Everyone knows who Koko the gorilla that speaks sign language is. For her birthday one year, she signed to her teacher that she wanted a kitten. Koko's teacher wasn't surprised, as Koko's two favorite books were about cats. They adopted one from an abandoned litter and Koko showed it tender care and gentleness. Thanks to Don for sending me an email … [Read more...] about Why Can’t We Be Friends?
On the peaceful side
Come Monday….
Good morning and welcome to your Monday. Hoping you got to enjoy your extra hour of evening sunlight yesterday, and perhaps even leaned into a little unplugging on Saturday. I found it rather easy to unplug, as did Mitch, although admittedly, during the first couple of hours of Saturday we did have to stop ourselves from looking a few things up on Google as well as in our … [Read more...] about Come Monday….
Can You Unplug?
In order to try to lean into what is being called a digital Sabbath, or more formally a National Day of Unplugging, I will be limiting my time spent on my computer, my tablet and my cell phone today. The Sabbath Manifesto is a creative project designed to slow down lives in an increasingly hectic world. I am all over slowing down so I will make this my one computer visit of … [Read more...] about Can You Unplug?
Looking up and Springing Forward
"You'll never find a rainbow if you are looking down." --Charlie Chaplin Here in South Florida, it rained all night. I am heading out shortly, not only for some fitness and peace, but also to find rainbows. Happy Friday to all. Remember, tomorrow night we spring ahead. … [Read more...] about Looking up and Springing Forward
All Creatures Big and Small
"Whether they belong to more evolved species like humans, or to simpler ones such as animals, all beings primarily seek peace, comfort, and security. Life is as dear to the mute animal as it is to any human being. Even the simplest insect strives for protection from dangers that threaten its life. Just as each one of us wants to live and does not wish to die, so it is with … [Read more...] about All Creatures Big and Small