say what!
Try putting yourself in the other person’s shoes. Put aside your own convenience for the moment and think about what would make the other person happy or what would best serve their needs.
Perfect Liberty 2016.27
Oyashikiri
Archive for the ‘friendship’ Category
take out? tap tap tap
What can give artistic pleasure to see the designs of “age” ” on an aging tree standing in the forest, does not incur the same reaction when the same craving for food and substance is applied to a home in an urban setting.
In Taoist philosophy, and in PL, there are always two sides to a coin, there is a positive/negative… just look at your hand, there is a top/bottom. the two are ONE. some difference are readily accepted, they just are. no more…no less. Your hand would not be whole without the top/bottom.
It is only natural that you are different from others. Each of us has our own way of thinking and our own individual lifestyles. That’s what makes life interesting.
Perfect Liberty 2020.20
Oyashikiri
I had a sculpture (still have) on the roof outside the back porch, the same little “beggar(s) ” kept coming back, nothing I did deterred it. now I have a male head(bust) with many “openings” guarding my property. Totally unique and different. =^_^=
LIFE IS ART
Perfect Liberty, Precept #1
Thursday Doors
rustic charm
A tour of the old farmstead.
Put your whole heart into everything and express your individuality. When you put your whole heart into expressing yourself, your true beauty will shine through.
Perfect Liberty 2020.19
Oyashikiri
Thursday Doors is a weekly feature allowing door lovers to come together to admire and share their favorite door photos from around the world https://miscellaneousmusingsofamiddleagedmind.wordpress.com/2020/11/19/thursday-doors-november-19-2020/
18th
When something comes to mind, do it right away. the moment that you notice something is the best time to take care of it. If, you react quickly, your life will be more efficient.
Perfect Liberty 2020.18
It is a blessing to be busy. enjoy being busy and continue to seek more work. Being busy is God’s way of showing you that you are loved.
Perfect Liberty 2016.18
Oyashikiri
Today
Today, it was cold, damp and gray
what a wonderful day for a visit to the park
after all, with it being so brisk,
there would be little risk of finding a crowd
I bundled up, filling my pockets with roasted squash seeds
Didn’t take long before I made a new friend =^_^=
who couldn’t contain her happiness at her good fortune, so it wasn’t long
before I had several other chicks singing along …. two beautiful blue jays joined in, they truly made me feel like I belonged …
Dark menacing clouds soon began to push aside the sunnier skies, the wind that had been merrily drifting along beside me, began to pick up speed, nudging me back towards my car. The temperature dropped, icy chill seeped through my jacket, till I no longer felt like I wanted to stay.
The ornamental grass waved goodbye as I sped away. They know I will return on another day.
PL Precept #18 Each moment is a Turning Point!
expressions
It is important to be assertive, but maintaining harmony is just as important. Say what is on your mind clearly, but don’t be overly attached to your views. Respect the points of view of others and always seek to find a happy medium,
Perfect Liberty 2020.15
I see personalities in each tree I meet. Depending on the time of day, where the sun is, how the shadows play on their textured bark…I’ve never come across a tree that I haven’t liked. Humans are the same. =^_^= some are easier to spend time with then others…. but everyone has the potential of being someone you can learn from, share with, and yes, even be friends with.
Learn to be a person who welcomes change, appreciate the journey you’ve been on. Life is to be lived.
Love is the elixir of life.
Oyashikiri
14th
Offer your service instead of expecting from others. Take the initiative to do what you can to help others. Understand their needs and act swiftly.
Perfect Liberty 2020.14
At first when I saw this picture, I thought “nothing like being caught between a rock and a hard place” The second thought that came to mind was ” a rose between two thorns” Still I’m not decided.. but I am attracted to this shot. What do you see, what comes to your mind?
There is always a balance .. hard/soft, fast/slow, flowing/solid…
Have a great day everyone!
Oyashikiri
wood
There is something about the evolution of a tree, and what we have learned about how it grows, the different types of wood, hardness, texture, colour. I am captivated when I walk into a workshop where wood is being worked on/with. I love the many shapes, forms and characteristics of the different species.
In Wakefield the other day, the wood workers shop was not open when we went, but I got to explore his outdoor work space. Wood everywhere, it was a mini paradise.
I know that pictures are not the same as being there, but I’m sure for those of you who love this kind of “setting” as much I do… you can almost smell the wooden wonder of the place. In the back of this property is a babbling brook. YES I not only got a visual “high” I had the ambience of the running water and clear blue skies. YuppeeDoooo!!!!
We all have different ways of feeling and thinking. Let’s always accept others differences and respect one another. Remember that “different strokes for different folks” is the key to having harmonious relationships with the people around us.
Perfect Liberty 2014.13
Thank YOU for sharing my journey, allowing me into your lives, I truly do appreciate you, and for sure, I love all the comments and feedback.
Oyashikiri
little tree
A little tree sits on the forest floor
her friend the stump is being a bore
she dreams of growing tall
so she can be the belle of the Xmas ball
he reminds her that when the snow comes
she won’t be seen at all….
Everyone knows someone like her friend the stump
always ready to pounce on dreams
what a chump!
Fortunately she knows her worth,
the snow will keep her warm and safe during the winter months
she knows next spring, she will continue to grow
and the chump, Mr. stump will still be just that
a stunted lump of wood being over run
by the growth on the forest floor.
She smiles, in time, she will be able to shield and protect him
from the blazing sun, then he will know,
she will be his one true friend till the end.
Never loose sight of how much potential you have
don’t be content with the status quo,
for when you pray and believe in yourself
Your spirit will grow =^_^=
time is on your side, when we allow life to move us along
in the natural rhythm(s) of the Universe,
one step at a time, from one season to another
our roots will be deeply entrenched in solid ground
our branches will reach up high into the sky
and, and, we will live on forever….
isn’t “and” a wonderful word…
Q
live today to the fullest
Utilize the makoto* left by your ancestors to live today to the fullest. You are here today thanks to your ancestors’ virtue and Makoto (sincere effort) Remember to be thankful and live your life to the fullest so that you can pass this virtue on to the next generation.
Perfect Liberty 2014.11
Oyashikiri
Today November 11 is also Remembrance Day in Canada, fitting that for us, in PL, it is Ancestors’ Day.
