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The preeminence of cell phone, earphones and earbuds I believe is creating an epidemic of Schizophrenia in our country. We become so used to hearing voices constantly without actual people around us that when such devices are withdrawn a phantom voice can easily come into the picture.  Our minds are much more open to here these voices and our immune society is also weakened to fight back. We also are become more isolated from “the real world” as we stay tuned into those things literally we’re connected to instead. To help prevent this theory from become a prevalent philosophy maybe it’s time to tune out and tune into the sounds that come from loved ones and the real world around us instead.

My table is a bit smaller this year but my thankfulness is plentiful. Here are a few things (below) I’ve added to the table.

(1) HEALTHY-  Many a loved one has gone through difficult moments this year and although the war might not be won their appears to be a genuine ceasefire on this front.

(2) FREEDOM-  Not only have the election results caused me to believe that freedom will burn even brighter in the coming year but justice in my own personal life has me savoring this more ever day.

(3) INDEPENDENCE-  The country appears to be on a path that is less dependent on others as I am less depended on being a people pleaser as well.

(4) PEACE-  G-D willing the new path our country has taken will bring peace to many areas suffering and the new paths I’ve discovered will allow me to continue to reap this path in the coming year.

(5) SECURITY-  It appears we will be more safe and secure on our streets and on our borders with the new policies ahead. I  personally feel more secure with the quality of  police force defending justice on this corner of my world.

For too many “Thanksgiving” is just an illustration of what is others heart. They might be suffering from too many pains that feeling thankful is very hard. Maybe they are alone this holiday season or in such a toxic relationship they wish they were. They could be individuals suffering from mental health conditions are feel left out with the way the country is going.  I can understand their pain and feel for them during their time of despair. So let me give these individuals a bit of hope (below) and if this is your image is one in your mirror I hope it will give you a moment to look away as well.

(1) BREATHING- Try to take a moment to take a few extra deep breaths and focus on the ability to do so.

(2) 5 SENSES–  Explore the fives senses around in a way that is mindful of these abilities you have and/or focus more on the ones you have.

(3) CHANGE– Think about the ability to change and just do it even if it’s wearing a new type of shirt and see the door opening in a direction you never saw coming.

(4) CONTACT-  Speak to someone that is in your contact list but hasn’t been contacted recently and enjoy the conversation going forward.

(5 ) REMINENCE-  Take the dust off your old photo album and enjoy a memory or two from the past to bring some hope toward your future.

(6) STUDY – Look at those who came before and discover the trials and tribulations they encountered to put you way you’ve landed as you seek a brighter future.

(7) FREE –   Explore the freedom you have right now not allowing worry or fear drag you down.

Every once in awhile I fall I-N. Where the views I hold are generally part of the “mainstream” and as the Rebel in me appears to be less so. With Trump scoring the popular vote and continuing to be in the majority dare I say I am as well?   It’s strange when this occurs and being who I am I probably won’t let it last. I’ll find a way to eat, drink or speak outside the bubble even as the bubble appears to be swallowing M-E.  Here are some rebel ways I still exist (below) more… coming soon.

(1) Mixed Cereal– I mix various cereals together in my breakfast plan.

(2) Border Faith– My faith line is on the boundaries of many different lines in Judiasm.

(3)  Pets-  Let’s just say I’m not a one dog family

(4) Acting my age-  My calendar doesn’t determine the way I act in anyway although my steps might be a bit slower.

(5)  Entertainment –  I don’t fit the categories I’m supposed to belong to.

They say most woman don’t want to be “objectified” but Diet Pepsi by Addison Rae hotly disagrees with that.  For this song is all about what “Addison” brings to the screen and let me say it’s not PG. One can say it’s just Addison interpretation but this song is jumping up the charts and it has nothing to do with the drink just the thirst. Addison man in this video is acting like he doesn’t care even as she puts in star played performance that would make any man drool.  Let’s face it as much as we fight it S-E-X/objectify  still sells as Addison clearly demonstrates. The times they maybe a changing but maybe in a direction that comes from the past.

I’m in a world all alone. This feels so true especially in a crowded room where their thoughts see so far from mine. I will leap to something controversial to draw them in even though I know it eventually will pull me apart. The only hope is the “creations” I make as  just for a moment they look, feel and most significantly understand M-E. They can understand the pain, happiness, loneliness and just plain confusion which lies beneath as they study what came within.  So, I will continue to create and hope that will build some type of community that allows them to actually see M-E.

“In Search Of” will be a show that seeks the genius hidden before our eyes. These will be individuals whom society has deemed as “dependable” but where their brilliance/creative and/or unique minds outshines the “normal”.  This show will focus on the struggles they have and the opportunity we are missing by not looking deeper within. “In Search Of” the show that showcases talent hidden from our eyes.

When!!  When will it be my time!!  Don’t get me wrong I’m far from perfect but I’m sitting here waiting for what appears to be ever and so I ask when? They say one must go through hell to get to paradise but honestly I feel burnt. G-D just tell me when! I’ve witnessed others do so much and not see the pain and plight on my plight how is this just? I’ know I should have asked for you but I’m exhausted and wanted a way out. Please make when now!!

Does this sound familiar in your life’s journey well don’t despair because the when might be in a higher calendar book. At least that is the story we see from Joseph and the plight we as Jews have been taking especially since October 7th but I pray and believe that calendar is just about to become wide open. The story of Rocky was originated with Joseph but now it is all around us In ways many believe were impossible only a few months ago. Where those cast aside or making a great return.  Therefore the challenge might not be when but what we do afterwards that will make this truly become the age of Mosiah. For just as Joseph became a leader in his days when he least expected to so we might be thrust in such a position. G-D willing this time the outcome will be different then the days after Joseph. where true freedom, knowledge and love of the almighty is not just now but forever.

When one is not sure what path to take ask the one who truly decides. Let G-D provide you the answer not necessarily with words by judging what happens after you request. Allow that sign be your guiding post to what is next in your life and see the beauty that is truly found when listening to the higher authority.

SW- Let’s face it Matt Gaetz is going to give us trouble in the House he’s a firebomb.

DT-  You’re right let’s appoint him Attorney General

SW-  Don’t get me wrong he’s been loyal to you but those allegations even if they are totally false are going to…

DT-  Precisely, and I’ll give my base some extra red meat while Gaetz will realize the pressure is to much and pull out.

SW-  Gaetz is pretty hard to control but I guess if the writing is on the wall.

DT-  He’ll start painting and Pam will jump in just as we really planned. This will give her additional “relief” during the confirmation much easier.

SW-  Check mate.