The mind

The mind is a powerful force. It can slave us or empower us. It can plunge us into the depths of misery or take us to the heights of ecstasy.  Learn to use the power wisely.  Be kind.

Beautiful words about beautiful day

I've quoted a lot of people here who speak of kindness, but one of my favorite thoughts are these words from George Elliston:  "How beautiful a day can be when kindness touches it!"

True love

"It is a popular trend nowadays to say love is very much conditional. I've heard people compare it to a glass of water that eventually runs out when love isn't reciprocated. This encouragement of selfishness must stop," says my friend Jonah Kim. "True love is an infinite well and is absolutely unconditional," he continues. Jonah concludes "True love feels almost helpless in its endless giving, without asking for anything in return. And if the ones you love love you back, there is nothing more beautiful, precisely because we love without premeditated expectations."

National No Housework Day

Take a break from the sweeping, dusting, and dishes. Dirty windows? They will wait one more day. The vacuum will remain banished to the closet. Mopping? Not today! Today is National No Housework Day and so take a break. It's not laziness. It is being kind to yourself!

your comments and feedback

The counter tells me a lot of folks visit this blog. Of course, we don't know if you actually READ the words here.  Perhaps a bit of feedback would help.  Leave a comment below.  Say a kind word or two. Encourage us with a story of kindness.  We'd really love to hear from you!

JOY!

Easter is being celebrated today by many, and I know that means a lot of joy.  My wish is that everyone can experience a bit of joy regardless of your observances.  Be kind to yourself.  Celebrate.  Enjoy life!

chocolate eggs and bunnies

Easter is coming (tomorrow)!  When I was little that meant chocolate eggs and bunnies.  Jellybeans too!  Oh, I loved the malted milk eggs!  I might not have been very kind back then, because I don't recall sharing very much.  I will share now though.  Just wait until Sunday.