Friday Post
Wow, we have some beautiful snow to look at. Yesterday afternoon was kinda messy for my dear sweet Eddie. Snow turned to rain but honestly he was enjoying our walks. I tried to time them a smidge shorter because he doesn’t have booties and probably would not like them.
I have not even put on his winter coat or sweater since we are not out there too long. Once inside he is welcomed to a rub down with a nice warm towel and he is happy.
We slept in a little later than normal today. The snow was falling but lightly. He barked at a few of the snowmen until we got close to them and he realized he could eat them, Ha!
Once we are back inside, I have been making something different each morning for breakfast. Today was hot oatmeal with milk, some slices of almonds and a drizzle of honey.
A gentle smooth morning, for sure.
And as our quiet morning continues to soft music playing that is so calm-producing for Eddie, I give thanks to God.
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As I chatted on the phone last night with a dear friend, we talked about the crazy amount of snow some of us got.
Snow globe look for sure!
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You know, many of us are hard wired to control things. Well, it’s taken me many years to realize that there is only one thing I can actually control. It’s me!
Oh I am a fixer by nature. I will always try to figure things out. It might take me a little longer than some but I am most definitely capable of getting things done. I’ve learned to be gentle with myself, it’s not a competition.
Some need it to be or at least feel like a competition to get motivated. My motivation does come from within. Believing in myself and when I need help, get it.
Of course getting older and losing some strength comes with aging but seriously, I just don’t have the personality to just let aging define me.
I have moved to different homes and states and several all on my own. It might take a little longer to unpack and get settled but I remember it’s not a competition. It’s my life. I wanted to make our home a home for us and am happy with all that is accomplished.
Got help when I needed it.
It does make it easier if you have the proper tools!
So yeah, I try not to burden others, just not my style and plus with Google within reach there are so many people who have done it and what to share how to do it!
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And part of wanting to control is also because of fear. From wanting to be sure everything gets done properly at work, at home and in life! It’s what we think is safe.
Well after all this time, I have come to realize that I do not want to control anyone or anything.
Because it’s all just an illusion ……
I can’t (won’t) control people. Everyone will live their own lives and make their own choices, and should.
That’s exactly what we want – Freedom!
Another word I love is ‘stoicism’.
Some of you may get a negative reaction to the word, You do you!
‘Stoicism is focusing on things that are in your control, overcoming negative emotions, living in the present moment, helping others for the common good, and finding opportunity in every obstacle’.
Read that over and over if you need to. It’s not selfishness. And not that I want to be labeled but this one is a great one.
My heart remains open to people and situations. I am more in my element when my focus is in the ‘now’. My soul resonates with positivity in people and circumstances. It tends to recoil and alerts me to toxic people and circumstances,  and I am in-tuned with my soul once again!
My soul speaks to me. And I listen.
No doubt at times, I am stubborn and defiant. It’s the mere mortal sense of self.
And that is why I most definitely believe that when my soul speaks and I do listen, the path is so much easier.
Life takes on a spiritual experience;  and it’s not just about what you want it’s about who you are.
Can you sit in a quiet room all alone (plus an Eddie) and know that you are loved and appreciated and that you’re worthy of it. Can you refrain from being around negativity and unkindness. Are you happy in your own skin.
So maybe moving to a new home was my soul teaching me how to live. Oh I believe.
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The harmony of this is very similar to what I have in my heart. My world is not about you, it’s about me.
And the clarity of each note resonates throughout the day!
I can’t bottle it up to sell or give it away because we are all capable of making it happen for ourselves.
That’s the beauty and joy of a spiritual journey.
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May you have a blessed day.
Namasté.
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