Lila Johnson's Blog - Posts Tagged "lives"
Just Breathe
Bear with me for a moment or two. My thoughts are scattered and I need a moment to pull it all together. I know that someone out there will understand when I say, at times you must take a moment to breathe. The sheer force of exhaling seems to, not only open the lungs but the mind, spirit and every cell in the body. So here we go...
I shared with my readers that in August my aunt Angela passed away. Why is it that eight months later, her youngest daughter, by way of the most unusual, died?
And almost two months ago I spoke of my cousin Freddie who, in an untimely, unexpected way, died. Now his mother, my aunt, is in ICU battling blood clots in her lungs. Let's not forget the surprising deaths of singer Prince, Billy Paul and Les Wass, the advertising legend behind the Mister Softee ice cream jingle.
This much sadness is enough to make a person want to sit down and stop trying to live. Sometimes you say what's the use? Well after I cried a little and moped a lot, I realized one thing. All these people did something in their lives that they loved and or enjoyed.
For example, my aunt Angela loved to read and after a few twists and turns on life's road, finally found love and marriage. My cousin Freddie volunteered his time and energy to so many causes and people. Aunt Louise gave the most wonderful handmade Christmas ornaments that remain in my collection to this day. The singers sang, the jingle on a ice cream truck made children laugh, scream and beg for a surgery delight and Angela's daughter danced to her own tune.
When I think of things in this way, I can't be sad. I'll miss their physical presence but what each person presented in life, will remain in my soul forever.
So, it's time to move forward, not linger on the things I can't change and breathe.
"One way to break up any kind of tension is good deep breathing." Byron Nelson
I shared with my readers that in August my aunt Angela passed away. Why is it that eight months later, her youngest daughter, by way of the most unusual, died?
And almost two months ago I spoke of my cousin Freddie who, in an untimely, unexpected way, died. Now his mother, my aunt, is in ICU battling blood clots in her lungs. Let's not forget the surprising deaths of singer Prince, Billy Paul and Les Wass, the advertising legend behind the Mister Softee ice cream jingle.
This much sadness is enough to make a person want to sit down and stop trying to live. Sometimes you say what's the use? Well after I cried a little and moped a lot, I realized one thing. All these people did something in their lives that they loved and or enjoyed.
For example, my aunt Angela loved to read and after a few twists and turns on life's road, finally found love and marriage. My cousin Freddie volunteered his time and energy to so many causes and people. Aunt Louise gave the most wonderful handmade Christmas ornaments that remain in my collection to this day. The singers sang, the jingle on a ice cream truck made children laugh, scream and beg for a surgery delight and Angela's daughter danced to her own tune.
When I think of things in this way, I can't be sad. I'll miss their physical presence but what each person presented in life, will remain in my soul forever.
So, it's time to move forward, not linger on the things I can't change and breathe.
"One way to break up any kind of tension is good deep breathing." Byron Nelson
Aloha
The Hawaiian word means hello or goodbye. It can be used in the spirit of love, affection and kindness. During the research for my new book, The Fat Girls Club Hawaii Five-NO, I immersed myself in the lifestyle of Maui and all that it offered.
Hiking with newfound friends lead me to high ridges to look at plants and trees that I’ve never seen before. Walking deep in Haleakala Crater provided views to its uniqueness. But it wasn’t until I sat high above the clouds at Haleakala’s summit to view a majestic sunrise, my belief in God was confirmed. For nine months I explored, observed and tasted many things that make Maui, Lani and Oahu the unique islands that they are. And now the new book will be released later this month.
During the last three days, I was sequestered in a hotel room with nothing more than the basics; food, water and DVD’s of the original Hawaii Five-O. When I emerged back into the real world after submitting the manuscript to my editor, I was introduced to more changes that were going on in the world. It was no longer one submerged in constant reports of COVID-19 but of deaths, race riots, curfews and the National Guard called to duty.
I’m not going to discuss my views on the above because they are my private affairs. All I want to say to you, my readers, is to remain safe, stay healthy and be mindful that all lives matter despite what race, creed or color they are.
“Gratitude is the sign of noble souls” -Aesop
Hiking with newfound friends lead me to high ridges to look at plants and trees that I’ve never seen before. Walking deep in Haleakala Crater provided views to its uniqueness. But it wasn’t until I sat high above the clouds at Haleakala’s summit to view a majestic sunrise, my belief in God was confirmed. For nine months I explored, observed and tasted many things that make Maui, Lani and Oahu the unique islands that they are. And now the new book will be released later this month.
During the last three days, I was sequestered in a hotel room with nothing more than the basics; food, water and DVD’s of the original Hawaii Five-O. When I emerged back into the real world after submitting the manuscript to my editor, I was introduced to more changes that were going on in the world. It was no longer one submerged in constant reports of COVID-19 but of deaths, race riots, curfews and the National Guard called to duty.
I’m not going to discuss my views on the above because they are my private affairs. All I want to say to you, my readers, is to remain safe, stay healthy and be mindful that all lives matter despite what race, creed or color they are.
“Gratitude is the sign of noble souls” -Aesop
