2024 "CAT'S PAW INN"

~  Making Memories  ~

As the seasons change, lives change and new lives are formed.

Year after year..

life is never the same.  We must take our memories,   carry forward to our desires and what makes us the person we want to be.

Wether it is keeping a diary, while forming our thoughts, our needs and desires on paper or a computer..

It is important to know that what we feed out brain has a large impact on our health and what  lies ahead.

Our brains are amazing and the body follows.  

Feed that 2nd brain in the gut life foods.

Feed our 1st brain all the wonderful thoughts even though they are not yet written in stone.

You are stronger than you realize.  Move with the seasons and build on the changes, with love in our hearts!

~ Growing Older ~

We all grow older in different ways.

It should be as it says..."growing".

We never stop learning and it is up to us to decide how we want to grow.  We are not done with life, only finding a new path and new ways of doing things.

As individuals, we should become more patient and resilient as we age.  Anger, resentment and frustration get us no where.  As all things on this earth, we should adapt and move forward in growth.  

Despite our challenges, maybe we are just where we need to be, .... 

but having to create new ways of blooming into the best we can be 

for ourselves in happiness.

~ What lies ahead ~

As the days pass, we are often stopped in our thoughts to explore what will the future hold?  How long of a life will I have?   What do I really want down the line when things are different and maybe difficult?

Is there a god, where will I go?  Do I care what becomes of all the silly "stuff" of this earthly existence?

The time is now for the making of memories, loves, happiness, smiles, touch and caring.

There should be no hate or despise or regret as my time gets near.

Does it matter that the "bucket list" did not get finished?  Isnt it just more stuff, that might lead to regret?  They say to start thinking of our end way before its due because you never know when it will arrive.

Comfort without pain is paramount.  Is there such a thing as "a good death?"

Plan for your favorite music, favorite smell, favorite meal and drink and have those you love by your side if you wish.

What lies ahead is up to "YOU",

 not your family's or friends wishes.  Keep in mind it will be your "birth" into another journey.  You are the captain of the ship, so proudly sail it into your dreams and desires of tomorrow.

~ Change ~ 

Just as seasons change, our lives change.  Many times in ways we would have never anticipated.

What leads us to a full life is to find meaning in each day, each moment, each season of challenges.

Although not easy, we should have faith that that there is love in even the uncomfortable things we feel.

Write down those feelings, shout them to the world and share what you think. 

Now is the time for growth despite the trials.  We learn new things constantly.  Use them as building blocks of the 

here and now.

Learn how to feel blessings and gratitude in even the smallest things each day.

~ Losses  - 

As I write this months cat paw snippets , I grieve  the loss of my best friend last month...

my husband.  

Although as a nurse, I've  experienced losses of my patients over the last 40 years, but no comparison to loss of a spouse.  We married 45 years ago and the sunshine, moon and stars was a heartbeat away.  He was my everything.  

We are never prepared, no matter how much you plan.  The paperwork and finances are only a speck in the dust.     It is the daily sound, smell, voice and touch that is  the missing and tearing ache felt each day. 

 But with the pain, there arrives a need to go on, build, create, make meaning of this unbelievable change in your life.  Take those precious memories and share them, create light that shines in showing yourself and others that love is not lost and will always be there in heart  and soul. 

 Grieve with open arms and embrace life as a blessing with meaning to hold dear.  Now is the time to open your eyes and see all the beauty around us and know they will always be near.

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~ GROUNDING ~

What is it in nature?

What does the research say?

How long have we known about it ?

Why do you need it ?

Cant we just go hug a tree?

Ok, first of all, its spring and for most of us, we are not able to plant our feet in the grass outside.

And for many, there is no grass, only snow, and cold 

dirt and rocks.

But, The energy of the earth and nature can be achieved in other ways as well.

It states that we have known about "grounding" of electrical charges , (the discharge of electrostatically charged components)...

 since the 6th century BC.

Grounding and its health benefits have existed for thousands of years 

years in traditional Chinese medicine, Aboriginal cultures, and Indigenous communities.

Also,  In the 1800s, well-known German scientists began proposing walking barefoot for health benefits and the down sides of wearing rubber soled shoes.

Its documented that rapid resolution of painful chronic inflammation was confirmed in 20 case studies using medical infrared imaging.

It has been noted that the Earth's natural electric charge stabilizes the physiology at the deepest levels, reducing inflammation, pain, and stress, improves blood flow, energy, and sleep, and generates greater well-being.

Research shows grounding increases the surface charge on red blood cells and thereby reduces blood viscosity and clumping.

Grounding can also reduce oxidative stress, which may protect against neurodegenerative diseases. By regulating cortisol levels, grounding can help improve cognitive function and memory. 

So you see, there is much said about grounding the body for health, and  it has been known about for hundreds of years.

There are grounding mats and grounding sheets as well,  esp. for the winter months.....

that plug into the grounding port of your wall socket, that travels to the outside of your house and into the ground itself.

There is so much good to be learned from this, so use this as a starting point and.... 

.....go find your newest tool 

for your 

optimal health !

~ DIS-EASE ~

As we move into Winter, one may look around and say that everything is dying off.

In reality, it is just life's seasons in which nature promotes birth.

Others may point out that it appears depressing, mentally cold and diseased, 

... as the leaves fall and gardens look dead.

In reality, there is so much activity happening with nature, animals and insects that we do not see,

... even underneath that blanket of

 rain, snow, clouds and ice.

Outside, "dis-ease" 

only appears to be against the growth of life.

But, within natures quiet stillness,  there are echos to be heard, 

... as newness is being brought forth.

Step outside to alert your senses and open your mind,

...and delight in the fresh air, the sounds, sights and smells.

~~~~~~~~~

And too, Just as any  dis-ease growing within our Body, 

... the cells are crying out to be noticed.  

In its infancy,

 it sends us notices in the forms of symptoms,  

... that a "season" is about to change.

If we listen well, 

we are being told to give birth to new 

Health Routines.

Even if we don't listen to our bodies cry's for change, 

...many of our cells and tissues continue to renew themselves without us even intervening.

However,  just as nature can become exhausted and diseased with toxins, 

... our livelihood and existence can as destroyed as well, mentally, physically and spiritually.

Therefore, we need to give ourselves the correct nutrients

 to assist in removal 

of these wastes.

Nutrients in the form  of:

 Water 

(our rain), 

Proper Foods 

(our soil) ,

Movement 

to get rid of waste 

(our wind), 

And Rest 

(allowing Growth), and Healing,

... by also decreasing stress chemicals, toxins & other sources of cellular enemies.

You see, 

we are pretty much a part of nature, 

as it is...  "us."

Dis--Ease is a necessary part of the life cycle, but we can assist the seasons of our life,

...  by listening to what our body 's are trying to tell us.

We can take a stand, make changes,

and  create  patience and positive motivation.

By making changes, we can slow down dis-ease, 

and many times actually reverse it

 as well.

Its a new year now,

... and time to pay attention at what "season"  of

 Well-ness or Ill-ness we are in.

Be in the moment 

of each day ,

... and let us start 

listening more closely to our 

"bodies requests",

 for assistance ,

... in its needs to provide optimal health in any 

stage of life !

~ BRINGING IT ALL TOGETHER ~

It's time to take a moment to give gratitude and blessings for what we have in our lives.

 Wether you feel you have a little or a lot to be thankful for, lets not forget 

 Health & Wellness.

So for this season, look deeply into how you are taking care of YOU!

 "WATER" is needed for that 70% part of our whole body, to operate properly.

"It is Life"

"PROPER FOODS "

like Vegetables, fruits and proteins keep our 2nd Brain

"the Gut "  

    working happily.   

It communicates with our brain & hormones for proficiency.

"SLEEP" time is our

"Bodies Repair Time", 

so no blue light, drinks or food 3 hours before.

"ACTIVITY" is a must 

and the mentality of

 "Use it or loose it" 

is mandatory for efficiency of all other systems and organs.

 "MENTAL HEALTH" is the key.  

"You are what you tell your body."  

So pocket the negative and 

let Positive flow off of your tongue.  The Brain listens to you!

Make these 

5 golden rules, yours 

for Optimal Health.

No mater your age,

It will be the best gift you've ever given to yourself.

Remember to take baby steps in any new routine.

"Moderation"

with Blessings.

~  MOVEMENT  ~   

What is it?  A change in position wether it is physical or social.

Don't let the fall cool weather keep you from following through with either.

In the case of physical, which is ultimately mental as well...the body works to keep equilibrium.  But change is needed to keep the necessary metabolism working for removing wastes, and carrying oxygen and nutrients to the whole body.

Remember, it is a use it or loose it!!!

With social movement, it is carrying out those heartfelt visions so change can happen.

Without movement, life becomes stagnate.

Wether it is political, environmentalism, gay rights or standing up for racial injustice;

We as humans must evolve to create a better self and world.

Just as the trees shed their leaves with movement, so a new day and a new beginning exists 

as well. 

 Movement is at the heart of all

"Life & Living"