Everything we learn as a small child is achieved in tiny steps or increments. We roll over before we sit up, then we learn to stand, and finally, we begin to take our first wobbly steps. And over time we gain control of our balance and muscle movement to master the art of running. But somewhere in the process of growing into adulthood, we all forget that very first lesson of baby steps. We all…
A smile is universal. It knows no language barrier, nor does it hold a different meaning to those from other generations. It is free to give but is treasured when received. It can be used to set a positive tone for a conversation or bring a pleasant end to a dialog. It can even be used in place of dialog. A smile is the simplest of things to offer to another human being, as it…
With age does come some tiny shreds of wisdom from time to time. And I had my aha moment for the week. I have always wanted to be an artist. I am just mesmerized by colored pencils, paints, and fancy markers. But in my hands, they all become blunt objects that I drag across a page in a Neanderthal-like manner. I finally came to grips with the fact that the only thing that I should…
The ‘Catechism of the Catholic Church’ paragraphs 1929 to 1933, refers to ‘Respect for the Human Person’. These paragraphs form part of Article 3 regarding ‘Social Justice’. I wonder what comes to your mind concerning respect for the human person? For sure we listen to a lot of debates and news items concerning the issue of respect for the human person. One can listen and read various ideas of what does it really mean regarding…
Rest and relax. I know, I know. Easier said than done but you have just got to do it. There is absolutely nothing in this world worth getting all worked up over. Do the work that you have got to get done but at the end of the day…stop! Don’t plan what to do. Just go with the flow. Don’t have your phone “taped to your hand” as my dad calls it. Shut it off…
A lot has been happening right in my country for the past few days, over the hours. Kids, adults, men, women… going into DEPRESSION and being SUICIDAL on the same account. An INTELLIGENT YOUTH taking his life after a FAILED EXAM, a HUSBAND who took his life and never would return home to his WIFE, a YOUNG, BEAUTIFUL lady getting herself poisoned after a BREAK-UP from someone she’s put her dear heart on… different other,…
You can be anything…but from time to time, don’t forget to just be. Time to reflect, relax and energize is the key to reaching all of your goals and to leading a healthy and happy life.
I saw a post on social media the other day that was a picture of a very fast car and a very big truck. The caption read, “I will not lose!”. And for the first time in my adult life, I kind of wrinkled my brow a bit when I read those words and saw the picture. And that surprised me… I have always been a competitive person, and at times overly competitive. I can…
As humans, we like to ponder things from time to time. One of the questions that I hear from many people my age and older is, “Would you go back and do something different if you had the chance to?” And while it can sound like an interesting proposition, most of the time, we don’t think about the ramifications of making a change in our past. The more I thought about this question, the more…
There is no secret recipe or magic process to finding happiness. And it is not realistic to think that life will always be perfect. But it is possible to create a life that offers you a great deal of happiness, moments of joy and a feeling of fulfillment. It is just about making the choice to do the small things that bring you to the life that you want to lead. Hold all that is…