TEXANALANE ADVENTURES

OH! LET ME COUNT THE WAYS …

Blogging has always grounded me. What does that mean? In these latter years, (should you be of a certain age), feeling connected and rooted is important, ie: health, wealth, lifestyle, as well as being close to a hospital, specialists, and family … well, you get the picture. And yes, I am mandated to concern myself with all of the above. But, what do these practical needs have to do with blogging?

Here’s my take: Blogging allows me the opportunity to re-assess my wants vs. needs. When I write, I dig deep and re-evaluate my alignment with personal bucket lists, health, finances, relationships, and so much more. Sharing my experiences, plus my ideas and feelings provides an outlet to connect with memories, to dream of tomorrow, to truly take a close look at who I am vs. who I want to be. Sometimes that alignment looks about right. At other times, nothing aligns; thus, the light in my eyes looks dimmer, and the smile seems a bit forced. Simply put, blogging enables me to align my heart, mind, and soul to express my feelings authentically and honestly.

Peering into today, yesterday and tomorrow at one time, while staring at one computer screen, may require my ADHD to kick in full speed, and I enjoy it! Blogging, however, requires me to slow down, discern the ‘me then’ vs the ‘me now’ and how I wish to elaborate with my fellow readers. Which begs the question: “How many of you journal? How many of you are willing to expose your thoughts and ideals?” I also must ask myself, “Why?” Why is it important that we share our feelings and paradigms?”

For me, reading and learning about others is vital to my personal growth. I no longer must cling to old ideas and perspectives or beliefs that no longer serve me. I am eager to learn, to integrate cultural differences, and to live these last chapters of my life with grace, humility, and gratitude. Perhaps, if I can share my unconditional love for all of God’s spirits, and if I can be influenced by God and His power and His purpose, I will have achieved my goal through blogging.

If I can lift one person to rise above the darkness that surrounds us, or motivate one reader to feel the Light that is shadowed by defeat, or by depression, angst, insecurities, and sorrows, then blogging is my WHY, and self-awareness is my HOW.

Knowing one’s self is supposed to be easier in older age. Is that true for you? Do you feel that sharing your elderly wisdom is respected or even self-evident? I suggest that you give blogging a try! Share your inner wisdom(s). Someone, somewhere is eager to learn another way to view life. Someone, somewhere can learn from our mistakes, our victories, our weaknesses and our strengths.

We need you!

Live Life Lovingly,

Texana Lane