“KITTING AROUND”
BLOG 307–Planning Beforehand
Don’t sleepwalk through life.
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I WANT TO INSPIRE YOU TO LIVE DIFFERENTLY AND BETTER!
*** A world-class juggler/performer.
*** The value that every moment has.
*** Only YOU know what is best for you.
*** Going through a 37-day coma — Yikes!
*** The joy I experience in life is a wondrous thing!
*** It was a life-altering experience that gave me joy.
*** This blog looks best when viewed on a laptop.
*** If you read through Facebook, see>Kit’s Website
*** Despite being hit by two trucks, I remain happy.
*** What do you want to accomplish before you die?
*** I lived in my van for six years, which was very nice.
*** I visited all US national parks and met Beth.
*** Beth and I married on 2/22/22 at 2:22.
*** But sadly, our divorce is imminent.
*** What are you genuinely passionate about?
*** What do you want to accomplish?
*** You cannot change the past.
*** Remember, the future will come.
*** All you have is now—ALWAYS!
*** Have you seen >>Video about Kit
BE TAKEN AWAY WITH ME
ON WONDERFUL ADVENTURES!
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WHY I WRITE THIS BLOG
You will have many in your life who assist and teach; I hope I help guide you. I want to lighten your path toward excellence. I am not trying to show you “the way”; I am trying to help you find “your way.” Writing this blog each week is new and different for me each time—I love it! In other words, I hope to continually add to your life and bring you to a higher level. Your life should always be starting again–a better life each time!
I WANT TO INSPIRE YOU WITH MY WORDS –WORDS HAVE POWER! They can fill you with optimism and empower you to think positively.
Are you accomplishing what you want before your eventual demise?
You can (and should) make changes to improve your life — at every age. Let this thought motivate and drive you towards self-improvement.
Of course, that leads to helping others to have a better life.
We all need to help each other to reach a higher level.
MY EXPERIENCES
You already know much about what I write, and I want to remind you of these ideas and show that my views can provide you with additional thoughts, along with yours, to help you.
I hope to spread ideas from my life so you can live better.
Remember — only you know what is best for you.
And — you are only as young as the last time you changed your mind!
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YES, YOU STILL HAVE TIME TO FIND YOUR SUCCESS!
THINK — AND THEN THINK AGAIN.
WHAT NEW STORIES ARE YOU READY TO WRITE?
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OPENING WORDS
I am so lonely out here on the road. I heard from Beth, who wrote that she never wants to hear from or see me again. I am shocked. We had a good relationship, but she has also cut off all communication with me. This makes me very unhappy.
I heard from Dave Finnigan https://www.facebook.com/davefinnigan/.
And Cindy Marvell https://cindymarvell.com/.
Thank you for your words; you are both good friends and so good to hear from you.
WILL I HEAR FROM YOU SOON?
I focused on my van and the necessary improvements. The brakes were so bad that it was hard to stop, so of course, I had to fix that problem. Two more days of rain are expected, and the temperature will increase to about 70. The bill for the van was over $500, and that hurt.
I am at Walmart, waiting for my van’s oil change. The appointment is scheduled for 11 a.m., but I have been there since about 8, and they can’t fit me in yet.
Where to go next- I have no idea.
I came to Florida for the warmth.
The north had a cold spell, which was kind of scary.
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BLOG 307–PLANNING BEFOREHAND
I thought of this blog post while preparing for the upcoming Arctic blast. There are things I can do to stay warmer in the van. I have a blanket and a sheet insert, and I wore two pairs of socks and a sleepy bag that goes down to 0 degrees centigrade. I was warm, even though it got down to 0 degrees centigrade. (0 equals 32 degrees Fahrenheit—freezing.) I sleep using a sock or sheet to cover me before getting into my sleepy bag.
About the human sleeve, as I call it. The sleepy bag is big and complex to wash at times. So, my daughter Jasmine made an insert that covers me like a big sock. This was made with a sheet from a double bed, folded in half long ways, and sewed on one side, and one end was sewn. So, I get into this before getting into the sleepy bag.
If you are alone in life (sorry), you can make this body cover for any bed. To use this method, you only have to turn the sheet or sock inside out and wash it every week or two. You then wash the bedding sheets and blankets a few times a year.
It’s never too early to start planning for your future. However, the sooner you start, the better off you’ll be. You must take action now if you want a life filled with hope, promise, and potential. This blog post often discusses planning tips for achieving your hopes, goals, and dreams.
Planning can help you manage your life, reach and set goals, and get more done. Consider what you want to achieve and set clear goals. Make a plan: Create an action plan to help you achieve your goals. Then stick to it until you achieve what you want.
First, break down your plan into smaller tasks to make it easier to control. You may need to check in on your plan and adjust it as needed. You need to identify your needs before they become problems. Create a “not-to-do list” to identify tasks you don’t want to do or prevent you from being productive.
Find ways to overcome these challenges and difficulties before they become too overwhelming. One option is to create a budget to help you manage your finances and reach your goals. Another is to plan for the future: Consider how you want to be cared for when you are old, and make arrangements as necessary.
Planning can help you feel more in control of your life and motivate you to keep working towards your plans and goals. Even though your future is often uncertain, you can succeed by planning for it now. We don’t know what good or bad things will happen; learn to change with the changes.
You may hear some advice that it’s better to be present in the moment and enjoy life for what it is. While this advice can help remove unnecessary worries about the future, it doesn’t mean we should stop caring about our future.
On the contrary, it doesn’t hurt to make plans, think about the ideal life you want, and then take action toward fulfilling your goals and plans. No matter how bleak the current scenario is, who knows if you can make it and fulfill what you have planned for your life? MAKE IT HAPPEN!
If you want to plan your life, it’s ideal to do it while still young. This way, you can still make corrections and have time and opportunity to make changes. Have your children start this early. They can learn to make plans as early as they are still in school.
One can excel in the subjects that will help them fulfill their goal and pursue the necessary college degree. However, many young people will probably not think too deeply about such matters and will take whatever course they believe will make them profit.
Money can be a big part of making plans for the future, so most people will probably make plans once they get a job since they are already earning money. Still, when one plans for the future, starting early is better so you can have more freedom in making adjustments.
A spot where you can be by yourself without distractions and think hard about what matters to you, what gives you fulfillment and happiness, and what vision you want to achieve ultimately. Finally, think about the ideal life you want to have and what you can do to make that life a reality.
Keeping an open mind when creating such plans is important because things can change anytime, and you may even have to change your ultimate goals. What’s essential is maintaining your motivation and productivity to see things through and determine whether your efforts will succeed.
EMBRACE THE PRESENT MOMENT — EVERY SINGLE INSTANT!
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WORDS TO INSPIRE YOU!
Inspirational quotes and sayings have a unique ability to change the way we feel about life and can change our thoughts. They are attractive, challenging, and essential on our path to joy and happiness and finding ways to inspire ourselves and others.
THE BURST!
Inspirational quotes and ideas give us a quick and timely burst of wisdom to regain our focus, offering the inspiration needed for the day or occasion. I hope the words below bring a smile to your face and drive you to make this day and every day a fantastic event.
BE POSITIVE!
Just as positive words can make someone smile, and a well-timed amusing quote can make someone laugh, your thoughts react to the world in real time. Have this control! You have complete control over only one thing in the universe—YOUR THINKING!—and that’s where motivational quotes come in!
“YOU”
Your quality of thinking and how you think and feel about yourself, including your beliefs and expectations about what is possible, determine everything in your life. Use quotes to move ahead in your life.
SELF-TALK IS SO ESSENTIAL—THINK RIGHT!
To stay motivated, you have to use each day as an opportunity to improve and get closer to your goals. It might sound like a lot of work—and with your busy schedule—next to impossible. But you can do it! Motivational words, yes, are just words. But they are positive words; they will keep you on track.
QUOTES
Motivational quotes affect our brain, behavior, and lives because they make us feel like we are in control of our success and have self-efficacy. Quotes make us believe that we have the confidence to complete a task successfully, which is different from having the motivation to succeed.
QUOTES WILL BENEFIT YOU!
Positive and inspiring quotes can be like sunshine on a cloudy day. They inject optimism into our thoughts, brighten our mood, and help us focus on the good in life. They remind us that even in the face of adversity, we can see the silver lining and embrace a positive attitude.
PEARLS OF WISDOM
In a world filled with challenges and indecisiveness, the power of inspirational quotes cannot be exaggerated. These pearls of wisdom uniquely uplift our spirits, can spark positive change, and fuel our motivation often when we need it most.
WORDS WILL CHANGE YOU!
The correct motivational quote can change you and things—helping you ditch the excuses, escape your comfort zone, and take action. Read these words with an open mind and learn to improve your life.
THESE QUOTES
When you read these quotes, you’ll also realize that many other people worldwide are experiencing these feelings. These feelings make you think you’re the only person who could feel this bad. But you’re not. Lots and lots of other people feel bad, too. This is the irony of it. You don’t want other people to feel crappy, but it does make you feel better or at least comforted to know that other people feel just as bad as you.
READ CAREFULLY
These quotes can be used when you wake up or prepare for work.
You can write your favorite quotes somewhere where you can see them first thing in the morning.
These quotes are motivating, inspiring, and encouraging.
They will help you see your potential, stay motivated, and see the beauty in every morning.
Use them to your advantage!
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I HOPE THE FOLLOWING WORDS ADD TO YOUR LIFE >>
1) “Give me six hours to chop down a tree, and I will spend the first four sharpening the axe.” – Abraham Lincoln
2) “Good fortune is what happens when opportunity meets with planning.” – Thomas Edison
3) “A plan is a list of actions arranged in whatever sequence is thought likely to achieve an objective.” – John Argenti
4) “Someone’s sitting in the shade today because someone planted a tree a long time ago.” – Warren Buffett
5) “If you don’t know where you are going, you’ll end up someplace else.” – Yogi Berra
6) “Our goals can only be reached through a vehicle of a plan, in which we must fervently believe, and upon which we must vigorously act. There is no other route to success.” – Pablo Picasso
7) “Always plan ahead. It wasn’t raining when Noah built the ark.” – Richard Cushing
8) “It is not the strongest of the species that survive, not the most intelligent, but the one most responsive to change.” – Charles Darwin
9) “The afternoon knows what the morning never suspected.” – Robert Frost
10) “Never look back unless you are planning to go that way.” – Henry David Thoreau
11) “There are some people who live in a dream world, and there are some who face reality; and then there are those who turn one into the other.” – Douglas H. Everett
12) “Plans are only good intentions unless they immediately degenerate into hard work.” – Peter Drucker
13) “I don’t believe in failure. It’s not a failure if you enjoy the process.” – Oprah Winfrey
14) “Chance favors the prepared mind.”– Louis Pasteur
15) “Unless commitment is made, there are only promises and hopes; but no plans.” – Peter F. Drucker
16) “Make no little plans; they have no magic to stir men’s blood. Make big plans, aim high in hope and work.” – Daniel H. Burnham
17) “Plan your work for today and every day, then work your plan.” – Margaret Thatcher
18) “No plan ever failed due to good planning.” – Jury Nel
19) “The time to repair the roof is when the sun is shining.” – John F. Kennedy
20) “It’s not the plan that’s important, it’s the planning.” – Dr. Gramme Edwards
YOU MUST IMPROVE THE QUALITY OF YOUR THINKING,
YOU CAN CHANGE YOUR LIFE’S DIFFERENTIA—SOMETIMES INSTANTLY!
COMPOSE A NOBLE BOOK AND WRITE A BEST-SELLER.
YOU ARE AMAZING—PLAY YOUR PART!
YOU CAN TURN THINGS AROUND FAST AND ACHIEVE YOUR
WILDEST DREAMS NO MATTER WHERE YOU ARE IN LIFE!
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MY DAILY JOTTINGS >>
Each week goes by so quickly, don’t you think?
It seems like time is going by faster and faster.
You must live joyfully, daily, for each day!
Do you know what you did last Monday?
Do you remember what you ate for dinner last Thursday?
Keep track of your doings for a few weeks; you will see your time differently.
Remember, the quality of your life depends on what you do each day–each moment!
1/18–The rains have started. All day today, I drove through the raindrops. I went to a few libraries to spend time and work on stuff, but I found that they were all closed. So, I am at a McDonald’s, eating a Mcchicken, and working on my computer.
I’ve even considered checking into a motel to spend time, but that costs money. Most motels have internet access now, and there’s always the TV, but I will be alright sitting and working and then, later, sleeping in the van.
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Yes, it is a peculiar life I lead.
But I don’t know how to change things.
Today is Saturday, and libraries are all closed, like tomorrow. 
With rain coming down, figuring out what to do is difficult. I’m going south; I have no destination. I guess I will get back in the van and drive further south. On my map, I noticed Myrtle Beach was just east of where I was.
My friend, juggler Niels Duinker, lives in Myrtle Beach. I sent him a message about stoppijg to see him, and he got right back to me. He is currently traveling on a cruise ship while performing. I am hoping he will be back when I travel back north. Here is Niels >> Niels Duinker – Comedy Juggling Show
The rain continues to fall. I have driven to Myrtle Beach and will look around. It is a tourist town, and I am not a tourist. Right now, I am at a McDonald’s using their Wi-Fi. I’m not even going to buy any food; I am not hungry. Am I happy — the answer is no.
I found the map showing Marion National Forest right ahead, so I had to go. The mini houses built here are very nice places to live. I slept for the night when they were building a new home.
I want to clean, build, and organize the van so the rain will not be here tomorrow. I have much to do. Tonight, I expect it to be absolutely quiet and spectacularly dark. I’m hoping for a good sleep. Last week, I bought a big bottle of wine. As the volume diminishes, I’m enjoying it right now. Cheers, my friend.
I’m feeling better all the time. It’s great to be in the forest again; I’ve missed that much. Tomorrow, I should find more woods to go through.
So, until February 20th, I will be roaming around Florida. Do you have any suggestions on where to go or who to see? I may even come and visit you. Can you imagine spending a month in Florida? I wish a bear would show up. All my life, I wanted to play patty cake with a bear.
1/19–Slept until about 4:30. Everything was dark, rainy, and scary.
It was Sunday, and I had to go to church. Although I have attended church services worldwide, they all seem somewhat similar; this was my first time at a church in the Bible Belt. What a passionate group of people!
I hate to write in black and white, but I was the only white person there. This passionate group would applaud at the slightest thing. There were about 60 people there, including 10 kids. All these people were so happy it was Sunday. At one point, everyone went up front, and many fell to the stage.
Everyone is trained so well. Yes, the church is a training place. Some were crying, really into it. Music was a big part of the day for people. Sometimes, the drums were so loud you couldn’t hear the speaker. I slept in the area.
I got on the road and put in miles. It is about 4:00 a.m., and I’m parked in a gas station. No other cars are around, and I’m waiting for some sunlight. It’s hard to see when it’s dark like this, especially with raindrops. I have no idea where I’m going or why, but I’ll get there.
As often happens, I found a McDonald’s at 6:20 am. But they were closed, and I had no idea when they opened. I’ll wait here to use their Wi-Fi later. By seven, they were still closed. It’s hard to drive in the early morning without sunlight, so I’m waiting for the sun to appear.
It’s often more difficult for me to drive when the sun is not out. I’m still at McDonald’s. It’s 7:15, and they’re still not open. I must spend time, but I’ll be heading down the road. The sun is just coming up, and they can see better.
It’s been a few days, and I’m getting itchy. It’s time for a shower. I hang my shower bag on the van door. I often shower fully naked, but behind the van, where no one can see me (sorry). I was near a train track. It was good that a passenger train hadn’t gone by; the people would have laughed nicely.
I headed down the road and found an open McDonald’s. I set up my computer and then went to order. Do I look like I have no money? I save the change and sometimes use it to purchase food. When I counted my change, she returned the sausage biscuit and the money. Libraries are closed today, Sunday so I will be on the road.
I’ll be ok, no worries.
As I drove down the road, I found a campsite on a lake—perfect for me. No one was at the booth where you checked in, so I just took a spot on the lake, which was very nice. I slept in my van and left in the morning. They could have gotten their fee but weren’t at the booth, which was lucky for me.
1/20–Being in Florida, I contacted my friend, Dave Finnegan. Dave and I wrote the two best books ever written on juggling. Mine, you might know, is “Juggling with Finesse.” Dave’s book title is “The Complete Juggler.”
Someone didn’t like that I was parked in a residential area, so they called the cops. The cop showed up, and she was very kind. She told me I had to go park somewhere else for sleep, so I went to a Walmart and slipped in the back between two big trucks. It was quiet and dark, just as I liked it.
The brakes were not working—yikes! I had to go in the first gear to keep the wheels slow. I went to Eddie’s Garage, and they will see the van tomorrow. I will sleep in the van here in the parking lot tonight. I hope you sleep well.
The big storm will hit tomorrow. The winds are already starting to build. I look out the window and see trees blown every which way. The brakes on my van are getting worse and worse. I called and drove to Eddie’s garage; I hope they will take care of it tomorrow. Dave looked up and suggested getting his help.
I arrived late, so I parked and slept in the van. It awoke at about 3:00 a.m., as usual, but it was not right at Eddie’s, so I drove the van to his shop. With no brakes working, I had to drive carefully. I would barely step on the gas to start forward, then put the van into neutral/coast, same with reverse. It was a slow drive, but I made it to Eddies—a scary morning.
1/21–Eddie met with me early as he was opening up. He is a great mechanic, and so many customers came through; he does well. Melissa helps in the office, but she is kept quite busy. What a great business I saw.
If you are anywhere near Port St. Lucie in Florida and need help with your vehicle, contact Eddie.
You will be glad you did >>
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There was just some rain this morning.
I’m glad I am in Florida.
Up north, snow is falling- even in the top of Florida!
I just heard from Eddie that my van might be a goner. He has yet to bring it into the shop to put it on the lift and take a look. My mind is reeling; I never thought about life without my van. I don’t know what my next steps are. My mind immediately goes to my daughters and how they might be able to help.
There is some hope that Eddie can get the brakes working again, and I will be okay with that, but things aren’t looking good. I’m terrified right now about my possible life change. Eddie also said the engine mounts are crumbling and need to be replaced. Something for the future, like so many other things.
Today was also a cloudy/rainy day. I’m not ready for this life change. My mind has gone sad. This makes me look at my entire life and wonder why I am here.
Do you have or know of someone who has a car they are not using that I could obtain for a low price? This may be necessary soon.
Please help me.
1/22–They have been working on my van since 8 am, and it is almost noon. They discovered that the two brake cylinders in the back wheels were leaking, which was the main problem. They also saw other things that need to be taken care of later.
Maybe it’s time for a new vehicle. I thought that the van was kaput, no more. They suggested other things that need to be taken care of. So, yes, it is time for a new set of wheels. Eddie has some guys who work with him; they are also quite knowledgeable about vehicles like Eddie.
I’ve been working on this blog while they are busy.
I just heard on the news that tonight will be very cold in the area.
That scares me a little, but I’ll be alright (I hope.)
After I left Eddie’s, I went to a local library. I am working on this blog and sending emails. I did not have lunch, as the library closes at 5:30. I will be here until they close, then go out and make dinner.
1/23–Florida is a bore. I am driving along Route 1 on the state’s east side today. The roads, shops, people, cars (there are so many), and places are the same. Everything is the same everywhere you go. I have a month to spend. What should I do?
I am now at The Gardens Branch Library, part of the Palm Beach County Library System (see pbclibrary.org). It is massive, very quiet, and very popular. It is a good place to work on the blog. They have a big parking lot, so I plan to drive to the other side to sleep in the van. I will let you know.
Today, I find life to be very dull. Living life as a solo venture can have its faults. Yet, no one wants to be with Kit. I could say, “I understand”, but I don’t. Being in West Palm Beach, I would think there would be many more things to look at, but there are not.
1/24–Last night, I parked on the far side of the lot and slept well. The library did not open until 10 a.m., and here I am.
I completed the tasks I had planned to do in the van earlier. Improvements have been made, and I am happy with what I accomplished.
One thing that bothers me about drivers in Florida is that many do not use their turn signals. This is a pet peeve of mine (what is a peeve, and how did this peeve get a pet?) At least let the world know your plans by using turn signals.
Here are my plans >>
Scheduled: I have an appointment with a neurosurgeon on February 25 to see how good or bad I am doing. New Jersey is a no-fault state, so they have to cover anything even casually related to the accident I had on April 3, 1982.
I have until about 21 February to spend time. I plan on staying down here until then for the warmth. Do you have any suggestions on what I could do?
My daughters, Jasmine and April, have been working with Greg of Selective Insurance (the insurance company of the guy who hit me). Selective will find me a place to live where I do not have to pay rent. Of course, you will find out more later. 
THEN, KEEP DOING NEW FOR THE REST OF YOUR LIFE!
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THE GARDEN THIS WEEK
I keep this section about gardening in.
I do like the skill and hope you do, too.
Winter now, but there are still things you can grow.
And, remember about indoor gardening.
A self-supportive life can be a better life.
A garden would be a part of that life.
You must look into it.
Because I am back on the road, there will be no more words about the garden.
I do hope Beth keeps it up.
We did a lot of work establishing our vegetable garden.
When I drove the van seven years ago,
I grew stuff under the sunroof windows on the top.
I may start that up in my van garden again.
You will find out, of course.
START YOUR GARDEN TODAY!
IT MAY BE NECESSARY FOR YOUR LIFE!
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ALL OUR LIFE, WE MUST CHALLENGE OURSELVES!
YOUR CHALLENGE FOR THE WEEK >>
Start planning your life and future NOW– STARTING TODAY!
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BLOG 308–The Shaman and the Deer?
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AND WHAT ARE YOU PLANNING FOR YOUR UPCOMING WEEK?
