BLOG 313 – SCAMMER, WATCH OUT!
“KITTING AROUND”
BLOG 313 – SCAMMER, WATCH OUT!
Don’t sleepwalk through life.
I aim to Illuminate Your Life with my Words.
Do You Wander Aimlessly or Wonder About the Possibilities?
Embark on Your Journey of Self-Discovery and Personal Growth.
Let’s Ignite Moments of Self-reflection and Deep Contemplation Together.
I WANT TO INSPIRE YOU TO LIVE DIFFERENTLY AND BETTER!*** A world-class juggler/performer.
*** The value that every moment has.
*** Only YOU know what is best for you.
*** Going through a 37-day coma — Yikes!
*** The joy I experience in life is a wondrous thing!
*** It was a life-altering experience that gave me joy.
*** More than just you, I hope I help many others through you.
*** 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 very nice.
*** I visited all US national parks and met Beth.
*** Beth and I married on 2/22/22 at 2:22.
*** But sadly, our divorce is imminent.
*** What are you genuinely passionate about?
*** What do you want to accomplish?
*** You cannot change the past.
*** Remember, the future will come.
*** All you have is now — ALWAYS!
*** Have you seen >> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wFC5vLPDWRoBE TAKEN AWAY WITH ME
ON WONDERFUL ADVENTURES!********************
WHY I WRITE THIS BLOG
You will have many in your life who assist and teach; I hope I help guide you. I want to lighten your path toward excellence. I am not trying to show you “the way”; I am trying to help you find “your way.” Writing this blog each week is new and different for me each time—I love it! In other words, I hope to continually add to your life and bring you to a higher level. Your life should always be starting again- a better life each time!
I WANT TO INSPIRE YOU WITH MY WORDS –WORDS HAVE POWER!
They can fill you with optimism and empower you to think positively.
Are you accomplishing what you want before your eventual demise?
You can (and should) make changes to improve your life — at every age. Let this thought motivate and drive you towards self-improvement.
Of course, that leads to helping others to have a better life.
We all need to help each other reach a higher level.
MY EXPERIENCES
You already know much about what I write, and I want to remind you of these ideas and show that my views can give you more thoughts, along with yours, to help you.
I hope to spread ideas from my life so you can live better.
Remember, only you know what is best for you.
And — you are only as young as the last time you changed your mind!
Learn a New Word Every Day!
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?============================
OPENING WORDS
Thank you, Jasmine and Noah Cowan, for your help in writing this blog.
This week, the blog had already been written about fun and play.
This has changed, as I have been dealing with scammers in Uganda.
I want to help you in dealing with these nasty humans.
Trying to protect you.
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Here is an email I sent out today >>
Dear Friends,
My email account was recently compromised. The hacker copied my contact list and is now sending fraudulent emails from fake addresses, adding one letter to my email address, impersonating me, and making requests on my behalf. They are now also impersonating others.
Please block any emails from the following addresses, which are “spoof” accounts that have one letter added to the actual contact emails:
Jugglers:
Kit’s Family:
- springsummersjasmine@gmail.com
- springsummersapril@gmail.com
If you receive an email that looks like it’s from me but is coming from an unfamiliar address, or is written in a style that does not sound like me, please do not respond, do not click any links, and do not share personal information. I recommend blocking the sender, reporting as phishing, and marking the email as spam.
I sincerely apologize for any confusion or stress that this may have caused.
With help from my daughter, Jasmine, I have now secured my accounts.
You can always reach me at kitsummers@gmail.com
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BLOG 313 — SCAMMERS AND BAD PEOPLE, WATCH OUT!
If you suspect you’re dealing with a scammer, immediately stop communicating with them, do not provide any personal or financial information, and report the scam to the appropriate authorities, such as your local police or the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) at ReportFraud.ftc.gov. Also, contact your bank or credit card company to secure your accounts if you’ve already provided information.
Thank you, Jasmine, for helping me deal with and get over this trouble I’ve been having.
I did not lose any money to these scammers, but sadly, some of my friends did.
If you did lose money, contact your bank; they can help.
The GoFundme set up has now been transferred to my sole ownership, just me.
If you were so generous as to donate, it would help me after my recent accident as I transition to life in Pennsylvania. If you sent money via PayPal or Zelle in response to a scam email, please report as fraud to your bank and work to get it returned to your account.
If you suspect fraud, a phone call to the sender can help, but do not call the number provided by an email. Always search for the business and find a published phone number. Verify the company’s existence using the Better Business Bureau or LinkedIn.
Another way to verify someone’s identity is to video conference with them.
Seeing them live makes it much easier to believe them.
If you suspect a scam, do not provide personal information such as:
Your name, address, phone number, or bank account details.
As the saying goes, “Fool me once, shame on you; fool me twice, shame on me.”
Don’t blame yourself for being victimized. Fraudsters are pretty good at what they do and often target educated and successful people. However, you may want to consider the events or actions leading to the fraud.
Routine activities can frequently lead people to become targets, and returning to those activities could repeat the process. These routine activities could include being active in investor social media groups or chat rooms, commenting on videos, signing up for trading courses, special offers, free giveaways, or investor newsletters.
While the exact numbers are unknown because fraud is commonly underreported, victims tend to be victimized more than once. Recovery frauds, mentioned above, commonly start from victim lists sold on the dark web. Your details and vulnerabilities may be sold to other scammers.
One of the best ways to build your resistance to fraud is to stay informed.
Here are some do’s and don’ts to help you avoid fraud again.
If you think you are dealing with scammers, ask many questions. >>
The quick call:
If someone contacts you with a seemingly urgent offer or request, ask clarifying questions to verify their legitimacy, such as the company name, contact details, and specific details of the offer.
Be cautious of pressure tactics:
Scammers often try to create a sense of urgency to pressure you into making quick decisions.
If someone pressures you to act immediately, it’s likely a scam.
Verify information independently:
Please don’t rely solely on the information the scammer gave.
You can check the company or organization’s legitimacy online through reputable sources.
Hang up or block contact:
If you think you’re being scammed, you can immediately end the conversation by hanging up and blocking this phone number and email address.
Report the scam:
After ending contact, report the scam to the appropriate authorities, including your local police, the FTC, and your bank or credit card company if relevant. These scammers have been reported to Google and GoFundMe.
How to protect yourself from scams and scaammers:
1)Be vigilant about your online privacy.
2) You can guard your personal information and be careful about online sharing.
3) Use strong passwords.
4) You can create strong passwords for all your online accounts; consider using a password manager.
5) Be wary of unexpected offers; check things out carefully.
6) Be cautious about deals that seem too good to be true, especially if they require personal information up front.
7) Educate yourself about common scams.
8) Stay informed about the latest scams online and through other channels.
9) Don’t pay any more money.
10) Collect all the pertinent information and documents.
11) Protect your identity and accounts.
12) Report the fraud to authorities.
13) Check your insurance coverage and other financial recovery steps.
14) Can you outsmart a scammer? Not a great game, but, yes, you can.
15) Please don’t make any decisions right now.
16) Please just hang up if you are feeling pressured.
17) Do not share personal or financial information (such as your social security number, checking account information, etc.). I had to learn that the hard way.
18) Ask for their name and the name of the business/organization.
19) Could you ask for additional information to be mailed by post?
20) Stop! Don’t pay any money or give any information straight away to someone.
21) Think! Ask yourself, “Is this real, or is this a scam?
22) Ask someone you trust what they think about it.
23) Get Help! (Thank you, Jasmine!)
The best way to deal with someone who scams or rips you off is to gather evidence of the scam, report them to the appropriate authorities or consumer protection agencies, and, if possible, pursue legal action to recover your losses rather than seeking personal retribution.EMBRACE THE PRESENT MOMENT — EVERY SINGLE INSTANT!
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WORDS TO INSPIRE YOU!
Inspirational quotes and sayings have a unique ability to change the way we feel about life and can change our thoughts. They are attractive, challenging, and essential on our path to joy and happiness and finding ways to inspire ourselves and others.
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 give us a quick and timely burst of wisdom to regain our focus, offering the inspiration needed for the day or occasion. I hope the words below bring a smile to your face and drive you to make this day and every day a fantastic event.
BE POSITIVE!
Just as positive words can make someone smile and a well-timed, amusing quote can make someone laugh, your thoughts react to the world in real time. Have this control! You have complete control over only one thing in the universe—YOUR THINKING—and that’s where motivational quotes come in!
“YOU”
Your quality of thinking and how you think and feel about yourself, including your beliefs and expectations about what is possible, determine everything in your life. Use quotes to move ahead in your life.
SELF-TALK IS SO ESSENTIAL — THINK RIGHT!
To stay motivated, you have to use each day as an opportunity to improve and get closer to your goals. It might sound like a lot of work—and with your busy schedule—next to impossible. But you can do it! Motivational words, yes, are just words. But they are positive words; they will keep you on track.
QUOTES
Motivational quotes affect our brains, behaviors, and lives because they make us feel like we are in control of our success and have self-efficacy. Quotes make us believe that we have the confidence to complete a task successfully, which is different from having the motivation to succeed.
QUOTES WILL BENEFIT YOU!
Positive and inspiring quotes can be like sunshine on a cloudy day. They inject optimism into our thoughts, brighten our mood, and help us focus on the good in life. They remind us that even in the face of adversity, we can see the silver lining and embrace a positive attitude.
PEARLS OF WISDOM
In a world filled with challenges and indecisiveness, the power of inspirational quotes cannot be exaggerated. These pearls of wisdom uniquely uplift our spirits, can spark positive change, and fuel our motivation when we need it most.
WORDS WILL CHANGE YOU!
The correct motivational quote can change you and things—helping you ditch the excuses, escape your comfort zone, and take action. Read these words with an open mind and learn to improve your life.
THESE QUOTES
When you read these quotes, you’ll also realize that many other people worldwide are experiencing these feelings. These feelings make you think you’re the only person who could feel this bad. But you’re not. Lots and lots of other people feel bad, too. This is the irony of it. You don’t want other people to feel crappy, but it does make you feel better or at least comforted to know that other people feel just as bad as you.
READ CAREFULLY
These quotes can be used when you wake up or prepare for work.
You can write your favorite quotes somewhere where you can see them first thing in the morning.
These quotes are motivating, inspiring, and encouraging.
They will help you see your potential, stay motivated, and see the beauty in every morning.
Use them to your advantage!============
I HOPE THE FOLLOWING WORDS
INSPIRE YOU AND ADD TO YOUR LIFE >>- “Toxic people will pollute everything around them. Don’t hesitate. Fumigate.” –Mandy Hale
2. “A healthy relationship will never require you to sacrifice your friends, your dreams, or your dignity.” –Dinkar Kalotra
3. “Toxic people are like black holes, they suck out your positive energy.” –Karen Salmansohn
4. “Life is short. Please don’t waste it with negative people who don’t appreciate you. Keep them in your heart, but keep them out of your life.” –Unknown
5. “The less you respond to negative people, the more powerful your life will become.” –Robert E. Baine, Jr.
6. “Toxic people create chaos, point fingers, shift blame and avoid taking responsibility.” –Dr. Anne Brown
7. “Some people are in such utter darkness that they will burn you just to see a light. Try not to take it personally.” –Kamand Kojouri
8. “People who are unhappy with themselves cannot possibly be happy with you.”
9. “Your life is too valuable to waste on people who don’t appreciate you.” –Turcois Ominek
10. “A toxic person only changes their victims, never themselves.” –Unknown
11. “It’s amazing how quickly things can turn around when you remove toxic people from your life.”
– Robert Tew
12. “As important as it is to learn how to deal with different kinds of people, truly toxic people will never be worth your time and energy – and they take a lot of each. Toxic people create unnecessary complexity, strife, and, worst of all, stress.”
– Travis Bradberry
13. “As you remove toxic people from your life, you free up space and emotional energy for positive, healthy relationships.” – John Mark Green
14. “If a person finds negative people in his life, then he needs to mend his nature than that of others, for his own basic grounding decides the level of acidic or toxicity surrounding him.” – Anuj Somany
15. “Stack all the rocks you want, but if you don’t let go of the toxic people and behaviors in your life, nothing will change.”- Steve Maraboli
16. “Toxic people will pollute everything around them. Don’t hesitate. Fumigate.” – Mandy Hale
17.- “If you are in a toxic relationship, that poisons you everywhere else.” – Matthew Hussey
18.- “We all have those toxic people around us that make our lives miserable… The day we take them out from our lives, we will all become better people, including them.” – Rodolfo Peon
19. “Know your worth, and please don’t invest in toxic people or relationships because any bond that requires servicing is not worth your time.” – Masaba Gupta
20.- “Toxic people attach themselves like cinder blocks tied to your ankles and then invite you for a swim in their poisoned waters.” – John Mark Green
21.- “Toxic people spread their toxin to you and then you, in turn, become a wasteland like they are.”
– Body Focus
22. “Save your skin from the corrosive acids from the mouths of toxic people. Someone who just helped you to speak evil about another person can later help another person to speak evil about you.”
– Israelmore Ayivor
23. “If you walked away from a toxic, negative, abusive, one-sided, dead-end, low vibrational relationship or friendship, you won.” – Lalah Delia
24. “Until you let go of all the toxic people in your life, you will never be able to grow into your fullest potential. Let them go so you can grow.” – DLQ
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!********************
MY DAILY JOTTINGS >>
Each week goes by so quickly, don’t you think?
It seems like time is going by faster and faster.
You must live joyfully, daily, for each day!
Do you know what you did last Monday?
Do you remember what you ate for dinner last Thursday?
Keep track of your doings for a few weeks; you will see your time differently.
Remember, the quality of your life depends on what you do each day- each moment!
3/1—Four to five hours of sleep is enough for my mind, as I got little sleep last night.
3/2–This email went out today about the scammers >>
“It was as bad as my 37-day coma. My daughter, Jasmine, is helping me through this by, for one thing, spending a lot of time changing all my passwords. She discovered this began when one of the scammers, who also scammed Cindy out of a lot, got into my computer and made changes. These scammers have gotten into Cindy for much, and I can’t help but think they are the reason for my troubles
Here is Cindy
I’m sure I am out of the thousands of dollars sent to a person in Uganda and the thousands more from people who were afraid to get involved.
Kurt, as a member of the GoFundMe Risk Team, you should stay closer to beginners in GoFundMe programs. This will help protect people like me from these awful scammers.=============================
Here is one of the emails I got back >>
“It has been brought to my attention that you are not the real Kit Summers.
You have scammed me for $500; I have provided your email to the FBI.
Feel free to Zelle me back the $500 you conned me out of.”
Dave, can we start this GoFundMe program again, this time with no interruptions from scammers?
I hope this can work>>>>>>Kit”
But I have heard no one about this.
3/3–Fresh start. As has happened so many times, I have to start life anew.
Even with this fresh start, I have not enjoyed life for a long time.
I’m not even sure what I will be transitioning to next.
3/4–Jasmine has been helping me a lot this week. April and her husband, Jake, are away. I’m finding that I have a tremendous amount of anger within me.
3/5–So strange to be stuck in this motel room by myself. But Jasmine came over tonight to help me with my bank and recent scam.
3/6–I did not do much today. I am always working on getting things together better. Most days now, I am out walking and trying to strengthen this right leg of mine. The leg is showing improvement daily.
Is this strange? I put a paper in my wallet with Jasmine’s and April’s phone numbers.
This is in case I have yet another accident.
It’s hard to live my life in fear.
3/7–Tomorrow, Jasmine set me up to volunteer here >>
https://blessingsofhope.com/volunteer/
I’m looking forward to that, and I will let you know how it went in next week’s blog.
I want to get involved and help as much as I can.
I just got back from a walk. Every day, I feel stronger, and my right leg is better. While walking, I thought of my van a lot. I never even tried to start the engine after the accident. It may run fine. But then again, maybe I was looking for a change. I loved living and traveling in my van.
I’ve been thinking about Beth a lot, too. I can add her to the long list of losses I have had in my life. Starting with my first accident, where I lost my skill of juggling and many other things. Also, Jasmine and April’s mom (Mary Ellen, whom I was married to for 23 years) doesn’t want to see or talk to me. Yes, another significant loss in my life.
I didn’t take great care of my teeth when I was young. Over the last few years, a few teeth got infected and had to be removed. So I don’t have a complete set of teeth; four in my lower jaw are gone, making it sometimes difficult to chew. Loss loss loss.
I have had nothing but losses throughout my existence.
As you can tell, I am hurting and sad now.
Hard to see my life going downhill as it is currently.
I hate that I have screwed up my life so completely.THEN KEEP DOING NEW FOR THE REST OF YOUR LIFE!
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THE GARDEN THIS WEEK
I keep this section about gardening in.
I do like the skill and hope you do, too.
Winter 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.
When I drove the van seven years ago,
I grew stuff under the sunroof windows on the top.
I may start that up in my van garden again.
You will find out, of course.START YOUR GARDEN TODAY!
IT MAY BE NECESSARY FOR YOUR LIFE!******************
ALL OUR LIVES, WE MUST CHALLENGE OURSELVES!
YOUR CHALLENGE FOR THE WEEK >>
Check your bank account and all other contacts to ensure everything is set up right for you.
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NEXT BLOG >>
BLOG 314–How fun and play will benefit you immensely.
**************AND WHAT ARE YOU PLANNING FOR YOUR UPCOMING WEEK?
March 7, 202500BLOG 312–Find Your Confidence!
“KITTING AROUND”
BLOG 312–Find Your Confidence!
Don’t sleepwalk through life.
I aim to Illuminate Your Life with my Words.
Do You Wander Aimlessly or Wonder About the Possibilities?
Embark on Your Journey of Self-Discovery and Personal Growth.
Let’s Ignite Moments of Self-reflection and Deep Contemplation Together.
I WANT TO INSPIRE YOU TO LIVE DIFFERENTLY AND BETTER!*** A world-class juggler/performer.
*** The value that every moment has.
*** Only YOU know what is best for you.
*** Going through a 37-day coma — Yikes!
*** The joy I experience in life is a wondrous thing!
*** It was a life-altering experience that gave me joy.
*** More than just you, I hope I help many others through you.
*** 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 very nice.
*** I visited all US national parks and met Beth.
*** Beth and I married on 2/22/22 at 2:22.
*** But sadly, our divorce is imminent.
*** What are you genuinely passionate about?
*** What do you want to accomplish?
*** You cannot change the past.
*** Remember, the future will come.
*** All you have is now—ALWAYS!
*** Have you seen >> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wFC5vLPDWRoBE TAKEN AWAY WITH ME
ON WONDERFUL ADVENTURES!********************
WHY I WRITE THIS BLOG
You will have many in your life who assist and teach; I hope I help guide you. I want to lighten your path toward excellence. I am not trying to show you “the way”; I am trying to help you find “your way.” Writing this blog each week is new and different for me each time—I love it! In other words, I hope to continually add to your life and bring you to a higher level. Your life should always be starting again–a better life each time!
I WANT TO INSPIRE YOU WITH MY WORDS –WORDS HAVE POWER!
They can fill you with optimism and empower you to think positively.
Are you accomplishing what you want before your eventual demise?
You can (and should) make changes to improve your life — at every age. Let this thought motivate and drive you towards self-improvement.
Of course, that leads to helping others have a better life.
We all need to help each other reach a higher level.
MY EXPERIENCES
You already know much about what I write, and I want to remind you of these ideas and show that my views can provide you with additional thoughts, along with yours, to help you.
I hope to spread ideas from my life so you can live better.
Remember, only you know what is best for you.
And — you are only as young as the last time you changed your mind!
Learn a New Word Every Day!
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?============================
OPENING WORDS
A fundraiser had been set up for me. Thanks for your help, Dave Finnigan. However, some scammers in Ghana tried to steal money. My daughter, April, will help make this fundraiser work. Any help you can provide will be much appreciated. Please don’t write to any email addresses besides kitsummers.com.
A problematic week spending time alone at the hotel. There is not anywhere to go around here. I have spent time on this computer putting down words for your eyes.
Do you make time for exercise? I need to.
I walked today, although my foot and ankle hurt a lot.
However, my leg gets better each day I work out.
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BLOG 311–The Confidence You Need!
CONFIDENCE?
Are you confident in your life and what you do? If so, you will go much further in life and achieve amazing things.
WHAT IS?
Confidence is a wonderful thing. It will allow you to move through your life with poise and self-assurance and take on challenges that might otherwise seem too much. But confidence is also an inconstant thing. Confidence can be the best mental state for those who yearn to stroll smiling into a party, confident that they’ll make a good impression, or confidently share their ideas in an important meeting.
FAKE IT!
I’ve found that when you need confidence but are unsure, fake it.
You will gain confidence and move forward; others will believe in you.
Try it; you will be surprised at the outcome.
You want to be in a positive light but not be pushy.
OVERESTIMATE
But it’s also a tricky subject to understand. On the one hand, confidence has been associated with increased happiness, health, and job satisfaction; conversely, it is a cognitive bias in which the least-skilled people overestimate their capabilities.
USE YOUR MIND
Suggestions for cultivating more confidence can also come with warnings. Power posing is based on the idea that the brain takes a cue from the body when we assume certain “commanding” stances. It is like the physical incarnation of the “fake it until you make it” mentality.
EXPERIENCE
So where does your self-confidence — or the trust in one’s abilities, capacities, and judgment — come from? Brought on with past experience? Increased through intentional practice? The answer is a bit of everything.
FROM YOUTH
Beginning in our youth, everything we experience — from traumatic events to gender-based societal conditioning — can impact the people we become. Confidence is being open to think differently and how to change.
POSITIVE RELATIONSHIPS
Life experience includes the positive relationships we’ve built with family and friends, whether with parents who encourage us and create safe spaces for us to try new things or with friends who cheer us on.
YOUR PAST
Confidence is also born from past successes, mainly when we set out to do something and succeed, especially when overcoming obstacles. Though the idea of power posing as an elixir for self-assurance may have conflicting data behind it, there are some more general ways to help cultivate confidence, even if you feel like neither nature nor nurture is on your side.
POWER POSING
This is your stance and the strength you show. Your body and face show confidence. For example, you might stand with legs wide apart, hands on hips, and a lifted chin, essentially “faking it till you make it” with your body language.
SURE OF YOURSELF
Self-effectiveness is closely related to confidence. It reflects confidence in one’s ability to control one’s motivation, behavior, and social environment. As one’s self-image improves, confidence will skyrocket, and one will feel great about oneself.
THE DAILY ROUTINE
We feel good about ourselves when we’re doing things that show our skills and/or talents, things that we already possess some degree of self-assurance. So, if you’re stuck in a daily routine that doesn’t involve many of your strengths, it stands to reason that an overall sense of self-confidence may evade you.
CHOOSE THINGS YOU ARE GOOD AT
Make sure you’re partaking in the activities in which you shine, be that playing trivia at a pub or baking treats for your friends and coworkers. On a larger scale, taking stock of whether or not you’re in a job that utilizes your gifts to the highest degree may be helpful.
DO FOR OTHERS
Additionally, doing good for others can boost self-esteem, which is another closely related concept to self-confidence. It could also help you discover new talents or build new skills. You could also volunteer to find opportunities.
THE CURE-ALL?
It sometimes seems like mindfulness is being offered as a cure-all for everything these days, but it may be helpful in this area. Not being mindful could impede the self-confidence you’re trying to build. When you focus on the present moment, you don’t engage in negative self-talk.
MINDFULNESS
Practice can help you disengage from your thinking by acknowledging that those thoughts are simply thoughts that do not dictate or define who you are. Learn about improving your self-esteem through mindfulness.
LIFE EXPERIENCE
As we discussed previously, relationships contribute to our life experiences, which contribute to our self-confidence. Ask yourself if the people you surround yourself with boost your feelings of joy and sense of self-worth or do the opposite. Find the right crowd to be with.
WHO DO YOU SPEND TIME WITH?
The people you spend time with can influence your thoughts and attitudes about yourself, perhaps much more than you realize. Pay attention to how others make you feel. It may be time to say goodbye if you feel bad about yourself after hanging out with someone.
WAYS TO SPEND TIME
Finding new friends with whom to connect can become more challenging as we age. If you’re looking for more positive vibes, consider joining a running group, book club, or juggling club, participating in a volunteer opportunity, or getting involved in your religious community.
DON’T FORGET
Remember: Although it can be uncomfortable to try something new and expand our circles of connection, it’s in these moments that we grow confidence and prove to ourselves just how capable we are of accomplishing hard things.EMBRACE THE PRESENT MOMENT — EVERY SINGLE INSTANT!
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WORDS TO INSPIRE YOU!
Inspirational quotes and sayings have a unique ability to change the way we feel about life and can change our thoughts. They are attractive, challenging, and essential on our path to joy and happiness and finding ways to inspire ourselves and others.
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 give us a quick and timely burst of wisdom to regain our focus, offering the inspiration needed for the day or occasion. I hope the words below bring a smile to your face and drive you to make this day and every day a fantastic event.
BE POSITIVE!
Just as positive words can make someone smile, and a well-timed amusing quote can make someone laugh, your thoughts react to the world in real time. Have this control! You have complete control over only one thing in the universe—YOUR THINKING!—and that’s where motivational quotes come in!
“YOU”
Your quality of thinking and how you think and feel about yourself, including your beliefs and expectations about what is possible, determine everything in your life. Use quotes to move ahead in your life.
SELF-TALK IS SO ESSENTIAL—THINK RIGHT!
To stay motivated, you have to use each day as an opportunity to improve and get closer to your goals. It might sound like a lot of work—and with your busy schedule—next to impossible. But you can do it! Motivational words, yes, are just words. But they are positive words; they will keep you on track.
QUOTES
Motivational quotes affect our brains, behaviors, and lives because they make us feel like we are in control of our success and have self-efficacy. Quotes make us believe that we have the confidence to complete a task successfully, which is different from having the motivation to succeed.
QUOTES WILL BENEFIT YOU!
Positive and inspiring quotes can be like sunshine on a cloudy day. They inject optimism into our thoughts, brighten our mood, and help us focus on the good in life. They remind us that even in the face of adversity, we can see the silver lining and embrace a positive attitude.
PEARLS OF WISDOM
In a world filled with challenges and indecisiveness, the power of inspirational quotes cannot be exaggerated. These pearls of wisdom uniquely uplift our spirits, can spark positive change, and fuel our motivation when we need it most.
WORDS WILL CHANGE YOU!
The correct motivational quote can change you and things—helping you ditch the excuses, escape your comfort zone, and take action. Read these words with an open mind and learn to improve your life.
THESE QUOTES
When you read these quotes, you’ll also realize that many other people worldwide are experiencing these feelings. These feelings make you think you’re the only person who could feel this bad. But you’re not. Lots and lots of other people feel bad, too. This is the irony of it. You don’t want other people to feel crappy, but it does make you feel better or at least comforted to know that other people feel just as bad as you.
READ CAREFULLY
These quotes can be used when you wake up or prepare for work.
You can write your favorite quotes somewhere where you can see them first thing in the morning.
These quotes are motivating, inspiring, and encouraging.
They will help you see your potential, stay motivated, and see the beauty in every morning.
Use them to your advantage!============
I HOPE THE FOLLOWING WORDS
INSPIRE YOU AND ADD TO YOUR LIFE >>
1. “No one can make you feel inferior without your consent.” – Eleanor Roosevelt
2. “I can be changed by what happens to me.
But I refuse to be reduced by it.” - Maya Angelou
3. “No one should deter you from being you. You have to be you. And you can never be afraid to be you.” -Ta-Nehisi Coates
4. “I am not afraid of storms, for I am learning how to sail my ship.” -Louisa May Alcott
5. “You are worthy. You are deserving. You are wonderful just as you are.” – Vanessa Van Edwards.
6. “Because one believes in oneself, one doesn’t try to convince. Because one is content with oneself, one doesn’t need others’ approval. Because one accepts oneself, the whole world accepts him or her.” – Laozi
7. “With realization of one’s potential and self-confidence in one’s ability, one can build a better world.” – The Dalai Lama
8. “If you have no self-confidence, you are twice defeated in the race of life. With confidence, you have won even before you have started.” – Cicero
9. “Do not let what you cannot do interfere with what you can do.” – John Wooden
10. “People are like stained-glass windows. They sparkle and shine when the sun is out, but when the darkness sets in, their true beauty is revealed only if there is light from within.” – Elisabeth Kubler-Ross
11. “We gain strength, and courage, and confidence by each experience in which we really stop to look fear in the face … we must do that which we think we cannot.” – Eleanor Roosevelt
12. “Life is not easy for any of us. But what of that? We must have perseverance and, above all, confidence in ourselves. We must believe that we are gifted with something and that this must be attained.” - Marie Curie
13. “You’re never as good as everyone tells you when you win, and you’re never as bad as they say when you lose.” – Lou Holtz
14. “Don’t wait until everything is just right. It will never be perfect. There will always be challenges, obstacles, and less-than-perfect conditions. So what? Get started now. With each step you take, you will grow stronger and stronger, more and more skilled, more self-confident, and more successful.” - Mark Victor Hansen
15. “Be courteous to all, but intimate with few, and let those few be well tried before you give them your confidence.” - George Washington
16. “If you hear a voice within you say ‘you cannot paint,’ then by all means paint, and that voice will be silenced.” – Vincent Van Gogh
17. “Courage is resistance to fear, mastery of fear, not absence of fear.” – Mark Twain
18. “Be who you are and say what you feel, because those who mind don’t matter and those who matter don’t mind.” - Bernard Baruch
19. “It is best to act with confidence, no matter how little right you have to it.” -Lillian Hellman
20. “Sooner or later, those who win are those who think they can.” - Paul Tournier
21. “Remember that wherever your heart is, there you will find your treasure.” -Paulo Coelho
22. “Man often becomes what he believes himself to be. If I keep saying to myself that I cannot do a certain thing, I may become incapable of doing it. On the contrary, if I have the belief that I can do it, I shall surely acquire the capacity to do it even if I may not have it at the beginning.” – Mahatama Gandhi
23. “Trust yourself–you know more than you think you do.” – Benjamin Spock
24. “Make the most of yourself, for that is all there is of you.” – Ralph Waldo Emerson
25. “Accept who you are, and revel in it.” – Mitch AlbomYOU 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!********************
MY DAILY JOTTINGS >>
Each week goes by so quickly, don’t you think?
It seems like time is going by faster and faster.
You must live joyfully, daily, for each day!
Do you know what you did last Monday?
Do you remember what you ate for dinner last Thursday?
Keep track of your doings for a few weeks; you will see your time differently.
Remember, the quality of your life depends on what you do each day–each moment!
2/21–My daughter, April, and her husband, Jake, took me out for dinner at Applebees tonight–a great meal. I only ate half, so the rest was breakfast for tomorrow.
Also, they took me to get my stitches removed; it was time. While I was there, I had them look at my right knee since the accident. Something extraordinary: the primary pain was no longer in my knee area; the pain had moved down to my ankle and foot. They put some wraps on the foot, then turned me loose.
2/22–The pain in my foot is still there. I removed the wraps that she had put on. My foot is swollen and looks like a different foot, which scares me. The pain has grown all day. I will go for a walk now, and I will let you know.
Breakfast was superb, with leftovers from Applebees. Thanks, April and Jake.
Today is the anniversary of Beth and my marriage, which took place on 2/22/22. I am sad that she kicked me out last month and has prevented me from even contacting her in any way. She made things difficult, but I will always love this person.
2/23–Staying at this hotel with no vehicle is, like I wrote before, like being in jail. My daughter Jasmine suggested I walk this Sunday, so I did. I walked to see where the post office was, which was about a one-mile round trip. My right leg functions alright but is still hurting.
I heard from my high school friend, Missy Frank. She offered to let me move into her house in Galion, Ohio. I will have to get back to her later. Thanks, Missy. That sounds superb to me.
2/24–I walked this morning, and my knee and ankle feel better. I even ran a bit. I was going to see a doctor about this leg, but I can build it back up myself. I hate wasting time at a doctor’s office.
2/25–Right now, it is the next day, the 26th. I completely forget what I did yesterday. It must not have been much; no memories. How about you? What did you do yesterday?
Sadness has overtaken my mind. My friend, Dan Berg, just told me that my email account has been taken over. Jasmine and April will come over later tomorrow to help me change all my passwords.
2/26–Someone staying here has a van that is just like the van I had. It hurts a lot when I see it. I lived in my van and drove mainly to national parks across the US. I have posted many words about the van, with photos, in the past. It was such a significant loss.
Went for a long walk today, and I feel much more substantial. I must develop other exercises that will help. How about you, are you keeping your body in shape?”
2/27–Jasmine and April changed all my passwords because someone found a way to get into my accounts. What a terrible thing someone would do; they are just despicable.
Having a lot of trouble with Social Security and getting things going for me.
Losing my van in that accident is almost worse than my going through a 37-day coma and having to relearn everything. That van was my whole life, now, no more, I have nothing.
2/28–HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO ME!
Yes, today is the day I turn 66; that seems so old.
I awoke at 12:15 a.m. I tried for a few minutes to get back to sleep, but I knew I would not. So, I watched a few episodes of Cheers to entertain myself. It is 5:07 a.m., and I feel tired from not sleeping. I’ll let you know as the day goes on.
My daughter, Jasmine, took me out for a birthday breakfast. What phenomenal daughters I have; they make me so happy. April said she already had something planned with her husband, Jake. We will celebrate my birthday sometime next week.Both of my sisters called.
Great to converse with you, Sandy.
Wonderful to talk with you, Willow.
Heard nothing from Beth; a sad thing.THEN KEEP DOING NEW FOR THE REST OF YOUR LIFE!
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THE GARDEN THIS WEEK
I keep this section about gardening in.
I do like the skill and hope you do, too.
Winter 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.
When I drove the van seven years ago,
I grew stuff under the sunroof windows on the top.
I may start that up in my van garden again.
You will find out, of course.START YOUR GARDEN TODAY!
IT MAY BE NECESSARY FOR YOUR LIFE!******************
ALL OUR LIVES, WE MUST CHALLENGE OURSELVES!
YOUR CHALLENGE FOR THE WEEK >>
This week, show your confidence and see how it does for you. If necessary, fake it; that will help you become strong.
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NEXT BLOG >>
PLAYTIME!
**************AND WHAT ARE YOU PLANNING FOR YOUR UPCOMING WEEK?
February 28, 2025BLOG 311–Finding Courage to Restart!
“KITTING AROUND”
BLOG 311–Finding Courage to Restart!
Don’t sleepwalk through life.
I aim to Illuminate your Life with my Words.
Do You Wander or Wonder About the Possibilities?
Embark on Your Journey of Self-Discovery and Personal Growth.
Let’s Ignite Moments of Self-reflection and Deep Contemplation Together.
I WANT TO INSPIRE YOU TO LIVE DIFFERENTLY AND BETTER!*** A world-class juggler/performer.
*** The value that every moment has.
*** Only YOU know what is best for you.
*** Going through a 37-day coma — Yikes!
*** The joy I experience in life is a wondrous thing!
*** It was a life-altering experience that gave me joy.
*** More than just you, I hope I help many others through you.
*** 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 very nice.
*** I visited all US national parks and met Beth.
*** Beth and I married on 2/22/22 at 2:22.
*** But sadly, our divorce is imminent.
*** What are you genuinely passionate about?
*** What do you want to accomplish?
*** You cannot change the past.
*** Remember, the future will come.
*** All you have is now—ALWAYS!
*** Have you seen >> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wFC5vLPDWRoBE TAKEN AWAY WITH ME
ON WONDERFUL ADVENTURES!********************
WHY I WRITE THIS BLOG
You will have many in your life who assist and teach; I hope I help guide you. I want to lighten your path toward excellence. I am not trying to show you “the way”; I am trying to help you find “your way.” Writing this blog each week is new and different for me each time—I love it! In other words, I hope to continually add to your life and bring you to a higher level. Your life should always be starting again–a better life each time!
I WANT TO INSPIRE YOU WITH MY WORDS –WORDS HAVE POWER!
They can fill you with optimism and empower you to think positively.
Are you accomplishing what you want before your eventual demise?
You can (and should) make changes to improve your life — at every age. Let this thought motivate and drive you towards self-improvement.
Of course, that leads to helping others to have a better life.
We all need to help each other to reach a higher level.
MY EXPERIENCES
You already know much about what I write, and I want to remind you of these ideas and show that my views can provide you with additional thoughts, along with yours, to help you.
I hope to spread ideas from my life so you can live better.
Remember — only you know what is best for you.
And — you are only as young as the last time you changed your mind!
Learn a New Word — Every Day!
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?============================
OPENING WORDS
A few weeks ago, I was involved in an accident, and the van was totaled; I had to start again. I returned to the tow yard and pulled things out of the van that I could use later, but could not get everything. I had to start over again. THIS WAS A HUGE LIFE CHANGE.
Again, I have to restart—yikes! I was in an accident with the van, which was totaled, and I did not do much better myself. Starting life from zero has been very bad for me—AGAIN!
Along with Dave Finnegan, we set up a go-fund-me account to help me to get back.
You can learn more here >>
https://www.gofundme.com/f/rally-for-kit-summers-a-fresh-start-on-the-road
I hope you can help.
As you know, my van is no more, kaput. I am looking for another vehicle to use. Do you have one, or do you know someone with a car or van they are not using that I could take over? I could fly anywhere to retrieve the said vehicle.
I did not write about this before; I attended https://atlantajugglers.org/aja-media/events/129-2025-ghfest
I had a good time and saw many old friends.
I performed in the big show, and that went well.
Being in this motel hotel is like being in jail. I have no vehicle to drive anywhere, and it’s cold as hell out there (or is hell hot?) I feel stuck here, just like I’m in jail.
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BLOG 311–Finding Courage to Restart!
Everyone goes through change.
It is how we face the change that matters.
A good outlook will help you through the change.
Perhaps you went through a significant life change, like going through a coma and restarting your life. I’ve had to (got to?) several times. Perhaps you are going through difficult things, and it would be best to start again.
I am listing several life changes that I had to go through–no other choice >>
1) Hit by a truck and went through a 37-day coma, then had to relearn everything physical.
2) While riding my bike and holding a bag, the bag got sucked into the front wheel spokes. My front wheel stopped. My head slammed to the pavement, and I was put into the hospital for some days.
3) Once again, while riding my bike, I saw a truck driver approaching me without looking. As he made his left-hand turn, he drove through me, breaking my collarbone, my elbow, and three ribs. Hospital again for some weeks.
4) After I married Beth for two years, she wanted me to leave. I took it hard.
5) Just recently, I was involved in an accident which destroyed my van and harmed me in various ways. In and out of the hospital.
6) Surprisingly, I still smile and am pretty friendly.
After each incident, I had to restart my life, which took courage. I’m nothing special. We all go through life changes, and I may have experienced more than many.
Hi Beth.
I’m glad you’re reading this.
How do you find the courage to change your life’s situation? If you are unhappy with how things are going in your life, ask yourself why things are going that way. Think very objectively about the answer to this.
Now that you have identified the problems–
Correct them.
Destroy them.
Or remove yourself from them.
However, this is just a band-aid because bad things always happen.
But you might wonder: Is it your life situation or you that you have a problem with? My intuition tells me something else is going on. Whatever your situation, are you looking for some meaning? This is a reason to change your situation or yourself?
Having a purpose or meaning in life isn’t something you find; it is a path you walk. It gets you up in the morning and drives you to do well through the day. We get confused or sidetracked because a lot of noise is out there, grabbing our attention. It tells us that we must be rich and that clothes are essential.WHAT IS YOUR PURPOSE OR MEANING IN LIFE?
Your purpose will also change throughout your life. That is good; that is how it is supposed to be. Ensure you’re not confusing your purpose or meaning with someone else’s. It is not other people’s fault 99 out of 100 times, though it seems that way. You might have allowed them to influence your life, but your choices still got you there.
It’s ok to be unhappy.
Don’t feel bad about that as well.
Consider this: If everything were easy and simply achievable, and life was just dancing around the house, when would you learn anything and become stronger?
You are alive.
That is the biggest asset one can restart with.
We have to keep trying until we take our last breath.
Life is not easy; we are challenged at every step.
Some challenges are more significant than others.
During those challenges, if we have just existed…it means we are not quite.
I lost everything 4 times.
Health wealth and relationships.
And I have made a very satisfying life for myself.
And like me, in my community of Scars.
Everyone has been broken many times.
Now you are alive–rejoice!
To find the courage to restart, acknowledge your fears, identify your “why” on each, and break down your goals into small steps.
TO HELP YOU GET BACK >>
Build a support system.
Practice self-compassion.
Reframe setbacks as learning opportunities.
You must act courageously.
Keep trying.
Please be sure to look for the heroes.
Get comfortable with “mistakes.”
Could you clarify your values?
Become part of a social force for courage.
Maintain a Healthy Perspective.
Identify Your Strengths.
Consider and Visualize Different Scenarios.
Practice Leaving Your Comfort Zone.
Reduce Your Stress.
Celebrate Courageous Actions.
Welcome Failure.
Keep going.
Remember that starting over can be a chance for growth and positive change, even if it initially seems daunting. Make it something positive in your mind.
Lack of courage, or timidity, often stems from a fear learned through experience or memory. Identifying the sources of your worries can help you begin taking proactive steps to change this behavior and gain courage in your situation.
Be honest with yourself. Identify the excuses and rationales keeping you in your life “as is.” Only you can change yourself. Motivation must come from within you. Take responsibility and examine what part of your life has kept you from your full potential.
What Is Courage?
Many people equate courage with fearlessness, but this is a wrong interpretation. Courage involves taking action despite your fear. It is the willingness to respond even when one feels anxiety and worry.
You must never beat yourself up or assume you are not courageous if you feel fearful—courage is being able to act even when scared. Additionally, the more you face your fears, the more you can replace your fear-based response with a courageous one.
One of the best ways to be courageous is to understand what you’re afraid of and overcome that fear. If you allow fear to stop you, you may not move forward, take risks, or make the most of your opportunities. Meanwhile, the courage you manifest will enable you to take chances, pursue your dreams, and achieve what you seek.
Being more courageous will help us respond appropriately to risks. It involves thinking things through, examining the risks and rewards, and acting despite the fear that inevitably sets in. Keeping a healthy perspective on fear’s role can help us stop beating ourselves up when this feeling seeps in. You become unstoppable when you understand that you have the power to build your courage.
Another benefit of being courageous is accomplishing positive things in our lives. Courage gives us the power to chase things that are important to us. It can also bolster self-esteem and help us to believe in ourselves and our abilities.
This allows you to see the world from a different perspective.
It broadens your experiences, making you more balanced toward happiness.
It encourages others to be courageous, too.
How to Feel More Courageous
If fear is not viewed correctly, it can prevent you from achieving your goals, your chances, and your pursuit of opportunities. For instance, you may not pursue that promotion and hope they notice your hard work; be open.
Determining areas or situations where you could be more courageous is a good step toward not letting fear hold you back. Once you do, here are some actions to help you move forward, even if you might feel scared.
It’s essential to recognize that fear is not a bad thing. For instance, fear triggers survival instincts designed to keep you safe. Fear hurts, but you must go through it sometimes. Without fear, you may not respond to risk in a good way.
Look at fear as a chance to learn more about yourself and why you might be afraid or less than thrilled about stepping out of your comfort zone. If you take the time to see your fear and understand why it’s there, you can better understand how to overcome it or be courageous despite it.
Don’t minimize your fear or deny it exists; see what is holding you back. Acknowledging your fear—either by writing it down or sharing it with someone helpful—empowers you to be courageous, even when fearful.
Living a life of courage helps you identify what you’re good at and where you’ve succeeded. You can find this success again! Research shows that people who recognize and develop their strengths not only feel happier and less depressed but also have greater resilience.
Knowing what you’re good at and happy with also helps boost your confidence. It makes it more likely that you will take risks and be courageous, making you happier. Likewise, when you’re confident in your abilities, you’re much more willing to go all-in when an opportunity presents itself.
Moreover, it’s natural to focus on your shortcomings and weaknesses when facing fear. But doing this makes you less likely that you will feel courageous. For this reason, it’s crucial to think about what you’re good at to build your confidence and courage.
Comparing the two extremes is often all needed to move beyond your fears. This is because, most of the time, the worst thing that could happen is often minimal compared to what you could gain by moving forward. Regularly using comparisons like these can help you stop letting fear control you over time.
Additionally, visualize ways in which you do something you’re afraid of. Run through each possible scenario in your mind, including how you might respond or what you might say. Stay positive! This exercise allows you to practice being courageous without putting yourself out until you feel ready.
So, if you feel overwhelmed, tired, frazzled, or bogged down, look for ways to relieve your stress. If you feel overwhelmed by being more courageous, you may need to reduce your stress levels.
Every courageous act can be celebrated, especially if it’s new for you. It’s important to pat yourself on the back and recognize your effort to overcome your fear. Celebrating small wins can help you stay more motivated to continue this change.
Look back at your change. Writing a journal can prevent you from engaging in negative thoughts or assuming you will never be courageous. Perhaps take a short vacation or some time off from your work. Everyone needs a break now and then. Learning practical coping skills can also help you prevent stress from becoming too big. Look for the good.
Like juggling, when you drop something, you pick it up and try again. Fear of failure can keep you stuck in the same place. It can also lead people to develop rigid standards and become perfectionists to avoid the embarrassment or shame of failing at something.
But failure is an experience that should be embraced. Remember that failure is not bad, use it as a learning experience. Failure is an opportunity to grow as a person. It allows you to learn something new, change directions, see what you’re made of, and stay happy.
It’s never too late to start living courageously, no matter what might happen. Courage is another trait that can be developed with intentional effort and practice. All it takes is the determination to recognize your fears and the willingness to act despite them.
When you identify your fears and take a positive approach toward working through them to achieve your goals, you build your self-confidence and are likely to be more successful with everything. Look at your fears as an opportunity to strengthen your courage, and before long, you will be able to push through your discomfort and live the kind of life you have always wanted.EMBRACE THE PRESENT MOMENT — EVERY SINGLE INSTANT!
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WORDS TO INSPIRE YOU!
Inspirational quotes and sayings have a unique ability to change the way we feel about life and can change our thoughts. They are attractive, challenging, and essential on our path to joy and happiness and finding ways to inspire ourselves and others.
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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 give us a quick and timely burst of wisdom to regain our focus, offering the inspiration needed for the day or occasion. I hope the words below bring a smile to your face and drive you to make this day and every day a fantastic event.
BE POSITIVE!
Just as positive words can make someone smile, and a well-timed amusing quote can make someone laugh, your thoughts react to the world in real time. Have this control! You have complete control over only one thing in the universe—YOUR THINKING!—and that’s where motivational quotes come in!
“YOU”
Your quality of thinking and how you think and feel about yourself, including your beliefs and expectations about what is possible, determine everything in your life. Use quotes to move ahead in your life.
SELF-TALK IS SO ESSENTIAL—THINK RIGHT!
To stay motivated, you have to use each day as an opportunity to improve and get closer to your goals. It might sound like a lot of work—and with your busy schedule—next to impossible. But you can do it! Motivational words, yes, are just words. But they are positive words; they will keep you on track.
QUOTES
Motivational quotes affect our brain, behavior, and lives because they make us feel like we are in control of our success and have self-efficacy. Quotes make us believe that we have the confidence to complete a task successfully, which is different from having the motivation to succeed.
QUOTES WILL BENEFIT YOU!
Positive and inspiring quotes can be like sunshine on a cloudy day. They inject optimism into our thoughts, brighten our mood, and help us focus on the good in life. They remind us that even in the face of adversity, we can see the silver lining and embrace a positive attitude.
PEARLS OF WISDOM
In a world filled with challenges and indecisiveness, the power of inspirational quotes cannot be exaggerated. These pearls of wisdom uniquely uplift our spirits, can spark positive change, and fuel our motivation often when we need it most.
WORDS WILL CHANGE YOU!
The correct motivational quote can change you and things—helping you ditch the excuses, escape your comfort zone, and take action. Read these words with an open mind and learn to improve your life.
THESE QUOTES
When you read these quotes, you’ll also realize that many other people worldwide are experiencing these feelings. These feelings make you think you’re the only person who could feel this bad. But you’re not. Lots and lots of other people feel bad, too. This is the irony of it. You don’t want other people to feel crappy, but it does make you feel better or at least comforted to know that other people feel just as bad as you.
READ CAREFULLY
These quotes can be used when you wake up or prepare for work.
You can write your favorite quotes somewhere where you can see them first thing in the morning.
These quotes are motivating, inspiring, and encouraging.
They will help you see your potential, stay motivated, and see the beauty in every morning.
Use them to your advantage!============
I HOPE THE FOLLOWING WORDS
INSPIRE YOU AND ADD TO YOUR LIFE >>
“Look well into thyself; there is a source of strength which will always spring up if thou wilt always look there.” >> Marcus Aurelius, Roman emperor
“Courage is resistance to fear, mastery of fear, not absence of fear.” >> Mark Twain
“I am learning every day to allow the space between where I am and where I want to be to inspire and not terrify me.” >> Tracee Ellis Ross
“If your dreams don’t scare you, they’re not big enough.” >> Ellen Johnson Sirleaf
“Courage, dear heart.”>> C.S. Lewis
“We must persevere and, above all, have confidence in ourselves. We must believe that we are gifted.
for something, and this thing must be attained at whatever cost.” >> Marie Curie
“If you hear a voice within you saying, “You are not a painter,” then by all means paint, boy, and that voice will be silenced.
>> Vincent van Gogh
“Scared is what you’re feeling. Brave is what you’re doing.”
>> Emma Donoghue
“Although no one can go back and make a brand new start,
anyone can start from now and make a brand new ending.” >> Carl Bard
“It’s never too late to become who you want to be.
I hope you live a life you’re proud of, and if you find that you’re not,
I hope you have the strength to start over.” >> F. Scott Fitzgerald
“No, this is not the beginning of a new chapter in my life; this is the beginning of a new book! That first book is closed, ended, and tossed into the seas. This new book has just begun and has just opened! Look, it is the first page! And it is a beautiful one!” >> C. JoyBell C.
“You can learn new things at any time in your life if you’re willing to be a beginner.
If you learn to like being a beginner, the whole world opens up to you.” >> Barbara Shur
“Dreams are renewable. No matter what our age or condition, there are still untapped possibilities within us and new beauty waiting to be born.” >> Dale Turner
“Every day is a new beginning. Treat it that way.
Stay away from what might have been, and look at what can be.” >> Marsha Petrie Sue
“Never underestimate the power you have to take your life in a new direction.” >> Germany Kent
“The magic in new beginnings is truly the most powerful of them all.” >> Josiyah Martin
“Each day is a new beginning, the chance to do with it what should be done and not to be seen as simply another day to put in time.” >> Catherine Pulsifer
“Rock bottom is the end of what wasn’t true enough. Begin again and build something truer.” >> Glennon Doyle
“Trust yourself. Create the kind of self you will be happy to live with all your life. Make the most of yourself by fanning the tiny, inner sparks of possibility into flames of achievement.” >> Golda Meir
“I was always looking outside myself for strength and confidence, but it comes from within. It is there all the time.” >> Anna Freud
“No one can make you feel inferior without your consent. >> Eleanor Roosevelt
“You gain strength, courage, and confidence by every experience in which you stop to look fear in the face. You must do the thing you think you cannot do.” >> Eleanor Roosevelt
“You have to have confidence in your ability and be tough enough to follow through.” >> Rosalynn Carter
“When you win, you don’t get carried away. But if you go step by step, confidently, you can go far.”
Diego Maradona
“The confidence I now have is rooted in discovering that who I am is okay. >> Dudley Moore
“Have confidence that if you have done a little thing well, you can do a bigger thing well, too.” >> David Storey
“Confidence is preparation. Everything else is beyond your control.” >> Richard Kline
“I’m not sure I want to be without some confidence. If you are too sure of yourself, you don’t grow. You may feel confident in some things, but other fields are challenging. And if you don’t anticipate trouble, you will be in trouble.” >> Lucille Ball
“Doubt can motivate you, so don’t be afraid of it.
Confidence and doubt are at two ends of the scale, and you need both.
They balance each other out.” >> Barbra Streisand
“Inaction breeds doubt and fear. Action breeds confidence and courage. If you want to conquer fear, do not sit home and think about it. Go out and get busy.” >> Dale Carnegie
“When someone tells me “no,” it doesn’t mean I can’t do it; it simply means I can’t do it with them.
>> Karen E. Quinones Miller
“My theory is that if you look confident, you can pull off anything — even if you have no clue what you’re doing. >> Jessica Alba
“I think the best way to have confidence is not to allow everyone else’s insecurities to be your own.” >> Jessie JYOU 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!********************
MY DAILY JOTTINGS >>
Each week goes by so quickly, don’t you think?
It seems like time is going by faster and faster.
You must live joyfully, daily, for each day!
Do you know what you did last Monday?
Do you remember what you ate for dinner last Thursday?
Keep track of your doings for a few weeks; you will see your time differently.
Remember, the quality of your life depends on what you do each day–each moment!
1/15–As I look out the window, I see snow falling. I should have stayed in Florida. There is already at least one inch of white stuff on the ground. It’s been hours now, and it is still falling.
I just checked out of the parking lot and saw a lot of snow. Also, I saw a van that looked a lot like my own. This made me think about the great memories I had with my van.
1/16–I’m having trouble getting back to sleep after waking at 1 a.m. I just can’t at times. Is this affecting me badly in the long run? Now it is about 9 a.m., and I am tired.
1/17–Starting early, I worked on my blog; I hope the words benefit you.
I just discovered today that when I went to the van to get all my things out, I had forgotten that I had a file folder of essential letters and photos and info that was on a shelf above the front seats. Yet, all my files were stolen in the past, and I got through that all right. But, this time, I just want life to be over. SO MANY LOSES, I FEEL I HAVE NOTHING TO LIVE FOR.
1/18–Strange to be here in this room. This place has no office, so I am stuck here with nothing and no way to talk with anyone.
What is weird to me is sleeping alone. I often feel next to me for a body, not there. I have had someone to wake up next to most of my life. As you can tell, I am pretty lonely.
Thank you, Christeen, Karen, Mary Ellen, Tina, and Beth–I’m glad you were a part of my life.
1/19–I was going to go out for a long walk today, but snow is falling, so I will not be going out.
A guy came by today to fix the heater (I currently use a portable one). He looked it over and said he needed some more parts. Of course, I taught him to juggle—he loved his new skill. He has four kids, guys, so I gave him extra scarves to teach them.
1/20–Looking out the window and seeing snowflakes flying. Now, we are building up yet, but with time . . . The place where I am staying has just one window. The window cover was too low, so that light came in at night. So, I remounted it to cover the entire window better at night. I will find out tonight.
While there is not much to do here, I watch many YouTube videos. Although there is a TV, I don’t watch TV much anymore; I prefer YouTube. With TV, you have to watch what they choose; you can make your own choices on YouTube.
I found out my sister is covering the cost of the room; thanks, Kath. Again, this is like being in jail. If you don’t know, I was once jailed for a month on a false charge. This was the worst month of my life.
It is so strange not to have a vehicle. This is the first time that has happened.
1/21–The window cover did turn out better. Less light is entering, and it is dark. I’m glad I changed it; they will never know what I did.
I’m sorry I’ve been crying for the last half hour. I injured my knee more than I thought, and it’s worsening. I’m having bank troubles with 1st Citizens, and they told me I must go to a branch to clear things up; the nearest branch is 163 miles away. And remember, I have no vehicle. Things keep getting worse and worse.
Because of my accident and coma, I cannot feel on my right side. I think my right knee is hurting so much now because I could not feel it before. Yes, the pain has come in, and it’s growing.
What will happen to Kit?
I guess we will all have to wait and see.
Currently, I see no promising future for Kit.
At the lowest point in my life.THEN, KEEP DOING NEW FOR THE REST OF YOUR LIFE!
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THE GARDEN THIS WEEK
I keep this section about gardening in.
I do like the skill and hope you do, too.
Winter now, but there are still things you can grow.
And, remember about indoor gardening.
A self-supportive life can be a better life.
A garden would be a part of that life. —
You must look into it.
Because I am back on the road, there will be no more words about the garden.
I do hope Beth keeps it up.
We did a lot of work establishing our vegetable garden.
When I drove the van seven years ago,
I grew stuff under the sunroof windows on the top.
I may start that up in my van garden again.
You will find out, of course.START YOUR GARDEN TODAY!
IT MAY BE NECESSARY FOR YOUR LIFE!******************
ALL OUR LIFE, WE MUST CHALLENGE OURSELVES!
YOUR CHALLENGE FOR THE WEEK >>
See your life differently this week. Know you will get through the difficulties.
Start to make and live the life that YOU want.
Happiness can be with you more often than not.
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NEXT BLOG >>
BLOG 313–Anxiety. I will help you get through it.
**************AND WHAT ARE YOU PLANNING FOR YOUR UPCOMING WEEK?
February 21, 2025BLOG 310–I’m Here to Have Fun!
“KITTING AROUND”
BLOG 310–I’m Here to Have Fun!
Don’t sleepwalk through life.
I aim to Illuminate your Life with my Words.
Do You Wander Aimlessly or Wonder About the Possibilities?
Embark on Your Journey of Self-Discovery and Personal Growth.
Let’s Ignite Moments of Self-reflection and Deep Contemplation Together.
I WANT TO INSPIRE YOU TO LIVE DIFFERENTLY AND BETTER!*** A world-class juggler/performer.
*** The value that every moment has.
*** Only YOU know what is best for you.
*** Going through a 37-day coma — Yikes!
*** The joy I experience in life is a wondrous thing!
*** It was a life-altering experience that gave me joy.
*** More than just you, I hope I help many others through you.
** 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 very nice.
*** I visited all US national parks and met Beth.
*** Beth and I married on 2/22/22 at 2:22.
*** But sadly, our divorce is imminent.
*** What are you genuinely passionate about?
*** What do you want to accomplish?
*** You cannot change the past.
*** Remember, the future will come.
*** All you have is now—ALWAYS!
*** Have you seen >> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wFC5vLPDWRoBE TAKEN AWAY WITH ME
ON WONDERFUL ADVENTURES!********************
WHY I WRITE THIS BLOG
You will have many in your life who assist and teach; I hope I help guide you. I want to lighten your path toward excellence. I am not trying to show you “the way”; I am trying to help you find “your way.” Writing this blog each week is new and different for me each time—I love it! In other words, I hope to continually add to your life and bring you to a higher level. Your life should always be starting again–a better life each time!
I WANT TO INSPIRE YOU WITH MY WORDS –WORDS HAVE POWER!
They can fill you with optimism and empower you to think positively.
Are you accomplishing what you want before your eventual demise?
You can (and should) make changes to improve your life — at every age. Let this thought motivate and drive you towards self-improvement.
Of course, that leads to helping others to have a better life.
We all need to help each other to reach a higher level.
MY EXPERIENCES
You already know much about what I write, and I want to remind you of these ideas and show that my views can provide you with additional thoughts, along with yours, to help you.
I hope to spread ideas from my life so you can live better.
Remember — only you know what is best for you.
And — you are only as young as the last time you changed your mind!
Learn a New Word — Every Day!
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?============================
OPENING WORDS
I have been to many cities recently and don’t like cities. I would much rather be in wilderness areas. So I checked on the map and saw the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. I had to go to get away from cars, towns, and people (I like you, though). Now that I’m here, there’s only nowhere to go.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GmVNU9gCA2s
I was to the South, even to Florida. On my way north, I have an appointment with a neurologist in New Jersey on February 25. Both of my daughters have been helping with this. The doctor will report my results to Greg with Selective Insurance, who is looking into finding me a place to live at no charge.
In talking with my sister, Willow, I am finding out the words I’ve been using for the blog have been somewhat negative. I aim to bring you joy and happiness, so I must change my writing and ways.
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Jacob Tillman wrote this about the last blog >>
“This morning, I read your last blog post over breakfast. I agree with what you said, and I find myself blessed to have so much passion in my own life. I ended up starting my day with something I am very passionate about and haven’t been able to do in quite a while. I cleaned up an old swing bike I have had in storage for a long time (see attached picture). I had forgotten how much I enjoy working on bicycles. Your blog made me think about how I could bring more of this passion into my life.”
Thanks for your words, Jacob.
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And from Eddie Goldstein in Boulder (https://eddiegoldsteinmagic.com/eddie/) >>
“Kit, you are such a good person and essential to many people.I know you must be devastated at the moment.
But life — YOUR life — is precious.
So don’t give up hope.The best things in life aren’t things.
Call or text anytime to talk.
303-859-9424
Leave a message, as I may not pick up numbers I don’t recognize.You are worth it.”
Eddie Goldstein
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And my friend Larry wrote this >>
Kit–You’re a fighter and a creative artist. Your fantastic writing and life experiences will help you improve and continue to make a difference. Never give up!You’re the BEST!!!
Please keep us posted on how you’re doing. I’m so sorry to hear about the accident. It’s now part of the past. A positive view of the future is what counts!
Best wishes for a full recovery!!!
– Larry Zeiger
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And today, I talked with my old friend Richard Turner
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UWcm2JDT4lQ
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GREAT FRIENDS SENDING ME WORDS, THANK YOU.
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BLOG 310–I’m Here to Have Fun!
A blog about having fun???
Yesterday I was in an accident and lost everything.
How can I write about fun?
Well, the words were written previously; I hope they help you.
Yes, some of my recent blogs have been negative. I want to change my mindset. You shouldn’t have to read about my problems; we all have our own, and I’m sure you do. I want to encourage you to achieve your best no matter what might happen. I hope this will help you, Kath.
It’s up to you; you must MAKE things happen!
Always a choice–To choose joy–Or choose pain.
Always make the right choice.
There are a lot of things you can do to have fun by yourself–You are alright! You can read your favorite book, watch a movie, listen to music, walk, run, explore your city, bake a cake, or start a new project. The possibilities are endless! Just do what makes you joyful and enjoy your own company!
To bring more joy into your life, you can >>
Embrace your creativity.
Spend time with loved ones.
Try new hobbies or activities.
Actively engage in your existing interests.
Socialize with your friends and coworkers.
Essentially, step outside your comfort zone.
Take a second to notice the little things in life.
Consciously try to enjoy new and familiar things.
Actively seek out joyful moments in everyday life.
You can plan time to get involved in your hobbies.
Incorporate playful elements into your daily routine.
Watch funny movies or videos to make yourself laugh.
Try activities that you loved doing when you were young.
I encourage you to stay open to spontaneous experiences.
Do something spontaneous that you’ve never tried before.
You may feel incapable of even attempting to find pleasure, telling yourself that nothing brings “fun” anymore, a sad thing. You might withdraw from social interactions or activities because they seem pointless. Anhedonia is associated with anxiety, depression, and post-traumatic stress disorder. You’ve gotten through them before, you can again (I will, too, watch me!)
Even with these problems, you can still bring joy to your life. HA!
Recapturing the same motivation we once felt can seem impossible.
In the scheme of things, the start of 2025 is just behind us. We will fly through winter and spring and find ourselves on the precipice of fall. It’s arguably the best time of the year—there’s hope and the promise of warmer, brighter days ahead.
But often, with the excitement of your resolutions months behind us, our momentum slows. Look to the future and see the brighter days ahead. Watch as plants change, new growth and such. This can be a time of new growth for you, too. Make the changes that are necessary for a better life.
I’ve always skewed more seriously. When I’m in the zone with a goal in mind, it’s hard to see outside my carefully crafted action plan. But to be more carefree, I need to remember that breaking that script is exactly what you need to feel more joy in my everyday experience.
On a long hike, at the beach, or throwing juggling jprops, I easily enter a state of mind more about enjoying life than checking things off my to-do list. Yes, the beauty of nature tends to awaken that spirit in many of us. But it also has something to do with the fact that an interruption in the flow of life makes us feel more alive. Go with the flow (as they say.)EMBRACE THE PRESENT MOMENT — EVERY SINGLE INSTANT!
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WORDS TO INSPIRE YOU!
Inspirational quotes and sayings have a unique ability to change the way we feel about life and can change our thoughts. They are attractive, challenging, and essential on our path to joy and happiness and finding ways to inspire ourselves and others.
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 give us a quick and timely burst of wisdom to regain our focus, offering the inspiration needed for the day or occasion. I hope the words below bring a smile to your face and drive you to make this day and every day a fantastic event.
BE POSITIVE!
Just as positive words can make someone smile, and a well-timed amusing quote can make someone laugh, your thoughts react to the world in real time. Have this control! You have complete control over only one thing in the universe—YOUR THINKING!—and that’s where motivational quotes come in!
“YOU”
Your quality of thinking and how you think and feel about yourself, including your beliefs and expectations about what is possible, determine everything in your life. Use quotes to move ahead in your life.
SELF-TALK IS SO ESSENTIAL—THINK RIGHT!
To stay motivated, you have to use each day as an opportunity to improve and get closer to your goals. It might sound like a lot of work—and with your busy schedule—next to impossible. But you can do it! Motivational words, yes, are just words. But they are positive words; they will keep you on track.
QUOTES
Motivational quotes affect our brain, behavior, and lives because they make us feel like we are in control of our success and have self-efficacy. Quotes make us believe that we have the confidence to complete a task successfully, which is different from having the motivation to succeed.
QUOTES WILL BENEFIT YOU!
Positive and inspiring quotes can be like sunshine on a cloudy day. They inject optimism into our thoughts, brighten our mood, and help us focus on the good in life. They remind us that even in the face of adversity, we can see the silver lining and embrace a positive attitude.
PEARLS OF WISDOM
In a world filled with challenges and indecisiveness, the power of inspirational quotes cannot be exaggerated. These pearls of wisdom uniquely uplift our spirits, can spark positive change, and fuel our motivation often when we need it most.
WORDS WILL CHANGE YOU!
The correct motivational quote can change you and things—helping you ditch the excuses, escape your comfort zone, and take action. Read these words with an open mind and learn to improve your life.
THESE QUOTES
When you read these quotes, you’ll also realize that many other people worldwide are experiencing these feelings. These feelings make you think you’re the only person who could feel this bad. But you’re not. Lots and lots of other people feel bad, too. This is the irony of it. You don’t want other people to feel crappy, but it does make you feel better or at least comforted to know that other people feel just as bad as you.
READ CAREFULLY
These quotes can be used when you wake up or prepare for work.
You can write your favorite quotes somewhere where you can see them first thing in the morning.
These quotes are motivating, inspiring, and encouraging.
They will help you see your potential, stay motivated, and see the beauty in every morning.
Use them to your advantage!============
I HOPE THE FOLLOWING WORDS
INSPIRE YOU AND ADD TO YOUR LIFE >>
“You have to believe in yourself when no one else does.” —Serena Williams
“When you have a dream, you’ve got to grab it and never let go.” —Carol Burnett
“The most important thing is to enjoy your life—to be happy—it’s all that matters.” —Steve Jobs
“Spread love everywhere you go. Let no one ever come without leaving happier.” —Mother Teresa
“Be yourself; everyone else is already taken.” —Oscar Wilde
“The biggest adventure you can take is to live the life of your dreams.” —Oprah Winfrey
“The only thing we have to fear is fear itself.” —Franklin D. Roosevelt
“I can accept failure, everyone fails at something. But I can’t accept not trying.” —Michael Jordan
“You’ve got to be in it to win it.” —Tony Robbins
“It does not matter how slowly you go, as long as you do not stop.” —Confucius
“Find out who you are and do it on purpose.” —Dolly Parton
“For me, becoming isn’t about arriving somewhere or achieving a certain aim. I see it instead as forward motion, a means of evolving, a way to reach continuously toward a better self. The journey doesn’t end.” —Michelle Obama
“Confident people have a way of carrying themselves that makes others attracted to them.” —Sofia Vergara
“If you can do what you do best and be happy, you are further along in life than most people.” —Leonardo DiCaprio
“You can be everything. You can be the infinite amount of things that people are.” —Kesha
“Always go with your passions. Never ask yourself if it’s realistic or not.” —Deepak Chopra
“When you change your thoughts, remember to also change your world.” —Norman Vincent Peale
“The more you know who you are, and what you want, the less you let things upset you.” —Stephanie Perkins
“By being yourself, you put something wonderful in the world that was not there before.” —Edwin Elliot
“Do one thing every day that scares you.” —Eleanor Roosevelt
“It is never too late to be what you might have been.” —George Elliot
“Find out who you are and be that person.
That’s what your soul was put on this earth to be.
Find the truth, live that truth, and everything else will come.”
—Ellen DeGeneres
“When we can no longer change a situation,
we are challenged to change ourselves.”
—Viktor E. FranklYOU 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!********************
MY DAILY JOTTINGS >>
Each week goes by so quickly, don’t you think?
It seems like time is going by faster and faster.
You must live joyfully, daily, for each day!
Do you know what you did last Monday?
Do you remember what you ate for dinner last Thursday?
Keep track of your doings for a few weeks; you will see your time differently.
Remember, the quality of your life depends on what you do each day–each moment!
2/7–What a great day! First, I drove through The Great Smokie Mountains National Park.
Take a look >> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s3SswHhJgcY&t=258s
That left me off at Pigeon Forge, Tennessee. Time to see Niels!
I thought he would be out of town, but I gave Niels Duinker a call — he was home!
Niels was between cruise ships performing–lucky for me.
Take a look >> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s3SswHhJgcY&t=258s
We talked for a while before we met at Panda Express for a meal (thanks again, Niels.)
He has performed so well all over the world.
Learn of Niels here >> https://www.comedyjuggler.com/
Watch this >> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=91rPNSvo5Bc
And this >> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OsF-W1vSuiM
There was a Walmart next door, so that is where I bedded down.
Niels is a good juggler and a good friend.
My juggling path before the accident took me down the path Niels is on now with his juggling.
The good day left a smile on my face.
2/8–Slept at a Motel parking lot last night. Woke up as usual, about 3 am. I lay there for a while before moving on to my first thing. I looked on GPS and saw a McDonald’s about three miles away. Knowing they would be open at 5 am, I had to go.
Later, after the library opened at 9 am, I was off to
https://jcpls.org/dandridge-memorial-library/
I will be spending the day here.
While driving along, I got into a significant accident.
I have no memories of it, but I am told it was my fault.
My van was totaled, and so was I.
My van had and was everything to me — a huge loss.
It was such a significant change (and almost 300,000 miles.)
2/9–My mom’s birthday is today.
She died in 2014, an incredible loss.
What a shock to me this was.
Talked with my sister, Willow, today.
We had a good talk.
I talked with my juggling friend, Tommy Curtin, who will pick me up tomorrow and take me to his house. Then, one of my daughters will pick me up from Tommy’s and take me to where they are. So, everything is working out alright.
There is a grocery store/market right next door, but I have no stove or way to cook and eat; I just bought a box of crackers, peanut butter, and a big bottle of Riesling to wash it down. Dinner was butter on crackers with wine. I’ve eaten much better and will again.
Looking at my future, the view scares me.
I have always known where I was going and doing—nothing now.
My friend, Steve Harrison, sent these words >>
“Kit, sorry to hear about your van.
Why don’t you ask for donations?
I will be happy to donate.”
It’s terrific to get Steve’s words.
Learn about Steve below >>
https://www.steveharrison.com/all-about-steve-harrison/
I would appreciate it if you could help me.
Another change: Tommy recently had back surgery and won’t be able to come pick me up. That’s okay; I will find a way (or will I?)
2/10–The accident. Strangely, I remember nothing of what happened in the accident, but the van was destroyed. One eyewitness told me it was the other person’s fault, but the police report stated otherwise. I’m having a hard time getting through this. What should I do?
One stranger (but she wasn’t strange) handed me bills and said she wanted to help. I thanked her for her generosity, gave her a hug, and we parted ways. Later, I saw there was a one-hundred-dollar bill and $33 more. Very nice of her. Good people are everywhere.
2/11–Depressed today about the accident. I found out, from the police report, that the accident was my fault, although I have no memory of any of it.
2/12–Once again, I awoke at about 1 am.
Right away, I remembered the nightmare that I was currently living in.
I just got this message from my daughter >>“We are considering having you rent a car from Enterprise and drive up here in one day. Could you do that? We’d set up an Uber to pick you up from the hotel and bring you to the enterprise location; you’d get the car, then go back to the hotel to pack up your stuff, and then drive all day to the Enterprise location in Lancaster to return the vehicle. We’d pick you up locally at Enterprise.”
That is such great news!I will be getting on the road tomorrow, and I’m scared. Linda, a taxi service that will take me around early tomorrow, will take me to Enterprise Rent-a-Car. Then, I have to figure out how to return to the hotel. I have to load all the stuff that was in the van and drive 12 hours to where Jasmine and April are. I hope you see how I might be scared. If just one thing is off, things can tumble.
Welcome to my new world. I feel so weird; all my things fit onto one double bed! I like to be minimalistic, but come on now. I will go and get the rent-a-car, drive it here to the hotel, and then load everything (I hope it fits). How much room would ALL your stuff take up?
2/13–I’ve been looking but couldn’t find my GPS. To my surprise, it was under a box. I’ve driven round-trip across the country at least 25 times, never having or using a GPS. Now, I can’t drive without it.
My wonderful daughters set up for me to get a car from Enterprise Rent-a-car. I will pick it up later and hope there is enough room for all my stuff. Once again, I have a fear of my upcoming future.
The drive back in the rental car, about 600 miles, was never-ending. When I returned, I followed the wrong coordinates and ended up in the wrong place. Driving at night is hard for me these days. Jasmine got a ride back from April to where I was and went with me in the rental car. Did I tell you that my daughters are amazing?
2/14–Nice to have so many friends and people who love me.Dave Finnegan is helping on this, too,
My friend, Alex Morison, set this up for me >>
https://gofund.me/e3eedb8f
Can you help?Or, write to Alex at alexjamesmorisun@gmail.com
Stayed in the hotel room all day today on my computer. Life has become difficult, and I do not like it. Some time ago, I remember saying aloud, “I love LIFE. Yet, I must remain positive and look for good.
THEN, KEEP DOING NEW FOR THE REST OF YOUR LIFE!
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THE GARDEN THIS WEEK
I keep this section about gardening in.
I do like the skill and hope you do, too.
Winter now, but there are still things you can grow.
And, remember about indoor gardening.
A self-supportive life can be a better life.
A garden would be a part of that life. —
You must look into it.
Because I am back on the road, there will be no more words about the garden.
I do hope Beth keeps it up.
We did a lot of work establishing our vegetable garden.
When I drove the van seven years ago,
I grew stuff under the sunroof windows on the top.
I may start that up in my van garden again.
You will find out, of course.START YOUR GARDEN TODAY!
IT MAY BE NECESSARY FOR YOUR LIFE!******************
ALL OUR LIFE, WE MUST CHALLENGE OURSELVES!
YOUR CHALLENGE FOR THE WEEK >>
Are you having fun?
You are the one who has to make the fun.
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NEXT BLOG >>
BLOG 311–Finding Courage!
**************AND WHAT ARE YOU PLANNING FOR YOUR UPCOMING WEEK?
February 14, 2025BLOG 309–You Must Live With Passion!
“KITTING AROUND”
BLOG 309–You Must Live With Passion!
Don’t sleepwalk through life.
I aim to Illuminate your Life with my Words.
Do You Wander Aimlessly or Wonder About the Possibilities?
Embark on Your Journey of Self-Discovery and Personal Growth.
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I WANT TO INSPIRE YOU TO LIVE DIFFERENTLY AND BETTER!*** A world-class juggler/performer.
*** The value that every moment has.
*** Only YOU know what is best for you.
*** Going through a 37-day coma — Yikes!
*** The joy I experience in life is a wondrous thing!
*** It was a life-altering experience that gave me joy.
*** More than just you, I hope I help many others through you.
** 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 very nice.
*** I visited all US national parks and met Beth.
*** Beth and I married on 2/22/22 at 2:22.
*** But sadly, our divorce is imminent.
*** What are you genuinely passionate about?
*** What do you want to accomplish?
*** You cannot change the past.
*** Remember, the future will come.
*** All you have is now—ALWAYS!
*** Have you seen >> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wFC5vLPDWRoBE TAKEN AWAY WITH ME
ON WONDERFUL ADVENTURES!********************
WHY I WRITE THIS BLOG
You will have many in your life who assist and teach; I hope I help guide you. I want to lighten your path toward excellence. I am not trying to show you “the way”; I am trying to help you find “your way.” Writing this blog each week is new and different for me each time—I love it! In other words, I hope to continually add to your life and bring you to a higher level. Your life should always be starting again–a better life each time!
I WANT TO INSPIRE YOU WITH MY WORDS –WORDS HAVE POWER!
They can fill you with optimism and empower you to think positively.
Are you accomplishing what you want before your eventual demise?
You can (and should) make changes to improve your life — at every age. Let this thought motivate and drive you towards self-improvement.
Of course, that leads to helping others to have a better life.
We all need to help each other to reach a higher level.
MY EXPERIENCES
You already know much about what I write, and I want to remind you of these ideas and show that my views can provide you with additional thoughts, along with yours, to help you.
I hope to spread ideas from my life so you can live better.
Remember — only you know what is best for you.
And — you are only as young as the last time you changed your mind!
Learn a New Word — Every Day!
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?============================
OPENING WORDS
This week went by quickly, and nothing of any significance occurred.
I drove north, heading toward my daughter’s area on February 25.
On the 25th, I will see a neurologist to let me know how I am doing.
Then, the insurance company will help me plan my future.
Yes, the plan will be coming to me soon.
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BLOG 309–Find the Passion!
Some of my passions over the years >>
Unicycling
Pole vaulting
Juggling
Woman
Recovery
Salsa
Writing books
Have you found passion in your life? This can be built and learned. To learn to have passion, actively explore what interests you. You might reflect on what truly excites you (or who). Please set aside dedicated time to pursue those activities. Become an expert of your chosen subject(s).
Your whole mind and being must go the direction of your desire. Eating and sleep can take a backseat to your desires, your passions. Once you let things take over, you will see how satisfying having a passion can be.
Try new things, including stepping outside your comfort zone and surrounding yourself with people who share similar passions. Essentially, do things that spark your curiosity and bring you joy, gradually gaining experiences to cultivate a more profound passion. You must immerse yourself.
If you feel like there’s something out there that you’re supposed to be doing if you have a passion, then stop wishing and just do it. Passion is energy. Feel the power that comes from focusing on what excites you. Nothing great in the world has ever been accomplished without passion and purpose.
Are you tired of settling >>
for less than you are,
less than you can achieve,
less than you deserve?
Want to learn to live with passion so that you can turn every experience into an extraordinary, life-changing event? It’s time to stop wishing and start living. By doing so, you will acquire the vital life tools that will help you tap into the power of your passion.
Doing what you love is easier said than done. The things we love doing — like I do, spending time outdoors, traveling, falling down rabbit holes about obscure obsessions — are often not the kinds of things that can help us pay the bills.
Are you tired of settling for less than you can be, less than you can achieve, less than you deserve? Would you like to learn to live your life with passion so that you can turn your everyday experiences into extraordinary, life-changing events?
It’s time to stop wishing and start living because you are about to learn vital life tools that will help you tap into the power of desire, your passion. As any motivational speaker or successful startup founder will tell you, pursuing your passions is one way to ensure you make the most of your life.
Passion keeps you going through success and hardships and helps imbue day-to-day life with meaning and clarity. Without passion, we can feel frustrated and lost–with it, anything is possible. Passion is the driving force behind success and happiness and joy, pushing us to reach our fullest potential.
Your passions may include meeting new people, perfecting an age-old recipe, discovering emerging filmmakers, finding a new hobby or teaching yourself to code. And, as I’ve done, perfected a new juggling move.
Regardless of what your love is, there are always ways to pursue it, even if not in a professional capacity. Turning your hobby into a hustle can sometimes dim our excitement for doing something just because we enjoy it. You must love what you do.
Live with Passion.
Lead with Purpose.
It’s essential to put your heart into everything you do.
Living passionately means living as your true self. It’s doing the things that make you happiest, that you are most proud of and enthusiastic about, and that leaves you feeling fulfilled. Your passions are a massive part of contentment and self-esteem.
Passion is essential. With enthusiasm, desire, and love, we tend to be more resilient while encountering obstacles. It keeps your outlook more positive and allows you to overcome difficulties through problem-solving.
For example, passion is the human equivalent of the fuel that powers your car. Similarly, passion powers your lifetime of dreams. It is an energy source for living an inspired life–driven by purposeful action. More specifically, passion can be your vision for your life based on your core values, strengths, interests, skills, and talents.
With it, you can overcome any obstacle, solve any problem, learn that new juggling trick, and circumnavigate the endless challenges that life throws your way. Without it, people often face anger, frustration, and disappointment and continuously get caught up in seemingly insurmountable problems.
Passion is born from the act of trying new things and from broadening your horizons. It isn’t something that suddenly finds you. I spent so much time learning juggling at the gym. You must proactively pursue passion by venturing outside your comfort zone to gain the necessary experiences to trigger that “YES” moment that can change your life.
Passion can also be developed through either love or hate. It comes from love for your life, your work, and the challenges you face, making a positive difference in other people’s lives.
Do you have passion? If you are like me, you are less likely to suffer from fear, indecision, and procrastination. Why? Because passion is a natural fuel that inspires want, desire, and action. Yet, those without passion are unfortunately running on empty, so they often succumb to fear and procrastination.
Many passionate people also fear indecision and are tempted by procrastination when faced with uncertainty and the unknown. However, despite these doubts, they persevere with a resilient energy that a person without passion cannot muster.
They can overcome challenges because their passion propels them forward beyond the present moment. Their passion allows them to see more, what’s beyond what is happening now, giving them a glimpse into a more positive and inspiring future. And that is precisely what drives a passionate person forward.
Passion is a form of energy that improves focus and self-confidence as we work toward our desired aims. Passionate people are focused because they know what they want to do, be, have, and achieve. They must commit their minds to where they need to go. This clarity helps them build self-confidence in their daily choices, decisions, and actions.
Above all, with passion, life becomes much more satisfying and uncomplicated because you are doing what you love and living your life on your terms. Living the life YOU desire. Yes, you will still experience heartbreak, setbacks, and endless challenges, but, overall, your life should take off.
Remember, as a passionate person, you are in full control and take total and complete responsibility for making the necessary changes to improve your life. This gives you personal power and allows you to live with a definite purpose that propels you forward daily.
In fact, following your passions will often enhance all other aspects of your life because passion is a state of mind above all else. As your mindset changes, your life is transformed. Always know that your passion can be anything and go in any direction. As you gain clarity about your personal expertise, you will bring it into the world. This level of knowledge is, of course, built upon your core values, individual strengths, motivations, and innate talents.
Your passions are there just waiting for you to pursue them!
Start today to follow the path to your dreams!
You are worth it!EMBRACE THE PRESENT MOMENT — EVERY SINGLE INSTANT!
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WORDS TO INSPIRE YOU!
Inspirational quotes and sayings have a unique ability to change the way we feel about life and can change our thoughts. They are attractive, challenging, and essential on our path to joy and happiness and finding ways to inspire ourselves and others.
THE BURST!
Inspirational quotes and ideas give us a quick and timely burst of wisdom to regain our focus, offering the inspiration needed for the day or occasion. I hope the words below bring a smile to your face and drive you to make this day and every day a fantastic event.
BE POSITIVE!
Just as positive words can make someone smile, and a well-timed amusing quote can make someone laugh, your thoughts react to the world in real time. Have this control! You have complete control over only one thing in the universe—YOUR THINKING!—and that’s where motivational quotes come in!
“YOU”
Your quality of thinking and how you think and feel about yourself, including your beliefs and expectations about what is possible, determine everything in your life. Use quotes to move ahead in your life.
SELF-TALK IS SO ESSENTIAL—THINK RIGHT!
To stay motivated, you have to use each day as an opportunity to improve and get closer to your goals. It might sound like a lot of work—and with your busy schedule—next to impossible. But you can do it! Motivational words, yes, are just words. But they are positive words; they will keep you on track.
QUOTES
Motivational quotes affect our brain, behavior, and lives because they make us feel like we are in control of our success and have self-efficacy. Quotes make us believe that we have the confidence to complete a task successfully, which is different from having the motivation to succeed.
QUOTES WILL BENEFIT YOU!
Positive and inspiring quotes can be like sunshine on a cloudy day. They inject optimism into our thoughts, brighten our mood, and help us focus on the good in life. They remind us that even in the face of adversity, we can see the silver lining and embrace a positive attitude.
PEARLS OF WISDOM
In a world filled with challenges and indecisiveness, the power of inspirational quotes cannot be exaggerated. These pearls of wisdom uniquely uplift our spirits, can spark positive change, and fuel our motivation often when we need it most.
WORDS WILL CHANGE YOU!
The correct motivational quote can change you and things—helping you ditch the excuses, escape your comfort zone, and take action. Read these words with an open mind and learn to improve your life.
THESE QUOTES
When you read these quotes, you’ll also realize that many other people worldwide are experiencing these feelings. These feelings make you think you’re the only person who could feel this bad. But you’re not. Lots and lots of other people feel bad, too. This is the irony of it. You don’t want other people to feel crappy, but it does make you feel better or at least comforted to know that other people feel just as bad as you.
READ CAREFULLY
These quotes can be used when you wake up or prepare for work.
You can write your favorite quotes somewhere where you can see them first thing in the morning.
These quotes are motivating, inspiring, and encouraging.
They will help you see your potential, stay motivated, and see the beauty in every morning.
Use them to your advantage!============
I HOPE THE FOLLOWING WORDS
INSPIRE YOU AND ADD TO YOUR LIFE >>
“My mission in life is not merely to survive but to thrive and to do so with passion, compassion, humor, and style.”
Maya Angelou
“I began to realize how important it was to be an enthusiast. He taught me that if you are interested in something, no matter what it is, you should go ahead with it at full speed. Embrace it with both arms, hug it, love it, and become passionate about it. Lukewarm is no good. Hot is no good either. White hot and passionate is the only thing to be.”
Emile Zola
“I would rather die of passion than of boredom.”
Maya Angelou
“Follow your passion, be prepared to work hard and sacrifice, and, above all, don’t let anyone limit your dreams.”
Roald Dahl
“Ask yourself what makes you come alive.”
Donovan Bailey
“Passion is energy.
Feel the power that comes from focusing on what excites you.”
Howard Thurman
“To live is the rarest thing in the world.
Most people exist, that…”
Oscar Wilde
“To live is the rarest thing in the world.
Most people exist, that is all.”
Oprah Winfrey
“It lies in all of us. Sleeping… waiting… and though unwanted, unbidden, it will stir… open its jaws and howl. It speaks to us… guides us. Passion rules us all. And we obey. What other choice do we have? Passion is the source of our finest moments. The joy of love… the clarity of hatred… the ecstasy of grief. It hurts sometimes more than we can bear. If we lived without passion, we could have some peace. But we would be hollow. Empty rooms, shuttered and dank. Without passion, we’d be truly dead.”
Oscar Wilde
“One person with passion is better than forty people merely interested.”
Joss Whedon
“Every great dream begins with a dreamer.”
E. M. Forster
“If you can’t figure out your purpose, figure out your passion.
Your passion will lead you right to your purpose.”
Harriet Tubman
“Just don’t give up trying to do what you want.”
T. D. Jakes
“Chase your passion, not your pension.”
Ella Fitzgerald
“Greatness is not possible without passion, whether the aspiration of an athlete, an artist, a scientist, a parent, or a businessperson.”
Tony Robbins
“If you have no passion in your life, then have you really lived? Find your passion, whatever it may be. Become it and let it become you, and you will find great things happen for you, to you, and because of you.”
Alan Armstrong
“If you can’t figure out your purpose, figure out your passion. Your passion will lead you right to your purpose.”
T.D. Jakes
“If you don’t love what you do, you won’t do it with much conviction or passion.”
Mia Hamm
“Without passion, man is a mere latent force and possibility, like the flint which awaits the shock of the iron before it can give forth its spark.”
Henri-Frédéric Amiel
“I have no unique talents.
I am only passionately curious.”
Albert EinsteinYOU 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!********************
MY DAILY JOTTINGS >>
Each week goes by so quickly, don’t you think?
It seems like time is going by faster and faster.
You must live joyfully, daily, for each day!
Do you know what you did last Monday?
Do you remember what you ate for dinner last Thursday?
Keep track of your doings for a few weeks; you will see your time differently.
Remember, the quality of your life depends on what you do each day–each moment!
1/31–Cindy reminded me I must attend the 47th Annual Groundhog Day Juggling Festival.
This is the first day, and there are already 30 or 40 people here.
Put on by www.atlantajugglers.org. Each year, they do a phenomenal job of putting this together.
I did not juggle today–at all. And I don’t care.
2/1–Still at the juggling fest. I just don’t fit in anymore; it hurts to write that. First of all, I am too old to fit in. And because I can’t juggle, what am I doing here? Oh, I guess I’m just wasting time until the appointment with the Neurosurgeon on Feb 25.
Looking around, I see that not many people are juggling. Most are just standing and talking.
I am having a hard time today.
At 2:08 p.m., a big marching band plays loudly. I’m not sure why, but there it is. Everyone stops juggling and sits to watch. Now, they are having a juggling show/competition. There is no juggling on the floor; everyone is watching.
At this point, I plan on performing later.
Yet, I have my doubts about that.
Kit on stage — I wonder.
The show started at about 9:33 p.m. I was scheduled to be in the third spot, so I did. I left out parts of the routines and forgot about them. After my performance, I received rave comments that made me feel good about the show.
Things didn’t finish until about 11:11, so I went to my van and set up to sleep. I had set up the window covers and prepared my sleepy place. I crawled right in and hit the snooze button.
2/2–Surprisingly, I looked outside and saw the light (the sun, that is.) I was surprised I slept that long. I checked the time, and it was about 7 am, good for me!
Always on top of things, I organized and cleaned the van as best I could. This ongoing project is always on my mind. How about your home? Are you constantly cleaning and organizing and cleaning? It should become a habit that you live by.
It has been cloudy and rainy for some time. Today, I awoke to a blue, clear sky, which was good to see. I looked at the van windows and saw they needed cleaning. So, this is another future project. As they say, there is always something. But if there were not something, life would get quite dull, don’t you think?
I had a banana for breakfast and an apple for lunch. I was not hungry; I just ate to live. Some old friends showed up, making it worth being here. At about 1 p.m., I looked around the room and didn’t see much going on.
Meredith Gordon just came by and thanked me for my book “Juggling with Finesse.” He told me he would never have entered the juggling world without it, which was lovely. I am glad I have an impact on people’s lives. He is at squeezetheclown.com; take a look.
I have reasons to live, after all.
I went to the home of Ray and Pat Stern, an old juggling friend of Ray’s. What a great life he and his wife have. On their property, Ray grows many edible things. I went to his house some years ago. Both are retired and living the life they want.
2/3–This comment came in today on Facebook:
“Juggling with Finesse used to be almost like a Bible to me.
Thank you for teaching me how to juggle.
It made my world.”
So great to read his words.
Some of Ray’s things have grown, so we cleared out his land and improved it. It is nicer now. Tomorrow, we will have even more control over his land.
2/4–Last night, I slept well until about 5 a.m. Then, I returned to my old ways, awakening between 2 and 3 a.m. I felt better when I got a longer night’s sleep. How can I do that every night?
I was helping Ray do some more work on his land. At one point, I used a branch-cutting saw when it slipped and came upon my finger, destroying it. I was going just to let it heal, but I decided to go to urgent care. A good cleaning and seven stitches later, I was out of there.
Ray and his wife, Pat, suggested I visit Tybee Island so that I could travel there next. It sounded like a fantastic place, and the photos were excellent. I had to go!
2/5–As usual, I awoke between 2 and 3 am. I just pulled off the road and had a good night of it.
2/6–I slept at the library on Tybee Island. Very quiet, very calm, a nice rest I had. As usual, I woke about 3:00 a.m., and here I am. Today, I will be in the library working on the blog and conversing how I can.
When I awoke, there was a shroud of fog and clouds. I drove around for a bit and could not see. I did know that it was a very touristy place. There were a couple of places Ray suggested I see, but I couldn’t in the fog.
This morning, I cleaned and straightened the van. I keep it as nice and organized as I can. You have an entire house to keep together, do you? Being organized and clean makes for a better life.
With Tybee Island, so you can’t see, I headed north.
My route from Florida took me near where I lived with Beth. She did not even want me to visit, which shocked me. I still don’t know why she broke us up and destroyed me. I go on with life. I passed the area, and I was hoping you could go and see me, my wife. Yes, we are still married, but sadly, we are not together. This change has driven me crazy.
Later, as I passed by the turnoff for Congaree National Park, I almost went for a visit. I’ve been there a few times, and as you know from my writings in the past. So next time. I found a church to park and sleep at tonight. I’ve got protection well here. It was worth it, anyway?
2/7–I woke at about 4:00 a.m. and parked at a church overnight (god protected me?). I got on the road but don’t see so well at night. I got behind a big rig that could be my lights, but even that was difficult.
About 5 miles down the road, I saw a sign for McDonald’s on the next turn, so I headed there. I will work on the blog here until the light comes out, the sun, that is.THEN, KEEP DOING NEW FOR THE REST OF YOUR LIFE!
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THE GARDEN THIS WEEK
I keep this section about gardening in.
I do like the skill and hope you do, too.
Winter now, but there are still things you can grow.
And, remember about indoor gardening.
A self-supportive life can be a better life.
A garden would be a part of that life. —
You must look into it.
Because I am back on the road, there will be no more words about the garden.
I do hope Beth keeps it up.
We did a lot of work establishing our vegetable garden.
When I drove the van seven years ago,
I grew stuff under the sunroof windows on the top.
I may start that up in my van garden again.
You will find out, of course.START YOUR GARDEN TODAY!
IT MAY BE NECESSARY FOR YOUR LIFE!******************
ALL OUR LIFE, WE MUST CHALLENGE OURSELVES!
YOUR CHALLENGE FOR THE WEEK >>
Examine your passions.
Decide what is most important to you.
Make your passions happen!
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NEXT BLOG >>
BLOG 310–I’m Here to Have Fun!
**************AND WHAT ARE YOU PLANNING FOR YOUR UPCOMING WEEK?
February 7, 2025
