the sparks project

one more try

Jennifer — Thu, 23 Feb 2012 21:35:51 +0000

Today’s inspirational spark:

I never seem to tire of this one…

you are somebody’s sunshine

Jennifer — Thu, 23 Feb 2012 00:14:28 +0000

Today’s musical spark:

And here’s the Johnny Cash version:

this helps

Jennifer — Mon, 20 Feb 2012 21:35:25 +0000

I have been going through a rough patch lately.

I thought I would share with others what has helped me through the process/es/ing:

1. Yoga helps.

Image Source: Wikimedia Commons

Yogin with Six Chakras, India, Punjab Hills, Kangra, late 1700s, National Museum

2. Dog helps.

This is Pluto, and he’s the best.

3. Work helps.

You know, there’s that whole “structure” thing.

4. Plants help.

Here’s a flower in my apartment.

There’s the whole “wonder in nature” thing that’s nice.

Though, I do recommend a less persnickety plant than perhaps an hibiscus.

5. Water helps.

Stay hydrated. It’s just good for you.

6. Friends help.

Image Source: Wikimedia Commons

Phone calls, emails, Facebook or Gmail chats, text messages, get-togethers, etc. are all good for the soul.

7. Swearing helps.

@S$XC&%^&D%A&%S!!!

Not the most polite thing to do, buuuutttt there are situations that call for it, and well, there is research that supports some of its benefits as long as swearing is not overused. Read here or here for more information.

patience in practice

Jennifer — Sun, 19 Feb 2012 17:10:12 +0000

Today’s inspirational sparks:

Have courage for the great sorrows of life and patience for the small ones; and when you have laboriously accomplished your daily task, go to sleep in peace. – Victor Hugo

Have patience with all things, But, first of all with yourself. – Saint Francis de Sales

Have patience. All things are difficult before they become easy. – Saadi

stand by me

Jennifer — Sun, 19 Feb 2012 03:00:36 +0000

Today’s musical spark:

YouTube Description: http://playingforchange.com – From the award-winning documentary, “Playing For Change: Peace Through Music”, comes the first of many “songs around the world” being released independently. Featured is a cover of the Ben E. King classic by musicians around the world adding their part to the song as it travelled the globe.

morning motivation

Jennifer — Thu, 16 Feb 2012 14:36:02 +0000

Today’s funny spark:

Reblogged from http://nightfall-in-middle-earth.tumblr.com/post/17353892734

clap your hands

Jennifer — Wed, 15 Feb 2012 02:46:19 +0000

Today’s musical spark:

Artist: Whitney Houston

a good knot

Jennifer — Tue, 14 Feb 2012 04:56:45 +0000

Today’s inspirational spark:

“When you come to the end of your rope, tie a knot and hang on.”

~ Franklin D. Roosevelt ~

be specific

Jennifer — Sat, 11 Feb 2012 03:41:34 +0000

Today’s inspirational & funny spark:

“I always wanted to be somebody, but now I realize I should have been more specific.”

the sparks project

one more try

you are somebody’s sunshine

this helps

1. Yoga helps.

2. Dog helps.

3. Work helps.

4. Plants help.

5. Water helps.

6. Friends help.

7. Swearing helps.

@S$XC&%^&D%A&%S!!!

patience in practice

Have courage for the great sorrows of life and patience for the small ones; and when you have laboriously accomplished your daily task, go to sleep in peace. – Victor Hugo

Have patience with all things, But, first of all with yourself. – Saint Francis de Sales

Have patience. All things are difficult before they become easy. – Saadi

stand by me

morning motivation

clap your hands

a good knot

“When you come to the end of your rope, tie a knot and hang on.”

be specific

“I always wanted to be somebody, but now I realize I should have been more specific.”

- Lily Tomlin*

I believe in…

I believe in pink.

I believe that laughing is the best calorie burner.

I believe in kissing, kissing a lot.

I believe in being strong when everything seems to be going wrong.

I believe that happy girls are the prettiest girls.

I believe that tomorrow is another day and I believe in miracles.

- Audrey Hepburn