When you have a loved one that is sick, you know how short and precious life is. But the day-to-day grind of life can wipe it from your mind. This list helps me stay focused on what is important each day and keeps my focus on what is important.
1. Upon arising in the morning, one must immediately say “My goal today is….”
2. Live with the 3 Es: Energy, Enthusiasm and Empathy.
3. Play more games than last year.
4. Read more books than last year.
5. Look at the sky at least once a day, appreciating the majesty of the world that surrounds us.
6. Smile and laugh more often.
7. Make peace with your past, so as not to ruin your present.
8. Learn something new every day.
9. Work will not take care of us when we are sick. Our friends will. Stay in contact with them.
10. Each day, before going to sleep, say: I am thankful for _______________. Today, I succeeded in _____________________.
My friend gave birth to a happy, healthy baby on the 13th. I remember a time when she experienced a great tragedy and now she is experiencing a great joy. The cycle of life which is ever changing gives us strength during the challenges we face. I hold unto this each day, no matter what the future holds.
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Thanks for this blog. My dog, Roscoe, was recently diagnosed with cancer, and I help staying on track with making his days as good as they can be while I deal (reluctantly) with "real life." Your post about things to remember will come in handy...
ReplyDeleteI am sorry to hear of your pup Roscoe. There will be moments of sadness but I look at my pups for how they live their lives in the moment, which helps me from focusing on what will be the future outcome.
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