Monday, October 19, 2020

Garden Treasures and Pleasures

Having a garden of your own could be an endless source of many wonders. Nothing compares to the feeling of waking up in the morning and looking forward to communing with the plants and trees there. Sitting in the middle of, or walking around, this haven of beauty and blessings could be truly energizing.


No matter what kind of plants and trees you freely choose to put there --- vegetables, herbs, fruits, flowers, or anything that nature has given --- tending your garden is not only emotionally uplifting but also spiritually fulfilling.


There is certainly great satisfaction in watching plants and trees grow from seeds, sprout leaves, lengthen their branches, and bear fruit. Tasting food that you have grown with your own hands is a source of great appreciation. You can be sure about the quality of the food you produce yourself and take pride in growing it with love.


In addition, a garden evokes peace and inspiration. Its serenity makes it a good place to relax, breathe away your worries, study, contemplate the meaning of life, or simply bask in the beauty that is all around. The contrasting colors, shapes, and textures of flowers and leaves could bring about fresh and brilliant ideas, even to someone who has been dull or dejected.


Of course, gardening has its practical and economically beneficial side. Growing your own food gives you healthier options. It saves you time from going to the market or grocery store. It is good for your family's budget because you could save money by not having to purchase the food items you already have. You could also generate income by selling your own produce. If you have flowers or decorative plants, it is possible to sell them as well. You could capture their exquisite charm in pictures to share and enjoy with others.


If you do not have a garden yet, you just need a small space to start. Whether you keep it for a hobby or turn it into a profitable business is completely up to you. You just need to be open about developing your green thumb and expressing whatever brings you joy because undoubtedly, a garden in itself offers a wide variety of treasures and pleasures.

Thursday, October 1, 2020

October 2020

9 I am so happy and grateful that my weight is normal / I have a normal body mass index.

8 Thank you for things to dream and daydream about.

7 Thank you sooooo very much for all my previous entries here! ðŸ’– It is great to be reminded of all the blessings I received in the past!!

6 I appreciate you, A***, for your thirst for knowledge, discipline in learning, and determination to make things better.

5 Thank you that I learned about Emmet Fox's "The 7 Day Mental Diet" and got to practice it.

4 Thank you that I got introduced to Neville Goddard's works.

3 I appreciate all the (perceived) furnaces that I have been experiencing recently. My (seeming) hardships with ***a* and ***e* have led me to an intense journey of self-discovery and growth. I have also discovered my massive inner strength and great ability to cope/adjust.

2 Thank you for an enjoyable and invigorating lunch (miswa). Yum!

1 Thank you for this opportunity to be grateful today.