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Gratitude breaks the spell of Writers Block
Staring at a blank page is like staring into a snowfield. The snow, untouched by civilization and unmarked by living creatures, blinds you for a few minutes, it glistens reflecting subtle shades of pure white and rainbows at odd angles. If you stare at the snow too long, you get lost in the interplay of light and shadow.

As the day wears on, you become awestruck at the beauty of the snow's perfection. You marvel at the way an oak tree cast its ebony shadow across the pure white snow. You watch the tree's shadow change, grow and shrink, as Earth turns and the sun moves from morning to evening. If you stand out in the snow too long without moving, you risk snow bite or freezing.

If you are fortunate, a red fox will walk across your line of sight. The fox will leave his footprints written in the snowfield. As you watch the fox move, the spell holding you in one spot staring at the snow is broken. You are free to go inside out of the cold and out of danger.


I must say,
writing 500 words a day
isn't difficult,
unless I'm attempting to write
on a single subject.

On Monday, October 28, 2013, I began posting my weekly goals at "Weekly Goals" . On Tuesday, October 29, 2013 I began keeping track of may accomplished goals in this journal.

"O SON OF BEING! Bring thyself to account each day ere thou art summoned to a reckoning;
for death, unheralded, shall come upon thee and thou shalt be called to give account for thy deeds."
Bah'u'll'h The Hidden Words of Bah'u'll'h, Part I.'From the Arabic, #31, page 11

'Heinlein's Rules for Writers

         Rule One: You Must Write
         Rule Two: Finish What Your Start
         Rule Three: You Must Refrain From Rewriting, Except to Editorial Order
         Rule Four: You Must Put Your Story on the Market
         Rule Five: You Must Keep it on the Market until it has Sold'
Robert A. Heinlein

It is enjoined upon every one of you to engage in some form of occupation, such as crafts, trades and the like. We have graciously exalted your engagement in such work to the rank of worship unto God, the True One. Ponder ye in your hearts the grace and the blessings of God and render thanks unto Him at eventide and at dawn. Waste not your time in idleness and sloth. Occupy yourselves with that which profiteth yourselves and others. Thus hath it been decreed in this Tablet from whose horizon the day-star of wisdom and utterance shineth resplendent.
Baha'u'llah, Tablets of Baha'u'llah Revealed After the Kitab-i-Aqdas, Pages 21-29: gr 32

I changed the way I did entries in this book several times. Beginning on March 21, 2018 the entries will cover the topics of spiritual, inspirational, and religions. However, the genres it will be under are Women's, Inspirational, and Spiritual with a tag of Religious.
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June 1, 2021 at 11:48am
June 1, 2021 at 11:48am
#1011097
Fidal (Grace) 17 ʻAẓamat (Grandeur) 178 B.E. - Tuesday, June 1, 2021


June sings a beautiful tune,
Under the Strawberry moon,
As its winds blow through
Gardens of honeysuckles and lavender.

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Inhale the fragrance of mercy,
From the Pen of God's Glory,
A new day has dawned.

Istijlal (Majesty) 19 ʻAẓamat (Grandeur) 178 B.E. - Thursday, June 3, 2021

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Read the word of God
In the morning and at night
Pray and meditate
Know God's Kingdom is under construction

Kamal (Perfection) 4 Nur (Light) 178 B.E. - Monday, June 7, 2021

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Eating cherries with pits still in,
careful don't swallow
the pits.


Jamal (Beauty) 4 Nur (Light) 178 B.E. - Sunday, June 13, 2021


Time Warp

Ancient black cat
Time curls around itself
And falls asleep
May 27, 2021 at 11:02am
May 27, 2021 at 11:02am
#1010874
Istiiqlal (Majesty) 11 ʻAẓamat (Grandeur) 178 B.E. - Thursday, May 27, 2021


On the last Thankful Thursday in May 2021,
         I am thankful ...
                   *BulletV* ...for the merit badges I received between May 20-26.
Merit Badge in World of Ryzer [Click For More Info] Hello Writing.Com Friend, Thank you for making my 13th account anniversary a special day for me. Writing.Com is such a unique place. Where on the internet is there a site that connects the whole world, where the owner sends you a personal greeting, and where everyone is just so nice? I hope we can all be here for a much much longer time. On to more writing for many more years. Annette Merit Badge in WDC Media Prompt [Click For More Info] Thank you for your participation in the 48-HOUR CHALLENGE: " Way Less Sad by AJR " Media Prompt hosted by [Link To User support] April 2021! We appreciate that you tackled this challenge... *^*Smile*^* *^*Thumbsupl*^*

                   *BulletV* ...that I completed 52 weeks of "Promptly Poetry Challenge (2023-2024)" .
                   *BulletV* ...for fresh brewed black coffee.
                   *BulletV* ...that my Bank of America checking account isn't overdrawn.
                   *BulletV* ...for the slice of chocolate pound cake to go with my coffee.
                   *BulletV* ...that I was able to receive assistance to pay my electric bill.
                   *BulletV* ...for Baha'u'llah.
                   *BulletV* ...that I have finished 25 of the 100 poems I'm writing for the centenary of the Ascension of 'Abdu'l-Baha.
May 20, 2021 at 11:17am
May 20, 2021 at 11:17am
#1010480
Istijlal (Majesty) 5 ʻAẓamat (Grandeur) 178 B.E. - Thursday, May 20, 2021


On the third Thankful Thursday in May 2021,
         I'm thankful ...
                   *BulletV* ...that I have completed 22 if the 100 poems I'm writing for the centenary of the Ascension of 'Abdu'l-Baha.
                   *BulletV* ...for the fresh brewed coffee I had for breakfast this morning.
                   *BulletV* ...that my Bank of America checking account is not overdrawn today.
May 6, 2021 at 12:38pm
May 6, 2021 at 12:38pm
#1009767
Istijlal (Majesty) 10 Jamal (Beauty) 178 B.E. - Thursday, April 6, 2021

On the first Thankful Thursday in May 2021,
         I am thankful ...
                   *BulletV* ...for the merit badges I received between 4/29/21-5/5/21.
Merit Badge in Season of Writing [Click For More Info] Hello! Congratulations on winning Mystery Box One at the Coffee Perks Auction & Raffle. Your support of the activity and community is such a great thing and here you are with a special reward on top of it! Annette Merit Badge in Reviewing [Click For More Info] Ranked # 4 Public Reviewer for the month of March 2021 . For more details, please see [Link To Item #614925] . Merit Badge in Reviewing [Click For More Info] Ranked # 4 Public Reviewer for the month of April 2021 . For more details, please see [Link To Item #614925] .

                   *BulletV* ...that my Bank of America Checking account isn't overdrawn.
                   *BulletV* ...for the Oreo cookies I had with my coffee this forming.
                   *BulletV* ...for the hat fresh brew coffee I had this morning.
May 2, 2021 at 5:10pm
May 2, 2021 at 5:10pm
#1009544
Jalal (Glory) 5 Jamal (Beauty) 178 B.E. - Saturday, April 1, 2021

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Happy 12th Day of Ridvan.

Jamal (Beauty) 6 Jamal (Beauty) 178 B.E. - Sunday, April 2, 2021

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One week until Mother's Day.

Kamal (Perfection) 7 Jamal (Beauty) 178 B.E. - Monday, April 3, 2021

Have a happy
and joyful May.

Jalal (Glory) 7 ʻAẓamat (Grandeur) 178 B.E. - Saturday, May 22, 2021

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Beautiful morning
My neighborhood is peaceful
Happy Saturday

Kamal (Perfection) 9 ʻAẓamat (Grandeur) 178 B.E. - Monday, May 24, 2021

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I am blessed everyday
by reading the Word of God
revealed through the writings
of The Bab, Baha'u'llah, and 'Abdu'l-Baha.

Istiiqlal (Majesty) 11 ʻAẓamat (Grandeur) 178 B.E. - Thursday, May 27, 2021

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Happy Thankful Thursday.
I am thankful for
Baha'u'llah.

Jamal (Beauty) 13 ʻAẓamat (Grandeur) 178 B.E. - Sunday, May 30, 2021

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The most joyous day of my life
occurred the day
I declared my faith in Baha'u'llah.

Kamal (Perfection) 14 ʻAẓamat (Grandeur) 178 B.E. - Monday, May 31, 2021

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How many people remember putting salt and/or pepper on their watermelon before eating it?
April 29, 2021 at 2:44pm
April 29, 2021 at 2:44pm
#1009366
Istiqlal (Majesty) 3 Jamal (Beauty) 178 B.E. - Thursday, April 29, 2021


On the last Thankful Thursday in April 2021,
         I am thankful...
                   *BulletV* ...that "April: National Poetry Writing Month"  was featured in "Spiritual Newsletter (April 28, 2021)" .
                   *BulletV* ...for fresh brewed black coffee.
                   *BulletV* ...that I was able to order a new smartphone from Consumer Cellar.
                   *BulletV* ...for the chocolate ice cream cone I had for my afternoon snack.
                   *BulletV* ...that my Bank of America checking account isn't overdrawn today.
                   *BulletV* ...for YouTube because I can access Baha'i songs and talks on my tablet.
April 22, 2021 at 1:44pm
April 22, 2021 at 1:44pm
#1008968
Istijlal (Majesty) 14 Jalal (Glory) 178 B.E. - Thursday, April 22, 2021


On the fourth Thankful Thursday in April 2021,
         In am thankful ...
                   *BulletV* ...for the merit badge I received this last week.
Merit Badge in Lucky Limerick [Click For More Info] Congratulations on completing every month of [Link To Item #2109126] since it started! This exclusive merit badge is a gift from [Link To User schnujo] and is the fifth of five that she so generously purchased in celebration of your achievement! Well done!

                   *BulletV* ...that my Bank of America checking account is not overdrawn today.
                   *BulletV* ...for the fresh brewed black coffee I had on this beautiful spring morning.
                   *BulletV* ...that I am this months winner in "Stormy's poetry newsletter & contest"  with "Dreams of Sparrows" .
                   *BulletV* ...for the chocolate chip cookies I had to go with my coffee this morning.
                   *BulletV* ...that I have internet access, because I can read positive news stories on Bahá’í World News Service  , which is The official news source of the worldwide Bahá’í community.
                   *BulletV* ...for the sweet home brewed iced tea I had for my lunch today.
                   *BulletV* ...that I was able to read Bahai.org: International website sees major redesign on 25th year since launch  . I will be exploring the new website over the next few weeks.
April 15, 2021 at 1:23pm
April 15, 2021 at 1:23pm
#1008563
Istijlal (Majesty) 8 Jalal (Glory) 178 B.E. - Thursday, April 15, 2021

My Serenity journal has been an educations and has made me more appreciative of the Universal House of Justice (the world governing body of the Baha'i Faith. The Serenity Journal has sever different Bible verse from numerous translations of the Christian scriptures. At first, these translations appear extremely different from each other; although, if you compare the translation with the verse from the King James Translation of the Bible you can see that how the verse is a loose translation of the Holy Bible. I still wonder how authentic the translations are, but I can see there are similarities to the original King James Version.


The Universal House of Justice oversees and authenticates the translations of the Baha'i scriptures from the original Persian and Arabic that they were revealed in. Translations that have not been authenticated by the Universal House of Justice are referred to as provisional translation. For me, this is helpful when it comes to reading the scriptures. I can still read and mediation on the provisional translations knowing that their may be some slight changes when they are authenticated.


On the third Thankful Thursday in April 2021,
         I am grateful ...
                   *BulletV* ...for Merit badges received between 4/8/21-4/14/21.

Merit Badge in Welcome To My Reality [Click For More Info] Your final gift of this packaged merit badge gift and is a gift from [Link To User schnujo] . Enjoy! *^*Smile*^* Merit Badge in Accuracy [Click For More Info] For openness of mind and encouragement of the writing community.

                   *BulletV* ...that I have a ZTE Tablet because I can access YouTube videos while I am working on the computer.
                   *BulletV* ...for fresh brewed black coffee on this beautiful spring morning.
                   *BulletV* ...that my Bank of America checking account is not overdrawn today.
                   *BulletV* ...for the chicken wings and baked potatoes I had for lunch today.
                   *BulletV* ...that the official copy of my birth certificate came today.
April 8, 2021 at 12:25pm
April 8, 2021 at 12:25pm
#1008037
Istijlal (Majesty) 1 Jalal (Glory) 178 B.E. - Thursday, April 8, 2021
Feast of Glory

On the Second Thankful Thursday in April 2021,
         I am grateful ...
                   *BulletV* ...for the merit badges I received between 4/2/21-4/8/21.

Merit Badge in Thankful Poetry Contest [Click For More Info] Congratulations on completing every month of [Link To Item #2109126] since it started! This exclusive merit badge is a gift from [Link To User schnujo] and is the forth of five that she so generously purchased in celebration of your achievement! Well done! Merit Badge in The Light From Within [Click For More Info] *^*Trophyg*^*CONGRATULATIONS *^*Trophyg*^* to all the participates in the challenge to complete all 4 years of [Link To Item #2109126] wants to celebrate your accomplishments with a trilogy package from [Link To Item #1742964] and [Link To Item #2229244] This is #3 of 3 MB's. You are an AMAZING group of people and writers. Here's to you, with a big thank you from [Link To User schnujo] ! *^*Heart*^*

                    *BulletV* ...that my Bank of America checking account is not overdrawn.
                    *BulletV* ...for fresh brewed hot coffee on this beautiful spring morning.
                    *BulletV* ...that I was able to pay the power bill today through my banks bill pay.
                    *BulletV* ...for the chocolate covered doughnut I had to go with my coffee.
                    *BulletV* ...that with everything going on today, I got a blog entry and a poem completed.
April 3, 2021 at 4:49pm
April 3, 2021 at 4:49pm
#1007691
Jalal (Glory) 15 Baha (Splendor) 178 B.E. - Saturday, April 3, 2021


I found a quote
my muse can't use,
but doesn't want to discard.

I'll keep it filed
for the future
to prompt a meditation.

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Make it a good day
and take a moment to pray
for world peace and unity.

Kamal (Perfection) 16 Baha (Splendor) 178 B.E. - Monday, April 5, 2021

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Looking forward to Ridvan,
to celebrating Baha'u'llah's Declaration
to proclaiming the Abha Beauty

Fidal (Grace) 17 Baha (Splendor) 178 B.E. - Tuesday, April 6, 2021

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A beautiful day
In Las Vegas, Nevada
The birds are singing

Idal (Justice) 18 Baha (Splendor) 178 B.E. - Wednesday, April 7, 2021

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Joyful spring morning
birds express their gratitude
singing happily.

Fidal (Grace) 6 Jalal (Glory) 178 B.E. - Tuesday, April 13, 2021

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Cottonwood trees shade
Lilac bushes and green grass
Raindrops keep falling

Nightingales warbling
Their songs reverberating
Throughout the forest

Idal (Justice) 7 Jalal (Glory) 178 B.E. - Wednesday, April 14, 2021

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Joy is knowing God,
Answers prayers in many ways
We have to keep our eyes open
For the answers.

Idal (Justice) 13 Jalal (Glory) 178 B.E. - Wednesday, April 21, 2021

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I contemplate the pain
in my left...
or is it my right knee?
Sometimes,
the pain moves.
I think to find a more comfortable position.

Fidal (Grace) 1 Jamal (Beauty) 178 B.E. - Tuesday, April 27, 2021
Feast of Jamal

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One heart at a time
the world is gathering
beneath the Tree of Life.
April 1, 2021 at 11:42am
April 1, 2021 at 11:42am
#1007520
Istijlal (Majesty) 13 Baha (Splendor) 178 B.E. - Thursday, April 1, 2021

On the first Thankful Thursday in April 2021,
         I am grateful ...
                   *BulletV* ...for the merit badges I received between 3/26/21-4/1/21.

Merit Badge in Reviewing [Click For More Info] Ranked # 5 Public Reviewer for the month of February 2021 . For more details, please see [Link To Item #614925] . Merit Badge in Monthly Poetry Contest [Click For More Info] A gift from [Link To User schnujo] Enjoy *^*Heart*^* Merit Badge in Space Blog Merit Badge [Click For More Info] Space Blog Blogger of the month, March 2021.

                   *BulletV* ...that my Bank of America checking account is not overdrawn today.
                   *BulletV* ...that I have all the music picked out for the Feast of Glory.
                   *BulletV* ...for the banana I had with my coffee on Wednesday morning.
                   *BulletV* ...that I was able to listen to the audio reading of "One Common Faith" https://www.bahaiblog.net/2021/03/one-common-faith-audio-reading/#more-66607.
                   *BulletV* ...for fresh brewed hot coffee on this beautiful spring morning.
                   *BulletV* ...that "Your Honor, the dog innocent"  was featured in "Comedy Newsletter (March 31, 2021)" .
                   *BulletV* ...for the coffee cake to go with my coffee this morning.
                   *BulletV* ...that "No Easter Bunny"  was featured in "Fantasy Newsletter (March 31, 2021)" .
                   *BulletV* ...for the chicken tenders and fries I had for lunch,
                   *BulletV* ...that "On Alexander Pope's The Universal Prayer"  was featured in "Spiritual Newsletter (March 31, 2021)" .
                   *BulletV* ...for the 14 poems Ive written to 'Abdu'l-Baha for the Centenary of His Ascension.
                   *BulletV* ...that I discovered the following quote posted on Facebook from one of the groups I'm a member of.

"The Messengers who are alluded to in the Baha'i authoritative texts as being 'Manifestations' are Adam, Noah, Hud, Salih, Krishna, Moses, Abraham, Zoroaster, Buddha, Jesus, Muhammad, the Bab, and Baha'u'llah. This list is not intended to be a definitive or complete list of the Manifestations. The Baha'i Writings observe that entire cycles of Manifestations are lost to the collective memory of man, and all evidence of Their Dispensations has been entirely eradicated. However, in the Baha'i texts are cogent discussions about the distinctions between Manifestations and the 'minor prophets.'
" 'Abdu'l-Baha notes that the independent Manifestations of universal prophethood are like the sun, while lesser prophets are like the moons reflecting the power of the Manifestation. Thus Moses was a Manifestation of God while his brother Aaron was a minor prophet. Stated another way, where Moses spoke on behalf of God [a revelation direct from God], Aaron spoke on behalf of Moses."
John Hatcher1


Footnotes
1  The Face of God Among Us, p,97
March 25, 2021 at 3:07pm
March 25, 2021 at 3:07pm
#1007051
Istijlal (Majesty) 6 Baha (Splendor) 178 B.E. - Thursday, March 25, 2021


On the last Thankful Thursday in March 2021,
         I am thankful ...
                   *BulletV* ...for fresh brewed black coffee on this chilly spring morning.
                   *BulletV* ...that I was able to attend the Naw-Ruz celebration on Saturday, March 20.
                   *BulletV* ...for the awardcon I received for "Celebrating Spring" .
                   *BulletV* ...that my Bank of America checking account is not overdrawn today.
                   *BulletV* ...for the awardcon I received for "On Alexander Pope's The Universal Prayer" .
                   *BulletV* ...that I have all the reading picked out for the Feast of Jalal (Glory) on the evening of April 7.
                   *BulletV* ...for the chocolate pound cake I had to go with my coffee this morning.
                   *BulletV* ...that I had peanut butter and grape jelly sandwiches for supper.
March 21, 2021 at 8:34pm
March 21, 2021 at 8:34pm
#1006840
Jamal (Beauty) 2 Baha (Splendor) 178 B.E. - Sunday, March 21, 2021


Day 1 - Emotions: Look for what’s good
We considered things to be grateful for. You wrote:
"Today I am grateful for the Revelation of Baha'u'llah because He revealed prayers that calm me when I am under stress."

Day 2 – Awareness: Live Life Mindfully
We looked at ways to be more present. You wrote:
"I will be more present as I say each prayer today . I will focus on the words and let them flow through my mind."

Day 3 – Relating: Connect with people
We asked you to strengthen a relationship. You wrote:
"I will strengthen the relationship with my sister by saying a prayer for her and calling her this afternoon."

Day 4 – Exercising: Take care of your body
We asked you to plan some activity in your day. You wrote:
"I will get up, walk through the house, and go to the door to see what's going on in the neighborhood every time I stop writing to say a prayer."

Day 5 – Acceptance: Be comfortable with who you are
We asked what you would say to a friend who was being hard on themselves, and if you could offer yourself the same advice. You wrote:
"Look at what you could have done better or should have done. Resolve to take that action in the future. I you think you owe someone an apology, apologize."

Day 6 – Giving: Do things for others.
We asked you to plan an act of kindness. You wrote:
"Do the dishes for my roommate, who usually washes them."

Day 7 – Trying out: Keep learning new things
We considered doing something different. You wrote:
"I'm going to listen to songs on YouTube."

Day 8 – Resilience: Find ways to bounce back
We looked at ways to respond constructively to adversity. You wrote:
"Let go of any problem or issues that comes up by pausing and saying a prayer to place the situation in God's hands."

Day 9 – Direction: Have goals to look forward to
We encouraged you to identify a goal and your next step towards it. You wrote:
"I am excited about Naw-Ruz. My next step is to finish the 100 poem I'm dedicating to 'Abdu'-Baha by November 28, 2021."

Day 10 – Meaning: Be part of something bigger
We asked what you’ll do to feel part of something bigger. You wrote:
"I will join my friends in celebrating Holy Days."
March 20, 2021 at 11:17am
March 20, 2021 at 11:17am
#1006750
Jalal (Glory) 1 Baha (Splendor) 178 B.E. - Saturday, March 20, 2021
Naw-Ruz and Feast of Baha

Feeling like you're part of something bigger than yourself brings a sense of meaning to life. We can all make a difference to something or someone else. It can also help us get our daily worries and problems into perspective.

Here are a few simple ways to help you feel more connected and purposeful. Try one of these or come up with your own...

Collect together photos of people and things that are meaningful to you. This is a good idea, if one has photo; however, most of my photos were given to my siblings when I downsized. As for collecting anything else, at my age the only things I collect are my own poems that I transpose to books I have on writing.com.

Do something to contribute to a cause you care about. I do this every month.

Volunteer your time (there are ways to do this virtually too). At 74, volunteering virtually is my only option. Last night I volunteered to pick out the reading for the Feast of Jamal (Glory). I will pick them and the videos out and e-mail everything to the person in charge of posting them for the next feast.

Spend time in nature or a place that inspires you. I can look out my front door to be inspired by nature in my neighborhood.

Create something, like a piece of art or music. I'm writing 100 poem for the centenary commemoration the the Ascension of 'Abdu'l-Baha.

Help someone. Anyone. My housemate is the person that I help the most.

What will you do to feel part of something bigger?

I will join my friends in celebrating Holy Days.

***

This was an interesting and educational ten day exercise. Some of it I thought pertained to me and some of it didn't. I enjoyed most of it, and I responded to all of the prompts.
March 19, 2021 at 11:59am
March 19, 2021 at 11:59am
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Istqjlal (Independence) 19 Ala (Loftiness) 177 B.E. - Friday, March 19, 2021

Ten Days of Happiness:
Day 9

Having a goal that you’re excited about can help you feel more motivated and purposeful. And guess what? It doesn’t have to be complicated. It could just be a simple plan for something you're looking forward to, like catching up with an old friend.

Whether your goal is big, like completing a project, or small, like taking 5 minutes to relax, it can bring a sense of purpose and help you feel more satisfied.

What goal are you excited about and what’s your next step towards it?

I am excited about Naw-Ruz. My next step is to finish the 100 poem I'm dedicating to 'Abdu'-Baha by November 28, 2021.
March 18, 2021 at 12:43pm
March 18, 2021 at 12:43pm
#1006611
Istijlal (Majesty) 18 Ala (Loftiness) 177 B.E. - Thursday, March 18, 2021

Ten Days of Happiness:
Day 8

It’s OK not to be OK. Everyone faces adversity in their lives and it's completely normal.

When faced with a difficult situation, you have a choice about how you respond. You can let it bring you down, or you can do something to help you overcome it. This is called resilience.

Think of something that’s causing you stress at the moment. Here are some ideas to help you bounce back. Plan to do one of these today or come up with your own:

A problem shared is a problem halved. Call a friend or family member and talk about what’s going on. A problem shared my be halved only if you can share it with your family without being given unasked for advice. Sharing with friends is sometimes easier than sharing with family. I find that it's better to take my problems to Baha'u'llah, meditate on the solutions, and act on the solution I come to.

Reframe the situation. Look for a way to see this as an opportunity and respond constructively to it. Any situation, problem, or issue is either an opportunity and/or a tests. If at first I don't dealt with it, I will have to face it again.

Shift your perspective by doing something that brings you joy, like exercising, reading or listening to music. I listened to the music accompanying a prayer Lakota Suit prayer. The music and prayer helped change my perspective by making me smile.


What will you do to be more resilient today?

Let go of any problem or issues that comes up by pausing and saying a prayer to place the situation in God's hands.

March 18, 2021 at 12:13pm
March 18, 2021 at 12:13pm
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Istijlal (Majesty) 18 Ala (Loftiness) 177 B.E. - Thursday, March 18, 2021


On the third Thankful Thursday in March 2021,
         I am grateful ...
                   *BulletV* ...that Deb Haaland was confirmed as Secretary of the Interior.
                   *BulletV* ...for the Sunday School or Vacation Bible School teacher who couldn't answer my question, because it encouraged my search for a spiritual path that could answer my question.
                   *BulletV* ...that my poems "Waiting for the Vernal Equinox"  and "Vernal Equinox"  were featured in "Mystery Newsletter (March 17, 2021)" .
                   *BulletV* ...for the merit badge I received this week.
Merit Badge in Lighthouse Celebration [Click For More Info] *^*Trophyg*^* CONGRATULATIONS *^*Trophyg*^* to all the participates in the challenge to complete all 4 years of [Link To Item #2109126] wants to celebrate your accomplishments with a trilogy package from [Link To Item #1742964] and [Link To Item #2229244] This is #2 of 3 MB's. You are an AMAZING group of people and writers. Here's to you, with a big thank you from [Link To User schnujo] ! *^*Heart*^* Merit Badge in Celtic Spirit [Click For More Info] Happy St.Pattrick's Day to ya! May good luck and fortune smile upon you all day long! Merit Badge in Sleepy Monkey [Click For More Info] Congratulations on completing every month of [Link To Item #2109126] since it started! This exclusive merit badge is a gift from [Link To User schnujo] and is the third of five that she so generously purchased in celebration of your achievement! Well done!

                   *BulletV* ...that I had corned beef and cabbage for dinner on St. Patrick's Day.
                   *BulletV* ...for fresh brewed hot coffee on this chilly and cloudy late winter morning.
                   *BulletV* ...that my Bank of America checking account isn't overdrawn today.
                   *BulletV* ...for the chocolate swirl cake I had with my coffee this morning.
                   *BulletV* ...that I've been able to find a response to all the prompts for "30-Day Blogging Challenge ON HIATUS" , so far this month.
March 17, 2021 at 1:03pm
March 17, 2021 at 1:03pm
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Idal (Justice) 17 Ala (Loftiness) 177 B.E. - Wednesday, March 17, 2021

Ten Days of Happiness:
Day 7

Trying new things can boost our confidence and bring a sense of achievement. But if lots of things are changing around us, it can feel overwhelming too.

So if you haven't tried anything new recently, make a plan to do something different today. Or if your daily routines have recently changed, try to make the most of your new situation.

Here are some ideas to help you do something different or appreciate what's new:

Listen to different music or a new podcast. I started out the day with prayer. When I prepared a response for the 30-Day Blogging Challenge, I listened to "I'm Looking Over a Four-Leaf Clover", a song I haven't listened to since childhood. It made me smile because I remember Grandpa Frank playing it on his Victrola.

Try out a new game, exercise or food. Today I ate corned beef and cabbage, something I haven't eaten in decades. It was made by a neighbor, whose recipe was slightly different from my Grandmothers. It was good, I'd forgotten how much I like corned beef.

Look for the positive aspects in recent changes to your routine. Since the time sprung forward, I've been sleeping later. I don't think this is true because of the time change; however, I feel more rested. Perhaps instead of sleeping later, I'm sleeping all through the night, which would explain why I feel rested.

Make time to do something you love but haven't done recently. I listened to a song on YouTube I haven't listened to in a long time. The title is "Let Us Proclaim the Greatest Name", I had forgotten how inspiring that song is. When I listen to it I always want to sing along and it makes me happy.

What will you enjoy doing differently today?

I'm going to listen to songs on YouTube.

March 16, 2021 at 1:09pm
March 16, 2021 at 1:09pm
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Fidal (Grace) 16 Ala (Loftiness) 177 B.E. - Tuesday, March 16, 2021

Ten Days of Happiness:
Day 6

Our journey continues with another action that's simple and meaningful.

Helping others is closely linked to happiness, so today we’re exploring ways to include more acts of kindness in our day. This is particularly important when those around us are facing difficult times. When you do something kind for someone else, you make a difference for them and this also enhances your own wellbeing too.

Here are three ideas for small acts that you can do today. Try one of these or come up with your own:

Treat people with a little extra kindness today, including yourself. I contemplate my actions, and I know that to treat people with extra kindness I must think before I speak or act.

Ask a loved one how they're feeling and really listen to them. I listen to the voice on the phone. Distance prevents face to face conversations, so I can't be sure without seeing the person's face how they really feel.

Offer to help someone who might be lonely or in need of support. Can a telephone conversation alleviate loneliness? I hope so, because I have no other means of conversing with any of my siblings.

What act of kindness will you do today?

Do the dishes for my roommate, who usually washes them.
March 15, 2021 at 12:43pm
March 15, 2021 at 12:43pm
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Kamal (Perfection) 15 Ala (Loftiness) 177 B.E. - Monday, March 15, 2021

Ten Days of Happiness:
Day 5

Bring to mind something you’re hard on yourself about. Perhaps it’s something you feel “should” have done (or not done) or that you’re not “good enough” at?

Now imagine someone you love is being hard on themselves in that same way.

What would you say to reassure your loved one?
I would encourage them to stop shoulding on themselves, and determine to do better or differently the next time.

What sort of words would you say to support them?
I would tell them they are a unique creation, with their own talents and abilities to express. I would say that "good enough" is many times the best and only results of a problem or an issue.

How would you want them to feel?
I would want them to feel the did their best at the time and under the circumstances.

Here’s the clever part... now turn those same warm feelings inwards towards yourself. Say the same kind things to yourself in the same caring way.

What would you say to a friend being hard on themselves? (and now say it to yourself)

Look at what you could have done better or should have done. Resolve to take that action in the future. I you think you owe someone an apology, apologize.

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