Conversation – 16

Good evening Sheba;

Poppy is gorgeous. What an Adogable little man he is! They go straight into our souls. Ari and Chloe were so happy to see him in person.

How are you doing? This has been some stressful period for you. I know you take care of yourself and Poppy takes care of you and you take care of everyone including all of us.

This is a short one tonight. Jerry just had me editing his thank you note to Wolf. I wish there was some way to send you the birthday video.

Stay safe;

Amy.

This is Poppy’s Jacket

This is Poppy he is a pure bred Papillon Dog. I love him more than I can say. 😘😎💕

Releasing Your Expectations

The further you distance yourself from your expectations, the more exhilarating your life will become.

As we endeavor to find personal fulfillment and realize our individual ideals, we naturally form emotional attachments to those outcomes we hope will come to pass. These expectations can serve as a source of stability, allowing us to draft plans based on our visions of the future, but they can also limit our potential for happiness by blinding us to equally satisfying yet unexpected outcomes. Instead of taking pleasure in the surprising circumstances unfolding around us, we mourn for the anticipation left unfulfilled. When we think of letting go of our expectations, we may find ourselves at the mercy of a small inner voice that admonishes us to strive for specific goals, even if they continually elude us. However, the opposite of expectation is not pessimism. We can retain our optimism and free ourselves from the need to focus on specific probabilities by opening our hearts and minds to a wide variety of possible outcomes.

When we expect a situation, event, or confrontation to unfold in a certain way, it becomes more difficult to enjoy the surprises that have the potential to become profound blessings. Likewise, we may feel that we failed to meet our inner objectives because we were unable to bring about the desired results through our choices and actions. Consider, though, that we are all at the mercy of the universal flow, and our best intentions are often thwarted by fate. As you grow increasingly open to unforeseen outcomes, you will be more apt to look for and recognize the positive elements of your new circumstances. This receptivity to the unexpected can serve you well when you are called upon to compromise with others, your life plans seem to go awry, or the world moves forward in an unanticipated manner by granting you the flexibility to see the positive aspects of almost any outcome.

The further you distance yourself from your expectations, the more exhilarating your life will become. Though a situation in which you find yourself may not correspond to your initial wants, needs, or goals, ask yourself how you can make the most of it and then do your best to adapt. Your life’s journey will likely take many unpredicted and astonishing twists because you are willing to release your expectations.

@oodiebom,

Will do Poppy has a coat I put on him for our long walks. I like to exercise and walking
moves every bone in your body. I come in take a shower and I feel great. 😘

I hope the Spoonbills make a stop at your house and have a bit of shrimp. 🤣

Will the world ever be normal again? I am hoping so. 🌹

@kittengirl,

Have a safe morning in S. California. 😎🌹

Enjoy with your family.

@sheba2011

Hi. Here I sit at the computer and believe it or not, I’m freezing though the temp in the house is 71. The A/C is off. We will be lucky to see temps in the 60s today and tonight, dare I say, mid 30s to 40s. We will be stopping at Ollie’s and Aldi’s as well as a pick up at Walmart. I have a favorite soup broth that Walmart carries at a good price, and it’s a free pick up once they inform me that the order is ready. At least I won’t have to go into the store.

Heard from the family and a son may have Covid. Waiting to hear more. Yes, I sent some updates and hopefully, they will relay the message to him. I know they are distraught and will do my best to help, but they may only listen to their physician. Time will tell. The cousin who passed, had Covid and was on life support. There were other complications including COPD which I was not aware of. MSRIP.

So important for people to follow the rules. Dress warm when you go out and make sure Poppy will do the same. Stay safe.

Cherie,

Good Morning in S. California. Be safe that is all I can say. 😘💕😎

@shoelady60,

Good Afternoon in the ‘burgh. 😎😘I am so glad you, your mom and sister had a delightful
day having some fun. Mom wants to know when she can to to Hawaii I love her. 😘💕😎
I want to go too. 🤣Perhaps with time it will be soon enough.

I am making chili today as we are in the 20’s. Hubby likes a hot meal on a cold day.
Poppy always watch hubby as he eats just waiting for some food. We don’t feed him
our food but he does have great dog food. I plan to have him groom next week. 😘😎
SIL is doing fine and recovering from Covid-19. I talked to my brother this morning.
One of my nieces who is only 14 years old is in the hospital for an unrelated health issue.
They are keeping her for observation she is having a problem with throat and she has had
this issue in the past. Yep always something.

Give Jake a nice OZ pet from Poppy and I. 😘 I can’t do my long walk because we do have
some ice on the ground and I cannot take a chance. Stay warm and cozy today. 😘💕

@71flowerchild,

Good day in Texas. I am really concerned about the family. I hope all is well.
Give the fur babies a nice chilly OZ pet. 😘 I miss you. 💕🌹

Enjoy the day in Texas. 😘😎

@taci,

Good Morning in S. California. I know your hands are full with your mother’s estate. 🌹
When the time is right just let us know how you are doing. Take one day at a time.

@oodiebom,

Good Afternoon in Florida. Oodie I am tickled pink you are doing well. What a relief. 😘💕
Moving forward have a good and safe day doing whatever you and hubby can do.

We are very cold here in OZ. I am wearing Uggs Boots in the house and leggings. 😎
The heat is on. 💕😘I am almost jelly of your warm weather. 🤣

How is your husband doing after yesterday? Just relax today if you can.

@bichon18,

Good Afternoon in Florida. Amy I got a kick out of your post about Jerry’s birthday.
I am so glad during these times he was able to enjoy himself. Again I will wish him
Happy Birthday. 🌹😎

You are so funny I miss your humor take good care of Little Ari and Chloe. 😘You know
Poppy is wagging his tail. 🤣 Please have a safe day. 💕

@loaf,

Good Morning in Ohio. I am wishing you and your family a good and safe day. 😘💕🌹😎
Loaf I do hope your computer issues will be fixed I would so like to know how everyone
is doing especially your 7 year old grandson. 😘