has a tendency to make it into something bigger than it has to be. I think we can make the positive things bigger by intentionally concentrating on them just like we can do the contrary of that. I choose to do the former whenever possible.
Have a wonderful weekend!
Take care,
MissT
Thought for the day:
Make the negative small and the positive big whenever possible.
We have had a reprieve from cold, nasty weather. Yesterday afternoon was cold but gorgeous here. I drove back from Lincoln with sunglasses on my face. I had not had to use them in a while. Rain is wonderful and necessary, but I get tired of the long dark days that come with a rainy spell.
I was thinking about what else we could need a reprieve from. I need a reprieve from physical pain right now. I have had several, not too serious, ailments in a row just lately and I am getting weary of what comes with pain. I am weary from the medications, side effects, loss of sleep, things like that comes with pain. I am also very grateful in many ways. I have a wonderful family, good friends, and superb Doctors that all help me when I need help and encourage me when I need to stop feeling sorry for myself and get on with life--because so often, pain is just a normal part of life that we need to pay attention to, but not give too much attention to. Giving too much attention to anything negative has a tendency to make it into something bigger than it has to be. I think we can make the positive things bigger by intentionally concentrating on them just like we can do the contrary of that. I choose to do the former whenever possible.
Have a wonderful weekend!
Take care,
MissT
Friday, October 23, 2009
Duality
Duality:
a situation or nature that has two states or parts
that are complementary or opposed to each other [from Microsoft spellcheck]
This is a great word. Something that can be complementary or opposed--not just one or the other. Many time I think we think of things that are opposing as being--wrong--different--or bad. But, how much better would it be if we could think of the things that we find opposing as being complementary to our own opinion. I think we could all learn more from each other if we went about our daily interactions with people with that in the forefront in stead of concentrating on those opinions being--wrong--different--or bad. Think about it--I will be thinking about that as I go about my day.
Take care,
MissT
a situation or nature that has two states or parts
that are complementary or opposed to each other [from Microsoft spellcheck]
This is a great word. Something that can be complementary or opposed--not just one or the other. Many time I think we think of things that are opposing as being--wrong--different--or bad. But, how much better would it be if we could think of the things that we find opposing as being complementary to our own opinion. I think we could all learn more from each other if we went about our daily interactions with people with that in the forefront in stead of concentrating on those opinions being--wrong--different--or bad. Think about it--I will be thinking about that as I go about my day.
Take care,
MissT
Thursday, October 22, 2009
Kick some you know what!
Thought for the Day:
Take the opportunities that life gives you and Kick a Little, you know what once in a while!
Now!
Let me explain myself. I mean, do your best and do not be afraid of people knowing how good you are at something. I do not mean, get in their face and show off about your abilities--but in your private moments, with yourself, say, "I really kicked some ________ today. I did well; I was glorious; I was awesome; etc... Then, accept some praise in your usual humble way.
I get frustrated when someone I praise finds it hard to accept my acclamations. Really, when you think about it, not graciously accepting praise that is given in a thoughtful manner is a little rude. I am not talking about the easy and often too frequent ones like, 'you look great today' or, 'where did you get those neat shoes', but the real nice compliments about something you put a lot of effort into, like, 'that was a wonderful Thanksgiving meal' or 'I enjoyed your presentation', or 'Wow, what you said really made sense to me'. I feel it is respectful to yourself and to the compliment giver to graciously accept that kind of praise or compliment.
So, go be great and when someone can tell [and hopefully someone will, even if that person is yourself] accept the praise and say, "Thank you, you are so kind".
Take care,
MissT
Take the opportunities that life gives you and Kick a Little, you know what once in a while!
Now!
Let me explain myself. I mean, do your best and do not be afraid of people knowing how good you are at something. I do not mean, get in their face and show off about your abilities--but in your private moments, with yourself, say, "I really kicked some ________ today. I did well; I was glorious; I was awesome; etc... Then, accept some praise in your usual humble way.
I get frustrated when someone I praise finds it hard to accept my acclamations. Really, when you think about it, not graciously accepting praise that is given in a thoughtful manner is a little rude. I am not talking about the easy and often too frequent ones like, 'you look great today' or, 'where did you get those neat shoes', but the real nice compliments about something you put a lot of effort into, like, 'that was a wonderful Thanksgiving meal' or 'I enjoyed your presentation', or 'Wow, what you said really made sense to me'. I feel it is respectful to yourself and to the compliment giver to graciously accept that kind of praise or compliment.
So, go be great and when someone can tell [and hopefully someone will, even if that person is yourself] accept the praise and say, "Thank you, you are so kind".
Take care,
MissT
Wednesday, October 21, 2009
Soup
Soup
I love soup. I love to make soup. I love to smell soup cooking. I love to look at soup. I love to eat soup.
I like how it can make your nose run and make you feel better when you are a little under the weather. I really believe in the healing power of a good batch of soup. I think it has way more to do with the process of making soup and sharing soup and making a meal out of soup than it has to do with opening a can of soup and eating it alone.
Soup should be shared. I am making a big batch of soup and I am along. So, I am going to think of someone (or many) to share this soup with. I bet, whomever I choose will enjoy my soup. It is a rainy, dreary, cool, October morning. The perfect setting for my activity. The house is just starting to smell like soup. I love to use my crock pot for this event. I like to start early and build the anticipation of what the soup will taste like. I often season my soup by smell first, then I let it cook a while before giving it a taste test---which is an absolute necessity---I think---when making soup.
I do not use a recipe for most of the soups I make--they are usually a combination of what I am craving and what I have available. I love to make soup without having to make a special trip to the store. It is fun to see what I can come up with and what I can 'use-up' when I make a big pot of wonderfulness I like to call, SOUP.
Have a SOUP-er day,
Take care,
Theresa
I love soup. I love to make soup. I love to smell soup cooking. I love to look at soup. I love to eat soup.
I like how it can make your nose run and make you feel better when you are a little under the weather. I really believe in the healing power of a good batch of soup. I think it has way more to do with the process of making soup and sharing soup and making a meal out of soup than it has to do with opening a can of soup and eating it alone.
Soup should be shared. I am making a big batch of soup and I am along. So, I am going to think of someone (or many) to share this soup with. I bet, whomever I choose will enjoy my soup. It is a rainy, dreary, cool, October morning. The perfect setting for my activity. The house is just starting to smell like soup. I love to use my crock pot for this event. I like to start early and build the anticipation of what the soup will taste like. I often season my soup by smell first, then I let it cook a while before giving it a taste test---which is an absolute necessity---I think---when making soup.
I do not use a recipe for most of the soups I make--they are usually a combination of what I am craving and what I have available. I love to make soup without having to make a special trip to the store. It is fun to see what I can come up with and what I can 'use-up' when I make a big pot of wonderfulness I like to call, SOUP.
Have a SOUP-er day,
Take care,
Theresa
Tuesday, October 20, 2009
No Excuses
I have been reading and listening to self help and spirituality, books and CDs. So, I am tempted to apologize for not entering a blog for 5 or 6 days--but, the CDs say that we need to not use excuses. So, I will say that life has taken me away from my computer and now I am back. It is good to be back and I hope someone reading this is glad that I am back.
Thought for the Day:
Try to go one day without uttering an excuse. You may be surprised how many times you use them.
I am looking forward to my day. It started early; I am up doing laundry and other things before the sun has risen. I will be tired tonight--early--but I am enjoying this time now and that is good.
I am embarking on a new adventure--at 51 I am going to go back to school and get a Master's--maybe even a PHD. WOW! I never thought I would do that. Well, I feel that we have to stay open to being lead by our life experiences. I feel I am being lead to go down this path. It feels a bit scary--but in a good way--like being at the top of the highest point of a roller coaster right before you start to plunge!!! (Well, that is, if you like roller coasters like I do.) I feel excited, nervous, but I know it will be an enjoyable ride with lots of twists and turns, some expected, some unexpected, but I bought the ticket, strapped myself into the seat, and here I go!
I am trying to see this as an adventure and not a chore or something I have to do. I want very much to be successful at this endeavor--but, at my age, if it does not work out--if I do not finish the whole thing, that will be OK too. That too will lead me to the next thing and life will go on. I will meet interesting people along the way and definitely learn a lot in the process. That in its self is good and worthy of much effort I think.
My hope for myself and for my readers is that you and I will go out into this world we live in today--make not excuses--just do our best and enjoy each other.
Take care,
MissT
Thought for the Day:
Try to go one day without uttering an excuse. You may be surprised how many times you use them.
I am looking forward to my day. It started early; I am up doing laundry and other things before the sun has risen. I will be tired tonight--early--but I am enjoying this time now and that is good.
I am embarking on a new adventure--at 51 I am going to go back to school and get a Master's--maybe even a PHD. WOW! I never thought I would do that. Well, I feel that we have to stay open to being lead by our life experiences. I feel I am being lead to go down this path. It feels a bit scary--but in a good way--like being at the top of the highest point of a roller coaster right before you start to plunge!!! (Well, that is, if you like roller coasters like I do.) I feel excited, nervous, but I know it will be an enjoyable ride with lots of twists and turns, some expected, some unexpected, but I bought the ticket, strapped myself into the seat, and here I go!
I am trying to see this as an adventure and not a chore or something I have to do. I want very much to be successful at this endeavor--but, at my age, if it does not work out--if I do not finish the whole thing, that will be OK too. That too will lead me to the next thing and life will go on. I will meet interesting people along the way and definitely learn a lot in the process. That in its self is good and worthy of much effort I think.
My hope for myself and for my readers is that you and I will go out into this world we live in today--make not excuses--just do our best and enjoy each other.
Take care,
MissT
Wednesday, October 14, 2009
Crisp Air
Thought for the Day:
Breath in the crisp air and be glad you are here to enjoy the gifts God gives us each and every day.
As I sit at my computer I remember the walk I took this morning. I had a warm winter coat on and enjoyed the cold crisp air I was breathing in and out of my lungs with each step. I walked a bit faster then the last time I went out for a walk. The cold air encouraged me to be focused and make good time. I was so glad to be healthy enough to get outside and exercise in that way.
I intend on taking an evening walk too! This weather--though cold--is very inviting. I enjoy watching the birds and bugs getting ready for winter. They seem to be anxious to make the most of their time too. I have had some uninvited guests (mice) in my basement. I know they want to find shelter from the cold, but I do not want them using my basement for that purpose. They are persistent and I am just as persistent in trying to keep them out. We will have to see who prevails?
Go outdoors--breath in the cold air and thank God for being here to enjoy the gifts of nature.
Take care,
MissT
Breath in the crisp air and be glad you are here to enjoy the gifts God gives us each and every day.
As I sit at my computer I remember the walk I took this morning. I had a warm winter coat on and enjoyed the cold crisp air I was breathing in and out of my lungs with each step. I walked a bit faster then the last time I went out for a walk. The cold air encouraged me to be focused and make good time. I was so glad to be healthy enough to get outside and exercise in that way.
I intend on taking an evening walk too! This weather--though cold--is very inviting. I enjoy watching the birds and bugs getting ready for winter. They seem to be anxious to make the most of their time too. I have had some uninvited guests (mice) in my basement. I know they want to find shelter from the cold, but I do not want them using my basement for that purpose. They are persistent and I am just as persistent in trying to keep them out. We will have to see who prevails?
Go outdoors--breath in the cold air and thank God for being here to enjoy the gifts of nature.
Take care,
MissT
Tuesday, October 13, 2009
Water
Thought for the day:
Be low like water--find your place by being low and even--as water finds its place and takes the shape of a container. Be fluid and conform to your surroundings.
This may sound strange to you but as you think about water it is interesting to take the characteristics of water and apply them to yourself and others. Water in a stormy ocean is very powerful. Water in a gentle rain is soft and soothing to the earth. Water can damage or heal. A flood can wipe out an entire region while just enough rain can bring forth a bountiful harvest.
Water is so necessary to all life. NASA is trying to find out if there was ever water on the Moon so they can plan future trips and a possible Moon station. Water is vital--healing--life giving--calming--soothing--as well as the opposite of all those things. I guess I want to use water as an example and be the good things that water can be. I want to be careful to be just enough of something so that I, like water, do not over do it and cause problems for myself and others.
BE LIKE WATER!
Take care,
MissT
Be low like water--find your place by being low and even--as water finds its place and takes the shape of a container. Be fluid and conform to your surroundings.
This may sound strange to you but as you think about water it is interesting to take the characteristics of water and apply them to yourself and others. Water in a stormy ocean is very powerful. Water in a gentle rain is soft and soothing to the earth. Water can damage or heal. A flood can wipe out an entire region while just enough rain can bring forth a bountiful harvest.
Water is so necessary to all life. NASA is trying to find out if there was ever water on the Moon so they can plan future trips and a possible Moon station. Water is vital--healing--life giving--calming--soothing--as well as the opposite of all those things. I guess I want to use water as an example and be the good things that water can be. I want to be careful to be just enough of something so that I, like water, do not over do it and cause problems for myself and others.
BE LIKE WATER!
Take care,
MissT
Saturday, October 10, 2009
LET IT SNOW
THOUGHT FOR THE DAY:
LET IT SNOW, LET IT SNOW, LET IT SNOW!!!
I know, I know, it is a bit early for Nebraska to be getting snow--Oct 9-10--but, is it not beautiful?
We have one to two inches on the ground as I type and I think it is wonderful. But, I am invited to a wedding today and my husband is in Huston because of weather delays so I do know that some people are not as happy to see this white stuff as I am. Snow, when you are unprepared or have other plans, can really get in the way.
I am planning on taking some pictures of the snow. My relatively new found hobby of photography really helps me see things like snow in a different way. I know how disrupting it is for the bride and groom and for my poor husband stuck in a city so far from home, but I am anxious for the sun to rise so I can capture the reflection of light off the sparkling crystals we all call SNOW.
Go enjoy your day and try not to be too upset if your plans get interrupted by snow or weather or people or whatever.
Take care,
MissT
LET IT SNOW, LET IT SNOW, LET IT SNOW!!!
I know, I know, it is a bit early for Nebraska to be getting snow--Oct 9-10--but, is it not beautiful?
We have one to two inches on the ground as I type and I think it is wonderful. But, I am invited to a wedding today and my husband is in Huston because of weather delays so I do know that some people are not as happy to see this white stuff as I am. Snow, when you are unprepared or have other plans, can really get in the way.
I am planning on taking some pictures of the snow. My relatively new found hobby of photography really helps me see things like snow in a different way. I know how disrupting it is for the bride and groom and for my poor husband stuck in a city so far from home, but I am anxious for the sun to rise so I can capture the reflection of light off the sparkling crystals we all call SNOW.
Go enjoy your day and try not to be too upset if your plans get interrupted by snow or weather or people or whatever.
Take care,
MissT
Friday, October 9, 2009
Good Morning
What a beautiful morning!
Thought for the Day: Welcome change into your life and see what happens.
When we are afraid of change and resist, there is a better chance that it will be a negative influence on our life. Change is so often inevitable that it does not make much sense to resist it and let it make trouble in our life. When we see change as opportunity or a new insight into our ordinary, maybe even boring day to day existence, it can be exciting and fun. So, my advice, take it or leave it, is to take the opportunity, there will be one soon I am sure, to look at change in this way and see what happens.
Have a wonderful day.
Here in Omaha we are looking at 22 degrees one morning this weekend--to cover or not to cover (plants) that is the question?
Take care,
MissT
Thought for the Day: Welcome change into your life and see what happens.
When we are afraid of change and resist, there is a better chance that it will be a negative influence on our life. Change is so often inevitable that it does not make much sense to resist it and let it make trouble in our life. When we see change as opportunity or a new insight into our ordinary, maybe even boring day to day existence, it can be exciting and fun. So, my advice, take it or leave it, is to take the opportunity, there will be one soon I am sure, to look at change in this way and see what happens.
Have a wonderful day.
Here in Omaha we are looking at 22 degrees one morning this weekend--to cover or not to cover (plants) that is the question?
Take care,
MissT
Thursday, October 8, 2009
Soar Above
Thought for the day:
Soar above any thoughts or actions of conflict--be like the red tailed hawk as it is soaring on outstretched wings above the smallness our world can be sometimes.
I am very lucky to live out of town far enough to see 2 or 3 beautiful Red Tailed Hawks flying and looking for their prey each day. I see them from my deck or from my car as I go to do errands or work. They take my breath away. They are so large and majestic.
I love to watch them soar on their large outstretched wings and study the ground so intensely. To be free like that is inspiring for humans. We are stuck on the ground where little things can seem bigger then they really are and our problems can overwhelm us at times. Each time I see a Hawk or Eagle flying I feel a little bit freer myself some how.
Take care,
MissT
Soar above any thoughts or actions of conflict--be like the red tailed hawk as it is soaring on outstretched wings above the smallness our world can be sometimes.
I am very lucky to live out of town far enough to see 2 or 3 beautiful Red Tailed Hawks flying and looking for their prey each day. I see them from my deck or from my car as I go to do errands or work. They take my breath away. They are so large and majestic.
I love to watch them soar on their large outstretched wings and study the ground so intensely. To be free like that is inspiring for humans. We are stuck on the ground where little things can seem bigger then they really are and our problems can overwhelm us at times. Each time I see a Hawk or Eagle flying I feel a little bit freer myself some how.
Take care,
MissT
Wednesday, October 7, 2009
Bunko or Bunco
The world according to Bunko, or bunco, I have seen it spelled both ways.
I am fortunate to have been and continue to be a part of a simple yet very profound BUNKO group. We have humble means--we began as a group of neighborhood women that needed a monthly--time out--or--time away--from the ordinary. Don't get me wrong, thst is a great reasons to form a Bunko group. But, we are, and they are, so much more than that.
This is a group of 11 regular members and around 7 substitutes that join when we need to fill that 12th spot at the table or when one of the regulars has a scheduling conflict (when the real world--life--gets in the way). I will speak for myself and hope that I convey the sentiments of the group when I say, that this seemingly ordinary group of women is anything but ordinary.
We bring a lot to the "tables"--literally and figuratively. We are by and large all smart, college educated (to some degree or another), mothers, wives (with good husbands and great children), we are good at being a friend, we help care for our elderly parents, we are employed (or at least contributing financially to our households), and we care about one other.
The last thing is the most important thing. We care about each other. Even if we just see each other that one day a month--we really care about each other and help each other in real ways. We pray for each other, check on sick members, offer the best kind of advice to each other, participate in active problem solving with one another, and most importantly, WE HAVE FUN TOGETHER!
I highly recommend anyone out there reading this to join a BUNKO group and make it into what it is meant to be--a support group for intelligent women (or men or couples, I guess) that drinks wine, eats great food, and once in a while you go how with 13 dollars in your pocket--LIFE IS GOOD!
Take care,
MissT
I am fortunate to have been and continue to be a part of a simple yet very profound BUNKO group. We have humble means--we began as a group of neighborhood women that needed a monthly--time out--or--time away--from the ordinary. Don't get me wrong, thst is a great reasons to form a Bunko group. But, we are, and they are, so much more than that.
This is a group of 11 regular members and around 7 substitutes that join when we need to fill that 12th spot at the table or when one of the regulars has a scheduling conflict (when the real world--life--gets in the way). I will speak for myself and hope that I convey the sentiments of the group when I say, that this seemingly ordinary group of women is anything but ordinary.
We bring a lot to the "tables"--literally and figuratively. We are by and large all smart, college educated (to some degree or another), mothers, wives (with good husbands and great children), we are good at being a friend, we help care for our elderly parents, we are employed (or at least contributing financially to our households), and we care about one other.
The last thing is the most important thing. We care about each other. Even if we just see each other that one day a month--we really care about each other and help each other in real ways. We pray for each other, check on sick members, offer the best kind of advice to each other, participate in active problem solving with one another, and most importantly, WE HAVE FUN TOGETHER!
I highly recommend anyone out there reading this to join a BUNKO group and make it into what it is meant to be--a support group for intelligent women (or men or couples, I guess) that drinks wine, eats great food, and once in a while you go how with 13 dollars in your pocket--LIFE IS GOOD!
Take care,
MissT
Tuesday, October 6, 2009
Being Responsible
Responsible
That can be such a BORING word. Who wants to be responsible all the time. Don't we want to relax once in a while and be irresponsible?
Unfortunately or fortunately, that is part of being human and an adult. But, lately I have been thinking about responsibility in a different way. (This is more of the enlightened, contemplative, meditative, thinking so get ready.)
Taking responsibility and "owning" all of your own life circumstances is a BIG deal. That means that we leave all "EXCUSES" behind. I am listening to a CD set of a weekend retreat with Dr.Wayne Dyer on this subject--"EXCUSES BE GONE". He is a spiritual motivational speaker and has written some 34 books on the subject.
This is the second go around for me. I listened to all 7 Cd's over a week period and then just began listening to them all over again--right away. [They are that good.] On the "second listen" I am hearing things I missed the first time through. This "taking responsibility" for all of your own life circumstances is a big deal. That means that we can not "blame" anything or anyone but ourselves and our own choices. WOW! I guess that really is taking responsibility for yourself. When I try to do that for myself though, it really does feel good. It makes me feel so much more in control of my own life. If you do not waste time "blaming and making excuses" there is so much more time, and energy, left to solve problems or even see that there may not be a problem (you thought you had) at all. It has been a freeing experience for me. I highly recommend anything Dr.Wayne Dyer has written. I am a big fan!
Take care,
MissT
That can be such a BORING word. Who wants to be responsible all the time. Don't we want to relax once in a while and be irresponsible?
Unfortunately or fortunately, that is part of being human and an adult. But, lately I have been thinking about responsibility in a different way. (This is more of the enlightened, contemplative, meditative, thinking so get ready.)
Taking responsibility and "owning" all of your own life circumstances is a BIG deal. That means that we leave all "EXCUSES" behind. I am listening to a CD set of a weekend retreat with Dr.Wayne Dyer on this subject--"EXCUSES BE GONE". He is a spiritual motivational speaker and has written some 34 books on the subject.
This is the second go around for me. I listened to all 7 Cd's over a week period and then just began listening to them all over again--right away. [They are that good.] On the "second listen" I am hearing things I missed the first time through. This "taking responsibility" for all of your own life circumstances is a big deal. That means that we can not "blame" anything or anyone but ourselves and our own choices. WOW! I guess that really is taking responsibility for yourself. When I try to do that for myself though, it really does feel good. It makes me feel so much more in control of my own life. If you do not waste time "blaming and making excuses" there is so much more time, and energy, left to solve problems or even see that there may not be a problem (you thought you had) at all. It has been a freeing experience for me. I highly recommend anything Dr.Wayne Dyer has written. I am a big fan!
Take care,
MissT
Monday, October 5, 2009
Humility
Thought for the day:
Humility—Be Humble
Being truly humble can be a tricky thing. When you are good at something it is nice to get some feedback from people—‘good job, thank you, wait-a-go’—if you want to live a really humble life you need to do what you can to avoid those acclamations and praise. To be radically humble you need to fly under the radar and do good without drawing attention to yourself. I have tried it and it does have its own rewards. I think it is definitely worth trying.
Take care,
MissT
Humility—Be Humble
Being truly humble can be a tricky thing. When you are good at something it is nice to get some feedback from people—‘good job, thank you, wait-a-go’—if you want to live a really humble life you need to do what you can to avoid those acclamations and praise. To be radically humble you need to fly under the radar and do good without drawing attention to yourself. I have tried it and it does have its own rewards. I think it is definitely worth trying.
Take care,
MissT
Sunday, October 4, 2009
Frost On Your Pumpkin
Is there frost on your pumpkin this morning?
The first frost of the season! Many people rush around and cover their precious potted flowers, and drape their haggard tomato plants with quilts. I have been known to do the same. But, the last few years I have had a different attitude about the first frost. That attitude is--bring it on! I have thoroughly enjoyed my flowers and tomato plants, but, if God sees fit it putting an end to them--I am not going to fight it. In fact, I may welcome the relief of having to water, pick, freeze, save, give away, etc... that comes with late season flowers and produce.
I always try to welcome the changes that come with each season. This year I am particularly blessed. We have a beautiful area on our property that we call, "the prairie (or prayerie") that has native grass and wild flowers. Two very good things happen with this land. First it bring lots of wild life into our lives and we do not have to mow or water it to help it grow. It is a young prairie so we have several years to go before it will be weed free, but I have enjoyed it so much this summer and fall. It has changed from the lush greens and bright reds, purples, and yellows that summer and wild flowers bring to wonderful rich golds, rusty reds, and oranges fall has to offer.
My suggestion to you on this bright cold day is to get a coat out of storage and go for a walk. See if you can see and appreciate a weed that is offering it's seeds up to the ground and to hungry birds preparing for winter. Or, look for a Red Tailed Hawk, I see one or two daily, preparing itself for the long winter. These are beautiful gifts of nature we can all share.
Thought for the Day:
Concentrate on what is good about life and spend no (or very little) time and energy on what is negative.
The first frost of the season! Many people rush around and cover their precious potted flowers, and drape their haggard tomato plants with quilts. I have been known to do the same. But, the last few years I have had a different attitude about the first frost. That attitude is--bring it on! I have thoroughly enjoyed my flowers and tomato plants, but, if God sees fit it putting an end to them--I am not going to fight it. In fact, I may welcome the relief of having to water, pick, freeze, save, give away, etc... that comes with late season flowers and produce.
I always try to welcome the changes that come with each season. This year I am particularly blessed. We have a beautiful area on our property that we call, "the prairie (or prayerie") that has native grass and wild flowers. Two very good things happen with this land. First it bring lots of wild life into our lives and we do not have to mow or water it to help it grow. It is a young prairie so we have several years to go before it will be weed free, but I have enjoyed it so much this summer and fall. It has changed from the lush greens and bright reds, purples, and yellows that summer and wild flowers bring to wonderful rich golds, rusty reds, and oranges fall has to offer.
My suggestion to you on this bright cold day is to get a coat out of storage and go for a walk. See if you can see and appreciate a weed that is offering it's seeds up to the ground and to hungry birds preparing for winter. Or, look for a Red Tailed Hawk, I see one or two daily, preparing itself for the long winter. These are beautiful gifts of nature we can all share.
Thought for the Day:
Concentrate on what is good about life and spend no (or very little) time and energy on what is negative.
Friday, October 2, 2009
Reason
Reason
Sometimes we want to make sense of the world when there is no way to make sense of what is happening to us. Well, maybe that is what happens when you--the enlightened--or spiritual--or whatever--person is trying to make sense of things that DO NOT MAKE SENSE!
You--all my numerous (?) readers will have to pardon me. I have been listening and trying to apply self help--spiritual--Tao--books and tapes to my life. I am trying to GROW. In my advenced years, I find myself in situations that do not hold up to reason and I want to deal with them in a healthy way. Believe me when I say--51--is not too old to learn. I have learned more in the past 1 1/2 years than I have learned in many previous years.
What I have found is that in this stage of life I find myself being an empty Nester--under-employed--time on my hands--person--that is able to contemplate life--look at life--and participate in life at a different level than I ever thought possible. I am able to do or not do, be or not be, buy or not buy, take part or not take part, in a way I have never been able to before. [If you are young and do not understand--just wait.]
I, for what it is worth, am HAPPY with myself--probably for the first time in a very long time.
Believe me when I say it is worth the wait--but at the same time--don't wait--grab it--learn it--live it!!!!!
Take care,
MissT
Sometimes we want to make sense of the world when there is no way to make sense of what is happening to us. Well, maybe that is what happens when you--the enlightened--or spiritual--or whatever--person is trying to make sense of things that DO NOT MAKE SENSE!
You--all my numerous (?) readers will have to pardon me. I have been listening and trying to apply self help--spiritual--Tao--books and tapes to my life. I am trying to GROW. In my advenced years, I find myself in situations that do not hold up to reason and I want to deal with them in a healthy way. Believe me when I say--51--is not too old to learn. I have learned more in the past 1 1/2 years than I have learned in many previous years.
What I have found is that in this stage of life I find myself being an empty Nester--under-employed--time on my hands--person--that is able to contemplate life--look at life--and participate in life at a different level than I ever thought possible. I am able to do or not do, be or not be, buy or not buy, take part or not take part, in a way I have never been able to before. [If you are young and do not understand--just wait.]
I, for what it is worth, am HAPPY with myself--probably for the first time in a very long time.
Believe me when I say it is worth the wait--but at the same time--don't wait--grab it--learn it--live it!!!!!
Take care,
MissT
Thursday, October 1, 2009
PEACE
Prayer of St. Francis:
Lord, make me an instrument of your peace,
Where there is hatred, let me sow love;
where there is injury, pardon;
where there is doubt, faith;
where there is despair, hope;
where there is darkness, light;
where there is sadness, joy;
O Divine Master, grant that I may not so much seek
to be consoled as to console;
to be understood as to understand;
to be loved as to love.
For it is in giving that we receive;
it is in pardoning that we are pardoned;
and it is in dying that we are born to eternal life.
I have always liked this prayer--and I love several songs that use these words. But, recently, I learned that this prayer is a universal truth. A universal truth,as I understand it, is something that no religion, Hindu, Christian, Busdist, or Jewish, any one religion can claim as their own--or that they carry out this message better than any other religion. It is true because it comes from GOD. It has always been true and it will always be true. These truths come to us--people--wrapped up in religion--or meditation--or spirituality--or whatever. But, they are true, they have always been true and they will always be true.
WOW! That may be more than you bargained for when you signed on to read this Blog. But I needed to say it and to have it read. I hope that is OK with all of (all be it few) my readers.
I have not entered a blog in 10 or 11 days. For that I want to apologize. I have been dealing with some complicated personal issues and needed the time to be contemplative and "listen more that speak" if you know what I mean. Now, I am ready to speak again. WOW! This feels so good.
Taking time to be contemplative has never been easy for me. My husband has a saying (I don't know where he got it), "It is better to be tuned in than to be broadcasting" or "You learn more when you are tuned in and not broadcasting", I am married to a very smart man.
Well, it is a gorgeous, cool, fall morning and I am still in my bed clothes at 8:55am. I had a long phone conversation in the midst of writing this so I need to finish and get ready for my day.
Thought for the day: Be a Peacemaker--be compassionate, loving, understanding--do not ask for any of those things from anyone. The only way we can be true peacemakers is in being compassionate, loving and understanding to others. But, know that all of those things will come back to you in good time if you send them out into the world with no strings attached. The hard thing is to not attach the strings.
Take care,
MissT
Lord, make me an instrument of your peace,
Where there is hatred, let me sow love;
where there is injury, pardon;
where there is doubt, faith;
where there is despair, hope;
where there is darkness, light;
where there is sadness, joy;
O Divine Master, grant that I may not so much seek
to be consoled as to console;
to be understood as to understand;
to be loved as to love.
For it is in giving that we receive;
it is in pardoning that we are pardoned;
and it is in dying that we are born to eternal life.
I have always liked this prayer--and I love several songs that use these words. But, recently, I learned that this prayer is a universal truth. A universal truth,as I understand it, is something that no religion, Hindu, Christian, Busdist, or Jewish, any one religion can claim as their own--or that they carry out this message better than any other religion. It is true because it comes from GOD. It has always been true and it will always be true. These truths come to us--people--wrapped up in religion--or meditation--or spirituality--or whatever. But, they are true, they have always been true and they will always be true.
WOW! That may be more than you bargained for when you signed on to read this Blog. But I needed to say it and to have it read. I hope that is OK with all of (all be it few) my readers.
I have not entered a blog in 10 or 11 days. For that I want to apologize. I have been dealing with some complicated personal issues and needed the time to be contemplative and "listen more that speak" if you know what I mean. Now, I am ready to speak again. WOW! This feels so good.
Taking time to be contemplative has never been easy for me. My husband has a saying (I don't know where he got it), "It is better to be tuned in than to be broadcasting" or "You learn more when you are tuned in and not broadcasting", I am married to a very smart man.
Well, it is a gorgeous, cool, fall morning and I am still in my bed clothes at 8:55am. I had a long phone conversation in the midst of writing this so I need to finish and get ready for my day.
Thought for the day: Be a Peacemaker--be compassionate, loving, understanding--do not ask for any of those things from anyone. The only way we can be true peacemakers is in being compassionate, loving and understanding to others. But, know that all of those things will come back to you in good time if you send them out into the world with no strings attached. The hard thing is to not attach the strings.
Take care,
MissT
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