Gifts From Our Fathers & Ancestors

Posted on June 15, 2014 by Simple Changes

Today is Father’s Day.

While my father is no longer with us, the gifts he has given me live on in very real ways. His work ethic, his sense of humor, his love of family and his joy of story telling inspires me on a daily basis. It has influenced who I am today and to that I am very grateful.

When I think about it, all our ancestors have given us such amazing gifts – life, character, history, legacy. The lessons they have learned and the successes they achieved touches us all in profound ways whether we realize it or not.

I am excited to announce the launch of my second ebook called “Louisa’s Journey – England to Canada in 1913.”

Louisa was my maternal grandmother and this is her true story of emigrating from England to Canada in 1913. Her ability to rise above challenges and to stand up for what is right is truly inspirational. If you are interested in reading more, visit Smashwords or Amazon Kindle.

To all our ancestors and especially our fathers today, we thank you for your many gifts.

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The Purpose of Spring

Posted on June 3, 2014 by Simple Changes

Ah spring! The flowers are blooming, the birds are chirping, the air is fresh and clean. Nature is renewed again and it’s a smorgasbord of delights for our senses.

It makes me ponder on the purpose of spring.

While I see winter as a time of rest and going within; fall as a time to shed things that are no longer needed and summer a reminder to engage in carefree play, spring is a time of new growth and new life.

But it’s more than that.

Spring reminds us to take notice of all the little details around us – the colors, the scents, the sounds – it provides an opportunity to practice mindfulness each time we step out our doors.

Today, take a walk outdoors and notice the smallest details – a bug scurrying across your path, the various chirps, the tiniest new growth on trees, the multitude of shades in one color. Feel the sun or wind or rain on your face.

Then take that mindfulness with you.Continue noticing the small details throughout your day. You just may carry the delight of the season with you.

New Life
The delightful scene I found on my walk today.

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