From the Desk of Pennwell Gray
Daily thoughts. Points to ponder. Soulful reflections. The Musings of E.M. Murphy.
As I woke to greet another day, my foggy mind reflected immediately upon how fortunate we are.
No bombs. No gun shots. No buildings burning to the ground. No immediate fear for our lives, wondering where we will go or most importantly – will we live to have another moment.
Continue reading “Where are our priorities?”Thank you to all of the men and women in law enforcement – and the families who support them, and also sacrifice – who keep us safe. We back the blue.
When you arise in the morning, think of what a precious privilege it is to be alive – to breathe, to think, to enjoy, to love. – Marcus Aurelius
Christmas doesn’t look the same for everyone.
Thank you to the firefighters, police officers, doctors, nurses, paramedics and EMTs – and their families – who sacrifice 24/7 to be there for us.
As I scurry about, preparing for Christmas Eve, the time when my immediate family celebrates the Christmas holiday, I hold such gratitude in my heart.
And to each of you who follow my blog, making the time to read blog posts and articles – thank you.
I can only hope that something you read touched your heart, opened your mind or inspired change.
If nothing else, may it have made some difference, in some way, in your life.
I count each of you as one of the many blessings in my life.
May the magic of Christmas be with you always.
“I am happy because I’m grateful. I choose to be grateful. That gratitude allows me to be happy.” – Will Arnett
“Be grateful in your own hearts. That suffices. Thanksgiving has wings, and flies to its right destination.” – Victor Hugo
Happy Thanksgiving to my U.S. friends and Americans abroad.
As I wrap up preparations for tomorrow’s – well, now today’s given the hour – Thanksgiving celebration, I am flooded with wonderful memories from my childhood.
My grandmother would rise at 3AM to put the turkey in the oven. I don’t think I should say ‘rise’, because I’m not sure she ever slept. I’d inherited her ability to get an hour or two of sleep and function at full capacity, but sadly outgrew it.
Continue reading “Thanksgiving eve.”“When you arise in the morning give thanks for the food and for the joy of living. If you see no reason for giving thanks, the fault lies only in yourself.” – Tecumseh
