Reflections

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  1. Robin Ann
    Robin Ann
    4 weeks ago

    I help members where I work with issues regarding their medicaid eligibility. Maybe they are unable to get a prescription they need. I work with the state of RI to resolve issues with member’s coverage.

  2. sparrow51014
    sparrow
    4 weeks ago

    My husband likes to work in teams
    where as
    I am just as happy to work alone . . .
    he likes the helper,
    someone to feel his pain
    when something doesn’t work the way he wants it to,
    an extra pair of hands putting the vegetable garden to bed.
    So today,
    after installing a new black ink cartridge in my printer
    I helped,
    and that was my service to humanity today,
    a pitiful excuse,
    I know,
    in the grand scheme of things,
    but it brought him out of a ‘mood’,
    and what started out
    as a rather dismal climate in the home
    turned out to be an afternoon of companionship
    and shared goals.

    While I was outside working
    I noticed
    that the birds have been enjoying the giant sunflowers
    that bend over the garden,
    their stalks
    now too thick to pull up by hand,
    and the rabbits are coming out to a supper
    of fresh cauliflower leaves
    that I’ve tossed over the fence
    for them to find . . .
    small service
    performed for them.

    I hope
    that in my way,
    I can be of service to the Universe
    by remaining mindful of the energy I put out there,
    knowing it will drift away
    and catch on nettles and stray branches,
    and perhaps brush against someone’s face
    as they are walking home from work
    or bringing in the trash cans. ♥

    1. Mary
      M2
      4 weeks ago

      Every gesture counts, Sparrow. 🧡

    2. Joseph
      Joseph McCann
      4 weeks ago

      Something for me to ponder on, more that I do, dear Sparrow. To remain mindful of the energy I put out there. Thank you for this timely reminder.

    3. L
      Loc Tran
      4 weeks ago

      Sparrow, helping others is the best buzz of all.

  3. V
    Valerie Suszynski
    4 weeks ago

    Small acts of kindness like holding the door for someone or compliment them <3.

  4. D
    Drea
    4 weeks ago

    I’ll gauge opportunities for service against my own capacity, which today is admittedly low. I will stay open to what comes, and to being of service where I can–without feeling a compulsion or guilt about it.

  5. Carol Ann Conner
    Carol Ann Conner
    4 weeks ago

    A friend will be coming this afternoon. She says she loves to clean my house and I truly think she does. Of course, she’s of service to me because she does things like vacuuming that I can no longer do. Walt Whitman said, “I hear and behold God in every object.”I would add that it’s important to behold and hear God in every person which I’m sure we all know is sometimes not easy to do. However with this friend, it is. Today, I will be very conscious of beholding the God in her. I am thinking this is a practice I should embrace daily.

    1. Mary
      M2
      4 weeks ago

      How beautiful, Carol Ann.🧡

    2. D
      Drea
      4 weeks ago

      What a kind friend, Carol. I’ve always thought it easier to clean other people’s houses than my own, I believe her that she enjoys it too.

    3. sparrow51014
      sparrow
      4 weeks ago

      ”I will be very conscious of beholding the God in her. I am thinking this is a practice I should embrace daily.”

      I have adopted this practice too,
      dear Carol Ann,
      and although results are spotty
      I keep working at it.
      It takes time
      and reminders like this. ♥

  6. Y
    Yram
    4 weeks ago

    I will be open to the possibilities that present themselves.

  7. Charlie T
    Charlie T
    4 weeks ago

    Today is a workday for me. So, I will be of service to my work partner (and friend), by getting a project finished. My wife, by taking care of things around our house. My circle of supportive friends, by checking in and staying in touch with them.
    And I’ve started today by nourishing myself spiritually, and I will continue to take care of myself with some stretching and hopefully a quick walk.
    This is the plan, but we’ll see what unfolds.

  8. Barb C
    Barb C
    4 weeks ago

    I’ll be traveling all day. I’ll watch for people who look as if they need assistance or a smile from a stranger. I’ll also be patient with any frustration my husband expresses along the way. I surrender myself to the travel gods and take things as they come; sometimes he gets frustrated with things that don’t run smoothly.

    1. Michele
      Michele
      4 weeks ago

      Safe travels 🙂

    2. Joseph
      Joseph McCann
      4 weeks ago

      May your travels encounter cooperative weather, so the going is smooth, Barb.

    3. Robin Ann
      Robin Ann
      4 weeks ago

      Yesterday I had to remind my friend Mike about the serenity prayer. Sometimes the constant complaining gets on my nerves!

    4. sparrow51014
      sparrow
      4 weeks ago

      Safe journey home,
      dear Barb. ♥

      1. D
        Drea
        4 weeks ago

        Second this, safe travels Barb.

  9. Kathy29496
    Katrina
    4 weeks ago

    I have to make a run to the grocery store this morning. There are always people who need assistance of some sort there, If I just pay attention. I’ll look for that opportunity.

  10. L
    Loc Tran
    4 weeks ago

    Angela got me right last night by having me join the Red Letter Ministries AKA RLM Fellowship group voice chat. Doing a couple songs in “Jump Man” and “Zeldamu’s Collective Way” helped to release frustration over lack of autonomy for 4 days. My way to be of service today and moving forward is to put away the theatrics which I got a head start last night. Fundementals are greater than flash.

    1. sparrow51014
      sparrow
      4 weeks ago

      “Fundementals are greater than flash.

      Indeed they are,
      dear Loc . . . ♥

  11. Ngoc Nguyen
    Ngoc Nguyen
    4 weeks ago

    I can be of service today by hosting an educational facilitation group. While this is just part of a class project, it is important to me to demonstrate how learning and sharing knowledge are valuable. Happy Tuesday, everyone!

  12. E
    Contented One
    4 weeks ago

    Today, I will plan a birthday party for a family member.

    1. Mary
      M2
      4 weeks ago

      Lucky them, Contented One.🧡

  13. Antoinette88615
    Antoinette
    4 weeks ago

    Today I can be of service by guiding meditation and listening to others. I’m so grateful to get to participate in meditation sessions with people from all over the world.
    I can also be of service by paying attention to how I speak and act in the world.
    With every action of thought, word and deeds I can truly be of service and support to others. Thank you for sharing here and caring about one another.

  14. Mary
    M2
    4 weeks ago

    Today’s question is a reminder to be open to opportunities to be of service. It’s really a good reminder as I just finished hosting family for a few days and woke up this morning feeling grateful for such a good visit. And at the same time feeling like I wanted to be totally selfish today with my time. And yet I know that would not be the most satisfying way to spend today. So, open eyes and open heart, and into the day we go. 🧡

  15. Ose
    Ose
    4 weeks ago

    Today I am happy to possibly help someone onward with his health, will meet him in the afternoon. May be I can help my landlord in our garden also, which would be a real pleasure collecting the last fruits, and leaves from the beautiful trees in our garden.

    1. Antoinette88615
      Antoinette
      4 weeks ago

      Sounds lovely Ose ! What kind of fruit?

      1. Ose
        Ose
        4 weeks ago

        Currently the grapes at the wall of the house, so delicious!

        1. Antoinette88615
          Antoinette
          4 weeks ago

          Wow so you are in a warm place ! So lucky 🤗

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