October Perspective

     It often occurs to me that after 20 years of Internet activity I must have built a mountain of data in the cloud.  Were it to be amassed in one place it might actually be at least a foothill.  Interestingly, it exists in accounts, blogs, submissions, replies and queries in a vest number of locations across cyberspace.
     What would be the purpose of stacking it all up?  Is it worth the effort of attempting to collect it all?  Whom would be the recipient of such a quantity of data?  Where would I put it?  When would it be needed or wanted?  Is it even possible to do?
     It is said that the creation of an online presence requires consistency and an identity.  My cyber inputs vary from regularly recurring to intermittent offerings to absolute absenteeism.  Whenever I create a post or spend time on a site my intentions are good.  My interest level is high, there is true enjoyment and a real sense of satisfaction for the work.  The more time I spend on a concept the greater the value becomes for me.  Honestly, in review I must say that the Internet has been my constant companion for more than two decades.
     Today, I post these thoughts with the intention of adding to my presence, identity, brand and continuing my personal development and education.  Ultimately from the effort expended growth is always the result.  Recognizing and appreciating this allows me the experience of joy, trust and hope.  Onward and upward!    

Video Blog Calendar

Found this EXCELLENT information on YouTube and had to share it! If you post videos this will help you increase your viewers. Oh yeah, Matt told me to do it.

Breakfasts

I love making delicious healthy breakfasts. They taste so good and keep me energized and feeling great throughout my day. I used to sacrifice breakfast due to poor planning and justified myself with a bulging lunch. More bad planning. These days, I structure my morning so there is plenty of time for communications, grooming, meal planning (also make a healthy lunch and snacks for work), dining, learning, personal care and  a little home maintenance. 

Saving the planet and keeping my world clean and healthy starts in the bathroom.

Water Conservation:

Simply shutting off running water when brushing or soaping saves many gallons of water a day.

Reusable Green Tools:

Cloths that can be washed and reused for cleaning rather than one-use disposable materials. Tissues and toilet paper made from recycled materials. Brushes that can be cleaned and used repeatedly. Towels made from organic cotton, hemp or bamboo. Shower curtain made from PVC (polyvinyl chloride)-free plastic or hemp.

Green Cleaning Products:

All-natural and organic cleaning products like distilled white vinegar and baking soda. One can kill mold and bacteria, shine faucets and porcelain, remove mineral buildups, clear slow drains, and keep toilet sanitized. Spray surface areas with 1 part vinegar and 1 part water, allow to sit 30 minutes, wipe dry with a clean cloth. In toilet bowl, spray, brush and allow to stand until the next flush.

Green Personal Products:

Use bathroom toiletries (soap, shampoo  toothpaste, deodorants, cosmetics, etc.) with all-natural, green organic ingredients.

Energy Efficient Lighting: 

Research facts when selecting the type of lighting to use. Practice energy conservative habits, turn lights off when not in a room and take advantage of natural light when available. Electric lighting is a major energy consumer. 

Attention to Sustainable Choices:

Just a few small changes will make my bathroom activities more enjoyable, healthier for me and less damaging to this beautiful world I love. Think globally, act locally.

The year 2012 is coming to an end.

2012 has been a year of interesting developments, beautiful experiences, fun adventures and various challenges. I have decided to start blogging again. Love posting photos and adding comments. This picture is of my Christmas Poinsettia plant. It has added color and cheer to the season. It also became a holiday greeting image that I posted to online friends. Want to get my "Webring Circles" blog started before the year changes so here it goes . . .