C@boy on summer

C@boy is enjoying his summer, but he wants to remind you that the reason he is enjoying it so much is that he has a cool house, a cool place to sleep, and plenty of fresh, cool water.  He does not travel in the car, so he is safe there, but he would be in air conditioning if he did, and a window would be open. He asks that you do the same for your beloved pet.  This kind of heat can kill a pet very easily, especially those of a "certain age!"  Do not take your pets out in this heat if you can possibly help it.  He wants all his furry friends to be safe and cool, just like he is!

A short note to

the Supreme Court:  Thank you, thank you, thank you!  Millions of people thank you!  Now do right on marriage equality!  We are moving in the right direction! :)

Have you noticed....

It is all the same guy.

"THINGS"

do not cause deadly acts.  Symbols, people's deep seeded hatred, culture and mental health issues do.  We live in a country where there is so much talk about controlling  things.  We should focus on the root causes.  We need to examine our attitudes and challenge ourselves to stand up to jokes and comments that go against our humanity.  In the past, we have made "hate" a standard acceptable belief.  It is not!  Lots of "things" can be used to fuel this destruction.  When will we choose to respond?  What will we do next?  We need to stand up even when it is uncomfortable, and do it now!  Our society's future hangs in the balance!

The simple truth is...

that if we can stay present and seek to be happy, we cannot repeat past failure.  Sounds easy.  It isn't.  But, the good news is that we can practice, practice, and finally, practice.  I know we are not "made" to take the time to do this, but if we could start when we are young, with the help of parents who are present, that would be the ideal.  Think of all the mistakes we could avoid!  The simple fact is that we are never too old to start.  If we are in the moment, we can make good decisions.  If we seek to be happy, we can find a way.  This is something I work at a lot.  My life is finally changing because of it.  Serendipity comes my way, like it has been invited.  It has through the energy I put out.  So, join me in the "take a little time" club.  It has big payoffs.

"Go dark for dinner!"

The "Dixie" company has a new commercial.  It suggests that families put their cell phones down and away from the dinner table on Sunday's.  It shows people actually talking to each other!  Let's try it!  Let's try it every night!

OOPS!

I neglected to talk about yesterday being Father's Day.  My own father was one I seldom saw as my parents were divorced when I was 2.  He did, however leave me with a dry wit, and an ever-questioning mind.  If you are lucky enough to have a father who is present in your life, I hope you will thank him for that.  Just like families, extended members of the family can be loving father figures like my Uncle Bud was. So, be sure to show gratitude to those males who have given you guidance and have been there as a loving presence.