Conversation – 16

Bless The Beasts And Children
Song by Carpenters

Bless the beasts and the children,
For in this world they have no voice,
They have no choice.
Bless the beasts and the children,
For the world can never be,
The world they see.
Light their way
When the darkness surrounds them;
Give them love, let it shine all around them.
Bless the beasts and the children;
Give them shelter from a storm;
Keep them safe;
Keep them warm.
Light their way
When the darkness surrounds them;
Give them love, let it shine all around them.
Bless the beasts and the children;
Give them shelter from a storm;
Keep them safe;
Keep them warm.
Bless the beasts and the children;
Give them shelter from a storm;
Keep them safe;
Keep them warm.

Rainy Days and Mondays
Song by Carpenters

Talkin’ to myself and feelin’ old
Sometimes I’d like to quit
Nothin’ ever seems to fit
Hangin’ around
Nothin’ to do but frown
Rainy days and Mondays always get me down
What I’ve got they used to call the blues
Nothin’ is really wrong
Feelin’ like I don’t belong
Walkin’ around
Some kind of lonely clown
Rainy days and Mondays always get me down
Funny, but it seems I always wind up here with you
Nice to know somebody loves me
Funny, but it seems that it’s the only thing to do
Run and find the one who loves me (the one who loves me)
What I feel has come and gone before
No need to talk it out (talk it out)
We know what it’s all about
Hangin’ around (hangin’ around)
Nothin’ to do but frown
Rainy days and Mondays always get me down
Funny, but it seems that it’s the only thing to do (only thing to do)
Run and find the one who loves me (ooh)
What I feel has come and gone before
No need to talk it out (to talk it out)
We know what it’s all about
Hangin’ around (hangin’ around)
Nothin’ to do but frown
Rainy days and Mondays always get me down
Hangin’ around (hangin’ around)
Nothin’ to do but frown
Rainy days and Mondays always get
Me down

Club Sheba

@defg,

Happy Birthday to your husband. 🌹Have a good time. Let me know how it goes. 🌹😎

Yes, by all means, I was definitely just kidding!😊
No competition from me on this thread! Not by a long shot!!☺ I will explain later. DH has a birthday and we are going to Fisherman’s Inn in Graysonville, MD, near Kent Island, for their great seafood. We are normally night people. I’ll write you later – soon. Have a great day!😘

Coming at Conflict with an Open Heart

Conflict should always be met with open ears and an open heart.

Conflict is an unavoidable part of our lives because our beliefs and modes of being often contrast powerfully with those of our loved ones, acquaintances, and associates. Yet for all the grief disagreements can cause, we can learn much from them. The manner in which we handle ourselves when confronted with anger or argument demonstrates our overall level of patience and the quality of our energetic states. To resolve conflict, no matter how exasperating the disagreement at hand, we should approach our adversary with an open heart laden with compassion. Judgments and blame must be cast aside and replaced with mutual respect. Conflict is frequently motivated by unspoken needs that are masked by confrontational attitudes or aggressive behavior. When we come at conflict with love and acceptance in our hearts, we empower ourselves to discover a means to attaining collective resolution.

The key to finding the wisdom concealed in conflict is to ask yourself why you clash with a particular person or situation. Your inner self or the universe may be trying to point you to a specific life lesson, so try to keep your ears and eyes open. Once you have explored the internal and external roots of your disagreement, make a conscious effort to release any anger or resentment you feel. As you do so, the energy between you and your adversary will change perceptibly, even if they are still operating from a more limited energy state. Consider that each of you likely has compelling reasons for thinking and feeling as you do, and accept that you have no power to change your adversary’s mind. This can help you approach your disagreement rationally, with a steady voice and a willingness to compromise.

If you listen thoughtfully and with an empathetic ear during conflict, you can transform clashes into opportunities to compromise. Examine your thoughts and feelings carefully. You may discover stubbornness within yourself that is causing resistance or that you are unwittingly feeding yourself negative messages about your adversary. As your part in disagreements becomes gradually more clear, each new conflict becomes another chance to further hone your empathy, compassion, and tolerance. AMEN 😎

@kittengirl,

Please be safe in California sending Kitty Hugs. 😘

Cherie,

Wishing you well in S. California. Please stay safe with the children. 😘💕😎

@shoelady60,

Good Afternoon in the ‘burgh. 😘💕😎How are you today? I know you are looking
forward to seeing your mom and sister. I am so glad your sister is staying until March. 🌹

How is your weather we have something coming this way right now it is just downright
cold. 🤣

Give Jake a nice OZ hug>😘💕😎I love your dog. This morning I went out back and played
with the two dogs back there one being Poppy’s playmate no worries the fence divides
them. I love Nora as if she were my own dog. 💕😘 Wishing you a safe day and if time
permits Heidi Daus will be on at 3:00 p.m. EST.

@71flowerchild,

Good day in Texas you are missed so much and so are the fur babies. 😘💕🌹

Whatever it is you will get through it. 😘💕

@taci,

Good Morning in California. 😎When will you go back to AZ for your mother’s
things? I know it is daunting. Just take it slow. Your hiking days will be back soon
enough I plan to hit the ground for a longer walk later I really need this my body does
not feel right when I don’t walk or exercise properly. Catch Heidi Daus if you can. 😘💕

@oodiebom,

Good Afternoon in Florida. 😘I bet you are knee deep in your husband’s closet. 🤣
I hope you find a real treasure in some of those boxes. 😎

Stay warm if it is chilly there. I took Poppy for a short walk I plan a longer one later
today. 😘I need to get out and get some fresh air. My body needs a good workout with
the walks I do. I feel great when the endorphins kick in.

I hope you can catch Heidi Daus today. Enjoy your Cousin’s Visit. I can’t wait until all
this Covid-19 is over. Everyday there is something new. Anywhoo enjoy your day. 💕

@bichon18,

Good day in Florida. Amy this is a shout out to you and Jerry. Have a safe day. 💕😘🌹
I know you know Heidi Daus will be on today. 😎💕Dust those cards off and get shopping. 🤣

Sending OZ hugs to Chloe and Little Ari. 😘