I am fascinated by the shapes of the trees in the woods. Some grow straight and tall while others have all types of bends and crooks. They are shaped by their environment. Together they make up the landscape of the forest. The landscape of life is also made up of people with different types of bodies. Some are straight and tall while others have physical limitations. All have gifts to share.

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The finches, both yellow and red, are halfway to their full colors for mating season. I love to see them flitting back and forth to the birdfeeders. People can be affected by the color of clothes they wear. In fact, when someone is caught in a negative mood, changing your clothes may help change your mood.

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If we had thought we had moved on to spring, Nature had other ideas and coated the landscape in white again. I am reminded of the phrases people use to address negative situations like “here we go again.” We can change situations that we perceive as negative by finding something that is positive, like the beauty of the snow!!!!!

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The lilacs now have some tiny green buds on their branches, and I will be watching them closely until they bloom in about a month. As I do not reproduce their smell in my mind, I will spend some time with them when they open. It is good to have something positive to look forward to, knowing that each experience is different.

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I almost always expect that April weather will have lots of twists and turns before it leaves. That is sure true this year, and those expecting a warm spring have been disappointed so far. My expectation in life is that, regardless of the weather, I can find something positive to be grateful for and share it with others.

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The tapping season for the red maples on our front lawn is now over because its flowers are beginning to open. That indicates that nature’s growing season is gearing up for the rest of the spring and summer. In life we can grow all year long, no matter what season.

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Easter is the day when Christians celebrate the resurrection. There are also other religious special days around this time. It is a great time to think that each of us can be a part of resurrecting peace in the world. We can start with positive intentions and heart-felt gratitude for positive changes in our lives and those around us.

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The building known as the Hypnosis Center was built in the mid-1950s for a retirement home. We are the third owners, and recently, while cleaning out a closet, my wife found a fabric-covered rock way in the back. I am reminded that our minds, like the closet, have long forgotten memories that may reappear to be appreciated or resolved.

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