Hello Super-Stars! I hope you are all doing well. I wrote a blog posting about friendship on April 28, 2008. I must admit that I have not done a very good job of staying in touch with my friends, nor have I spent much time since then cultivating new friendships, as I advocated so doing in that blog. Today, my best friend from High School, is celebrating a birthday or, more likely, bemoaning getting older. We have had our ups and downs over the years...I would say most of the "downs" were when we were young and ignorant...hmmm, I guess getting older does have its advantages. Anyhow, this blog posting is dedicated to my friend Curt.
Remember, my friend, that a laugh is just a call away; that my shoulders are always strong enough to carry your burdens for awhile; that the memories we share will always be treasured ones; that just the sound of your voice can make me smile; that your secrets are still in my vault; that you are still on a pedestal as far as I'm concerned; that I think of you often and wonder how you are and what you might be doing; that knowing we still stay in touch, after all these years, means the world to me; that you are loved more than you know; that I will always be here for you; that I love that when we talk, we seem to simply pick up the conversation where we left off; that today of all days is special because you were brought into the world; and, had that not happened, who knows where I would be...your friendship changed my life...even saved my life...it certainly made High School bearable.
Today, my best friend from High School will become older than me for just over a month. Yes, I know, I must respect my elders...LOL. So, HAPPY BIRTHDAY Curt!!! You're the best and I know with age you are getting better...just like a smooth French Cognac or bottle of fine wine. With some things, older is better. THANK GOD! By the way, perhaps it's time we set-up at least a monthly weekend phone call to keep our friendship alive and fresh. Then, we will be able to honor the friendship that got us through High School and beyond. Love ya. Ciao!
In love & light and, with much appreciation,
Glenna :-)
Wednesday, August 27, 2008
Friday, August 22, 2008
Accountability
Hello Super-Stars! I hope you are all doing well. Whether we make a mistake or do something spectacular, we are accountable for our actions. Everyday choices have a profound impact on our lives. When we err, it is important to make amends and repair any damage we may have done...this is especially important when dealing with people...loved ones, acquaintances and co-workers alike. To tell someone we are sorry, admitting our fault, and to ask for their forgiveness is the ultimate act of accountability and, a brave and right action. Hopefully, a relationship has not been damaged beyond repair, but if it has, you may go forward knowing that you took the courageous path. Keep in mind that a forgiving heart is a warm heart.
On the other hand, when we have accomplished something of note, it is ourselves to whom we are accountable. You will be most successful when you strive for the excellence that will feed your own satisfaction and not for the adulation of others. In the end, it is ourselves we must live with and, we will sleep much better knowing we have done our best. Yes, it is nice to get recognition for our accomplishments, but in the end it is ourselves we must acknowledge and love unconditionally; to do so, allows us to love others equally well. Keep in mind, it is also a good thing for us to congratulate those who have excelled or had something wonderful happen to them; being happy for an other's achievement is a loving action.
So, as you go forward in your daily activities, remember to take responsibility for your actions. Be brave enough to admit fault. Be open to an other's need to be forgiven...just as you will need that same reaction from time to time. Accountability is an important part of the "Super-Star" journey; be sure to give yourself room for thoughtful consideration of your actions and how they have affected your environment; be ready to take the brave and right action. Be thankful for all your blessings, and the blessings of others. Go forward promoting Love, Civility and Peace.
Think - Live - Be - A Super-Star!
In love & light and, with much appreciation,
Glenna :-)
On the other hand, when we have accomplished something of note, it is ourselves to whom we are accountable. You will be most successful when you strive for the excellence that will feed your own satisfaction and not for the adulation of others. In the end, it is ourselves we must live with and, we will sleep much better knowing we have done our best. Yes, it is nice to get recognition for our accomplishments, but in the end it is ourselves we must acknowledge and love unconditionally; to do so, allows us to love others equally well. Keep in mind, it is also a good thing for us to congratulate those who have excelled or had something wonderful happen to them; being happy for an other's achievement is a loving action.
So, as you go forward in your daily activities, remember to take responsibility for your actions. Be brave enough to admit fault. Be open to an other's need to be forgiven...just as you will need that same reaction from time to time. Accountability is an important part of the "Super-Star" journey; be sure to give yourself room for thoughtful consideration of your actions and how they have affected your environment; be ready to take the brave and right action. Be thankful for all your blessings, and the blessings of others. Go forward promoting Love, Civility and Peace.
Think - Live - Be - A Super-Star!
In love & light and, with much appreciation,
Glenna :-)
Wednesday, August 13, 2008
Milestones: The Life Markers We Hold Dear
Hello Super-Stars! I hope you are all doing well. The variety of milestones each of us have had mark significant advances we have made along this journey we call life. Losing your first tooth and waiting for the "Tooth Fairy" to leave money under our pillow; starting Kindergarten...my beginning in this was fraught with much drama but that is another story...okay, I spit in the teacher's face the first day...yes, quite the little hellion, but my older brother had scared the living daylights out of me and I was scared...I'm not sure that the teacher, Mrs. Swanson, was quite ready for the likes of me, but we ended up having a good year...I really was a nice little girl...at least that was what Mrs. Swanson wrote on her end-of-the-year note to me. Anyhow, back to our milestones...each year we celebrate many occasions; birthdays, anniversaries, religious events depending on our faith and any number of other significant events along the way.
Some of these events become precious memories which we treasure forever, some are forgotten as we grow older and perhaps become less attuned to what might have once been important to us, and yet others become things that always bring a good laugh...just like that first day of Kindergarten always does for me (please, go ahead, laugh all you want.) That wasn't a very "Super-Starry" kind of day for me, but I learned that spitting at your teacher was not a very nice thing to do nor, to do to anyone else for that matter. The point is that the memories we make are determined by the choices we have made. How we remember these events is influenced by how we thought and felt about the happening. And, the more important the event is to us, the more details we will remember and treasure.
My Step-Grandmother is turning an amazing 100 years old August 14th; most of the extended family of children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren and others from near and far are gathering this weekend to celebrate her birthday. I can only imagine the many milestones her life must hold. The good times and bad, the gifts that life gives and the losses endured, the transformation the world has seen since 1908; two World Wars, the Great Depression, and countless events and history witnessed during such a long-lived life. We too are making our own history each day we live and breathe. Are we making good choices? Are our thoughts and feelings being used to the good? Are we living a "Super-Star" life? I believe Nana would appreciate knowing that we are always doing the best we are able to make the world a better place. Happy Birthday, Nana...you go girl!!!
In love & light and, with much appreciation,
Glenna :-)
Some of these events become precious memories which we treasure forever, some are forgotten as we grow older and perhaps become less attuned to what might have once been important to us, and yet others become things that always bring a good laugh...just like that first day of Kindergarten always does for me (please, go ahead, laugh all you want.) That wasn't a very "Super-Starry" kind of day for me, but I learned that spitting at your teacher was not a very nice thing to do nor, to do to anyone else for that matter. The point is that the memories we make are determined by the choices we have made. How we remember these events is influenced by how we thought and felt about the happening. And, the more important the event is to us, the more details we will remember and treasure.
My Step-Grandmother is turning an amazing 100 years old August 14th; most of the extended family of children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren and others from near and far are gathering this weekend to celebrate her birthday. I can only imagine the many milestones her life must hold. The good times and bad, the gifts that life gives and the losses endured, the transformation the world has seen since 1908; two World Wars, the Great Depression, and countless events and history witnessed during such a long-lived life. We too are making our own history each day we live and breathe. Are we making good choices? Are our thoughts and feelings being used to the good? Are we living a "Super-Star" life? I believe Nana would appreciate knowing that we are always doing the best we are able to make the world a better place. Happy Birthday, Nana...you go girl!!!
In love & light and, with much appreciation,
Glenna :-)
Saturday, August 9, 2008
Universal Teamwork
Hello Super-Stars! I hope you are all doing well. Teamwork is described as, "Work done in harmony by a group of people for a common cause." The 2008 Summer Olympics opened in China yesterday amid much fanfare and an incredible opening ceremony which, in my opinion, was truly a masterpiece of creative teamwork. Many of the sporting contests will require intense teamwork, while others will be determined by the ability of a lone athlete; yet, it is through the teamwork of coaches and such that the lone athlete has reached the pinnacle of competing at such a coveted event as the Olympics.
Consider the strength a Worldwide team promoting Love, Civility and Peace would accomplish. Imagine millions, and even the billions, of people around the globe working in concert to reach the goal of a "Super-Star" world. Yes, there is much to be settled between the various peoples of this planet Earth. However, living a "Super-Star" life, promoting Love, Civility and Peace by a coordinated Universal Team would surely bring about infinite results and allow the world to realize a brighter future.
I believe the role of "Super-Stars" is to bring about a world of Love, Civility and Peace and is more than worth the effort. The many Olympians on the verge of showing the world just how much their dedication to training, coupled with their intense desire to achieve their best, is a fine example of what is needed to succeed in any arena. Let's all practice Universal Teamwork as "Super-Stars" promoting a world of Love, Civility and Peace!!! "Work done in harmony by a group of people for a common cause."
Think - Live - Be - A Super-Star!
With love & light and, much appreciation,
Glenna :-)
Consider the strength a Worldwide team promoting Love, Civility and Peace would accomplish. Imagine millions, and even the billions, of people around the globe working in concert to reach the goal of a "Super-Star" world. Yes, there is much to be settled between the various peoples of this planet Earth. However, living a "Super-Star" life, promoting Love, Civility and Peace by a coordinated Universal Team would surely bring about infinite results and allow the world to realize a brighter future.
I believe the role of "Super-Stars" is to bring about a world of Love, Civility and Peace and is more than worth the effort. The many Olympians on the verge of showing the world just how much their dedication to training, coupled with their intense desire to achieve their best, is a fine example of what is needed to succeed in any arena. Let's all practice Universal Teamwork as "Super-Stars" promoting a world of Love, Civility and Peace!!! "Work done in harmony by a group of people for a common cause."
Think - Live - Be - A Super-Star!
With love & light and, much appreciation,
Glenna :-)
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