like magic
Bom dia… happy Tuesday… 
please take a moment and share a smile with me.. Luc Langevin mystifies Ricardo
Like magic, life is art.
Oyashikiri
Archive for the ‘living’ Category
exercise in Nothing
Good morning everyone.. thinking to be smart, I thought I would take a picture of nothing (* wink) =^_*= I believe that nothing is always something.
Aim at the sky. darn, even when I thought it was open space.. look, its sky with different hues of blue. look even the sun peaked in.
hmmm nothing on the door, let’s take a picture of nothing there.
Little rascal,
evades me again, Nothing is the door!
OK, I spun around quickly and shot Nothing behind me..
Can you see Nothing…
Nope, concrete, wood and vegetation. Nothing is always SOMETHING.
So, next time someone asks you, “what are you doing” and you say “NOTHING” ………………………. or when you are asked, what are you thinking, and you reply “NOTHING” ………………………. what are you saying, what do you mean?
NOTHING IS ALWAYS SOMETHING
Oyashikiri
patience
Being on the receiving end of two sets of eyes patiently waiting, determined not to let me take a bite without my knowing they are watching, is cute. And for me it is a visual lesson in patience.
Where some dogs have been known to beg, these two don’t. They just sit and watch me. I am sure every morsel of food is counted (in a canine way).. do the chopsticks go to my mouth, or is the piece being redirected to a napkin, that “just could” be their reward for being so patient.
There is a shrimp dish that is cooked with the whole shrimp, that has been lightly battered. This dish they are particularly aware of, they know I will share the heads and tails with them. Until I actually say their names, they will just sit patiently knowing that they will be rewarded.
Other times when I am busy enjoying every little tid bit, I am fascinated to see that my usual dinner mates, have no interest at all, and have curled up to nap. They instinctively know, that there will be no sharing.
Do we, pay as much attention to those around us, are we aware of their habits, the different ways they speak or do things, are we flexible in our ability to adjust to the energy around us easily? Are we considerate of others? Is it our natural response to the daily encounters that pop us during our day. Can we put away our “ego” when it is perhaps getting in the way of a sincere exchange.
Sometimes what we say and what we are thinking are not in sync. This leads to misunderstandings and hurt feelings.
Do you attract, happy or unhappy people in your sphere? Questions, a lot of questions, I know, but beginning the day with a short meditation/reflection…. is always a positive start to the day.
Oyashikiri
Forever Young
Some times I am just too cute for words! =^_^=
Day 2 PL Calendar – Be forever Young and Seek New Challenges
The world is constantly in motion and never rests. Keep your senses sharp and be ready to adapt to the every changing world.
I so truly believe in these words. One of the reasons I enjoy Second Life so much (virtual world) click here is the opportunities it gives me to express my artistic self, as well, as be anyone, or any “creature” I want. The creative opportunities are endless.
Every day, we live our lives usually dealing with the immediate needs that come our way. To keep our senses sharp and be ready to adapt, we have to be willing to “let go” of old habits, and to allow new ideas and expressions to colour our world.
Little steps. One day at a time.
Oyashikiri
In the PL community there is always someone to listen. Someone to “help” .. someone to “listen”
me and you
There are days when I am not really the person that I think I am. Instead I am far away in another land.
On one hand, I feel no pain, and roam free across the plains
On the other, I am grounded, focused on the sounds all around me
who am I really, I can be here and everywhere
nothing can hold me back, there is nothing that I lack
Take my hand, let us bond in forever land
you and me, me and you
dreams are part of who we are, and no matter where we are
the stars above, shine on us all… … Q
“PL Calendar day 1 ” Harmony leads to World Peace
It is important to lie in harmony with our surroundings. The basis of a peaceful society is to maintain harmonious relationships.
It is true, no matter where we are, how far the distance, I will always love YOU.
Oyashikiri
appreciation & gratitude
Happy Wednesday everyone….
PL Precept # 11 Always be with God
PL Precept # 18 Each Moment is a Turning Point.
The pictures tell the story. If you have never experienced an air bag hitting you full on, then I suggest you try hard not to experience. It hurts. Not only did it leave me disoriented, I will have the sharp ache for the next while as a reminder, that I was very blessed to have been able to get out on my own, and walk to the ambulance.
The first responders were amazing. I can’t say enough about their kindness, and the care they took to ensure I was looked after. Always ensuring I felt safe and as comfortable as I could be. They even saw to my getting home to my husband, who was at home unable to do anything but anxiously await news.
I wish that I could personally call all my friends who have been wondering what has happened, but with the current situation of the setting up of the home care for “end of Life” it has been very busy, with people coming and going. Both husband and myself exhausted come end of day.
Tomorrow the palliative care doctor is going to make her first house call. =^_^=
Everyone is kind, caring and compassionate. For this we are grateful ..and appreciate each and every thoughtful gesture that has been directed our way.
Oyashikiri
day 20
Day 20 PL Calendar
You are YOU, Others are Others
You have your own way of doing things, and others have their way of doing things. Don’t worry about what other people will say. Simply take care of the task at hand.
And that is the reality. That is just the way it is. Our experiences, our past shapes our future…. Make each moment count. Live each day with new “eyes” … be open to new experiences, choices, we all have them…
Tomorrow is the 21st For members of Perfect Liberty, we celebrate with a Thanksgiving Service. We give thanks and show our appreciation for the blessings of the past month, while sincerely renewing our determination to follow and practice the Precepts and Principles of PL.
Oyashikiri
PL Precept #21 Live in Perfect Liberty
be calm
PL Calendar day 17
Be Calm, Be Kind without compromising
Hesitating to share our true feelings hurts not only ourselves but others. While respecting the other person’s feelings say what you need to say.
Life is what we make of it. Life is full of challenges and opportunities. Seize the day, make every second count.
Thank you to each and every one of you who has taken the time to write and ask me how my husband is doing. There is nothing more that can be done to “stall” or “stop” the cancer.. it is doing what it has set its mind to do.
My husband we hope will come home this week for palliative care with a team of health care workers who come to the home, including a palliative care physician. Should it get to be too much to handle in the home environment, we will move on to the next step .
Blessings to each and every one of you. Your caring, your support, is so appreciated. We hold you near and dear, each ray of energy you send our way is caught up and embraced with love. We return the love to you a hundred fold. OYASHIKIRI
being attentive
Pl Calendar day 15
Being Attentive Makes life more enjoyable
Live life paying careful attention to every detail, be it big or small. By doing so, you will be able to experience the subtle joy in things.
My studio mate. She patiently sits waiting to observe, or comment on the goings on in the studio. Lately she is watching me try my hand at acrylic “pouring”.. I am working on being attentive, trying to learn a new technique. Still not sure how I feel about it, but that is what life is, trying something new, if it clicks with me, I’ll pursue it, if not.. I’ll move on. I am practicing the art of “letting go”
How about you, tried anything new recently? Are you engaged, attentive in your day-to-day activities….. …….. Here is wishing you a wonderful Sunday.
Oyashikiri
M
time moves on
When I visited the rapids the other day, I was telling my friend how it was many years ago, people sitting on the rocks, enjoying picnics on the grounds. Now access to the water is blocked off for safety reasons. The water is constantly churning and thunders down the channels between the rocks with a deafening roar.
It was gray and overcast on the day the pictures were taken, and I hadn’t expected the pictures to be almost monotone, shades of black and white. They just turned out that way. I find the pictures have a timeless quality to them, I am enjoying them, and allowing the memories to slowly filter into the present.
Today April 14th. the calendar reads..
Be a person who invites happiness
Live your life with good timing and respond quickly to whatever appears in front of you. By doing so, things will keep getting better and better.
I believe that. I drive by on the bridge you see there, often, sometimes, once or twice a week. I travel that way to get to a part of the west end … I don’t even look at the rapids. With the truck windows up… one doesn’t hear the water. Making time to actually stop and visit the park, was unplanned. But in doing so, I have created another great memory. a “happy”
“Happy” makes me smile, “Happy” is a feel good. May your day be filled with lots of “HAPPY”
Oyashikiri
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