This morning I practiced mindfulness. Mindfulness is defined as, “a mental state achieved by focusing one’s awareness on the present moment, while calmly acknowledging and accepting one’s feelings, thoughts, and bodily sensations.” (Google) Mindfulness, for me, is a state of being content with and accepting of myself. First, I rolled out the yoga mat and […]
Walking with Rumpy these past few days has been fun. The air is crisp and cool, and the Rumpster is filled with energy and excitement. Our walks are interesting. I am the one in charge. But I give Rumpy plenty of freedom. I set boundaries, such as no walking up in people’s yards and no […]
When I was in my 20s and still hoping there was a God out there, I read a magazine called Guideposts. Most of it was that mushy stuff that is supposed to be inspiring, but sounded like a bunch of wishful thinking to me. But I did read one story in that magazine that I’ve carried […]
This morning I woke to find June Buggie lying on my chest purring loudly. Immediately a feeling of peace washed over me. How is that? Purring happens when cats contract both their laryngeal and diaphragmatic muscles. That’s how they can purr while inhaling and exhaling. Purring happens at low frequencies of between 25 and 150 hertz. This […]
Chag Sameach to my Jewish friends, and Happy Easter to my Christian ones! No celebrating in this household. The state of Florida does not recognize either as a state holiday, so I’ll be at work. Not that I’d be celebrating anyway. No egg hunting here. No sunrise services. No Seder. No money spent on the […]
Walks with Rumpy are wondrous things. Walking out the front door leads to canine greetings from our neighbor dogs. Sometimes Rumpy sniffs the yard before heading toward the gate. Once we’re on our way, there are amazing things to experience. Some things only Rumpy could love, such as the smell of another dog’s pee on a utility […]
So why would an agnostic such as myself get up at 3 AM on a Sunday morning and drive over 3 hours to listen to a Buddhist teacher and other religious teachers in a theater with poor acoustics and a bad sound system? I dunno, but I did it. And it was an amazing experience. […]
Oh Dog! Happy Easter everybody! The National Confectioner’s Association says that over 7 billion pounds of candy will be bought and consumed in the US this Easter. According to robbwolf.com, Easter is second only to Halloween in the amount of sugary treats consumed. There’s lots of chocolate out there, folks, so make sure your dog […]
Today is the Blog4Peace blogblast. I decided to share a lesson in peace that has meant much to me. I am a practitioner of A Course in Miracles. My favorite lesson is Lesson 34: I could see peace instead of this. This lesson asks me to consider each thought that causes me stress, anxiety, or […]
Happy New Year!!!! I am so excited about what 2013 will bring to each of us! In the spirit of the day, we have written out some resolutions for the new year. woo woo woo! Jen here. I resolve to create for myself and for others an environment that is positive, peaceful, and loving. May […]
Dogpaddling Through Life 