May 23, 2008
Sharing the Good Stuff
Sometimes we get so overwhelmed with the bad news that we forget that there are good things going on around us all the time. We can’t change the headlines, but we can seek out that which is good, that which is uplifting, that which shines with a positive radiance - the good stuff. I really appreciate it when my readers share the things that make them smile!
If you’ve ever struggled to lose weight, you know it can get discouraging sometimes. Our gal Angie is celebrating a four-pound weight loss this week, bringing her total to 27 pounds in twelve weeks. Way to go, Angie!
Val always keeps her eyes peeled for good news. I was really pleased with her submission this week about a Walgreen’s Distribution Center that is leading the way in providing employment for the disabled. Corporate giants have so much power to do good. It’s wonderful when they take up that challenge.
This week I’ve kept to my committment to make significant progress each day towards de-cluttering my life. I still need maybe one more day of hard labor to have my office organized, so I’m hoping to finish all of that today or tomorrow. I may also tackle the closet in the guest room today. I’ve been using the room for storage and it was a real disgrace, but it’s usable once again for its intended purpose. Last night I cleaned my pantry and I can actually find things in there now!
The really good news is that my friend is finally home. She picked up her girls yesterday, so Lance is a little lonely today, but he’ll perk up this afternooon when he gets his bath. He doesn’t like the bathing process itself, but always goes into high-energy mode afterwards.
What’s making you smile today? Have you checked the back pages of your local paper lately? Do yourself a favor and make it a point to find the good news that never gets the bold headlines. Pick a news source anywhere in the world or something great you’ve found on the web. Better yet, share a heart-warming first-person moment that made you smile. Those little day-to-day moments that make us smile are the stuff of a happy life and worthy of sharing. Here’s your chance to recognize them for what they are and spread a little sunshine in the process. Make sure you send me a link when you’re moved to blog about something good going on. I’ll hook you up the next time we Share Some Good Stuff and then we can all feel a little better about what this world is coming to!
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Posted by skeet @ 10:15 am • current events, Meme
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May 24th, 2008 at 12:15 pm, Laurie Says:
Thank you so much for your donation to my 3-Day. You made my day. *big hugs*
May 24th, 2008 at 12:24 pm, skeet Says:
You’re welcome!
Check out the post I just finished on the Izea blog for another boost.
May 25th, 2008 at 8:19 pm, Whim Says:
I’m glad you are still making progress on the de-cluttering.
May 25th, 2008 at 9:20 pm, skeet Says:
I just completed another post on de-cluttering, Whim, and will have another one before I go to bed tonight. I’m playing catch-up on posts!