“Normal day, let me be aware of the treasure you are. Let me learn from you, love you, and bless you before you depart. Let me not pass you by in the quest of some rare and perfect tomorrow. - Mary Jane Iron

On this January 30th Monday, may we live well. No matter how ordinary or extraordinary this day turns out to be, no matter how bitter or sweet, may we be grateful for the gift of it. 

There is strength in such awareness and appreciation. We are strengthened, in fact, whenever we recognize the preciousness of life and the wonder of every living thing.

Let's also be aware of the range of emotions and experiences other people - people everywhere - are having today. For many it is not a normal, ordinary day.

For all who are suffering, may we care. Perhaps with prayer. Surely with love. 

Always with hope and faith, 
Charlene 

THE FIRST GIFT IS STRENGTH. 
May you remember to call upon it 
whenever you need it.  
from The Twelve Gifts of Birth