And it's alright . . .

When it comes down to 'brass-tacks' as my dad used to say, we all have a pretty good life.

The song Alright sung by Darius Rucker reminds us that most of us have everything we need.

Enjoy - Anita Mordue

Alright

Alright, Alright

Yeah it's alright, alright

Don't need no five star reservations

I've got spaghetti and a cheap bottle of wine

Don't need no concert in the city

I've got a stereo and the best of Patsy Cline

Ain't got no caviar no Dom Perignon

But as far as I can see, I've got everything I want

Cause I've got a roof over my head,

the woman I love laying in my bed

And it's alright, alright

I've got shoes under my feet

Forever in her eyes staring back at me

And it's alright, alright

And I've got all I need

And it's alright by me

Maybe later on we'll walk down to the river

Lay on a blanket and stare up at the moon

It may not be no French Riviera

But it's all the same to me as long as I've got you

It may be a simple life, but that's okay

If you ask me baby, I think I've got it made

Cause I've got a roof over my head,

the woman I love laying in my bed

And it's alright, alright

I've got shoes under my feet

Forever in her eyes staring back at me

And it's alright, alright

And I've got all I need

And it's alright by me

It's alright by me, yeah yeah

When I lay down at night I thank the Lord above

For giving me everything I ever could dream of

Cause I've got a roof over my head,

the woman I love laying in my bed

And it's alright, alright, alright, alright

I've got shoes under my feet

Forever in her eyes staring back at me

And it's alright, alright, alright

And I've got all I need, yeah

I've got all I need

And it's alright by me

Oh yeah, it's alright by me

Song written by: Frank Rogers and Darius Rucker

Alright sung by Darius Rucker

Three for Thursday . . .

I believe these speak for themselves – Namaste ~ Anita Mordue

Dog Diary and Cat Diary from:    Dogs and Cats Two Different Points of View . . .

A big thank you to Ajay Kapoor for sharing:  If a Dog Were Your Teacher

DOG DIARY

8:00 AM - Dog food! My favorite thing!

9:30 AM - A car ride! My favorite thing!

9:40 AM - A walk in the park! My favorite thing!

10:30 AM - Got rubbed and petted! My favorite thing!

12:00 PM - Lunch! My favorite thing!

1:00 PM - Played in the yard! My favorite thing!

3:00 PM - Wagged my tail! My favorite thing!

5:00 PM - Milk bones! My favorite thing!

7:00 PM - Got to play ball! My favorite thing!

8:00 PM - Wow! Watched TV with the people! My favorite thing!

11:00 PM - Sleeping on the bed! My favorite thing!

Author Unknown

CAT DIARY

Day 983 of my captivity!

My captors continue to taunt me with bizarre little dangling objects. They dine lavishly on fresh meat, while the other inmates and I are fed hash or some sort of dry nuggets. Although I make my contempt for the rations perfectly clear, I nevertheless must eat something in order to keep up my strength. The only thing that keeps me going is my dream of escape.

In an attempt to disgust them, I once again vomit on the carpet. Today I decapitated a mouse and dropped its headless body at their feet. I had hoped this would strike fear into their hearts, since it clearly demonstrates what I am capable of. However, they merely made condescending comments about what a 'good little hunter' I am. The sick bastards!

There was some sort of assembly of their accomplices tonight. I was placed in solitary confinement for the duration of the event. However, I could hear the noises and smell the food. I overheard that my confinement was due to the power of 'allergies'. I must learn what this means, and how to use it to my advantage.

Today I was almost successful in an attempt to assassinate one of my tormentors by weaving around his feet as he was walking. I must try this again tomorrow - but at the top of the stairs.

I am convinced that the other prisoners here are flunkies and snitches. The dog receives special privileges. He is regularly released - and seems to be more than willing to return. He obviously has issues.

Author Unknown

If a dog were your teacher These are some of the lessons you might learn...

When loved ones come home, always run to greet them

Never pass up the opportunity to go for a joyride

Allow the experience of fresh air and the wind in your face

to be pure ecstasy

When it's in your best interest

practice obedience

Let others know when they've invaded your territory

Take naps and stretch before rising

Run romp and play daily

Thrive on attention and let people touch you

Avoid biting, when a simple growl will do

On warm days stop to lie on your back on the grass

On hot days drink lots of water and lay under a shady tree

When you're happy dance around and wag your entire body

No matter how often you're scolded

don't buy into the guilt thing and pout

run right back and make friends

Delight in the simple joy of a long walk

Eat with gusto and enthusiasm

Stop when you have had enough

Be loyal

Never pretend to be something you're not

If what you want lies buried

dig until you find it

When someone is having a bad day

be silent .....

...sit close by.

...and nuzzle them gently.

Author Unknown 

. . . receipe for a happy, loving and fulfilling life . . .

They say hind-sight is always 20/20 -

I believe this piece of work (if taken to heart and followed),
gives us an opportunity to not necessarily have the need to regret some of our actions.
This just might be the perfect recipe for a happy, loving and fulfilling life.
Thank you to Ajay Kapoor for sharing.
Namaste ~ Anita Mordue

Desiderata

Go placidly amid the noise and haste, and remember what peace there may be in silence. As far as possible, without surrender, be on good terms with all persons. Speak your truth quietly and clearly; and listen to others, even to the dull and the ignorant, they too have their story.

Avoid loud and aggressive persons, they are vexations to the spirit.

If you compare yourself with others, you may become vain and bitter; for always there will be greater and lesser persons than yourself.

Enjoy your achievements as well as your plans. Keep interested in your own career, however humble; it is a real possession in the changing fortunes of time. Exercise caution in your business affairs, for the world is full of trickery. But let this not blind you to what virtue there is; many persons strive for high ideals, and everywhere life is full of heroism.

Be yourself. Especially, do not feign affection. Neither be cynical about love, for in the face of all aridity and disenchantment it is perennial as the grass. Take kindly to the counsel of the years, gracefully surrendering the things of youth.

Nurture strength of spirit to shield you in sudden misfortune. But do not distress yourself with imaginings. Many fears are born of fatigue and loneliness. Beyond a wholesome discipline, be gentle with yourself. You are a child of the universe, no less than the trees and the stars; you have a right to be here. And whether or not it is clear to you, no doubt the universe is unfolding as it should.

Therefore be at peace with God, whatever you conceive Him to be, and whatever your labors and aspirations, in the noisy confusion of life, keep peace in your soul.

With all its sham, drudgery and broken dreams, it is still a beautiful world.

Be cheerful. Strive to be happy.

By Max Ehrmann

Just think about it - what are the 'Wonders of the World' to you?

Junior high school students in Chicago were

studying the Seven Wonders of the World. At

the end of the lesson, the students were asked

to list what they considered to be the Seven

Wonders of the World.

Though there was some

disagreement, the following received the

most votes:

1. Egypt's Great Pyramids

2. The Taj Mahal in India

3. The Grand Canyon in Arizona

4. The Panama Canal

5. The Empire State Building

6. St. Peter's Basilica

7. China's Great Wall

 

While gathering the votes, the teacher noted that one student, a quiet girl, hadn't turned in her paper yet. So she asked the girl if she was having trouble with her list. The quiet girl replied, "Yes, a little. I couldn't quite make up my mind because there were so many." The teacher said, "Well, tell us what you have, and maybe we can help."

 

The girl hesitated, then read, 'I think the Seven Wonders of the World are:

1. to touch...

2. to taste...

3. to see...

4. to hear... (She hesitated a little, and then added...)

5. to feel...

6. to laugh...

7. and to love.'

The room was so quiet, you could have heard a pin drop.

 

May this story serve as a gentle reminder to all of us that the things we overlook as simple and ordinary are often the most wonderful - and we don't have to travel anywhere special to experience them.

May you begin to learn to be thankful of and enjoy the wonderous gifts you have been given and make this your best day yet!

Namaste ~ Anita Mordue