Thoughtful Ramblings

As parents the example we set is important. In our world full of advertising and  marketing it is tempting to get caught up in the idea that we need things. This also teaches our kids that having stuff is important. Yet these things that seemed so necessary ultimately become clutter. I'm becoming so much more aware of what I buy and the motivation for buying it, but that marketing is pretty slick. And to be honest, I have plenty of stuff that I'm sifting through because I don't use it and for some things never have used it. What a waste. I want to set an example to my children and grandchildren that relationships, not things, are important, and that when we remove the things that get in the way, we have more fulfilling and meaningful lives. Here's a link for one of my favorite blogs that i follow that addresses this very thing. http://www.becomingminimalist.com/our-example/ Hope your enjoy the read.

Hi there, In my attempt to simplify I came across this great site that has all sorts of sensible ways to simplify and minimise. I love it because it takes a really practical approach to minimalism. I'm still working on this and making some progress; perhaps not as much as I'd like but progress is still progress hey. This blog is a little different because it talks about our propensity as human beings to compare ourselves to each other. The writer has some great tips on how not to compare. In the Bible, Paul also encourages the Galatians to avoid comparison. It's so easy for us to compare, but when we compare we don't do ourselves any favours. Paul reminds us to focus on our own call and walk and to be satisfied with a job well done. Galatians 6:4-5 NLT Pay careful attention to your own work, for then you will get the satisfaction of a job well done, and you won't need to compare yourself to anyone else. [5] For we are each responsible for our own conduct. I ho...