I am a little more philosophical these days, though trying to get that to stick in the face of retail foibles and follies is a bit tough. I've developed what I call a 'stress shoulder' where the neck and shoulder blade muscles start to tense up when I'm at work making it painful to lift my left arm higher than my shoulder. I'm trying every day to relax it by stretching and breathing, recognizing when it shows up and taking Alleve. (Taking that for the arthritis in my hands as well because that's another thing that is flaring up more).
I'm going to post here what I did on Facebook a few days ago that was a response to it being the day before Thanksgiving and I was choosing to spend it with Devon where he was staying. It ends on a high note of family, friends and speaking from the heart.
It
is an amazing thing to have a peek into various parts of the world and
people on this page (Facebook). I don't have nearly as many friends as some but
they are scattered across the globe. What strikes me is the way various
people react to tragedy, hard times in their life and successes.
I have one acquaintance who is/has just had triple bypass surgery today and hope she has a full recovery. Another is going through some very rough emotional times and home issues. What you choose as your profile picture is a snapshot of what you wish people to see. Your thumbnail is representative of not only how you see yourself, but how you want others to see you.
For me, I am Elastigirl from The Incredibles. She fits my personality of protecting her family, being resilient to adversity and being strong yet flexible.
Others simply choose something they support, or a photo of themselves. Look at your profile pic and think about it as who you appear. Not in an actual physical way but is it the way you truly think you look like? If you are having hard times, find something that can give you some hope or a positive perspective. It does make a difference truly. I see a few pictures and think, 'they truly look like the way they sound in their posts'. This is not a judgement call but knowing what they are going through, if you see yourself downtrodden and alone, you will stay there. Gather images around you that bring your head up and looking to the better goal.
I had some pictures of myself when I was going through cancer treatment, just for the recording of it. I never posted it on facebook because it was not something I wanted to wave a flag about to say 'look at me in my ugly phase'. I chose instead a silver glitter bouncy ball and Elastigirl because that was my goal. To bounce back and be stronger than before and to continue going forward.
For those that think they need to post a picture of themselves for honesty sake, that is fine but if you truly want to try and think positive, pick a positive picture. Smile even though you may be feeling like dirt on the inside. If you have health problems, find something that gives you hope and put it up there for you to see every day.
If this is a forum for causes, socializing and change, start with yourself. You are the force of change in your life, what you have inside no one can touch.
I am exceedingly proud of my kids and what they have been through. (This is somewhat a testament to how I raised them but even then I think I failed on a few points). Despite adversity in their lives, milestones that have been missed and stumbling blocks set in their path, they show the world what they are truly made of on the inside.
I am thankful for everyone that I truly can call friends and extended family. I may not be spending tomorrow with my family all in one spot but as the song says, "You will be in my heart, always."
I have one acquaintance who is/has just had triple bypass surgery today and hope she has a full recovery. Another is going through some very rough emotional times and home issues. What you choose as your profile picture is a snapshot of what you wish people to see. Your thumbnail is representative of not only how you see yourself, but how you want others to see you.
For me, I am Elastigirl from The Incredibles. She fits my personality of protecting her family, being resilient to adversity and being strong yet flexible.
Others simply choose something they support, or a photo of themselves. Look at your profile pic and think about it as who you appear. Not in an actual physical way but is it the way you truly think you look like? If you are having hard times, find something that can give you some hope or a positive perspective. It does make a difference truly. I see a few pictures and think, 'they truly look like the way they sound in their posts'. This is not a judgement call but knowing what they are going through, if you see yourself downtrodden and alone, you will stay there. Gather images around you that bring your head up and looking to the better goal.
I had some pictures of myself when I was going through cancer treatment, just for the recording of it. I never posted it on facebook because it was not something I wanted to wave a flag about to say 'look at me in my ugly phase'. I chose instead a silver glitter bouncy ball and Elastigirl because that was my goal. To bounce back and be stronger than before and to continue going forward.
For those that think they need to post a picture of themselves for honesty sake, that is fine but if you truly want to try and think positive, pick a positive picture. Smile even though you may be feeling like dirt on the inside. If you have health problems, find something that gives you hope and put it up there for you to see every day.
If this is a forum for causes, socializing and change, start with yourself. You are the force of change in your life, what you have inside no one can touch.
I am exceedingly proud of my kids and what they have been through. (This is somewhat a testament to how I raised them but even then I think I failed on a few points). Despite adversity in their lives, milestones that have been missed and stumbling blocks set in their path, they show the world what they are truly made of on the inside.
I am thankful for everyone that I truly can call friends and extended family. I may not be spending tomorrow with my family all in one spot but as the song says, "You will be in my heart, always."
So there you have it. That was my reflections on life, being thankful and thinking positive. As much as I pitch a fit at my job, every day I am thankful that at least I have a job and hope that others find their career job they are happy to have.
Since igoogle went away I don't get my daily quotes anymore..I'll just quote from the song again.
"When destiny calls you
You must be strong
I may not be with you
But you've got to hold on
They'll see in time
I know
We'll show them together, cause...
You must be strong
I may not be with you
But you've got to hold on
They'll see in time
I know
We'll show them together, cause...
I'll be with you
I'll be there for you always
Always and always
Just look over your shoulder
Just look over your shoulder
Just look over your shoulder
I'll be there always"
I'll be there for you always
Always and always
Just look over your shoulder
Just look over your shoulder
Just look over your shoulder
I'll be there always"
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