Monthly Archives: August 2012

The Need and Desire for Love

Posted on August 21, 2012 by

My past is filled with falling in love over and over; at least I thought it was love. A few times it actually was! There is a condition called “Love Addiction” that’s a behavior in which people become addicted to the … Continue reading →

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A Little Stupid, But Fun

Posted on August 20, 2012 by

Home from a week-long trip, I was unpacking last night while my mind was out of gear and wandering as I worked.  Putting things in my closet the thought popped up about how useful wire coat hangers can be and … Continue reading →

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Amid Pleasures and Palaces

Posted on August 19, 2012 by

The past six days have had me traveling; first on business and the latter half of the week visiting a dear friend. Time has passed very quickly while hanging out with my buddy. He introduced me to several new people … Continue reading →

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A Real, True Friend

Posted on August 18, 2012 by

Being middle-aged can be a wonderful thing. By the time this fall season of life rolls around one has had enough life experience to potentially assemble some level of wisdom. It’s not automatic. Just staying alive to 40 or 50 … Continue reading →

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Down to the Core of My Being

Posted on August 17, 2012 by

Once in a great while I meet someone, see a movie, witness a performance or read a book or poem that moves me down to the core of my being. In such rare moments I am cognizant of being washed … Continue reading →

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What I Think Is What I Become

Posted on August 16, 2012 by

Over time it has been my discovery that the more I do something the more innate it becomes. Writing each day has made stringing words together easier and faster. Working out daily has brought me to better physical condition. Focusing and openly expressing what … Continue reading →

Posted in Life

Stettling A Person’s Nerves

Posted on August 15, 2012 by

Up early to go over a presentation for work and while sitting here wishing sleep could have lasted longer I was stuck by a moment of gratitude for my job.  So easily how one makes a living can be taken for granted, … Continue reading →

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Small Gratitude

Posted on August 14, 2012 by

Have you ever stopped to ask yourself, “what self-image do I project to the world and more importantly to the universe?” or ” what are my actions and words actually saying”. Today I’m speaking to you specifically about gratitude and … Continue reading →

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A Blog Written with Pictures

Posted on August 13, 2012 by

 

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Rich and Marvelous

Posted on August 12, 2012 by

Dare to Be When a new day begins, dare to smile gratefully. When there is darkness, dare to be the first to shine a light. When there is injustice, dare to be the first to condemn it. When something seems … Continue reading →

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