Wow! The first quarter of 2008 is just about to pass into the history books. In some aspects it has been a wild ride with presidential candidates, rising food and gas prices, massive stock market fluctuations, political scandals, and of course Bear Stearns. But wait, that was just in this month alone wan’t it.
Anyway, spring is bursting forth with new life and bringing with it an energized vigor. I walked out my front door the other morning and was surprised to hear a lone bird singing some kind of song. This is in an area where birds, especially singing birds, are not too plentiful. I went on about my business and returned about four hours later. And guess what? That same lone bird was still singing that same song. When was the last time you sang for 4 hours?
I had a few comments from my Rocking Chair Squeaks earlier in the month that dealt with the Economic Stimulus Rebate and I appreciate that. It would appear that at least some of you followed the links provided. I hope you found this information useful and perhaps it will result in some individuals receiving some money they weren’t expecting.
I recently read this quote from Louis Armstrong, “Musicians don’t retire; they stop when there’s no more music in them.” This appears to be a very fitting statement regarding where my life is today. All of my prior education and working backgrounds have been centered around financial details in the business world. I find myself now being much more appreciative of those who have a more developed creative and artistic background than I do. I find myself in awe at times of the sheer beauty of the great outdoors. That mosaic in itself changes minute by minute and one never knows what is next. Who can’t appreciate the beautiful colors of the setting sun over the Arizona desert or over California’s beaches.
What I am discovering as I research material for my associated web site Rocking-Chair-Wisdom-Life-After-Retirement.com is there are very few places that do not have some kind of magical appeal to someone. Whether you like the desert living of Arizona, the cooler environment of Montana, or the beaches of California, there will be always be something to enjoy.
Let’s always remember that wherever we are in our life, retired or “nearly” retired, there are others always watching us. Even before the advent of You Tube (Only 3+ years old) and camera cell phones, folks were watching us to choose those actions and responses to daily living that they perceived would benefit their individual lives.
Be Positive and think positive thoughts. Enjoy Life and the beauty of your surroundings.
With that I leave you with this link to Diane Maxey Watercolors. I consider Diane and her husband Bill to be good friends of my wife and myself. While the flat images of the computer screen don’t do justice to Diane’s work, I trust you will find Diane’s web site enjoyable. Feel free to browse, purchase a piece of her art, or join one of her workshops. You won’t be dissapointed. My comments are totally unsolicited and I receive no compensation from Diane for this referral. My compensation would be to know that you found her work as enjoyable as I do.
