I just mentioned to my daughter a few mins ago about possibly posting her company website on my family support group for recovery. Her company makes gift items and is non-profit and funds go toward woman in recovery. She will mention it in their weekly team building luncheon on Thursday.
Spent the morning at the doctor’s office getting a shot in my eye. The gift of sight is very important to me and thankfully there is a medication that helps me maintain my sight.
The actions that I take today, will mostly
be about supporting me. Not the best
realization. I will be working from home,
so I will have limited interactions with
others, but the people I will interact with,
I will attempt to listen with intention and
be a positive support.
As I go about my working day,
I will do my best to take care of my mind
and body. I will also do the things that keep
my house clean(ish) and in working order.
Charlie, it’s just as Important to Support yourself as it is to do so for others. I find myself being able to love on others more when I love on myself first. May you continue to take care of yourself today and every day 🙏🏽
Today I’m extremely lucky on this one! My family matters to me and my younger daughter who’s been living in Albania for a while is back in the US. She and her fiance are coming to our house and we’re taking them out to dinner tonight. She works a 100% online job so she has freedom to travel anywhere she can get Internet service. They love animals and are good with them, and they plan to see the US by doing pet-sitting jobs around the country that they find through TrustedHouseSitters.com. I support her in her professional and personal growth as an amazing young woman so she’ll be getting a big jar of homemade soup and lots of home-canned preserves to take with her.
I’ll check in with my older daughter to see how she’s doing. She needs and gets my support too; I’m taking her some home-canned goodies in a couple of weeks.
I’m fortunate that every day simply doing my job supports something that matters to me since I work for safer active transportation.
I’ve already set up recurring donations to campaigns and candidates I support as well as nonprofits. This is my reminder that I’ve been meaning to volunteer for a particular campaign to write postcards to undecided voters. It matters. I get emails from a local group that’s organizing this and will follow up with them.
The past few days I’ve been thinking about and trying to focus in on what it means to show up as my best self. Part of today’s quote helped me with that – authenticity vs. performance
“…just pay attention, then patch a few words together and don’t try to make them elaborate, this isn’t a contest but the doorway into thanks, and a silence in which another voice may speak.”
The books theme was :why did I do that? It was a daily meditation during the time of Advent. An example would be, the inn keeper replaces a few lanterns in the stable and on the pathway. In the end Mary and Joseph can clearly see the stable entrance.
Get the paperwork filled out to transfer our business from SC to NC, along with the name change. We are excited to have picked something we like, suitable to the area, and not taken by another company!
I would love to focus on something related to spirituality, which is my life priority. However, something that matters to me today is getting my economics homework and quiz done so I can move on to my computer homework. After I finish my computer homework, I’ll be free for my spiritual care.
My Ngoc, I’m very fortunate that we’re able to have the best case scenario where both members make spirituality the priority. This makes it easier to co-exist even through differences whether its interests, viewpoints, or personalities.
Today is my deceased brother Tom’s birthday. He died 12 years ago now of a disease we believe he developed as a result of working in New York on 9/11. So, today & tomorrow are always difficult days for me..and for my sister-in-law, his widow.
Today I will reach out to her in a way that honors Tom while reverencing her grief. Namaste, all.
Josie, Your brother was a hero! But that does not make his loss any easier. I am so sad for you and your sister in law on this day and tomorrow the Anniversary of 9/11. Sending you love and prayers.
Today I am near Lake Michigan visiting my niece and her husband. Last night we drove and then walked to the channel that connected a smaller lake and Lake Michigan. WOW!! Lake Michigan is awesome…just like the ocean. The fog was heavy…my niece said she never has seen it like that!! of course, I brought some of the Nantucket fog that I hold in my heart. Today, we are all going on a dune ride…I am a bit tired and admittedly cranky this morning as I did not sleep well…and yesterday was busy. BUT! I am alive and healthy and will appreciate every minute of this day and my visit. My niece matters a great deal to me…one of the cornerstones of my life (she and her twin)….and I will work very hard to savor all the time we have together. She…a someone matters to me. Thank you for this question…as it helped me to look at my behavior and how I will act today and the rest of the week during our time here.
I went out of town for a family celebration. Although it was a lot of fun, I was off my routine and jet lagged yesterday and I could tell I was in a funk. Today, I will prioritize myself and get back into the groove of things with kindness and compassion.
Jenifer, your resolve to prioritize yourself today is a healthy reminder for me to do the same..with ” kindness & compassion.” Thanks for posting this.
Today, I will write a hand-written letter, of the snail-mail variety to someone I love. There are several possibilities. I used to do this weekly, and I have fallen out of a very good habit.
The last 3 years of my Mother’s life, my sibs and I created a rotating schedule to stay with Mom, in her home, so she could stay there healthfully, body, mind, and spirit. 7 of us participated, and Mom hired a few hours of help each week. Because I lived far away, I would go once a month, and stay 4-5 days. Mom and I would walk out to get the mail together on most days, and her mail had little to offer other than flyers, bills, and a rare note from someone, which she would be so happy to receive. I decided that the weeks I was not with Mom, I would write her a note, send a card she would get a kick out of, brighten up that mailbox in some way. We both enjoyed it so much. I continued after my Mom passed to send someone a note, but as I have said, in the past few years I have not. So, today I will.
Such a nice thing to do! Early on in the pandemic I saw someone offering to send cards to people simply to feel connected to other humans while we were socially distanced. I reached out and she sent the nicest card. Now I’m wondering if I kept the envelope so I could send her a surprise card in return just because.
I can relate to your mom’s mail response. Our mailbox holds the same content. When I see a fun communication, I get gritty. I also feel the same way about phone calls. I sent off 4 snail mail cards the other day. I know the recipients will love it. Thank you!
Mary, it’s easier to fall off of good habits than to break bad ones. Human nature gravitates towards negativity. It’s very easy to become complacent. Temptations are everywhere.
Mary, Thank you for the reminder. I have several thank you” notes to write. I am going to try very hard to do that today! Receiving a note from a loved one or a friend brightens the day….and makes you feel loved! Best wishes for your weekly writing!
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I just mentioned to my daughter a few mins ago about possibly posting her company website on my family support group for recovery. Her company makes gift items and is non-profit and funds go toward woman in recovery. She will mention it in their weekly team building luncheon on Thursday.
I am off to volunteer with a local dog rescue.
Spent the morning at the doctor’s office getting a shot in my eye. The gift of sight is very important to me and thankfully there is a medication that helps me maintain my sight.
The actions that I take today, will mostly
be about supporting me. Not the best
realization. I will be working from home,
so I will have limited interactions with
others, but the people I will interact with,
I will attempt to listen with intention and
be a positive support.
As I go about my working day,
I will do my best to take care of my mind
and body. I will also do the things that keep
my house clean(ish) and in working order.
No need ot apologize for taking care of yourself, Charlie.
Charlie, it’s just as Important to Support yourself as it is to do so for others. I find myself being able to love on others more when I love on myself first. May you continue to take care of yourself today and every day 🙏🏽
Today I will honor life and choice and hold space for forgiveness and self compassion.
Today I’m extremely lucky on this one! My family matters to me and my younger daughter who’s been living in Albania for a while is back in the US. She and her fiance are coming to our house and we’re taking them out to dinner tonight. She works a 100% online job so she has freedom to travel anywhere she can get Internet service. They love animals and are good with them, and they plan to see the US by doing pet-sitting jobs around the country that they find through TrustedHouseSitters.com. I support her in her professional and personal growth as an amazing young woman so she’ll be getting a big jar of homemade soup and lots of home-canned preserves to take with her.
I’ll check in with my older daughter to see how she’s doing. She needs and gets my support too; I’m taking her some home-canned goodies in a couple of weeks.
I’m fortunate that every day simply doing my job supports something that matters to me since I work for safer active transportation.
I’ve already set up recurring donations to campaigns and candidates I support as well as nonprofits. This is my reminder that I’ve been meaning to volunteer for a particular campaign to write postcards to undecided voters. It matters. I get emails from a local group that’s organizing this and will follow up with them.
The past few days I’ve been thinking about and trying to focus in on what it means to show up as my best self. Part of today’s quote helped me with that – authenticity vs. performance
“…just pay attention, then patch a few words together and don’t try to make them elaborate, this isn’t a contest but the doorway into thanks, and a silence in which another voice may speak.”
My husband wrote a book several years ago. I want to look into getting an artist to illustrate the content.
What type of book Yram?
The books theme was :why did I do that? It was a daily meditation during the time of Advent. An example would be, the inn keeper replaces a few lanterns in the stable and on the pathway. In the end Mary and Joseph can clearly see the stable entrance.
Get the paperwork filled out to transfer our business from SC to NC, along with the name change. We are excited to have picked something we like, suitable to the area, and not taken by another company!
I would love to focus on something related to spirituality, which is my life priority. However, something that matters to me today is getting my economics homework and quiz done so I can move on to my computer homework. After I finish my computer homework, I’ll be free for my spiritual care.
My Ngoc, I’m very fortunate that we’re able to have the best case scenario where both members make spirituality the priority. This makes it easier to co-exist even through differences whether its interests, viewpoints, or personalities.
I’ll watch the debate.
John, I can see it being quite a firey one which is the case for Trump debates.
Today is my deceased brother Tom’s birthday. He died 12 years ago now of a disease we believe he developed as a result of working in New York on 9/11. So, today & tomorrow are always difficult days for me..and for my sister-in-law, his widow.
Today I will reach out to her in a way that honors Tom while reverencing her grief. Namaste, all.
Compassionate thoughts dear Josie.
Josie, Your brother was a hero! But that does not make his loss any easier. I am so sad for you and your sister in law on this day and tomorrow the Anniversary of 9/11. Sending you love and prayers.
Sending love and light to your family Josie.
Josie, Sending lots of love to you and your sister in law. 🧡
Namaste and tenderness.
My heart is with you as you navigate theses days.
Today I am near Lake Michigan visiting my niece and her husband. Last night we drove and then walked to the channel that connected a smaller lake and Lake Michigan. WOW!! Lake Michigan is awesome…just like the ocean. The fog was heavy…my niece said she never has seen it like that!! of course, I brought some of the Nantucket fog that I hold in my heart. Today, we are all going on a dune ride…I am a bit tired and admittedly cranky this morning as I did not sleep well…and yesterday was busy. BUT! I am alive and healthy and will appreciate every minute of this day and my visit. My niece matters a great deal to me…one of the cornerstones of my life (she and her twin)….and I will work very hard to savor all the time we have together. She…a someone matters to me. Thank you for this question…as it helped me to look at my behavior and how I will act today and the rest of the week during our time here.
Oh it does sound pretty in that area of the country and a dune ride- how fun!.
Yes, Robin Ann!! the dune buggy ride was fun…Something I don’t know really how to do!! The day was very nice. Thank you for your comment!
I went out of town for a family celebration. Although it was a lot of fun, I was off my routine and jet lagged yesterday and I could tell I was in a funk. Today, I will prioritize myself and get back into the groove of things with kindness and compassion.
Jenifer, your resolve to prioritize yourself today is a healthy reminder for me to do the same..with ” kindness & compassion.” Thanks for posting this.
Today, I will write a hand-written letter, of the snail-mail variety to someone I love. There are several possibilities. I used to do this weekly, and I have fallen out of a very good habit.
The last 3 years of my Mother’s life, my sibs and I created a rotating schedule to stay with Mom, in her home, so she could stay there healthfully, body, mind, and spirit. 7 of us participated, and Mom hired a few hours of help each week. Because I lived far away, I would go once a month, and stay 4-5 days. Mom and I would walk out to get the mail together on most days, and her mail had little to offer other than flyers, bills, and a rare note from someone, which she would be so happy to receive. I decided that the weeks I was not with Mom, I would write her a note, send a card she would get a kick out of, brighten up that mailbox in some way. We both enjoyed it so much. I continued after my Mom passed to send someone a note, but as I have said, in the past few years I have not. So, today I will.
Mary – your reflection reminds me of my Mom, she was always a card giver. I am going to send a card to my daughter in her new apt today. Thank you 🙂
You are welcome, Michelle. She will be tickled, Michelle. I can almost guarantee it!
Such a nice thing to do! Early on in the pandemic I saw someone offering to send cards to people simply to feel connected to other humans while we were socially distanced. I reached out and she sent the nicest card. Now I’m wondering if I kept the envelope so I could send her a surprise card in return just because.
Wouldn’t that be fun, Barb? And if you don’t, there is always another mailbox waiting to make someone’s day.🩷
I can relate to your mom’s mail response. Our mailbox holds the same content. When I see a fun communication, I get gritty. I also feel the same way about phone calls. I sent off 4 snail mail cards the other day. I know the recipients will love it. Thank you!
You are welcome, Yram. Indeed they will love it. You are encouraging me to keep it up, making a weekly note a habit once more.
Mary, it’s easier to fall off of good habits than to break bad ones. Human nature gravitates towards negativity. It’s very easy to become complacent. Temptations are everywhere.
Mary, Thank you for the reminder. I have several thank you” notes to write. I am going to try very hard to do that today! Receiving a note from a loved one or a friend brightens the day….and makes you feel loved! Best wishes for your weekly writing!
Thank you, Nanette. From the way you share here, I sense you write a beautiful note. You will make others feel loved and appreciated. 🩷