Month: June 2024

Today’s Poem: Touched by an Angel by Maya Angelou

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Touched by an Angel

Maya Angelou

We, unaccustomed to courage
exiles from delight
live coiled in shells of loneliness
until love leaves its high holy temple
and comes into our sight
to liberate us into life.

Love arrives
and in its train come ecstasies
old memories of pleasure
ancient histories of pain.
Yet if we are bold,
love strikes away the chains of fear
from our souls.

We are weaned from our timidity
In the flush of love’s light
we dare be brave
And suddenly we see
that love costs all we are
and will ever be.
Yet it is only love
which sets us free.

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Health Fact: DYK this about Asparagus

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Rich Source of Inulin: Asparagus is a great source of inulin, a type of prebiotic fiber. Inulin isn’t digested in the stomach but travels to the large intestine, where it promotes the growth of beneficial gut bacteria. This can improve digestive health and boost the immune system.

High in Folate: Asparagus is exceptionally high in folate (vitamin B9), which is crucial for DNA synthesis and repair, cell division, and growth. Folate is particularly important for pregnant women, as it supports the healthy development of the fetus and helps prevent neural tube defects.

Today’s Joke: Joe’s Proud of His University

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Joe: “94 percent of graduates from my university were placed in jobs.”

Pete: “What about the other 5 percent?”

Joe: “They were English majors.”

Today’s Thought: Celebrate Family

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I’m writing this post while I visit family. Family, for me, has been a bedrock of strength. We celebrate together. We cry together. We get upset with each other. And, we forgive each other. We know we can count on each other. In my experience, love and forgiveness are the glue that holds a family together. I hope your experience of family is a good one.

Brain Teaser Alert: Can You Decode This Anagram?    

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Welcome to our daily anagram challenge! Test your word-solving skills with today’s anagram puzzle. Unscramble the letters to reveal the hidden word or phrase, and submit your answer to see if you’re correct. Happy puzzling!

Today’s Anagram: 

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Today’s Quote: Kindness Brightens Our Day

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Kind hearts are the gardens, Kind thoughts are the roots, Kind words are the flowers, Kind deeds are the fruits, Take care of your garden And keep out the weeds, Fill it with sunshine, Kind words, and Kind deeds. ~ Henry Wadsworth Longfellow

Today’s Poem: Hope by Mary Baker Eddy

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Hope

Mary Baker Eddy

Tis borne on the zephyr at eventide’s hour;
    It falls on the heart like the dew on the flower,–
    An infinite essence from tropic to pole,
    The promise, the home, and the heaven of Soul.

    Hope happifies life, at the altar or bower,
    And loosens the fetters of pride and of power;
    It comes through our tears, as the soft summer rain,
    To beautify, bless, and make joyful again.

    The harp of the minstrel, the treasure of time;
    A rainbow of rapture, o’erarching, divine;
    The God-given mandate that speaks from above,–
    No place for earth’s idols, but hope thou, and love.

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Health Fact: Little-Known but Important Health Fact About Arthritis

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Gut Health Connection

Emerging research suggests a strong link between gut health and arthritis, particularly rheumatoid arthritis. The gut microbiome, which consists of trillions of microorganisms living in the digestive tract, plays a crucial role in regulating immune function and inflammation. An imbalance in the gut microbiome, known as dysbiosis, can contribute to the development and progression of inflammatory arthritis. Probiotics, prebiotics, and a diet rich in fiber may help maintain a healthy gut microbiome and potentially reduce arthritis symptoms.

Today’s Joke: Joe’s Dropping His Night Class

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Joe: “I dropped out of my biology night class.”

Pete: “Did you have a work conflict?”

Joe: “No. I think the professor had two many skeletons in hsi closet.”

Finding Light in the Darkness: Hope and Healing Through Grief – Episode 109

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Welcome to Episode 109 of “Journey from Grief to Healing” with Dr. Ray Calabrese. In this episode, Dr. Ray delves into the profound feelings of loneliness and despair that accompany the loss of a loved one. Drawing inspiration from Walter D. Lamar’s poignant poem “Alone,” he explores the metaphorical ‘winter’ that engulfs those who grieve.

Dr. Ray discusses the importance of shifting focus from inward pain to outward connection, using analogies to illustrate the healing process. He emphasizes the role of patience and hope, quoting insightful thoughts from Daniel Goleman and Father Henri Nouwen .

Listeners are encouraged to embrace the light of hope and patience, guiding them from the darkness of grief to the light of healing. Join Dr. Ray as he offers comforting words and practical advice to help you navigate your journey of grief and find renewed joy in life.

If you find this podcast helpful, please share it with a friend and subscribe for future episodes. Visit Dr. Ray’s’ blog at dancingalone530.com for more positive and uplifting content. Have a story of hope and strength to share? Email Dr. Ray at ray.brese@gmail.com.

Stay strong, never quit, and remember: love always wins.

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