I’ve been reading Test of Courage by Christopher Robbins. The book is both motivating and disheartening simultaneously. Uplifting to read about Michel Thomas, a Jew, who escaped from concentration camp not once, not twice but three times during WW2. He then aided both the French Resistance and the American Counter intelligence Command (CIC). Despite knowledgeContinue reading “A Complicated Web “
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Solo Travel
As humans we all feel most comfortable with “our own people”…..those who are like us, accept us and care for us. In that vein, many women have professed fear and discomfort about traveling alone. I understand that. There are people who would chose to harm us for their own gain. Yet, I choose to believeContinue reading “Solo Travel”
Who Are you?
Sometimes we describe ourselves by what we are……nurse, educator, electrician,etc. But that’s not truly who we are. It’s a role we play, a job or a profession. If that role was removed, who would you be? Would you be a kind and compassionate person who respects others? Or would you be an angry and discontentedContinue reading “Who Are you?”
Labels
The news these days are full of articles on hate and exclusion. One group belittles and dehumanizes another group simply because they are different….different in color, beliefs, life choices, genetics or other attributes. We have strayed far beyond the guidance of almost all major religions, Yet, many still call themselves “Christians”. I beg to differContinue reading “Labels”
A Happy Place
Last week I trekked to Sanibel Island (our favorite gathering place) with RVing friends. With beautiful beaches offering fun shelling, myriads of bike trails, Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge and scrumptious restaurants, Sanibel is a place in which happiness is the ambience. As many may remember, Sanibel and Captive Islands were devastated in 2022 byContinue reading “A Happy Place”
Distance Friends
Many people spend their senior days hibernating, repeating the same schedules day after day and keeping the same friends. As age increases our friend circles contract because of moves or death. It becomes a rut. There is a solution. Make more friends ( some younger), travel more, do more, learn more. Even when situations limitContinue reading “Distance Friends”
People Vs Critters
Historically humans have believed our species to be superior and smarter than animals. But hold on. Science is demonstrating that the superiority is definitely skills related. Some mammals, birds and reptiles are imbued with speed and distance attributes we humans could only wish to have. For example…I was walking 2-3 miles a day thinking IContinue reading “People Vs Critters”
Happiness
Our society is accustomed to applauding grandiose accomplishments. Promotions, awards, sport wins, writing a best seller, producing a movie all bring accolades. However, the attention for most accomplishments is short-lived and spurs the drive to do more and more. More attention and energy is required which often sacrifices enjoying the “now”. Happiness is lost betweenContinue reading “Happiness”
The Good & The Bad
Life comes with both the good and the bad. For the good I am thankful. For the bad I try to find the way to overcome the obstacle or learn from the lesson. We all prefer the good but without the opposite we cannot fully appreciate our blessings. Also, some of the worst experiences canContinue reading “The Good & The Bad”
Discovering Your Life Purpose: A Path to Happiness
I strongly believe each of us has a primary purpose in life. When we discover it varies. I knew mine at a very young age. I never deviated from that and hence, have been largely happy throughout my life. And like most categories, there are also subtitles….purposes within a purpose. These are more time related.Continue reading “Discovering Your Life Purpose: A Path to Happiness”
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