Friday Favorites-Favorite TV Show EVER

Survivor has started again for it's 27th season.  I've watched every one of them.  With 2 per year, that means 13 years.  It's the one show I watch online if I missed an episode.  The main reason I like the show is the psychology/sociology aspect and especially adding in the dynamics of each group.  The dynamic of one person can change everything.  I love watching the group dynamic.  If I could do anything as a career,  I would study family and group dynamics.  

Thursday Tips & Tricks-no dishwasher detergent?

Save this idea for a rainy day.  Especially if you've ever tried dish soap and had bubbles pouring out the bottom of the dishwasher-hypothetically speaking.

Wacky Wednesday- If at first you don't succeed...

Tuesday miTunes- "Our House" by Crosby, Stills and Nash

Not to be confused with the song of the same title by Madness of the 1980's, I love this song because I like the lyrics.  I came across it in the late 1990's when our family of 6 lived in a small 2 bedroom, 1 bath condo of 980 square feet.  It was cozy and we have great memories of when we lived there. But hearing this song made me daydream of having a little house someday.  The song mentions "staring at the fire, for hours and hours, while I listen to you play your love songs all night long..."  which always made me think of listening to my husband play the piano.  I am so grateful to have such a nice home now.  The song says "2 cats in the yard" and even though we only have one cat, it was still a part of that dream those several years ago.

Monday Messages-Advice from the moon...

Live life to the fullest.
Be someone to look up to.
Don't be phased by difficulties.
Take time to reflect.
Enjoy a little space.
Honor the cycles of nature.
Light up the night.

Sunday Blessings-sun, moon and stars

Today I am grateful for the things in the heavens that remind me of spiritual things.  First of all, I love the sun.  It reminds me of the Son of God and how He is the light and life of the world.  The moon also provides light, even when everything else is dark.  The moon is a beacon of hope and is like the nightlight for our earth.  The stars may seem far away, but away from city lights (worldly things) they are amazingly bright and seem so close.  As we focus on celestial things and go away from the worldly glitz, more of the celestial things appear before our eyes.  All things point to a loving Heavenly Father and His son Jesus Christ and their love for us.  Also, when we pass on from our mortal life, we will receive glory equal to one these 3 heavenly things.  As for me, I'm aiming for the sun.

Saturday Quotes-Communication

One of my goals for 2014 is more listening, less talking.  Another is more understanding, less judging.  This quote reminds me to listen without thinking of my response.  I think it might help to pause more in conversation.  I will also try to be more "present" when I'm with someone and this includes not texting or answering my phone (unless it is an emergency) when I am with them.  Also, looking them in the eyes because with all our technology we tend to not be used to looking directly at those we are talking to.  Some people seem uncomfortable with this, but I think people are more honest and sincere when you are both looking into each other's eyes.  Try it and see if you agree with me.  You'll be surprised.