The Umbrella Everyone Forgot
There's always one umbrella.
The one left behind in the office corner.
By the door. In someone's car.
Forgotten — until it rains again.
It's never the newest one.
Usually a little bent, a bit faded.
But when the sky break
"Happy people focus on what they have, while unhappy people focus on what's missing."
The profound difference between enduring contentment and perpetual dissatisfaction lies entirely in the direction of one's gaze. Happy people focus on what they hav
There are many paths you take in life. Some you can choose, some are chosen for you.
Learning to focus on what truly matters, and ignore the rest, is a direct route to serenity as cultivating inner peace requires a conscious decision to invest our at
Life may not be the party we hoped for... but while we're here we may as well dance!
(Jeanne C. Stein)
Life isn't always the extravagant celebration we envisioned in our youthful dreams. The shimmering promises of effortless joy, the anticipated sym
It's happening, again...
The whitening begins...
The bridge to winter...
The fog of fall..
"Your silence didn't mean you had nothing to say, it mean you were protecting your peace!"
Choosing silence in the face of conflict or negativity is often seen as a sign of weakness or an inability to respond, but it is, in fact, a powerful act of se
"We really on borrowed time. Choose people that choose you, and let everyone else be."
Life is a precious and fleeting gift, a journey on borrowed time that reminds us to cherish what truly matters. In this limited span, our energy and love are the m
"Sometimes people can't see what is wrong in their actions because they are surrounded by those who made it feel normal." (Toby Mac)
It's a powerful and often sobering truth that our perception of right and wrong is deeply shaped by our environment.
"You'll end up disappointed if you think people will do for you as you do for them. Unfortunately, not everyone has the same heart as you."
It's a lesson many of us learn through quiet heartache: the inherent disappointment that can arise when we exp
"You can remove someone from your life and still truly want what's best for them. Just because there is a distance or detachment, it doesnt mean hate has to fill that space."
(Morgan Richard Olivier)
Sometimes, for our own peace or well-being, we hav
Offering of Greetings
"On my walking path, I often see elderly grandmothers and grandfathers walking alone.
Whenever I greet them, they respond with
bright, cheerful smiles.
There’s not a single exception.
Their smiles make me smile in turn.
Even on
My garden of flowers
is also my garden
of thoughts and dreams.
The thoughts grow
as freely as the flowers,
and the dreams are as beautiful.
~*~ Abram L. Urban ~*~
Your garden reflects your soul—a vibrant space where thoughts blossom freely and d
"Before you speak let your words pass through three gates: Is it true? Is it necessary?"
The power of words is immense; they can build bridges or shatter hearts, inspire hope or sow discord.
Before allowing words to escape your lips, consider them c
"Take time to rest and forget the stress."
In our relentlessly busy world, the sacred act of rest is often forgotten, yet it's the very cornerstone of a flourishing life.
Taking time to gently disconnect from the relentless demands of daily life—to qu
Some people walk through life like ghosts in their own story—present but invisible, surrounded yet unseen. They smile when expected, nod politely, go through the motions, all while quietly aching for someone—anyone—to notice that they're not okay.
No
"There’s no prize for racing through life. Slow down. Feel the breeze. Taste your food. Laugh with someone you love.
Slow doesn’t always ‘win the race,’ but it feels a lot more joy."
In a world that often celebrates speed and constant hustle, it’s i
As we journey through the unpredictable maze of life, we encounter challenges that can shake us to our core, threatening to dim the light within us. In these moments of adversity, it's tempting to withdraw, to let despair cast a shadow over our spir
"Out of difficulties come miracles! Stay hopeful."
Life's journey is not always a smooth, easy path; it's often a winding road filled with unexpected challenges and seemingly insurmountable obstacles. Yet, within these difficulties lie the seeds of m
"Some people talk to you in their free time and some people free their time to talk to you. Know the difference!"
The measure of our connections are not merely in the moments shared, but in the intention behind them.
Some offer conversation as a fleet
