If you could change just one big thing in your life right now, what would it be?

Hello Singing. That is a very worthwhile thing to change. I'm sure you'll love the health benefits. I have a friend who wanted to start exercising and talked and talked about it lol. One day, he just plain forced himself to go for a short walk. Now he walks each day, whatever the weather, and keeps incresing the distance he goes, week by week. He's discovered that he loves it! Beat of luck and wishes on going to the health club Karen

Hi Kitty :) Aww, is there any way you can move back to where you loved it so much? I feel for anyone who does not like where they live. Perhaps, soon enough, you'll be able to change that for the better! Take care and good luck with that. Karen

Yes, the movie should earn more than enough to buy you some good "wheels!" Seriously, though, who knows? In the not too distant future, you may well be able to make that a wish come true. I hope that for you! Have a beautiful day, Kitty.

Hello my friend I guess there is always a way, you know what they say if you want something bad enough , I think about it but there are other things that I have to think of as well for one you need a car to get around so we will see what the future holds, maybe after we make this movie lol

Being alone has come from being bullied and in two abusive mental relationships so it kind of puts you off people and definitely relationships, I am never my true self unless I am alone. Thanks for your added comment, appreciated and a very warm welcome to Mylot to you!

Hello Wolfie. When I was finally financially able to live alone after my divorce, the feeling of freedom to be myself was palpable! So of course, I wish you the best in your endeavor. The more steps you make to realize that dream, the better you will feel in the meantime. And visualizing the bungalow and setting, that is also a positive incentive. Again, the best to you. Karen

Hey, Wolfie, I know what you mean about wanting to be alone. I have a small son and used to have a needy husband and I craved alone time very badly. What I did and still do is get up a little earlier than I normally would so I can have some time alone to be just me. I usually spend that time journaling or something. It's not as good as being totally on your own, but it sure has helped me keep my sanity over the years.

Mine needs a big fat boot too! :-)

Hi Dawn. Now that is a to the point answer! LOL. The behind I most often am tempted to boot is my own! Ack! But at this age, that is difficult to reach with my own foot. Have a lovely day. Karen

I wish u the very best, karen.

Thank you, dear friend!

Hello there :) I crave for this same thing. I have concluded that the best thing is to take the best care of the self I now am, chronic illness and all. And if I do that, perhaps health will improve, since there is no cure. Happiness to you... Karen

I'll second that, if you have the determination and the positivity, you'll get through it. Good luck and I hope it all works out for you ;0)

Hello Sehlers. The year it took for my divorce to become final and the first year after were crazy indeed. I think you're wise to be working on the things that matter to you and seeking help in making these changes. Action is one of the best remedies for problems and worries :) My thoughts are with you, but I know you'll ultimately be fine. Karen

Very well said, Wolfie!!

Hi Cathie. I've already reached my fifties, and yet, I still pray for that additional wisdom. God is good and he does deliver. The desire to help people and to make a positive difference in this world burns deeply within many of us. I do believe that even as an individual, we truly can make strides...where we are right now with what God has given us. Mother Teresa, said in her wisdom: if you cannot feed a hundred hungry children, then feed one. God bless you in your quest. Karen

hi karen, thanks for the comment,make all efforts to have a new independent house,have a nice dy

I will do that, my friend. Have a lovely day!

Hello Yugasini...thank you. Is there a big thing in your life you would like to change or accomplish? I'd love it if you would share such a thing. I hope you're well and happy. Karen

Hello to you. I have a brother who felt at a young age much as you do. He got into health and body-building, educated himself on the process, and to this day, he works out with weights. He changed his physique, not for any other reason than it is what he wanted to do for himself. So I know that can be done. I wish you well in your endeavors! Karen

thanks, i will do my best.

Hello Peace. I think those are very admirable goals. I used to know some French, since I took one year of it in high school, but like you, I'd love to become fluent in a second language, since English is my only one. You do well with English here, and I'm sure you'll just keep getting better and better at it. Have a happy day! Karen

I think you're off to a great start :))

Hello my friend. I completely identify with that and work on it each day. I do have both conditions, as you, plus the pain and limitations that stem from permanent nerve damage from a spinal fusion put off too long--in order to satisfy all the rules of the insurance company. I think depression is a side effect of any/all chronic conditions that cause pain and limitations. For a long time, I was where you seem to be now, and have worked very hard to make whatever improvements I could to my health, as well as over-coming that feeling of extreme depression. I have a sister with similar illnesses and she just began a blog about them to help herself, and in the hope that she can also help others. My own site focusses on ways to build a positive life in spite of these obstacles. I've found it to be a good "therapy" of sorts. Might doing something similar be a help to you? My thoughts and prayers are with you always...I hope you know that by now. With great affection, Karen

Hello Ann. What a wonderful thing to strive for. I miss planting things in the ground, but am happy to have certain things in pots on the patio instead. I think it is nice for anyone who can, to have a 2nd home or a special place to retreat, rest, play, and recharge their energies. I hope you bring that to a reality in the future Karen

Hello Bunny. Single working moms carry such a huge load! In that, my heart goes out to you. I think you were wise to rearrange that load so that you can be with your children more often. I hope your new way of working/parenting will bring a measure of peace and happiness to you and your children. God bless you. Karen

Hello to you. That is a wonderful wish that you have for your parents. The troubled economy makes a difficult task even more difficult! Many of us are struggling harder than ever to "make ends meet." I hope your wish comes true. Have a beautiful day. Karen

Hello Tarachand. I used to have quite the temper, but the anger began to wear on my health...that, and I would always feel such guilt after an outburst of "rotten" words. I took steps not to anger quickly, and to use healthy outlets for what anger I did still have at times. And it helps to think things through and weigh the facts before coming to conclusions. Perhaps you would similar measures to be a help. May your day be a happy one! Karen

Hello Chenee. Finding something worthwhile to do when you've become bored with your life is a good idea. So is making desired changes for yourself. I hope your intention of going to the gym each day really helps. Thank you for sharing yourself here. Karen

Since we know the mess, money, and work involved, these are the things that are easy to put off. But, the results when finished are always worth it, even if tackled bit by bit. I hope your day is going well, Pat. Karen

Hi Jesssp. I think it's so nice that you like your life. And I'm sure eventually, you will be able to have the bigger house, as well. It's a lovely thing toward which you and your partner can work Blessings to you. Karen

Hi Shibham. I do not think anyone is "ugly," though we sometimes feel that we are. One of the hardest things to do is accept and love ourselves just as the Creator has made us. As I have gotten older, there was a time I felt ugly, and so I made myself stand before a mirror each day, just becoming familiar with myself and what I look like. The more I did this, the more I saw that I had many good things about my looks that I might have missed before, and then I no longer felt that I looked ugly. Be proud of your height, and if you gain confidence in yourself and respect of yourself, I think others WILL indeed see you as the educated college teacher that you are. Perhaps you could also get familiar with how you look as a whole person and not just look at what you think are flaws about yourself. I wish you a very good day, and a life of appreciating the person you are. Regards, Karen

Hello Adinata. Perhaps someday that is a dream that you will make come true. It does sound beautiful and exotic. Have you had a chance to visit there? I guess if I couldn't live there, I would visit as often as possible Good luck on your wish Karen