tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2071839274179654926.post3296006990986138957..comments2023-04-28T02:42:49.338-07:00Comments on Words Paint: Floating on the SurfacePeacefulBirdhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09115778928757133796noreply@blogger.comBlogger7125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2071839274179654926.post-11351593090349225702010-12-20T19:27:46.662-08:002010-12-20T19:27:46.662-08:00I wouldn't be me if I didn't observe that ...I wouldn't be me if I didn't observe that from where I sit, floating seems to be a better option than plunging (though not as good as soaring.) If you're floating, at least you're *available* for the next lifeline that comes along.<br /><br />Wishing you peace....Cammy@TippyToeDiethttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00547787031318303521noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2071839274179654926.post-90346110765246760752010-12-20T18:33:45.680-08:002010-12-20T18:33:45.680-08:00I found this very touching... poignant... honest a...I found this very touching... poignant... honest and vulnerable.<br /><br />I especially related to:<br />depth of soul...<br />not on the surface...<br />inside where it hurts<br /><br />inside where the river flows<br />deep inside where<br />I dare to care<br /><br />I really believe there is a "deeper" self, there is more to each of us than others realize. Most people do see only "surface". Over the years, most people only saw the me that was morbidly obese, and their perception of what that represented.<br /><br />I only gained a measure of respect with some AFTER I started losing weight. Yet inside me all along was the same treasure, the same potential, the same spirit...<br /><br />But I guess maybe not the same measure of strength... that needed to grow and be unleashed with ferocious determination... to be willing to launch out into space, as it were, to explore what could be if I dared to give it my all, to LIVE joyfully and fully...<br /><br />Well, you really got me thinking. <br /><br />I think those are my favorite kinds of posts... the ones that reach deep down inside, drawing out hidden stuff we keep safe and private.<br /><br />Thank you.<br />Loretta<br />=^..^=Rettahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10034267067410245582noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2071839274179654926.post-85182893652836671082010-12-20T17:42:55.166-08:002010-12-20T17:42:55.166-08:00This comment has been removed by the author.Lois2037https://www.blogger.com/profile/04776736493772592187noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2071839274179654926.post-61354420898535801202010-12-20T17:42:00.159-08:002010-12-20T17:42:00.159-08:00Holiday time is always pushed upon us, whether we ...Holiday time is always pushed upon us, whether we want it or not, and we're all told, by friends, family, the entire culture, how we <i>should</i> feel and what we <i>should</i> be. What if you don't feel like that? I never have. <br /><br />I love what Anne said, and I encourage you, and everyone really, to just make of it what you will, to find peace and enjoyment <i>in spite</i> of what everyone and everything tells you it HAS to be.<br /><br />We celebrate at this time of year because people have always welcomed the coming of longer days and more light. It's a major shift in the cycle of the world. At my house, we welcome the Solstice, lighting candles (electric ones because of playful cats) and saying "goodbye" to the old year and "greetings" to the new. We don't do gifts or trees or special food, we just enjoy a quiet, time and welcome in some joy at the end of the long dark days.Lois2037https://www.blogger.com/profile/04776736493772592187noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2071839274179654926.post-71153878311743378372010-12-20T14:40:10.828-08:002010-12-20T14:40:10.828-08:00I wonder if you just learned from a pro. Your mot...I wonder if you just learned from a pro. Your mother had such difficulty around the holidays, that was your example. I bet it is hard to wipe that away. I am sorry for this., Julie CJuliehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12932974943369368667noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2071839274179654926.post-4264693232289638752010-12-20T05:07:56.970-08:002010-12-20T05:07:56.970-08:00Who is Anne - she rocks!Who is Anne - she rocks!Karenhttp://www.waistingtimeblog.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2071839274179654926.post-14902868989965352972010-12-20T04:53:55.229-08:002010-12-20T04:53:55.229-08:00Peaceful Bird
Maybe "the Holidays"
Are j...Peaceful Bird<br />Maybe "the Holidays"<br />Are just an idea...<br />A season of hope can be born<br />within us any time of year!<br /><br />Maybe these "numb days"<br />are just a little "let down"<br />after the whirlwind of addiction<br />and abuse. <br />Of course it feels bland and boring!<br /><br />And the longing and desire to join <br />with something (or someone)<br />in a meaningful way....<br />Maybe that is a call to rejoin<br />with our Higher Self!<br /><br />Even riding on the surface of a river<br />can still transport you.<br /><br />Hope your day gets brighter!Anne Hhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10435482289459434828noreply@blogger.com