tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1324563142240994232.post5680113410888153797..comments2024-01-28T06:23:55.192-05:00Comments on Lust In Time: A Perspective with a ViewKristi Cookhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02369818655242695351noreply@blogger.comBlogger5125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1324563142240994232.post-65509441867527127702008-12-29T16:48:00.000-05:002008-12-29T16:48:00.000-05:00you know Jane you bring up a valid point, that of ...you know Jane you bring up a valid point, that of taking care of yourself as well.<BR/><BR/>I think we all forget in the hubub of things to take time to rejuvenate. So often , as women, we sometimes see that being kind tyo yourself thing as selfish, but its not. its important to be kind to yourself as well as others.<BR/><BR/>and thats not just the holidays , but everyday.<BR/><BR/>good thought!<BR/>AmandaAmanda McIntyrehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06301921471998752645noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1324563142240994232.post-63977224500652697082008-12-29T16:05:00.000-05:002008-12-29T16:05:00.000-05:00Great post. I don't do yoga, but I think I should...Great post. I don't do yoga, but I think I should start. Every year I try to catch the 24 hour marathon of "A Christmas Story." This year I only caught a few scenes. It's stressful shopping for others, so I try to buy myself a little something and it lifts my spirits. I also been tempted to try those massage chairs in the mall. Happy New Year.Janehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13040629694490652973noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1324563142240994232.post-50990829614638348422008-12-28T23:18:00.000-05:002008-12-28T23:18:00.000-05:00I have tried yoga, and when I can be alone without...I have tried yoga, and when I can be alone without cats, dogs and people around it almost works! LOL<BR/><BR/>My wonderful hubby gave me a wonderful gift this year. Noise-reducing earbuds.<BR/><BR/>they block out the extraneous sounds. That and unplugging my phone has helped immensely as of late, in getting through edits;)<BR/><BR/>I trust that Lord CM will be offering up his litany of New Years resolutions this week. I can't wait to see those!<BR/><BR/>And there is still time to share how YOU de-stress. Really, inquiring minds want to know!!<BR/><BR/>AmandaAmanda McIntyrehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06301921471998752645noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1324563142240994232.post-35333566767978968872008-12-25T01:03:00.000-05:002008-12-25T01:03:00.000-05:00Thank you for the lovely post, Amanda! I think th...Thank you for the lovely post, Amanda! I think that reminding myself of how blessed I am helps me to regain perspective--it's easy to get caught up with the little things that are so very urgent when in reality, only a few things/people are truly dear and critical. Spending time with those very dear people and things also helps keep them front and center, especially this time of year :) I don't do yoga, but I find that taking a walk helps clear my head, and praying (or meditating) can also really help refocus my thoughts.<BR/><BR/>Wishing all of you a warm and joyful Christmas or other celebrations this season!Fedorahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10879033776125666713noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1324563142240994232.post-10624227155552440152008-12-23T10:56:00.000-05:002008-12-23T10:56:00.000-05:00A powerful and uplifting post, Amanda!Perspective ...A powerful and uplifting post, Amanda!<BR/>Perspective is something I must remind myself of~daily. I tend to throw myself pity parties that leave me feeling small and petulant. I hate feeling unhappy, or sad, or spiteful. So, last year I decided to change my outlook.<BR/>This past year I've decided not to worry about the housework (if visitors are truly there to see me and my family they will not care if the place is spotless or not, if they do, then I have decided I do not want their sort in my life)<BR/>I have learned to be happy with less, and in truth, it has made me much happier then I was before because the stress of acquiring, and paying for such luxuries is no longer there.<BR/>I try to remember that I have health, a good family who also enjoys health and happiness. I have excellent friends, and have made new ones this year.<BR/>I try to remember that I am doing a job that I have always dreamed of doing~writing.<BR/>Not every day is what I want it to be, but the harder I try, the more it is happening, and the happier and freer I feel.<BR/>With this economy, I believe that more and more of us will be putting things into perspective, and learning to be happier with less, perhaps even learning what it means to be happy for the first time, because, lets face it, material items do not bring happiness, it comes from within.<BR/><BR/>When I feel a disconnect, or stress, I usually stare out the window at the moon. It grounds me, and as a moon child (Cancer) it re-engerizes me and I feel a measure of peace and tranquility and a reconnection to my more positive way of thinking.<BR/>It all sounds so very new age, and maybe it is, but since I've decided to not place importance on material possessions, I've turned to other areas of life that bring just as much happiness and gratification. It is, as you say, all a matter of perspective, and as persepective is a personal thing, then everyone will have different outlooks, which makes us uniquely human.<BR/><BR/>Happy holidays to all of our readers. May peace, health, and happiness be yours this season and through 2009!Charlotte Featherstonehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13785725026005235430noreply@blogger.com