Wounds

It's my belief that we learn how to carry the sorrow with us for the rest of our days.  KAS

Peace?

This is something to ponder.  It is asking for strong contemplation to determine what peace means to me close in where the truest part of me exists.  KAS

Three Big Lies

It might be helpful to post this every other day as a reminder I'm the one who defines who I am and it comes from the inside out.  My opinion of myself is the one to pay attention to. KAS

A Sweet Inspiration

Not A Waste Of Time

It is essential to me to have "cushion" time to reconnect with who I am and why I make the choices I make.  Being outside with nature is an added bonus.  KAS

Consciously Saved Not Ruthlessly Spent

I sincerely hope it's not too late to act upon these words.  KAS

Wild Mercy and Determination

We cannot turn away from what is happening to our planet.   KAS

Joy

I continue to look for joy amidst the fight for what is fair and decent and just.  KAS

It Has A Song

Let's make sure we do all we can to keep the birds of the earth singing!  KAS

No Future For Injustice

It is astonishing to learn how long and how vicious injustice has been.  Rather than turn away, why can't we reconcile the errors of the past and move forward with decency and mutual respect for ourselves, our neighbors and our planet?  I believe we can.  KAS

Care of the Earth

May we find the way to foster its renewal.  I want this for the young people alive today, including my children and grandchildren...and yours!  KAS

More possibilities

I'm including both because I refuse to give up hope. We can save ourselves by saving our planet.  KAS

Nature

I have nothing worthwhile to add to this.     KAS

Gasp of Delight

I'm collecting these gasps for when things get ugly.  Recalling them helps keep things bearable.  It's something I recommend paying attention to.  KAS

Rest in Grace Of The World

These days, I find myself "taxed with the forethought of grief" often.  Rather than dwell there, I'm choosing to focus on what is beautiful and real and good, right now.  I am grateful for the opportunity to walk outside and experience the "grace of the world".  KAS

Small Kindnesses

To pay attention and notice the small gestures of kindness and empathy is good practice.  I find it's easy to take them for granted.  KAS

Don't Be Afraid

For reasons I can't explain, these words touch me deeply.  I am inexplicably comforted by them.  KAS

The Power of Words

I love this extremely positive view of writing.  As a life-long lover of reading, I know this to be true.  I have been altered from the inside out from books I have read.  Ironically, those dark pigmented squiggles can also do great harm when intended for negative purposes with treachery and manipulation as their driver.  There must be discernment in our choice of reading material.   KAS

LOST

Stand still. The forest knows where you are and you know who you are. "May the forest be with you."  KAS

How We See The World

It's about respect.  Some of us are acting like spoiled children without any awareness or appreciation of the value of what we have.  We're trashing our home.  The only home we have.
"When we know better, we do better." (Maya Angelou) We know better.  Now, let's do better! KAS

Listen

I often neglect the signals from my body because I'm so busy listening to the thoughts running around in my head so this is good advice.  KAS

Finding Connection Despite Differences

“There is no greater obstacle to peace than people emphasizing that they are victims.”
“If supporting me means that you learn to hate anyone else, I don’t want your support!”
Fr. Elias Chacour

Chuck It

Aside from the "language", I just love this. Feel free to chuck whatever you need to!  KAS

Something Wonderful

Reflect on this piece of truth!  It helps overcome the "not good enough" that some of us carry around with us as we live our beautiful life.  KAS

As You Age

I still catch myself wasting time on nonsense but I'm getting better at letting it go.  KAS

"Just Being Honest"

Is it possible they just don't know any better?  Or could it be they aren't being honest with themselves?  Either way, it pays to think about it with some compassion stirred in. KAS "When we know better, we do better." Maya Angelou

Impress Yourself

What are you doing to impress yourself?  Good luck and bravo to you!  KAS

Never Done Learning

There's always something more to learn.  It makes life interesting and keeps a person humble to realize how much you don't know.  KAS

Because They Feel Right

Things that make no sense and no money are the real reasons we are here.  But, after all, doesn't that make perfect sense?  KAS

Why?

   Seems simple enough.  Happy September!  KAS