Some days we just want to go back to bed
But
it is not a luxury we can afford
so, we get up and soldier on
true, when there is a will … there is a way
hopefully you will listen to what a I am going to say
Always be true to yourself – because you can never escape the inner YOU
Oyashikiri
Top two pictures were taken in Europe by friends travelling, everyone knows I have a passion for doors. (you think) ” No need to bring anything back, looks for interesting doors” There is never a shortage. What would we do without -doors-
Good morning everyone. Can you feel the change in the early morning air. I’m loving it!
Bonnie took me out for my first birthday month lunch yesterday, crab and shrimp linguine with fresh asparagus in an Alfredo sauce. It was ok, the company was superb! I knew I could have a problem with the Alfredo sauce, but I tried it anyway seafood and fresh asparagus… hey! (yes I had a reaction… but ah… once in awhile… some of us never learn!)
I am responsible for my actions.. sigh… does that sound grown up or what!
Have a good day everyone, for more doors from all over the world… please have a look at Dan’s site No Facilities, link below (if you like fun books, when you visit his site, check out his recent book)
Remember to share a smile today.
Oyashikiri
PL Precept #1 Life is Art
https://nofacilities.com/2026/09/10/bbq-dam-lock-tour/
top two pictures ..Nick
Did you know needle felting is done with sheep’s wool, after the sheep is sheared, the wool is processed into roving… I spent years chasing after the product before it became easily accessible, when felting became a skill that was more popular. On the left is one of the dancers I made when I was with the Canadian leg of an American one of a kind Art Doll group.
I was reflecting not long ago on how now when I drive country roads, I no longer see farm animals grazing peacefully in the fields. I even thought back to a very distant memory when the first home my parents bought had a coal bin, in the basement.
Memories are something that creep into our lives when we least expect them to, and when our thought process is not always ready to accept or understand why.. they are surfacing.
In PL we have a precept that you see me use often.
PL Precept # 18 Each moment is a turning point
My life has been long, busy, and very full. I reflect at times, at how my life experiences have brought me to where I am today.
Have you seen one of my post … on FB .. where I use a sign that reads…
In my younger years, we made things out off whatever we could find to create what we were trying to express … or for instance make something we needed or wanted, because unlike today, we couldn’t just go to a shop and purchase something.
With all this technology today (and believe me, let something happen to my keyboard or mouse!! you want to see panic!!) are we inundated with too much…???
We are all so accepting of credit cards, cell phones that are carried everywhere, … let me ask…. do you ever want a quieter easier less frantic lifestyle.. do you know what it is to have a peaceful lazy day where you don’t experience quilt if you set aside time just for YOU.??
PL Precept #20 Live maintaining equilibrium between mind and matter
Yesterday I had a moment of sitting in a tree, on an upper branch that held two of us… the moment was breath taking. The visual of that moment was for me…. simply awesome..
I think having awesome moments in this day and age… is utterly fantastic.
Here is wishing you such moments… everyone deserves them!!!
Oyashikiri
It’s true, under the blue sky I saw the golden glow of the leaves, waving from the tree across the church yard. In the morning, when I left home, I could feel the briskness in the early morning air.
The Chinese lanterns are showing their happy faces in the flower beds in front of the church.
I admit to a wee bit of happy anticipation of the weeks to come. The changing season… summer to fall… is a natural “high” for me. I love watching Mother Nature begin her creative colouring of the environment.. she does it gradually, first with a hint of colour, and a drop in the temperature of the playful breeze that tosses your hair. Some evenings the nip in the air means… time for long sleeves.
PL Precept # 18 Each moment is a turning point.
Can’t you just hear that crackle in a toasty fireplace?
Oyashikiri
Reach out and talk to a friend today that you have had on your mind, but haven’t caught up with in awhile
Every day is a new beginning. Once today is gone, it will never happen again.
I received a text this morning, in seconds my world was changed. That is how quickly “life happens”.. Don’t squander your day.. Enjoy who you are in this moment, Appreciate and have gratitude… now is slipping away, I close my eyes and say a simple “thank you” for sharing this moment with me.
Oyashikiri
PL Precept #21 Live in Perfect Liberty
Age- have you noticed how as the years have rolled past, your perception and reaction to the world around you … changed.
In nature, we watch as with the coming of spring, new beginnings take shape, we ohhh and ahhh at the delicate spring blossoms, we watch as the trees begin to send out tender new growth.
In the fall we watch with anticipation as the leaves mature and turn vibrant autumn colours – we go from the pastels of soft pinks, buttery cream petals and fuscia accents to the bold crimsons and golden orange glow of the fall pallet, within weeks, we are looking at a different skyline.
Friends we have known for years, no longer look the same, nor do they present the same way. Life has shaped their outlook as well as yours. Some friendships remain strong, others drift away, “like two ships that pass in the night”.
Boyish charm has given away to a careful neutral expression, one that is friendly but cautious. The giggling shyness of eager anticipation, now is a quiet reserve with a careful scrutiny of what is beyond the facade being presented.
The internet abounds with videos and reels about how to communicate, how to determine sincerity in others. How to watch for elder abuse, how to ensure young minds aren’t being drawn into dark areas of “society” where they can come to harm.,
We live in a world where friendships disappear overnight, and where the past lingers … overshadowing new possibilities… spousal abuse is still a canker in a world where we talk of peace and goodwill.. “we talk” but there is no action.
Hours are spent watching other people’s lives, drama, killings, plotting, infidelity, even during “xmas” when the season is supposedly one of goodwill towards man… is full of deceit and treachery. People spend hours and hours following what is happening in the lives of the characters on the screen. who are all coveting someone else’s wife/ husband etc.or looking for ways to extort or rub out someone else’s existence or livelyhood.
I listened for some time to someone explain the drama of families in another country (a series ) my friend was totally involved in the life situations and happenings of these families. I may watch the telly a total of a few evenings over a period of a year.
Bringing me back to … life is what it is... but.. not one of us .. sees it the same way. and with age… our perception changes. We can never go back.
Trying to hold on, only brings unhappiness and dissatisfaction. Learn to let go…. sounds easy, its not.. but you can do it.
Oyashikiri
In PL, we celebrate Thanksgiving every month. Day of Appreciation/Thanksgiving.
A thankful heart leads to happiness.
When we really pay attention, we are surrounded by many things we can be thankful for, the society we live in, the kindness shown to us by others. You will be able to find true happiness when you can see and appreciate these things.
Oyashikiri
Why do some plants do well and others “just survive” – same question applied to other situations… do you find yourself asking yourself “why” some thing bothers you one day, and not the next?
The cats thinks we should just eliminate the word “why” from our vocabulary. To Quincy and Quinn… life simply IS… they deal with it. I’m learning.
I woke and thought today was tomorrow and planned accordingly, only to realize that today is not tomorrow – so I adjusted.
How is your day going?
Thus my post on FB earlier..
Oyashikiri
The best timing to take action is when you notice it. When you take note of something, it is a signal from God that you should take care of it right away.
Have a good day everyone.
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