Smile some!

There are times when you are so down in the dumps, that no matter how hard you try, the rational and positive thinking makes zilch difference. You try to shake the sadness off, but it stays there, sticky as ever.

That's when someone comes along asking why you seem so down and out. He/ She cracks a joke and gives you that innocuous and heart warming smile. And before you know it, you're smiling too. The sadness has vanished without your knowing it.

Someone said that if you feel you're trying too hard, maybe you're doing it all wrong. Easy does it!

A smile is as infectious as a yawn. So on days when the sun is shining in your face, spread some happiness around. You have no idea, how many need it!

Anger is such an energy sapping emotion. There sure is a reason behind your anger. But you harm no one but yourself by holding on to it. Like someone said, being angry is like holding a piece of burning charcoal in your hand.

To be able to forgive and move on takes some doing. But to master this art is truly worth it.

And until you learn your lesson, it shall come up again and again.

“When you hold resentment toward another, you are bound to that person or condition by an emotional link that is stronger than steel. Forgiveness is the only way to dissolve that link and get free.”

Clouds give way to some Sunshine

The rains finally gave way to some sunny weather in my life. The respite brings great relief. It was long awaited. Someone up there understood that there was little I could do except pray hard. He seems to have answered my prayers once again. Even if this is momentary, I revel in the few hours He has granted me. Your relentless love and support has once again seen me through. The past few posts have been heart wrenchingly sad. I wish I could bring to you happier stuff. I am thankful nevertheless for your patience.

Life is so tempestuous at times. You just don't know what to expect next. It's a journey with unexpected milestones. You decide on going somewhere and chose your path. At times the destination resembles the picture in your head and at times it doesn't. You keep moving with the faith that wherever He leads you, will be for your good. It'll be a place that you long desired to be in, or even better than that.

His plan is always better than ours. The gratitude I feel today makes my eyes moist. I have longed for this sense of peace for long. I wish this bubble never bursts. Even if it does, I wish I have enough strength to see it through. They say that He never puts you into something He knows you can't deal with. Maybe he does, but makes sure He gives you the know how and strength to sail through. When He feels it's getting too much to handle, He does step in and take you through.

Wish everyone's life came with a manual. A specific page you could refer to while in trouble. Since it doesn't, you have an option to call a toll free number for help. Which comes in form of friends and well wishes. Which comes in form of strength you never thought you had.

Wish the weekends were 3 day long! Disconnection is so important for your sense of well being. One of life's biggest challenges is staying positive. Turning sad and losing hope comes so naturally to me. I must start Yoga and join something like an Art of Living course. I often feel like running away to  a place where I can meditate all day and see the entire day and all of it's gifts pass by me. 

Since that might not be immediately viable, I guess sleep and a spa treatment should do just fine!

The best six doctors anywhere And no one can deny it  are 

sunshine, water, rest, air, Exercise and diet. These six will gladly you attend

If only you are willing

Your mind they'll ease

Your will they'll mend

And charge you not a shilling.

~Nursery rhyme quoted by Wayne Fields, What the River Knows, 1990

Longing for some sunshine!

I wish I could look out my window and not see gloomy weather.. but take in the aroma of wet earth..
I wish the raindrops would feel good when they fall on my face..and not make me cringe and look for the closest shelter.. I need a change in perspective dear God..

I wish I didn't feel like curling up into a ball and hiding away from everything. Even myself.
I long for some sunshine dear God.

You left me no choice but to get out into the heavy downpour. I'm not complaining. Just waiting for the end. Waiting to feel sunshine on my face..Waiting for the dark ominous clouds to disperse giving way to clear weather.

There's nothing differentiating between the raindrops on my face from my tears. I know I have to keep walking. It's just taking a bit getting used to this weather. It takes a while getting out of the comforts of my warm home.

Promise me Dear God that there is clear weather down the road and I will keep walking. Promise me that you will see me through this.

Give me hope and loads of faith. I know you will and I thank you for it.

I wish you didn't make my insides so feeble. When you decided that I was strong enough to face the rough weather, why do I find myself crumbling ever so often? I stay composed, but every now and then the facade slips away. I asked for strength to go one. Maybe this is your way of giving it to me.