Tuesday
It is easier to adapt to something when we find it interesting
No Matter how enjoyable a situation is, a slight change in our attitude can make it boring. Let’s face any situation with curiosity and enthusiasm.
PL2022.10
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nature
Mother Nature, no one does natural beauty like the gifts nature offers us … we need only look around. Attended the summer Gneiss Guy crystal, mineral and fossil show/sale… to be completely surrounded by minerals and nature’s gifts.. to touch and experience the energy from the crystals and earth treasures from all over the world was energizing.
I drove down to Montreal in the morning, was back mid afternoon. The drive was full of quiet reflection, skies were blue, clouds were white and puffy…. There is something very humbling about being able to hold and experience a mineral that came from half way around the world, dug out of the bowels of the earth and handled by many hands before arriving where I could hold and take in its unique composition.
The fossils are even more intriguing. I was there very early .. doors opened at 9 yet, when I got there shortly before 10… vendors were already leaving boxes of inventory for their shops/boutiques. There was a lot of crystal, but after years of collecting, I am more selective wanting pieces now for my personal “stash”… since I not longer create one of a kind sculptures and jewelry… I can just satisfy my personal need to feed my “pleasure” chest.
I bought/adopted pieces that made me smile and drew me in with charm and delightful designs all completely presented from the earth itself. I did indulge in a few carved birds (yes from the minerals ) there are some amazing artists and creators out there.
I am filled with gratitude for the time and efforts of the artisans, “rock ” hunters, craftsmen, and entrepreneurs who bring these treasures where I can enjoy them.
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http://www.gneissguy.ca or contact @gneissguy.ca the current show is on all this week-end at the Double Tree by Hilton Hotel in Pointe Claire Quebec.
Wednesday
Sometimes there are simply no words for the thoughts and feelings we face on days when the world seems to happening around us, but we are simply “not in step” The silence is inside … the quiet is loud.
Joy and Sorrow together – Learn how to experience life’s good and bad at the same time.
Things tend to get complicated when you allow yourself to be overly one side.
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peaceful
Sometimes a picture says it all…
Happy Sunday everyone!
PL Precept #15 All is a mirror
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pic.Nick V.
Monday
This is a picture of Gracie listening to me intently as I try to explain to her why she should trade her toy for the celery I’m offering her. What do you think? Is she buying?
I did get a picture of her trying the celery she is such a good girl, she wanted to try since I was being to adamant on its goodness for her. It wouldn’t sent.. so I’ll have to share that picture another time.
She listened, she tried, she did chew away after the first initial ..”what is this” … celery is chewy and stringy…it made a mess. but to her credit she gave it the old college try.
“” When your thinking is too rigid, you will be unable to deal with ideas in a flexible and constructive way. Always strive to look at things with a fresh mind.””
PL2016
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Tuesday
In life we travel down many roads. Some we travel on our own, other times we may walk with friend/partner… but, even tho’ we are on the same path, walking in the same direction, our experience is unique to us. Dare to explore all your possibilities.. For every season there is a reason.
PL Precept # 18 Each moment is a turning point.
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mecredi
Sonny Rollins Sept. 7 1930 – May 25.2026
PL Precept #2 To live is to express one’s self.
PL Precept #18 Each moment is a turning point
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landscape photo.NickV.
Saturday
a flash back to a day last winter.
PL Precept #7 Everything exists in relativity
PL Precept #20 Live maintaining equilibrium between mind and matter.
Imagination is a wonderful gift.
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samedi
Experience of the Joy of Change
It is truly amazing when you look back at yourself this year compared to last year, or today compared to yesterday, and realize how much you have improved and changed.
PL2016.30
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Monday
A special tool box
Rubber band – to remind you how wonderful a hug is, to give or receive
Tissue – to remind you to dry someone’s tears, perhaps your own, so you can see the tears of others.
Button – To remind you to “button your lips” to keep from saying mean things about others or talking when its not appreciated.
Toothpicks – to remind you to “pick” out the good qualities of everyone including you.
Band-aid – to remind you of healing hurt feelings, either yours or someone else’s.
Candy kiss – to remind you that everyone needs a nice treat occassionally.
Gold thread – to remind you that everyone needs a nice treat occasionally.
Eraser – to re mind you that everyone makes mistakes sometimes and that’s all right.
Lifesaver candy – to remind you to think of me as your lifesaver, whenever you need to talk, feel free to come to me.
Mint – to remind you that you are worth a Mint to me!
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