From My Journal (11/6)

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From Big Sky Buckeye

When taking time to pause and search, nature offers treasures filled from the smallest wonders.

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(Updated November 6)

John Stuart Mill Quotes

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I have learned to seek my happiness by limiting my desires, rather than in attempting to satisfy them.

Genius can only breath freely in an atmosphere of freedom.

John Stuart Mill (1806-1873) was an English philosopher, civil servant, and political economist.  He was a member of the British Parliament from 1865-1868.

From My Journal (11/5)

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From Big Sky Buckeye

One’s faith journey welcomes the Lord’s light, which encourages every breath of hope.

Do you write a daily journal?  This inspiring thought comes from my journal, and much of what is written in my journal comes from reading and commenting on other bloggers’ posts.  Thanks to many of you for adding so much to my journal.

(Updated November 5)

From My Journal (11/4)

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From Big Sky Buckeye

Some of autumn’s most beautiful treasures desire to make a grand exit before the approaching winter comes knocking.

Do you write a daily journal?  This inspiring thought comes from my journal, and much of what is written in my journal comes from reading and commenting on other bloggers’ posts.  Thanks to many of you for adding so much to my journal.

(Updated November 4)

Nora Ephron Quotes

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Your education is a dress rehearsal for a life that is yours to lead.

The only way to learn is to keep doing something new, and, if you’re lucky, learning with people who really know how to do it.

Nora Ephron (1941-2012) was an American novelist, screenwriter, and film director.

Monday Memories: Lonely Heart

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Alone and isolated

Empty calendar pages

Absent family and friends

Life walking in Dark Ages

 

Hour’s darkest shadows lengthen

Day’s hope missteps and stumbles

Sudden tears, any moment

Faith now tumbles, then crumbles

 

Day awakens, same old drill

Memories fade, bit by bit

Miles from nowhere, so alone

Silence fills heart, not close-knit

 

Few good days dwarfed by bad ones

Sunny smiles becoming few

Lonely heart needs titan’s lift

Shining light makes its breakthrough

 

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Make it a point today to reach out to someone who could use a warm hug, a trusting smile, or a kind word.  Lonely hearts fill many people with emptiness; share your light.

Originally published January, 2021.

From My Journal (11/3)

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From Big Sky Buckeye

May our words and actions witness with a whisper’s light of kindness.

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(Updated November 3)

Brene Brown Quotes

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Compassion is not a virtue–it is a commitment.  It’s not something we have or don’t have–it’s something we choose to practice.

What we know matters but who we are matters more.

Brene Brown (born 1965) is an American researcher and author.  Much of her work has studied courage, vulnerability, shame, and empathy.

From My Journal (11/2)

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From Big Sky Buckeye

Through the Holy Spirit, Christ’s light of peace continues to clear one’s vision.

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(Updated November 2)

From My Journal (11/1)

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From Big Sky Buckeye

When life’s circumstances invite us to embrace something with goodness, God’s grace offers an opportunity filled with love’s blessed sweetness.

Do you write a daily journal?  This inspiring thought comes from my journal, and much of what is written in my journal comes from reading and commenting on other bloggers’ posts.  Thanks to many of you for adding so much to my journal.

(Updated November 1)