An Anniversary: Noticing Milestones .......5/13/13

     Can you believe it?  This inn is but a baby, celebrating twenty-six months since it opened its doors, on March 13th, 2011.   Much has happened in that time, and all for the good.

     This inn has been an opportunity for me to do what gives me bliss.  Thank you, for joining me as I share gratitudes that well up

A Special Tribute, Revisited ........5/12/13

     Good morning,

The following I wrote two years ago.   I updated it, but it carries the same meaning for me that it did then.  May you have a terrific Sunday.  I know I will. 

Here's the post:    

      A special thanks to all the mothers

Slowing Down ......5/10/13

   Good evening,

I'm exhausted.  I've had a long week. I'm dashing off my gratitudes before dozing away.

My Gratitudes: 
1.  I saw a movie tonight.  I went with friends. The fun part was that we saw it for free, along with popcorn and drinks.  It was great, slowing down, taking a break from the demands faced the past six days.
2.  I'm going to bed after penning this.  Balance---letting my body recuperate from the stress that accumulated this week---allows my body to thrive, rest and enjoy ease and peace of mind.
3.  I plan on filing this weekend.  The greater clarity I have when tackling paperwork, is appreciated.

How About You? 
What are your three gratitudes for today? I'd love hearing them. When you do, it contributes to the community we share here.

    Good night, I'll talk with you tomorrow, when I'm not so tired.

Standing In Power, Recovery and Integrity. Not Affected When Criticized 5/8/13

"He has a right to criticize, who has a heart to help."
Abraham Lincoln

Gratitudes for Wednesday
1.  Someone judged me tonight, after I attended an Al-Anon Family group meeting.  I love it, when that happens.  Really.

      It's not supposed to occur there. Those gatherings are to be a safe place, free from criticism. Then again, the person giving me feedback is new to the program.  She said I was edgy.   Maybe this critic was referring to the edge of my Mohawk haircut.

What Was My Mood?

        I'm kidding, about the hairdo, not about her comments.  I was anything but on edge.  Was I in a great mood tonight?  Yes.  Was I enthusiastic, like a Giants baseball fan, about to see a game at the beautiful AT&T Park, where they play?  Indeed.  Was I energetic?  True, also.   I was on a high from

Kindness Transcending Rivalry ............5/7/13

    In no way am I a fan of the Los Angeles Dodgers.  I'm a life-long fan of the San Francisco Giants.  More importantly, I am a greater fan of kindness, love, generosity of heart and resources, regardless of the uniform a person wears.

    The following clip gives me hope for mankind.  Keep in mind, this Dodger player's actions took place in the Giant's ballpark, this past weekend.  May it touch you as it did me.  The kindness Mr. Kemp demonstrates in the video below goes beyond team rivalry.  I give all

Boundaries: A Sanity and Serenity Saver .......5/7/13

Boundaries rescue us from the murky areas of life.

      How are you?

After working Monday, I was worn out.  It is my most rigorous day.  Six clients were seen.  Several faced severe situations, physically and emo-tionally.  Arriving home, I conked out, straightaway.  After a five hour nap, I remain tired, but fully awake.  Goodness. 

Using My Right Hemisphere

      From time-to-time---professionally---I write resumes.  It's fun, allowing me to use

Being Gentle Towards Self, Revisited 5/5/13

The six most important words:  "I admit I made a mistake."
 The five most important words:       "You did a good job."
The 4 most important words:"What is YOUR opinion?"
The three most important words:  "If you please."
 The two most important words:  "Thank You."
 The one most important word:   "We."
The least important word: "I.”
 Author Unknown

     I'm bumping this up.  I wrote this January of last year.
       
Being Gentle Towards Ourselves

I'm thankful for opportunities that allow me to practice patience in general, and towards myself.  My younger self was more driven than I am now, and I'm driven.  You can imagine

Stress: Remedies For Getting Through the Day, Revisited 5/4/13

        Hi there,

Just a quick note.   I've been ill, so I've been resting.  It was definitely needed.  A friend doctored me with some good stuff.  No, it wasn't morphine.  But, I feel much better.  I'll share with you what happened when I met with a fellow on Wednesday.  I mentioned about him on that day, the entry before last. 

      I'm getting ready to meet with someone, so I have to go.  In the meantime, I'd love hearing your gratitudes. 

      It's not often that I'm thrown

Admitting Faults, Being With Good Friends ......... .......5/1/13

"An admission of error is a sign of strength
rather than weakness"    Goethe

     Good evening,

I'm bookending this day with posts, not something I do often.  Just got in from being with friends, encouraged by the time shared.   I spoke before the group.  The possibility that this might happen crossed my mind, I prepared notes earlier.  It went well.

     Afterwards, sixty percent of those who attended

Facing Unpleasantness 5/1/13

     Good morning,

I bedded early last night and now, here I am, welcoming the month of May, starting it with a challenge.  Today is the day.  It is here.  I am not looking forward to what will happen, even though it was an eventuality.

     Thanks for keeping me company, I appreciate your visits, today, especially.  A month-and-a-half ago, I was sucker punched---emotionally.  You can read more about it here and particularly this post.  At 12:00 noon, I'm facing