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Transcending Thought

The trouble with so many of us is that we underestimate the power of simplicity. We have a tendency it seems to over complicate our lives and forget what’s important and what’s not. We tend to mistake movement for achievement. We tend to focus on activities instead of results. As the pace of life continues to race along in the outside world, we forget that we have the power to control our lives regardless of what’s going on outside.

— Robert Stuberg

Footsteps To Live By

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There are those times that come along,

When things just don't go right,

When fairness seems to slip away,

And wrong things fill our sight.

 

Sometimes it's hard for us to see,

Beyond the hurt we feel.

It's hard to see the blessings too,

And know that they are real.

 

Because the heavy loads you have

Weigh more at times like these,

I ask if I may carry too,

And offer with a "Please."

 

I want to make a difference though,

To bring a smile this day,

And maybe if by writing this,

A smile will come your way.

 

So hold your chin up strong and proud,

Cause it's the thing to do,

And know that I'll be standing near,

Because I AM one with you!

 

~James O'Brien