One Back

     It’s time for classes and schoolwork for many of us.  As summer winds down I look forward to new opportunities, and cooler days!  There is much need in the world, and many people helping people.  With the housing crunch and mortgage problems, many people are struggling to keep their homes and refinance mortgages.  Finally Congress is talking about the issues in detail, and may consider relaxing some of th bankruptcy requirements to help prevent foreclosure in some cases.  Lenders are working with clients more than ever before, but consumers must be careful who they work with- there are some shady companies out there who will take advantage of people unfortunately.  But there is always opportunity, even though it may not look like it.  I think it’s important to cultivate a “mindset of abundance.”  What do I mean?  In so many areas of our life we can be grateful for what we have.  Abundance is just a word, but for me it means many things… health and well-being, getting up in the morning to a new day, the time spent with children, family and friends.  It doesn’t necessarily mean money, but I believe appreciation and abundance go hand-in-hand.  With time and appreciation for what we do have, our attitudes begin to change.  We embrace change and opportunity more than looking for problems.  We see new opportunities in our lives and are prepared to move with them, to accept them, to change and improve something we want to do differently.  And I believe that example and attitude is seen by others.  As we grow and develop faith and confidence in our ability to direct our lives, we can give to others in many ways.  A smile, a friendly conversation, insight about a problem, a few hours working with the elderly or a volunteer center, or a recommendation to help someone move in a new direction… all of these things are not necessarily based on financial resources.  But with time, we may be in a position to help financially as well.   One day at a time… and then it’s our time to give one back.  Have a great day!

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