Two things are infinite: the universe and human stupidity; and I'm not sure about the universe. - Albert Einstein
I have come across this quote often over the years and passed it by in favor of more upbeat, positive choices. Now I think it's time has come. It appears the world has completely taken leave of it's collective senses. I can't imagine, nor do I want to know, what goes through people's minds when they commit such atrocities as we have seen recently.
Human beings are blessed with the ability to think and reason, and the capacity to feel empathy and compassion. We also have been taught the difference between right and wrong and good and evil. Yet there is so much anger and hate brewing around the world now, and groups that continue to perpetuate feelings of ill will and violence.
I say it is time we get over ourselves and quit labeling and categorizing people and stop promoting violence against them. Whether your life matters shouldn't depend on what color you are, what restroom you use or what you do for a living.
We should just live our lives and tend to our own business and let others tend to theirs. I still believe mankind as a whole is good, but looking at recent events I'd say there are more than a few tainted apples in the barrel.
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Thursday, July 14, 2016
Monday, July 4, 2016
What was I Thinking?
We are what we think...
All that we are arises with our thoughts. With our thoughts, we make our world. -Buddha
Often we find pearls of wisdom from many different people and cultures. When I first read this I wasn't sure that I agreed with Buddha's statement. We don't always act on what we are thinking, and thankfully so or many of us would be in a world of trouble.
However, I believe there is some truth here, and most certainly something to be taken away from this quote.
On the negative side, too often we are hit with "What was I thinking" so we should guard our thoughts and be aware when what we are thinking is something with which we would not want make our world.
The converse is also true, and if our consciousness is filled with good, kind and loving thoughts, we can indeed make a better world for ourselves.
Have a safe and happy Fourth of July, everyone!
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All that we are arises with our thoughts. With our thoughts, we make our world. -Buddha
Often we find pearls of wisdom from many different people and cultures. When I first read this I wasn't sure that I agreed with Buddha's statement. We don't always act on what we are thinking, and thankfully so or many of us would be in a world of trouble.
However, I believe there is some truth here, and most certainly something to be taken away from this quote.
On the negative side, too often we are hit with "What was I thinking" so we should guard our thoughts and be aware when what we are thinking is something with which we would not want make our world.
The converse is also true, and if our consciousness is filled with good, kind and loving thoughts, we can indeed make a better world for ourselves.
Have a safe and happy Fourth of July, everyone!
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Monday, June 6, 2016
Some Things Never Change
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The real things haven't changed. It is still best to be honest and truthful; to make the most of what we have; to be happy with simple pleasures; and to have courage when things go wrong.
- Laura Ingalls WilderWe laugh, love and dream and if we treat people well, look forward to each day with thanks and accept the ups and downs with grace, then we are pretty much living as many generations before us have lived.
Let's take a little time today and look around at what's really important in our lives and how we present ourselves to others.
I have fallen off the blogging wagon lately. I've been somewhat uninspired and out of focus on writing, or maybe just plain lazy. I would like to change things up a bit here at Roses to Rainbows, but haven't come to any conclusions thus far on what that might be. Thoughts, comments and suggestions are welcome!
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Wednesday, May 18, 2016
Just Thinking
I would say these pelicans have got that down pat.
They are living out their days at the Suncoast Seabird Sanctuary in Indian Shores on the Gulf Coast of Florida.
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Monday, May 9, 2016
Moments
We do not remember days, we remember moments. - Cesare Pavese
Not all of my moments are preserved in pictures although it is much easier now, in this digital age, to pull out my phone and snap a picture.
Here are a few:
This is a huge Live Oak in St. Augustine just across from the lighthouse. It is magnificent. It would have been nice to have that in my back yard when I was a kid (read tomboy). I loved to climb trees.
A close up of Rosie after devouring his birthday present at his Sweet Sixteen party. Details here. Miss you buddy!
This is one of the best pictures I have of Dood. He never seemed interested in the cat tree. That was always Sophie's domain. Until one day when he decided to venture up to the second perch right next to the window. I miss you too, Dood!
What's better than a beautiful sunset at the beach? We were vacationing with friends and this was our bon voyage gift from the beach.
They are more than just moments, they are precious memories. The days go by...the moments remain.
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