Guest guest Posted September 28, 2004 Report Share Posted September 28, 2004 I just wanted to let you folks know I'm going to take a break from the computer somewhat in October. I'll be turning 49 at the end of the month - Halloween actually. And I want to take some time this coming month for some spiritual renewal. The last 15 years plus of my life have been colored by thyroid disease that I know affected so much of my life. I have been diagnosed now...and Armour has given me a second chance to live. I was so angry at doctors that missed this diagnosis over and over again. But at 49, I do not want to spend any more time in anger or on the past. I want to enjoy the new life I have now been given. I told my husband the other day that my mind felt like it did in my twenties...and i was sad when I said it because I realized how many years had been lost. But he told me what a gift to have had that returned to me. And he is right. There are no guarantees in life and stuff happens. Bad stuff happens to people and much is far, far worse than what has happened to me. So I'm letting it go. I want to redisover the world and my life and the beauty in living again. I now have a chance to see where I want to direct my efforts in this world...whether it be far reaching or whether it be just on my little five acres here in rural NC. But I didn't want anyone to worry about me. I'm doing good. For those who are just starting treatment or in the beginning months - I would tell you just like others told me - BE PATIENT. It takes time for the mind and body to heal. This is my 7th month of treatment and this month has been the best so far...I feel very normal 99% of the time. So...I won't be receiving individual emails for October...and we'll see where I'm at after that and what I have decided about some things in my life. Words of wisdom from me right now would be: Take your Armour, take your vitamins, be patient, pray for healing, get your rest, embrace life. Cindi Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 28, 2004 Report Share Posted September 28, 2004 I just wanted to let you folks know I'm going to take a break from the computer somewhat in October. I'll be turning 49 at the end of the month - Halloween actually. And I want to take some time this coming month for some spiritual renewal. The last 15 years plus of my life have been colored by thyroid disease that I know affected so much of my life. I have been diagnosed now...and Armour has given me a second chance to live. I was so angry at doctors that missed this diagnosis over and over again. But at 49, I do not want to spend any more time in anger or on the past. I want to enjoy the new life I have now been given. I told my husband the other day that my mind felt like it did in my twenties...and i was sad when I said it because I realized how many years had been lost. But he told me what a gift to have had that returned to me. And he is right. There are no guarantees in life and stuff happens. Bad stuff happens to people and much is far, far worse than what has happened to me. So I'm letting it go. I want to redisover the world and my life and the beauty in living again. I now have a chance to see where I want to direct my efforts in this world...whether it be far reaching or whether it be just on my little five acres here in rural NC. But I didn't want anyone to worry about me. I'm doing good. For those who are just starting treatment or in the beginning months - I would tell you just like others told me - BE PATIENT. It takes time for the mind and body to heal. This is my 7th month of treatment and this month has been the best so far...I feel very normal 99% of the time. So...I won't be receiving individual emails for October...and we'll see where I'm at after that and what I have decided about some things in my life. Words of wisdom from me right now would be: Take your Armour, take your vitamins, be patient, pray for healing, get your rest, embrace life. Cindi Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 28, 2004 Report Share Posted September 28, 2004 I just wanted to let you folks know I'm going to take a break from the computer somewhat in October. I'll be turning 49 at the end of the month - Halloween actually. And I want to take some time this coming month for some spiritual renewal. The last 15 years plus of my life have been colored by thyroid disease that I know affected so much of my life. I have been diagnosed now...and Armour has given me a second chance to live. I was so angry at doctors that missed this diagnosis over and over again. But at 49, I do not want to spend any more time in anger or on the past. I want to enjoy the new life I have now been given. I told my husband the other day that my mind felt like it did in my twenties...and i was sad when I said it because I realized how many years had been lost. But he told me what a gift to have had that returned to me. And he is right. There are no guarantees in life and stuff happens. Bad stuff happens to people and much is far, far worse than what has happened to me. So I'm letting it go. I want to redisover the world and my life and the beauty in living again. I now have a chance to see where I want to direct my efforts in this world...whether it be far reaching or whether it be just on my little five acres here in rural NC. But I didn't want anyone to worry about me. I'm doing good. For those who are just starting treatment or in the beginning months - I would tell you just like others told me - BE PATIENT. It takes time for the mind and body to heal. This is my 7th month of treatment and this month has been the best so far...I feel very normal 99% of the time. So...I won't be receiving individual emails for October...and we'll see where I'm at after that and what I have decided about some things in my life. Words of wisdom from me right now would be: Take your Armour, take your vitamins, be patient, pray for healing, get your rest, embrace life. Cindi Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 28, 2004 Report Share Posted September 28, 2004 In a message dated 9/28/2004 10:59:10 AM Eastern Standard Time, amyriadstars@... writes: > So thank you very much for the inspiration, and I actually > wonder if I should seek spiritual renewal too! I just don't know > where to go, basically. (if any suggestions?). > Spiritual renewal....I think there are so many ways to pursue this. For those who are Christians as I am, there is always the Bible. I always find something new in the passages that I would swear was not their last time I read it. I have also studied the Quaker beliefs. Their simple beliefs and lifestyle has always attracted me. Suggested reading: Plain - Essays on Making A Simple Life Edited by Savage A Plain Life - Walking My Belief Savage I also think visiting an Amish settlement if someone has one fairly nearby is a good way to help us think about our lives and what is really meaningful. A book I read last year that profoundly affected me was: A Short Course in Kindness by Margot Silk Forrest Read this book - apply its principles - and it will change your life An old classic i have to reread is Gift From The Sea by Anne Morrow Lindberg about the stages in a woman's life I also recommend nature as a great way for spiritual renewal. I happen to live on five acres so I have lots of room to get out and walk in the woods and work in the yard and feed the wildlife. But if you don't have that, make time to go to a park somewhere. plan a day trip to see something beautiful in nature that is near you. Dip your toes in a creek. Start a journal. Record your thoughts. I have done this frequently in my life and it is fascinating to look back and see how I conquered problems...the see the ebb and flow of life.... I am also an advocate of voluntary simplicity....and I think that for anyone with chronic illness, this lifestyle can really help. So maybe study about that by reading The Simple Living Guide by Janet Luhrs There are also lots of books about " the simple life " . A great book I read too was Simplicity - finding peace by uncluttering your life by Kim Great book. About two months ago I went through my house and got rid of the unnecessary...the clutter. Cleaning is a breeze now. So get rid of the clutter and believe me, you will feel free! you will feel renewed and also have more time to pursue more important things than dusting your stuff and finding room for your stuff. Cleaning out the closets is a good thing. One thing I want to do soon is go to a monastery. Many of them let folks come there for weekend retreats and my friend did that and said it was a wonderful experience. If you can tolerate wine...have a picnic with some wine, bread, cheese, and grapes. Water will do just as well as wine. If you're a christian, have your own communion with grape juice and crackers in your own space in remembrance of your savior. it's okay ot do that. Regular bubble baths can be spiritually renewing in my opinion. Buy a book for a friend. Go browse the library. Go to a museum. Take up yoga. Decide to make Christmas different this year. Simple. About love. Not about gifts. So think about you...and your life...and see what appeals to you. But spiritual renewal is a good, good thing. Cindi Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 28, 2004 Report Share Posted September 28, 2004 In a message dated 9/28/2004 10:59:10 AM Eastern Standard Time, amyriadstars@... writes: > So thank you very much for the inspiration, and I actually > wonder if I should seek spiritual renewal too! I just don't know > where to go, basically. (if any suggestions?). > Spiritual renewal....I think there are so many ways to pursue this. For those who are Christians as I am, there is always the Bible. I always find something new in the passages that I would swear was not their last time I read it. I have also studied the Quaker beliefs. Their simple beliefs and lifestyle has always attracted me. Suggested reading: Plain - Essays on Making A Simple Life Edited by Savage A Plain Life - Walking My Belief Savage I also think visiting an Amish settlement if someone has one fairly nearby is a good way to help us think about our lives and what is really meaningful. A book I read last year that profoundly affected me was: A Short Course in Kindness by Margot Silk Forrest Read this book - apply its principles - and it will change your life An old classic i have to reread is Gift From The Sea by Anne Morrow Lindberg about the stages in a woman's life I also recommend nature as a great way for spiritual renewal. I happen to live on five acres so I have lots of room to get out and walk in the woods and work in the yard and feed the wildlife. But if you don't have that, make time to go to a park somewhere. plan a day trip to see something beautiful in nature that is near you. Dip your toes in a creek. Start a journal. Record your thoughts. I have done this frequently in my life and it is fascinating to look back and see how I conquered problems...the see the ebb and flow of life.... I am also an advocate of voluntary simplicity....and I think that for anyone with chronic illness, this lifestyle can really help. So maybe study about that by reading The Simple Living Guide by Janet Luhrs There are also lots of books about " the simple life " . A great book I read too was Simplicity - finding peace by uncluttering your life by Kim Great book. About two months ago I went through my house and got rid of the unnecessary...the clutter. Cleaning is a breeze now. So get rid of the clutter and believe me, you will feel free! you will feel renewed and also have more time to pursue more important things than dusting your stuff and finding room for your stuff. Cleaning out the closets is a good thing. One thing I want to do soon is go to a monastery. Many of them let folks come there for weekend retreats and my friend did that and said it was a wonderful experience. If you can tolerate wine...have a picnic with some wine, bread, cheese, and grapes. Water will do just as well as wine. If you're a christian, have your own communion with grape juice and crackers in your own space in remembrance of your savior. it's okay ot do that. Regular bubble baths can be spiritually renewing in my opinion. Buy a book for a friend. Go browse the library. Go to a museum. Take up yoga. Decide to make Christmas different this year. Simple. About love. Not about gifts. So think about you...and your life...and see what appeals to you. But spiritual renewal is a good, good thing. Cindi Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 28, 2004 Report Share Posted September 28, 2004 In a message dated 9/28/2004 10:59:10 AM Eastern Standard Time, amyriadstars@... writes: > So thank you very much for the inspiration, and I actually > wonder if I should seek spiritual renewal too! I just don't know > where to go, basically. (if any suggestions?). > Spiritual renewal....I think there are so many ways to pursue this. For those who are Christians as I am, there is always the Bible. I always find something new in the passages that I would swear was not their last time I read it. I have also studied the Quaker beliefs. Their simple beliefs and lifestyle has always attracted me. Suggested reading: Plain - Essays on Making A Simple Life Edited by Savage A Plain Life - Walking My Belief Savage I also think visiting an Amish settlement if someone has one fairly nearby is a good way to help us think about our lives and what is really meaningful. A book I read last year that profoundly affected me was: A Short Course in Kindness by Margot Silk Forrest Read this book - apply its principles - and it will change your life An old classic i have to reread is Gift From The Sea by Anne Morrow Lindberg about the stages in a woman's life I also recommend nature as a great way for spiritual renewal. I happen to live on five acres so I have lots of room to get out and walk in the woods and work in the yard and feed the wildlife. But if you don't have that, make time to go to a park somewhere. plan a day trip to see something beautiful in nature that is near you. Dip your toes in a creek. Start a journal. Record your thoughts. I have done this frequently in my life and it is fascinating to look back and see how I conquered problems...the see the ebb and flow of life.... I am also an advocate of voluntary simplicity....and I think that for anyone with chronic illness, this lifestyle can really help. So maybe study about that by reading The Simple Living Guide by Janet Luhrs There are also lots of books about " the simple life " . A great book I read too was Simplicity - finding peace by uncluttering your life by Kim Great book. About two months ago I went through my house and got rid of the unnecessary...the clutter. Cleaning is a breeze now. So get rid of the clutter and believe me, you will feel free! you will feel renewed and also have more time to pursue more important things than dusting your stuff and finding room for your stuff. Cleaning out the closets is a good thing. One thing I want to do soon is go to a monastery. Many of them let folks come there for weekend retreats and my friend did that and said it was a wonderful experience. If you can tolerate wine...have a picnic with some wine, bread, cheese, and grapes. Water will do just as well as wine. If you're a christian, have your own communion with grape juice and crackers in your own space in remembrance of your savior. it's okay ot do that. Regular bubble baths can be spiritually renewing in my opinion. Buy a book for a friend. Go browse the library. Go to a museum. Take up yoga. Decide to make Christmas different this year. Simple. About love. Not about gifts. So think about you...and your life...and see what appeals to you. But spiritual renewal is a good, good thing. Cindi Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 28, 2004 Report Share Posted September 28, 2004 Cindi, that sounds like a wonderful idea and we will be thinking of you. And...have a special time and come back to us soon, OK? Janie > I just wanted to let you folks know I'm going to take a break from the > computer somewhat in October. I'll be turning 49 at the end of the month - > Halloween actually. And I want to take some time this coming month for some > spiritual renewal. > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 28, 2004 Report Share Posted September 28, 2004 Wow Cindi, it sounds like you are really serious and you have written so beautifully about your aim for spiritual renewal. For some reason, this touches me very deep, since often, this battle for the disease controls me, instead of me controlling the battle. And for so many years ...... And sometimes I just feel I want to go away from everything, and never ever talk or read about it again. Let stand getting political about it. So thank you very much for the inspiration, and I actually wonder if I should seek spiritual renewal too! I just don't know where to go, basically. (if any suggestions?). I'll miss you, but please let us know how you do after your October renewal ... <<<< Spiritual hugs >>>> Margreet. > I just wanted to let you folks know I'm going to take a break from the > computer somewhat in October. I'll be turning 49 at the end of the month - > Halloween actually. And I want to take some time this coming month for some > spiritual renewal. > > The last 15 years plus of my life have been colored by thyroid disease that I > know affected so much of my life. I have been diagnosed now...and Armour has > given me a second chance to live. I was so angry at doctors that missed this > diagnosis over and over again. But at 49, I do not want to spend any more > time in anger or on the past. I want to enjoy the new life I have now been > given. > > I told my husband the other day that my mind felt like it did in my > twenties...and i was sad when I said it because I realized how many years had been > lost. But he told me what a gift to have had that returned to me. And he is > right. There are no guarantees in life and stuff happens. Bad stuff happens to > people and much is far, far worse than what has happened to me. So I'm letting > it go. > > I want to redisover the world and my life and the beauty in living again. I > now have a chance to see where I want to direct my efforts in this > world...whether it be far reaching or whether it be just on my little five acres here in > rural NC. > > But I didn't want anyone to worry about me. I'm doing good. For those who > are just starting treatment or in the beginning months - I would tell you just > like others told me - BE PATIENT. It takes time for the mind and body to > heal. This is my 7th month of treatment and this month has been the best so > far...I feel very normal 99% of the time. > > So...I won't be receiving individual emails for October...and we'll see where > I'm at after that and what I have decided about some things in my life. > > Words of wisdom from me right now would be: Take your Armour, take your > vitamins, be patient, pray for healing, get your rest, embrace life. > > Cindi > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 28, 2004 Report Share Posted September 28, 2004 Wow Cindi, it sounds like you are really serious and you have written so beautifully about your aim for spiritual renewal. For some reason, this touches me very deep, since often, this battle for the disease controls me, instead of me controlling the battle. And for so many years ...... And sometimes I just feel I want to go away from everything, and never ever talk or read about it again. Let stand getting political about it. So thank you very much for the inspiration, and I actually wonder if I should seek spiritual renewal too! I just don't know where to go, basically. (if any suggestions?). I'll miss you, but please let us know how you do after your October renewal ... <<<< Spiritual hugs >>>> Margreet. > I just wanted to let you folks know I'm going to take a break from the > computer somewhat in October. I'll be turning 49 at the end of the month - > Halloween actually. And I want to take some time this coming month for some > spiritual renewal. > > The last 15 years plus of my life have been colored by thyroid disease that I > know affected so much of my life. I have been diagnosed now...and Armour has > given me a second chance to live. I was so angry at doctors that missed this > diagnosis over and over again. But at 49, I do not want to spend any more > time in anger or on the past. I want to enjoy the new life I have now been > given. > > I told my husband the other day that my mind felt like it did in my > twenties...and i was sad when I said it because I realized how many years had been > lost. But he told me what a gift to have had that returned to me. And he is > right. There are no guarantees in life and stuff happens. Bad stuff happens to > people and much is far, far worse than what has happened to me. So I'm letting > it go. > > I want to redisover the world and my life and the beauty in living again. I > now have a chance to see where I want to direct my efforts in this > world...whether it be far reaching or whether it be just on my little five acres here in > rural NC. > > But I didn't want anyone to worry about me. I'm doing good. For those who > are just starting treatment or in the beginning months - I would tell you just > like others told me - BE PATIENT. It takes time for the mind and body to > heal. This is my 7th month of treatment and this month has been the best so > far...I feel very normal 99% of the time. > > So...I won't be receiving individual emails for October...and we'll see where > I'm at after that and what I have decided about some things in my life. > > Words of wisdom from me right now would be: Take your Armour, take your > vitamins, be patient, pray for healing, get your rest, embrace life. > > Cindi > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 28, 2004 Report Share Posted September 28, 2004 Wow Cindi, it sounds like you are really serious and you have written so beautifully about your aim for spiritual renewal. For some reason, this touches me very deep, since often, this battle for the disease controls me, instead of me controlling the battle. And for so many years ...... And sometimes I just feel I want to go away from everything, and never ever talk or read about it again. Let stand getting political about it. So thank you very much for the inspiration, and I actually wonder if I should seek spiritual renewal too! I just don't know where to go, basically. (if any suggestions?). I'll miss you, but please let us know how you do after your October renewal ... <<<< Spiritual hugs >>>> Margreet. > I just wanted to let you folks know I'm going to take a break from the > computer somewhat in October. I'll be turning 49 at the end of the month - > Halloween actually. And I want to take some time this coming month for some > spiritual renewal. > > The last 15 years plus of my life have been colored by thyroid disease that I > know affected so much of my life. I have been diagnosed now...and Armour has > given me a second chance to live. I was so angry at doctors that missed this > diagnosis over and over again. But at 49, I do not want to spend any more > time in anger or on the past. I want to enjoy the new life I have now been > given. > > I told my husband the other day that my mind felt like it did in my > twenties...and i was sad when I said it because I realized how many years had been > lost. But he told me what a gift to have had that returned to me. And he is > right. There are no guarantees in life and stuff happens. Bad stuff happens to > people and much is far, far worse than what has happened to me. So I'm letting > it go. > > I want to redisover the world and my life and the beauty in living again. I > now have a chance to see where I want to direct my efforts in this > world...whether it be far reaching or whether it be just on my little five acres here in > rural NC. > > But I didn't want anyone to worry about me. I'm doing good. For those who > are just starting treatment or in the beginning months - I would tell you just > like others told me - BE PATIENT. It takes time for the mind and body to > heal. This is my 7th month of treatment and this month has been the best so > far...I feel very normal 99% of the time. > > So...I won't be receiving individual emails for October...and we'll see where > I'm at after that and what I have decided about some things in my life. > > Words of wisdom from me right now would be: Take your Armour, take your > vitamins, be patient, pray for healing, get your rest, embrace life. > > Cindi > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 28, 2004 Report Share Posted September 28, 2004 Cindi, I wish you all the best, as I'm sure we all do. I do hope you will come back and let us know how you are doing. Lynda (in the UK) Re: October renewal I just wanted to let you folks know I'm going to take a break from the computer somewhat in October. I'll be turning 49 at the end of the month - Halloween actually. And I want to take some time this coming month for some spiritual renewal. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 28, 2004 Report Share Posted September 28, 2004 Cindi, I wish you all the best, as I'm sure we all do. I do hope you will come back and let us know how you are doing. Lynda (in the UK) Re: October renewal I just wanted to let you folks know I'm going to take a break from the computer somewhat in October. I'll be turning 49 at the end of the month - Halloween actually. And I want to take some time this coming month for some spiritual renewal. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 29, 2004 Report Share Posted September 29, 2004 > spiritual renewal is a good, good thing. Cindi <. I fully agree with you. Especially the way you describe it!!! I have printed your post, so I'll go over it some other real quality time! Thanx for sharing. Have a good time. Margreet. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 1, 2004 Report Share Posted October 1, 2004 I understand that one, Cindi. We become totally immersed and defeat the whole purpose of healing. It's time to play, hey!! And feel life again. (((Hugs))) Re: October renewal > > I just wanted to let you folks know I'm going to take a break from the > computer somewhat in October. I'll be turning 49 at the end of the month - > Halloween actually. And I want to take some time this coming month for some > spiritual renewal. > > The last 15 years plus of my life have been colored by thyroid disease that I > know affected so much of my life. I have been diagnosed now...and Armour has > given me a second chance to live. I was so angry at doctors that missed this > diagnosis over and over again. But at 49, I do not want to spend any more > time in anger or on the past. I want to enjoy the new life I have now been > given. > > I told my husband the other day that my mind felt like it did in my > twenties...and i was sad when I said it because I realized how many years had been > lost. But he told me what a gift to have had that returned to me. And he is > right. There are no guarantees in life and stuff happens. Bad stuff happens to > people and much is far, far worse than what has happened to me. So I'm letting > it go. > > I want to redisover the world and my life and the beauty in living again. I > now have a chance to see where I want to direct my efforts in this > world...whether it be far reaching or whether it be just on my little five acres here in > rural NC. > > But I didn't want anyone to worry about me. I'm doing good. For those who > are just starting treatment or in the beginning months - I would tell you just > like others told me - BE PATIENT. It takes time for the mind and body to > heal. This is my 7th month of treatment and this month has been the best so > far...I feel very normal 99% of the time. > > So...I won't be receiving individual emails for October...and we'll see where > I'm at after that and what I have decided about some things in my life. > > Words of wisdom from me right now would be: Take your Armour, take your > vitamins, be patient, pray for healing, get your rest, embrace life. > > Cindi Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 2, 2004 Report Share Posted October 2, 2004 H I, Cindi, Very well said! We'll miss you. But understand. Do hurry back! in Va. I just wanted to let you folks know I'm going to take a break from the computer somewhat in October. I'll be turning 49 at the end of the month - Halloween actually. And I want to take some time this coming month for some spiritual renewal. The last 15 years plus of my life have been colored by thyroid disease that I know affected so much of my life. I have been diagnosed now...and Armour has given me a second chance to live. I was so angry at doctors that missed this diagnosis over and over again. But at 49, I do not want to spend any more time in anger or on the past. I want to enjoy the new life I have now been given. I told my husband the other day that my mind felt like it did in my twenties...and i was sad when I said it because I realized how many years had been lost. But he told me what a gift to have had that returned to me. And he is right. There are no guarantees in life and stuff happens. Bad stuff happens to people and much is far, far worse than what has happened to me. So I'm letting it go. I want to redisover the world and my life and the beauty in living again. I now have a chance to see where I want to direct my efforts in this world...whether it be far reaching or whether it be just on my little five acres here in rural NC. But I didn't want anyone to worry about me. I'm doing good. For those who are just starting treatment or in the beginning months - I would tell you just like others told me - BE PATIENT. It takes time for the mind and body to heal. This is my 7th month of treatment and this month has been the best so far...I feel very normal 99% of the time. So...I won't be receiving individual emails for October...and we'll see where I'm at after that and what I have decided about some things in my life. Words of wisdom from me right now would be: Take your Armour, take your vitamins, be patient, pray for healing, get your rest, embrace life. Cindi Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 2, 2004 Report Share Posted October 2, 2004 G reat ideas! Concerning clutter, don't forget to check out www.flylady.net. Great ideas there if you have problems in that area. in Va. > Spiritual renewal....I think there are so many ways to pursue this. For those who are Christians as I am, there is always the Bible. I always find something new in the passages that I would swear was not their last time I read it. I have also studied the Quaker beliefs. Their simple beliefs and lifestyle has always attracted me. Suggested reading: Plain - Essays on Making A Simple Life Edited by Savage A Plain Life - Walking My Belief Savage I also think visiting an Amish settlement if someone has one fairly nearby is a good way to help us think about our lives and what is really meaningful. A book I read last year that profoundly affected me was: A Short Course in Kindness by Margot Silk Forrest Read this book - apply its principles - and it will change your life An old classic i have to reread is Gift From The Sea by Anne Morrow Lindberg about the stages in a woman's life I also recommend nature as a great way for spiritual renewal. I happen to live on five acres so I have lots of room to get out and walk in the woods and work in the yard and feed the wildlife. But if you don't have that, make time to go to a park somewhere. plan a day trip to see something beautiful in nature that is near you. Dip your toes in a creek. Start a journal. Record your thoughts. I have done this frequently in my life and it is fascinating to look back and see how I conquered problems...the see the ebb and flow of life.... I am also an advocate of voluntary simplicity....and I think that for anyone with chronic illness, this lifestyle can really help. So maybe study about that by reading The Simple Living Guide by Janet Luhrs There are also lots of books about " the simple life " . A great book I read too was Simplicity - finding peace by uncluttering your life by Kim Great book. About two months ago I went through my house and got rid of the unnecessary...the clutter. Cleaning is a breeze now. So get rid of the clutter and believe me, you will feel free! you will feel renewed and also have more time to pursue more important things than dusting your stuff and finding room for your stuff. Cleaning out the closets is a good thing. One thing I want to do soon is go to a monastery. Many of them let folks come there for weekend retreats and my friend did that and said it was a wonderful experience. If you can tolerate wine...have a picnic with some wine, bread, cheese, and grapes. Water will do just as well as wine. If you're a christian, have your own communion with grape juice and crackers in your own space in remembrance of your savior. it's okay ot do that. Regular bubble baths can be spiritually renewing in my opinion. Buy a book for a friend. Go browse the library. Go to a museum. Take up yoga. Decide to make Christmas different this year. Simple. About love. Not about gifts. So think about you...and your life...and see what appeals to you. But spiritual renewal is a good, good thing. Cindi Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 3, 2004 Report Share Posted October 3, 2004 Ahhhh.. Flylady and I became friends when I was at my sickest, being kept hypoT on all those anti thyroid drugs. I love her 'you can do anything for 15 minutes' slogan. I think it's helped me when I wasn't sure if I'd be able to do anything around my house! She is wonderful! It's so hard to be so sick, and then trying to keep house after struggling to work all day long. If it hadn't been for her, I might have given up! Flylady RoCkS! :-) Now with her, and armour, there is nothing I can't do! lol :-) SandyE~Houston RE: October renewal G reat ideas! Concerning clutter, don't forget to check out www.flylady.net. Great ideas there if you have problems in that area. in Va. > Spiritual renewal....I think there are so many ways to pursue this. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 6, 2004 Report Share Posted October 6, 2004 Y ep, she's great! I totally agree, Armour and Flylady! in Va. Ahhhh.. Flylady and I became friends when I was at my sickest, being kept hypoT on all those anti thyroid drugs. I love her 'you can do anything for 15 minutes' slogan. I think it's helped me when I wasn't sure if I'd be able to do anything around my house! She is wonderful! It's so hard to be so sick, and then trying to keep house after struggling to work all day long. If it hadn't been for her, I might have given up! Flylady RoCkS! :-) Now with her, and armour, there is nothing I can't do! lol :-) SandyE~Houston Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 6, 2004 Report Share Posted October 6, 2004 Y ep, she's great! I totally agree, Armour and Flylady! in Va. Ahhhh.. Flylady and I became friends when I was at my sickest, being kept hypoT on all those anti thyroid drugs. I love her 'you can do anything for 15 minutes' slogan. I think it's helped me when I wasn't sure if I'd be able to do anything around my house! She is wonderful! It's so hard to be so sick, and then trying to keep house after struggling to work all day long. If it hadn't been for her, I might have given up! Flylady RoCkS! :-) Now with her, and armour, there is nothing I can't do! lol :-) SandyE~Houston Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 6, 2004 Report Share Posted October 6, 2004 Y ep, she's great! I totally agree, Armour and Flylady! in Va. Ahhhh.. Flylady and I became friends when I was at my sickest, being kept hypoT on all those anti thyroid drugs. I love her 'you can do anything for 15 minutes' slogan. I think it's helped me when I wasn't sure if I'd be able to do anything around my house! She is wonderful! It's so hard to be so sick, and then trying to keep house after struggling to work all day long. If it hadn't been for her, I might have given up! Flylady RoCkS! :-) Now with her, and armour, there is nothing I can't do! lol :-) SandyE~Houston Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 7, 2004 Report Share Posted October 7, 2004 Who's FlyLady? RE: October renewal Y ep, she's great! I totally agree, Armour and Flylady! in Va. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Guest guest Posted October 10, 2004 Report Share Posted October 10, 2004 Check www.flylady.net. You can sign up for reminders and encouragement to help with housework and plenty of info on the site. in Va. Who's FlyLady? RE: October renewal Y ep, she's great! I totally agree, Armour and Flylady! in Va. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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