The World according to WP Bloggers…

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Who is your favorite blogger to follow?

The truth is most of us would like a brief glimpse of our name up there in bright lights. A nanosecond, enough time to gulp and blush.

But the fact is this is a diverse community with doors and windows opening and closing. Folk coming and going- sometimes with lots to say, other times not so much.

And that is where the energy is- within this space where, on a daily basis, there’s wisdom to be gained, laughs to be had, a hug to be given. Stories, opinions, thoughts, ideas.. It’s all here. In the peaceful surroundings WP provides,

So, choosing a favourite doesn’t really work per se. ‘Favourites’ yes, that I get. So we follow, mingle, read, enjoy, and acknowledge( like) the blogs with what time we have. And I, for one, love it here.

Sleep tight

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What do you do to improve your sleep?

We have all heard or read the rules regarding getting a good night’s sleep.

A cozy sanctuary, clean sheets, uncluttered room, limited food, alcohol and screen time leading up to it.

An open window and  your head facing south -according to Feng Shui.

No animals on the bed ( yeah right) and of course it would help if you don’t have a lumpy mattress, your partner snores or live somewhere too guiet( for some) or too noisy outside (for others)

We don’t want or need it too hot or too cold, either

Over tired, a busy brain, the list could go on for a bit, eh?

But my own thought is to go to bed with a clear conscience.

Don’t look back in anger

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What’s a time you followed your gut and it turned out to be exactly right?

Truth is, I have never been any good at following my gut. Much to my own detriment, I guess.

A combination of wanting to see the best in people being too giving, lenient, forgiving, and trusting mixed with heavens only knows what I’ve rarely got things exactly right.

But that was then, and this now, I’ve changed a lot recently. It’s taken me until this age to see. But my eyes are open wide and the big picture is totally in focus.

Getting older doesn’t mean you lose it… it can mean you refine and be at peace with yourself.

The Daily Prompts can take us places…

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Which languages do you speak and how did that impact your life?

The multilingual amongst us will get to shine the brightest today..and so you should! The ability to converse in other languages is some superpower in my eyes.

When English is your mother tongue, there is less of an incentive to learn another. Lazy of us, I think.

There was a time I was familiar with hearing Arabic and Tamil on a daily basis, and if I had stayed in that place, I might be holding my own.  As it is the only practice I get now with Tamil is with the lad at the petrol station who appears remarkably impressed I can say hello, ask him if he’s had his breakfast then thank him and say goodbye. Bless him.

( He can speak several languages and has a degree in engineering. He’s humble and kind)

I think sometimes that I wish I had stayed overseas…

My lovely friend Sister Mary. Beautiful inside and out

The Elders know

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What’s the best advice you’d give to someone younger than yourself

Never ever having a mentor has been the  bane of my life.

I don’t want to say to a youngster if someone shows interest in you go with it, because their intentions may not be good for you.

But if there is a figure in your life, you totally trust-then listen.

If you ever you’re freaked out by someone, tell someone else. They don’t listen, tell someone else.

Once upon a time, apprenticeships used to be something, an honourable thing – life-long leaning was passed on. Like many cultures worldwide, the elders held the wisdom.

I’m rambling, but  I guess what I’m trying to say is if you recognise an elder who has an ability you aspire to gain, listen, watch,take it in and question.Stretch your brain and imagination at every opportunity.