Monthly Archives: March 2014

Weather Forecast – Intermittent Thunderstorms

Posted on March 26, 2014 by Climbing Downhill

Water.  We need it to live.  It’s refreshing and satisfying.  It can vary in taste depending on its source – a freshwater spring, a faucet or wrapped in a bottle to preserve it’s safety and freshness.  Some say that even … Continue reading →

Posted in MS/Multiple Sclerosis, This and That | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

A Case of Mistaken Identity

Posted on March 21, 2014 by Climbing Downhill

Those younger than me likely don’t remember the older company home parties – the first ones to use the genious marketing strategy of selling items in private residences.  The names have changed, but they’re still around today because some good ideas last.  A hostess … Continue reading →

Posted in This and That | Tagged , , , , , | Leave a comment

When Perspective Wanes….

Posted on March 18, 2014 by Climbing Downhill

…we need encouragement. Years ago, a good friend made this for me. I have treasured not just her work, but the message shared.  Here are some more encouraging words:   I hope you feel encouraged today.

Posted in This and That | Tagged , , , , | 1 Comment

Finding Joy

Posted on March 13, 2014 by Climbing Downhill

Sometimes, we have to spend time grieving.  Sometimes it’s good to be reminded that there is always something to be grateful for.  Maybe our feet can’t dance, but our hearts can. (The quotes below are not my own.  If there … Continue reading →

Posted in This and That | Tagged , , , , , , , | 3 Comments

Why Bad Things Happen – Part 10 List

Posted on March 9, 2014 by Climbing Downhill

This is the 10th and final post in a series of written words that have helped me understand and/or accept the less desirable things that happen in my life.   This list was an insert in a church bulletin years ago. I … Continue reading →

Posted in Why Bad Things Happen | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , | 2 Comments

Why Bad Things Happen – Part 9 No Mistake

Posted on March 7, 2014 by Climbing Downhill

This is Part 9 of things that help me understand the reason why something bad has happened, or at least help me accept it.  I read and kept this poem years ago. He Maketh No Mistake  My Father’s way may … Continue reading →

Posted in Why Bad Things Happen | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Why Bad Things Happen – Part 8 Quotes

Posted on March 5, 2014 by Climbing Downhill

We now resume our “Why” series for a few more posts. I have a little plaque that hangs in my house.  It reads “There are two things I try to remember every morning:  There’s a God, and I’m not Him.”   … Continue reading →

Posted in Why Bad Things Happen | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment