Thursday, May 14, 2009
I am learning to love and cherish those things which seem impossible. Now that Jan is gone, and Caleb too, as we knew him, I am realizing the importance of thinking bigger about our individual lives....perhaps trying to get it "right" this time around, instead of hoping that we have another chance somewhere down the line. We have only the moment we are presently in. The past is just that; past... and the future is so uncertain. So for me...I am concentrating on what it is that makes me happy, for that is the barometer which meters our emotions..and if we are off kilter, and not happy, no matter what our individual circumstances might be, then we need to re-think our position...and joy ourselves to joy. What are we waiting for anyways? Happiness seems illusive, impossible to me right now - but I am learning to love what seems impossible . I am going to give it a whirl - come join me?
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YES, YES, YES! I want to be happy and not always make everyone else happy!
Sharyn,
we all could enjoy life more by living in the present...you said it all. I would love to join you!
Claus
Hi Sharyn, I was thinking of you when I watched Michael J. Fox's ABC News documentary on his shifting outlook on life since he was diagnosed with Parkinson's Disease. You can see an excerpt at this link: http://abcnews.go.com/GMA/story?id=7511362
His book, which I have not yet read, details how his outlook on life changed and his level of personal happiness grew once he came to accept where he was.
I watched the documentary with my husband (initially bec there was nothing else on) and immediately became hooked. I hope you have a chance to see it and also grab the book.
Living with the uncertainty of my 5 year old daughter's brain tumor diagnosis 3 years ago, I can appreciate where you are today and where you have been (to some degree - not fully) since this unexpected journey began. I love your attitude today. It is one that I also embrace and I thank you for reminding me that we have a choice and to live open to what might be possible is always the better choice.
Thinking of you and Caleb and dreaming of visiting the Fleet soon!
Risa in Needham
When I was in my 20's and not feeling good about things, I spent some time making a list of everything that made me happy. A long bath with a glass of wine. A walk in the woods. I decided to pick something from that list every day and do it. No matter how small. No matter what else was going on. One of the things I found was that there were many things that made me happy. But I was obsessing so much about things I didn’t control and couldn’t change that I was overlooking what was also there.
I'm so glad that you are reclaiming your life. I knew you fleetingly, but what I remember about you is how kind and generous you were, how insightful and funny, and how much delight you took in small things.
You've suffered bone chilling loss, but joy and delight are right under your feet and in the air you breathe. The single best thing you can do for yourself and your sons is to deeply breathe in the joy and dance with delight. Life is waiting for you to take it back. It’s okay to be happy again.
Sharyn,
Now you got it! Life is not about the destination, but the journey. You are exactly where you are supposed to be. I have found that unless I learn from each difficult situation, I am doomed to repeat life's lessons. Be open to what comes your way. What may seem like the worst thing ever, may be a blessing in disguise.
Via con Gaia, beautiful lady!
sandy
Sharyn,
Now you got it! Life is not about the destination, but the journey. You are exactly where you are supposed to be. I have found that unless I learn from each difficult situation, I am doomed to repeat life's lessons. Be open to what comes your way. What may seem like the worst thing ever, may be a blessing in disguise.
Via con Gaia, beautiful lady!
sandy
from my many years in alanon, the phrase 'fake it till you make it' springs to mind when i read you post today.
yes, yes please, take me with you. so many times i get caught up in the 'what if's' and i dont get caught up in smelling the roses right in front of me
thank you for sharing and i hope that you enjoy your day today
amy in ct
CALGON, take me away!
Will do! Sounds grand, to sieze the day, with all its blessings.
Love the optimism, Sharyn.
Keep smiling!
NY/Wellflee Mom
Sharyn,
Once again, your words hit home....it seems that while we all keep in mind the reason we are all here(Caleb)and the reason this blog family exists....we too, are walking through this world...getting STUFF thrown at us...and we all need to stay on OUR OWN paths...our BEST paths...and find our way to happiness.
Your words speak to me especially now, as i struggle with what might be some very painful but necessary life changes....if I want to follow my way to true happiness...to what seems to be the path laid out for me.
I DO like to believe things happen for a reason...even awful screwed up heart stopping life altering things.....because it gives me (us) the strength to keep on going...walk through it and see what's on the other side....
I hold your hand in this walk....toward true happiness...whatever that means to each of us......
With Great Pleasure......anytime my friend. In this moment we have everything we will ever need. It is all right here, and now.....your courage, grace and insight inspire me. You have allowed yourself to be filled, and have moved through unfathomable obstacles. Your light shines bright for all to see..your way is clear...we are all so grateful. We stand together, a collective "yes".
Blessings this night,
Melinda
With Great Pleasure......anytime my friend. In this moment we have everything we will ever need. It is all right here, and now.....your courage, grace and insight inspire me. You have allowed yourself to be filled, and have moved through unfathomable obstacles. Your light shines bright for all to see..your way is clear...we are all so grateful. We stand together, a collective "yes".
Blessings this night,
Melinda
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