Among Friends

[Still keeper of the koi]

There are so many difficulties in life, happy isnt always am option, How many times do we invite uneasiness  into our day,Watching  movies that stress us , reading  books about painful things,dwelling on past  mistakes.. It brings to mind the saying fake it till you make it comes to mind , I find even when I don't feel like smiling  it turns things around when I do, you feel better somehow, others respond to you differently. Always unhappy people also are contagious, better to have distance  If you , like me are influenced by others moods.. I mention these things because I  myself, have  pushed myself to  find happy...Try this ,set the mood first thing in your house with happy, kindness ,good thoughts watch others respond ,following  your lead.Be the happy you want in your life,don't wait for someone to hand it to you. It is your right in life , Smile, be grateful for the little things, right now,  internet ,these boards, the lovely posters .Small ,but important, reap the last days of  sunshine, the crunching leaves,the air..Think of the possibilities  ahead...Be the love in the world,it so needs right now, change comes one little bit at a time. Sending you all  love ,hugs and my wish for you to live life  in beauty and  happiness..Hugs my friends,MaryAnne

[EdithEllenLily]

@Still keeper of the koi Beautiful post, kind one. 

[golding76]

Bless you, Mary Anne,

I needed that today.  So often life, with all its challenges, pulls us down into the swampiness of hurt, pain and grief.

Love to you and your family!  

[meallen616]

MaryAnne,

So glad to read this post today,

[Azcowgirl]

you’re absolutely right MaryAnne, ❤️ thank you and have a beautiful day! (:

[3suwm5]

@Still keeper of the koi  Your post is exactly what is needed these days.  Thank you MaryAnne!!  I know you will have a positive Saturday now.

Your thoughts are exactly why I read 'Positive Thoughts' Thread everyday I get to the computer.

Enjoy your weekend, friend.

[Vivian]

My life is currently filled with great stress. My husband is heading toward dementia, my 95 year old mother is suffering from mini-strokes, my daughter was diagnosed with an auto-immune disease, and I am having knee replacement surgery next month...currently experiencing lots of pain and unable to work out. I have to take each day at a time. I try not to focus on all the stressors. Rather, I try to enjoy the peaceful moments. When my life stressors and the news upset me, I sit back, calm myself, read an escapist mystery or watch an old movie, and I can get through the day.

[Still keeper of the koi]

@Vivian florimond,You  are the epitome of grace.. I hope your days are peaceful, it is a heavy burden  with those we love. Be kind to yourself, you are very special, I hope you will allow me to pray for you.We can always use good thoughts.Semding you strength, you are very kind and loving ,we can all learn from your example...Hugs dear one, MaryAnne 

[jeanlake]

Lovely post. I like what Neville Goddard said - A CHANGE OF ATTITUDE IS A CHANGE OF DESTINY. My goal is simplicity and gratitude. Easier said than done, though.

[webbgarner1]

Beautifully said !!!Iy is much easier to  spread love and happiness than be bitter , angry and discontent . Keep spreading the positive thoughts to folks, you are a blessing .