Wednesday, September 29, 2021

So Different - So the Same

I had a post ready for today and changed my mind at the last minute.  I don't know why I do that except that something moves me.
I get so tired of negative stuff and drama in the world.  All the negative posts we make and all the garbage we drum up isn't going to change a thing!  EVER!

I am so humbled to have so many lovely people following along on this little journey of a blog.  You guys are the best.  
We are all different - we come from different countries - we are different ethnicities - we have different religious or spiritual beliefs - some came from money - some from extreme poverty - we are ALL different!
YET - we all have things in common.  We care, we love, we share, we try - we are one.


We each take time out of our day to visit and to share.  We take time to care about one another and to pray and send good thoughts.
Will we change the world?  Maybe not - but like the pic above says - we may change it for one person!  If we all change the world for one person - well, that would make big difference.  Wouldn't that be lovely?

We can't stop the world happenings.  Stuff is going to happen as the powers that be have a plan. 
We CAN however change the world in bits and pieces.   Do good,  Be positive.  Have faith.  Spread only positive and not hate or fear or panic.  
We each have a place in this cosmic thing - and how we respond matters.  
BE WHAT YOU WANT TO SEE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I thank you all for coming along on this journey with me.  I love you all and admire you all.  You have no idea how many MOMENTS you have helped me get through.  I love how we seem to be one big EXTENDED family. 

Wishing you all a blessed day and week!



PS - Your continued thoughts and prayers for Adi seem to be working.  Please don't stop!!!  Thank you.
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38 comments:

  1. Traveling OltmansSeptember 29, 2021 at 9:46 AM

    Lovely post, thank you! And I agree, we can only control ourselves!

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    1. Cheryl KimbleySeptember 29, 2021 at 10:10 AM

      Indeed and I choose to be as joyful as possible. I don't won't the negative and fear intruding my life.
      Thank you!

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    2. AnneSeptember 29, 2021 at 10:40 AM

      Traveling Oltmans, I live in Menifee, California and I was traveling down the 215 the other day and I saw a sign that said OLTMANS construction, or something of that sort. Is that you?

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  2. lejmomSeptember 29, 2021 at 9:58 AM

    Dear one---I agree with all you said. I am so glad I found your wonderful blog and your followers also. So many good folks---brighten my day!

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    1. Cheryl KimbleySeptember 29, 2021 at 10:11 AM

      Thank you!
      Glad you found the blog as well. It is a great group for sure!

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  3. Linda MSeptember 29, 2021 at 10:33 AM

    I will be continuing to pray for Adi!
    Beautiful post! I tell my kids/family...plant good seed! We can try and then see where it goes. You never know, you may make a huge difference bin a person's life. It may not even be yielded today... perhaps down the road. I know I remember things people did for me or said to me long ago. Often, they resonate with me now lots more than they did then. Let's just love those we encounter the best way we can. Thanks so much!

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    1. Cheryl KimbleySeptember 29, 2021 at 11:37 AM

      Wonderful words and advice. Yes, we may not see the results of our actions or words - but they can sure impact others. A kind word or gesture may stop someone from doing the ultimate final deed. YOU will never know - but they will.

      Thanks for planting a good seed!

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  4. LaurieSSeptember 29, 2021 at 11:03 AM

    Great post.

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    1. Cheryl KimbleySeptember 29, 2021 at 11:38 AM

      Thanks dear - I think you know much of what I speak. It just gets old. Let us just lift others up and be positive. That will make a bigger difference.

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  5. DonnaSeptember 29, 2021 at 11:41 AM

    Excellent, common sense post! It all goes back to the Great Commandment: "Love your neighbor as yourself".

    Prayers for Miss Adi!

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  6. maureenlthompsonSeptember 29, 2021 at 1:04 PM

    Lovely post. I read your blog religiously, just not much of a commenter. Keep on posting. XXXXX

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  7. EM GriffithSeptember 29, 2021 at 1:42 PM

    Continued prayers for sweet little Adi, her parents and the whole family.

    I recently did a study of Ecclesiastes [Life in a Fallen World, by Dr. Benjamin Shaw] and your words ring so true. We can choose to encourage one another. To hold each other up. To live with gratitude instead of angst: "And also every man who eats and drinks and sees good in all his labor--it is a gift from God." (Ecc. 3:13)

    Thank you for this post, Cheryl. Grateful for YOU and your readers/commenters today. --Elise

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    1. Cheryl KimbleySeptember 29, 2021 at 3:09 PM

      Elise - Amen. Why not do the good thing and the positive thing - it takes no more and maybe less than it does for negative.
      Love that verse!

      THANK YOU!

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  8. Out My windowSeptember 29, 2021 at 4:41 PM

    You are so right. I know this because you have been such a blessing to me Cheryl. I can't imagine my world without your common sense and advice. We are here to bear one another's burdens and you have certainly bore mine.

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    1. Cheryl KimbleySeptember 29, 2021 at 6:18 PM

      We all help each other. I love this little group!
      Thank you.

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  9. michbSeptember 29, 2021 at 5:27 PM

    thank you for your nice column, God bless!

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  10. JackieSeptember 29, 2021 at 6:20 PM

    Not sure if my first comment posted checking to see what happens with this one.

    God bless.

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  11. JackieSeptember 29, 2021 at 6:21 PM

    Okay it didn't publish. I agree 100% with what you said. I always say that I planted seeds and while I might not see the harvest I will continue to plant those seeds.

    God bless.

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    1. Cheryl KimbleySeptember 30, 2021 at 8:00 AM

      Indeed - it may take time - but it is worth the good gesture.
      Blessings

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  12. ElaineSeptember 30, 2021 at 12:38 AM

    Loved your post Cheryl. I have to tune out the news and noise sometimes to be able to stay positive. I have faith that good will prevail and hope we can all stay positive, loving and do good deeds for others. Continued prayers for baby Adi. Take care.

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    1. Cheryl KimbleySeptember 30, 2021 at 8:01 AM

      Same here. I tune out the news, then I get bombarded on FB with stuff. Sometimes people and groups just need to be turned off.
      Thank You!

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  13. UnknownSeptember 30, 2021 at 1:48 AM

    So glad Adi seems to be improving.

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  14. Grammy DSeptember 30, 2021 at 8:22 AM

    Look for your chat each morning. I always know it will be informative, uplifting and relevant. I just don't say thank you often enough. Thank you

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    1. Cheryl KimbleySeptember 30, 2021 at 9:29 AM

      Oh thank you for saying that. It makes me feel good to know that folks enjoy this little group!

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  15. Holley MSeptember 30, 2021 at 9:36 AM

    Amen!!! Thank you for always being the voice of reason and uplifting things! I know all of your days are not perfect but you always uplift us no matter your circumstances! For that, I am so grateful!

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    1. Cheryl KimbleyOctober 1, 2021 at 6:28 PM

      Thank you. No - there are bad days - many - but we have no choice than to keep on keeping on! That is what we should do.
      I appreciate your words.

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  16. DebbiSeptember 30, 2021 at 6:04 PM

    Thank you Cheryl for your posts. I know I don't come and comment often, but I really do look forward to getting your post and reading what you have to say and what your up to.

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    1. Cheryl KimbleyOctober 1, 2021 at 6:29 PM

      Thank you Debbi. I truly appreciate each and everyone of you.
      This group really keeps me going.
      Glad to have you!!!

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  17. janeSeptember 30, 2021 at 8:48 PM

    Thanks, I always either learn something new from you or nod in agreement because that is exactly the way I do things!

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    1. Cheryl KimbleyOctober 1, 2021 at 6:30 PM

      Love it. Thank you and glad to have you here. We are so much the same - no matter where we are.

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  18. UnknownOctober 1, 2021 at 7:04 AM

    Thank you for your wonderful blog Cheryl. I read regularly but don't usually comment. Every time I visit here I feel like I am surrounded by like minded souls. You have created a place of encouragement and inspiration.

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    1. Cheryl KimbleyOctober 1, 2021 at 6:31 PM

      Oh thank you so much. I just want everyone to have a safe and happy place to be. We have more in common than not.
      I appreciate you all.

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  19. Bevowalsh@gmail..comOctober 1, 2021 at 7:45 AM

    Thankyou so much Cheryl. I love your blog hardly ever comment but today's just resonates so much we need to look for the good and positive so much. Thanks again cheers from Victoria Australia.xx.
    following you every post and smiling just not commenting much I must let you know more often you inspire us.

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    1. Cheryl KimbleyOctober 1, 2021 at 6:27 PM

      Thank you so much. So happy to have you here and neat to see another Aussie! I love how diverse this group is.
      Thank you and you are all my inspiration. I love this group.
      Glad to see you post!

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