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  1. sparrow51014
    sparrow
    7 days ago

    Even when I was young
    I saw each day as a fresh opportunity,
    tabula rasa,
    blank slate . . .
    when I got older
    and things began to go south,
    this intuitive practice
    faded into the background of each day’s nightmare.

    But when I was resurrected
    and came back to the land of the living,
    it took up its seat comfortably
    and without too much hesitation,
    okay,
    a little coaxing maybe.
    Now that I think if it
    it wasn’t easy at all.
    Faith and trust had been shattered,
    and I had no belief system to fall back on.
    But I persisted,
    and now I can say I truly cherish
    that things and people I can count on

    Today was no different . . .
    today
    my world included a luminous apricot sunrise,
    a breakfast of spinach and eggs,
    the company of cats after my husband went to work,
    my meditative time here,
    a drive to town to buy groceries,
    and to meet a friend for coffee.
    I even went out of my way
    to visit the Goodwill store
    and drop off a box that’s been sitting in the back of my car all winter . . .
    I also browsed the store,
    missing the old Salvation Army store that I loved.
    It wasn’t the same . . .
    I didn’t see the familiar faces . . .
    Barbara, Diane, Jose, Mary Jane, Priscilla or Oliver
    Alice didn’t check me out at the cash register.
    But I went,
    and gloried in a warm bath when I came home.

    My day hasn’t been like any other one I have had
    ever,
    so I will cherish it
    as a little piece of the tapestry of my life,
    and if I should live through the night,
    I will have another clean slate to fill. ♥

    1. Michele
      Michele
      6 days ago

      “luminous apricot sunrise” – love this description

      1. sparrow51014
        sparrow
        6 days ago

        I don’t get to see the sunrise every day,
        so when I do,
        they all seem luminous,
        dear Michele. 😉

      2. Patti
        sunnypatti
        6 days ago

        me, too!

        1. sparrow51014
          sparrow
          6 days ago

    2. Barb C
      Barb C
      6 days ago

      I love the poetry of your reflections, Sparrow.

      1. sparrow51014
        sparrow
        6 days ago

        I don’t know what to say,
        dear Barb . . . ♥

    3. Joseph
      Joseph McCann
      7 days ago

      “as a little piece of the tapestry of my life,” and a fine tapestry has been woven, of this I am certain, dear Sparrow.

      1. sparrow51014
        sparrow
        6 days ago

        WIP
        dear Joseph . . . 😉

  2. Robin Ann
    Robin Ann
    7 days ago

    Started the day watching a beautiful sunrise and got outside a lunch time for a little while today. It felt like a tease of spring 🌺

  3. Antoinette88615
    Antoinette
    7 days ago

    Most of the day today is finished and I have been doing a lot. I have noticed the sky a lot today and how much it changed in so many ways . The colours and clouds all super bright and made me smile. After an afternoon appointment I stopped into an amazing Norwegian bakery and bought a lovely and sinful pastry! I knew I was going to the gym again today so I thought hey – why not ! I’m grateful for all the help I received today and how people truly care about each other and it shows !
    My heart ❤️ goes out to all the people in Minnesota and frankly around the world who are experiencing violence and stress. I pray and meditate as much as I can to be the change I want to see in the world. Please be safe and don’t let hate spread- let’s use this very moment to let go and bring love into our hearts so that everyone everywhere will be cared for . Thank you 🙏

    1. Joseph
      Joseph McCann
      7 days ago

      ❤️☀️☮️

    2. sparrow51014
      sparrow
      7 days ago

      “Please be safe and don’t let hate spread- let’s use this very moment to let go and bring love into our hearts so that everyone everywhere will be cared for.”

      This is so important,
      dear Antoinette,
      isn’t it?
      Especially with chaos and fear
      being stirred up
      right where we live.
      Let us bring more love into the world. ♥

    3. L
      Loc Tran
      7 days ago

      Nice, Antoinette. You must be hours ahead of me. I’m on my way to the gym right now for swimming.

      1. Antoinette88615
        Antoinette
        7 days ago

        Yes maybe 8 hours or something. Stay safe .

        1. L
          Loc Tran
          7 days ago

          Thanks, Antoinette. Wild stuff going on. I just finished my daily swimming routine and am on my way home.

  4. Christina Rossi75270
    Christina
    7 days ago

    By recovering from a fit of rage yesterday. I’ve got an emotional hangover. Working on those. This place is a good place to start.

  5. Mary
    Mary
    7 days ago

    Interesting question. I’ve heard that the way one lives his moments is the way one lives his life. So how do I live my moments? Off hand I can think of about 4 or 5 ways.
    I live my moments being-
    1- deeply engrossed in what I’m doing,
    2- deeply engrossed, but moving from one thing to another as new things continue to catch my attention,
    3- ruminating on the past and/or having concerns about the future (wondering if I am spending my time (life) well,
    4- going about my life doing tasks or spending time as planned or conversely procrastinating,
    5-enjoying and connecting with another (or occasionally not enjoying or connecting) during time spent with another.

    So how about today. How will I cherish this chilly and sunless Florida day? Well, so far I have been very content looking into things of interest to me on my iPad. I’ve had two cups of coffee, and played with and admired the cuteness of my cats. Next I will eat something and then do the dishes.

    “This is the day that the Lord has made; let us be glad and rejoice in him.”
    Wow, that just spontaneously came to me. Thank you- God, or Universe for that.

    To cherish this day, I will keep the above quote in my mind as a mantra. I will try to continue being conscious of my surroundings, my thoughts and my feelings, and will enjoy my cats and the comforts of my home.

    Thank you for this question.
    Sending much love and peace to all.

  6. Richard51934
    Richard
    7 days ago

    I will try to not waste this day in fearful seclusion. I will look for every opportunity to be spiritually connected with those who need me even if I am far away physically.

    1. sparrow51014
      sparrow
      7 days ago

      You don’t have to be far away,
      spiritually speaking,
      dear Richard . . .
      you are as close as your heart. ♥

  7. Charlie T
    Charlie T
    1 week ago

    I will try not to rush through this a day. I will try to take some pauses and enjoy the moment.
    It’s off to a good start. I’m observe sunrise. The light hitting the tops of the trees first, and working its way down. There are birds sitting on the tops of the trees catching the first warm rays. It’s a frosty and
    clear morning here.

  8. Barb C
    Barb C
    1 week ago

    I cherish this day first by following my morning routine. It gives me time for reading and reflection, community with you all, a calm before any possible storms.
    My schedule currently holds a beautiful big block of focus time in the afternoon. That can change due to the nature of my work. For now, I definitely cherish the possibility of being able to think deeply. I need to protect that time and not fritter it away through my email in-box. I’ll be able to work and also take some outdoor walking breaks to look at the sky, listen to the birds (already singing outside, hello, song sparrow), notice what’s blooming already, appreciate all that Mother Earth spreads before us in a daily banquet.
    This evening I’m going to a celebration I organized for my best friend in town. She’s left my agency to work for another. Some of us will get together to thank her for her contributions and wish her all the best in the new journey. I’m taking materials for people to write thank-you notes to her so she gets a physical reminder of how much we appreciate her, not only the e-card that already went around. I cherish our friendship and am glad this question came up on this particular day.

    1. Mary
      Mary
      7 days ago

      Such a thoughtful idea, Barb- bringing materials for thank you notes!
      There’s nothing like a physical note that can be picked up and held in hand, to remind someone of connections they have had with others.

  9. Kathy29496
    Katrina
    1 week ago

    Today is the day my husband and I deliver Meals on Wheels in our community. We love doing this. We are now friends with most of the people on our route so we ask about their families, their health, and plans. It’s good to check in with people who may not have other contacts during the day. We cherish Wednesdays for that reason.

    1. Michele
      Michele
      6 days ago

      💗

    2. Robin Ann
      Robin Ann
      7 days ago

      That is wonderful Katrina!

    3. sparrow51014
      sparrow
      7 days ago

      Meals on Wheels
      serves so many purposes besides feeding people,
      dear Katrina,
      but I think you know that
      Many,
      especially housebound men and women
      who are often lonely and depressed.
      I think it is a great service to them,
      and good for your soul too. ♥

  10. Carol Ann Conner
    Carol Ann Conner
    1 week ago

    Thanks for all of your concern and good wishes…I just read Richard Rohr’s meditation written by a Native American elder. I love Native American spirituality and have been inspired by its wholeness. I needed this today. Maybe some of you do, too.

    https://cac.org/daily-meditations/a-harmonious-goodness/

    1. D
      Drea
      1 week ago

      Oh wow, I’m putting his book on my reading list. This hit: “Creation (what God did and continues to do daily) and the carrying out of shalom (what we are to do daily) are inextricably interwoven. We have the opportunity each day to participate in God’s shalom activities.” Thank you Carol Ann.

      1. sparrow51014
        sparrow
        7 days ago

        “Please be safe and don’t let hate spread- let’s use this very moment to let go and bring love into our hearts so that everyone everywhere will be cared for.”

        Yes,
        we do . . .
        I too,
        dear Drea,
        have taken Carol Ann’s meditation to heart today. ♥

  11. D
    Drea
    1 week ago

    Be receptive to what this day brings. Accept what is.

  12. Carla
    Carla
    1 week ago

    My cherishing this new day has begun by creating a tasty omelet to fuel me for morning. Time here w/all of you reading your cherishing. I’ll take some time reading and praying with Emmet Fox’s daily reader and the Daily Kabbalah. .Many Gifts! (Minneapolis is still filled with whistles pipping and blowing alongside horn honking, Angry shouting continues.) Lifting you all in my thoughts, may we in our own way, be Peace Makers. ☮️🫶🏽Namaste

    1. Michele
      Michele
      6 days ago

      Silent Blessings for Peace.

    2. Robin Ann
      Robin Ann
      7 days ago

      Wishing peace in your area of the world soon!

    3. Mary
      Mary
      7 days ago

      I second Drea’s words, dear Carla.

    4. D
      Drea
      1 week ago

      Carla, my heart aches for you and this situation. Sending love and support.

  13. Ngoc Nguyen
    Ngoc Nguyen
    1 week ago

    I’m going to read some good news to nourish my soul with joy and peace. Therefore, I’m able to spread some positivity to those I will encounter today. May everyone have a wonderful day filled with peace and kindness. 🌹
    https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/

    1. Michele
      Michele
      6 days ago

      I’m glad you found that website Ngoc – I try and share that site too – it’s a nice change from the rest of the news.

    2. L
      Loc Tran
      1 week ago

      My Ngoc, this reminds me of a question weeks ago over faith in humanity. These days, we’re being overshadowed by the negative stuff out there. Trusting god and looking beyond the surface helps with seeing the good in this world. This site certainly helps too.

    3. D
      Drea
      1 week ago

      Fix the News is another good one to check out!

  14. L
    Loc Tran
    1 week ago

    Enjoy the easy days for as long as they last.

    1. Ngoc Nguyen
      Ngoc Nguyen
      1 week ago

      Totally with you on this, My Loc. Just as my professor said in our class last night, she’s going to let us go a little early in the first day of class as we’ll never have it in the semester. Enjoy! 😂

      1. L
        Loc Tran
        1 week ago

        My Ngoc, nice having you home earlier last night.

  15. Yram
    Yram
    1 week ago

    No extra words here, I just ditto everyone’s responses.

    1. Ngoc Nguyen
      Ngoc Nguyen
      1 week ago

      Thank you so much, Yram, for teaching me a new word: ditto, which means something that already said by someone. 🌹

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