Create what you envision "sometimes"!!!

Creativity is personal in every sense; when things you desire are not within reach, I say create it. I was sick and tired of the cold weather before the official day of winter arrived. I longed for some sunshine and warmth being a native of the Caribbean so something had to give. The Charlotte weather dipped below freezing several times this autumn season so I had to get creative quickly. With plenty of vacation days hoarded throughout the year, I just needed to find the right warm location to expel of them. Due to the cost of travels during the holiday season and finding a last minute ticket at a reasonable price, I settled with driving to South Florida for at least a week. The drive down wasn't too bad as my novel on disk kept my company wee into the morning hours. 

My youngest sister lives here so I love these kinds of vacations. With my car in tote, I'm able to explore any and everywhere while constantly recreating what I envisioned before beginning my vacation. So far it has gone great, swimming at Ft. Lauderdale beach, spa pedicure, napping on the beach, two hour massage, great food and company at a few restaurants, warm outdoor workouts, water shows and the list goes on....

It's official; creating what I desire and need is up to me. 

~~~What have you created for yourself lately?

Appreciation via the Art of Action

I find it imperative for everyone to perfect the "Art of Action". There is no little black book that we can loan from the library electronically and read on our Kindle Fire or purchase from Amazon.com. Currently, it is not in publication with any specific author (s). Instead it has to come from within us and can only become an actual Art when we execute via action. 

These actions are found in us being plain 'ole considerate and thoughtful to each other; especially towards those who cannot do anything for us, and the ones who do but really does not have to. 

If someone does something kind for us, we should say THANK YOU. Naturally, if they continue to assist without asking for anything in return, we should go beyond saying thank you and provide a thoughtful gift of appreciation (personal thank you note, gift or gas card,   favorite food etc). In the end, having that special person know they are appreciated is priceless.  

After our Christmas luncheon today, we were paid to enjoy the afternoon and of course relaxing on the sofa came to mind. Instead of speeding to the house, I used a few hours to buy a few deserving people appreciative gifts. It took a few weeks to decide on the perfect gift, but I am glad it is completed.   

Is there anyone in your life deserving of the Art of Action? Is so, will you consider letting them know you appreciate them in your own special way? 

With Life's hiccups; figure out which route to take..



You & God strolling along





You & a trusted friend; nothing much needs to be said somtimes. Just their company may be suffice. If not, knowing they are there in confidence is invaluable.





Getting away from it all by joining some good ole buds



Some alone time with your thoughts, a good book, a journal and or your favorite wine in your personal quarters

*In the end~~~it's important that during our life's hiccups~~~we know which direction to go as we get back to living a grateful and meaningful life*