Some Days

This made my heart smile:

Some days

we just have to 

push ourselves through,

pulling strength

from wherever we can,

and being brave enough

to do it.

Find strength

when you are weak.

Find courage

when you are scared.

Have hope

when it seems like there's none.

I wish you peace

and kindness and joy.

Heading off grid for a few days.

I'll be back next week.

In the meantime ...

be nice to one another -

and your own sweet self.

This Moment

Beautiful sentiment ...

Love this moment

in which you are in.

It will never come again.

There is chaos and madness,

static and noise.

There is also

absolutely none of that.

Which will you focus on?

Which will you spread?

The Day

This is not mine, but I'm loving it.

The day will come

when you are wrapped warmly

in the blanket

of a healthy well being

because of the patchwork

you are sewing together today.

Choose your fabric and thread wisely.

Enjoy this day ... and all those to come ...

Short

Good Monday morning to you all!
No ... this is not a height-related post.

This is a life-related post.

Life

is very short.

Take time

to do the things

that make

your soul happy.

Focus on the positive.

Focus on making memories.

Focus on a happy soul.

Happy

This Saturday treat,
as small as it is,
packs a great big punch!

The things

that make you happy

don't have

to make sense

to anybody else.

When we learn 

to stop arguing a point

that needs no debate,

life becomes

so much simpler.

Worth Sharing

This is NOT mine.
I will, however,
share the heck out of it.

The only thing

we can do

about awful people

is to NOT

be one of them.

Now get out there

and not be awful!

Take It

This is not selfish,
this is sometimes ... ABSOLUTELY ...
necessary!

Take it.

Take the break.

Take the nap.

Take the day off.

Take the road trip.

Take the breath.

Take the help.

Take the adventure.

Take the moment.

Take it.

I wish you well today.

Give

Since yesterday's was a little lengthy ...
today's is short and sweet:

Give

every day

the chance

to become

the most

beautiful day

ever!

I wish you peace

and positivity.

The Little Things

So 4 am woke me up with words and inspiration.
I dutifully grabbed one of my journals and this spilled out.

Please let me know whatcha think ...

The Little Things

by Lyn Marinello – 10/21/25

 

The surprise upon a friendly face

The warmth of an engaged embrace

A giggly game of hide and seek

The tenderness of a lightly kissed cheek

That twinkle in a playful eye

The tenuous weight of an exhaled sigh

The tiny hand within your own

To see the bloom of seeds you’ve sown

A spark with just a single glance

The world within one daring chance

A favorite story read out loud

Hands gently clasped, a prayer, head bowed

A sunrise prying at the night

The squeal in a child’s delight

A vow, a ring, a treasured song

The comfort in feeling like you belong

The glow atop a birthday cake

Forgiveness of an honest mistake

The safety in a good tight hug

Welling tears as the heartstrings tug

The pride in sweet unfurling growth

The depth of a long-honored oath

The joy within a video chat

A wagging tail, a purring cat

A gift, a note, a tiny charm

A stable walk linked arm in arm

The ease of quiet on an open porch

The obvious love of a long-held torch

An unfettered laugh, all big and bold

A fireside snuggle when the weather’s cold

A shy little smile, demure and coy

Lights and ribbons and Christmas joy

The unposed photos and natural glee

Adventures and tales no one will ever see

Unwavering support in the face of fear

A table full of those held dear

The sunset oozing on kaleidoscope skies

The indescribable bond of a babe’s first cries

It need not be momentous flings

There’s magic in the little things.

Obsessed!!!

So incredibly short,
yet so incredibly powerful.

A grand life lesson ...

Knowing

who you are

ends the need

to prove it.

Have a marvelous Monday

and a wonderful week.

Today

Sharing ...

Today,

I choose ...

calm over chaos,

serenity over stress,

peace over perfection,

grace over grit,

faith over fear.

~ Mary Davis

Enjoy your choices ...

whatever you intend to do today.

Sunrise

Short and sweet
(and making up for my FB post) LOL

Every sunrise

is a reminder

that you

have another chance

to be better.

Thank you

for another sunrise,

another opportunity!

I am humbled

and appreciate

the open door ...

The Mountain Theory

Was going to Lynify this,
but then decided to just let it be.

I am definitely half mountain/half beach.

But this ... 

Growth begins

when you leave comfort behind.

Most stay in the valley

where it's safe,

but nothing changes there.

The climb is hard,

the path is often lonely,

but the higher you go,

the clearer everything becomes.

The mountain doesn't offer ease,

but it offers an extraordinary perspective.

Ok ... I Lynified it just a smidge.

Go ... climb, baby! Climb!

A Little Lewis

Here's a little CS on your Wednesday ...

You can't go back

and change the beginning,

but ...

you can start

where you are 

and change the ending.

You are the sculptor

of your masterpiece.

Etched

A little Tuesday treat for you ...

Etched

by Lyn Marinello

 

Today while out with friends

We passed a man upon the street

He wore oversized and soiled clothes

Tattered sneakers on his feet

His aroma was unfavorable

His hair unkempt and long

His teeth could use a cleaning

But he beautifully sang this song ...

 

Judge not how I look, dear Lord,

But in my servitude to you,

Appearances are never real

My heart is yours, it's true

 

And he shuffled down the sidewalk

His words etched upon my mind

He took no note of comments made

And to belittled stares was blind

And to every other person

That I passed on by that day

I gave a greeting and a smile

Whistling and singing on my way

 

Judge not how I look, dear Lord,

But in my servitude to you,

Appearances are never real

My heart is yours, it's true.

 

Have a terrific Tuesday.

Make good choices and know your worth.

Oh ... THIS!!!

I cannot begin to tell you
how very much I attempt to do this
every. single. day.

Be

the things

you loved most

about the people

who are gone.

Have a beautiful Monday

and a wonderful week.

Your Soul

Always speak kindly
about yourself.

Your soul needs

your love and approval.

Have a beautiful weekend.

Canvas

Today
is a blank canvas.

What will you paint?

You are the artist of your days.

Choose your colors wisely.

Pick an image that inspires.

Share the beauty

that is uniquely your own.

Your Cup

We are all aware of this adage;

but I'm loving this twist ...

I am not as concerned

as to whether or not

my cup is half full

or half empty.

I am thankful 

that I have a cup.

Ahhh, yes ...

But what, exactly,

are you pouring into it?

Fill yourselves up

with kindness and love

and hope and faith

and prayer and healing.

Privilege

THIS!
On so many levels.
In so many ways.

The privilege

of a lifetime

is to become

who you truly are.

But first

you must unlearn

who they told you

to be.

October Light

Just a little levity
for your October Tuesday ...

Bats

are just

Halloween

butterflies.

Have a wonderful day.

Assets

A person's most useful assets?
It's not your bank account.
It's not the size of your home

or the car that you drive

the degrees on your wall

or the gadgets that you own.

A person's most useful assets

are eyes to see the good,

ears ready for listening,

hands ready for helping,

and a heart full of love.

Good Guidance

This just seemed to hit home for me.
Could be the timing ... or it could be because it's true!!!

Marry your best friend,

have a couple kids,

keep honest friends,

and grow a garden.

Bake pies,

work with your hands,

grow wildflowers,

and have too many animals.

Prioritize sunshine

and laughter.

Make time to relax

and to wander

and live where you

can see the stars.

Have a beautiful weekend, friends.

Believe

A beautiful Friday sentiment ... Lynified, of course ...

Believe

that life has something

more for you

than you can see right now.

Believe

in the unexpected blessings

of life.

Believe in love

and in harmony and grace

and in kindness and peace.

Believe in miracles.

They happen all the time.

Enjoy the day and all it holds ...

The Enemy

Ponder on this people ...

Overthinking

is the enemy of peace.

Perfection

is the enemy of progress.

Fear

is the enemy of growth.

Doubt

is the enemy of creativity.

Ego

is the enemy of wisdom.

Check yourself ... frequently.

Much love, friends.

Happiness

Found this amazing little nugget
and decided to share ...

Happiness

is wandering

through small towns,

enjoying

a cup of coffee,

watching 

the leaves change,

and finding magic

in the smallest moments.

Wherever you are,

whatever you're drinking,

I hope you find magic

and happiness

in the little things.