I’m not sure just where I heard the phrase this week – but it’s one that has stayed with me – and I thought it was worth exploring further. The phrase was – ” My story is still unfolding”. I like the way someone put it here – “I hope you realise – that every…
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‘Perfectly Imperfect’
A couple – while on holiday – decided to try something different – and went to a pottery session – with the express intention – to each make the other a present. Their choice – was to make a cup and saucer – each choosing the colour and pattern that would be meaningful to the…
‘Another Milestone’
How could I possible write about anything else – for my blog this week – other than the fact that we are celebrating our 60th wedding anniversary – quite a milestone in our lives. As I began to think about what I might write – I came across this quote – which made me think…
‘Step Back’
An artist was attempting to paint art on a big scale – so very different from the usual canvases she used. At first – she found it hard to anticipate what the outcome would be – how the final piece of art would look. But then – it was suggested that she step back from…
‘Sharing Ordinary Moments’
As I sat down to write my blog this week – I found myself wondering if the simple things that I write about – are actually important enough to interest others. But then I realised – that in recounting even the simple moments – there is always something beautiful to share. And it also –…
‘Creating Harmony’
If you read my blogs – you know that I love to find quotes – that often put my thoughts into words – in a way that enhances them. One of the quotes that I have used in the past – has been this one – “Life is a journey – not a destination” –…
‘Accepting Each Moment’
I’m not normally an anxious person – but recently – because of health issues that I am facing – I realised that I was becoming anxious – and stressed. As I sat quietly meditating – I became conscious of the need to simply relax – and accept the situation for what it was. I was…
‘Tomorrow Starts Today’
I came across this phrase – the other day – “Tomorrow starts today” – and it’s stuck with me ever since. It’s a powerful reminder for me – that my future is shaped – by the actions – habits – and decisions – that I make in the present moment. So – that means that…
‘The Three C’s Of Life’
I often look back – at the various choices I have made in life – and came across this quote – which caught my attention. “The three C’s of life – choices – chances – and changes. You must make a choice – to take a chance – or your life will never change.” And…
‘Challenged – But Not Defeated’
There’s a sense in which – since I turned 80 – it seems I have faced more and more challenges. And yet – as I look back over my life – i realise that in fact – there have been many challenges to overcome. “Being challenged in life is inevitable – Being defeated is an…
Inspirational thoughts from everyday life 