It’s not always easy.

But, it’s so important for you and all of us.

Recently, I have not been as positive as I’ve always been.

One of my family members reminded me of that.

And I’m making corrections to my attitude.

Let’s face it. No one wants to be around a grump!

Be positive in expressing yourself and your ideas.

You will always find greater acceptance.

Even though, sometimes, you have to fake it.

Sometimes faking it leads to a great attitude that lasts the whole day.

If not today, when?

Some people are so consumed with their wealth that it is all they can think about. They worry about it and how to protect it and increase it. It is the prime focus of their life.

They are almost unaware that there are people right around them who are hungry. Perhaps the waitress who served them coffee this morning or the man who parked their car. Maybe it is a person who cleans their home or their office.

The poor are not always visible and usually try not to expose their needs. In fact, sometimes they deliberately fake happiness so that you will not know of their needs.

Every religion in the world speaks of this issue. Feed the hungry, do good works every day, no salvation without good deeds in this lifetime, take care of widows and orphans. The words don’t matter. It is the message.

Look around you. SEE THE HUNGRY.

Sometimes an unexpected large tip will feed a family for a day or two or three.

Be the person who doesn’t have to be asked.

Just surprise someone in your everyday surroundings with a quiet, generous gift and expect nothing in return.

Feel the joy in your heart.

Do it often!

President Roosevelt first gave the “Fear Itself” advice at his inauguration.

It was in the midst of the Great Depression in 1933.

He felt that fear could be a greater obstacle than the actual challenges we face.

As we are all aware, these are times which may bring uncertainties for our future.

I suggest that we must first be sure our loving relationships are tight!

We must become better listeners and be conscious of what is going on in our neighborhoods, our states and our country.

We must also have a contingency plan if things go awry.

Be awake! Be aware

There are many sources of disappointment.

Yourself, spouse, children, employer, co-workers and just life sometimes.

Maybe you are dealing with some disappointment in several of the above categories.

I think the most severe is disappointment in yourself.

This must be addressed first because it affects all other categories.

You must have a high enough sense of self esteem in order to properly address others.

The only way to solve disappointment in you is to forgive yourself.

Once you’ve forgiven self, you can forgive others!

If not today, when?

While looking up the qualities of wisdom, I found three attributes.

They are: Knowledge, Experience and Good Judgement.

I beg to differ with the idea that these three qualities are all prerequisites of wisdom..

I think Good Judgement is the result of Knowledge and Experience.

So, I think Experience must come first.

After having many life experiences, a person can draw conclusions which become knowledge.

There is another quality that is outside the dictionary definition and that is Common Sense. It comes from the practice of knowledge and Experience.

It also comes from every day living and is learned as a person matures.

And hopefully, the application of Experience, knowledge, Good Judgement and Common Sense will enable one to have Wisdom.

What do you think?

I think most people who pray are asking God for something.

This is understandable.

Sometimes their prayers are answered, sometimes not the way they wish.

When the outcome is not favorable, some people give up on prayer.

We have to remember our God is not a push button God.

I think praying is establishing a relationship with God.

I also don’t believe we should pray only when we want something.

I believe in prayers of thanksgiving for all our blessings.

Of course, I believe God loves us and that love is unwavering.

Thank you, God!

Keep in mind that I’m no expert on anything.

I’m just offering a few thoughts for your consideration.

I think that memories that left a successful outcome are keepers.

Those memories will continue to boost your self confidence throughout your life.

They say that mistakes you’ve made are a good learning opportunity.

That’s a nice cliche’.

But, do we actually correct our future behavior or repeat mistakes again and again?

Bad memories are worth keeping ONLY if they correct our behavior once and for all!

In other words, don’t carry BAD BAGGAGE if it drags your self confidence down!

If not today, when?

This little boy defines happiness as a sunny day and a free day from school.

I believe each of us would define happiness much differently.

Freedom from a serious illness could be a cause for celebration.

Maybe your girlfriend said YES!

A job offer that will definitely raise your standard of living is another source of joy.

Graduation day is a source of pride for the graduate and parents.

Reuniting with a long, lost friend can be a happy moment for both parties.

How do you define HAPPINESS?

When Joe Doucet bought a new house in Katonah, New York, he wanted to make it as environmentally friendly as possible.

As a designer and inventor, he immediately found himself wondering whether the exterior of his home could play a role in mitigating the effects of climate change.

“One of the things I had not really considered before was: What color should I paint the house?” he told CNN, speaking in a video call.

It’s well known that light-colored buildings reflect heat and stay cooler while darker ones absorb — just compare chilly Scandinavia’s black housing tradition to the whitewashed homes found across warm Mediterranean countries.

But what shade would perform best in a climate like New York’s, with hot summers but dark and snowy winters? (CNN)

You get the idea!

(Buddha)

It’s more difficult for us older people.

We are always remembering the way it used to be, but we can’t go back.

We must go forward and get in step with the changing times.

If we don’t, we’ll be left behind.

Young people don’t want to hear about the good old days.

They’re trying to grapple with today’s expectations so they can be relevant.

And we must do the same!

If not today, when?