To all of you, Happy New Year!

 Last Update: December 31, 2021

  

 

New Year's Eve has arrived and I'm sending all of you greetings of hope, joy, love with peace, harmony, and unity, and abundant blessings throughout the year and beyond.

This New Year's eve, miracles abound in us and it is all around us.

Tonight we leave out the old and bring in the new. And more--much more. You can change more than simply the numbers you see on the calendar.

You can conclude this night to shift your whole life...or any aspect of yourself and your experience that you choose and decide to know and do.

So, what about old friends? Should old acquaintance be forgot, and never brought to mind? No. Keep old friends near, and old love dear.

For they will always be there to help you make those changes in your life that will produce big happy surprises and unexpected miracles if you let them.

"HAPPY, HAPPY NEW YEAR!"

Thank you all so much for your precious time reading this post.

God be with you all always in all ways.

In light, love, joy, blessings, gratitude, and peace,

Elizabeth

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Do Not Give Up Or Should You?

Last Update: December 25, 2021

  

 

This is a little reminder as this year is closing soon.

Whatever it is you are trying to accomplish and you are not halfway there, don't give up as when you do, ask yourself this question, "What then?"

If you don't have a solid, productive answer to this question, chances are you have to reflect on what you are doing.

But if you do, chances are you will be successful in your next endeavor.

Quitting doesn't mean you are a failure. It just means that you are more open to giving way to the path that is more in alignment with your being. But you would not be able to see it and grab it until you release what is blocking you to acquire it.

Make room for your good before you can have it as when it arrives will you be ready for it? So let go of worn-out things, worn-out conditions, and worn-out relationships. Make room for what you want in your life so that when it comes you are all set for it.

The things that really matter in life often become more clear to us when we encounter disappointments and distractions.

So radiate and attract what you want and not what you don't want in life.

"Believe and achieve. Doubt and go without."

Thank you all so much for your precious time reading this post.

God be with you all always in all ways.

In light, love, and peace,

Elizabeth

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Christmas Then and Now

Last Update: December 25, 2021

  

 

This special Christmas message was written twenty years ago and was shared with me this Christmas time by the son of one of the most popular motivational speakers of all time

It is a message that I think and feel is still true today. What do you think?

A Special Christmas Message

It's Christmas, Not a "Holiday Season"

"Christmas can truly be the best of times for many and the worst of times for others. For Christians, it truly is the best of times, because we celebrate the birth of Christ, Who we believe is the Only-begotten Son of God, the Savior of the world, and the way to the Father. His virgin birth, death, and resurrection were prophesied over 200 times in the Old Testament and all of those prophecies were fulfilled in the New Testament

For the Christian, Christmas is a joyous occasion. Even as many of us weep over the loss of loved ones, we still experience joy because we know that their eternity with Christ is an infinitely better life than the one they had on Earth.

One of the more disturbing elements of Christmas is the fact that many people have now wished us a "Happy Holiday," instead of "Merry Christmas."

Many of the greeting cards we receive identify themselves as "holiday" cards. Interestingly enough, thus far I've never heard anyone wishing a Muslim during Ramadan a "Happy Holiday," or greeting a Jew during Hanukah with "Happy Holiday."

December the 25th is Christmas. We celebrate the birth of Christ. We should be saying, "Merry Christmas," not "Happy Holiday."

Here are some further thoughts on Christmas:

An anonymous writer wrote that "Christmas is more than a time for parties and ornaments, it's a time for remembering Christ and the incarnation of God's love in human flesh.

There are gifts more important than the ones under the Christmas tree--the things we teach our children, the way we share ourselves with friends, and the industry with which we set about reshaping the world in our time.

The finest carols are often sung by the poorest voices from hearts made warm by the wonder of Christmas. The angel's message is that we should not be afraid, that the Child of Bethlehem is able to overcome all anxieties and insecurities.

I believe in prayer and quietness as a way of appropriating Christmas, that if I wait in silence I will experience the Presence of the One born in the manger, for He lives today as surely as He lived then."

A few more thoughts from a different anonymous writer who points out that "last Christmas we were thinking about all the things we didn't have--this Christmas we're thinking about all the things we do have.

Last Christmas we were counting our money; this Christmas we're counting our blessings.

Last Christmas we thought a man who could rush down a football field was a hero; this Christmas we know a man who rushes into a burning building is the real one.

Last Christmas we were getting on one another's nerves; this Christmas we're getting on our knees."

As you think on these things I hope you will count your blessings and express gratitude for our faith, freedom, families, and the privilege of living in a country where religious freedom is protected by our Constitution."

Dad, you are still right!

Merry Christmas!

Tom  (Zig Ziglar's Son)

Sending you all JOY, LOVE, LIGHT, MERCY, and PEACE...

Elizabeth

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Reach Out And Touch Someone

 Last Update: December 24, 2021 

This time of the year, there are so many out there who are needing help in so many ways.

Reach out to them and you might be the only one who can, especially if it is a complete stranger. It doesn't really matter. The main thing is that you have done a good deed and it will be engraved in their hearts forever.

When other people cannot accept nor receive your good or your kindness... don't fret... it is not you. They are struggling with poor self-image and low self-esteem. Just pray for them, send them light and love vibration and do good and kindness anyway.

“Stop and listen to the still voice within. This is the only voice to trust. This is God speaking, not the ego that is seeking recognition.”

Life is neither easy nor hard. It is what you make it that determines how you are going to live it. Because happiness is self-inflicted. If you think you are and if you think you are not...either way you are right.

By reaching out to those in need, you can easily judge the character of a man by how he treats those who can do nothing for him.

Every man has three characters: that which he exhibits, that which he has, and that which he thinks he has.

Thus, be the one who exhibits, kindness, compassion, generosity, truly caring, and love unconditionally.

Give thanks to God for all your blessings, abundance, gifts, and graces. Share them with those who are less fortunate and those who are in need as part of your stewardship.

In doing so, you'll be rewarded in all miraculous ways. God bless us all.

Sending you all JOY, LOVE, LIGHT, MERCY, and PEACE...

Elizabeth

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Meditation - Have Faith In Action

"To one who has faith, no explanation is necessary. To one without faith, no explanation is possible."

During a momentous battle, a Japanese general decided to attack even though his army was greatly outnumbered. 

He was confident they would win, but his men were filled with doubt.

On the way to battle, they stopped at a religious shrine. After praying with the men, the general took out a coin and said, "I shall now toss this coin. 

If it is heads, we shall win. If tails, we shall lose. Destiny will now reveal itself.." He threw the coin into the air and all watched intently as it landed...It was heads!

The soldiers were so overjoyed and filled with confidence that they vigorously attacked the enemy and were victorious.

After the battle, a lieutenant remarked to the general, "No one can change destiny."  "Quite right," the general replied as he showed the lieutenant the coin, which had heads on both sides.

– Author Unknown and Greatly Appreciated!  -

"Disappointment is temporary. Only your thought about it is permanent."

Thank you all so much for your precious time reading this post.

God be with you all always in all ways.

In light, love, and peace,

Elizabeth

Are You A Moaner, A Groaner, A Griper, A Whiner Or A Complainer?

 Last Update: July 16, 2021

  

 

Moan, moan, moan. Groan, groan, groan. Gripe, gripe, gripe. Whine, whine, whine. Complain, complain, complain. Most of us are like that. Come on, I'm sure you are too. Don't we sometimes act like a grumpy bear just coming out of hibernation? Sometimes, weekends can be the worst.

But you know what? Most people who do this like to do it but never did anything about what they are complaining about. It just becomes like a broken record.

Unfortunately, there are some homes where griping and complaining are the norm and cheerfulness is the exception. These homes are anything but healthy. The atmosphere in them breeds pessimism, bitterness, and gloom.

Many years ago there was a comic strip called "L'il Abner." In it was a character who was a grouch. He walked around with a dark rain cloud over his head even though everyone else was in the sunshine.

A family member like that can infect the entire family and be a source of contamination. Consequently, a colleague like that or a friend can also contaminate the people around them.

Certainly, there will be challenges, disagreements, disadvantages, disappointments, schedule changes, reversals, upsets, traumas, sicknesses, and even death in your family. Those are all a part of your life.

You can't change what happens but you can change how you respond to your circumstances. Begin each day by finding three reasons to praise and thank the Creator. Write them down and read your list several times a day.

Make a pact with your family that the first five minutes of the morning when you first see everyone and the first five minutes when people come home you will be cheerful, courteous, kind, affirming, and affectionate.

By making such a commitment for these key times, you will help set the mood for the day and the evening.

Should someone need to share a gripe or complaint, that's all right. But encourage everyone to share in a way that indicates how something can be different rather than criticizing what they don't like.

By the way, all these ideas came from parents who found that they worked. Let them work for you too.

BE A WINNER NOT A WHINER!

What about you?

Do you have any strategies you used to create a more harmonious home with everyone?

Please do share your comments, likes, feedback, and uplifting experiences that we all can benefit from.

Thank you ever so much my dear WA Family for your precious time reading my blog post.

God bless you all.

I love you all dearly.

Elizabeth.

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How Do You Handle An Insult?

Last Update: July 17, 2021

  

 

You heard someone remark about you. Then you said, "I'm insulted by that comment." We've all felt the sting of an insult. It hurts. it cuts.. And it's even worst when it comes from another family member.

The place where life ought to be the safest is often the riskiest - the home. We cut loose at home more than we do elsewhere. All it takes is a bit of sarcasm to unleash a counterattack and soon it's a matter of who can top who. Why is the home so vulnerable to attack?

First, in the family, you know each other so well that you know where to jab. Children as well as spouses, look for targets either to get a reaction or to retaliate. Even when we know there will be retaliation we still do it.

Another reason we attack each other is that we know we can get away with it. You can't resign from your family or fire your family members. You're stuck with each other.

Sometimes a family member will insult someone and then cover up with, "I was just kidding."

A third reason a home is so vulnerable is that we live in a society in which humor is built around insults and sarcasm.

What do you and your family watch on television? Sitcoms abound with insults, put-downs, and sarcasm. It's easy to imitate what we see especially if we get a steady diet with it. But why would you allow yourself to conform to such inappropriate behavior?

There's a better way to relate as a family just by being one with each other, full of sympathy toward each other, loving one another with tender hearts and humble minds.

Don't repay evil for evil. Don't snap back at those who say unkind things about you. It would not help the situation in any way. Just make a habit to be kind to others and you will be blessed for it, for sure.

REMEMBER: NO ONE CAN INSULT YOU WITHOUT YOUR PERMISSION. SO FORGIVE THEM AND MOST OF ALL FORGIVE YOURSELF FOR ALLOWING THEM TO HURT YOU!

What about you? How do you handle insults in your own way?

There is a saying about: NEVER INSULT AN ALLIGATOR UNTIL YOU'VE CROSSED THE RIVER!

Thank you so much for reading my blog post today.

Please do share your comments, likes and feedback, and experiences to help us in dealing with insults in a more appropriate and positive way.

God bless you all.

I love you all dearly.

Elizabeth

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Life Is Still So Beautiful. Keep Your Head Up!

 Last Update: July 19, 2021

  

 

Hello, my Family and Friends!

How are you all? YOU are a gift to mankind and being a gift has the privilege to be enjoyed, cared for, and loved by its possessor... and that is the people around you.

So, I highly encourage you to think that it is only this moment that counts, This moment that matters. Dwelling on anything else is pointless.

Yesterday is gone, if not forgotten, and tomorrow is not yet here, so why waste precious time and mental energy focused on either?

What is going on right now? That is the question. And what can you do right now to make now better? Make each now better and the future will take care of itself, while the past will not matter.

And here is what you can do.

Be the ONE to show others the way to their own enlightened path and I can assure you that you will have one of the greatest moments in your entire life.

Thus, I'd like for you to look up, smile, and be encouraged. You are here and still alive and you have the opportunity to make everything around you the best of what the world can become because of you.

Breathe, relax, and know with confidence that all things will work out for you.

Thank you so much for being here with us again and with your presence, we can all come together and have all the opportunity to change our world for a much better planet.

God bless you all.

I love you dearly.

Elizabeth

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Have You Ever Flown In A Helicopter?

 Last Update: July 20, 2021

  

 

So, have you? What's really amazing about this aircraft is that it can climb straight up, hover in one spot, and dart around in different directions like a giant fly.

Unlike an airplane or glider, a helicopter has wings that move. Unlike a balloon, a helicopter is heavier than air and uses an engine to fly.

A helicopter can even take us into the depths of a volcano crater to see the sights.

Helicopters make a lot of wind and noise, don't they? They are not noted for going fast but they have a particular job to do. They hover, rescue, and protect.

Some parents are like helicopters. They hover overhead to provide constant protection for their children. You probably have seen them. Maybe you know of someone like that, your Mom, Grandmother, your sister, a friend, or even you.

They pick up all the slack for their children. They're the ones who show up in school frequently to bring the lunches, coats, homework, and projects their children forgot.

They hover overhead just waiting for an opportunity to dart in and get their children off the hook. They're a self-appointed search-and-rescue team. They're like the Ghostbusters. Do you remember them?

Why do they do this? They say it's because they love their children. They can't stand to see them hurt. Perhaps that's because when their children hurt, they hurt as well.

Yet these parents may be confused. They think that love, protection, and caring are all the same. But they are not.

These parents won't allow their children to fail. That's sad. Failure is one of the greatest learning experiences of life. When you do something wrong, it provides you with the opportunity to do it right the next time.

But helicopter parents see their children's failures as their own. They rescue because of their own needs and they feel guilty if they could not help their children in such a time.

It's interesting to note that even in the olden years we know a lot of the most successful people who used failures for some of the greatest lessons in their lives. All throughout the history of mankind people failed and used that as lessons to overcome failures and succeed after.

Just keep this thought in mind. If we rescued our children from failure now, someday they will really fail and we won't be there. And they won't know how to handle it. Let them learn now so they can be prepared later.

Let them be children but give them the opportunity to fail on their own. You can be there to guide them and show them the way but leave them to figure out the solutions and how to overcome their failures through their own efforts.

They will thank you later on.

• How do you as a parent help your child during a time of struggles?
• Do you hover overhead and rescue your children?
• Do you take the responsibility to make it right for them?

Please do share your comments, likes, feedback, and your own experiences so we too can learn from them.

Thank you so much, my WA Family for reading my blog post today, and I do greatly appreciate you and your kind support.

God bless you all.

I love you all dearly.

Elizabeth

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