Gratitude breaks the spell of Writers Block |
Istijlál (Majesty), 15 Sulṭán (Sovereignty) 174 B.E. - Thursday, February 1, 2018 On the first Thankful Thursday in February 2018, February 2018 Writing Goals Submit to "I Write in 2018" each week. Write article or poem for weekly "Invalid Item" challenge. Daily response to "Invalid Item" prompt. Finish poem for "Stormy's poetry newsletter & contest" . Do items for "Invalid Item" . Read articles in "God Speaks Again" http://bahaiteachings.org/series/god-speaks-again. Finish poem in "Bicentenary Poems and Prose" . Finish poem in "The History of the Divine Feminine" . Respond to prompt for either "Blogging Circle of Friends " or "Blog City ~ Every Blogger's Paradise" Gratitude List: Part 1 I have a great deal the be thankful for today. First, I am thankful that we (De and I) were able to go to a breakfast buffet this morning before going to the bank and paying the rent. Second, I am thankful that we I was able to pay the rent today. Third, I am thankful to my sister for the assistance she gives me each month. Fourth, I am thankful for the frustrating and/pr interesting events in my life that inspire some of my blog entries. Fifth, I am thankful that the temperature in Las Vegas at 12:18 P.M. Pacific Standard Time is a refreshing 70 degrees Fahrenheit. "In this age of spiritual awakening, the world has entered upon the path of progress into the arena of development, where the power of the spirit surpasses that of the body. Soon the spirit will have dominion over the world of humanity." ‘Abdu'l-Bahá1 Gratitude List: Part 2 Sixth, I am thankful for the above quote from 'Abdu'l-Baha because it gives me hope, and shows me that humanity will eventually solve the issues facing it today and pass through the present difficulties. Seventh, I am thankful for Canada Dry Ginger Ale because it is made from real ginger. Eighth, I am thankful for the chocolate candy bar I have laying next to me on the computer desk. I will eat it before I go to bed because chocolate helps me sleep. Ninth, I am thankful that February started on a Thursday so that I can begin the month in a grateful and positive mood. Tenth, I am thankful for the prayer so thanksgiving and gratitude revealed by Baha'u'llah. Footnotes |