Tag Archives: gratitude

Creating A Good Life

I just read an interesting article about a World Gratitude Map and the remarkable woman who inspired it. Here are some snippets: “…the World Gratitude Map, the idea of giving people the chance to create small moments for themselves to … Continue reading

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Every Chance That I Get

I don’t know what tomorrow will bring Or even how today will end But I do know that of all of my blessings The greatest are my family and friends. I could live a long life or die a second … Continue reading

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Glorious Gratitude!

I enjoyed this video of stunning photos and thoughts on gratitude and believe that you will to. http://www.flickspire.com/m/iaaw/WordsOfGratitude#.UK2VhTkc-go.facebook Russ

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Grateful Generosity

I just saw a post from I Stop For Suffering (I love that site) that showed a photo of a man holding a cardboard sign that read: “I have a job, I have a home. Could YOU use $5?” Now … Continue reading

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Thank YOU!

I’ve got a confession to make. I’m not proud of it. It is about how I’ve shown up–or NOT–for most of my life. For example, I know at the logical level that by the time one reaches adulthood many people … Continue reading

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Astounding Ourselves

“If we all did all the things we are capable of doing we would literally astound ourselves.”–Thomas Edison I lived much of my life in great fear. Fear of rejection. Fear of making a fool of myself. Fear of being … Continue reading

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Kindness Behind the Counter & in a Car

Kindness Behind a Counter Last night I went into a sandwich shop on the way to a meeting and as I thanked the cashier and turned to find a table to eat my HEALTHY (thank you Mimi and Gina!) sandwich, … Continue reading

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My Biggest Fear

Over at She’s A Maineiac she asked her readers regarding their greatest fear. It has been awhile since I’d been asked that question or thought about the answer. Here’s my biggest fear: I fear foolishly letting minor hassles, annoyances, pet … Continue reading

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The Antidote For Fear And Anger

I collect quotes and sayings. I even use what I consider to be the best of them (what I call “Truisms”) as affirmations. So in my travels, when I see a quote I like I tend to write it down. … Continue reading

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An Old Guy and a Bucket of Shrimp

An aunt sent this story to me today. I enjoyed it and thought you would too. I haven’t verified the accuracy of the story. I often find value in stories whether they are true or not. This one falls into … Continue reading

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