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Wednesday, December 31
Tuesday, December 30
A Reflective, Grateful Innkeeper 12/30/14
I am not quite sure who I am today. I've gone through a lot lately. More about that when I have time to write and clear out my head. Below are gratitudes for today.
1. For personal growth. I am different than I was two years ago, five months ago, than I was last
week. I have a greater inner peace than I realized. Mine has been strong for decades. Now, it guards my heart in ways
1. For personal growth. I am different than I was two years ago, five months ago, than I was last
week. I have a greater inner peace than I realized. Mine has been strong for decades. Now, it guards my heart in ways
Saturday, December 27
Thursday, December 25
My Favorite Christmas Story... 12/25/14
Today's illustrations are from my favorite Christmas book,The Christ Child, Illustrated by Miska and Maud Petersham |
Christ. This holiday is about God taking on human form, dwelling among us, full of grace and truth. (John 1:14) I know for many this is no longer true.
Thank you, for visiting this year. Inspired and encouraged, is my
Tuesday, December 23
Monday, December 22
My Second Favorite Christmas Story 12/22/14
In keeping with our countdown for Christmas, I present this story. If you missed the previous season-related tale, my third favorite, you can find it here.
I wrote this in 2011, presenting it on Christmas Eve, here. I'm making it
I wrote this in 2011, presenting it on Christmas Eve, here. I'm making it
Sunday, December 21
My Third Favorite Christmas Story 12/21/14
WWII photo of the Ardennes Forest |
Needn't be so. In the inn, we're having a countdown for the biggest day of this month. For this, and the next two days, I am sharing stories I've written related to this season. My hope is to
Saturday, December 20
Wednesday, December 17
A Recently Upset Innkeeper. Five Lessons Learned.......... 12/17/14
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of our emotions. With recovery we can, without being
Tuesday, December 16
Monday, December 15
Saturday, December 13
Do You Know What It Means If You Are Too Busy?..... 12/13/14
Saturday's Gratitudes:
1. I made time for me. I had a migraine headache last night. I slowed down today.2. I'm thankful for discernment that allows me to avoid others who are not good for me.
3. Rain. Plenty of it. We needed it. I also like how creates a different mood. It makes hunkering down and reading a pleasure to do.
4. Wrote a letter today. I enjoy letter writing.
Thursday, December 11
The Innkeeper Was A Burglar......... 12/11/14
Yesterday I was a burglar. At least two people thought I was. I wasn't appre-hended. As I type, I am not handcuffed. A fellow saw me, calling the owner of the house on her cell phone, while I made a visit.
On the door, I rapped. Since this event, I was told this is the burglar way. This is what the police told the homeowner. At least I did that right.
Inside, the dog barked viciously, growling also. Normally,
Inside, the dog barked viciously, growling also. Normally,
Tuesday, December 9
An Un-American Concept, We Are Primarily Spiritual, Revisited ......... 12/9/14
Image: "Snowdonia: Nantgwynant" by Tim Blessed.
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I'll share a few thoughts interspers-ed with recounting a day that was demanding, emotionally and mentally.
I prefer days like these to be few and far between. A calmer pace allows my
Monday, December 8
Saturday, December 6
Ten Antidotes to Worry, Fear ........ 12/6/14
I am tired.Con-cerned. Worried even. I will focus on what makes me thankful.
Gratitudes:
1. Not reacting or catastrophizing when hangups appear.
2. For love received from
Gratitudes:
1. Not reacting or catastrophizing when hangups appear.
2. For love received from
Thursday, December 4
Ten Things That Make For a Healthier Relationship. What's Happening With The Innkeeper........ ................. 12/4/14
1. Speak truth. But, do so gently. "The mouth of the wise commends knowledge. But from the mouth of the fool gushes folly." Proverbs 15:2
2. Be present. Share what is alive within me, graciously. This means not being triggered or motivated by fear. Presence is possible when we are
Wednesday, December 3
It Is Never My Responsibility To......... Revisited 12/3/14
Good evening, the following has been around for a while---three years last November. It's so old you may have overlooked it. I am re-posting it, for those new to the inn and those who need their consciousness to breathe in the principles sprinkled below.
This passage is about being truly internally referented. Yes, that is an actual word. It's about taking care of ourselves---not losing who we are because of our relationships with others.
May you have a great, vibrant, rest of the week as you seize life, not letting it meekly pass you by. The Innkeeper
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ive what I really don’t want to give
Sacrifice my integrity to anyone
Do more than I have time to do
Monday, December 1
Making Amends, Better Than Apologies...... 12/1/14
Innkeeper's Note: Amends. Far superior to apologies. Best way to restore fractured rela-tionships. I wrote the following three-and-a-half years ago. Still a good subject. Let me know your thoughts. Here it is:
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Amends is a source of emo-tional and psychological relief, ridding us of unnecessary guilt.
It's rewarding, to have the
support of caring friends and family members. I enjoy growth when I embrace the diffi-cult parts of life. Such as making things suitable with someone I offended.
Earlier today, I met with a friend I've known for 30+ years. I learned of issues requiring mending with his wife. She's held a grudge for more than fifteen years. I had no idea. I like