Posted November 3, 2018 in Sacred Stories

From Grief to Serenity

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On Thursday, she had to put down her beloved dog.

Half-heartedly, on Friday she went to a conference previously committed to that she had missed the first day of.

The first panel she attended was titled, “From Grief to Serenity”!

On Joy and Sorrow Kahlil Gibran Your joy is your sorrow […]

Posted October 31, 2018 in Wholesome Thoughts

Halloween Luck

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I am not sure who said it, but it is perfect for today, “When black cats prowl and pumpkins gleam, may luck be yours on Halloween.”

Have something sweet to share? Send email to debra@scs-matters.com, or from within the continental U.S. phone or text (269) 921-2217.

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Posted October 27, 2018 in Sacred Stories

XM Radio

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She had had a song in her head but all she had was the melody so she could not Google any of the lyrics.

While she was changing stations on XM radio, the song came on!

“Only the Young” by Journey….

Chorus Only the young can say They’re free to fly away Sharing […]

Posted October 24, 2018 in Wholesome Thoughts

Work Ethic

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Our deep respect for the land and its harvest is the legacy of generations of farmers who put food on our tables, preserved our landscape, and inspired us with a powerful work ethic. So says James H. Douglas, Jr.

Work ethic includes self-care, as well as care for the planet. Keep in touch […]

Posted October 20, 2018 in Sacred Stories

Fireworks!

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They were at the 4th of July Fireworks, and she was sharing with a friend what was happening with her dad’s passing just a year ago.

Suddenly, the display was first a heart, and then a smiley face.

“Those were just for us!” she breathed.

These are sacred […]

Posted October 17, 2018 in Wholesome Thoughts

Your Smile

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Thich Nhat Hanh says, “Because of your smile, you make life more beautiful.”

Please encourage others to smile too. In fact, send a smile by email to debra@scs-matters.com, or from within the continental U.S. phone or text (269) 921-2217.

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Posted October 13, 2018 in Sacred Stories

Tri-fold Photo Frame

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They were dealing with the loss of their infant daughter differently. He was living with his other two children. She was living with all three.

He purchased a bi-fold picture frame and put a picture of the two children in it.

Her first thought was, “Where’s our other daughter?” but she […]

Posted October 10, 2018 in Wholesome Thoughts

Contemplation

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Meister Eckhart said, “What we plant in the soil of contemplation, we shall reap in the harvest of action.”

If you are new to contemplation practices, send email to debra@scs-matters.com, or from within the continental U.S. phone or text (269) 921-2217.

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Posted October 6, 2018 in Sacred Stories

Crossroads

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When she got into her car “Crossroads” was playing on the radio. It was one of her son’s favorite songs.

See you at the crossroads, crossroads, crossroads So you won’t be lonely See you at the crossroads, crossroads, crossroads So you won’t be lonely See you at the crossroads, crossroads So you […]

Posted October 3, 2018 in Wholesome Thoughts

Most Beautiful

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The best and most beautiful things in the world cannot be seen or even touched – they must be felt with the heart. It is especially significant that Helen Keller said this. (After having published this, I discovered the saying in “The Little Prince.”)

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