Joe: “I broke a mirror in my house. That’s supposed to mean 7 years bad luck.”
Pete: “Do you believe that?”
Joe: “No. My lawyer told me he can get me three to five.”
Day: April 30, 2023
Inspiring Quote of the Day ~ Wonder & Awe
One cannot help but be in awe when
[one] contemplates the mysteries of eternity,
of life, of the marvelous structure of reality.
Poem of the Day ~ Life is Fine
Life is Fine
Langston Hughes
I went down to the river,
I set down on the bank.
I tried to think but couldn’t,
So I jumped in and sank.
I came up once and hollered!
I came up twice and cried!
If that water hadn’t a-been so cold
I might’ve sunk and died.
But it was Cold in that water! It was cold!
I took the elevator
Sixteen floors above the ground.
I thought about my baby
And thought I would jump down.
I stood there and I hollered!
I stood there and I cried!
If it hadn’t a-been so high
I might’ve jumped and died.
But it was High up there! It was high!
So since I’m still here livin’,
I guess I will live on.
I could’ve died for love—
But for livin’ I was born
Though you may hear me holler,
And you may see me cry—
I’ll be dogged, sweet baby,
If you gonna see me die.
Life is fine! Fine as wine! Life is fine!
Health Tip of the Day ~ What Fruits Have the Lowest Carbs?
8 Fruits with Low Carbs – Lowest to Highest
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- Avocado: Avocado is a fruit that is low in carbohydrates and high in healthy fats. It contains about 2 grams of net carbs per 100 grams.
- Olives: Olives are another fruit that is low in carbs and high in healthy fats. They contain only 3 grams of net carbs per 100 grams.
- Tomatoes: Tomatoes are a low-carb fruit that is rich in vitamin C, potassium, and lycopene. They contain about 4 grams of net carbs per 100 grams.
- Strawberries: Strawberries are a delicious and nutritious low-carb fruit that is high in vitamin C, fiber, and antioxidants. They contain about 7 grams of net carbs per 100 grams.
- Peaches: Peaches are a low-carb fruit that is high in vitamin C, potassium, and fiber. They contain about 9 grams of net carbs per 100 grams.
- Watermelon: Watermelon is a refreshing and low-carb fruit that is high in vitamin C, potassium, and lycopene. It contains about 8 grams of net carbs per 100 grams.
- Cantaloupe: Cantaloupe is a low-carb fruit that is high in vitamin C, potassium, and beta-carotene. It contains about 8 grams of net carbs per 100 grams.
- Pineapple: Pineapple is a delicious tropical fruit that is low in carbs and high in vitamin C and bromelain. It contains about 13 grams of net carbs per 100 grams.
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Please note that the carb content of fruits can vary based on factors such as ripeness, serving size, and preparation method. It is always important to consider your individual dietary needs and consult with a healthcare professional before making any significant changes to your diet.
Source: ChatGPT
Feeling Good Tip of the Day ~ Stop, Look, & Listen
“University of Michigan psychologist Ethan Kross defines awe as “the wonder we feel when we encounter something powerful that we can’t easily explain.” Often the things which bring us awe have an element of vastness and complexity. Think of a starry night sky, an act of great kindness, or the beauty of something small and intricate. During your workday the colors of the leaves outside your office or an act of sacrifice by a colleague could prompt a similar feeling — especially if you are attuned to it.” Source
NOTE: Step away from the familiar and routine. Later tonight, turn off the TV and step outside and gaze at the night sky. Look at the constellations. Let wonder and awe take hold of you. Other ways are to watch young children at play or birds darting around. Wonder and awe surrounds us if we stop, look, and listen. Enjoy each wonder-filled moment.
Daughter & Dad Podcast Episode #3
My daughter Pru and I created this podcast for your enjoyment and to show how a daughter and dad can have a great relationship. In this podcast we talk about bees, foxes, shishito peppers, and rescue dog and their African grey parrot friends. There are other topics as well so you’ll have to listen to catch all the good stuff.
The podcast is also available on all podcast venues. Please subscribe and hit the like the button.
Positive Thought of the Day ~ What Are You Doing with Your Life?
“The only person you are destined to become is the person you decide to be.”
NOTE: One of life’s great journeys is to discover who we are. We discover it by finding the meaning in our life and having the sense of knowing that this is what I was born to be and do. When that day arrives, you’ll know and nothing will stop you from living it to its fullest.
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