About blowing in the wind...

Hello Friends,

The lyrics in the song "Blowing in the Wind", flow through my mind, and the words that capture my attention most are "the answer my friend is blowing in the wind, the answer is blowing in the wind."  Perhaps it draws me in as there is such truth that is found in always searching.  At times the answers are right in front of us, but more often, they are discovered through reflection and much soul searching.

We need to always be looking; to continue to search deep within us.  Every now and again we take a risk and hope that it leads to the answer we so want to find.  Other times, it's seems a pointless venture and we want to run away from everything and simply be alone.  We all find different ways to comprehend and search for that which we need.  Perhaps it is as simple as the answer blowing in the wind; to see it we must open our heart and mind and embrace it.  Until next time...

Blondie©

About home base...

Hello Friends,

As we travel through the amazing journey of our life, and at the height of reaching and enabling our goals, how wonderful to know we have a home base to return to.  There we know we are grounded; where we are present, and where we truly and completely live our lives.  What I have come to know with certainty, more than anything else is that a home base matters most.

It's easy in the moments of being so busy and paying attention to the multiple details in things needing our attention, to forget how important it is to stay connected to our present life and reality.  While it would be somewhat unrealistic to say it is perfect; however, it is where real joy, happiness, and unconditional love is found.  Until next time...

Blondie©

About transformation...

Hello Friends,

Transformation intuitively means change.  Sometimes it is entirely inward brought about by an event in one's life, and we know with certainty, the impact is immediate.  Other times, it is a process that requires much soul searching, but either way, we learn to embrace transformation.

We reflect that our thoughts and feelings have changed and we are no longer the same as we were.  While others may observe something has changed, they are just not sure what it is.  The words of explanation may elude us and perhaps that doesn't really matter.  After all, transformation is a very personal thing.  Until next time...

Blondie©

About being unique...

Hello Friends,

Every single person we meet along our journey through life will be unique.  While it's true some will share similiar traits, the reality is, each person brings their own set of qualities.  Sometimes we miss the opportunity to know them personally so we selectively only get to see bits and pieces of them.  Oscar Wilde penned these words "a work of art is the unique result of a unique temperament."

As I reflected on those words, my perspective was altered, in the sense of how it opened my eyes.  What I mean by that, is in understanding the impact of the words, I came to know with certainty, it is the very essence, of all that another person is, that creates their own personal work of art.  It isn't what someone else expects you to be that matters; it's what you know you are, that matters most and makes you unique.  Until next time...

Blondie©

About I'll stand by you...

Hello Friends,

I love the words in the song 'I'll stand by you.'  There is something almost magical, that in the midst of living our lives, we have surrounded ourselves with others who echo those very words.  Perhaps the happiness is found, not so much in that we always need them; rather in knowing, if we do, in a heart beat, they are there.

My favorite words, 'when you are standing at the crossroads, and you don't know what to do...I'll stand by you,' always stay present in my mind.  How amazing to just be present in embracing the emotion that it ours, knowing we have family and friends who care for us in just this way.  We come to know with certainty, that our journey, while at times challenging, is totally enabled by those who stand by us.  Until next time... 

Blondie©

About smoothing the rough edges...

Hello Friends,

We often meet people in our life where we struggle to understand their demeanor, yet there is something about them, heart and soul, that connects us to them.  It could be, in the process of building the relationship, what we really want to do, is smooth out their rough edges.  We embrace all they share with us, but at the same time, struggle with how they are delivering their messages.

What I have come to know and understand with absolute certainty, is we must unconditionally accept each other with just the way we are.  That's not to say that we don't influence each other's styles, because that would not be realistic; rather in the process of living our lives, we discover the greatest value is found in treasuring the person, and meeting them right where they are. At times, that very thing has the power to smooth out the rough edges.  Until next time...

Blondie©

About joy cometh in the morning...

Hello Friends,

I love the phrase that "weeping may endure for an evening but joy cometh in the morning." I first heard those words when I was a teenager and I remember feeling this incredible sadness over an event in my life. Miraculously in just the right moment, somewhere, somehow, I heard those words and life for me moving forward was never the same.

What I mean by that is ever now and again something so impacts your life and in the moments of pausing, or in the sense of knowing how to feel, or what to do, you simply feel a life line and know you will be okay. I think life is just like that; complex yet ever forgiving of the spirit.  What I have come to know with certainty is you must embrace ever single moment without regret, knowing that all things work out for our good.  We just don't always know that is true in the moment.  Until next time...

Blondie©

About the day holding new promises...

Hello Friends,

Every day is one that holds the potential of new promises; a new sense of energy or as importantly an opportunity to just see things differently than you did the day before.  It's amazing how moving away from any one event in our life in that moment can make it just seem easier to manage on a new day.  While it's most natural to want to sort it all out, sometimes we can't; we are simply too tired.

We must find a way to know with certainty all that a new day can bring.  Equally we must be forgiving of ourselves when we can't find the energy; rather we learn that time is often what we need most.  In the universe of our life and in the higher power that is within us, we find a way.  That's what matters most.  Until next time...

Blondie©

About being in awe...

Hello Friends,

The sun shines on the landscape of our life and we are in awe of its beauty.  We momentarily pause and take in our surroundings knowing that each day is a precious gift in being able to take it all in.  In the process of living our life we reflect on the stillness of the day and the magnificent beauty that is ours to behold. 

It is during these moments we know with certainty that life gives us such treasures, and in opening our heart and mind to all the potential that is ours, we find a sense of peacefulness.  It doesn't mean there aren't things to continue to sort through; rather it's more that we've learned to embrace the contentment that comes in knowing we don't have it all figured out yet, but in time we will.  Until next time...

Blondie©

About resting awhile...

Hello Friends,

Every now and again we simply must find time to rest awhile.  It isn't because we don't love every single thing we are doing; more it's that we are trying to do too much.  In the process of forcing ourselves to stop we simply give in and know we must take the break to renew our spirit and rest our weary mind.

Sometimes it's not magically; rather a walk in the park enjoying the fresh cool air of the day or simply stopping to just be present and not having to think or solve anything is the very enabler to rejuvenate one's spirit.  What I have come to know with certainty is I must make time to rest awhile knowing that in short order I will be myself again and no longer tired.  Until next time...

Blondie©

About a new dawn...

Hello Friends,

I marvel at the first light of day as a new dawn emerges. One's heart and mind is renewed afresh as the clearness of the day comes into view.  The thoughts unfold before us and while at times there simply seems too much to do, and not even time to do it in, there is something about rest than enables us to figure it out.

Perhaps it's the newness of the day; a fresh opportunity to get things right that makes us want to try harder and to embrace all that a new dawn can bring.  In the moments of daybreak our attitude is ours to choose.  We allow the pieces to fall into place and revive our energies and focus to get things done.  With a new dawn before us, we find renewed hope and joy.  Until next time...

Blondie©

About understanding...

Hello Friends,

Life calls upon us for understanding and we are constantly stretched to keep trying harder; more determined than we were yesterday to figure out what is needed from us.   Perhaps at times we simply find ourselves worn down in the process.  The right thoughts and words won't come to us and we just keep struggling.

Maybe what we need to do is simply admit we don't understand, then that very thing that will save us. What I mean by that, is coming to the realization that no amount of thinking about the circumstances will bring understanding to light.  Rather we give in and ask for help and in the process, enlightenment comes.  Until next time...

Blondie©

About making sacrifices...

Hello Friends,

Sometimes we must find a way in our life to make sacrifices.  We must learn to step outside ourselves and totally see what it is needed and find a way to do more things for others.  It's not that sacrifice is intended to mean totally giving up others things; more it is a matter of being in tune with what is needed in the moment, and that which we must take care of.

In the process of focusing on what others need, we enable happiness by our actions.  There's something special about the feelings that come about in our heart and mind thinking of sacrifice in this way.  Rather than thinking of it as giving up something, we come to know with certainty, we are actually getting something far more powerful; joy and contentment in the process.  That makes it all worthwhile.  Until next time...

Blondie©

About game on...

Hello Friends,

Every now and again, we are reminded of the value of a winning attitude; it comes to us when we need it most.  Perhaps, the words 'game on', are the best explanation we can find to describe the fighting spirit within us.    What I mean by that, is we must rediscover the reserves we keep in check, and the drive that propels us forward, causing us to think outside of our comfort zone.

In the times that challenge us most, we find the determination we need to figure things out.  The goal to win resurfaces within us and we come to experience again the joy found in energizing others to their potential.  What I have come to know with certainty is it was there all along; it just needed to be renewed with passion afresh.  Until next time...

Blondie©

About finding a way...

Hello Friends,

The essence of finding a way is realized through determination and never giving up.  Along our journey through life we experience many obstacles that threaten to wreck havoc with both our attitude and persistence.  It is then we must focus on never losing sight of the goal, and continually look within, to find a way to translate the dream into reality.

Perhaps it is during these times, we most find what it takes to keep pressing onward.  What I mean by that is refusing to admit defeat, or allow the very thing we want so much to elude us.  Often what's most needed is to regroup, and breath ever so calmly, allowing the panic to subside, so the true message of how to achieve the goal shines through.  It is then we figure it out and find a way.  Until next time...

Blondie©

About feeling wounded...

Hello Friends,

I often wonder what it means to feel wounded; how it is that some things just seem to get to the very soul of us and words cannot express the emotions.  Perhaps it's a hurt that will not heal and only time will enable that very thing to happen.  We must learn that life is sometimes like that and we cannot allow ourselves to pretend it's not important, yet equally, we must always carry on.

What I have come to know with certainty is feeling wounded is a normal thing.  We can't possibly protect every single emotion in our life nor can we predict how it is we will feel from any one experience.  Rather we must find a way to constantly keep our heart and mind open if we desire to have all that life will give to us.  In the process of feeling wounded we discover and process our inner thoughts.  Until next time...

Blondie©

About the maze...

Hello Friends,

Life so often reminds us of the complications of walking through a maze and trying to find our way out.  It could be we just aren't sure of where we want to go, and this keeps us wandering aimlessly.  It is during those times we discover what we really need most; that is, a clear vision of the direction in which we are heading.

Maybe the key is before we ever enter the maze is having an exit strategy.  What I mean by that is sometimes we find ourselves with just too much to process; we can't figure out what should be our first priority and how to action the steps to methodically move us through the maze.  There is no disappointment in exiting where we entered.  The key is in remembering where that was.  Until next time...

 

Blondie©

About what's most precious to us...

Hello Friends,

Everyday should be a constant reminder of what's most precious to us.  Along our journey we must remember how wonderful it is to wake up each morning and look forward to each day.  It's not that everyday is perfect; rather we approach the day with happiness in our heart and a sense of gratefulness that comes in knowing the most important thing that matters is we are well.

What I have come to know with certainty is these are the days we must not take for granted.  When we lose our perspective of the joy there is in knowing we are healthy it is then we most need to reassess our priorities.  It is during those times we must step back and put all other challenges of our life in perspective.  To be well is truly what's most precious to us; all other things fall into place.  Until next time...

Blondie©

About behaving...

Hello Friends,

In the midst of living the moments of life, we simply find ourselves wanting to step back, and just not do things in the right way expected.  What I mean is that, is sometimes, we do not want to behave.  It's not that we want to break all the rules of engagement; rather we desire to do things differently. Sometimes, that means stretching both ourselves and others outside their comfort zone. 

The reality is, not everyone is ready to go there with us, and we must constantly tailor our behaviour, and this is just normal.  What I have come to know with certainty, is now and again, we must take a risk.  Without that, we cannot find the ways required to renew our spirit and keep a touch point on our heart and soul.  In the process of living our lives, we discover what works best for us and that, at times, not behaving, is a good thing for what it does to rejuvenate us.  Until next time...

Blondie©

About pausing for a while...

Hello Friends,

Along our journey through life, at times, we must simply pause and heal our spirit before we can continue onward.  What I mean by that, is often we do not realize or rationalize the burdens we are carrying, and the very work it takes to sort through the emotions, and restore our heart and mind to its full potential. 

It's essential we take time out; moments to reflect and time to spend with others.  Sometimes, what is most required, is asking others to provide insight and help with what we need to do.  Staying present and doing nothing should not be optional, and perhaps, it is only when we pause and truly think about things, that we make decisions that just make sense.  Until next time...

Blondie©

About the future...

Hello Friends,

We spend so much of our lives thinking about and planning for the future.  While that is important, at times it causes us to forget about the present.  What I mean by that is our energies and reserves are caught up in what we must do to get ready for the future that it causes us to sometimes miss the very opportunities that are right in front of us wanting our attention.

What I have come to know with certainty is the future is important; that's true.  More important though, is right now, and what it is we are doing to find joy and happiness in our life.  If we miss this time, we miss the things that most require our energy and devotion.  It is where we find our sense of contentment and knowing we are living everyday to the fullest.  The future lies ahead but today is the real gift; that is, the present moment.  Until next time...

Blondie©

About being healed...

Hello Everyone,

There are so many moments in our life we reflect back on and wonder how it is we healed the emotions and learned something from every single experience.  What I mean by that is so often we are faced with struggles that tend to wear us down; we wonder how to sort through all that life throws at us, yet somehow we find a way.

Perhaps it's the essence of the inner strength found deep within us that makes it possible to embrace everything that is part of our life and refines our character.  In learning to let go of any bitterness, and in the process of struggling to feel whole again, we come to know with certainty, we are so much more resilient than we ever thought was possible.  We discover our true character and what is needed to find hope.  Until next time...

Blondie©

About seeing things differently...

Hello Friends,

There are times in our life when we must force ourselves to see things differently.  What I mean by that is we can no longer stay where we are; we must move away from always expecting comfortable and predictable events.  Life is not simple like that, and try as we might, change happens all around us and requires our thinking to change with it.

Seeing things from a different perspective is often hard on the heart and mind.  It requires us to move in a new direction, or as importantly, to walk away from an existing direction in which we were headed.  The only way to see things differently is to be open to possibilities and the realization the choices we make at times are not optional; rather we find they are essential for our survival.  Until next time...

Blondie©

About matters of the heart...

Hello Friends,

Perhaps the most difficult of all things to figure out is the heart's emotions and how we struggle at times to sort through things that won't seem to leave our mind.   It's hard to understand how they simply will not leave us, and while we want to solve them and as importantly let them go, we come to know with certainty that is it often time that is the greatest enabler.

We wonder why it is we so care and why in the process we don't just decide it is no longer worth the effort.  Perhaps that actually happens more often than we think but then we pause and realize that matters of the heart do take time to resolve.  In processing the emotions we know this is an essential part of letting go.  Until next time...

Blondie©

About being selectively sociable...

Hello Friends,

With all that surrounds us and every possible media for engaging others and staying connected, we find we must choose which way to go.  We cannot be all things to all people.  What I mean by that are the various ways we choose to be sociable.  Our lives are so very busy and full of demands on our schedule, so how do we choose the ways we are going to communicate and who we will spend our time with?

The reality is we cannot be part of everything, so we choose to be selectively sociable.  At times, all we really desire is a cup of coffee and the genuine warmth and comfort of a discussion with another person.  We tire of the relenting need of the demands to be online, when the gift of a face to face meeting simply makes us happy. In being forgiving of ourselves, we come to know with certainty, that the choice is ours to make; it may seem selfish yet it is true and we own our decisions.  Until next time... 

Blondie©

About our reality...

Hello Friends,

Acceptance is the key to our reality.  What I mean by that is life surrounds us each day with new challenges and equally with wonderful opportunities.  Staying present in the moment, while embracing all that life has to offer, is our reality and the key to our happiness.  What I mean by that is we must constantly revisit our reality; when we lose touch with that we lose ourselves in the process.

Sometimes, we want to escape and find a place where no demands are placed on our time; where no decisions must be made, or other things so contingent on the events of our life.  Momentarily we know we are in need of a break, and even if for just a little while, we run away and heal our soul.  The reality and responsibilities of our life bring us back to the present and our reality.  We simply come to know with certainty that is where we must find our happiness.  Until next time...

Blondie©

About hard times...

Hello Friends,

We wake to the sound of the alarm and the start of a new day.  Our mind momentarily wanders and we think about the many things that must get done; what we must do first.  It wouldn't be realistic to say that everyday one jumps out of bed with vigor and enthusiasm; rather we drag out weary but grateful that a hot shower and a cup of coffee will soon allow us to connect our mind and body.

What I have come to know with certainty is somethings in our life are hard to manage; difficult to sort through and come to terms with.  All we really have is the reality that all things change and this makes harder times easier to deal with.  Our attitudes each day determine whether we will allow these moments to beat us up or whether we will allow them to simply make us better.  That is our own personal choice and how it defines who we become.  Until next time...

Blondie©

About the beauty of a waterfall...

Hello Friends,

Every time I think of a waterfall, I am overcome by its beauty.  The magic of its presence, and the constant flow of the water, reminds me that life is ours to embrace, and every experience, ours to own.  We cannot possibly know or predict when life will give us these amazing gifts; they come along when we least expect it.  To embrace the awe in a waterfall, is to embrace the moments of our life.

What I have come to know with certainty, is we must look for the beauty that surrounds us, and all the joy that is there for the taking.  We cannot miss this time for how it rejuvenates us, and how it makes us feel complete and alive.  In the midst of living our life we find taking time to behold the beauty of a waterfall, the very thing that is needed to renew our energy and our soul.  Until next time...

Blondie©

About bend but do not break...

Hello Friends,

The wind sways the branches on the tree causing it to bend, but they do not break.  It reminds us of the internal resolve and determination we must personally find within ourselves. What I have come know with certainty is the winds of our life find a way to our very soul.

Perhaps its how we are tested; how we learn to adapt and grow with each new experience that comes our way. It's important that we don't deny that at times it's just plain difficult. It is by embracing it all and learning to bend that we discover what we truly need.  Until next time...

Blondie©