Conversation – 15

@bichon18,

I hope you have a lovely day. ♥ Put your feet up and relax. Did you get your Marla Wynne?
I love my Heidi Daus TS Ring I need to leave a review. ♥

@kittengirl,

Have a great day. 🙂

@loaf,

Missing you and I hope you are cool today as we are very hot.

Giving Without Expectations

It is in the act of giving that we find joy, without the expectation of anything in return.

Since giving and receiving are so intimately intertwined in our lives, we often expect that we can attract abundance by simply conducting ourselves in an openhanded fashion. Yet we find ourselves wallowing in disappointment when our ample generosity is not met with the expected results. The answer to this quandary lies in the expectations that, in part, initially prompted us to give. Though our intention is likely pure, we can unintentionally mar the beautiful experience of giving by focusing on what we will eventually receive in return. When we let go of the notion that we deserve to receive gifts based on giving gifts, bounty can once again flow freely in and out of our lives.

When the gifts you give are laden down with expectations, they cease to be gifts and become units of exchange that you are, in effect, trading for some reward. Thus, the reciprocal laws of the universe err on the side of the giver who shares for the sake of sharing. You may have seen this simple truth at work in your own experience, perhaps when life’s busyness prevented you from spending too much time contemplating the results your charitable actions would ultimately have on the lives of others. It was likely then that you received the greatest gifts in return for your kindness. If you have trouble divesting yourself of your expectations, you may need to reflect upon the root of your inability to act in the true spirit of giving. Each time you make a gift, whether spiritual or tangible, ask yourself if there is something you hope to receive in return. You may be surprised to discover that you expect to be repaid with an easy life, financial windfalls, or opportunities.

To integrate this most selfless form of generosity into your life, you will have to let go of your need to be in control. Accepting that while like inevitably attracts like, it typically does so on an unobservable timetable. This can help you stop weighing the gifts you give against those you have received. Giving eventually becomes a profound joy that stands alone, separate from any and all conditions, and you will learn to appreciate the flow of reciprocal abundance as a gift in and of itself.

Cherie,

Thank you for your kind thoughts. This Aunt has been my life almost half my life.
I was surprised it was so serious because she travels a lot. I have to muster every
ounce of courage just to walk through the hospice doors. I have to think of a song
that can get me through this. I have to hurry as this will be in a couple of days.

I will be happy to see her she is older then my parents. I will tell you more after the visit.

I have been outside this morning and I am feeling ok. I called my mom to check on her and
she is fine. Sister is not in much pain as she was earlier in the week. Wish I had a magic wand
to turn back time. ♥ I know circle of life. 🙂 I will not let her down. Thank you for the pic. 🙂

@taci …. Hmm London …. Looks tempting. My Cousin and her daughter just came back from staying in Paris for a month. It looks and sounds Beautiful. Thanks for the tip TACI, but Cherie is still too chicken to leave the Good Ole USA ….. yet.

Cherie understands a lot about having “Vivid Dreams”, Sheba. You are so right to visit her in your “Killer Style Fashion”, You make her happy. As far as her giving you something, I think she knows you have all that you want but don’t forget to be gracious about something she has planned to give you or TELL you. Just Cherie’s opinions, you know her best, I think it really says a lot when someone is asking to see you at this point in their lives. How do you say Goodbye …. You Don’t. Love her and the moment you two will be sharing. You’re a Treasure Sheba♥ … Take Care Ladies!

Peace Out Peeps! Have a wonderful evening and be safe.

Oh Cherie look up the Moon is stunning. ♥

Shout out to all the girls. 🙂

Just enjoy and LOL! 🙂

Too Cool! LOL!

Star Trek Cats. ♥ LOL!