In The Country

Growing up in Houston, TX, I never thought I would see the day that I wanted to live in the country.  I was a city girl in the heart even though I can feed chickens, gather eggs, feed hogs, pen up and feed cattle in the winter, harvest corn and hay, etc...
Moving from  Houston to Austin, then to Lago Vista and back to Cedar Park gave me an appreciation of living in the country or living the small town life, but having access to the city when needed.  I know, Austin is not considered a city, but it was city enough for us.  Now, I'm sure Austin is considered a city and Houston is considered "scary".  Moving the the suburb of Charlotte, NC (Mathews, NC) for a while, then out to the mountains of Banner Elk, NC was another big change.  When you live in the "highlands" of North Carolina (which are considered higher than the mountain communities), there are certain times of the year when you could possibly get cut off from everything below you due to the weather.  I didn't feel it much because we were self sufficient and didn't need to work outside of the home.  Tall, Dark and Handsome didn't like the cold though so instead of coming back to Texas (which I found out later, he really wanted to do), we moved to Destin, FL.  That was interesting, we lived in an upscale gated community with the bay on one side and the gulf on the other.  We downsized to a smaller community and ultimately lived in the country of Laurel Hill, FL.  I personally didn't like any part of Florida, but I adapt when needed.  We ended up here in the mountains of north eastern Tennessee not to long ago which I thought was the area we were staying in.  But alas, I am finally told the truth - he wants to move back to Texas.  He provided many excuses, but I know the real reason.  GOLF!  You see, in the Austin/Houston area, golf is plentiful.  There are numerous golf courses and now that Zack is learning to play and knows the game, he has someone to play with or at least teach.  He even knows the area of Texas he wishes to live in.  (Suburb of Austin - Surprise).  I was totally shocked at first.  After contemplating it for a while, I realized that it doesn't matter where we live, it is the family love/togetherness feeling I'm looking for and we haven't had that since we left Texas.  Wow, a big admission coming from me (who said she would never live in Texas again - ha ha).  So, another adventure is formulating.  We shall see where "in the country" we shall call home.

St Valentine's Day

What Day Of The Week Is It?

I used to not know what day of the week it was because we were off of scheduled time.  Now that Tall, Dark and Handsome works a scheduled time schedule (is that even proper English - ha ha ), I do know today is Sunday. 
We took the truck yesterday to the Chevy place to be fixed.  The part was ordered a month ago, but due to Tall, Dark and Handsome's schedule, it couldn't be fixed till yesterday.  Why is it that whenever it goes to the shop to be fixed, it costs at least $500 or more?  Well, anyway, I've been looking at the Mini Cooper Clubman or the Mini Cooper Countryman.  Both are super cool cars for our family,  now that we don't have 5 plus in the vehicle anymore. 
The quilt stand in the picture is something I'm keeping my eye on.  I'm decorating my perfect house and having quilt stands throughout with seasonal quilts are a must.  I don't usually go for lots of decor with the exception of candles and self created photos to hang on the wall, but the quilt stand is interesting.  My decor will revolve around a seasonal wheel of the year theme which I've always wanted (just didn't know it till now). 
Anyway, my coffee is calling me as well as the beds to be made.  Have a peaceful Sunday. (or is it really Sunday) I'll explain this later.  Learning about time in the book "Ordaining Reality" by Joseph Donlan.  Very interesting concept, time is.

Whose Your Best Friend?

I've heard and read all types of information regarding who your best friend is lately.  I guess, since St. Valentine's Day is next week, this has prompted the speculation. 

I'm my best friend or at least this is the concept I'm working on.  I can also say that Tall, Dark and Handsome is my best friend.  Zack and Conner Thor are my best friends too. 
I need to be my own best friend first.  I cannot depend upon anything outside of myself to make me happy, complete, satisfied, etc...If I do that, then I lose control over myself and who wants to do that.  Who wants to relinquish control of themselves to anything or anyone outside of themselves?  If you look around, just about everybody does. 
Humans want to "feel good" first and foremost.  So many humans base "feeling good" on external circumstances that are beyond their control.  I too am guilty of it.  It takes discipline of the mind to get your control back, but most want to take the path of least resistance because it is easier.  Let someone else to me what to do, how to act, how to look, etc...it is easier that way.  What a load of crap! 
I'm beginning the book "Choose Peace and Happiness" on Sunday.  Since it is an anual program, I'm doing week 7 which next week is week 7 of 2011 and week 1 together.  I'm doing two weeks worth of studying and exercises till I catch up.  Next year, I'll begin this book on January 1st just like the Abraham workbook that I'm currently working on daily as well.  So far the Abraham workbook has been a real "eye opener".  I began it on my birthday (August 2010) and it runs for a year as well.  For those that relish weekends,  todays photo is a memory of one of my favorite childhood cartoons, The Banana Splits.  They were popular on Saturday mornings in the late 1960's or early 1970's.  Have a peaceful weekend!

Seeing It Is Believing It

Have you ever heard the words, "seeing it is believing it"?  Did you ever actually wonder what they meant?  Most people see this as a "physical seeing" or seeing it with your own eyes.  I see this as seeing it in your mind.  Did you know if you can see something in your mind, it can happen so you will see it with your physical eyes?  I've been practicing seeing several self constructed scenes in my mind so they will manifest and I can see them with my physical eyes.  It has been fun if you don't take yourself to seriously and by this I mean, expect it, but don't force it.  The fine line between expectation and force.  When you try to hard with action, you are forcing it.  When you sit back and see it happening over and over in your mind with emotion, feeling the wonderfulness of it, that is expectation. It sounds easy and it is probably easier for some than others, but try it.  Make a pact with yourself to try it at least once every day and see what happens.  You might be surprised!
P.S. the photo above is the coolest attic I have ever seen.  The stairs go up to the tower which extends upward from the roof.  Wouldn't you just love to have an attic like this?

Meditation

Some people think meditation, YUK.  I personally had forgotten exactly what meditation could do for me.  It can bring be everything I want and more.  Jeffrey Thompson makes the ultimate in meditation programs if one needs assistance in the process.  I have used "Awakened Mind System 2.0" and "Theta Meditation System". They are all wonderful products if you need guidance to learn the meditation process.
If you want to know more about Jeffrey Thompson, Google search his name.             

 I have also had much success with the DNA Activation program through Shapeshifter which the first level is listed above. (The first level is my favorite).  I can listen with headphones or just play it all night via stereo speakers.  It has a very haunting sound to it. 
Talked to Tall, Dark and Handsome last night.  He has gone from Kingsport, TN to Richmond, VA to Winchester, VA to Lawrenceville, GA to Atlanta, GA to Knoxville, TN and it was only Tuesday evening.  What a full week so far.  "Ole Blue" gets to go to the Chevy dealership Saturday morning to get repaired.  A whole $600 worth of work (ouch) but it needs to be completed.  I've been looking at Mini Coopers.  The new Club Wagon looks promising.  Sounds like a plan for 2011. 
Well, I'm off to get organized.  Have a wonderful Wednesday!