Your Goat Gets Got A Lot

Use Your Words

The word is your oyster, and so is the world, when you use your words.

Your Goat Gets Got A Lot

Halo

You’ll never believe what happened to me at a big-box name brand store.

Your Goat Gets Got A Lot

1-800-KARMA

Living the dream within fifteen minutes or less.

Your Goat Gets Got A Lot

The Belle

You too can dwell in the consciousness of “ALL IS WELL.”

Your Goat Gets Got A Lot

Calling Card

It’s all about inspiration and a little bit of levity.

Your Goat Gets Got A Lot

Go Higher

What to say to an ego that won’t let go.

Your Goat Gets Got A Lot

A Wise Word

Wise words from an 89-year-old hot shot to a newlywed husband.

Your Goat Gets Got A Lot

Not So Subtle

From subtle to sublime, it’s your choice every time.

Your Goat Gets Got A Lot

Deeply, Truly

How to take that first dive into the world of possibilities.

Your Goat Gets Got A Lot

To Forgive

Forgiveness: Now that’s a hard pill to swallow.

Your Goat Gets Got A Lot

The Bear Facts

From follies to facts, and why we need to pay attention.

Your Goat Gets Got A Lot

Free-range

Quieting the mind with some good old common sense.

Your Goat Gets Got A Lot

Fuss Butt

How not to freak out when company visits. But don’t listen to me. I freak out.

Your Goat Gets Got A Lot

Sensei

My face takes on the appearance of a mood ring.

Your Goat Gets Got A Lot

Grow On

Unexpected advice from a spiritual counselor.

Your Goat Gets Got A Lot

True Grit

This is where my petticoat and I brave it alone.

Your Goat Gets Got A Lot

True Love

The “tsunami” hit around 3 p.m.

Finding Your Yes

Breathe

Memories of a Forgotten Lifetime

Your Goat Gets Got A Lot

Work-arounds

The fireworks began a little earlier than planned.

Your Goat Gets Got A Lot

Mistakes

My Higher Self decided it was time to step in on my behalf.

Your Goat Gets Got A Lot

Delayed

There is a good reason why.

Breathe

Memories of a Forgotten Lifetime

Rearview Mirror

His calm energy fortified my mind.

These are the words you don’t want to hear from the person standing behind you in line at the checkout counter, “I think I need to get tested for Covid.” And after stating this comment to their friend, this individual proceeded to cough up a kitten. Did I mention we were all packed in like sardines in a tin can?

At this point my eyes began to spin like two pinwheels.  Three quarters of our purchases had been scanned and bagged with one quarter remaining to go. My husband had just removed his credit card from his wallet. Do I run?  Do I scream?  Do I yell, “Fire?”

Despite my best efforts, panic had taken hold of me, and I’m not exactly the calmest person to be around when it involves contagious diseases. Whereas my husband, he remains calm and carries on.

Without a doubt, these past four years have been most difficult for the world at large. My heart goes out to each and every individual whose life was affected by Covid. At this point in time, facial masks were no longer required or a common sight.

When the last bag was packed, my husband and I quickly sped off to the safety of our SUV.  Once inside, I slathered sanitizer all over my hands.  I was dripping with sanitizer. Within moments, I began to calm the fear taking root in my mind.  I made a conscious effort to focus on anything and everything that made me feel happy; the beautiful ride home, the lovely weather, and the wonderful company of my loving husband. These thoughts provided me with much comfort.

Just like clouds passing overhead, every now and then I would hear the word Covid replay in my mind. And each time, I would address my fear by diverting my attention to something beautiful and uplifting. It took a concerted effort on my part to remain in a peaceful state.  However, I had the added bonus of sitting right next to my rock solid husband, a person who truly lives in the Now, where the past remains in the rearview mirror. His calm energy fortified my mind and helped to neutralize the fear.

By the time we arrived home, I had for the most part let go of the situation at the checkout counter, where it was no longer taking up space in my mind. This was a turning point for me and one I will reflect back upon for future use.  I was proud of the fact that I kept calm and carried on.