Being yourself in your mid-forties can be an adventure. Some folks my age are having a mid-life crisis but I don’t think I am. Knowing who you are and being yourself I think can help you navigate life better. Some of us in our forties are still finding out what life is about and welcoming the changes. I think fear, like anything can drive people to do things that are not healthy or wise.
One word of advice for folks my age I have is to learn new things, do things differently every once and awhile and have fun. Get to know younger people who can help you stay current on what’s up in the here and now. Building bridges generationally can be fun. Have fun though being the age you are. Of course taking care of yourself is helpful too. Mid-life is different for everyone but I hope it comes later for you because you plan to live a long time.
I love my Muslim friends and fellow bloggers. They help me see the world in a different way. While in college I was friends with several who lived in my dorm. I think the phobia they face is unfair and unkind. Yes there are a few bad apples in the bunch like there are people of all faiths and walks of life. I appreciate their contributions to global culture and commitment to the service of mankind.
It’s time to wage peace with each other with the same fierceness as we do war. Love thy neighbors as we love ourselves.
May each of us today be calm in the face of uncertainty, chaos and fear. Let cooler head prevail in situations around the world. No matter what storms you may be facing I hope you weather them the best way you know how to. Everyone I hope for grace, peace and love for each of you today.
I thank each of you who are checking this blog out from all around the globe. No matter where you are I appreciate your interest. Thanks for opening my eyes to the place where you call home. Blogging can be a great way to explore the world. We are very much alike and different at the same time. Sharing ideas and cultures is what makes this whole thing special. I hope that free speech will be available to everyone one day. Our ideals say something about us and where we come from influences that.
Keep on blogging my friends and rock the world with your posts.
My friends I am a religious/spiritual person. I do go to a great church on Sundays and try to live the best life I can with God’s help. Granted I am not perfect and I don’t think I am better than anyone else because of my faith. I get comfort and clarity and company from being in fellowship with other believers. It also helps me be a more open and loving person in my life.
I hope you know I am a kind person and know I respect others for being observant to the belief system that makes most sense for them. There are also folks who choose no faith which is as personal a decision as anything else. This is just one part of who I am among the other fun stuff you see in my posts.
Keep my chin up, my mug full of coffee, and have a day-by-day perspective.
I agree with this. Doing these things can help one get through the day. It’s a simple thing to keep ones chin up, have a mug full of coffee and live life in the moment. This is pretty good stuff!
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