Mourning a Tree?
There was no ignoring the loud, buzzing chainsaw outside my house. City workers (I’m guessing) were trimming the branches of the big tree in front of my home. I assumed it was to keep them clear of the power lines.
The Joy of Showing Up
When I’m in the right mindset, I am open to trying new things and meeting new people without overthinking it. When I’m not open, however, I can find a reason and easily talk myself out of doing something.
Planting the Seed
One Sunday, as I was getting ready for church, I noticed a white dandelion puff drifting outside my bathroom window. Then during mass, I saw one floating inside church. Moments later, I noticed a woman a couple of rows in front of me wearing a blouse with a dandelion pattern on it. When I see or hear something three times within a short period, I take it as a message or a sign.
When Time Heals
An acquaintance asked me if I didn't think it was too soon to be engaged after getting a divorce. I don't think so. It's been four years since my divorce, but there is something more important than the amount of time that has passed.
Grateful Every Single Day
Happiness is found in the present moment. Rather than waiting for something to happen in order to be happy, it’s important to be thankful for what we already have. I wrote this in one of my earlier blog posts entitled, “Be Thankful, Be Happy.” That was over a year ago, and I’d like to revisit gratitude in this blog post.