Posted by on Oct 30, 2016 | 19 comments

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Okay, okay, they came BACK.  But that does not preclude my irritation that they LEFT IN THE FIRST PLACE.

Hey, forgive and forget, right?

I am luxuriating in taking over papa’s side of MY bed, basking in sun puddles and in general loving the snuggles and cuddles that come my way (too often, if you ask me–can’t a kitty get some REST around here?).

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Basking.

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Basking II

We are happy, all three of us, to be a family again and to rejoice in the sun that is pouring into every room despite the winter that is on the horizon.

Mama’s fava beans have sprouted and are showing their little green heads, the gardenia looks hefty and the maiden hair ferns indoors are coming back from a total setback a month ago.

Mya’s mama’s cousin sent her these Rules For A Good Life that I am passing on because we loved all of them, especially the one about holding a grudge.  Interesting take on that, no?

Mama has a little trouble with that one.  It’s not a grudge problem exactly, but she’s a Texan and if there is one thing you don’t mess with, it’s a Texan’s friends…and kitty.  But she’s trying, she’s trying.  Every day in every way she’s getting bitter and bitter…er…better.  Just kidding, mama’s quick to forgive, especially ME, haha.  HEY, I should be forgiving THEM, right?

RULES FOR A GOOD Life.
1. It’s time to use the money you saved. Use it and enjoy it. Don’t just keep it for those who may have no notion of the sacrifices you made to get it.  Enjoy the present moment. The sand in the clock may run out at any moment.
2. Stop worrying about the financial situation of your children and grandchildren. You’ve taken care of them
for many years, and you’ve taught them what you could. You gave them an education, food, shelter and support.
The responsibility is now theirs to earn their way.
3. Keep a healthy life with moderate exercise (like walking  every day), eat well and get your sleep.
4. Always buy the best, most beautiful items for your significant other. The key goal is to enjoy your money with
your partner.
5. Don’t stress over the little things. You’ve already overcome so much in your life.
6. Regardless of age, always keep love alive. Love your partner, love life, love your family, love your neighbor,  your surroundings, your country. We are never old as long as  we have intelligence and affection.
7. Be proud, both inside and out. Don’t stop going to your hair salon or barber.  When you are well-maintained on the outside, it seeps in, making you feel proud and strong on the inside.
8. Read newspapers, watch the news. Go online and read what people are saying. Keeping in touch with what is going on and with the people you know is important at any age.
9. Never use the phrase: “In my time.” Your time is now. As long as you’re alive, you are part of this time. You have been younger, but you are still you now, having fun and enjoying life.
10. Don’t abandon your hobbies. If you don’t have any, make new ones. Find something you like and spend some real time having fun with it.
11. If you’ve been offended by others, forgive them. If you’ve offended someone – apologize. Don’t drag resentment around with you.  Someone once said, “Holding a grudge is like taking poison and expecting the other person to die.”
12. If you have a strong belief, savor it.
13. Laugh. Laugh A LOT. Laugh at everything.
14. Take no notice of what others say about you and even less of what they might be thinking.