butterfly hope

 Part of the way of coping with life's circumstances is to to focus your thoughts on something positive. This sections offers a thought to ponderevery week. After each qoute there will be a brief paragraph to expound on the qoute. The view of the writer should not suggest what your truth is, however help stimulate thought on the subject.

We encourage you think about it, then write about what it means to you in a journal. If you have a quote that you would like to e-mail to us, we will be happy to look at it and consider it for the "Thought of the week column."

January 22. 2012

It does not take heroic or great acts to change the circumstances of those who are less fortunate than you (less fortunate meaning: financially, physically, emotionally or spiritually).  Something as simple as a smile can provide hope and courage – which can initiate the spark of change. Today - smile broadly and often – to friends and strangers. The life you change may even be yours! Experience the blessings of this day! 

Janaury 15, 2012

Today the Universe/God/Source/Chance/life has given you a blank page to write your own script. What are you going to do with it?

 January 8, 2012

Change is inevitable – that is why it is important to embrace each moment with gratitude. Things will never be exactly the same as they are at this moment – many times they improve – so this moment needs to be appreciated for being a stepping stone for progress. If they go away –we need to appreciate the moment for the joy it provided.

January 1, 2012

Even on a cloudy day, the sun still rises. It may be more difficult to find – but it is still there.

December 25, 2011

The past should be a reflection of fun memories and lessons learned. It should not be used to judge – for all people can change if they learn their lessons. Sometimes we get caught up in “what was,” not what is. The value of an individual (including ourselves) lies in who they are today – who we have evolved into. The past provides wisdom and character.  

Master Jesus said to the lady caught in adultery – “Go and sin no more.” In essence he was saying the past is finished – learn from it to become a better person- your blemishes are removed.

December 18, 2011

When we are born we become artists with blank pieces of canvas – and we begin to paint. Sometimes we paint picturesque sceneries – inviting and relaxing. There are times when our strokes create stormy nights – sometimes the gray clouds are necessary to teach us about light. If we invest the effort to perfect our craft – most paintings become colorful masterpieces that create joy in our hearts – and bring pleasure to many.  

December 11, 2011

Life is a gift – every moment you live is the regeneration of the gift. Treat your life as you would the nicest gift you have ever received.

November 13, 2011

The difference between religion and spirituality is simple. Religion is man made in our attempt to form God in our image - and our ego dictates that others should believe the same way we do. Spirituality is our personal relationship with the Divine. This relationship does not need the validations of others to be true - therefore we do not feel the urge to dictate how others relate to the Divine.

November 6. 2011

Love is responsible for all the good in the world –whether it is a tall building that graces the downtown district – or a tall oak in the middle of the forest. It is the father bending over to pick the toddler up – the women sitting at the nursing home holding her aged parent’s hand. Love isn’t measure by what you receive – it is measured by what you give.

October 31, 2011  We cannot escape fear. We can only transform it into a companion that accompanies us on all our exciting adventures...Take a risk a day -- one small or bold stroke that will make you feel great once you have done it." ~ Susan Jeffers

If you alloiw it ~ your fears can set you free. By experiencing our fears we can then realize our hopes.