"It had long since come to my attention that people of accomplishment rarely sat back and let things happen to them. They went out and happened to things." ~ Leonardo da Vinci Photo by Janko Ferlic on Pexels.com I have been known to say, "So many books, so little time!" with a deep sigh because … Continue reading Personal Stagnation
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Feeling the Rhythm
"Life has its rhythm and we have ours. They're designed to coexist in harmony, so that when we do what is ours to do and otherwise let life be, we garner acceptance and serenity." ~ Victoria Moran Photo by Pixabay on Pexels.com Much like the stones pictured above, on good days, life exists in a … Continue reading Feeling the Rhythm
Renewing the Soul
"The cure for anything is salt water: sweat, tears or the sea." ~ Isak Denison I don't know what it is about being near the beach - Is it the briney smell of the salt water? Is it the heat of the sun-warmed sand against my skin? Is it the bright warmth of the sun … Continue reading Renewing the Soul
What You See
"Life is like a prism. What you see depends on how you turn the glass." ~ Johnathan Kellerman Photo by Magda Ehlers on Pexels.com For someone reading my blog to assume I write about every aspect of my life would be foolish. For me to write about EVERY aspect of my life would be foolish … Continue reading What You See
Chicken Ranch Enchiladas
"If God dwells inside us like some people say, I sure hope he likes enchiladas, because that's what he's getting." ~ Jack Hardy Photo by Pixabay on Pexels.com One of the recipe sites I frequent is one of those wonderful ones, where you select the number of servings you wish to make and it automatically … Continue reading Chicken Ranch Enchiladas
If It’s Not Logical, It Doesn’t Make Sense (to me)
"Science doesn't have to be this awkward." ~ Sheldon Cooper Many times, people don't realize I'm on the autism spectrum. They would describe me as eccentric or quirky, but never "autistic." Maybe it's because I have Asperger's which is on the high end of the spectrum, or because I've learned to imitate and function fairly … Continue reading If It’s Not Logical, It Doesn’t Make Sense (to me)
Shifting into Focus
"A miracle is a shift in perception from fear to love." ~ Marianne Williamson Photo by Philip Justin Mamelic on Pexels.com We all have perceptions of life based on our past experiences. I've addressed a few of mine in previous posts. It's normal behavior - since we don't have ESP and we cannot foretell the … Continue reading Shifting into Focus
Grief in Vivid Technicolor
"Real people with real grief simply find a path moving forward and choose to walk it one step at a time." ~ Jessica Allen Every year, it's the same. I keep hoping that it will be different -- not as vivid, not as clear, maybe even non-existent. It's not. For many years, the depression would … Continue reading Grief in Vivid Technicolor
Orange Chicken
"Chinese food tries to engage the mind, not just the palate. To provoke the intellect." ~ Nicole Mones Oh my gosh! Would you look at THAT!! I remembered to take a picture before we ate it all - (insert proud sigh of satisfaction *here*) If you haven't figured it out by now, and you've read … Continue reading Orange Chicken
I hope you dance . . .
"You don't feel bad when you're dancing. You can't feel unhappy; it's impossible. It's such a natural way to release endorphins." ~ Caroline Flack Photo by Josh Willink on Pexels.com When I was growing up, dancing was frowned upon. We could watch the Lawrence Welk show where Bobby and Cissy performed. My sister and I … Continue reading I hope you dance . . .
The Road Back Home 