Make Someone Happy

"Happy Azaleas" photo by Pheralyn Dove

What will you do to

make this world a better place

for someone today?

I fully realize it’s not always about me. (Although I must admit sometimes I do get caught up.) But today I am in a good place, in a zone where I am conscious of wanting to make a difference. So I thought of three random acts of kindness I will commit to performing today that are outside my normal daily routine of activities: (1) write a beautiful note to someone for no particular reason and drop it in the mail. (2) call an old friend just to say hello. (3) make a donation to one of my favorite nonprofit organizations. There. I’ve written it down. So I must be accountable. I feel so grateful I am inspired to outflow an extra measure of kindness today. What about you?

Asante Sana. Peace and Blessings Always.

“Happy Birthday Shenneth!”

Birthday Blessings to

my daughter who is always

an inspiration.

“Hang in There Baby, Friday’s (always) Coming”

"Faith" photo by Shenneth Dove-Morse

When you find yourself

in the throes of the abyss,

breathe and say a prayer.

“Go Ahead and Free Yourself”

"It's a new day in Overbrook" photo by Pheralyn Dove

Cut your own shackles.
Be your own rescue. Know that
you can free yourself.

"Do You"

 

"Ducks Floating Down the Stream" photo by Pheralyn Dove

Take time for yourself.

Find your personal freedom.

Unleash your power.

Ever feel out of sorts, unfocused? Ever get that feeling like you’re wandering around aimlessly, lost in the wilderness? I do. Sometimes I am absolutely overwhelmed from all the activities and responsibilities in my life. I rush to get my day started and keep pushing until finally, exhausted, I collapse at the end of the day, only to realize I barely took enough time to get my prayers in, let alone meditate, exercise, eat right or engage in my creative passions. Busy does not always mean productive.

When this happens, when I catch myself being all caught up, I know it’s time for a walk in nature, a jog around the track, some fresh leafy greens and more than a few meaningful moments in prayer, gratitude and meditation. Once I take care of myself in this personal way, I am ready to face the world. I can tackle the tasks at hand and discipline myself properly so there is time enough to “get it all in.” Once I am restored, I can be loving, giving and responsible, not only to myself, but to others as well. These precious moments of purposeful, intentional solitude put me at the seat of my most powerful self. What about you? Have you taken time for yourself lately?

Asante Sana. Peace and Blessings Always.

“Live, Laugh, Love”

"Produce Stand at Eastern Market" photo by Pheralyn Dove

Only Today. We

only have today to live,

to laugh and to love.

Asante Sana. Peace and Blessings Always.

Instruction Manual

"Morning Lilies" Photo by Pheralyn Dove

Seek Love. Find love. Seek

peace. Find peace. Seek freedom. Find

freedom. Take wings. Fly.