If you want others to be happy, practice compassion. If you want to be happy, practice compassion. ~Dalai Lama

This weekend has been marked by an internal struggle, trying to figure out how to deal with my family. A few years ago, I received notification via e-mail that my grandmother had passed away. This was received days after the fact, and my parents called me accusingly, why haven't you called with condolences? I expressed my hurt and anger, and requested that it not happen again.



It did. I suppose that this was predictable, since they seem to do things they know will upset me and then… Continue

I have decided that it is too much to try toi count the rounds, and the days. sonce my goal is for a new habit, i have simply decided that counting these for the rest of my days is beyond my capacity.



I am beginning to understand the concept of St. Francis' "make me an instrument of thy peace." How simply being a calming influence in a room, on a street, in the grocery store can shift the balance toward tolerance and peace.



This is on gift i strivew to give continually.… Continue

my head is in a blur. It is so easy to get into the rhythm of day to day... this challenge has really helped me to be more mindful of every day. not perfection, mind you, but improvement. :)

It went unbelievably fast...What have I learned? I have learned that I impact the world around me in a million small ways. Being mindful of it is the tough part.



Today, I gave my hubby a dozen roses, to say thank you for comforting me and talking with me and making the effort to meet me halfway. I lucked out with that one, i'll tell ya.



I have received more than i have given. The process of being mindful has opened my eyes to all the blessings i receive, too. In a day or… Continue

I am nearing the end of my first round, and today was the best give yet. It is a selfish thing, because i really wanted to be there, but I attended my nephew's Eagle Scout Court of Honor Ceremony today. What a great kid! I would not have missed ot for the world. I am so glad i went, even though it's not the easiest of drives and i have tests and papers due this week, it was so very worth it to support him and to Celebrate all the hard work and dedication that he has put into this.



It… Continue