Author: buttercup1949
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DIFFERENT EVERY DAY
The beach where I live is mostly full of pebbles, but every so often after a strong tide (and maybe even a storm) the pull of the waves reveal that we do have a sandy beach as well. It changes every time, yet most days the change is so subtle it is hardly noticeable. That…
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THE LITTLE ONES
My apartment building is right next to a family leisure centre and swimming pool and it is such a delight to see parents and children making use of these facilities, both after school and during school holidays. One of the most beautiful things I see is how many Dads are so fully hands on with…
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IS IT POSSIBLE (On Sadness, Happiness and Anticipation)
Is it possible – to feel happiness and sadness at the same time? I would argue yes, providing it is regarding a situation or event rather than a permanent state of mind. If it relates to a permanent swing between highs and lows in temperament, huge mood swings, then I would urge anyone experiencing this…
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NO TIMELINE FOR GRIEF
Yesterday whilst talking with my dear friend, I was reminded how although Helen Kubler Ross described the stages of grief so eloquently (and this is generally accepted by bereavement support counsellors all over the world) there is and never will be a timeline for those stages. Loss, especially when met within a loving partnership heightens…
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LIGHT WORKERS
Every time we send out a message of love to someone who needs that support we are one of the millions of light workers helping to keep a healthy balance between negative and positive energy in this plane we call Earth. Please don’t be disheartened when you read of the most horrendous problems in our…
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FRIENDSHIP
You can be someone’s acquaintance for quite a while and then for some reason the Universe starts bringing you closer to support each other during times of challenge, change and transition, including bereavement or relationship challenges. When this happens you find yourselves pooling your knowledge and wisdom to help each other It’s happening in my…
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FRIENDSHIP
You can be someone’s acquaintance for quite a while and then for some reason the Universe starts bringing you closer to support each other during times of challenge, change and transition, including bereavement or relationship challenges. When this happens you find yourselves pooling your knowledge and wisdom to help each other It’s happening in my…
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UNEXPECTED PLEASURE
Sometimes new connections emerge when you least expect them. Initially reaching out to support a friend ended up with me asking for help too. Gradually the give and take of support has grown into a deeper knowledge of the other and continues to delight and inspire me. Always be open to learn, you never know…
Dawn Loves Buttercups 