Category Archives: gratitude

Keep your Rose-Colored Glasses on; They will help you see Clearly.

Posted on March 24, 2012 by

I teach 5 year olds.  They teach me so much more. The life lessons learned in kindergarten really do stick, (hopefully as much as the old school days of thick white paste that we once had the time to use). <pause … Continue reading →

Posted in advice, back to school, beginnings, blogs, children, classroom design, Education, Faith, gratitude, Hope, human nature, inspiration, kindergarten, raising children, relationships, Teaching, words of wisdom, work ethic | Tagged , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Natural Therapy

Posted on March 3, 2012 by

“Those who contemplate the beauty of the earth               find resources of strength                    that will endure  …as long as life lasts”   ~Rachel Carson   Have you been too busy to notice? http://1000awesomethings.com/2012/02/28/38-earth/ Related articles Rhetorical Analysis of Rachel Carson’s Silent Spring … Continue reading →

Posted in appreciation, beauty, gratitude, Harmony, Nature, Nature deficit disorder, no child left inside, outdoors, signs of life in the USA | 4 Comments

Could you do this every morning?

Posted on February 1, 2012 by

There was never a night or a problem that could defeat sunrise or hope ~ Bern Williams “I started a project last year and I still have no idea what made me want to attempt such a feat” Read about … Continue reading →

Posted in appreciation, Art, gratitude, Morning, motivation, Nature, photography | Tagged , , , | 1 Comment

Now tell me what YOU need.

Posted on January 14, 2012 by

  wisdom found on Pinterest I have everything I need.  What bothers me is what I take for granted. What have you been taking for granted?

Posted in animal adoption, animal sanctuary, Animal Shelter, appreciation, dogs, gratitude, homeless, Hope | 1 Comment

Vulnerability « justsimplybe

Posted on January 10, 2012 by

                Along with a cup of Starbucks and some ♥ yoga, via pinterest this is how I started my day:  Vulnerability « justsimplybe. How does your day begin? Related articles A Motto Worth Exploring (newlyeverything.com) … Continue reading →

Posted in adrenaline, attitude, beginnings, gratitude, Harmony, Health, inspiration, meditate, Morning, morning coffee, Nature, relaxation, Starbucks, Yoga | 1 Comment

Sometimes I Get Tired of Driving.

Posted on September 24, 2011 by

Do you ever get tired of being in the driver’s seat?  Step aside; try being the co-pilot. The road becomes smoother.

Posted in believe, Carrie Underwood, Faith, gratitude, Harmony, Heaven, Hope, inspiration, Jesus Take the Wheel, stress, words of wisdom | Leave a comment

Guest Post: “Until one has loved an animal, a part of one’s soul remains unawakened.” ~ Anatole France

Posted on August 25, 2011 by

 I first met Wendi when we formed a book club together.  We quickly became friends as we bonded over our passion for reading, but more so…our love of animals.  I am happy to call Wendi my friend. Meet Wendi’s best ♥ friend,  … Continue reading →

Posted in #pets, Animals, dogs, gratitude, inspiration, shih tzu | 3 Comments