BLOG 267—Bye Bye
“KITTING AROUND”
BLOG 267—Bye Bye
Don’t sleepwalk through life.
I hope to illuminate your Life with my Words.
I WANT TO INSPIRE YOU TO LIVE DIFFERENTLY OR BETTER!*** The joy I experience in life is a wondrous thing!
*** I was hit by two trucks, but I remain happy.
*** Going through a 37-day coma–Yikes!
*** I want to help you to get the most out of life before you die.
*** If you read this through Facebook, see kitsummers.com/blog
*** I lived in my van for six years, visited all US national parks, and met Beth.
*** Beth and I married on 2/22/22 at 2:22.
*** Thanks, Beth, for editing and adding to each weekly blog.
*** I will have places to show you and tales to tell.
*** You will find secrets to unfold and good news!BE 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 am helping to guide you. Coaches like me wish to lighten the path on your path. Remember that it is up to you to generate your journey toward excellence. I’m not trying to show you “the way”; I am trying to help you find “your way.”
I WANT TO INSPIRE YOU WITH MY WORDS –
WORDS HAVE POWER!Are you accomplishing what you want before your eventual death?
You can (and should) make changes to improve your life at any age.
Start today, and you can build the life you desire.
YOU ALREADY KNOW
You already know much about what I write, and I want to remind you of these ideas and show that my views can provide additional thoughts, along with yours, to help you.
MY EXPERIENCES
Much of what I write about is taken from my experiences; I have gone through much.
I hope to spread ideas so that you can live a better life.
Remember, only you know what is best for you.EVEN IF YOU START LATE,
ARE UNCERTAIN OR DIFFERENT ––
YOU CAN STILL FIND SUCCESS!Don’t forget that you are only as young
as the last time you changed your mind!HAVE FUN!
Keep your thoughts and self-talk fun and
productive, and always reach for more advancement.VERY LITTLE IS NEEDED TO MAKE A GREAT LIFE!
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TOPIC FOR THIS WEEK —DEATH
DEATH—You’re getting older, remember?
And then you die.
You’re dead — now what?
We all live a terminal life.
Make the life YOU want–NOW!
LIMITED TIME—As I get older and death becomes closer, the subject has intrigued me more and more. Perhaps because of media exposure, we hear of well-known people passing away daily. You are on that list, too, you must remember. Just today, I read this headline, “HE’S DEAD: Beloved Sports Legend GONE – He Was FIGHTING.” Things like this come in daily.
SO MUCH LEFT TO DO!—I feel that I still have so much to do to add to the world. I can’t keep this blog going beyond my death, who will take over? I have other books I want to write, too. I feel that, daily, life is just starting — again.
SADNESS OR JOY?—There is always a choice until your death:
Live in Joy or
Live in Sadness.
Choose right.
KEEP PRESSING TOWARD EXCELLENCE TO THE END!—Your time will come, always aim toward excellence, help as many people as possible, and make this world a better place for future humans until your death.
MY LIFE—In my life, I have been through some significant accidents and events that could have easily killed me. I am still here, finding joy in how I can.
ACCEPTANCE—Acknowledge and love yourself!
Getting older can bring physical changes,
but it doesn’t mean you become unappealing.
IDEAS—These ideas can help you to keep moving forward >>
Stay Fit.
Feel useful.
Eat healthily.
Eliminate regrets.
Remain optimistic.
Don’t become isolated.
Keep your happiness evident.
Adopt a better attitude about death.
Always make this world a better place.
STRENGTH—Death makes your family stronger. They learn who they are and how strong they can be without you. They also learn small things about you that make them proud of who they knew.WHERE? Is there a better place for you? If you are religious and do all you can to fulfill your religious obligations in this life, then there is bound to be some sort of reward for you in the next life; at least, you can think this, anyway.
NONE—If you do not believe (like me), your life is complete. Hopefully, you have added to future life in a good way. You have no regrets and live a happy life until your end.
COMPLETION—Your life is coming to its totality. Accomplishments taken for granted now come to light for everyone to read in the newspaper. Regrets linger, but you do not look for them.
INSURANCE—Do you have Insurance policies for your loved ones? It is called “Life Insurance.” I call it “Death Insurance.” If you buy life insurance, it will pay off for your loved ones.
REST—You’ve been through a lot. After all the hardships you’ve gone through, at least you can say you are done with all that #&@$. Nobody can tell you to go to work, break your back one more day, or anything like that.
BOREDOM—Death rescues us from an eternity of boredom—which would be a truly horrible fate. After death, there will be an eternity in which one doesn’t exist, and that sucks. But what about the other way around?
IT’S OVER—For some, it’s a release from chronic pain, sickness, and sadness. I’ve known people inclined to seek death out and are rather impatient for it to arrive because they’re in constant pain that keeps them from living the life they want.
WHAT HAPPENS—During death, your body’s necessary functions stop entirely. Your heart no longer beats, your breath stops, and your brain stops functioning. Studies suggest that brain activity may continue several minutes after you have been announced dead. Still, brain activity is different from consciousness or awareness. Can you envision that?
THE BAD—Imagine that you could be immortal and never die. You would see your friends and loved ones die, your children die, your grandchildren die, and your great-grandchildren die. You would see everyone who comes after you die. You may have more time to experience pleasant things in the world, but you would also have more time to experience the bad things in this world.
THAT’S IT—On death, a person will often slip slowly into complete unconsciousness. Even though you try, they can’t be awoken at all but may still be able to hear and be aware of the people around them. Each death is different, as each life is. For some people, dying may include restlessness.
YOUR DEATH?—No one likes to think about their death; I know you don’t. It just seems that we do often consider the subject within ourselves. New research reveals that at about age 26, people first start to realize their death is coming. When I was younger, I never saw that endpoint.
MY DEATH—For me, I would love my body to be put out in a forest or somewhere humans are not around and allow small animals and bugs to devour what is left of me. This, or I want my body to go to science. I hate the thought of being put into a grave and having that spot never used for the rest of time. Or Beth and I have talked about me being buried in one of the gardens in front (the bugs would love that!)
REGRETS?—Some people, when they know they are dying, think of all the regrets they have on their departure from this world. Live your life so that you will have no regrets.WHAT NEW STORIES ARE YOU READY TO WRITE?
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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.
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. You 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”
How you think and feel about yourself, including your beliefs and expectations about what is possible, determines everything in your life, and it all derives from your quality of thinking. 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.
BE POSITIVE!
Positive and inspiring quotes are like beams of 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.
I HOPE THE FOLLOWING WORDS ADD TO YOUR LIFE >>“Live with Joy until you Die!”
– Kit Summers
“Nothing can happen more beautiful than death.”
– Walt Whitman
“If death meant just leaving the stage long enough to change costume and return as a new character… Would you slow down? Or speed up?”
– Chuck Palahniuk
“Death is the dropping of the flower so that the fruit may swell.”
– Henry Ward Beecher
“I shall not wholly die, and a great part of me will escape the grave.”
– Horace
“No one wants to die. Even people who want to go to heaven don’t want to die to get there. And yet, death is the destination we all share. No one has ever escaped it, and that is how it should be, because death is very likely the single best invention of life. It’s life’s change agent. It clears out the old to make way for the new.”
– Steve Jobs
“Life and death are one, even as the river and the sea are one.”
– Khahil Gibran
“The fear of death follows from the fear of life.
A man who lives fully is prepared to die at any time.”
– Mark Twain
“Death ends a life,
not a relationship.”
– Mitch Albom
“Absence is a house so vast that inside you will pass through its walls and hang pictures on the air.”
– Pablo Neruda
“Death is not the greatest loss in life.
The greatest loss is what dies inside us while we live.”
— Norman Cousins
“If we lose love and self-respect for each other, this is how we finally die.”
— Maya Angelou
“Nothing is more sad than the death of an illusion.”
— Arthur Koestler
“The fear of death follows from the fear of life.
A man who lives fully is prepared to die at any time.”
— Mark Twain
“Death and love are the two wings that bear the good man to heaven.”
— Michelangelo
“The life of the dead is placed in the memory of the living”
— Marcus Tullius Cicero
“Cowards die many times before their deaths; the valiant never taste of death but once.”
— William Shakespeare
“Without health, life is not life; it is only a state of languor and suffering — an image of death.”
— Buddha
“I’m not afraid of death;
I just don’t want to be there when it happens.”
— WOODY ALLEN
“Absolute silence leads to sadness.
It is the image of death.”
— Jean-Jacques RousseauWHEN YOU IMPROVE THE QUALITY OF YOUR THINKING,
YOU CHANGE YOUR LIFE’S DIFFERENTIA—SOMETIMES INSTANTLY!
COMPOSE A NOBLE BOOK AND WRITE A BEST-SELLER.
YOU ARE AMAZING—PLAY YOUR PART!********************
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 remember what you did last Monday?
Do you remember what you ate for dinner last Sunday?
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.
4/6—Beth and I were driving when a magnificent colossal turkey crossed the road. It was beautiful right there in front of us!
There is a fence in the back that goes around the entire backyard. Trees have fallen on and bent the top tube in three or four places in the fence. Eddie is the one who initially put up the fences, and he was in the area.
I’m surprised I didn’t think of this repair myself. Eddie and I took the top tube off (about 4 meters long). He then removed the long pipe, put it between two trees, and used that fulcrum to bend it straight. What a great idea! We will finish up the project tomorrow.
I want to help Eddie, and if I can. He had not been to his house (he stays at a separate house in town with a friend) to get his mail, so I drove him there to retrieve the stack of mail. Beth and Eddie were actually married for ten years in the past.
4/7—I’m working in the garden today. Things are growing well, and we should eat nourishingly. I’ll post weekly photos to see how things are progressing. Did you ever start your garden?
The weather has been moist and rainy this week, great for growing vegetables.
4/8—I applied myself to painting the whole bathroom today. The color we picked out for the room looks perfect for a lavatory. I did one coat with a brush today, and tomorrow, I will do a second coat with a roller. The cost of upgrading and painting a room is relatively low, so I’m surprised more people don’t improve things in this way by themself.
4/9—Woke at about 1am today; up for the day I am. I get on the computer and read about 40-60 articles that come in, write words for the blog, and watch YouTube videos.
I’ve not heard from you,
Do you sleep well?
What’s your secret?
Will my lack of sleep affect me in the wrong way?
I completed the bathroom painting today. I also went over the bathroom walls with a second coat using a roller. It turned out quite nice. I will get to all the trim and add even more to the job.
4/10—Once again, awakening at about 1 am, I am up for the day.
We took three puppies to get their puppy shots and weigh them. They took the shot fine, and they are all ready to go. There are seven puppies: we have three, someone else has two, and another has the other two. Lovely pups, do you want one?
4/11—In the morning, there is nothing spectacular to write about. I’m doing garden work and painting in the bathroom, but I don’t want to bore you with details.
(Beth and I wrote the following):HE WAS JUST AT OUR HOUSE! On Thursday, April 11, the town of McCormick (and us) were visited by Daniel Powell, aka Captain Challenge. He stopped by to see his best friend from High School, Kit Summers, and Kit’s wife, Beth. Kit was quite surprised!
While in town, Daniel went to Books on Main to buy a box of assorted kid’s books to send to the orphanage he built in Uganda. Daniel is a selfless philanthropist. As Captain Challenge, he encourages people to do something they’ve never done before.
Daniel has biked across the United States to raise money for Project H.O.O.D., a community center in the worst part of Chicago. He has also completed numerous marathons and triathlons, recently running alongside a blind man whom he helped to cross the finish line. He even financed the movie Hard Miles, starring Matthew Modine and Sean Astin, which will be in theaters on April 19th.
Everything Mr. Powell does benefits others.
You can follow Daniel>>
On Facebook under, Daniel Edward Powell.
Instagram as Captain Challenge.
And on many podcasts and YouTube.
Look him up; you will be glad you did!
4/12—Slept in until about 3am, I guess a late sleep for me.
I went to LOWES to get paint for the molding in the bathroom and a few other items. My van drove great; perhaps there is nothing wrong with it. That makes me happy!
One of the pups went to a new home today, and another will go tomorrow. We had a big tribe, but it is down to just one now, which we will keep.
THIS IS YOUR LIFE — MAKE YOUR LEGACY HAPPEN!
DO SOMETHING NEW–DAILY,
THEN, KEEP DOING IT FOR THE REST OF YOUR LIFE.******************
THE GARDEN THIS WEEK
You will find out weekly how my garden grows. We have a greenhouse where seeds (mainly tomatoes) are planted and coming up. Tomatoes like warmth, so they will go into the ground later. I will see how things go in the future and let you know.
There has been plenty of rain this week, so adding more water is unnecessary. I have a rainwater collector that I use to water the garden when it needs it. I also have three rainwater collectors I could use. These are always full; we get enough rain.
Do you have a rainwater collector yet?
It may be necessary for your future.
The price has gone way down.
Take a look >>
https://www.amazon.com/s?k=vingli+rainwater&crid=1EWFZVASAC0RJ&sprefix=vingli+rainwater+%2Caps%2C140&ref=nb_sb_noss
Go from your rainwater gutters and direct the downspout pipes to feed into your rainwater collector. Have a screen on your container to filter out leaves and debris. I built a stand and put my collectors five feet up so that gravity could release water from a hose.
I have two 100-gallon collectors, one 50-gallon rainwater collector, and a tote that holds 375 gallons. Eventually, I want to get another 375-gallon tote to hold water. We plan on filtering the rainwater to drink it. Are you thirsty?
A self-supportive life can be a better life.
A garden would be a part of that life.
You must look into it.
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YOUR CHALLENGE FOR THE WEEK
When was the last time you rode your bike? This week, pull it out, dust it off, and put in some miles every day. Then start riding two or three times a week for your exercise.ALL OUR LIFE, WE MUST CHALLENGE OURSELVES!
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NEXT BLOG >>
You will see photos of the bathroom painting completed. (I bet you can’t wait.)AND WHAT ARE YOU PLANNING FOR YOUR UPCOMING WEEK?
April 12, 202410BLOG 266—Make it happen!
“KITTING AROUND”
BLOG 266—Make it happen!
Don’t sleepwalk through life.
I hope to illuminate your Life with my Words.
I WANT TO INSPIRE YOU TO LIVE DIFFERENTLY OR BETTER!
*** The joy I experience in life is a marvelous thing!
*** I was hit by two trucks, but I remain happy.
*** Going through a 37-day coma–Yikes!
*** I want to help you to get the most out of life before you die.
*** If you read this through Facebook, see kitsummers.com/blog
*** I lived in my van for six years, visited all US national parks, and met Beth.
*** Beth and I married on 2/22/22 at 2:22.
*** Thanks, Beth, for editing and adding to each weekly blog.
*** I will have places to show you and tales to tell.
*** You will find secrets to unfold and good news!BE TAKEN AWAY WITH ME
ON WONDERFUL ADVENTURES!********************
You will have many in your life who assist and teach; I am helping to guide you. Coaches like me wish to lighten the way on your path. Remember that it is up to you to generate your journey toward excellence. I’m not trying to show you “the way”; I am trying to help you find “your way.”I HOPE TO INSPIRE YOU WITH MY WORDS –
WORDS HAVE POWER!Are you accomplishing what you want before your eventual death?
You can (and should) make changes to improve your life at any age.
Start today, and you can build the life you desire.YOU ALREADY KNOW
You already know much about what I write, and I want to remind you of these ideas and show that my views can provide additional thoughts, along with yours, to help you.
MY EXPERIENCES
Much of what I write about is taken from my experiences; I have gone through much.
I hope to spread ideas so that you can live a better life.
Remember, only you know what is best for you.EVEN IF YOU START LATE,
ARE UNCERTAIN OR DIFFERENT ––
YOU CAN STILL FIND SUCCESS!Don’t forget that you are only as young
as the last time you changed your mind!HAVE FUN!
Keep your thoughts and self-talk fun and
productive, and always reach for more advancement.VERY LITTLE IS NEEDED TO MAKE A GREAT LIFE.
********************
TOPIC FOR THIS WEEK — Make it happen!
Making it happen means being action-oriented and accountable for our agreements with friends, associates, customers, and suppliers. If something needs to be done–DO IT!
1) Decide Exactly What You Want.
2) Know Why You Want It.
3) Visualize What You Want.
4) Take Action.
5) Get Support Systems In Place.YOU KNOW WHAT NEEDS
TO TAKE PLACE!
MAKE IT HAPPEN!Some people WANT it to happen.
Some WISH it would happen.
Others MAKE it happen!
Which are you?
Once you decide, the universe conspires with you to make it happen.
Please make sure to infuse your life with action.
You can’t just wait for people to give you that golden dream.
Progress is unimaginable without change, and those who cannot change their thinking cannot change anything. If you are on the right path and willing to keep walking, eventually, you’ll make progress. Coming together is a beginning; keeping together is progress; working together is a success.
You can and should make progress toward something each day of your life. Whether big or small, a slight movement forward each day will bring you success.
WHAT NEW STORIES ARE YOU READY TO WRITE?
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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.
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. You 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”
How you think and feel about yourself, including your beliefs and expectations about what is possible, determines everything in your life, and it all derives from your quality of thinking. 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.
BE POSITIVE!
Positive and inspiring quotes are like beams of 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.
I HOPE THE FOLLOWING WORDS ADD TO YOUR LIFE >>
“Don’t make excuses for why you can’t get it done.
Focus on all the reasons why you must make it happen.”
Ralph Marston
“Success on any level begins when you accept responsibility for creating the life you want. You are the only person who can make it happen—not your boss, business partner, financial planner, spouse, or life partner. Just you.”
Paul Clitheroe
“It’s not about ideas.
It’s about making ideas happen.”
Scott Belsky
“You can choose which direction you want to take.
You have to believe great things are going to happen in your life.
Do everything you can—prepare, pray, and achieve—to make it happen.
Benjamin Carson
“You don’t need a fancy degree to dream big and make it happen.
It’s all in your head, your heart, your hands.”
Rashmi Bansal
“I have learned to face my dreams fully.
I recommend you do the same.
Now is the time in your life to be selfish, to explore, and to take chances.
Remember that being selfish is not the same as being self-indulgent.
You have the gift of time.
Use it to do what you love.
Believe anything is possible!
Then work like hell to make it happen.”
Julianna Margulies
“Anything in life is possible–
if you make it happen.”
Jack LaLanne
“The thing always happens that you really believe in,
and the belief in a thing makes it happen.”
Frank Lloyd Wright
“Infuse your life with action.”
Bradley Whitford
“Sometimes, the difference between winning and losing is will.
The will to make it happen.”
Howard Schultz
“It always seems impossible until it’s done.”
Nelson Mandela
“Amateurs sit and wait for inspiration;
the rest of us just get up and go to work.”
Stephen King
“Life is short.
Do stuff that matters.”
Siqi Chen
“If you spend too much time thinking about a thing, you’ll never get it done.”
Bruce Lee
“If you want to do something,
you’ll find a way.
If you don’t,
you’ll find an excuse.”
Jim Rohn
“I find that the harder I work,
the more luck I seem to have.”
Thomas Jefferson
“Good things happen to those who hustle.”
Anais Nin
“The longer you’re not taking action,
the more money you lose.”
Carrie Wilkerson
“Start where you are.
Use what you have.
Do what you can.”
Arthur Ashe
“All progress takes place outside the comfort zone.”
Michael John BobakWHEN YOU IMPROVE THE QUALITY OF YOUR THINKING,
YOU CHANGE YOUR LIFE’S DIFFERENTIA—SOMETIMES INSTANTLY!
COMPOSE A NOBLE BOOK AND WRITE A BEST-SELLER.
YOU ARE AMAZING—PLAY YOUR PART!********************
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 remember what you did last Monday?
Do you remember what you ate for dinner last Sunday?
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.
3/30–The gardens this morning were a priority.
I moved growing baby plants to fill the whole garden.
We have been fostering three puppies (what do you think of that, Chris Foster?). It’s great to see them grow and grow (and eat and eat). You will see some photos.
As Beth awoke, I started the sanding in the bathroom.
3/31–Went to church again today! Well, Beth has a friend named Beth (strange name), and she wanted us to watch the live broadcast of her church on this Sunday of Easter.
This church service was the same as so many others I have been to >>
The entire congregation sang.
The preacher was up for a time pushing god stuff.
Readings from the bible book.
Dismissal of the group.
Boring.
Some people get very bothered when I write my thoughts about a god. The idea of a god just never made any sense to me. I want to make people honestly think. Often, I’ve seen religion tends to shut off people’s thinking ability, and they just follow.
It seems that God and church are habits people fall into at a young age and keep with them their entire lives. I read once, “Get ‘em while they’re young, then you have them for life.” This is just sad to me.
For those of you who do not see my way (Jeff and Daniel), how about this >>
1) Provide your “BEST 3” rational, factual, and realistic proofs for your god.
2) Let me know “WHY” I should believe in and follow this god.
3) Do the above “WITHOUT” reference the bible book.
(Can you do it?)
It’s always the same at churches. I am sure I could start a loving church that would be very inspirational and entertaining without a god or the bible mixed in.
Hmm, I may.
An official church is just a gathering place where god is thrown in. I could encourage people and have everyone leave with a smile on their face, seeing their better future. Would you attend my church?
4/1–As you might know, I need help sleeping often. I awoke about 1am and could not get back to sleep. For an hour, I just lay there and tried to turn off my mind.
I took off to drive to the bank. My van was making a humming noise, and I thought, “Oh, NO.”
I took it right over to Jimmy at https://www.jiminy-fixit.com/ .
Jimmy jumped in, and we went for a short drive.
He thought it was a wheel bearing.
I will drop it off when Beth can give me a ride home.
4/2–Once again, I woke up at about 1am and could not get back to sleep. This concerns me, of course. Can a person live a good life by only getting 2 or 3 hours of sleep each night?
What do you know about sleep?
Can you help?
I’m still embarrassed about my missing teeth.
Eventually, I will have new teeth inserted.
Beth and I went to Mr. Butler’s home today. Beth used to take care of him, and he died last year from complications of old age. She has great memories. Mr. Butler’s house is in the woods, away from all views. This would be a great place to live.
Some mice are getting in his place somehow. I blocked the entrance that they used. It surprises me when people use mouse traps. If they block all the ways into the house, there will be no more mouse problems.
And my left elbow hurts so much. I feel that this pain will be with me for the rest of my life — sad.
Hmm, arthritis? Living with this for the rest of my life would be terrible.
4/3–Today is the anniversary of the first time I was hit by a truck.
It was such a significant life change on 4/3/1982.
Have you seen this video? >>
Educational Entertainment with Kit Summers
I’ve joked with people that I get little sleep because I once had a long sleep (37-days), so I saved up my sleep.
Awakening to a thunderstorm at about 12:30 in the middle of the night, Jemma was barking, then she went back to sleep. I could not get back to sleep. Up for the day, I am—again—getting little sleep. This non-sleep does not seem to affect me in a bad way, but then again . . .
With the thunderstorm, all the rainwater containers will be refilled with hundreds of gallons of water. Recently, I planted more seeds in the ground; with this rain, they will have a great start.
4am now, no more thunder; rain is pouring down, though.
Each morning, I take eight pills.
I never liked taking pills in the past.
But I want to extend my life in any way I can.
These will help me to live a longer life, I’ve heard.
1) Multivitamin pills.
2) Pills to keep my allergies under control.
3) A pill to help my high blood pressure.
I want to surpass the 100-year mark for life; how about you?
I found out today that my van needs a differential—yikes. And I was approaching 300,000 miles, too. This would cost from $1,000 to $2,000, so I think it is time to find a new set of wheels. How it is now: The van works, but there is no telling when it might stop working. So, I will use it for short trips while I have it.
My van has been a big part of my life. I built the inside into a home, lived in the van for six years, and traveled to all the national parks in the US. My van is a part of me, and it is hard to see that it will end soon.
Money is tight, and I need a van or car.
Do you have an old van or car I could get for a low price?
Or do you have a friend who could help?
Wherever you are, I will fly out to get the vehicle.
I look forward to meeting you.
Please let me know how we can work together to make this happen.
Here I am >> 610-400-3233
I hope you can help.
4/4–Slept in till 3am this morning; oh, happy day.
Today, we had numerous birds at our feeder, including a magnificent American Goldfinch–I hope the photo came out right. I also have a feeder just outside the window where I do my typing and office work. Birds are at the feeder just three feet from me.
I had hope today but received devastating news.
I had been in contact with Tom Fernald of
https://www.chroniclebooks.com/
I wrote a series of five books to help people live a better life. Tom had offered $400,000 for my first two books in the series, and I got excited. I was most excited to know that my books would be out there helping people.
Tom told me that specific editorial requirements needed to be met before they took the books. He also wanted thousands of dollars to put the book through, which I didn’t have. I asked if part of the $400,000 he offered me could go toward this cost, and I was told no.
Bella Easton helped, initially leading me to Tom Fernald as my literary agent. She liked my books, yet this almost seemed like an elaborate scheme to acquire money from me. I will never hear from either of them again, which makes me sad.
I went out to work on my garden, real life.
Reconnecting with Beth was good for me.
This settled my mind and brought me back to life again.
Showtime today! Anne had gotten a hold of me, and we set up for me to perform for a small group of kids at the local library.
I went to the library for the show. A bunch of preschool kids were supposed to show up. Another disappointment: only one kid showed up, and six adults were there.
I did the show; people seemed to like it.
I had dreams, and, like usual,
they were unfulfilled.
Yet, I am still am still smiling!
4/5–Awakening at about 3am, I got right to work to finish this weekly blog. Small changes add up, so every time I read my words, I see changes to improve things. Have you written something like this, a weekly blog? How do you get ideas and/or edit the blog?
The garden is growing great.
We should eat well with what is growing.
Raspberries
Strawberries
Cucumber
Broccoli
Cilantro
Swiss chard
Spinach
Lettuce
And more lettuce
Zucchini
Cabbage
Green Beans
Jade Beans
Carrots
Tomatoes
Peas
Lima Beans
Amaranth
Potatoes
Cantaloupes
Sunflower
Corn
Watermelon
We plan on planting >>
An Apple Tree
A Peach Tree
A Bartlett Pear Tree
Any other suggestions?
ARE YOU HUNGRY?THIS IS YOUR LIFE — MAKE YOUR LEGACY HAPPEN!
DO SOMETHING NEW–DAILY,
THEN, KEEP DOING IT FOR THE REST OF YOUR LIFE.******************
THE GARDEN THIS WEEK
You will find out weekly how my garden grows. We have a greenhouse where seeds (mainly tomatoes) are planted and coming up. Tomatoes like warmth, so they will go into the ground later. I will see how things go in the future and let you know.
There has been plenty of rain this week, so adding more water is unnecessary. I have a rainwater collector that I use to water the garden when it needs it. I also have three rainwater collectors I could use. These are always full; we get enough rain.
Do you have a rainwater collector yet?
It may be necessary for your future.
The price has gone way down.
Take a look >>
https://www.amazon.com/s?k=vingli+rainwater&crid=1EWFZVASAC0RJ&sprefix=vingli+rainwater+%2Caps%2C140&ref=nb_sb_noss
Go from your rainwater gutters and direct the downspout pipes to feed into your rainwater collector. Have a screen on your container to filter out leaves and debris. I built a stand and put my collectors five feet up so that gravity could release water from a hose.
I have two 100-gallon collectors, one 50-gallon rainwater collector, and a tote that holds 375 gallons. Eventually, I want to get another 375-gallon tote to hold water. We plan on filtering the rainwater to drink it. Are you thirsty?
A self-supportive life can be a better life.
A garden would be a part of that life.
You must look into it.
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YOUR CHALLENGE FOR THE WEEK
Decide what you need to do to make your better future.
Write these ideas down.
Start working toward what you need to do daily to make it happen!ALL OUR LIFE, WE MUST CHALLENGE OURSELVES!
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NEXT BLOG >>
With gas prices increasing, we will mainly be staying home.
I do have a bike; I could zip around.
But there is nowhere to ride around here.AND WHAT ARE YOU PLANNING FOR YOUR UPCOMING WEEK?
(From Beth: A big surprise for Kit is coming! He has no idea, so shhhh!!)April 5, 2024BLOG 265—The Benefits of Juggling
“KITTING AROUND”
BLOG 265—The Benefits of Juggling
I hope to illuminate your Life with my Words.
I WANT TO INSPIRE YOU TO LIVE DIFFERENTLY OR BETTER!*** The joy I experience in life is a marvelous thing!
*** I was hit by two trucks, but I remain happy.
*** Going through a 37-day coma–Yikes!
*** I want to help you to get the most out of life before you die.
*** If you read this through Facebook, see kitsummers.com/blog
*** I lived in my van for six years, visited all US national parks, and met Beth.
*** Beth and I married on 2/22/22 at 2:22.
*** Thanks, Beth, for editing and adding to each weekly blog.
*** I will have places to show you and tales to tell.
*** You will find secrets to unfold and good news!BE TAKEN AWAY WITH ME
ON WONDERFUL ADVENTURES!********************
You will have many in your life who assist and teach; I am helping to guide you. Coaches like me wish to lighten the way on your path. Remember that it is up to you to generate your journey toward excellence. I’m not trying to show you “the way”; I am trying to help you find “your way.”I HOPE TO INSPIRE YOU WITH MY WORDS–
WORDS HAVE POWER!Are you accomplishing what you want before your eventual death?
You can (and should) make changes to improve your life at any age.
Start today, and you can build the life you desire.YOU ALREADY KNOW
You already know much about what I write, and I want to remind you of these ideas and show that my views can provide additional thoughts, along with yours, to help you.
MY EXPERIENCES
Much of what I write about is taken from my experiences; I have gone through much. I hope to spread ideas so that you can live a better life. Remember, only you know what is best for you.
EVEN IF YOU START LATE,
ARE UNCERTAIN,
OR DIFFERENT –
YOU CAN STILL FIND SUCCESS!Don’t forget that you are only as young
as the last time you changed your mind!
Keep your thoughts and self-talk fun and
productive, and always reach for more advancement.VERY LITTLE IS NEEDED TO MAKE A GREAT LIFE.
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TOPIC FOR THIS WEEK — The Benefits of Juggling
As you might know, I have been a juggler most of my life. Do you have the skill? Juggling improves eye-hand coordination, manual dexterity, focused concentration, goal-setting, problem-solving, delayed gratification, and impresses your friends and enemies!
No wonder I pursued it so heartily.
Juggling has been such a big part of my life.
A few additional benefits >>
1) It improves your hand-eye coordination
2) It’s good for your brain and will continue to improve you. It’s an exercise for your brain.
3) You will stand straighter and have better posture.
4) Juggling breaks tension and connects you with other people.
5) It will give you a better handle on the “juggling” of your responsibilities.
5) Give you a better aim and improve your catching and throwing.
7) This skill will improve your fine motor skills.
8) Teach you to focus and see the big picture.
9) Juggling is excellent fun! It will always bring smiles to your face and to others.
10) You will learn to challenge yourself continually.
Watch the videos below to learn the skill.
Heavier balls are better for juggling, about the weight of an orange.
Scarves drop slowly; they are easier to juggle.
For scarves, I use Tulle material cut to 18” squares; Walmart sells this.
WALMART TULLE MATERIAL
You can buy it by the yard and then cut it.
How to juggle 3 scarves >>
HOW TO JUGGLE 3 SCARVES
How to juggle 3 balls >>
HOW TO JUGGLE 3 BALLS
Juggling has taken me far >>
From winning the Gong Show in 1976 at the age of 15 to
Performing street shows in San Diego from 1976 through 1979.
I lived in Hawaii in early 1978 and practiced up to 12 hours daily on juggling.
Traveling throughout Europe in 1978, I met great jugglers.
Teaching juggling at Ringling Clown College in 1979.
Traveling around the country performing juggling as I went.
In 1981-82, I headlined my juggling act at Ballys Casino in Atlantic City.
See KIT AT BALLYS
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SZALVajgH6Q&t=23s
Offered my juggling/performance workshop at many places in the US.
KIT’S JUGGLING WORKSHOP
Perhaps, like me, you have gone through a brain injury. Maybe just work on just one ball thrown from hand to hand. That is an accomplishment! As long as you challenge yourself you will get better and better. In fact, challenge yourself in whatever you do!
I traveled throughout Europe three different times, presenting my juggling workshop.
Three trips to Japan to work with jugglers.
The workshop also took me to Australia and New Zealand.
Do you have jugglers in your area who want to improve?
Contact me, and we can set up a workshop where you are.WHAT NEW STORIES ARE YOU READY TO WRITE?
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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.
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. You 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”
How you think and feel about yourself, including your beliefs and expectations about what is possible, determines everything in your life, and it all derives from your quality of thinking. 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.
BE POSITIVE!
Positive and inspiring quotes are like beams of 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.
I HOPE THE FOLLOWING WORDS ADD TO YOUR LIFE >>
“Life is about juggling five things at once >>
Integrity
Heath
Family
Friends
Achievement.
Now, don’t drop!”
― Kit Summers
“If you always do what you’ve always done,
you’ll always get what you’ve always got.”
― Tony Robbins
“You don’t have to race with anyone if you learn to create your own lane.”
― Sabrina Newby
“Progress should be the Product of the Process”
― Yohann Dafeu
“Every failure is a learning opportunity, only if we are interested in improving rather than proving that the game wasn’t lost to the opponent but to bad luck.”
― Shahenshah Hafeez Khan
“… you always seem to think you have to change; you think you have to improve yourself, be like everyone else, and fit in, but can’t you see you’re perfect just the way you are?”
― Rebecca Raisin
“Excuses are lies which we tell ourselves before giving reason to others. We reason ourselves that we have done our best. Gradually, reason becomes our belief and, ultimately our truth. Unknowingly, we become responsible for closing the door that can lead us towards improvement.”
― Shahenshah Hafeez Khan
“Make things happen.
Don’t let things happen to you.”
― Syed Sharukh
“Due to fierce competition and rapid changes, continuous improvement is critical for the survival and thriving of digital businesses today.”
― Pearl Zhu
“The only way to do great work is to love what you do.”
― Steve Jobs
“If your actions inspire others to dream, learn, do, and become more, you are a leader.”
― John Quincy Adams
Success is not final; failure is not fatal:
The courage to continue that counts.”
― Winston Churchill
“I attribute my success to this:
I never gave or took any excuse.”
― Florence Nightingale
“You miss 100% of the shots you don’t take.”
― Wayne Gretzky
“Whether you think you can or think you can’t, you’re right.”
― Henry Ford
“I have learned over the years that when one’s mind is made up, this diminishes fear.”
― Rosa Parks
“Don’t limit yourself. Many people limit themselves to what they think they can do. You can go as far as your mind lets you. Remember that what you believe, you can achieve.”
― Mary Kay Ash
“I’d rather be a could-be if I cannot be an are because a could-be is a maybe reaching for a star. I’d rather be a has-been than a might-have-been, by far, because a might-have-been has never been, but a has was once an are.”
― Milton Berle
“An actual decision is measured by the fact that you’ve taken a new action.
If there’s no action, you haven’t indeed decided.”
― Tony Robbins
“Practice the philosophy of continuous improvement.
Get a little bit better every single day.”
― Brian TracyWHEN YOU IMPROVE THE QUALITY OF YOUR THINKING,
YOU CHANGE YOUR LIFE’S DIFFERENTIA—SOMETIMES INSTANTLY!
COMPOSE A NOBLE BOOK AND WRITE A BEST-SELLER.
YOU ARE AMAZING—PLAY YOUR PART!********************
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 remember what you did last Monday?
Do you remember what you ate for dinner last Sunday?
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.
3/23–Beth is away house-sitting for her aunt.
Aunt Karen also has some animals Beth is with.
My left arm and elbow are hurting exceptionally much. Perhaps it is arthritis; it hurts a lot. This might be connected to when I broke six ribs not too long ago.
3/24–Today, I attended church. In the past, I have written about the God that so many think is out there. I do not want to upset anyone, but I do not have this belief and wonder how people can. If you believe in a God and can prove it to me, please do. I am always open and waiting.
Jehovah’s Witnesses are a “different” group. A couple guys came by the house a few weeks ago and invited me to a meeting of their group. It was close, so I went. This was my first time going to a gathering of Jehovah’s Witnesses.
It was 7:30pm on this Sunday night. The place was packed; many were there, and all the seats were taken. What surprised me was that it was no different from the hundreds of other church gatherings I attended. Eventually, the front row was filled with Bible men who were part of the service.
Surprisingly, the format was just like so many other church services I have been to >>
Group singing
A speaker pushing God
Readings from the bible
Dismissal of the crowd.
Times are a-changin’. Many had the Bible on their smartphone, which they turned to. There were also many Bible books throughout the crowd. There are so many copies of this one book, yet most don’t even read their Bible book. It is difficult to read; why would any God put something like this together?
Nowadays, more and more people do not go the way of religion. All around, I see churches closing down. As people get educated, they are driven away from believing in any god. Reading the bible is so dull; I see why people don’t read. The book has good, as well as bad. How about this >>
2 Chronicles 15:13:
“All who would not seek the Lord,
the God of Israel,
were to be put to death,
whether small or great,
man or woman.”
Will you be the one to kill me for my nonbelief?
Do you believe?
Can you tell me exactly what you believe and why?
Can you teach me so that I can find this god?
At the Jehovah’s service, they had the eating bread and drinking wine segment. Dry and Stale crackers were given out to the crowd, but I did not participate. Four glasses of wine were simply passed around, which no one drank of, a strange effect it was.
Mostly an older crowd, many black, with some white mixed in. A lot of men were wearing 3-piece suits. It’s funny; for church and many other gatherings, people tend to gravitate to the back of the room when they are somewhere to hear someone speak. Like usual, I sat right up front to get the most out of it.
While at church, I always want to speak up and question the pastor or speaker. But the crowd will never go there. The congregation are hypnotized and just sit and stare; God Zombies? No one ever questions what is being said, which makes me sad.
I tried to find out if this group had a website or Facebook page about them, but I was told no. People referred to the website JW.org. Take a look if you care to.
One topic discussed was Adam and Eve and the eating of the apple. According to the Bible, at that early point, Adam or Eve did not even know good from bad. How could they know not to eat the apple? I hear that God knows everything and knows the beginning to the end.
So, God presented the apple tree and the apple, knowing that Adam would eat of the fruit and that Eve would also. The Bible says that this was mankind’s downfall. But God knew—it is God’s fault that humans did bad! (If you believe, that is.)
Think about it: according to the Bible book, so many billions have been sent to hell for something that God knew would happen. That is part of the reason I could never believe in any god.
Did you know I was baptized once? I brought a bag and went up with five others for the ceremony in front of 600 churchgoers. Right before I went before the pastor to be baptized, I put on the mask and snorkel that I had in the bag. The audience loved it, the pastor not so much. Yes, more of my “kitting around.”
I never believed.
It just never made sense to me.
I do believe that the Bible is an evil book.
3/25–I started work on the bathroom today. Eventually, I will install a new toilet and shower, redoing the bathroom.
My daughter, April, called today, and we had a nice talk. She and her husband, Jake, recently visited England to be tourists. April is interested in moving to England, which would be nice.
Beth went to get eggs at her friend Kathy’s farm, Square 1 Cattle Farm.
The rooster’s name is The Colonel, and he is gorgeous.
3/26–I’m doing more work on the bathroom. It will turn out very nice. Later, I plan on building another bathroom off our bedroom, with the kitchen on one side. Today, I scraped the walls more. There is much old curling paint to take care of. After scraping, I sanded down the walls, smoothing them.
Later, I will purchase and bring in a new stand-alone shower. We presently have a bathtub, but no one bathes in it, like at most homes. A shower gives us much room in the bathroom; the new shower will only use the corner of the room.
3/27–I always work around the house. Today, I made more improvements to the bathroom. It should turn out excellent. Of course, there are the gardens, which are constantly improving; there is no stopping them. Each week, I will include photos. Have you seen?
3/28–I did my daily ritual last night, flossing my teeth. Embarrassingly, one of my teeth dropped out. This tooth was right next to another lower tooth that I lost recently. The tooth that fell out last night had a post. You can see from the photos how dramatic this is.
When I was young, I did not take good care of my teeth; I am paying for it now. Later, I will call my dentist to see if he can fit me in today. So, it’s hard for me to smile well right now.
I went to see Dr. Patrick Cook in the afternoon. He examined all my teeth, and it sounds like, along with not taking good care of my teeth when I was young, I had some lousy work performed on my choppers. Two teeth have root canals that were not completed, and there is other shabby work.
If you are in the Augusta, GA, area, Dr. Cook does excellent work.
Take a look >>
Dr. Cook, click here
It’s almost 5pm now. Beth told me of a bird building a nest in a plastic bag hanging from the back fence. I looked over and saw some straw sticking out of the bag. As I approached to see better, a little bird flew out and almost hit my face. I will let you know more later.
And our puppies are growing. We are fostering three of the little creatures. These puppies are so easy to fall in love with. They were found in a small abandoned building. Valerie has been taking care of them, and now they have been separated and are finding homes.
Beth went to visit she has a fantastic-looking rooster; you just have to see.
3/29–I was awakened this morning at 2:30am by Jemma barking at something outside. Often, I have trouble sleeping and do not get back to sleep; up for the day I am.
There is more work on the bathroom. I am scraping and patching all the walls, which should be done today. Next comes the painting; you will see photos next week.
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THE GARDEN THIS WEEK
You will find out weekly how does my garden grow. We have a greenhouse where seeds (mainly tomatoes) are planted and coming up. I will see how things go in the future and let you know. I am tending to the young plants coming up. They will get bigger and bigger. Of course, you will see photos later.
There has been plenty of rain this week, so adding more water is unnecessary. I have a rainwater collector that I use to water the garden when it needs it. I also have three rainwater collectors I could use. These are always full; we get enough rain. .
Do you have a rainwater collector yet?
The price has gone way down.
Take a look >>
https://www.amazon.com/s?k=vingli+rainwater&crid=1EWFZVASAC0RJ&sprefix=vingli+rainwater+%2Caps%2C140&ref=nb_sb_noss
Go from your rainwater gutters and direct the downspout pipes to feed into your Vingli. You have a screen on top of your container to filter out leaves. I put my collectors five feet up so that gravity can release water. I have two 100-gallon collectors and one 50-gallon rainwater collector.
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YOUR CHALLENGE FOR THE WEEK
If you don’t know how to yet, you must learn to juggle this week! If you already know how to juggle, learn three new tricks this week. You can find a multitude of new tricks on YouTube.THIS IS YOUR LIFE — MAKE YOUR LEGACY HAPPEN!
DO SOMETHING NEW–DAILY,
THEN, KEEP DOING IT FOR THE REST OF YOUR LIFE.*******************
NEXT BLOG >>
You will read updates on my bathroom rebuild, and there will be photos.AND WHAT ARE YOU PLANNING FOR YOUR UPCOMING WEEK?
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March 29, 2024BLOG 264—Thoughts vs. Actions
“KITTING AROUND”
BLOG 264—Thoughts vs. Actions
I hope to illuminate your Life with my Words.
I WANT TO INSPIRE YOU TO LIVE DIFFERENTLY OR BETTER!
*** The joy I experience in life is a marvelous thing!
*** I was hit by two trucks, but I remain happy.
*** Going through a 37-day coma–Yikes!
*** I want to help you to get the most out of life before you die.
*** If you read this through Facebook, see kitsummers.com/blog
*** I lived in my van for six years, visited all US national parks, and met Beth.
*** Beth and I were married on 2/22/22 at 2:22.
*** Thanks, Beth, for editing and adding to each weekly blog.
*** I will have places to show you and tales to tell.
*** You will find secrets to unfold and good news!BE TAKEN AWAY WITH ME
ON WONDERFUL ADVENTURES!********************
You will have many in your life who assist and teach; I am helping to guide you. Coaches like me hope to lighten the way on your path. Remember that it is up to you to generate your journey toward excellence. I’m not trying to show you “the way”; I am trying to help you find “your way.”I HOPE TO INSPIRE YOU WITH MY WORDS–
WORDS HAVE POWER!Are you accomplishing what you want before your eventual death?
At any age, you can (and should) make changes to make your life better.
Start today, and you can build the life you desire.YOU ALREADY KNOW
You already know much about what I write, and I want to remind you of these ideas and show that my views can provide additional thoughts, along with yours, to help you.
MY EXPERIENCES
Much of what I write about is taken from my experiences; I have gone through much. I hope to spread ideas so that you can live a better life. Remember, only you know what is best for you.
EVEN IF YOU START LATE,
ARE UNCERTAIN,
OR DIFFERENT –
YOU CAN STILL FIND SUCCESS!Don’t forget that you are only as young
as the last time you changed your mind!
Keep your thoughts and self-talk fun and productive,
and always reach for more advancement.VERY LITTLE IS NEEDED TO MAKE A GREAT LIFE.
********************
TOPIC FOR THIS WEEK — You Have Thoughts–You Have Actions
Something that helped me after my accident was challenging my mind to keep moving forward, no matter what. Without using our mind and body, without challenge, we stagnate. As I get older, I want to challenge myself even more.
You see, your thoughts are the seeds of your actions, so thoughts are more critical. However, your actions are thoughts already embodied in reality and are, therefore, more urgent. Think about it. You are your thinking; think right. It’s easier to see yourself as your thoughts, though.
Thoughts refer to an individual act or product of thinking, feelings refer to an emotional state or reaction, and behavior is how someone conducts themselves. Thinking should lead to action, and feelings are less important than thoughts.
We often like simplifying things, breaking them down, and making sense of them. But the reality is that your feelings and actions help you to arrive at your thoughts. Most people tend to know what they feel or believe, and then they use their thoughts to rationalize or explain this. The way to go is thoughts over feelings.
The formula should be Thoughts–Feelings–Actions.
Your thoughts generate feelings, which you then act upon. This action gives you a result. Change your thoughts, and your feelings change; change your feelings, and your actions change. Remember, you have total control of your mind.
Because actions have far greater significance than thoughts and feelings, you’ll go hungry if you feel motivated to gather food but don’t. Similarly, if you think the young lady is attractive but don’t talk to her, you have no hope of being with her.
One of the most psychologically direct ways that thoughts regulate, if not cause, behavior is through self-talk, in which internalized
observations serve as self-instructions for action—about what to do and how to do it. What you think is what you are. And be careful what you tell yourself.
You must remember that behaviors are simply the actions we take. We choose how we will behave. Conduct can be classified as right or wrong, healthy or unhealthy, appropriate or inappropriate. Our thoughts create our feelings, and our feelings drive our actions.
Think about this: The majority of our thinking efforts occur subconsciously. Only one or two thoughts are likely to become conscious at a time. Slips of the tongue and accidental actions offer glimpses of our unfiltered subconscious cognitive vitality.
It is with this thinking that I found my way back from the precipice nightmare of my brain injury. Yet, even without going through a significant change, you must still challenge yourself and keep moving forward.WHAT NEW STORIES ARE YOU READY TO WRITE?
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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.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. You 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”
How you think and feel about yourself, including your beliefs and expectations about what is possible, determines everything in your life, and it all derives from your quality of thinking. 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.BE POSITIVE!
Positive and inspiring quotes are like beams of 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.
I HOPE THE FOLLOWING WORDS ADD TO YOUR LIFE >>
“There is a time to let things happen.
And a time to make things happen.”
— Anonymous
“I swore never to be silent whenever human beings endure suffering and humiliation. We must always take sides. Neutrality helps the oppressor, never the victim. Silence encourages the tormentor, never the tormented.”
— Elie Wiesel
“The journey of a thousand miles must begin with a single step.”
— Lao Tzu
“For all sad words of tongue and pen.
The saddest are these,
‘It might have been.”
— John Greenleaf Whittier
“A little knowledge that acts is worth infinitely more than much knowledge that is idle.”
— Kahlil Gibran
“You’ll never plow a field by turning it over in your mind.”
— Irish Proverb
“If a man does only what is required of him, he is a slave.
If a man does more than is required of him, he is a free man.”
— Chinese Proverb
“Happiness is when what you think,
say, and do are in harmony.”
— Mahatma Gandhi
“Thinking is easy, acting is complex, and putting one’s thoughts into action is the most challenging thing in the world.”
— Johann Wolfgang von Goethe
“I have always thought the actions of men the best interpreters of their thoughts.”
— John Locke
“Freedom and happiness come from understanding – and working with – our limits. Begin at once a program of self-mastery. Stick with your purpose. Do not seek external approval. Do not worry about anything outside of your control. The only things you command are your thoughts and actions. We choose our response. Stop aspiring to be anyone other than your best self, for that does fall within your control.”
— Epictetus
“Good thoughts and actions can never produce bad results, and bad thoughts and actions can never produce good results … We understand this law in the natural world and work with it; but few understand it in the mental and moral world—although its operation there is just as simple and undeviating—and they, therefore, do not cooperate with it.”
— James Allen
“A man’s value to the community primarily depends on how far his feelings, thoughts, and actions are directed toward promoting the good of his fellows.”
— Albert Einstein
“The worlds of thought and action overlap.
What you think has a way of becoming true.”
— Roger von Oech
“Watch your thoughts; they become words.
Watch your words; they become your actions.
Watch your actions; they become habits.
Watch your habits; they become character.
Watch your character; it becomes your destiny.”
— Frank JacksonWHEN YOU IMPROVE THE QUALITY OF YOUR THINKING,
YOU CHANGE YOUR LIFE’S DIFFERENTIA—SOMETIMES INSTANTLY!
COMPOSE A NOBLE BOOK AND WRITE A BEST-SELLER.
YOU ARE AMAZING—PLAY YOUR PART!********************
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 remember what you did last Monday?
Do you remember what you ate for dinner last Sunday?
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.
3/16/24–It’s been years since I’ve been to a barber. In the past, I had friends cut my hair; now, I do it myself or have Beth cut it. I use a clipper to cut all my head hair, the top of my head, and my beard to the same length. It works out quite well, and I love the cost.
A woman wanted to buy a rabbit, so we were taking it to her near Greenwood. As we were driving Beth’s van out there, oh no, the engine started sounding funny, and we smelled something. Beth pulled over, and I checked the engine for a fire or something. Everything looked fine.
We drove again, and the van started losing power. After a short drive, we found a place to pull over. At this point, the engine gave little power to the van—we could barely move forward. It’s a good thing we have a towing service. We had it towed to jiminy-fixit.com/, which was on the way.
No, I didn’t drive over the tow truck guy.
And, look there, a church was right next to us.After the truck ride, the battery was drained of power. We were right in the middle of Jimmy’s driveway, so I had to return the next day with the key to move the van. We saw Jimmy when he first opened, and I saw his growth potential. Now, there are numerous vehicles there, and he keeps pretty busy. If you are anywhere in the area and need work on your car, take it to Jiminy-fixit; he will do you well.
3/17–It seems that my tuft is going away. First, my forehead became more prominent because of hair loss. The tuft (a small area on my forehead that still has some hair) is losing hair. Will I go bald sometime?
3/18–We found out that Beth’s van is kaput, no more. We will find a way to obtain a new car for her.
3/19–Today, I received this email from a past jugglie friend. I read of Noah in an article from the Feb/Mar 2024 issue of Brain and Life magazine about juggling. >>
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Dear Kit,I’m sorry for the delayed response. I have had your book, Juggling with Finesse, since I was a kid! We may have met briefly at the 1986 convention in Denver when I was a rising junior in high school. You inspire the community, and I’ve always admired your life and career.
Thanks for reaching out.
My best wishes,
Noah
Noah J. Cowan
Professor of Mechanical Engineering
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Hearing that my books add to people’s lives is always great. This article, “Juggling May Be Good for the Brain,” is well-written and sheds light on juggling.
3/20–Beth bought a car today!
A 2004 Chrysler Coupe.
The color says green, but it looks more grayish.
It is the same kind of car she had when we married on 2/22/22.
There was no need for three vehicles; we sold her car.
This snazzy car suits her; it is classy for an elegant lady.
3/21–We are down to eight rabbits. A nice young girl who had gotten rabbits from Beth in the past came back to look at cages and wound up taking two more home. Beth was sad about this, but it was getting harder for her to care for everything. Knowing her rabbits go to good homes is satisfying.
3/22– Today is gloomy and rainy. There is not much to do outside, though.
I work on my blog while Beth is volunteering at the local bookstore, Books On Main, an offshoot of the library. She will come home with more books to read, so I must build another bookshelf.
(https://visit.mccormickscchamber.org/list/member/books-on-main-by-friends-of-the-library-750)
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THE GARDEN THIS WEEK
You will find out weekly, “How does my garden grow.” We have a greenhouse in the house where seeds (mainly tomatoes) are planted and coming up. I will see how things go in the future and let you know. I am tending to the young plants coming up. They will get bigger and bigger. Of course, you will see photos later.
Things are popping up. I see carrots, cilantro, lettuce, Strawberries, Spinach, Broccoli, and Amaranth are popping their heads up.
YOUR CHALLENGE FOR THE WEEK
Work on your vegetable garden this week.
You can start from seed (lettuce is easy.)
Or buy already growing plants.
You will love gardening.
Please let me know of your progress.THIS IS YOUR LIFE — MAKE YOUR LEGACY HAPPEN!
DO SOMETHING NEW–DAILY,
THEN, KEEP DOING IT FOR THE REST OF YOUR LIFE.*******************
NEXT BLOG >>
Easter is coming soon; find out what happens at the Summers’ household.
By the way, why are eggs and bunnies part of this day? I had to look it up, this is what I found >>
Many of us may chomp on chocolate eggs at Easter, but initially, church leaders prohibited eating eggs during the week leading up to Easter (known as Holy Week). So, any eggs laid that week were saved and decorated to make them Holy Week eggs, which were given to children as gifts.
Victorians adapted the tradition with satin-covered cardboard eggs filled with Easter gifts, which has developed into the tradition many people enjoy today. The first chocolate eggs appeared in France and Germany in the 19th Century but were bitter and hard. As chocolate-making techniques improved, hollow eggs like the ones we have today were developed.
They quickly became popular and remain a favorite tradition with chocolate lovers today. The first hollow chocolate Easter eggs to be sold were released in 1873 by a company named Fry’s.
I hope you have a fantastic Easter Day.AND WHAT ARE YOU PLANNING FOR YOUR UPCOMING WEEK?
March 22, 2024BLOG 263—Mysterious Words
“KITTING AROUND”
BLOG 263—Mysterious Words
I hope to illuminate your life with my words.
I WANT TO INSPIRE YOU TO LIVE DIFFERENTLY OR BETTER!
*** The joy I experience in life is a marvelous thing!
*** I was hit by two trucks, but I remain happy.
*** Going through a 37-day coma–Yikes!
*** I want to help you to get the most out of life before you die.
*** If you read this through Facebook, see kitsummers.com/blog
*** I lived in my van for six years, visited all US national parks, and met Beth.
*** Beth and I were married on 2/22/22 at 2:22pm. We are both quite happy.
*** Thanks, Beth, for editing and adding to each weekly blog.
*** I will have places to show you and tales to tell.
*** You will find secrets to unfold and good news!BE TAKEN AWAY WITH ME
ON WONDERFUL ADVENTURES!********************
You will have many in your life who assist and teach; I am helping to guide you. Coaches like me hope to lighten the way on your path. Remember that it is up to you to generate your journey toward excellence. I’m not trying to show you “the way”; I am trying to help you find “your way.”I HOPE TO INSPIRE YOU WITH MY WORDS–
WORDS HAVE POWER!Are you accomplishing what you want before your eventual death?
At any age, you can (and should) make changes to make your life better.
Start today, and you can build the life you desire.YOU ALREADY KNOW
You already know much about what I write, and I want to remind you of these ideas and show that my views can provide additional thoughts, along with yours, to help you.
MY EXPERIENCES
Much of what I write about is taken from my experiences; I have gone through much. I hope to spread ideas so that you can live a better life. Remember, only you know what is best for you.
EVEN IF YOU START LATE,
ARE UNCERTAIN,
OR DIFFERENT –
YOU CAN STILL FIND SUCCESS!Don’t forget that you are only as young
as the last time you changed your mind!
Keep your thoughts and self-talk fun and productive,
and always reach for more advancement.VERY LITTLE IS NEEDED TO MAKE A GREAT LIFE.
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TOPIC FOR THIS WEEK — The Use of Words
If you master language, you master life.
Words and how we use them intrigue me.
As you know, computers can tell us anything.
One site I subscribe to is Wordgenius.com
This site gives a new word or word origin daily.
For example, the word for today >>
Ambit
“Definition: The scope, extent, or bounds of something.”
Here’s something–What does the “O” mean at 5:00 p.m., for example? We say, “Five O’Clock.” Curiosity got the best of me, and I had to look it up. I discovered in history that it means “of the clock.” So, people used to say, “Five of the clock,” for 5 p.m.
So, it’s a shortened form of the now obsolete phrase ‘of the clock’ from Middle English. You might also use o’clock when describing a direction by referring to an imaginary clock: “I saw the deer run by right there, at twelve o’clock.” Did you know?
Words are chameleons, mirroring the color of their environment. Expressions may be less satisfactory than we should like, but, like our neighbors, we must live with them and make the best of them. Words are potent weapons for all causes—good or bad.
I am always curious.
Curiosity keeps us young.
Always keep your curiosity up and open.
Keeping your curiosity keeps you young and thinking.
Other words for “curiosity are” >>
Eagerness
Intrigue.
Interestedness.
Intrusiveness.
Investigation.
Meddlesomeness.
Meddling.
Nosiness.
Officiousness.
Prying.
Questioning.
Snoopiness.
Are you any (or all) of these words?
In the English language, two things bug me a lot.
The number seven is the only two-syllable number.
The letter “W” is the only multi-syllable letter.
The number seven could just be “sev.”
And as far as “w,” it could simply be pronounced wa.
But, we are stuck with how they currently are.
If you need to know >>
syl·la·ble–A unit of pronunciation having one vowel sound, with or without surrounding consonants, forming the whole or a part of a word; e.g., there are two syllables in water and three in inferno.
“W”? This letter comes after the letter “U.”
It is pronounced “Double U” or two U’s.
This is lazy.
Better pronunciation could easily have been invented.
But it is too late now, and we will be stuck with it forever.
Speaking of the word “it,” this word does not mean much. My fifth-grade teacher, Mr. Miradian, taught us that there is always a more precise word to use instead of “it.” Avoid using the word “it,” especially in writing.
IT
He also taught me not to use the word “I” to start a letter or anything. This made sense to me, and to this day, I avoid using “I” to start something. How about you?
“Hmm, how am I?”
Another example is the word for damage to the brain— “Head Injury” instead of “Brain Injury.” A head injury could be where you cut your forehead, a pimple, or even a bad haircut. As opposed to this, brain injury is damage to the brain, as I had.
“How are you?” is a waste of words.
This is a ridiculous question, a waste of breath. People often just say this when they can’t think of something better to say. My typical response to this question is simply to say, “Yes, I am.” And that is all.
Instead of saying, “How are you?” pick something nice to say about the other person and say it enthusiastically. For example, tell them how nicely they are dressed, their hair looks nice, or something positive. This will help you get to know someone faster and better.
Now, think of other things you say and see if your words positively affect your goal. Always limit and control what you utter.WHAT NEW STORIES ARE YOU READY TO WRITE?
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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.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. You 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”
How you think and feel about yourself, including your beliefs and expectations about what is possible, determines everything in your life, and it all derives from your quality of thinking. 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—it is 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.BE POSITIVE!
Positive and inspiring quotes are like beams of 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.
I HOPE THE FOLLOWING WORDS ADD TO YOUR LIFE >>
1. “Be mindful regarding your words.
A string of some that don’t mean much
to you may stick with someone else forever.” -Rachel Wolchin
2. “Be careful with your words.
Once they are said,
they can be only forgiven,
not forgotten.” -Unknown
3. “Words are free.
How you use them may cost you.” -KushandWizdom
4. “Raise your words, not your voice.
Rain grows flowers, not thunder.” -Rumi
5. “The human tongue is a beast that few can master.
It strains constantly to break out of its cage, and if it is not tamed,
it will run wild and cause you grief.” -Unknown
6. “The secret of being boring is to say everything.” -Voltaire
7. “One kind word can change someone’s entire day.” -Unknown
8. “Handle them carefully, for words have more power than atom bombs.” -Pearl Strachan Hurd
9. “Words have energy and power with the ability
to help,
to heal,
to hinder,
to hurt,
to harm,
to humiliate,
and to humble.”
-Yehuda Berg
10. “My task, which I am trying to achieve is, by the power of the written word, to make you hear, to make you feel–it is, before all, to make you see.” -Joseph Conrad
11. “Kind words can be short and easy to speak, but their echoes are truly endless.” -Mother Teresa
12. “The tongue has no bones but is strong enough to break a heart. So be careful with your words.” -Unknown
13. “Be careful what you say.
You can say something hurtful in ten seconds,
but the wounds are still there ten years later.” -Joel Osteen
14. “All I need is a sheet of paper and something to write with,
and then I can turn the world upside down.” -Friedrich Nietzsche
15. “Don’t mix bad words with your bad mood.
You’ll have many opportunities to change your mood.
Still, you’ll never get the opportunity to replace the words you spoke.” -UnknownWHEN YOU IMPROVE THE QUALITY OF YOUR THINKING,
YOU CHANGE YOUR LIFE’S DIFFERENTIA—SOMETIMES INSTANTLY!
COMPOSE A NOBLE BOOK AND WRITE A BEST-SELLER.
YOU ARE AMAZING—PLAY YOUR PART!********************
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 remember what you did last Monday?
Do you remember what you ate for dinner last Sunday?
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.
3/9–A guy came by the house today to talk with us about installing a new shower stall. Eventually, I will do this myself, and it will be as good as they could. I want to rebuild our current bathroom and build a new bathroom off the master bedroom. I’ve changed out the toilet and bath in my old house, so it shouldn’t be too complicated.
Also, a Jehovah’s Witness guy came by. A couple have been here before, and they know I do not believe. He invited me to a program they will have on March 24 at 7:30pm. I think I will go, it might be interesting.
3/10–Today, I made chocolate chip cookies.
I developed this recipe, and they always turn out fabulous.
Make some soon; you will love them.
Chocolate chip cookies
Four sticks butter
One cup sugar
One cup of brown sugar
Two tablespoons Kahlua
Two tablespoons vanilla
Four eggs
Five cups flour
Two teaspoons of baking soda
One teaspoon salt
Four cups of Chocolate Chips
Mix everything entirely
325 for 15 minutes
3/11–Woke at about 2:30 am and could not get back to sleep. This will likely be a tiring and troubling day. Now it is 8:30 am, here I go with this day.
Spring is coming; I had to tend to the gardens today.
Above is Jerusalem Artichokes.
I am waiting for the potatoes to develop eyes and send out roots.
The Amaranth is coming up. It is a lovely red color, very nice.
I have never grown or eaten amaranth before; I love new things.
How about you?
Have you dealt with Amaranth?
3/12–They needed it, so I thoroughly cleaned Beth’s and my van. It’s nice to drive a clean vehicle. How about you, is it time? Are you driving a clean machine?
And, more cleaning. Beth has 11 rabbits now (she once had 30), and they eat a lot. Consequently, they develop a lot of poop. Today was the day to start cleaning up rabbit poop. Halfway done, I hauled five wheelbarrows of poop out.
The poop makes excellent compost for the garden. My sniffer does not work so well, but Beth said there was a foul smell from the rabbit droppings. I am finishing the shed half today and will finish the rest tomorrow.
3/13–As usual, I woke up at about 3 a.m. and went to the computer to write. Writing is a good thing. Over the last few days, I have been writing back and forth with Tom from
https://www.chroniclebooks.com/
He wants to republish my books “Accident” and “Your Brain.” He offered me quite a large sum of money to take over these books. This is great because I want to help as many people as possible with my ideas. As you know, that is why I have written this weekly blog for many years.
I found chroniclebooks.com/, or how they found me, was through Bella Easton. She can help you with any of your publishing needs, and I plan on working with her for all my publishing. Here is Bella,
beaston@independentliteraryagents.com.
In talk, I am discovering this might be a scam, so I am being cautious. Tom at Chronicle Books had offered $400,000 for two of my books. You will find out how things turn out. I will have to read through a future contract very carefully.
3/14–My weekly trip to Costco and a stopover at Geek Squad with minor computer issues was today. I wrote before about sharing a Geek Squad membership. For me, it’s $200 annually. We could each be on the same membership, only a hundred bucks each. Please let me know if you want to join my membership.
I am driving to Baker Creek Park and editing this blog at a picnic table. I love the wilderness; it’s so lovely here. But I do hear traffic noise, which could be more sociable.
3/15–I woke at midnight and could not get back to sleep. Up for the day I am. Now that it is half past noon, tiredness is setting in, but I will keep pushing forward.
Tending to the young plants coming up. They will get bigger and bigger.
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THE GARDEN THIS WEEK
You will find out weekly how does my garden grow.
Above is Zucchini. Things are popping up.
I see carrots, cilantro, lettuce, Strawberries, Spinach, Broccoli, and Amaranth are popping their heads up.
YOUR CHALLENGE FOR THE WEEK
Avoid saying, “How are you?” when you see someone.
This week, pick something nice to say to this person–
and enthusiastically tell them!THIS IS YOUR LIFE — MAKE YOUR LEGACY HAPPEN!
DO SOMETHING NEW–DAILY,
THEN, KEEP DOING IT FOR THE REST OF YOUR LIFE.*******************
NEXT BLOG >>
The subject of the next blog will be Thoughts vs. Actions. You will read about more than just thinking; you must apply yourself and take action. This must occur so often in life—gain ideas to move forward.AND WHAT ARE YOU PLANNING FOR YOUR UPCOMING WEEK?
******************March 15, 2024
