Five Simple Things (September 22)

Hello.

Here are five things this week.

1. This Apple.

I learned this week that September 15 each year is International Dot Day. It started when Terry Shay introduced his Iowa classroom to Peter H. Reynolds’ book The Dot on September 15, 2009. He started Dot Day to celebrate everyone's creativity, individuality, and art. This apple is my contribution.

In memory of Terry Shay (August 6,1964 - September 28, 2023)

[edited to add Terry Shay's date of death]

2. These Gifts.

We celebrated Jeff's birthday this week on Saturday the sixteenth. He turned 51 and we surprised him with cupcakes, gifts and cards. He had a good day.

3. This Kitty.

Always watching...♥

4. This Window.

I love waking up and seeing the sun. Lately my mental health issues have caused my depression to peak, but having the sun out and going outside to sit in the sun, helps a lot. Just sitting and soaking in some sunshine keeps my depression and PTSD at bay just a little bit, so anytime the sun is out, I try to get at least 30 minutes to an hour of sunshine on my face and body.

5. This Doggie.

He hasn't been feeling his best, but we are giving him all the loves. He turns 15 this year, so we are hoping he gets to feeling better and back to his hyper self. Hardy is a great dog and although we hate that he was abused before us, we are giving him the best life he could have.♥

One last thing:

A quick map key to where foods come from. As you can see from the map, the United States depends a lot on other countries to provide us with the fruits and vegetables we eat daily. Something to think about next November when you cast your vote.

Positive affirmations this week:

The saying stands true, "If it's something that you can't control, don't let it consume you." Things you can't control would include, how other people act, what other people do with their time, how much people make, what people think about you, what others say, etc. If any of those examples bother you, reach out and speak to someone about it. Work on not letting what other people are doing, saying, or feeling affect your day to day life. And also, it is not your job, or your requirement to get people to love you. All your job is, is to put yourself into the world and those that are meant to be for you will find you, and they will absolutely love you for you. But don't forget, to love yourself first.

You can do this! 🌈