“KITTING AROUND”
BLOG 337–Find Joy in the Little Things
Don’t sleepwalk through life
I aim to illustrate and Deepen Contemplation Together
I WANT TO INSPIRE YOU TO LIVE DIFFERENTLY AND BETTER!

*** A world-class juggler/performer.
*** Only YOU know what is best for you.
*** Going through a 37-day coma — Yikes!
*** This blog looks best when viewed on a laptop.
*** If you read through Facebook, see >> kitsummers.com
*** 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 quite pleasant.
*** I visited all the US national parks and met Beth.
*** Beth and I got married on 2/22/22 at 2:22.
*** But sadly, our divorce is imminent.
*** In 2025, I met Jennifer. We are sooo happy together!
*** Regretfully, we broke up.
*** I have a great deal of love for someone.
*** But I have not yet found them.
*** Always remember, the past is a teacher; learn from what happens and move on.
*** Every day is better than the day before.
*** Remember, the future will come.
*** All you have is “now”—ALWAYS!
*** Make each “NOW” excellent!
*** You should not be allowed to die until you have done something to advance people.
*** Have you seen >> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wFC5vLPDWRo 

BE TAKEN AWAY WITH ME
ON WONDERFUL ADVENTURES!

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WHY I WRITE THIS BLOG
You have many 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 a new and different experience for me every time—I love it! In other words, I hope to continually enrich your life and elevate you to a higher level of achievement. Your life should always be starting again–a better life each time! You should not be allowed to die until you have done something to advance human life.
     
I WANT TO INSPIRE YOU WITH MY WORDS –WORDS HAVE POWER!
Are you accomplishing what you want before you pass away?
These words can fill you with optimism and empower you to think positively.
You can (and should) make changes to improve your life at every age.
Let these ideas motivate and drive you towards self-improvement.
Of course, that leads to helping others lead better lives.
We all need to help each other reach a higher level.
         
MY EXPERIENCES
You already know a great deal about my writing, and I want to remind you of the key ideas that are most important to me. I can provide you with additional thoughts on how I can assist you. ering about
I hope to share ideas from my life to help you 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!
     
A NEW WORD DAILY!
Sign up at >> https://www.wordgenius.com/ 

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 wrote about Linda and how romantic it was, now she is gone, and I don’t know what happened. 

WELCOME THE PRESENT MOMENT- EVERY SINGLE INSTANT! 

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BLOG 337–Find Joy in the Little Things
   
Finding joy in the little things means appreciating the simple, everyday things and moments that often go unnoticed, like a kind gesture, a beautiful sunrise, or a moment of quiet thoughts. It’s about cultivating happiness in the present moment, now, rather than waiting for grand events.
   
Enjoy the little things in life because one day you’ll look back and realize they were the big things. By making every small thing great it will make your entire life magnificent.
   
The art of finding joy is the practice of cultivating comfort, gratitude, and contentment as a basis for your life. It involves actively seeking out the positive aspects of your circumstances and surroundings, no matter how small or seemingly insignificant they may seem.
   
The true magic of love lies in its ability to turn ordinary moments into extraordinary thoughts and memories. We didn’t come along only for the sunny days, the chocolate, and roses! We also look for the silky dark nights, the moonlight, and the stars.
     
Seeing the little details in life involves intentionally appreciating your everyday moments and experiences that often go unnoticed. It’s about cultivating gratitude, being present in the moment, and finding beauty in the ordinary things.
     
This can be achieved by savoring morning moments, connecting with nature, practicing gratitude, celebrating small wins, and slowing down to truly experience life. Finding joy in the little things is about appreciating every moment and simple pleasures.
   
This highlights the idea that happiness is often found not in grand gestures or material possessions, but in the seemingly insignificant details of your life. This mainly means taking the time to stop and enjoy these individual moments. Be mindful of the whole experience.
         
Practice the following >>
   
1–Participate in simple pleasures: Take time to savor activities you love, like reading, juggling,  listening to music, or spending time in nature.

2–Live in the NOW: Try to be mindful of the current moment, rather than dwelling on the past or worrying about the future. Always NOW! 

3–Connect with friends: Spend time with loved ones and appreciate the times you share.

4–Gratitude: Regularly acknowledge the things you’re grateful for, from the smallest to the largest things. 

5–Notice Beauty Around You: Look for beauty in everyday objects, nature, and activities.

6–Be Kind to Yourself: Treat yourself with the same caring, kindness, and compassion you would offer a friend.

7–Seek out moments of joy: Actively look for and savor small moments of joy and happiness throughout your day.
 
By incorporating these practices into your daily life, you can train your brain to notice and appreciate the little things, leading to a more positive and fulfilling life.
   
Celebrating fleeting moments of joy can be so good for us because these moments champion the journey of infusing our lives with greater enjoyment and focus on prioritising positivity – rather than focusing on whether we’re happy or not. Joy is not the same as happiness.
     
Seemingly small, everyday moments that are often overlooked can bring immense joy and meaning to life. Due to the brain’s negativity bias, it can be challenging to focus on the positive aspects of life. By intentionally seeking out moments that spark joy and comfort, we can cultivate a sense of well-being.
 
Finding joy in the little things involves actively appreciating and cherishing the small, intimate moments and experiences that often go unnoticed. This practice fosters a positive mindset, enhances well-being, and helps cultivate resilience during challenging times.
   
Small, everyday moments that are often overlooked can bring immense joy and meaning to life. Due to the brain’s negativity bias, it can be challenging to focus on the positive aspects of life. By intentionally seeking out moments that spark joy, happiness, and comfort, we can cultivate a sense of well-being.
   
From a biological standpoint, we are hardwired to focus on the negative; you must change that. The human brain has evolved to naturally pay more attention to adverse events and experiences than positive ones; this is known in psychology as the negativity bias.
   
For our ancestors, it served them well and allowed them to survive immediate threats like animal attacks and deadly weather conditions. While this negativity bias still has its place in alerting us to potential threats today, it can limit our ability to notice and appreciate the good in our lives.
   
The reality is that so many of us are feeling tired and weary. When we’re distressed and stuck in a cycle of stress, we can become easily triggered, perceiving even small challenges as threats. With our nervous system constantly on high alert, it becomes challenging to focus on the positive—the things that are going right, the micro-wins, and the bright spots in the everyday.
   
When it comes to soothing a weary nervous system, there is a balance we can achieve by acknowledging our triggers while also embracing and savouring the fleeting moments that spark a sense of joy, happiness, and well-being within us.
   
While triggers—whether they stem from memories, situations, or interactions—alert us to perceived dangers, glimmers are little cues of safety for the nervous system. They are micro-moments that bring a sense of peace, joy, happiness, or hope and help the body return to a more regulated state.
   
The warmth of the sun on your face during a morning walk, having your loved ones in the same place and space, the smell of freshly brewed coffee, or seeing a dog’s head out a car window are just a few examples that can elicit these positive emotions.
     
The beautiful thing is that once we start to seek out these glimmers actively, we realize that they are all around us. It’s all about perspective. So, how can we keep our eyes open and ourselves present to these moments and appreciate them more often?
   
Set an intention. Begin your day by setting the intention to capture one precious moment or glimmer. This shifts your mindset and primes you to look for the good in your environment.
  Slow down. In our fast-paced world, many of us operate on autopilot, simply going through the motions. This state of being makes it harder to notice the pockets of joy in everyday life. Slowing down on purpose allows you to experience and engage with the present moment fully.
   
Keep a journal. Write about your glimmers and precious moments. Journaling helps you remember and reflect on these positive moments in your life. Plus, you can revisit them as often as you need and find inspiration for where to see more in the future!
   
Take a picture. Capture the moments that bring you joy and happiness. Pictures serve as visual reminders of these moments and can help you appreciate them even more. Create a moment. You don’t always have to wait for these positive moments to unfold naturally—sometimes, you can create them. Think about what brings you joy and comfort, and bring it to life. Light a candle, put on your favourite song, or share a laugh with a friend!
   
Practice gratitude. Practicing gratitude helps you focus on and appreciate the positive aspects of your life. While it doesn’t eliminate negative experiences or feelings, it strengthens the body’s capacity to take in and hold onto the good.
 
Savour the moment. When you find a glimmer, pause and fully experience it. Whether it’s a warm cup of tea, getting into bed with fresh sheets, or exchanging a meaningful smile with a stranger, take a little longer to enjoy and appreciate it.
   
Share it. Sharing moments of joy and goodness with others—whether in conversation or through social media—can enhance the experience. This fosters a shared appreciation and brings a little positive energy into a world that needs it.
   
There is so much beauty, comfort, and joy to be found in the simple moments. Yet so many of us live such full and busy lives that we often let these moments slip by unnoticed. The more we practice recognizing these small but meaningful moments, the more open and receptive we are to them.
   
Let this be your invitation to go out there and create a precious moment today. Make a conscious effort to seek out and embrace the bright spots. These moments are always all around us. We just need to slow down long enough to see that they’re there.

ALL YOU HAVE IS NOW!
MAKE THINGS FANTASTIC! 

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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, as well as finding ways to inspire ourselves and others.
     
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Reading through the quotes below about life can do the trick if you’re looking for a pick-me-up or a healthy dose of motivation. Whether centered around positive affirmations, self-care, or success, life quotes can be powerful inspirational tools.
   
THE BURST!
Inspirational quotes and ideas provide a quick and timely burst of wisdom to help us 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 real life. 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, use each day as an opportunity to improve and move closer to your goals. It might sound like a lot of work, and it’s next to impossible with your busy schedule. 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 impact our brain, behavior, and lives because they make us feel like we are in control of our success and have a sense of 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 when we need it most.
     
WORDS WILL CHANGE YOU!
The correct motivational quote can transform you and your perspective, helping you overcome excuses, step out of 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. Many other people also feel bad. 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 as soon as you wake up.
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
INSPIRE YOU AND ADD TO YOUR LIFE >>
   
“Small things are really the big things in life.”
― Kit Summers
       
“When you think this pain is all you deserve, you are right.
You are the only one who can decide how long you will walk in hell.”
― Shannon L. Alder
   
“My plea is that we stop seeking out the storms and enjoy more fully the sunlight…I am asking that we look a little deeper for the good, that we still our voices of insult and sarcasm, that we more generously compliment and endorse virtue and effort.”
― Gordon B. Hinckley
   
“Why wait?
So precious is this life—this gift—this temporary blindness.
Burn and drown and embrace the false dark,
Then grasp the unthinkable height of resulting joy.
For in the end, in the light of truth, when the flesh is cast off.
There is nothing but this.”
― Jennifer DeLucy
   
“Yes, the world is full of unspeakable cruelty. But the answer wasn’t to never feel hope, or bliss, or love, but to savor every fleeting, precious second of those feelings when they came.”
― Katherine Center
   
“Beneath the rust and grime that dulls the shine of our weathered hearts, joy patiently waits to be rediscovered.”
― John Mark Green
   
“I’m telling you. I know all about darkness.
That’s why I am so hell-bent, every damn day,
on looking for the light.”
― Katherine Center
   
“Unhappiness comes from living the life of two people–the one people want you to be and the one you want to be.”
― Shannon L. Alder
   
“Love is a journey and a destination – long and excruciating on the way, unexpected and ecstatic if found.”
― Stewart Stafford
 
A Real Mom:
Emotionally, yet the rock.
Tired, but keeps going.
Worried, but full of hope.
Impatient, yet patient.
Overwhelmed, but never quits.
Amazing, even though I doubted.
Wonderful, even in the chaos.
Life changer, every single day.”
― Rachel Marie Martin
   
“True happiness is found in the simple moments we share,
where laughter comes easy and worries fade away.”
― Rendi Ansyah
   
“I’ve never seen a nation more quick at finding joy in a sad situation than the Irish at a funeral.”
― E.A. Bucchianeri
   
“Happiness already exists in your life.
All you need to do is tune into it.
And you can start doing that right now.”
― Anthon St. Maarten
 
“Do the Thing that Makes your Heart Sing”
― Deborah Jane Sutton
   
“There can’t be joy until there is gratitude.”
― Melissa Ambrosini
     
“Truth is a priceless treasure, but worthless if buried. Value simplicity. Pause to smell a rose, preferably planted by your hand, for it will smell sweeter. Toil builds character; heartache tests our fortitude. The key to happiness is forgiveness, forgiving ourselves most of all.”
― Michelle Muriel, Westland
     
“When we come from a place of the heart, there is so much attraction and liveliness! The more LOVE in our hearts, the more we radiate that liveliness. Love is about radiance. Radiating attractive power. Growing ourselves, our ability to radiate love, to be attractive with our energy is the easiest way of finding JOY and keeping it … That will draw from the universe and others, many things to us, and also even more and SO much more love into our lives.”
― Angie Karan
   
“When you think this pain is all you deserve, you are right.
You are the only one who can decide how long you will walk in hell.”
― Shannon L. Alder
     
“Truth is a priceless treasure, but worthless if buried. Value simplicity. Pause to smell a rose, preferably planted by your hand, for it will smell sweeter. Toil builds character; heartache tests our fortitude. The key to happiness is forgiveness, forgiving ourselves most of all.”
― Michelle Muriel
   
“What is happiness versus joy?
We all have moments of joy.
Happiness is when one can be
content between those moments.”

“Life is very uncertain, and, at the same time, we cannot prevent something certain. But the choice lies in our hands whether to let ourselves or to make the best of a moment.”
― Arshia Mittal
   
“The joys of life are always in a comparative relation to our fears.”
― Andrew Pacholyk
   
“We didn’t come [to this life] only for the sunny days, the lollipops and roses! We also came for the silky nights, the moonlight, and the stars. We came for the soft veils of fog in the early mornings, and the rain painting circles in the pond… the hailstorms and the thunderclaps.”
― Elke Heinrich

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.
It seems that time is passing more quickly.
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, in every moment.
  
8/8–Awakening at 2 am, up for the day I am.
Mexican for dinner tonight.
I guess I do like it here.
   
8/9–Awakening at 2am gets old. I am hoping to find a doctor for my sleep problems.
 
I heard from Linda after she read the words in my blog. She asked me to remove the photos of her from Facebook. The whole relationship seems strange to me. I would love to be with her, but I am wondering if she is real.
   
8/10–In physical therapy, I worked on balance. Mine is still way off. I am just wondering if practice will help, or if it’s my brain injury.
   
I’m discovering that my words in the blog are very open, and I do hope to hide nothing. That is good. I am looking for help from your end, too.
   
8/11–I was waiting a few days before I wrote words here, but I have already forgotten. I must work on this blog daily to keep up. I do hope my words add to your life.
   
8/12–I awoke at 3am and, surprisingly, was able to get back to sleep until about 5 :30. So, I can get back to sleep, that is.
 
I am wondering how long I will be here. I know there are people who have been here for many years, I do not want to join this group. My freedom is gone; they even open and check any mail that comes in for me, no privacy at all
   
8/13–Hmm, what did I do yesterday?
            Hmm, what did “you” do yesterday?
   
8/14–ANOTHER BIG CHANGE!
I just returned from the dentist. In my lower teeth, I had some infections in the past and had to have a few teeth extracted. I came to the decision to have ALL my lower teeth removed, what a change. mysagedental.com was great to work with.
 
My mom had dentures, upper and lower. She never let any of us kids see her without her teeth or even see the dentures.
   
I will return to Sage after my mouth heals, which should be around 8 weeks. When I do, they will fit me for a retainer. This retainer will be removable. In the future, I plan to return for a permanent retainer that is screwed into the bone in my jaw; I just couldn’t afford it right now. I will let you know.
     
I’ve meant to go on a diet, only drinking green tea. Now it looks like I will have to. But I’m sure the kitchen would make meals specifically for me. Yet, I want to lose weight and be in better shape, so here I go.
   
Right now it is 5:30 pm and my mouth hurts so much! Makes me wonder if I should have had the teeth extracted, but it’s too late now. I had to put in some comedy. Near the point where he had extracted most of my teeth from the lower jaw, I said, “I’ve changed my mind, please put all the teeth back in. He knew he couldn’t, as I did, too. It was a quick release of comedy.
     
A strange thing about today: the guy who pulled my teeth extracted all the bottom teeth. Then he started to pull the teeth on the top. He started on one tooth, and I had to tell him it was only the lower teeth. I guess he was not told the plan. I’m glad I spoke up.
   
8/15–I awoke in the middle of the night, again.
I forced myself to return to sleep, and it worked.
   
In therapy, we had a relaxation session where we lay on the floor, surrounded by nice sounds and a woman’s voice. This hurt my neck, but I stayed.
   
The time is 11:00 am. I have not eaten anything today, only drinking green tea. The therapists and nurses do not like that I am not eating, but that is alright. No solid food ingested, and I feel a-ok. No hunger whatsoever,  I will not eat for, hopefully, a week.
     
Now it is 2:09 and I still have not eaten. I am still drinking green tea.

MAKE THIS DAY GREAT FOR YOU!
THEN, KEEP DOING NEW (DAILY) FOR THE REST OF YOUR LIFE!

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THE GARDEN THIS WEEK   
I keep this section on gardening.
I do like the skill and hope you do, too.
   
Winter is here now.
But there are still things you can grow.
And remember about indoor gardening.
   
A self-supporting 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 put a lot of effort into establishing our vegetable garden.

START YOUR GARDEN TODAY!
IT MAY BE NECESSARY FOR YOUR LIFE!

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ALL OUR LIVES, WE MUST CHALLENGE OURSELVES!
YOUR CHALLENGE FOR THE WEEK >>
When was the last time you walked while standing on your hands?
This week is the week, get your hands on the ground and your feet up.
You can do it. Let me know how it goes.
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NEXT BLOG >>
BLOG 338–Happiness is a Choice You Can Make Every Day
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AND WHAT ARE YOU PLANNING FOR YOUR UPCOMING WEEK?

ALWAYS REMEMBER,
YOUR PRESENT SITUATION IS NOT YOUR FINAL DESTINATION,
THE BEST IS YET TO COME! 

 “KITTING AROUND”
BLOG 336–CHANGES!
Don’t sleepwalk through life
I aim to illustrate and Deepen Contemplation Together
I WANT TO INSPIRE YOU TO LIVE DIFFERENTLY AND BETTER!

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*** A world-class juggler/performer.
*** Only YOU know what is best for you.
*** Going through a 37-day coma — Yikes!
*** This blog looks best when viewed on a laptop.
*** If you read through Facebook, see >> kitsummers.com
*** 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 quite pleasant.
*** I visited all the US national parks and met Beth.
*** Beth and I got married on 2/22/22 at 2:22.
*** But sadly, our divorce is imminent.
*** In 2025, I met Jennifer. We are sooo happy together!
*** Regretfully, we broke up.
*** I have a great deal of love for someone.
*** But I have not yet found them.
*** Always remember, the past is a teacher; learn from what happens and move on.
*** Every day is better than the day before.
*** Remember, the future will come.
*** All you have is “now”—ALWAYS!
*** Make each “NOW” excellent!
*** Recently, I met Linda John, she is wonderful!
*** You should not be allowed to die until you have done something to advance people.
*** Have you seen >> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wFC5vLPDWRo 

BE TAKEN AWAY WITH ME
ON WONDERFUL ADVENTURES!

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WHY I WRITE THIS BLOG
You have many 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 a new and different experience for me every time—I love it! In other words, I hope to continually enrich your life and elevate you to a higher level of achievement. Your life should always be starting again–a better life each time! You should not be allowed to die until you have done something to advance human life.
     
I WANT TO INSPIRE YOU WITH MY WORDS –WORDS HAVE POWER!
Are you accomplishing what you want before you pass away?
These words can fill you with optimism and empower you to think positively.
You can (and should) make changes to improve your life at every age.
Let these ideas motivate and drive you towards self-improvement.
Of course, that leads to helping others lead better lives.
We all need to help each other reach a higher level.
           
MY EXPERIENCES
You already know a great deal about my writing, and I want to remind you of the key ideas that are most important to me. I can provide you with additional thoughts on how I can assist you. ering about
I hope to share ideas from my life to help you 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!
     
A NEW WORD DAILY!
Sign up at >> https://www.wordgenius.com/ 

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
   
As I settle into my new home, Neuro Restorative, they’ve been a big help.
https://locations.sevitahealth.com/united-states/fl/orlando/neurorestorative-orlando/514 

I’ve been writing back and forth with Linda John.
We are falling in love every day, which is a good thing.
But, is she too young for me?

WELCOME THE PRESENT MOMENT- EVERY SINGLE INSTANT! 

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BLOG 336–CHANGES!
   
I have many new readers, so I wanted to share with them and you some changes I have gone through.
   
Change can be difficult because people tend to overvalue what they already have and underestimate the potential benefits of something new. It’s also hard to break old habits and routines, even when they are no longer serving us well.
   
To effectively deal with change, it’s crucial to acknowledge and accept the change, identify its potential impact, and develop coping procedures to manage the transition. This includes practicing self-care, seeking support from others, and focusing on the present moment.
   
Learn to CHANGE WITH THE CHANGES, as I have always said.
   
Here are some changes I have had to go through >>
   
Here’s the story >>
As a featured headline act at Bally’s Casino in Atlantic City, I did what I loved.  Performing there for nine months was a joy. Crossing the street one night while walking to the show in a terrible rainstorm, I was hit by a truck. After going through a 37-day coma, I was flown out to San Diego, where I am from, and was at Sharp Memorial rehab.
   
MY FIRST BIG LOSS
   
About a year after the terrible event, my friend,  John Fox, flew me to Florida, where he performed at Circus World. While there, I met Robin, who worked as a clown in the show. Soon, Robin and I flew back to San Diego and got married. But it wasn’t right for either of us. She liked parties, drugs, and drinking; I did not. So she flew back to be with her mom in New Jersey. When she left me after less than a year, she was pregnant, so I have a daughter, Leah, somewhere in the world. It was just too soon after the accident, and it didn’t feel right. Divorce is a terrible thing.
 
I met Mary Ellen, and after a couple of years, we got married. We lived in San Diego, the town where I grew up. We lived in my apartment for five years. She kept bugging me to move back to Pennsylvania, to be near her mom. In San Diego, we had a pleasant life together. But, off to Pennsylvania we moved. After living in PA for some years, Mary Ellen gave birth to our two daughters, and then she changed. It was like a different person. She took Jasmine and April and moved out. I was devastated. This was after our twenty-third year of marriage. I was shocked.
   
I met Tina through a website, and we were together for about five years. We lived in my van and traveled all over the US. We got back and lived in a trailer home, taking care of her eighty-nine-year-old mother. Eventually, Tina no longer wanted to be with me and asked me to get out. This hurt so much.
   
I got in my van and continued my travels. I would go to libraries to plug in and get online. Beth worked at a library in McCormick, South Carolina. Right away, she loved my smile. I parked in her yard and lived in my van for a while. We began getting closer, and then we were married. I did a lot of work on the house and improved the land. To my utter surprise, after a couple of years of marriage, she wanted me to leave the house. I tried to find out why she wanted to be gone, but she never did tell me.
 
While on the road. I wanted to look into getting medicaid health insurance. I found a local number and called Jennifer. We kept talking and eventually started a relationship. I ended up moving into her condo and living with her. After some weeks, just like Beth, she no longer wanted me around.
   
SO MANY LOSSES.
   
Back on the road for Kit. I drove to Florida and thoroughly enjoyed the journey. Then I decided to drive up to be with my daughters near Lancaster, Pennsylvania.
   
While on the way north, in Tennessee, I was involved in an accident.  My van was totaled, and I was injured, which healed. It was very sad. Once again, my daughters came to the rescue. Jasmine and April had put me up at the hotel. 
   
Then my daughters found: https://www.brainline.org/resource/neurorestorative-florida-avalon-park
   
April flew down here with me. I’ve been here for a couple of weeks now. They give each person a small  nowapartment to live in. Three meals a day are provided. A washer and dryer are available for clothes. Every day, I do therapy, and I’m hoping to get better and better. Really, this is below my level, but I am here. Strange, I don’t even know how long they expect me to be here. 
     
Through the internet, I met Linda, and we are both getting older. Through our back-and-forth writing, we both fell in love. In my mind, I see us helping each other through life, Linda as my wife.
But perhaps I’m jumping the gun.
Is she too young for me?
I don’t want to scare Linda off.
 
My future plans include significantly increasing my book sales and getting my inspirational speaking going strong. Did you see >>
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wFC5vLPDWRo

Currently, a company is interested in making a movie about my life. When this movie comes out, I’m hoping it will help many people in their lives. Once the movie is made and my speaking career is back on track, it should bring in thousands of dollars.
   
About the movie, the producer needs investment.
If you can help, that would be wonderful.
mark.richards@booksidepress.com

This video is about my book >>
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wFC5vLPDWRo

ALL YOU HAVE IS NOW!
MAKE EACH NOW FANTASTIC! 

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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, as well as finding ways to inspire ourselves and others.
     
READ
Reading through the quotes below about life can do the trick if you’re looking for a pick-me-up or a healthy dose of motivation. Whether centered around positive affirmations, self-care, or success, life quotes can be powerful inspirational tools.
     
THE BURST!
Inspirational quotes and ideas provide a quick and timely burst of wisdom to help us 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 real life. 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, use each day as an opportunity to improve and move closer to your goals. It might sound like a lot of work, and it’s next to impossible with your busy schedule. 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 impact our brain, behavior, and lives because they make us feel like we are in control of our success and have a sense of 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 when we need it most.
     
WORDS WILL CHANGE YOU!
The correct motivational quote can transform you and your perspective, helping you overcome excuses, step out of 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. Many other people also feel bad. 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 as soon as you wake up.
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
INSPIRE YOU AND ADD TO YOUR LIFE >>
   
“Change is hard at first, messy in the middle, and gorgeous at the end.”
– Robin Sharma
 

THIS IS MY FAVORITE NATIONAL PARK 

“People don’t resist change. They resist being changed!”
– Peter Senge
   
“Change is hard because people overestimate the value of what they have and underestimate the value of what they may gain by giving that up.”
– James Belasco
   
“The most difficult thing is the decision to act, the rest is merely tenacity.”
– Amelia Earhart
   
“It is not necessary to change. Survival is not mandatory.”
– W. Edwards Deming
   
“Change is the end result of all true learning.”
– Leo Buscaglia
 
“The price of doing the same old thing is far higher than the price of change”
– Bill Clinton
   
“Growth is painful. Change is painful. But nothing is as painful as staying stuck somewhere you don’t belong.”
– Mandy Hale
     
“All things are difficult before they are easy.” — Thomas Fuller
   
“Any change, even a change for the better, is always accompanied by drawbacks and discomforts.” — Arnold Bennett
   
“Growth and comfort do not coexist.” — Ginni Romett
     
“The measure of intelligence is the ability to change.” — Albert Einstein
   
“Change before you have to.” — Jack Welch
   
“If you don’t like something, change it. If you can’t change it, change your attitude.” — Maya Angelou
   
“Not everything that is faced can be changed, but nothing can be changed until it is faced.” — James Baldwin
   
“Be the change that you wish to see in the world.” — Mahatma Gandhi
   
“All great changes are preceded by chaos.” — Deepak Chopra
   
“I cannot say whether things will get better if we change; what I can say is they must change if they are to get better.” — Georg C. Lichtenberg
   
“Don’t be afraid to give up the good to go for the great.” — John D. Rockefller
   
“The secret of change is to focus all of your energy not on fighting the old, but on building the new” — Socrates
     
“It doesn’t matter how strong your opinions are. If you don’t use your power for positive change, you are indeed part of the problem.” — Coretta Scott King

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.
It seems that time is passing more quickly.
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, in every moment.
  
8/2–Awakening at 2 am, up for the day I am.
   
8/3-8/8–Today, my blood pressure was 158/101.
I’m told that it is quite high.
I ate some chocolate this morning,
which might be why I had a high reading.

Every day, I write with Linda, and we both love it.
 
Not much occurred this week.
As they say, “Same old, same old. 

MAKE THIS DAY GREAT FOR YOU!
THEN, KEEP DOING NEW (DAILY) FOR THE REST OF YOUR LIFE!

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THE GARDEN THIS WEEK 
I keep this section on gardening.
I do like the skill and hope you do, too.
   
Winter is here now.
But there are still things you can grow.
And remember about indoor gardening.
   
A self-supporting 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 put a lot of effort into establishing our vegetable garden.

START YOUR GARDEN TODAY!
IT MAY BE NECESSARY FOR YOUR LIFE!

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ALL OUR LIVES, WE MUST CHALLENGE OURSELVES!
YOUR CHALLENGE FOR THE WEEK >>
Make a list of current big changes.
Now write down what you are going to do about these changes.
Of course, do this with a smile on your face.
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NEXT BLOG >>
BLOG 337–Finding Joy in the Little Things
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AND WHAT ARE YOU PLANNING FOR YOUR UPCOMING WEEK?
ALWAYS REMEMBER,
YOUR PRESENT SITUATION IS NOT YOUR FINAL DESTINATION,
THE BEST IS YET TO COME! 

 “KITTING AROUND”
BLOG 335–“ARE YOU ALRIGHT?”
Don’t sleepwalk through life
I aim to illustrate and Deepen Contemplation Together
I WANT TO INSPIRE YOU TO LIVE DIFFERENTLY AND BETTER!

*** A world-class juggler/performer.
*** Only YOU know what is best for you.
*** Going through a 37-day coma — Yikes!
*** This blog looks best when viewed on a laptop.
*** If you read through Facebook, see >> kitsummers.com
*** 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 quite pleasant.
*** I visited all the US national parks and met Beth.
*** Beth and I got married on 2/22/22 at 2:22.
*** But sadly, our divorce is imminent.
*** In 2025, I met Jennifer. We are sooo happy together!
*** Regretfully, we broke up.
*** I have a great deal of love for someone.
*** But I have not yet found them.
*** Always remember, the past is a teacher; learn from what happens and move on.
*** Every day is better than the day before.
*** Remember, the future will come.
*** All you have is “now”—ALWAYS!
*** Make each “NOW” excellent!
*** You should not be allowed to die until you have done something to advance people.
*** Have you seen >> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wFC5vLPDWRo 

BE TAKEN AWAY WITH ME
ON WONDERFUL ADVENTURES!

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WHY I WRITE THIS BLOG
You have many 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 a new and different experience for me every time—I love it! In other words, I hope to continually enrich your life and elevate you to a higher level of achievement. Your life should always be starting again–a better life each time! You should not be allowed to die until you have done something to advance human life.
   
I WANT TO INSPIRE YOU WITH MY WORDS –WORDS HAVE POWER!
Are you accomplishing what you want before you pass away?
These words can fill you with optimism and empower you to think positively.
You can (and should) make changes to improve your life at every age.
Let these ideas motivate and drive you towards self-improvement.
Of course, that leads to helping others lead better lives.
We all need to help each other reach a higher level.
         
MY EXPERIENCES
You already know a great deal about my writing, and I want to remind you of the key ideas that are
most important to me. I can provide you with additional thoughts on how I can assist you. ering about
I hope to share ideas from my life to help you 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!
     
A NEW WORD DAILY!
Sign up at >> https://www.wordgenius.com/ 

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
   
Writing this blog keeps me going. With so many significant changes occurring in my life, writing this blog helps me stay centered and in control. Did you know? I also published 15 books to help people.

This week was kind of bland; not much occurred. I’m still not sure if I like it here. If I wanted to leave, I don’t know what I would do. Am I stuck here? I’d say no, the staff here is excellent and helps me a lot. 

WELCOME THE PRESENT MOMENT- EVERY SINGLE INSTANT! 

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BLOG 335–ARE YOU ALRIGHT?
   
Someone says, “So Kit, how are you?”
My response to this question,
I say, right away,
“Yes I am.”
And that is all.
     
Usually, people ask this question because it is so common and easy.
They don’t take the time to think of something else to say.
Whenever you speak, consider your words, ensure they are accurate, and that they will add to the conversation. 
 
People often say “How are you?” as a standard greeting or a social lubricant, rather than expecting a detailed account of one’s physical and mental state. It’s a way to acknowledge someone’s presence and initiate a friendly interaction.
     
While some may genuinely be curious, the response “Fine, thank you, and you?” is a typical and expected way to acknowledge the greeting without getting into lengthy details. You don’t have to be like everyone else; you must find your way. I never respond to this question.
 
For me, this question is just a waste of time.
     
There are so many other things to say to start a conversation. It’s best to say something nice about the other person — enthusiastically! This will provide a better starting point for a talk or connection.  The following are also starters >>
Are you OK? What’s new with you?
So, what do you like to talk about?
It’s been a while! What’s changed in your life?
Get away from the common, “How are you?”
   
I am reminded of something that bothers me about the English language: the letter W and the number 7. It goes u, then v, then w. Every other letter is one syllable. The letter looks like two u’s or two v’s, so it is pronounced “double you”. It seems ridiculous that a different sound wasn’t used, like calling it wa or something.
 
That leads us to the number seven, of the first 10 numbers, which is the only one with two syllables. It could have been called “Sev” or something. Did these people not think? No way to change it now, or is there? If we all make enough noise, perhaps we could bring about a change.
       
How are you?” has become a kind of ritualized greeting. It’s a longer, more detailed way of saying hello. Not only are you saying hi, but you’re also being a little more friendly and asking how they are. But, most of the time, people don’t mean it when they ask this “question.”
   
Every time you open your mouth–think–and don’t say something stupid!
   
Expressions like “How are you?” or “What’s up?” are called “phatic expressions.” “Phatic” means that it is intended to promote rapport and social cohesion rather than as an actual exchange of information. Most of the time, it seems, people don’t mean it when they ask.
     
They don’t care how you are doing; they just want some response from you. Just respond by saying “hey, what’s up?” or, like me, say, “Yes I am.” Be different, find a better way! It makes no sense. Socializing is essentially narrating and commenting on everything that is going on, much like broadcasters during a sports game. It is a game.
   
A common and straightforward way to respond to “How are you?” is “I’m fine, thank you. How are you?” or “I’m good, thanks. How about you?”. You can also use variations like “I’m doing well” or “I’m okay”. More casual responses include “Not bad” or “Can’t complain”. All of which are a waste of words.
 
A standard and straightforward reply to “How are you doing?” is “I’m doing well, thanks. How about you?” You can also say “I’m fine,” “I’m good,” or “I’m okay,” and then ask how they are. For a more enthusiastic response, you could say “I’m doing great!” or “I’m fantastic!” If you’re not feeling great, you can be honest and say “I’m not doing so well,” or “I’ve been better,” and then explain if you’d like to.     
     
Some simple answers to the question, How are you? >>
Simply say, “Yes I am.”
“How do you want me to be?”
“I’d be better if you were with me.”
“Extremely good looking, I’d say!”
“Getting better every time you talk to me.”
“Do you even care?”
     
If only I had a cheat code or a brain implant that would automatically make me say witty, funny, clever, insightful or cute things that others would “enjoy” hearing or deem to be the “appropriate” thing to say, then life would be a breeze.
   
Unfortunately, due to many complications such as anxiety, sadness, depression, and fatigue, we often have to force ourselves to give a shit about even interacting with others. Be happy with yourself, that is often all we have. But remember, I am here for you. 

ALL YOU HAVE IS NOW!
MAKE THINGS FANTASTIC! 

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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, as well as finding ways to inspire ourselves and others.
   
READ
Reading through the quotes below about life can do the trick if you’re looking for a pick-me-up or a healthy dose of motivation. Whether centered around positive affirmations, self-care, or success, life quotes can be powerful inspirational tools.
     
THE BURST!
Inspirational quotes and ideas provide a quick and timely burst of wisdom to help us 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 real life. 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, use each day as an opportunity to improve and move closer to your goals. It might sound like a lot of work, and it’s next to impossible with your busy schedule. 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 impact our brain, behavior, and lives because they make us feel like we are in control of our success and have a sense of 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 when we need it most.
     
WORDS WILL CHANGE YOU!
The correct motivational quote can transform you and your perspective, helping you overcome excuses, step out of 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. Many other people also feel bad. 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 as soon as you wake up.
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!
============
I HOPE THE FOLLOWING WORDS
INSPIRE YOU AND ADD TO YOUR LIFE >>
   
“If you ever start feeling like you have the goofiest, craziest, most dysfunctional family in the world, all you have to do is go to a state fair. Because five minutes at the fair, you’ll be going, ‘you know, we’re alright. We are dang near royalty.”
― Jeff Foxworthy
   
“You don’t have to get ready if you stay ready, alright?
I’m always in the gym, constantly training, all the time.”
― Donald Cerrone
   
“I was on some TV shows with Lady Gaga the other week, and you could see the difference in reaction between her fans and my fans outside. She comes out, and she looks like a star, and the reaction is just tears, crying, people going, ‘Oh my God, Oh my God.”
― Ed Sheeran
 
“One of the great things to pretend is that you’re not only alright, you’re in great shape. Now to have that come true – I’ve gone on stage depressed and that’s worked its magic on me, ’cause if I can convince you that I’m alright, then maybe I can convince me.”
― Carrie Fisher

           
“Fool is Alright”
― Bruce Springsteen
   
“You ain’t a beauty,
but hey, you’re alright.”
― Bruce Springsteen
   
Believe that everything is gonna be alright!”
― Md. Ziaul Haque
   
“Two alrights make one good”
― Surya Chand
   
“Stayed on, and became the Cymri.
What if we’re all Jews, you see?
All scattered like seeds?
Still flying outward from the primal fist so long ago.
Man, I believe that.”
― Thomas Pyncho

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.
It seems that time is passing more quickly.      I took this photo in my travels> 
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, in every moment.
  
7/26–Very Sunny and pleasant out now. I want to go out on the field and do some running, but that is not allowed. I must do something about that. I will let you know more later.
   
7/27–Nice to be able always to leave the seat up (except for specific times).
All my life, I have lived with or around females.
My mom taught me always to put the seat down after I pee, and I have.
   
Today, I am feeling very much like I am in jail here. I need to find a way to escape.
   
7/28–I guess I am lonely. I awoke from a dream where I was joking with a lady, and love danced between us. I don’t see any way I could meet someone while here at the brain injury rehab. That makes me sad.
   
Today I made a batch of my chocolate chip cookies.
Everyone loved them, as you will too.
Make some, it’s time >>

Kit’s Chocolate Chip Cookies
Mix:
4 sticks of butter, melted in a microwave
4 eggs, yolks broken up with a fork
1/4 cup Kalua
1/4 cup vanilla
1 teaspoon of baking soda
1 tablespoon of salt
   
Then, in a different bow, MIX:
1 1/2 cup sugar
1 1/2 cup brown sugar
5  cups of flour
     
Then mix the two bowls together.
Add 4 cups of chocolate chips
Bake at 325 for 16 minutes
   
7/29–Most of my life, I have lived with someone. Waking up and having someone next to me, I like that. Sometimes I awaken and expect someone to be there, but they aren’t. So that makes me quite lonely and sad. I know this is not long-term, but it feels like it is.
 
Today I am feeling very strange about living at this place. It seems that everyone here has something a little off. I have been wondering what my “Little bit off” might be. The brain injury clinic/hospital is full of interesting folk. I’m not sure if I like being here.
   
A driver took me to Best Buy today to discuss my computer. It still is not fixed. Things are set up incorrectly, and the guy I talked to simply said, “We aren’t trained in that.” What a stupid thing to say. So, what are they trained in?
     
7/30–Had a meeting with a therapist and six brain-injured individuals. These are people I have been with before. They seem to need more help than I do, yet I recall going through what they’re experiencing now. The meeting today felt like babysitting, which isn’t good for me.
   
Someone started crying because he couldn’t write any notes. I remember going through the same thing; it hurt a lot. I wanted to help, but I wasn’t sure how. A brain injury causes many losses. Things I could do before I can no longer do, like juggling.
   
I just went through an hour of physical therapy. This is something that I genuinely need. Just standing on one foot gave me a lot of trouble. We also practiced walking in line, with my heel touching the toe of the other foot. This is also something I struggled with.
   
The therapist could do both of these tasks with no problem whatsoever. So she is helping me to retrain my muscles to balance once again. I need this therapy, I was looking to help me improve as we are doing. This should also help with my unicycling.
           
7/31–I’m looking for quiet stability in a relationship. Could you be the one? I do like to be in a relationship, are you, her? Can you hear my screaming? Life is much better when you are with someone. For the females I have been with, I am sorry that things did not work out between us.
   
8/1–Every week, there is a cleaning person who comes through each apartment and cleans thoroughly. I usually keep everything clean, but she found some things to take care of. What a nice thing to have.

MAKE THIS DAY GREAT FOR YOU!
THEN, KEEP DOING NEW (DAILY) FOR THE REST OF YOUR LIFE!

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THE GARDEN THIS WEEK 
I keep this section on gardening.
I do like the skill and hope you do, too.
   
Winter is here now.
But there are still things you can grow.
And remember about indoor gardening.
   
A self-supporting 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 put a lot of effort into establishing our vegetable garden.

START YOUR GARDEN TODAY!
IT MAY BE NECESSARY FOR YOUR LIFE!

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ALL OUR LIVES, WE MUST CHALLENGE OURSELVES!
YOUR CHALLENGE FOR THE WEEK >>
Do not say, “How are you?” anytime this week.
Start thinking of different, better things to say.
Then continue with this new skill.
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NEXT BLOG >>
BLOG 336–Find Joy in the Little Things
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AND WHAT ARE YOU PLANNING FOR YOUR UPCOMING WEEK?

ALWAYS REMEMBER,
YOUR PRESENT SITUATION IS NOT YOUR FINAL DESTINATION,
THE BEST IS YET TO COME! 

“KITTING AROUND”
BLOG 334–WHAT DOES YOUR MIND DWELL ON?
Don’t sleepwalk through life
I aim to illustrate and Deepen Contemplation Together
I WANT TO INSPIRE YOU TO LIVE DIFFERENTLY AND BETTER!

*** A world-class juggler/performer.
*** Only YOU know what is best for you.
*** Going through a 37-day coma — Yikes!
*** This blog looks best when viewed on a laptop.
*** If you read through Facebook, see >> kitsummers.com
*** 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 quite pleasant.
*** I visited all the US national parks and met Beth.
*** Beth and I got married on 2/22/22 at 2:22.
*** But sadly, our divorce is imminent.
*** In 2025, I met Jennifer. We are sooo happy together!
*** Regretfully, we broke up.
*** I have a great deal of love for someone.
*** But I have not yet found them.
*** Always remember, the past is a teacher; learn from what happens and move on.
*** Every day is better than the day before.
*** Remember, the future will come.
*** All you have is “now”—ALWAYS!
*** Make each “NOW” excellent!
*** You should not be allowed to die until you have done something to advance human life.
*** Have you seen >> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wFC5vLPDWRo 

BE TAKEN AWAY WITH ME
ON WONDERFUL ADVENTURES!

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WHY I WRITE THIS BLOG
You have many 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 a new and different experience for me each time—I love it! In other words, I hope to continually enrich your life and elevate you to a higher level of achievement. Your life should always be starting again–a better life each time! You should not be allowed to die until you have done something to advance human life.
   
I WANT TO INSPIRE YOU WITH MY WORDS –WORDS HAVE POWER!
Are you accomplishing what you want before you pass away?
These words can fill you with optimism and empower you to think positively.
You can (and should) make changes to improve your life at every age.
Let these ideas motivate and drive you towards self-improvement.
Of course, that leads to helping others lead better lives.
We all need to help each other reach a higher level.
         
MY EXPERIENCES
You already know a great deal about my writing, and I want to remind you of the key ideas that are most important to me.
I can provide you with additional thoughts on how I can assist you. ering about
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!
     
A NEW WORD DAILY!
Sign up at >> https://www.wordgenius.com/ 

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
   
You might be wondering about the place I am currently living.
Please, contact me, for I am lonely.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cJs-omhlsN0
NeuroRestorative
3701 Avalon Park Blvd #100
Orlando, FL 32828
Or >>
kitsummers@gmail.com
610-400-3233
   
Traumatic brain injury (TBI) remains a significant cause of death and permanent disability worldwide, especially in children and young adults (I was only 23). A total of 1.5 million people experience brain trauma each year in the United States, with an annual economic cost exceeding 
          
Often called a head injury, it is a brain injury I experienced.
A head injury could be as minor as a pimple or a bad haircut.

THIS IS LOOKING OUT MY BEDROOM WINDOW

NeuroRestorative has two floors of people, like me, who have been through a brain injury. Of course, we are all different, as you are different from others. Brain injury can include trouble with speech, thinking ability, and walking (many use walkers to get around). Some here have a person with them all day and night to help. In a way, I feel fortunate to come out as good as I did.

But living here can be very limiting. At one point, I walked across the road in front to juggle on the grass. Right away, they came to me and told me I could not leave the building unless I was given a pass and accompanied by someone.

I didn’t know enough about this place until I settled in; this place can be very limiting. As you know, I had to spend a month in jail on a false charge. Where I am now seems increasingly like jail all the time.
These are closets in my bedroom. 
    
I don’t know how Jasmine and April even found this place.
      
When I was at Walmart, I bought a knife to use in the kitchen. Later, when Myles was in my room with someone else, they found my knife and took it away. Any mail or packages that come for me are thoroughly looked through. In a way, it’s kind of scary to live here.

If I need to go to Costco or Walmart, I have to have someone drive me there, and they stay with me in the store. I can see how this is necessary for many people here, but each individual should have a certain level of independence that can be achieved. I’ve lost my freedom! Throughout my life, I have been free to do as I please, so this is all new to me.

At Walmart, I bought a knife to use in the kitchen. A knife is very safe with me and necessary for cutting up some of the things I cook. The knife was taken from me. I was told that, if I need to use the knife, it will be in their kitchen and I can ask for it. They need to treat each person on their own level, based on their individual capabilities and needs.

As you may know, in 2012, I was put in jail for a month on a false charge. In many ways, being at NeuroRestorative is worse than when I had to spend time in the slammer. The limitations imposed sometimes seem to be more severe.

I’m not even sure how I can eventually get out of here.
Some of the people here have stayed for years, I think.
And, what would I do if I did get out?
Where would I go?
Who could I connect with?
Yes, it’s a nice place, but what if I want to return to Key West?

WELCOME THE PRESENT MOMENT- EVERY SINGLE INSTANT! 

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BLOG 334–WHAT DOES YOUR MIND DWELL ON?
   
What you think about is often what you become, so be careful what you believe and expect.
     
When you dwell on something, you continually think about it. The thoughts dominate you, whether it’s a significant event or an everyday worry, or even juggling. Your dwelling often becomes a passion.  Many of us, most of the time, live by what is most on our minds! It must become your passion! I achieved this with my juggling, recovery, writing, salsa, and my drive.

When a person says their mind “dwells” on something, it generally means they are thinking about it deeply, patiently, and repeatedly. It’s about what is important to you. Most of the time, this is done in a way that occupies a significant amount of their mental space. You can go either way — positive or negative thoughts — these can range from simply pondering a topic to obsessing over it.
 
Often, this self-talk is negative.
Yet, continually focusing on the negative becomes a hindrance to your mind.
As we talk to ourselves, most of the time we mean,
“I’m thinking about it . . .”
“I’m daydreaming about. . . ”
“I’m obsessing about something. . .”
You choose.
   
However you’ve used them, to most of us, it means we’re spending a lot of time thinking about a topic, running it through our minds, and in many cases. Stay away from negative thoughts; they can destroy you! It is where you take your mind. This is something you have full control of. So, be cautious about what you think. 

ALL YOU HAVE IS NOW!
MAKE THINGS FANTASTIC! 

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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, as well as finding ways to inspire ourselves and others.
     
READ
Reading through the quotes below about life can do the trick if you’re looking for a pick-me-up or a healthy dose of motivation. Whether centered around positive affirmations, self-care, or success, life quotes can be powerful inspirational tools.
   
THE BURST!
Inspirational quotes and ideas provide a quick and timely burst of wisdom to help us 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 real life. 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, use each day as an opportunity to improve and move closer to your goals. It might sound like a lot of work, and it’s next to impossible with your busy schedule. 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 impact our brain, behavior, and lives because they make us feel like we are in control of our success and have a sense of 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 when we need it most.
     
WORDS WILL CHANGE YOU!
The correct motivational quote can transform you and your perspective, helping you overcome excuses, step out of 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. Many other people also feel bad. 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 as soon as you wake up.
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
INSPIRE YOU AND ADD TO YOUR LIFE >>
   
“Don’t dwell on what went wrong.
Instead, focus on what to do next.
Spend your energies on moving forward toward finding the answer.”
Denis Waitley
   
“Happiness resides not in possessions,
and not in gold; happiness dwells in the soul.”
Democritus
   
“You must not under any pretense allow your mind to dwell on any thought that is not positive, constructive, optimistic, or kind.”
Emmet Fox
 
“In baseball, my approach is to strive for consistency rather than worrying about the numbers. If you dwell on statistics, you get shortsighted; if you aim for consistency, the numbers will be there at the end.”
Tom Seaver
   
“You build on failure. You use it as a stepping stone. Close the door on the past. You don’t try to forget the mistakes, but you don’t dwell on them. You don’t let it take any of your energy, time, or space.”
Johnny Cash
   
“I dwell in possibility.”
Emily Dickinson
   
“Life is thickly sown with thorns, and I know no other remedy than to pass quickly through them. The longer we dwell on our misfortunes, the greater is their power to harm us.”
Voltaire
   
“A great city, whose image dwells in the memory of man, is the type of some great idea. Rome represents conquest; faith hovers over the towers of Jerusalem; and Athens embodies the preeminent quality of the ancient world, Art.”
Benjamin Disraeli
   
“Every year of my life, I grow more convinced that it is wisest and best to fix our attention on the beautiful and the good, and dwell as little as possible on the evil and the false.”
Richard Cecil
   
“Mysterious love, uncertain treasure, hast thou more of pain or pleasure! Endless torments dwell about thee: Yet who would live, and live without thee!”
Joseph Addison
   
“It does not do to dwell on dreams and forget to live.”
J. K. Rowling
     
“Pure love and suspicion cannot dwell together: at the door where the latter enters, the former makes its exit.”
Alexandre Dumas
     
“I don’t dwell, I’m not a dweller. I just like to keep moving forward, because life is short.”
Shirley Ballas
     
“Man can climb to the highest summits, but he cannot dwell there long. George Bernard Shaw: To dwell is to garden.”
Martin Heidegger
   
“What you put in, you usually get out. If you are not good enough on the day, it’s acceptable, but if you put in everything you have, you typically get a decent result. When you lose, it motivates you to try again, rather than dwelling on the past.”
Alun Wyn Jones
   
“Courage is poorly housed that dwells in numbers; the lion never counts the herd that are about him, nor weighs how many flocks he has to scatter.”
Aaron Hill
   
“A mistress should be like a little country retreat near the town, not to dwell in constantly, but only for a night and away.”
William Wycherley
   
“Thinking of possibilities is like driving a car on a freeway. You have an open road that stretches endlessly before you, where your thoughts are not shackled. But when we say ‘impossible,’ we have already reached a dead-end in our minds. So dwell on possibilities to open up your horizon.”
Pankaj Patel

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.
It seems that time is passing more quickly.
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, in every moment.
  
7/19–I started today; nothing but green tea will go down my throat for a few days. I’m not sure how long I’ll keep it up. Yes, fasting for Kit, and I will do it slowly (fast/slow?) Now it’s 9 am, and I’m not hungry. Did you know that food consumption accounts for a significant portion of human life?
     
Sorry to say, I couldn’t keep it up. In the past, I have never gone without food for a few weeks; this time, I couldn’t. I have some food in the fridge that I need to eat, so I’ve decided to control my eating habits for the future.
 
I just ask myself out loud — “WHAT AM I DOING HERE?” 
Right now, I want to go outside and take a walk, but that’s not allowed.
I don’t think I am benefiting enough to stay here.
I am angry — not allowed to drive — that must change.
   
I read this once, and it should apply to everyone >>
“You should not be able to die until you have done to advance humans.”
My books and workshops have advanced many.
   
I’m pretty lonely today.
Will I ever be with the right woman for me?
Seems that I died on April 3, 1982.
Not much left of me.
     
Living in a brain injury hospital, and my injury was 43 years ago.
No wonder I don’t feel like I fit in here.
   
7/20–Awoke at about 1 am, up for the day, I am. I continued to watch Hang ‘em High, Clint Eastwood. I like Clint Eastwood movies. I cut my hair this morning. My goal is to keep my hair short. I use a hair clipper to get all the hair and beard to the same length.
     
To protect my clubs while juggling, I purchased a 4′ x 6′ carpet from Amazon. Yes, at times I do drop them, I have to admit it. However, the juggling is progressing well. 
 
Today I finished watching Clint Eastwood in “A Fist Full of Dollars”, a good flick.
7/21, 22–Nothing of note happened on these two days.
Or, I didn’t make anything happen.
As I wrote before, it is up to each of us to fill our days.
   
7/23–Today, a group of us returned to The Wash Foundation to volunteer to sort soap.
Essentially, we sorted used soap from motels, which will be repacked later.
Here they are >>
https://thewashfoundation.org/
They need donations to keep going. If you can help, go here >>
https://give.thewashfoundation.org/give/479807/#!/donation/checkout
   
This is from their website >>
Today, more than 844 million people lack access to basic drinking water. More than 2.3 billion people lack access to basic sanitation. The leading cause of death for children under age five is hygiene-related illnesses like diarrhea and pneumonia. More children die from water and sanitation-related causes than from malaria, AIDS, and tuberculosis combined.

The WASH Foundation is taking an active role in improving health and transforming the lives of vulnerable populations worldwide by providing access to safe water, sanitation, and hygiene to women, children, and families who need our help now, more than ever. You can make a difference today.
   
7/24–This morning, as they do every day, my blood pressure was taken.
It was at 167/65, which was a high reading.
She checked the other arm, 167/108.
Perhaps I will die soon, and all this will be over.
Will you miss me?
 
I heard from another who wants to produce a movie about my story. This would be great if it were to happen. A few in the past have brought up the idea, but it went nowhere.

My speech therapist didn’t know how to judge! A willing student, she was quick to learn. I feel bad; part of speech therapy involves memory, and I’ve forgotten her name.
      
7/25–For most of my life, I have been with a partner. So, strange now to be alone. Often, I wake and feel for a person next to me, but she is not there, of course. Are you out there?

MAKE THIS DAY GREAT FOR YOU!
THEN, KEEP    
DOING NEW (DAILY) FOR THE REST OF YOUR LIFE!

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THE GARDEN THIS WEEK 
I keep this section on gardening.
I do like the skill and hope you do, too.
   
Winter is here now.
But there are still things you can grow.
And remember about indoor gardening.
   
A self-supporting 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.

START YOUR GARDEN TODAY!
IT MAY BE NECESSARY FOR YOUR LIFE!

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ALL OUR LIVES, WE MUST CHALLENGE OURSELVES!
YOUR CHALLENGE FOR THE WEEK >>
Search your mind for what you continually dwell on.
If it’s negative, change your thoughts.
You have that control.
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NEXT BLOG >>
BLOG 335–HOW ARE YA DOIN’?
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AND WHAT ARE YOU PLANNING FOR YOUR UPCOMING WEEK?
ALWAYS REMEMBER,
YOUR PRESENT SITUATION IS NOT YOUR FINAL DESTINATION–
THE BEST IS YET TO COME! 

“KITTING AROUND”
BLOG 333–As We Age
Don’t sleepwalk through life
I aim to illustrate and Deepen Contemplation Together
I WANT TO INSPIRE YOU TO LIVE DIFFERENTLY AND BETTER!

*** A world-class juggler/performer.
*** Only YOU know what is best for you.
*** Going through a 37-day coma — Yikes!
*** This blog looks best when viewed on a laptop.
*** If you read through Facebook, see >> kitsummers.com
*** 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 quite pleasant.
*** I visited all the US national parks and met Beth.
*** Beth and I got married on 2/22/22 at 2:22.
*** But sadly, our divorce is imminent.
*** In 2025, I met Jennifer. We are sooo happy together!
*** Regretfully, we broke up.
*** I have a great deal of love for someone.
*** But I have not yet found them.
*** Remember, the future will come.
*** All you have is “now”—ALWAYS!
*** Make each “NOW” excellent!
*** Have you seen >> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wFC5vLPDWRo 

BE TAKEN AWAY WITH ME
ON WONDERFUL ADVENTURES!

********************
WHY I WRITE THIS BLOG
You have many 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 a new and different experience for me every time—I love it! In other words, I hope to continually enrich your life and elevate you to a higher level of achievement. Your life should always be starting again–a better life each time! You should not be allowed to die until you have done something to advance human life.
     
I WANT TO INSPIRE YOU WITH MY WORDS –WORDS HAVE POWER!
Are you accomplishing what you want before you pass away?
These words can fill you with optimism and empower you to think positively.
You can (and should) make changes to improve your life at every age.
Let these ideas motivate and drive you towards self-improvement.
Of course, that leads to helping others lead better lives.
We all need to help each other reach a higher level.
         
MY EXPERIENCES
You already know a great deal about my writing, and I want to remind you of the key ideas that are most important to me. I can provide you with additional thoughts on how I can assist 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!
     
A NEW WORD DAILY!
Sign up at >> https://www.wordgenius.com/ 

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
   
Hmm, it doesn’t seem like I am getting older, but, of course, I am. In my mind, I remain playful and fun; it’s a great state of mind to be in. It’s raining all week, I didn’t expect that. Yet, I’ve been jumping out of my bed each day in a happy mood, and I believe it’s helping.
 
But I’ve lost my freedom. I can’t imagine not being with a female again, looks like, if I stay here, that could occur. And not driving again is unimaginable, but that might happen. It’s starting to feel like I am back in jail. I found out today that they no longer want me to drive. And, I cannot even go out and walk around the area. I would like to have a bike to go out, but even that would be limited. I dislike being here for those reasons.
   
I became friends with Gabriel Farfan, who works here at NeuroRestorative. He told me he would talk with the people in charge and try and get me out more. That was good to hear.
   
Maybe I will just have to find a car for sale and secretly take off. Bye-bye. 

WELCOME THE PRESENT MOMENT- EVERY SINGLE INSTANT! 

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BLOG 333–As We Age
   
When we’re younger, time tends to feel as if it drags on forever. Remember those long, lazy summers that seemed never-ending, or how it could feel like an eternity watching the clock tick away and waiting for the final school bell to ring. Now you are older, compare the two.
   
Yet, as we grow older, many of us feel that time is moving more quickly, and we want to slow it down. This curious occurrence has nothing to do with any change in the measurement of time, of course; a minute today is the same length it was 50 years ago.
   
As we age, our bodies and minds undergo a range of natural changes. These changes can include physical transformations, such as wrinkles, graying hair, and a decrease in muscle mass, as well as cognitive shifts, including slower processing speeds and potential memory decline. However, aging also brings increased emotional maturity and wisdom.
         
I’ve always kept a young state of mind.
I think it has kept me happy over the years.
You must find that, too.
   
According to some scientific theories, this sensation is related to how our brains process the experiences around us, which changes as we age. This leads to a feeling of a rapidly increasing pace of life. Let’s take a look at some potential explanations for this odd yet seemingly universal experience.
     
Where you put your focus determines your future.
If you focus on the past, fear controls you.
If you focus on the future, anxiety consumes you.
IF YOU FOCUS ON THE PRESENT, YOU WILL LIVE A BETTER LIFE.
If you focus on others, they dictate your future.
If you focus on the hurt, you will continue to suffer.
If you focus on the lessons, you will continue to grow and develop.
Where you place your focus shapes your reality and destiny.
Time moves on regardless; attention is what gives it meaning.
Your mindset determines all.
   
Across the board, people’s perception of time appears to slow down when they are presented with greater amounts of new and complex information. It is suggested that our brains require extra time to process strange experiences, resulting in a feeling of time essentially moving in slow motion.
   
When we are young, our days are filled with first-time experiences of life, which present complex and often novel information that our brains work hard to process. There are countless new lessons to learn, new locations to explore, and new sensations to feel.
   
Yes, you are getting older.
The key to your future is to think younger.
It is how you apply your mind to life and future events.
   
When we’re younger, it takes time for our brains to discover and process all the sights and sounds we’ve never experienced before. This overwhelming flood of knowledge may contribute to the sensation of time moving more slowly.
   
As we grow older, however, we often find ourselves falling into familiar routines. Days, weeks, months, or even years can pass without our lives changing significantly. Our brains aren’t working as hard each day to process and analyze these new experiences, so time can feel like it’s moving faster and faster.
   
YES–YOU ARE ON YOUR WAY!
     
As people age, their bodies undergo a range of natural and progressive changes. These include decreases in physical and mental capacity, increased susceptibility to certain health conditions, and changes in physical appearance and bodily functions. Many of these changes are normal parts of aging, while others can indicate underlying health issues that require attention.
   
This is all just a vision, of course, as some older people may actively seek out stimulating activities that keep their brain active and, therefore, help to “slow things down.” Yet, time tends to blend more as we age, when it isn’t broken up by fresh, original experiences as frequently as it was in our younger years; remember the first time you rode a bike?
 
Even if you try to seek out challenging new experiences as you age, your perception of time will likely still be affected by the inevitable changes to your body and brain. These changes mean that time takes longer for signals to traverse your nervous system and reach the brain, so your body is unable to process details as efficiently as your brain did when you were younger.
   
You see, younger people are physically capable of processing more mental images than their older counterparts, whose brains function less efficiently as they age. Do you recall your childhood? Childhood to 100 years, here I go. As you know, I want to live beyond the age of 100, so 34 years to go. I can’t imagine staying here at NeuroRestorative, but time will tell.
   
Let’s say there’s a 15-year-old and a 65-year-old who are both witnesses to the same experience for one hour. When looking back, the teenager will likely recount better memories than the adult, given the brain’s capabilities. The adult should remember finer things. But remember, it’s how we focus.
   
An older person, on the other hand, may remember fewer details, and so it may seem like that time flew by. In other words, younger people recall memories as if they were watching slow-motion footage, which allows them to look at every minor detail. However, adults may overlook certain aspects of this.
 
Another way to perceive time as speeding up is through the concept of proportional theory. This theory suggests that our perception of time is related to the amount of time we’ve already experienced. Younger people have been alive for less time, so each new experience seems more substantial in comparison.
 
Think in young ways, young thoughts, and you will remain younger, 

ALL YOU HAVE IS NOW!
MAKE THINGS FANTASTIC! 

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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, as well as finding ways to inspire ourselves and others.
     
READ
Reading through the quotes below about life can do the trick if you’re looking for a pick-me-up or a healthy dose of motivation. Whether centered around positive affirmations, self-care, or success, life quotes can be powerful inspirational tools.
   
THE BURST!
Inspirational quotes and ideas provide a quick and timely burst of wisdom to help us 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 real life. 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, use each day as an opportunity to improve and move closer to your goals. It might sound like a lot of work, and it’s next to impossible with your busy schedule. 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 impact our brain, behavior, and lives because they make us feel like we are in control of our success and have a sense of 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 when we need it most.
     
WORDS WILL CHANGE YOU!
The correct motivational quote can transform you and your perspective, helping you overcome excuses, step out of 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. Many other people also feel bad. 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 as soon as you wake up.
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
INSPIRE YOU AND ADD TO YOUR LIFE >>
   
Inspirational age quotes often highlight the positive aspects of growing older, emphasizing wisdom, opportunity, and continued growth rather than focusing on decline.
   
“The longer I live, the more beautiful life becomes.”
Frank Lloyd Wright
     
“There is a fountain of youth: it is your mind, your talents, the creativity you bring to your life and the lives of people you love. When you learn to tap this source, you will truly have defeated age.”
Sophia Loren
 
“In the central place of every heart, there is a recording chamber.  So long as it receives a message of beauty, hope, cheer, and courage, so long are you young.  When the wires are all down and our heart is covered with the snow of pessimism and the ice of cynicism, then, and only then, are you grown old.”
Douglas MacArthur
   
“For the unlearned, old age is winter; for the learned, it is the season of the harvest.”
Hasidic saying
     
“Every year should teach you something valuable; whether you get the lesson is up to you. Every year brings you closer to expressing your whole and healed self.”
Oprah Winfrey
   
“One of the reasons people get old—lose their aliveness—is that they get weighed down by all of their stuff.”
Richard Leider
     
“Age is an issue of mind over matter.
If you don’t mind, it doesn’t matter.”

Mark Twain
   
“I suppose real old age begins when one looks backward rather than forward.”
Mary Sarton
   
“Of all the self-fulfilling prophecies in our culture the assumption that aging means decline and poor health is probably the deadliest.”
Marilyn Ferguson
   
“Age is no barrier.
It’s a limitation you put on your mind.”
Jackie Joyner-Kersee
   
“Your 40s are good. 
Your 50s are great. 
Your 60s are fab. 
And 70 is f*@king awesome!”
Helen Mirren
   
“Know that you are the perfect age. Each year is special and precious, for you shall only live it once. Be comfortable with growing older.”
Louise Hay
   
“Oh, the worst of all tragedies is not to die young, but to live until I am seventy-five and yet not ever truly to have lived.”
Martin Luther King Jr.
   
“You don’t stop laughing when you grow old, you grow old when you stop laughing.”
George Bernard Shaw
   
“I believe the second half of one’s life is meant to be better than the first half. The first half involves discovering how to do it. And the second half is enjoying it.”
Frances Lear
 
“We are not victims of aging, sickness, and death. These are part of the scenery, not the seer, who is immune to any form of change. This seer is the spirit, the expression of eternal being.”
Deepak Chopra
   
“Anyone who keeps the ability to see beauty never grows old.”
Franz Kafka
   
“To find joy in work is to discover the fountain of youth.”
Pearl S. Buck
     
“The trouble is, when a number—your age—becomes your identity, you’ve given away your power to choose your future.”
Richard J. Leider

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.
It seems that time is passing more quickly.
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, in every moment.
  
7/12–Today is a Saturday, and things are very slow around here. There are few staff members available, and nothing is happening. Stayed in my room most of the day and practiced my juggling over the bed. When you practice over a bed, you don’t have to reach the floor for a dropped ball.
   
7/13–Today, being Sunday, is even slower than yesterday. I’m not sure if I like this. I worked on my juggling again and watched some YouTube videos.
I discovered that Jesse, with whom I had been communicating, was a scam after all. So sad.
I am so lonely out here.
   
7/14-15–Nothing special happened on these two days, sorry.
     
7/16–Went to see Jurassic World: Rebirth. This film had no good happenings in it. Death and destruction, that’s all I saw. So, not enjoyable to see. Neuro Restorative did pay for all of us to see the movie, along with a drink and popcorn.
   
Seven patients, along with four staff, went. They have two large vans to carry people, and they were filled up. Here is the movie>>
https://www.regmovies.com/movies/jurassic-world-rebirth-ho00017219
So, not a good film, don’t waste your time going.
     
Right now it is about 6:20 in the evening. The wind and rain are coming on strong. There are palm trees outside both of the windows in the bedroom. So lovely to see the storm take them. It looks spectacular to see.
     
7/17–Bingo, the game, if you can believe it. This is particularly beneficial for patients with head injuries who experience slow recovery. I helped the people on each side of me to keep up. One girl seems almost like she is still comatose. I’m sorry to hear. Her mind is slowly coming back, though.
   
It’s so sad to see these people slowly returning from their time away while they were in comas. I remember, at first, I just wanted to sleep all the time. Eventually, I came back strong and wanted to continually improve, as I do now. The other people here do not seem to be as far along and ahead as I am.
   mmmmmmmmm
I just attended a meeting with six people from here, and my daughter, April, was linked in. The main news I gathered was that I was doing well here, but I can no longer drive. That is a limitation that needs to change.
     
For many years, that was my whole life — living and traveling in my van. I must hear a good reason not to, or I will just get a car and go. I hate the idea of depending on others for my mobility. I will have to discover if there are any exercises that could help me. It just doesn’t seem fair.
     
7/18–I was just out to get breakfast in the cafeteria. The meals are prepared on the first floor, while I am located on the third floor. There were four other people there, awaiting breakfast. I tried to talk to a couple of them, but I found silence. It seems that my mind is more together than most, so I struggle to form any friendships, which is sad.
   
Last night, I went to sleep around 10 pm. Someone came into the room around midnight, as they always do, to check on things. They were too noisy and woke me up. I had trouble getting to sleep and didn’t until about 2 a.m. Then awake again at 4am, up for the day I am. 

MAKE THIS DAY GREAT FOR YOU!
THEN, KEEP    
DOING NEW (DAILY) FOR THE REST OF YOUR LIFE!

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THE GARDEN THIS WEEK
I keep this section on gardening.
I do like the skill and hope you do, too.
   
Winter is here now.
But there are still things you can grow.
And remember about indoor gardening.
   
A self-supporting 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.

START YOUR GARDEN TODAY!
IT MAY BE NECESSARY FOR YOUR LIFE!

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ALL OUR LIVES, WE MUST CHALLENGE OURSELVES!
YOUR CHALLENGE FOR THE WEEK >>Think about your life and think back to your younger days. What would it take to bring those thoughts to the forefront? As you think younger, you will do better in life. This week, change your thinking, think in younger ways.
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NEXT BLOG >>
BLOG 334–WHAT DOES YOUR MIND DWELL ON?
What you constantly think about is what you manifest; think about it.
Think better and be better, as the story goes.
In this next blog, you will gain ideas to think better.
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AND WHAT ARE YOU PLANNING FOR YOUR UPCOMING WEEK?