Happy Memorial Day to everyone out there.....whether you're in the US or not! I don't consider this just a US holiday. This holiday is for everyone who's ever fought for something they believe in because when you do so, you're fighting for the freedom to believe in your thoughts, values, etc.
Life is a journey. ENJOY IT!!! Just because you may not believe in the same thing someone else does, doesn't mean they shouldn't have that opportunity to believe in it. Always get the different view points. That doesn't make you disloyal to your beliefs. Just makes it that much easier for you to understand where other people are coming from and visa versa.
Speaking of journeys, I've been reading the Tibetan Book of the Dead and am finding that that book is talking about the journey. Your destination just gives you a point of reference. At least, that's what I'm picking up from it. It just seems very much like common sense to me. But I think you'll find that point made in most spiritual writings and in Hollywood.
National Lampoons Vacation comes to mind....Remember, their destination was Wally World, but the movie was about their journey, not the destination. That only came at the end. And what a journey!!! I'm sure we all have our own "journey" stories. Some good, some bad. But they all make us who we are and those lessons will only help in the future.
As scary as it seems....just leave yourself open for the experiences that come your way. Doesn't mean you have to participate in everything, but just be aware they're out there. And always give more than you take. I've found that by giving more than I take and doing so freely, I always have something given to me in return. Doesn't mean it's what I want, but it's usually what I need. :-)
Enjoy the rest of your day!! And be sure to thank those who've fought for what we have today....everywhere!
Monday, May 30, 2011
Thursday, May 26, 2011
Uniqueness
Hello Everyone,
Just wanted to touch on a subject that has always been important to me....Our own uniqueness. I've seen more of that recently when dealing with my youngest, who has Aspergers. We've started attending group meetings here in Charlotte for people and family members dealing with Aspergers. This group was started by individuals with Aspergers. They are a GREAT group of people!!!
For all the social difficulties they have, they're smart, funny and so totally their own person. I love this group! And, the best part, Halee has started coming out of herself more. It seems to me that if you give people a little patience and understanding, anything can happen.
Why should we conform to what society tells us to want and expect? Isn't life about the unexpected?? We should always look forward to differences in those we deal with. If we were all the same, it would be a pretty boring world!!! The only thing we should be the same in is that we're all human, prone to mistakes and be open to other view points. Never hurts to listen to a different idea. That's how greatness starts.
So, the next time you see someone on the street, in the workplace, etc who isn't quite what you expect....don't ask yourself if you should avoid them, but how you can learn from them.
EXPAND YOUR HORIZONS!!!!
Just wanted to touch on a subject that has always been important to me....Our own uniqueness. I've seen more of that recently when dealing with my youngest, who has Aspergers. We've started attending group meetings here in Charlotte for people and family members dealing with Aspergers. This group was started by individuals with Aspergers. They are a GREAT group of people!!!
For all the social difficulties they have, they're smart, funny and so totally their own person. I love this group! And, the best part, Halee has started coming out of herself more. It seems to me that if you give people a little patience and understanding, anything can happen.
Why should we conform to what society tells us to want and expect? Isn't life about the unexpected?? We should always look forward to differences in those we deal with. If we were all the same, it would be a pretty boring world!!! The only thing we should be the same in is that we're all human, prone to mistakes and be open to other view points. Never hurts to listen to a different idea. That's how greatness starts.
So, the next time you see someone on the street, in the workplace, etc who isn't quite what you expect....don't ask yourself if you should avoid them, but how you can learn from them.
EXPAND YOUR HORIZONS!!!!
Tuesday, May 3, 2011
Persistence
Hi Kiddies,
Today's lesson.....Persistence. After my last entry, I was told to hang in there. I would come through it and that I'd always been persistent. Thanks Dad!! Then I got to thinking of all the times I was persistent. Like when I used to climb over the fence in the backyard when I was 5, even after I was told not to do that (although, I'm pretty sure that's not what my dad meant ;-). But the thought brought a smile to my face. So I thought some more and realized my main persistence in life was to be happy.
And when I talk about being happy, I'm not talking about all the usual ways people make themselves happy. Material things are nice, but nothing to rely on. To me, happiness is when you're comfortable with yourself. Sure, you may not have the career you want, or the house, car, etc. But, can you live with yourself, day in and day out? Some people call that inner peace.
It always makes people frustrated when I'm asked what I want out of life only to tell them that I just want to be happy. The question that is always asked after that....."what does that mean?" For me, it means smiling when your sad, giving comfort when you're tired and to realize that no matter where a person comes from....we're ALL HUMAN! Enjoy the journey, twists, turns and all.
I know, I know, this is a reoccurring theme with me. What can I say...I'm persistent :-p There are always silver linings in life! You just have to look within yourself to find them. No one else can do that for you.
Well, that's all I have time for now....I promise to share more of my "persistent" youth next time. Remember, smile! It's just life ;-)
Today's lesson.....Persistence. After my last entry, I was told to hang in there. I would come through it and that I'd always been persistent. Thanks Dad!! Then I got to thinking of all the times I was persistent. Like when I used to climb over the fence in the backyard when I was 5, even after I was told not to do that (although, I'm pretty sure that's not what my dad meant ;-). But the thought brought a smile to my face. So I thought some more and realized my main persistence in life was to be happy.
And when I talk about being happy, I'm not talking about all the usual ways people make themselves happy. Material things are nice, but nothing to rely on. To me, happiness is when you're comfortable with yourself. Sure, you may not have the career you want, or the house, car, etc. But, can you live with yourself, day in and day out? Some people call that inner peace.
It always makes people frustrated when I'm asked what I want out of life only to tell them that I just want to be happy. The question that is always asked after that....."what does that mean?" For me, it means smiling when your sad, giving comfort when you're tired and to realize that no matter where a person comes from....we're ALL HUMAN! Enjoy the journey, twists, turns and all.
I know, I know, this is a reoccurring theme with me. What can I say...I'm persistent :-p There are always silver linings in life! You just have to look within yourself to find them. No one else can do that for you.
Well, that's all I have time for now....I promise to share more of my "persistent" youth next time. Remember, smile! It's just life ;-)
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