Posts Tagged ‘calm’
Brave Fear
I’m not easily scared. I’m not really afraid of the dark, but I respect the darkness because of what can be lurking in the dark. I don’t think I’m afraid of death, but I do get nervous about how I will die. Some people may not fear or worry about any of that. I do…
Read MoreStay Calm
I’m not sure that I was ever considered a “calm” person when I was a bit younger. I would guess that in the last 10 years (my mid-forties) was when I started becoming calmer. I do believe that there is a direct connection to when I started carving time out of my morning to spend…
Read MoreSimply Grateful
I love the holiday called Thanksgiving that we celebrate here in the United States. It’s a time to reflect and give thanks. It’s a time to push pause on our busy lives and give thanks for all the blessings that are ours. When I count my blessings, it’s really a matter of perspective and balance.…
Read MoreLess Stressed
I am still learning to handle stress and not let it affect every other relationship. It’s not my wife’s fault that things at work can be stressful, so why should she be affected. I know that she will listen if I need to talk about it. I also know that she wants to help bear…
Read MorePeace To Me
I like peace. I enjoy a peaceful evening. I enjoy a peaceful day beside the lake or stream. There is something about being near water that is relaxing and restorative. I also enjoy the mountains. I spent a few years living in East Tennessee and just to see the mountains in the distance reminded me…
Read MoreSteady & Ready
I’ve been a people watcher/observer for many years. I don’t enjoy shopping the way some people shop. I do my shopping ahead of time and go to the store and pick out the right size and color and then I’m off to check out. Over the years that I’ve been to the mall or big…
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