As 2008 draws to a close -
I have to wonder, where the time goes.
So much was done;
yet there is more to do...
Setting goals, and to them be true.
I will publish a new book, and move to a new home -
My King shall sit upon his new throne.
Two thousand eight was a year of ups and downs;
Spectars in the dark and daylight dancing clowns.
Welcome New Year, I look forward to greeting you.
I know you'll be even more awesome too.
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Trina L.C. Sonnenberg
A Simple Time
Trina L.C. Sonnenberg
Here we sit, just like we were kids, only with bigger bodies, watchin' 'Daniel Boone' on TV. It's moments like this that make life such a gift. I accept this gift, cherish it and find tremendous joy in sharing it.
Daniel Boone always seemed to do the right thing for the right reasons. He was not prone to impulsivity; a true American Hero. Too bad they don't make TV shows like this anymore. Values and morality have lost ground to pastel fantasy. Very sad indeed. Thank God for re-runs and syndication!
Sitting here, watching, admittedly with one eye... I can remember being a young girl, perhaps my son's age (11), watching, 'Daniel Boone'. He was an idol of sorts; you might even say that I had a bit of a crush on him. I admired the way he got things done. He was one of the good guys.
Interestingly enough, my husband reminds me an awful lot of Daniel Boone. It makes me wonder just how much a television character impacted my perception of my perfect mate.
Lucky for me such a man exists, loves me and sits here watchin' 'Daniel Boone' with me.
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Good Vibrations
Trina L.C. Sonnenberg
Being the luckiest woman alive is no small matter. There are plenty of women out there who have more tangible possessions than I, more education, or higher position; but are they grateful for it? Or, do they take it for granted? Have the trappings of their lives trapped them into complacency?
I am grateful for all that I have and have learned to take nothing for granted. I have come to appreciate everything in my life, good or bad. In fact, some of the bad has brought me more good. I'll expand on that in a moment, but first I'd like to say this: Success is not measured by what you have, but rather what you give. What matters is not how much you are loved by others, what matters is how much love you give to others. Everything you give returns to you multiplied. Think of this... When you smile at someone, don't they usually smile back?
Now, on to the bad bringing forth good...
Recently, I've been going through some personal challenges that have had plenty of negative affects; however, those challenges also brought to me a great deal of wonderful experiences as well. I reached out for help and received so very much. I'm not talking dollars and cents here, but love and kindness. I've met some awesome people who have showered me with encouragement and support. I have made many new friendships as a result of my hardships; therefore I am grateful for the challenges.
In going through the experience of almost losing everything, I learned to appreciate what I have. All of what I have. I sat down and began writing a gratitude list each morning, to take inventory of what I have, without thinking about what I do not have. As the list grew, I felt a little foolish for feeling sorry for myself for things like, the fact that my husband drives a 30 year old truck, or having to share a single bathroom with three other people. I am happy to have that single bathroom, and would gladly shared it with the whole town if necessary. I am happy to have that old work horse of a truck (it's paid for). I am grateful for the warm bed I sleep in and the man I wake up with each day. I am grateful that my eyes open every morning.
I have also had to remind myself that there are many who would love to trade places with me; those who have less than I.
I am the luckiest woman alive and that is an accomplishment to be proud of. I didn't get here on my own, but damn it! I'm here. And I love each and every person who has touched my life in any way, no matter how great or small.
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Time
Trina L.C. Sonnenberg
Youth is but a state of mind.
Age is but chronology.
Appearances may be deceiving....
providing nary a sign,
except perhaps in philosophy;
another facet of mind.
The mechanism will suffer wear;
it may run at a slower pace...
If given proper maintenance and care,
it'll not show on the face.
The clock will continue to tick,
so how will you use the time?
Will you spend it lonely and sick?
Or, celebrating each day, past joy, and each new mountain to climb?
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