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Dr. Seuss Day and Read Across America Day
From the Civil War to today—the evolution of the ambulance.
The National Stroke Association teaches a way to recognize stroke symptoms: FAST
F - Face: Ask the person to smile. Does one side of the face droop?
A - Arms: Ask the person to raise both arms. Does one arm drift or fall downward?
S - Speech: Ask the person to repeat a simple sentence. Is their speech slurred or strange?
T - Time: Call 911 immediately if you observe any of these symptoms. Note the time theI need help! Dial 911!
When to call 911
Do not hesitate to dial 911 if:
1. A fire breaks out.
2. A medical emergency happens.
3. You witness a crime or possible crime.
4. If you are in or see a car crash.
Black History Month
“Won’t it be wonderful when black history and Native American history and Jewish history and all of U.S. history is taught from one book. Just U.S. history.” said Maya Angelou. As you enjoy this entry, think about the motto from the African American Quilt Guild in Oakland, California and take it to heart: "Each One - Teach One."
The Compassionate Connection
“Just when the caterpillar thought the world was over, it became a butterfly,” wrote Chuang Tzu, a Taoist philosopher
From Frog to Crab to Hummingbird – Today is a momentous day! Find your dreams and pursue them with abandon!
The holidays are over and now we are back in the groove – maybe. Some days are a mix of crazy, crabby, or contentment. How might we get to contentment?
The Room for Changing – It is a new day of change for everyone!
I subscribe to the Caregiver Newsletter and this article caught my attention then and has stayed with me as I have read it several times. Judy Fisher posted this on April 2, 2020, titled, “The Changing Room: A Caregiver’s Lament.”
Have a Happy New Year as you Swing into the New Year!
Have a Happy New Year as you Swing into the New Year! “Every moment is a fresh beginning.” —T.S. Eliot
Live what is. Befriend that. Feel the fullness of our lives. Quiet. Reflective. Care. Love.
Ordinary milestones of life . . . changes but landing on the ground of our reality. How do I want to live and how do we want to live together? Remaking our world. Who will we be to each other? How will I be to the people around me and in my life? Live what is each day.
It's the best time of the year!
It’s the best time of the year but we must remember that “things do not change; we change.” Henry David Thoreau.
When my BALLOON is full, I function well
Fashionista – I’m NOT!
Celebrate.
Be safe using the three W’s –
Wear a mask,
Wash your hands, and
Watch your distance.
“I’m good enough” is all you need to believe.
“I’m good enough” is all you need to believe.
Perspective
November 25 – Happy Thanksgiving! On this usually festive holiday, many of us will find ourselves unable to travel, staying close to home to stay safe. May we all be safe no matter where we are.
Perspective is looking at the world through someone else’s eyes. The important word is thanksgiving – we are giving thanks for the goodness in our lives – but there are those moments!! What is hidden below the surface? Don't get furious, get curious.
How do I bare this weight that I cannot bare?
How do I bare this weight that I cannot bare? It may be agonizing to get to the other side, but that is the purpose, the reason to lift the weight. Do not cry but breathe. Look both ways. Who am I? “You’re sure you’re okay?” “Yes,” I replied, but I was on shaky ground.
Alphabet Soup
IF I CAN DO IT, YOU CAN DO IT. GET OUT AND GO!
Who doesn’t need a big dose of inspiration and happiness?
Join this inspirational zoom gathering on Thursday, Nov. 5 at 5pm Pacific time - it is sure to brighten your day and uplift your spirits!
Linda's Key Take-aways:
- ACCEPT: Don’t waste your energy on “why” and “what if.” Choose to be happy, make those around you happy.
- ADAPT: Set specific goals for your new life. Develop your “team.” Ignore what you can’t do, figure out what you can do. See the humor in your new life
- INNOVATE: Learn new ways to do things. Do new things. Don’t give up—things keep changing.