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 ‘Taoist’ 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
obstacles
Life presents us with challenges/opportunities every day. Sometimes we hear the call, when we do, we can take it on, or do our best to ignore it. However, the top photo is what happens to the clutter in our minds, when we try to push aside, or put off, something that needs our attention.
What are we back to….. choices.. yup.. somethings won’t go away on their own, WE have to take a hard look, and put an action plan in place. Or it will become overwhelming.
Perfect Liberty 2020.17
Strive to overcome obstacles by changing your mind-frame. Things don’t always go as planned. When that happens, try changing how you look at the situation or how you are doing things. The outcome is in your hands.
Oyashikiri
16=7
Fence – ” a barrier enclosing an area” . “enclose or close off an area”.. “practice the art of fencing”
As I lay listening to the wind and rain last night, I heard how it began a tentative tapping and saw easy swaying of the branches. Later I was surprised by a demanding angry energy that caused quite a stir outside the house. I was grateful for the walls of the house that kept me safe inside from what sounded like a cold blustering howl of an energy. Any lingering dust on the windows or lying about outside, would be whisked away, I had no doubt.
I heard the rain as it pelted against the window panes, it fell washing/drenching everything in its path. Yet this morning, when I let the dogs out, the ground was already starting to dry. Not because of the sunshine, (there is none it was 6 a.m. and dark) but because where last night the wind brought the rain, now it was on its own, and drying out the wetness of the rain.
Hmmm only 30% precipitation for today, with a high of 42F not bad, winds could get up to 17 mph. Looks like a day to bundle up.
Your willingness to learn will make you shine even brighter. As long as you are motivated to learn more, you will continue to progress in life.
Perfect Liberty 2020.16
Do fences/walls keep you in? (real or imaginary)
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
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
Thursday Doors
which door would you like to explore =^_^=
Doors are the keepers of “mysteries’ they come in all shapes and sizes, no matter the age, the shape, or location, they tell a story. These doors were all taken during my fun adventure on the Quebec side of the Ottawa river the other day. I can’t wait to share with you some of the “decor” that shared time and space with some of the above doors. Stay tuned. =^_^=
Always be cheerful, happy and good humored. When you make effort to be cheerful and happy you will naturally begin to feel that way.
Perfect Liberty 2020.12
Oyashikiri
Thursday doors is a feature hosted by Norm 2.0, visit https://miscellaneousmusingsofamiddleagedmind.wordpress.com/category/thursday-doors/
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.
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