Walking off a funk, petting dogs, and not minding new blisters on my toe. My socks are in storage. That is where my life became hung-up; in a storage unit. Time for a huge change! A nice lengthy walk, even with getting lost in the Colorado sunshine does wonders for any funk one might be…
Category: Be Yourself ~ Blend OUT!
There are times in life we will never have full perception of Life. This is where the Grit of life pushes us further to the brink, the edge of our comfort zone and more; the edge of the abyss into what appears to be nothingness. Summon up your Grit, be inquisitive to live periodically on live on your edge, stretch further, this will lead you to greater freedom and confidence. By the by, complacently does not create transformation, it is the internal Grit of yourself.
Connecting with Trust
Never be rude to a first time caller. Or any caller. Learn to #Listen like a Dog. Their attentiveness elevates trust. Trust forms bonds when you care, your reputation will spread quickly. If you don’t have the time to be congenial or in a rush; don’t answer that phone call. If you are rude, you…
Connecting Equals Opportunity
Arrogate: There is a growing Hypocrisy about numbers that we do not speak, yet post loudly! Size does matter!! Let’s get honest, and bespeak truthfully. Connecting, face to face and social media is about numbers, “”Having a relationship” connecting – referring – assisting and more! It is who you know and how many at the same…
Are You Open to Life
HOW MANY DIFFERENT CUISINES DO YOU PERUSE BEFORE GOING OUT TO EAT? Diversity! How many different musics – entertainment – fairs – style of clothing – pottery and dishware have you in your life? Divergence! When out at friends’ party, does anyone have the same outfit on? Deviation! And how diverse are your thoughts from…
Rewire for Success
rewiring means we must think differently! This is not as difficult as it sounds. A contemplation action in a physical action world, might seem contrary to what is necessary. However to rewire is to quiet the body and mind, adapting to different modals. We must have resilience for each outcome, and not make assumptions how…
Hope to Courage
Come to me softly and gently with kindness, Dear Monday As we wake, I looked high and low to find hope. Come to me softly and gently dear Monday. Passing Smiles opens my heart, kindness fills a vacuum. Returning smiles gently as I stroll, I might find courage along the way. Come to me softly and…
Violating Shame of Rape
Rape Speaks loudly of Shame, reliving the violence in fear! These bloodsheds of brutality have been a male rampage for millennials. Women have long been sexually assaulted long before historical writings, before the first alphabet was formed in Egypt 1900 BC. Hypatia, well known Hellenistic Neoplatonist philosopher, astronomer, and mathematician from Alexandria, 370CE a scribe,…
Formula For Life
I wish I had a formula for life. I will share what I do know. Live the best you can through each moment. Through the Joy and Tragic crossroads. We assure ourselves with platitudes, “everything is going to be OK!” The OK factor, is an Unknown; with an “OK” factor, that we wish would have a…
The Power of Vulnerability
“With Delightful Pleasure, I present Balasubramanyam, who graces our website by his written depths of wisdom. Balasubramanyam shares his youthful experiences, resonating as gone by Sages of old prudence and sophistication. In Balasubrahmanyam’s words, do enjoy. The Power of Vulnerability” I was raised in a culture where going near the water was associated with a fear…
Life or Death ~ Choose
Today is a new day ~ make a choice These past 8 eights weeks have been filled with life and death! From death of my Sädé, to my decision to end a mentoring time; this brought heartache to a lovely lady. There is a time when those we care for, must stand on their feet,…
SunLight! by Balasubramanyam
Life Lessons Learnt From My Dog #WednesDogDay – with Balasubramanyam! A most wondrous Gentleman I met about a year ago. He seldom publishes, and when he does, Joy ~ Tears ~ Learning ~ Happiness ~ Hearts Open and so much more begin to unravel. I am truly beyond words to share his wisdom with the…
Rebirth by Upalparna
Upalparna writes from India. It is a great pleasure to feature a beautiful writer in Upalparna! Her words dive deep into the hearts of individuals; touching forgotten recesses of Life and Death. No matter the subjects’ difficulty, Upalparna brings tenderness along with a different view of each subject. In Upalparna’s words – with pleasure I…
Sädé R.I.P.
The unexpected flavors of grief! This was the most difficult article to write, it has taken me six weeks I do not wish to hear “I am sorry.” No one understands a person’s personal grieving. Grief is too intimate. Worse are those who immediately take away from the grieving person, with their own grueling stories. Listen…
April 5th A Diamond!
I am astounded!! April 5th meant, this was Bette Davis’ birthday and mine! The Diamond is the Birth Stone of April and Diamonds come in an array of colours! Ruby, Yellow, Pink, Black as shown here, and more. The Black Diamond How diamonds are cut and polished can be broken down into five steps: planning, cleaving, bruting, polishing…
Majic of Spring
spring comes alive with nature all around us I am mesmerized by nature and for the most part have nothing to say except; Watch everything around you. Irises dancing in water Hummingbirds flutter in sprinklers and around orange and red flowers Springtime brings new hope after death may have torn us into deep grief….
The Gift Of Four Legged Angels By Upalparna
Upalparna writes from India of her Devoted Love for Dogs! She teaches us continually the Loyalties and Love from our Four Legged Ambassadors, the richness of life: An Emissary of Acceptance! In Upalparna’s words….. Let me start from yesterday. I walked down a lane, once visited regularly. A lane that led to the previous publication…
The Remarkable Dog!!
How many times have you heard someone say: Dogs are Loyal to the end, I miss his warm Eyes – I love Puppy Breath – My dog loved me unconditionally, that is all I have ever felt from my boy! My dog accepts me for who I am – I am damaged goods; she loves and…
The Scorned Woman by Upalparna
We Welcome once again, the benedictions summoned from Upalparna are spoken in gallantry of courage. Upalparna has graced “MicheleElys Writes” with her depths of life, both in English and Bengali. Do savoure her words, drink the elegance of champagne, slowly as the meaning reaches into your depths. The Scorned Woman In my childhood,…
TRANSFORMATION
All of Nature cycles each year including the Antarctic and North Poles naturally;Transformation. For Humans, we are comprised of two completely different cells that conjoin together, become an embryo, grow within a body, once born our bodies develop naturally. But something happens in the Transformation, we are taught Fear, Not to Listen to Natural Instincts, and…
REGRETS!
I wish I could write when my brain is half asleep and filled with wondrous ideas and explanations, with every example worded perfectly accompanied by exquisite photos. Alas, I am human and subject to the humbleness of “Regrets.” Regrets are indeed a great life lesson for they never leave our side, they are a…
