Thanks for all the WRITING

My eldest son looking at my new grand daughter Charlotte (4 days old).

Hello, Hello, Hello

Firstly again I would like to thank again all the wonderful people who write on their blogs and share with me. It helps - it really helps. I have changed the quote on my home page. Have a read above. I would like to add to this quote  - BLOGS - and not just books.

I am currently reading a book that I came across while reading a blog that sent me to a U Tube video on Sustainable Street Projects. I decided to read the book after seeing a short video of the author speaking. Now without that one person sharing on their blog - and I cannot even remember who or when - I would not have this wonderful book in my hands. I believe the universe wants me to read this book. And when I saw the quote that I have written above I just had to share it as it sums up exactly how I feel. I am absolutely amazed at the knowledge and the skill and the passion of this author I am currently reading and also the blogs I read that move me daily and help me get through some difficult moments. I don't write about each and every thing - who can - we would be on the computer typing our hearts out all day every day. But I do want to acknowledge and show my appreciation to authors everywhere.

Now the book is called "BLESSED UNREST - How the Largest Movement in the World Came into Being and WHY NO ONE SAW IT COMING" and is written by Paul Hawken. You can look him up on his website. This is one highly intelligent man who I find makes me think. I like being made to think. I will comment more on this book as I finish it but I would just like to point out that you all - readers and writers alike - are part of this movement. Here is a small bit taken from this book just to give you an idea of what the author is saying.

Maybe the best way to understand the future implications of the movement's daily actions is to remember Emerson's moral botany: corn seeds produce corn; justice creates justice;and kindness fosters generosity. How do we sow our seeds when large, well-intentioned institutions and intolerant ideologies that purport to be our salvation cause so much damage? One sure way is through smallness, grace, and locality. Individuals start where they stand and, in Antonio Machado's poetic dictum, make the road by walking. Thoreau insisted in Civil Disobedience that if only one man withdrew his support from an unjust government, it would begin a cycle that would reverberate and grow. For him there were no inconsequential acts, only consequential inaction: "For it matters not how small the beginning may seem to be: what is once well done is done forever."

So have a look at this authors website and have a read of the book and see where you and I fit in in this "movement".

Day 45 day of not smoking. Still going strong. I was very edgy today and 45 days ago I would have probably smoked 2 packets of cigerettes with the false belief they were making me feel better. Anyway I did it on my own. I probably drank a few extra cups of tea and ate a few extra cookies but they don't don't give me asthma and stop me from breathing and they certainly help in calming my nerves and taste a whole lot better. Nothing quite like a cup of tea and cookie. I think I will just go and get one now........

Now there is one more recommendation I would like to make and that is the DVD of the movie Parenthood with Uma Thurman. I know that the media said it was a flop but I take no notice of box office takings and media reviews. I personally liked it. I got exhausted just watching this mum and it reminded me of being a mum with children young and still at school and having a very busy and messy and lived in home. I got angry at her husband and I cried with her and with him. I wish everyone with a family like this could be given the same ending as the movie but that is not life and we have to remember that this is just a movie. But personally I think it has enough lessons and issues in it to give you and your partner something to think on. Let me know what you think if you watch it or have seen it.

On a last note I would like to say that my day was WORTHWHILE because I was breathing, I was learning, I was sharing and I was and am being honest.

Peace and love to you all,
Wendy

Just Sharing

Pearson Lookout - View from the top - Mudlo National Park Qld

Hi there Everyone

Well as you all know my daughter had her daughter on the 8th April. She has named her Charlotte Alexia (spelling?) and she is just adorable. Both Mum and daughter are doing well and Daddy is feeling very proud and protective already. The miracle of life. Simply a MIRACLE.

Lots of steps - Mudlo National Park Qld

Today is 1 month and 10 days of not smoking and I have to say that the past months have been very tough in many ways not written on this post and that I am very proud of myself for giving up the smoking while being quite stressed at times.

walking - walking - walking

Last weekend I went for a lovely bushwalk and an afternoon out with Mick. I have finally got some photos on here to show you. As soon as my daughter is home and safe and sound over the next few weeks Mick and I are taking of for a weekend in isolation somewhere. I am craving sand and salt air and mountain air so maybe a few places to get my fix.

Does this make you want to sit and have a cold beer or what - Woolooga Pub - Qld

I have just read through all the blogs I follow and caught up on some reading and again I have been touched and taught through those words shared. There is a post I would like to share - see this link - http://simple-green-frugal-co-op.blogspot.com/ - This is a very interesting post about being yourself and that we are not perfect and that it is ok not to be. Have a read and enjoy her wisdom.

THANKYOU

Wendy