Bookshelf+ Makes a Difference in My Life

 So since I have more time in Carlsbad I started a subscription to Bookshelf+ and have really been enjoying a lot of listening to good books.

1-Third book of Saints, which is church history and this one "Boldly, Nobly, and Independently" was my favorite of the 3

2-The Divine Center by Stephen Covey, read it before, love it

3-The Spirit of Revelation by David Bednar, excellent

4-Jesus of Nazareth by Truman Madsen, my college history teacher , so very good

5- His Mighty Miracles by Susan Easton Black, also has miracles mere mortals have had, so good

6-Faith is Not Blind by Bruce and Marie Hafen...learned so much.

7-The Divine Gift of Forgiveness by Neil Anderson...excellentI!

I don't know when I have had such an outpouring of knowledge in such a brief period but I have thoroughly enjoyed and I also color on Happy Color at the same time, very relaxing.

I have am making some changes in my life also which is the best part of all!!!

For instance in this near to death time in my life with lots of time, get as much learning and understanding as you can!!!

From Neal Maxwell, don't waste this precious time on the macros in your life which you can do nothing about but worry such as government, politics, etc spend the time on the micros in your life, family, spirituality, peace, love, gospel truths, joy, light to the family, not a burden

Simplify, Appreciate, Forgive and have Gratitude and Recognition of and for blessings and miracles in my life, others needs I can help with, relationships I need to make better, taking care of myself physically and mentally and not being a problem or burden for others.  Follow well the health rules I know and need in my life...do not forget.  Take the needed time to follow well.

Think correctly, pray often, have peace and joy.  So much.....

 

My Blog is Helpful, Happier Times

 I have been so down thinking over and over about the situation with Marilyn and Debbie.  How they can think the way they do is just so unbelievable to me that it makes me feel really bad.  But last night I felt energetic enough to get back to my job of putting pix on my blogs from books I am getting rid of.

And surprisingly as I read some posts of my experiences and what I gained from them and what other people thanked me for and wrote to me I felt really inspired to overcome these negative feelings and just be thankful for so many other things.  I do not need to be around Marilyn, she lives in her own little world and I have very different activities in my life.  She just repeats pat phrases and really does not know what she is talking about and it is more interesting to talk to others anyway and I am busy with my projects anyway.  I believe she knows the truth and just will not overthink what Debbie tells her and I might say something unkind and no need for that.

Carole had to go in yesterday because her blood pressure was over 200 and they have had a hard time gettihng it down.  This morning she has done several tests so anxious to hear how she comes out.

I just found a podcast that is made just for me.  For curious people and I have already learned alot of very interesting things.  For instance there is now in place a hotline for mental health.  Instead of calling the police who do not have the skills and just put more negativism on whatever problem there is, you can call 988 and get professionals to talk to and try to help with talk and resources.  We are to spread the word.

I was having such leg aches just above my knees but I finally decided that I have been watching so much tv while not feeling well and the rocking chair I sit in does not have any pillows to heighten it and so it is too low and as I get up and down a lot the pressure is on my legs in that very spot every time I get up.  Need to let Sadie have the rocker and sit some other way!!!

I also learned why I probably do not gain weight from my eating, I definitely do intermittent fasting just because my body wants to and it helps.

Call Me Curious is the new podcast I am listening to.  There is another one I liked earlier which was also a lot of facts about curious things but I cannot find the title yet.

This is a good memory of a happier time and I loved the way my house looked inside at Christmas.  I will never have that again.  My eye that always irritates me looks bad in this picture way back then in 2012 or so.

Notes of Thanks

I was looking for info on the Hurricane Katrina and found this note.  It is always a joy to find something that reminds you that you have done some good in the world.

 

Christmas Messages of Thanks, Christmas Card 2014

One of the things I miss most about losing Richard is that I lost my most consistent mental and emotional support. Someone to tell you that you are ok, doing well, lovable, likable, etc. so when I get a few crumbs of good thoughts from others about myself it is a BIG deal and very much appreciated.  I just edited my blog getting ready to print it and I really, really, appreciated the good things my children and grand children had to say about me and to me on Mother's Day.  This Christmas I also received some cards which validated my life and so I am going to record them here so I will not forget.

Some of the messages I received this year were:

"enjoyed your photos"
"loved your card"
"would love to see you"
"you have a beautiful family"
"loved your letter and pictures"
"you have an amazing family"
"glad we can talk"'
"enjoyed your card and pictures"

"just wanted you to know that I've never had anyone teach me more about leadership than you did that year in the Relief Society and the Road Show.  I've used  those lessons a lot, thanks!!!  I thank you all the time--so thought you ought to know"

"I was thinking the other day about how much influence you and Richard had in and on my life.  You did so much for me and our family.  Thank you for being a wonderful blessing in my life."

I appreciate so much the card that Sherry sent to me when Richard died.  It makes it all worth it to be kind when people appreciate it and tell you.  We all need to be more thoughtful of others.

Connie was my processor and assistant all the years I worked at Choice Mortgage.  She was a wonderful worker and friend.  Sad for her.

Gratitude Letter from Bill 2008