by Melodie Elaine Estes To quest: for that knowledge that will help tou to grow.To learn: with an open mind the things you need to know.To observe: with wisdom and open mind the thoughts to ponder. To give thanks: with heart and senses, full of wonder.To renew: daily the joy of new sights, smells, tastes … More How to Live a Good Life
I try to understand why haters hate the way they do. What drives them to such behaviors. I try to be compassionate and understand what causes some people to hate. Are they desperate; some are sick in their minds or bodies or mentally ill; some may have been treated badly by their own parents or … More Please Don’t Hate
I disagree with the old saying, “Beauty is only skin deep.” I saw a post on Facebook showing women before their applications of make up. Beside each photo was a photo of them with makeup on. The photos of these same women, without makeup, amazed me. They looked so different and yet beautiful in a … More Beauty is Not Only Skin Deep
Every day I find myself smiling at something on Facebook, or about something funny my cat does, or photos of my grandchildren or any children being cute. Smiles come naturally when you are pleased, happy, thankful, or filled with joy from any of a variety of stimuli. Look in the in the mirror and see … More Show Them You Care
I have always loved this ancient Middle Eastern tale. This story is dear to me because it reminds me of my two sons. If you read the end of the post you will see why. The story may also be a reminder to us to help our brothers and sisters of the world who may … More This Is What Brothers Do
I grew up in a very loving, close knit family. I was taught to be polite and kind to everyone regardless of race, beliefs, or who they were. But after I left the protected environment of my home and went to school, I saw that the world was not like my family. I couldn’t just … More Love Makes the World Go Round
A lotus is a symbol of purity, self-regeneration or rebirth, which is why it can symbolize the life of a human. No matter how low in morals, self love, hate, racism or anything negative; we can grow out of it to a higher, purer, more loving nature; just as the lotus starts from muddy water … More A Boatload of Guilt
Peaceful seagull We have heard about terrible things going on in the world: the destruction of hurricanes, tornadoes, earthquakes, fires, shootings and deaths, suffering, anger, fear and other emotions that go with such horrors. Many of us are feeling useless right now, considering the tragedy laden news we hear everyday. Sometimes the pain and sadness … More Who Needs You?
In 1977 a song: “Give a Little Bit of Your Love To Me,” written by Roger Hodgson and Richard Davies, was sung by his group Super Tramp. It has been used for Christmas advertisements; sung by the Googoo Dolls; sung in honor of Princess Diana, (since it was one of her favorite songs); and played … More Give a Little Bit of Your Love
One day I was at a stop light and saw a man with a sign asking for help. I didn’t have any money on me but looked around in the car for something that might make his life a little easier. I had a straw, cowboy hat in the back of the car and offered … More You Matter!
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