Happy frosty Thursday! We had our first frost - ugh. It is in the upper 30's here this AM. I knew it was coming - but just not ready. It looks to warm up for at least a few days.
How is it Thursday already? Dang the week has flown by. Well, the month is flying by - we are over halfway through October.
The weather is one of those things we cannot control - but we can control how we react and can control our temperament! I am not a fan of cold - but heck, I get another day, so I am fine. Too many things more important in this world.
I have seen so many talk about the recent hurricanes and flooding, and I just almost cry when I see their beautiful attitudes. They are alive - even though losing everything in some cases - yet they smile and praise the Lord. It is amazing. Their attitude is infectious! Making the best of a bad situation.
We cannot control that getting older brings new challenges - but we can take the best care of ourselves as possible - and stay as healthy as possible.
We cannot control the inflation and greed in this world - but we can control how we spend. We can make different choices in our purchasing - thus saving ourselves maybe a bit of money. We can control the things we eat. We can control our purchase powers. Buy from thrift stores or secondhand shops, buy from small family shops, buy the 'good' food and not the junk. We can make many decisions still.
We cannot control the rates the utilities charge - but we can turn the heat down, turn off the lights, and not wastefully let water flow from the faucets. Put on an extra blanket on the bed, or extra clothes in the house, use some solar lights or light candles, catch the water flowing from the faucet (that is warming) to use for pets or plants.
The list goes on and on - some things are out of our control, so we have to learn to not fret about them. They just take away precious time and energy from our lives. Control what you can and let the rest go. Your life will happier.
I am not a big worrier. I used to be - and I used to have quite a temper. Somewhere along the road of 'growing up' I learned it really did no good for me or those around me. I think I finally got happy with my life and that made a huge difference.
That silly little song we all sang at some point "don't worry - be happy" is so very true.
I know they seem like no brainer things - but I know a ton of people who do not do at least half of these!
Some people grow older and just never learn.
Take time a do all you can to be a good person, do the right things, and be positive. If we all do that, the world would be a little better. We can make a difference in our lives and maybe with each person we meet. That gets the ball rolling - who knows where it could lead.
Have a wonderful day. Enjoy the remainder of your week.
Do a good thing every day!