Let the Rain Fall Down...

It's so beautiful outside, the rain is feeding all the plants, grass and trees. The hills off of 80 are a gorgeous green. I love the rain so like the songs states, "Let the Rain Fall Down." As the rain fell I came across something to vent about. I was driving on I-80 West going towards Vallejo for my routine Pulmonary Function Test and guess what dampers my day. A really bad car accident =( Some people are just freakin stupid, why on earth would you drive reckless or even speed!!! Aghhh, you know damn fucken well the roads will respond differently when it rains. I mean the other people in cars have families and have a purpose to why they're on the freeway so who gave you the narcissistic crown to run the freakin road! Assholes!! I'm not trying to be belligerent or be a "T.E." aka Traffic Enforcer, I just wish people will be careful. (scene)
On a more cheerful and less cynical note:
This weekend is going to be fun! My niece is going to have a Hannah Montana birthday bash!! How fun is that right? Mix it all together and you'll get the best of both worlds! LOL I'm so excited we get to jump in bouncy houses! Well..I can't bounce too long because of my lungs but still it'll be fun. The cherry on top of the weekend is that my God daughter from Washington will be visiting for Easter! Yay!

Special K

Preface: I was raised Catholic, now I'm not a religious person but I practice any religion that makes myself a better person. So I decided to participate in Lent and I gave up something that I consider a sacrifice but improves my lifestyle. I'm a FOODIE, so being on a diet or giving up something that is definitely a challenge. Usually when I practice Lent I give up soda, chocolate, profanity but this time I gave up BEEF. Yes, no Nachos con Carne Asada, burgers, Pad-sew with beef, Spaghetti and STEAK!! Bare with me, it has been a challenge but it's nearing Easter usually when everyone rejoices and returns to their norms. I, on the other hand will try to continue this practice, I believe the no beef diet has improved my skin, my attitude and life in general. Still, my mouth salivates as I watch others eat steak but honestly I can really do without. On that note:

Hi my name is Rosemarie, and I'm going to try to do the Special K challenge, eat no or less beef and exercise as much as my body can handle. Have a beautiful Monday!

I'm a Little Teapot

I've been feeling quite lethargic lately. I have a new digital ulcer and it's overwhelmingly draining my energy. I was ulcer free for two weeks this year and it came back. I know how I got it too...I was shelving a new book and this book weighed almost a pound and I must of lost my grip and it landed spine part on my right ring finger. I wanted to scream but I bit my tongue and let my hair cover my face. I was in excruciating pain, tears fell from eyes...it hurt so mutha fucken bad.

Teachings on Love

If there is one book you read in your life, I truly recommend reading Teachings on Love by Thich Nhat Hanh. I was raised Catholic and I respect all religions and beliefs. I know God loves me as long as I have understanding, compassion, joy and love and I share it with others. I live with Systemic Scleroderma and everyday that I'm alive and breathing it is a blessing. I wanted to share this passage with you,

"One compassionate word, action, or thought, can reduce another person's suffering and bring him joy. One word can give comfort and confidence, and destroy doubt. help someone avoid a mistake, reconcile a conflict,or open a door to liberation. One action can save a person's life or help him take advantage of a rare opportunity. One thought can do the same, because thoughts always lead to words and actions. With compassion in our heart, every thought, word, and deed can bring a miracle.

When I was a novice, I could not understand why, if the world is filled with suffering, the Buddha has such a beautiful smile. Why isn't the disturbed by all the suffering? Later I discovered that the Buddha has enough understanding, calm and strength; that is why the suffering does not overwhelm him He is able to smile to suffering because he knows how to take care of it and to help transform it We need to be aware of the suffering, but retain our clarity, calmness, and strength so we can help transform the situation. The ocean of tears cannot drown us if karuna is there. That is why the Buddha's smile is possible."

I hope you read this book, it's seriously bibliotherapy Thank you Thay!
Happy Friday All!