Positive Qualities – Risible & Soulful

It’s what you do that makes your soul. — Animal Dreams, Barbara Kingsolver (1955-) Author Adding a Risible quality to your repertoire greatly increases the depth and breadth of your soul creation. Your unique Soulful nature is a key ingredient in your attraction to others. Peace, Jim             RISIBLE Definitions: (1) able or inclined to … Read more

Positive Qualities – Splendid & Durable

Dear Folks, As the twig is bent, so grows the tree. — Animal Dreams, Barbara Kingsolver (1955-) Author Decide what is Splendid and of supreme value. Then hold on to it with Durable stubbornness. These values will then become the solid foundation in your ever changing life experiences. Peace, Jim             SPLENDID Definitions: (1) inspiringly … Read more

The Unfaithful Stewards

As Sir Edmond Burke once observed, this country’s founders were always ready to “snuff out the approach of tyranny with every tainted brief.” And yet, it seems we are now resigned to live subject to the vast, multi-layered, and robust surveillance infrastructure that is the envy of every totalitarian regime? We can no longer trust … Read more

Attracting Hummingbirds

These hummingbird favorites are easy to plant and they will animate your garden in the most delightful way. Agastache: Quickly becoming a summer favorite, this perennial has fragrant foliage and spiky flowers of pink, purple, blue, red and orange. Hollyhock: Plant these and you’ll have sensational spires of flowers. A classic cottage garden plant that’s very easy … Read more

Positive Qualities – Special & Straightforward

Dear Folks, John Wooden’s Pyramid of Success (1910 – 2010) American Basketball Coach • 6th Level : Industrious; Friendship; Loyalty; Cooperation; Enthusiasm • 5th Level : Self-control; Alertness; Initiative; Intentness • 4th Level : Conditioning; Skill; Team Spirit • 3rd Level : Poise; Confidence • 2nd Level : Faith; Competitive Greatness; Patience • 1st Level … Read more

Positive Qualities – High-spirited & Matter-of-fact

Dear Folks, We focus on those things that support our reality. — Morgan Leigh There are many aspects of a balanced personality. If one is naturally (or temporarily) High-spirited, a grounding element would be advisable. Being Matter-of-fact would do nicely. Peace, Jim             HIGH‑SPIRITED Definition: full of natural fire; vivacious; boldly courageous; noble; mettlesome             … Read more