Conversation – 21

@oodiebom,

I am right behind you I have not had a week like this in years and I loved every minute of
it.

Blessings to you and your husband I can’t wait for him to get home to you.

@sheba2011

It is a very cool 60 degrees at the moment with temps due to decline into the 40s later. Tomorrow’s temps will have a difficult time getting out of the 60s. I know I should say that the colder temps don’t affect me, but I would be lying. Not sure returning North during the winter months is a good idea. Will wait and see how hubby is doing before making that decision.

Hubby is doing OK. As far as I can tell, the surgery was a success, but he needs to drink more liquids. I don’t think he took more than 2 sips of his water while I was there for over three hours. Since he didn’t finish his dinner, he was asking for cookies or anything chocolate. I had to get permission on this one. Other than that his spirits were high and he is ready to come home. But, he first has to be able to stand and walk.

Hope the next time you vsit your mom, you include Poppy. Seems you were missed. “But, at t he same time, your son made a good substitute.

I am very tired, so will say goodnight for now. Enjoy the rest of your evening.

Oodie, Hope your husband is doing well in his recovery and that got some well needed rest.

You mentioned Hummingbirds and wanting a feeder I think? Anyways, wanted to let you know that we have Hummingbirds here without feeding them. They like some of my blooms and bugs.
Well, I think they are territorial so maybe look into it. When I was sitting in the back yard a few times they buzzed me very closely and yah, I took the hint and went inside. I think they live in a nearby tree and/or under hanging part of the roof.
Take care.

20 percent off…

Sheba, packages on the freeway doesn’t sound too good. Glad you and hubs are safe. Sounds like you diverted through some safer places. I really wish people would slow down and pay attention when they drive. It would be so much safer.

@oodiebom

Hi, how are you and your husband?
So glad he was able to have his procedure and is recovering well. Fingers crossed, soon he will be home Oodie.
I am sure you are making all kinds of plans for his return home. I pray that day is soon.
Tonight the temperatures are going to be 42 degrees, time to place an extra blanket on the bed.
Take care Oodie.🌹

@Sheba 🍁🍁🍁🍁

Hello Sheba 🍂🍂, so glad you had a wonderful time with your mother, your daughters and the rest of your family.
I am sure it’s good to be home, I am also glad you and your hubby made it back safely. Poppy not wanting to leave your side is saying, next time I am going with you 😆.
The Moon is so full and beautiful. Tonight we are going to be in the 40’s, wow! Nothing compare to your temperatures though.
Take care Sheba 🌹

To all in the HSN Community Happy and Safe Holidays. 🎈😎💕

Peeling Away the Layers

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. 😎🎈

Enjoy what you do. 😎🎈

@kittengirl,

Good morning in California Kitten and happy holidays. Thinking of you and I hope all
is well. 💕