What I Have Learned Thus Far...


 As I enter the last decade of my sixties, I have been thinking about all I have learned thus far. Thought I would share some thoughts (half of what my age is) with you all.

1. Change is the only constant in life!

2. Kindness doesn't cost a penny.

3. Everyone is connected.

4. A cup of tea helps make things better.

5. Grandchildren are life's greatest delight.

6. The Divine is Love; Love is the Divine.

7. We are all stardust; therefore, we are all related.

8. Life lived in full bloom is joyful.

9. A positive attitude is contagious.

10. Being content with what you have saves you from a lot of stress.

11. Watching flowers grow remind us of life's joys.

12. Gratitude changes lives.

13. Give thanks daily!

14. Forgiveness is the greatest gift you can give yourself.

15. Poetry allows us to speak from our souls.

16. Music calms, inspires and entertains.

17. Laughter IS the best medicine.

18. Binging on Star Trek series, spin offs and movies can get you through a pandemic.

19. We are all more resilient than we think.

20. Being with someone who loves, respects and cherishes you is a blessing.

21. Angels are real and surround us.

22. You never know who will be touched by what you say, write or do.

23. Hugging trees changes your stress level.

24. Hummingbirds are magical!

25. Peace begins within each of us.

26. Tell those you love how you feel...they may be gone tomorrow.

27. Never go to bed angry.

28. If you a blessed with a life partner, spouse, roommate, begin and end each day saying something kind and loving to them.

29. Hugs heal...hold your hug for at least 20 seconds.

30. Sun and salt water are great medicine...indulge as often as you can.

31. True friends don't have to see you every day to know you love them.

32. Life is too short to waste time being afraid, or angry.

33. When we open our hearts and minds, we realize that the world is not so big and not so different.

34. The Universe sends us signs, if we care to be open to them. 

35....(This is only a half thought because my age is not even.) When things get crazy...


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