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THE AGONY AND ECSTASY OF LETTING GO

Chuck Lee

When we moved into a retirement communityI was faced with somethingI hadn’t thought about when I was younger.Downsizing.  Letting go.To move from a larger homefilled with things collected and saved over many yearsto a much smaller homerequres sorting through every single item you ownand deciding what to keep and what to LET GO.It’s agonizing.Each item has so many memories, so many stories.You hold each item in your handand you re-live the moments associated with it.Some items bring a fond smile.Some items bring tears.Some items bring thoughtful reflection.You sit there going through it alland it’s like your whole lifeis passing before you.The message … Continue reading THE AGONY AND ECSTASY OF LETTING GO

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IF YOUR HEART IS BEATING, THERE’S STILL TIME FOR DREAMS

Chuck Lee

Sometimes when I want to reflectand ponder about life,I walk along the woodland trailthat runs behind my home.I raise my face and feelthe sprinkles of the sunstreaming through the treesand I listen.I listen for the heartbeatsthat surround me.The heartbeats of today,yesterday, the day before,even years past.I feel the rhythm of hearts beating,so mysteriously present,in the earth, the wind, the morning dew, in the red fox, the squirrel, the raccoon, the chattering chickadee,the doe and her fawn,the Native American Indian,the early settlers.I hear all the heartbeats pounding.I feel them in my soul.O the hopes and dreams that come from human hearts.And … Continue reading IF YOUR HEART IS BEATING, THERE’S STILL TIME FOR DREAMS

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WHAT REALLY MATTERS WHEN YOUR LIFE IS DONE

Chuck Lee

It’s not what you’ve  enjoyed in life,nor what you have experienced.It’s not the books you’ve read or the knowledge you have gained.It’s not the beauty you have viewednor the exciting things you’ve done.It’s not about the truth you have discoveredor the victories you have achieved.It’s not what you have ownedor what you have accumulated.It’s not about the people you have knownor the places you have been.What really matters when your life is doneand the sun sets beyond the sea,is what you have contributed to life,what you have given,the difference you have made.That’s all that really matters, my friend.That’s all that … Continue reading WHAT REALLY MATTERS WHEN YOUR LIFE IS DONE

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LIFE IS LIKE SAILING ON A BOAT….SET YOUR SAILS CAREFULLY

Chuck Lee

Life is like sailing on a boat.You can sit and simply driftthrough life with no directionand let the wind determine your destination.Or you can plan your destination, listen to what the wind and the waterare telling you,and set sail toward your goal.Remember, though,it is how you set the sails,not the direction of the wind,that determines which wayyou will go.You can use any windto go in any direction,so set your sails carefullyand travel not to escape lifebut for life not to escape you. Continue reading LIFE IS LIKE SAILING ON A BOAT….SET YOUR SAILS CAREFULLY

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A SURPRISE ADDS SPICE TO LIFE

Chuck Lee

Reducing your expectations in lifewill increase your surprises.Expectations may or may not happen,whereas surprises definitely happen.The fact that you don’t see them comingadds spice to life.Generally speaking,surprises are delightful gifts,whether you are the recipeintor the one giving the surprise.Therefore, make a habit of giving thanksfor each surprise you receivebecause you were given somethingyou didn’t expect. Continue reading A SURPRISE ADDS SPICE TO LIFE

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EXPLORING THE MEANING OF LIFE

Chuck Lee

If life is the pursuit of happiness,may I make the right choices to experience it.If life is the search for truth,may I discover it.If life is a long and winding road,may I not miss the rainbows along the way.If life is a symphony of nature’s music,may the melodies soothe my soul.If life is a journey of spiritual awakenings,may I be inspired.If life is a gracious gift,may I be wise and gracious in how I live it. Continue reading EXPLORING THE MEANING OF LIFE

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A BUCKET LIST CAN DEFINE YOUR PURPOSE IN LIFE

Chuck Lee

WHAT IS A BUCKET LIST?It is simply a list of thingsyou want to experience in lifebefore you die,dreams you want to fulfill.Why a Bucket List?Simply to remind yourselfof things, big and small,that are important enough to youto want to experience.Its not a To Do List.There is no pressure to get it done.It’s Value is that it helps to defineyour Purpose in Life.It gives your life direction,sets forth your hopes and dreams,without agendas.It’s not set in stone.You can adjust it as you go.And here’s the good news.Research shows that peoplewho have a Bucket List,a defined Purpose in Life,tend to live longer than … Continue reading A BUCKET LIST CAN DEFINE YOUR PURPOSE IN LIFE

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YES, ‘TIS TRUE, YOU CAN FLY….YOU CAN SOAR TO NEW HEIGHTS

Chuck Lee

O’ TO SOARLIKE THE BIRDS OF THE AIR.O’ TO FLYTO HEIGHTS NE’ER BEFORE REACHED.O’ but you can, my friend.You see, everyone has wings.And just because you don’t see themdoesn’t mean they’re not there.You simply must believe.And remember,Your best flights will often beWhen you take off against the wind. Continue reading YES, ‘TIS TRUE, YOU CAN FLY….YOU CAN SOAR TO NEW HEIGHTS

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MAY YOUR NEW YEAR BE FULFILLED 12 DIFFERENT WAYS

Chuck Lee

May your New Yearbe FULFILLED 12 different ways.Where there is light — may you reflect it.Where there is happiness — may you experience it.Where there is beauty — may you appreciate it.Where there its love — may you receive it.Where there is music — may you sing it.Where there is truth — may you learn it.Where there is opportunity — may you seize it.Where there is a treasure — may you discover it.Where there is a challenge — may you embrace it.Where there is an adventure — may you explore it.Where there is a mission — may you achieve it.Where … Continue reading MAY YOUR NEW YEAR BE FULFILLED 12 DIFFERENT WAYS