What are you good at?

What am I good at? I would like to say writing, but I don’t want to big note myself and that depends on the opinion of those who read what I write.

My friends tell me that I am a powerful force for positivity and goodwill. I like being told that as I do strive to be a positive influence on my loved ones. I would like to be remembered as a kind and decent person, who shared her faith and spread love.

What does “having it all” mean to you? Is it attainable?

I am bemused by today’s topic because I believe in Karma and I think the greed in striving to “have it all” is a big part of the evil in our society This is my second response to today’s topic.

If you believe that you need to “have it all” and do so, by means that are greedy, vengeful or do damage to other people,  then karma will play a big part and you will be the ultimate loser.  You can’t generate good karma by questionable evil means. The universe doesn’t operate like that.   Remember we ultimately reap what we sow in the end.   What would you like to be remembered for, someone who was driven by greed and selfishness or someone who shared what they had regardless of the size of their bounty.

I have no doubt that God plays a role in karma and brings about bad karma for those who do wrong by his teachings.   I have no doubt that  God is appalled by some of the actions of some of his children.

If you believe in God, then you must also believe 🙏 in heaven.  To me heaven is a place where greed does not exist, as all of Gods children there will share in the bounty.  Greed and selfishness do not exist in heaven.

At times I wish heaven were a place on 🌎 earth, where we could solve the problems of poverty and greed during our lifetime.

A friend of mine, a fellow artist and dreamer used to say the problems of the world 🌎 would be solved if all the world would learn to share. That would be utopia, heaven on earth.

Such is life.

What does “having it all” mean to you? Is it attainable?

I am bemused by today’s topic because I believe that the greed and selfishness of striving ” to have it all” is responsible for some of the evil in today’s society

There exists someone in my life who seeks to improve their standing and influence by means that are questionable and selfish. This person is greedy and jealous in some ways and seeks to bring about good karma for themselves, by bringing about bad karma for me. Unfortunately this person does have some influence on the circumstances I am in. I wish this person well, because I know you can’t bring about good karma for yourself by trying to bring about bad karma for another. The universe just doesn’t operate like that.

Such is life.

Who would you like to talk to soon?

The 2 people I would most like to talk to are my father and Susanna. I feel they both watch over me. My father passed away in 1997 and I miss him and know he would be proud of my achievements 🙏 since he passed way

Of course I would love to see my beautiful angel lady Susanna again. Cancer claimed her too soon. Kathryn and I both believe that Susanna is running a tearooms up in heaven,and we both look forward to visiting it sometime in the future.

What personal belongings do you hold most dear?

Just like everyone I have personal possessions that have great sentimental value, and I also have a couple of prized possessions that I have lost recently and lament losing them.

The possessions that I have lost recently are jewellery that was given to me by loved one’s 😍. Susanna had given me a strand of cultured pearls and I loved them very much,…… much to my horror they are missing….. and I have a fait idea who did that. Someone who was jealous of my friendship with Susanna and was acting towards me like she had an axe to grind. We live and learn and I lament losing something that meant so much to me.

I also this week lost a diamond 💎 stud earring that had been given to me by my nephew and his fiance. I wanted these earrings to be my forever earrings. I treasured them so much and feel sad I have lost one.

Another thing I treasure is an oil 🖼 painting that a good friend gave me. It is only a small painting but I love it so much, particularly now that friend had passed away several years ago.

I treasure my record collection and in particular the silver vinyl version of Crowded Houses latest record, which was a Christmas gift from a friend.

The possession I treasure most in the world 🌎 is…………. my little dog 🐕 Lily. She brings me love and joy by the bucket 🪣 loads.

Do you have any collections?

Yes I do have some collections. I own quite a collection of vinyl records and CDs. My vinyl collection is quite varied and includes some rare and valuable music by Split Enz, Crowded House, Hunters and Collectors and lots of other Australian music from the 80s.

I also have collection of tea cups and saucers, and also collect ornaments and books about angels. I also collect books by Cathy Kelly.

Probably the most treasured thing I have collected over the years would be my good friends. I am lucky to maintain several really good friends and don’t take that for granted.

What is the legacy you want to leave behind?

The legacy I want to leave behind is more understanding and empathy for those whom experience mental health issues. I know I have helped a vast number of people on my journey and I hope I leave behind footprints 👣 of understanding and compassion. I hope I will be remembered as a role model.

How do you feel about cold weather?

Here in Melbourne we are well known for our changeable weather, the fact the we occasionally experience the best and the worst of weather. We literally can have four seasons in one day.

I was born in winter, but much prefer the warmer months, in particular late spring or early autumn. I love the time period of daylight saving and look forward to that each year. I feel like I go into hibernation in winter and long for warm balmy days.

List your top 5 favorite fruits.

Raspberry, mango, strawberries 🍓, figs and 🍎 apples.