RANDOM QUOTE

" Happiness is when what you think, what you say, and what you do are in harmony." ~ Mohandas K. Gandhi




Thursday, November 18, 2010

Words…

When I started writing this post I wanted to write about the words we use to express ourselves.  Words are important.  Words have meaning.  It seems so obvious but how often do we throw around words that aren’t accurate and can cause pain or panic or anxiety.  People toss out words like ‘devastating’ or ‘catastrophic’ or even ‘always’ and ‘never’ and they just aren’t accurate.  When you speak, choose your words carefully.  Ask yourself – is this really what I am trying to convey?  It can make all the difference between a positive interaction and confusion.

I did have some great examples but then decided to forgo them for a website I found which is also about words.  Save the Words

It is all about saving the words that are phasing out of the English language.  It amused me so I thought I’d do my part to save a word.

I am saving the word “starify”.  I don’t know if it is a real word or not but why not use it whenever I can.  It had something to do with decorating using stars.  I can use it in sentences such as “After the age of 10, it is probably not a good idea to starify your bedroom.”  Or “The Fourth of July is a great day to starify your shirt.”  I’m sure I’ll get everyone saying it soon.

Have Fun and Hang in There!

Wednesday, November 10, 2010

Veterans Day

Thursday, November 11th is Veterans Day in the United States. 

Obviously, people have different views but I am appreciative of all those who served this country.  Service is noble and honorable and worthy of praise.

If you are a veteran there are resources and services available to you.  Wherever you live in the US there should a Veteran’s Service Officer who can assist you with obtaining benefits and assistance.  Don’t hesitate to ask.

Veterans Administration  or do an internet search “county veterans service officer”

Another organization, Give an Hour offers mental health counseling for free to individuals who served in Iraq and Afghanistan – and their families with mental health needs.  This is a free service and licensed therapists donate their time to assist military and their families.

Obtaining mental health is assistance is not a sign of weakness but a sign of strength.  Events from 40 years ago can creep up on you and contribute to feelings and behaviors right now.  If you believe talking to someone may help or even if you think that it probably won’t help but you are willing to try, take that chance and find a therapist.

The last of my ramblings is to recommend a book Tears of a Warrior: A Family's Story of Combat by Janet and Anthony Seahorn.   This book is easy to read and seems beneficial for Veterans, those who love them and even clinicians who treat them, it talks about the long term effects of PTSD.

To all Veterans – Thank You for your service. 

(And of course below are the quotes I can’t help but add.)

“We often take for granted the very things that most deserve our gratitude.” 
~Cynthia Ozick
America's veterans embody the ideals upon which America was founded more than 229 years ago.”
~Steve Buyer
"In war, there are no unwounded soldiers." ~Jose Narosky

Thursday, November 4, 2010

Do your part to stop bullying.

Speak up against bullying. Pass on to adolescents and children that it does get better. They are not alone.

It may be Kermit the Frog but he says what needs to be said.



Kermit The Frog's "It Gets Better" Video