Simple ways are not always Easy & Easy ways are not always Simple

Simple being : clear/basic/truth; not elaborate or artificial; plain; unadorned; modest; not complicated; not complex or compound; single; mere; bare: fact; free of deceit or guile; sincere; unconditional; unpretentious: humble or lowly; not mixed.

Easy being : not hard or difficult; free from pain, discomfort, worry, or careproviding; lenient; not difficult to influence or overcome; effortless.

We live in a very easy-seeking world, which often results in very difficult consequences. The very definition of easy is effortless, free from pain (see above). The reason we exist is to love, to progress, and that is not done without effort, pain, discomfort, or some sort of difficult sacrifice.

Being simple is often difficult, but it is the way.

Honesty

So... what would happen if we were all completely honest. Well, the book I'm reading (Real Love) says its part of the steps to give/receive unconditional love. I think I should do it, it would really force me to see my true character. For the most part, I've been a lot more honest with people lately, even if it makes me look bad or hurts them. But there are certain situations where some people just don't need to know every little thing. I think what the book is referring to is being honest with others about who you are, your honest feelings. If you just put it (honesty) out there, then you can only be exactly who you are and can't feel pressured to keep up a facade. If you don't hide anything, then you have nothing to hide. (i know how that sounded but im making a point :) And there is no point in making a facade because you're not allowing the other person really know you, and love you (regardless of flaws). Give them the truth and let them make their decision if they accept you or not, and if they don't, that's their choice, even if you feel it's the wrong one. We try so hard to control, that we even try to control someone else's feelings for us, by the way we communicate who we are to them. That is not our right or responsability. We can only love unconditionally, expecting nothing in return. We can only control ourselves. And if someone doesn't accept who we are, then its ok. As my wise Father and Mother have said to me "Not everybody is gonna like you, and hey, thats ok, thats about them". Its reassuring to know that I don't have to try to please everyone, that I can just be myself, and allow others to know the real me, no matter what.

...What to be for Halloween???

Daniel Beach... my 2nd favorite artist (my uncle steve is 1st)

Baton Rouge, LA

Tower Bridge

My Prusia

http://danielbeachgallery.com/

Humanitarian/Goodwill Ambassador/something to do with Politics/Communicator/Nurse/Writer...
What kind of degree or job is that??? Well, when i figure that out, I'm going to pick a school and do it. And i will be accepting donations :) Basically I wanna be Angelina Jolie. I want to travel, help people get what they need, and then write about it. The main part is the helping people... weather its supplies, medical, political rights, better institutions for school, hospitals, community centers, basic needs, spiritual needs, whatever it may be. It just doesn't seem right, living with all the comforts we have and worrying about the smallest issues in our lives not being perfect, when others are struggling for basic needs. Its easy to ignore because we are creatures of habbit and stick to what we know. But that's just not enough, thats not why we're here, thats not what life's all about. So I've asked myself "How much longer will I be selfish?" And, how far will that get me in my eternal progression? I actually believe that the progression is at a stand still untill we realize that following the commandments means that we do it completely, in order to progress. If we hold back even a little bit, then we haven't "gotton" the message. No more selfishness. But in order to do this, we have to really want eternal life. And how much we want eternal life will be determined by our obedience, no matter how difficult this life is.

so...be silent

SO... I bought a SOBE (black & blue berry brew) this morning before work, and I just looked under the top and it says "SILENT TREATMENT". I think this is a sign, just what the doctor ordered.... I think I need some peace and quiet and time to listen.
Anyway, I'm all settled in my new apartment. Im excited about decorating it. I'm thinking... asian bathroom, Itallian bedroom, Hawaiian balcony, spanish kitchen, Indian dining rm, and Old hollywood living room.
Work is going fine. I lease apartments, they give me money, works for me.
I do feel that its time to do some deep soul searching, cleansing, re-conditioning, re-defining, and nurturing... in that order.
I need to figure out 'my thing' ... whatever that means.

Dreamy Idealist??

“Per aspera ad astra,” or “Through the night to the light,” is your motto.

Dreamy Idealists are very cautious and therefore often appear shy and reserved to others. They share their rich emotional life and their passionate convictions with very few people. But one would be very much mistaken to judge them to be cool and reserved. They have a pronounced inner system of values and clear, honourable principles for which they are willing to sacrifice a great deal. Joan of Arc or Sir Galahad would have been good examples of this personality type. Dreamy Idealists are always at great pains to improve the world. They can be very considerate towards others and do a lot to support them and stand up for them. They are interested in their fellow beings, attentive and generous towards them. Once their enthusiasm for an issue or person is aroused, they can become tireless fighters.For Dreamy Idealists, practical things are not really so important. They only busy themselves with mundane everyday demands when absolutely necessary. They tend to live according to the motto “the genius controls the chaos” - which is normally the case so that they often have a very successful academic career. They are less interested in details; they prefer to look at something as a whole. This means that they still have a good overview even when things start to become hectic. However, as a result, it can occasionally happen that Dreamy Idealists overlook something important. As they are very peace-loving, they tend not to openly show their dissatisfaction or annoyance but to bottle it up. Assertiveness is not one of their strong points; they hate conflicts and competition. Dreamy Idealists prefer to motivate others with their amicable and enthusiastic nature. Whoever has them as superior will never have to complain about not being given enough praise.
As at work, Dreamy Idealists are helpful and loyal friends and partners, persons of integrity. Obligations are absolutely sacred to them. The feelings of others are important to them and they love making other people happy. They are satisfied with just a small circle of friends; their need for social contact is not very marked as they also need a lot of time to themselves. Superfluous small talk is not their thing. If one wishes to be friends with them or have a relationship with them, one would have to share their world of thought and be willing to participate in profound discussions. If you manage that you will be rewarded with an exceptionally intensive, rich partnership. Due to their high demands on themselves and others, this personality type tends however to sometimes overload the relationship with romantic and idealistic ideas to such an extent that the partner feels overtaxed or inferior. Dreamy Idealists do not fall in love head over heels but when they do fall in love they want this to be a great, eternal love.
Adjectives which describe your type: introverted, theoretical, emotional, spontaneous, idealistic, dreamy, effusive, pleasant, reserved, friendly, passionate, loyal, perfectionist, helpful, creative, composed, curious, obstinate, with integrity, willing to make sacrifices, romantic, cautious, shy, peace-loving, vulnerable, sensitive, communicative, imaginative
These subjects could interest you:
literature, philosophy, psychology, music, art (museums), writing, drawing/painting, astrology, spiritual things, meditation, handicrafts, writing, voluntary work