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Club Sheba

@sheba2011

Sometimes you feel that everything is down. But remember, as long as your BIL is breathing there is still something that may come along and miracles do happen every single day. You said your BIL is an accomplished pianist. Maybe on rough days an electric keyboard can be the best medicine and your singing as an accompaniment would actually help in that miracle. One never knows what G-d has in store for us

Hubby saw the Physical Therapist. She didn’t stay long and I surmise it was due to the pain in his knee and lower back. He will be asking the physician for medication. Driving the 1300 miles could pose problems for him, though he thinks not. I’m still questioning and right now there is no right or wrong answer.

The kitten is adorable. Someday I will be hearing those purrs again. And someday I will hear the patter of four paws going across the floor .

Weather is beautiful in Florida. Temps are in the mid 80s and no humidity. Good day to go out and do some weeding and just breath some of Florida’s cooler air. Sorry, no rain for now. Maybe things will change by the end of the week.

No spoonbill today. Are you sure he isn’t visiting OZ?????

@sheba2011

Good afternoon to you. A little dreary today but warm in the ‘burgh. That pretty much is the forecast for the rest of the week.

Was not aware it was National Golf Lover’s day, didn’t even know that was a day, yikes! I guess there is a “national” something everyday. My husband’s season with the golf league is over so he may get out one or two more times.

Glad the Chiefs won . . .on to next week. Hockey begins next week. It will be interesting to see what the different teams will do about covid restrictions in their arenas since they are enclosed and not outdoors like football, baseball, golf, etc. Right now when there are concerts in our arena, they request but do not require masks. Two of our players just recently tested positive and they were vaccinated.

For you, Poppy and family – 💖🙏💖🙏💖🙏

Trees Shedding Their Bark

Like a tree, our growth depends upon our ability to soften, loosen, and shed defenses we no longer need.

Trees grow up through their branches and down through their roots into the earth. They also grow wider with each passing year. As they do, they shed the bark that served to protect them but now is no longer big enough to contain them. In the same way, we create boundaries and develop defenses to protect ourselves and then, at a certain point, we outgrow them. If we don’t allow ourselves to shed our protective layer, we can’t expand to our full potential.

Trees need their protective bark to enable the delicate process of growth and renewal to unfold without threat. Likewise, we need our boundaries and defenses so that the more vulnerable parts of ourselves can safely heal and unfold. But our growth also depends upon our ability to soften, loosen, and shed boundaries and defenses we no longer need. It is often the case in life that structures we put in place to help us grow eventually become constricting.

Unlike a tree, we must consciously decide when it’s time to shed our bark and expand our boundaries, so we can move into our next ring of growth. Many spiritual teachers have suggested that our egos don’t disappear so much as they become large enough to hold more than just our small sense of self — the boundary of self widens to contain people and beings other than just “me.” Each time we shed a layer of defensiveness or ease up on a boundary that we no longer need, we metaphorically become bigger people. With this in mind, it is important that we take time to question our boundaries and defenses. While it is essential to set and honor the protective barriers we have put in place, it is equally important that we soften and release them when the time comes. In doing so, we create the space for our next phase of growth. Love it. 😎✨

@kittengirl,

Good morning in California and may this day finds you and your family doing well. ✨

Take care of all your kitties. ✨😘

I am sure your grandson will want some of this. 😎

@shoelady60,

Good day in the ‘burgh. 😘✨I hope you and hubby are enjoying the games.

This is for your husband and I hope he is on the Golf Course having a ball. 😜😎

Blowing kisses at Jake’s Canvas. 😘✨Here is a hug for you for being so nice. 😘

@71flowerchild,

Good morning in the land of enchantment and safe travels back to Texas. ✨😎

Thank you for posting during your vacation. I thank you for the prayers for my family.

This has been a stressful year losing my dad last year, losing my 2 aunts 2 weeks apart
and losing a BIL last year and about to lose another BIL but that is in God’s hand. 🌹

Take care and drive safely back to Texas. Give Jewell and Little D a nice Oz pet. ✨

Enjoy it all and I hope you see the beautiful horses before you leave. 😎

@taci,

Good morning in S California. Taci I saw the oil spill not far from you what a mess.

I hope this is cleaned up and fast. How is the scanner going for your pictures? I hope
it can be a fun project. ✨😎

Oz is alright today and I hope it cools down for you to enjoy your hike. ✨😎

Have fun on the trails. Hope you see something amazing. ✨

@oodiebom,

Good day on the Gulf Coast. ✨😎Hope your husband PT goes well today.

How is your headache? I feel somewhat better today. Hubby is at work and the
house is quiet and that may be a good thing for a few hours. We are still praying
for his brother. 🌹

The kitty is saying meow Oodie. ✨

@xango,

Good day in sunny Florida. 😎Hope this is a good week for you. Oz is beautiful today
so glad we got the leaves up as they are falling again. 😜✨

My sinus feels alright I am getting there. Enjoy your day especially if you can get out.

Stay cool. ✨

@ddshoppy,

Good morning in S. California have a safe week with the grandchildren. I see a lot is
going on in Cali stay safe. ✨

Enjoy! 😎

@defg,

Good day in Maryland hope you and hubby had a safe weekend. ✨