Carmela Snelbaker

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    • Looking Past The Obvious Is What Truly Teaches Us And Improves Our Lives

      Posted at 9:44 AM by carmelasnelbaker
      Aug 25th

      Don’t limit yourself, always reach high and believe the heart can accomplish what it is longing for. It is that feeling deep within our hearts that stirs us to strive to take action and continue to work toward and focus on achieving a goal.

      Although it may not be possible to identify the exact time in your life that the tiny seed of Hope was planted, your heart will not be rest until you acknowledge it.

      Like a light switch turned on as you enter a room, with each day you wake the compulsory force from within your heart once again triggers your body into action following steps toward satisfying this longing.

      Search your heart for inner purpose, pray for the guidance and strength to focus on what is truly important. Turn away from the chaos and superficial ways of the world. Address the longing in your heart, allow your heart to feel the pain of others.

      Once your heart is awakened to the suffering of others, your eyes will begin to see differently. The bargains and material items you may be now so proud of, will no longer fill your heart with the same amount of joy. You willingly will be drawn to find ways to reach out and make improvements for the sake of others. This is when a heart begins to recognize contentment and joy.

      Your life will begin to reflect ease of mind and well being.

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      With Respect, Hope, Joy and Love,  Carmela

       

      via Daily Prompt: Obvious

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    • If We Can Choose Our Demise I Want To Go Out Like This Cat ….. :) Taken By Curiosity

      Posted at 5:46 PM by carmelasnelbaker
      Aug 23rd

      via Daily Prompt: Learning

      With the quiet ticking of the Grandfather clock in the background as I sit here and contemplate the Daily Post Word prompt of the day, it brings a bit of a smile to my lips. I am not sure when I first heard the phrase “Curiosity killed the cat”, but I do know that it was something that my dad said to me often.

      I wonder now if he was saying it as a caution to me. It seems that I have a very natural personality trait of unending curiosity as well as a fearless unstoppable urge to stop at nothing when it comes to advocating or improving a situation for those in need.

      In reminiscing  on the many life lessons I have lived through and learned from. I must admit that the “obligatory response trigger” my heart seems to have, has been known to disturb the calm in my life at times. When I cause my own life disturbance because of reaching out to improve things for others, after the dust settles I am always glad I did.

      So I suppose knowing my inner instincts and personal history, if my Dr. had psychic abilities and could foresee my future “I am sorry, it’s curiosity” may very well be a diagnosis I could one day hear as well.

      I could think of worse ways for a life to end though. If I say goodbye to this world helping another soul, or learning or teaching a positive lesson of Love, I choose to believe it would be a good thing.

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      So I am with the cat on this one!! Keep looking for answers. “Be Positive”,”Be Brave” (as Wyatt would say) and never stop asking questions, making improvements and being curious. 🙂

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      With Respect, Hope, Joy and Love,   Carmela

       

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      Posted in Meditative Writings | Tagged animals, B4Peace, beauty, Carmela Snelbaker, challenges, children, Christianity, compassion, courage, daily post, daily post challenge, daily prompt, dignity, divine guidance, Divine Love, DPchallenge, giving, giving heart, gratitude, helping others, peace, personality traits, pets, positivity, Prayer, respect, wisdom
    • Blaming keeps you stuck.

      Posted at 4:28 PM by carmelasnelbaker
      Aug 22nd

      As a person who longs to help others find Genuine Inner Peace and Love, and also longs to protect others from pain and harm. I came across this post and feel the need to share. I pray others may find it helpful.

      We must be truthful with ourselves and our actions in order to reach true contentment and peace. Blaming others and looking for sympathy by portraying yourself as a victim will never bring you peace. Find the strength to be Honest with yourself and others.

      With Respect, Hope, Joy and Love, Carmela

      Dr. Andrea Dinardo's avatarThriving Under Pressure

      imageOwnership paves the way for empowerment and positive change.

      When something goes wrong in your personal life and/or at work – how do you respond?

      Externalize the cause of the problem and 100% blame someone or something else for the failure.

      OR

      Internalize the cause (if only 1%) of the failure.

      It is only when we acknowledge our contribution to life circumstances (both good and bad) that we have the power to overcome daily challenges, limitations, and history and in doing so, be transformed!

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    • How to Deal with Negative People

      Posted at 9:37 PM by carmelasnelbaker
      Aug 19th

      This is an interesting blog post from MakeItUltra blog that I thought is worth sharing. Everyday life interactions can often be difficult. The more wisdom we gain helps us in our daily interactions with others. Feel free to share if you find the information helpful.

      With respect, Hope, Joy and Love, Carmela

      Dr. Eric Perry's avatarDr. Eric Perry’s Blog

      rainbow_annie_brettell_driving_back_from_bristol“You cannot have a positive life and a negative mind.” ~Joyce Meyer

      1. Recognize and accept their toxicity
      First and foremost, it is important to identify and accept that someone we know is a negative person. This can be difficult, especially when the person is someone we care about. Either way, we must be careful not to allow their negativity to transfer onto us. We need to accept that negativity is toxic and will only breed more negativity. It is especially important to avoid complainers. People who complain have given up hope that their actions can make any difference. We must be careful not to enable complainers by always listening to their woes.

      2. Stop playing savior and/or problem solver
      As human beings, we are wired to connect. For most of us, it is in our nature to lend a compassionate ear to someone who is in need. We must be careful not to let ourselves fall into the…

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      Posted in Meditative Writings | Tagged Carmela Snelbaker, courage, dignity, lesson in life, Life challenges, life support, Mental health, mental health support, Negative people, positivity, support
    • Underneath The Very Same Moon

      Posted at 10:50 AM by carmelasnelbaker
      Aug 18th

      via Daily Prompt: Moon

      A challenge for all…. find someone today who you believe you are totally different from. Make yourself look past your differences to notice the many ways that your lives are the same.

      Under the Moon

      The beauty of the moon that is a million miles away

      Hovering overhead in the sky so far above

      Present for us to see

      and others to see as well

      Intimately feeling our deepest painful thoughts that dwell

       

      It is under this moon that we search for understanding

      To life’s greatest confusions and human lack of love withstanding

       

      So many people

      So many stories

      So much confusion

      Hiding true glory

       

      Under this moon we all abide

      So separated by vast differences

      But also connected by one common thread

      The need for Love

      The longing for purpose

       

      Although individual and alone we stand

      Our hearts hold secrets in common

      For in stillness and silence, we reflect and hope

      For resolution connection and belonging

      Our hearts so open exposed and vulnerable

       

      As the dawn arises, another busy day begins

      The longings get hidden, pushed back into the dirt

      once again postponing a

      a unified calling for Peace on Earth

       

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      under the moon

      With Respect, Hope, Joy and Love,  Carmela

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    • Wisdom Sheds Light On The Ghosts Of The Past ……..Daily Prompt: Ghost

      Posted at 4:44 PM by carmelasnelbaker
      Aug 17th

      via Daily Prompt: Ghost

      Ghosts that haunt are not always scary, sometimes they are best described as disappointments. In our lives as we live through the challenges and encounters that life throws our way, we will meet people who can leave us totally heartbroken with disappointment.

      As a person who is a constant seeker of spiritual beauty and truth, I get great joy, contentment and peace offering kindness and genuine love to others. In my adventures I have met several people who I have extended great kindness and support to who have deeply hurt me with dishonest habits.

      When we find ourselves confronted with conflict that we cannot change or be supportive of, the best option for our life is to continue our life with the same integrity we have always lived and part ways with those who wish to live in a different manner.

      This does not mean however, that the memories of these encounters does not live on. They often surface bringing with them a very sad feelings of disappointment.

      There are times in our life when we will meet people who think differently and live differently than we are used to. Many of these encounters will enrich our lives and give us personal growth.

      It is when an encounter with someone begins to change and our normality of life and integrity are challenged and belittled by another that we need to separate ourselves from the situation.

      Even though the person may be blaming you and belittling you as a person, this has nothing to do with you or anything you have done. The other person has a true inner weakness of blame. Because he or she is feeling small they wish you to feel smaller so they attack to pull you down with them.

      For whatever reason deep inside if the person does not get their own way, or is not believed to be right, an inner switch is flipped on and the blame game begins. They will be right and everyone else wrong. Tensions rise and the name calling aggression starts.

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      I have no idea what is truly going on in their heads, and I do not know if there is a diagnosis or proper name for these actions. What I do know is that I have seen this happen many times and the people that are doing this are not happy people. They are mislead in believing that what they are doing will gain them happiness.

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      Remove yourself from the chaos. Do whatever you need to do to reconnect with your inner peace.

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      Prayer is my choice of action against chaos, aggression and uncertainty.

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      The Holy Spirit Provides us with Endless Strength, Courage and Wisdom.

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            ……………… Intimidators and Bullies Change your ways  ……………….

      If you are a person who has an inner weakness of blame. When you feel angry and out of control. Re-examine your thoughts and feelings. Look deep inside yourself for the answers before you unleash blame on everyone other than yourself.

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      Invite the Holy Spirit into your life, and pray daily for assistance in managing the monster from within that unleashes the blaming defense on others as soon as your confidence feels shaken.

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      Allow the beauty of the Holy Spirit to take over and lead you.

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      Learning to Live in Love will bring you unending Peace from Within.

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      Never let anyone attack your integrity, belittle you, intimidate you or manipulate a situation with dishonest bullying tactics. Remove yourself from the situation and continue your journey of seeking and sharing spiritual beauty and truth with others.

      Dishonesty will never win over Truth and Love. Follow the Light and walk away from Darkness.

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      With Respect, Hope, Joy and Love, Carmela

       

       

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    • It Is How We Tackle Managing Our Load That Makes All The Difference…..Daily Prompt: Carry

      Posted at 11:51 AM by carmelasnelbaker
      Aug 16th

      via Daily Prompt: Carry

      Everyone on earth will encounter some sort of burden to carry. Weather it is a difficulty we were born with or one that has met us somewhere along the way on our journey in life, either is no worse than the other.

      It is how we tackle managing the load that makes all of the difference in the world. As humans we often look through eyes of comparison. When we loose focus on our own journey and purpose we cause ourselves troubles.

      If we cannot see, we learn to survive with the senses that we have. If we cannot hear we can learn to thrive as well with the senses we do have. We cannot compare our life with no site with that of a person who has site.

      We must be grateful for the gifts we are given. Learn to use them to the best of our abilities and support others and their God given gifts as well. It is in showing this level of respect for others that we honor our own selves and learn to thrive in the contentment that life is meant to bring us. 

      When we give thanks for the gifts that are present and learn to honor and respect the gifts of our peers it is then that any burden we are asked to carry is lighted for both. In sharing and supporting we find peace and contentment.

      When attempting to disguise our difficulties and compete with others our struggles will only increase. We can only shine in honesty and truth. God Loves us exactly the way we are, and we need to learn to loves ourselves that way as well.

      Never try to be a person that you were not meant to be. Simply be you. Be truthful. Be kind. Be loving.

      With Respect, Hope, Joy and Love,   Carmela

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    • Maybe People Should Take Lessons From Hens And Learn To Love And Protect Children Of All Races Nationalities and Cultures

      Posted at 3:14 PM by carmelasnelbaker
      Aug 15th

      via Daily Prompt: Confused

      If more people acted like this mother hen and shared genuine loving concern and protection to ALL children our world would be a more beautiful place.

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      With Respect, Hope, Joy and Love,  Carmela

       

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    • When You Don’t Have a Pool And It’s Hot You Simply Make Due With What You’ve Got :)

      Posted at 2:35 PM by carmelasnelbaker
      Aug 15th

      Life is not easy…….But it doesn’t have to be so confusing

      Focus on what is important

      Always view your glass (or bucket) as half FULL and not half empty

      Think Positive

      Find solutions that are available to you

      Pray for wisdom and positive loving solutions and act on what you feel is right

      This post was inspired from the daily prompt challenge confused

       

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      ONE COOL DOG

      When you don’t have a pool and it’s hot

      You make due with what you’ve got

      Two front paws are cool, while the back one’s will dual

      For equal time at a shot

      I cannot dive in, and immerse myself

      Like those with lakes or ponds

      The flip side of this, that I should not dismiss

      is of fish and mud, I’m not fond

      This day in review, is a blessing, it’s true

      for I’m safe and cannot drown

      So I keep my chin up, and tell those who snicker

      I choose to only see the blessings in life that abound

      ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

       

      https://dailypost.wordpress.com/prompts/confused/

      With Respect, Hope, Joy and Love,   Carmela

       

       

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    • In The Truest Beauty Of Sharing Of Self You Each Will Get Something More Beautiful Than Words…The Warmest Blanket Of Love and Contentment :)

      Posted at 9:52 AM by carmelasnelbaker
      Aug 14th

      Because I am attempting to share my home with exchange students from other countries, I was asked to put together a home and family profile. In putting words to and explaining the home I live in I found it was impossible to separate the description of the house from the beauty and depth of my parents Love for each other as well as my sister and I.

      I am truly grateful for their Love for us and the manner in which they shared there immense wisdom of Life and Love. Love and Life can be so overwhelmingly complicated that it may take us years to actually completely understand and absorb the gifts it places before us.

      I live in the home that my father built before getting married to my mother. They were married in front of the fireplace within the home and lived here their entire lives.

      This is the home I grew up in. I treasure the many beautiful memories my family built here and the fact that I can continue sharing life’s journey and build more positive memories and wisdom with my children, grandchildren and others as well.

      My father was a custom home builder as well as a furniture maker. Many items within the home were made by my father’s hands. My mother also used her talents and love to make beautiful things that filled the home with details, beauty and proof of her longing to provide not only a loving environment but a place filled with the warmth of Love.

      Like a warm blanket that someone wraps you in when you are cold and afraid, this is what my parents have built and left for me. I long to continue to share that level of Love with others as I continue to live here and share their home with my grown children, grandchildren and with others.

      who you get to share it with

      Our family has a very deep understanding of how precious each day of life is. Our family has lived through the most difficult challenge anyone should ever have to endure. My beautiful Grandson Wyatt was diagnosed with Mitochondrial disease and lived with and died from the disease in 2013.

      He was 11 years old when he joined Jesus in Heaven. He taught us great beauty that is impossible to put words to. He continues each day to send us wisdom from heaven that we share with others by keeping his story and life active in our hearts daily.

      Love for a grandchild does not stop when they become an Angel in Heaven, it multiplies by a thousand and we actively use it by extending his Love to others. By doing this we feel him with us each day and God wraps us in that warm blanket of Love to help us continue our journey on life without him.

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      I warms my heart knowing that our Angels in Heaven were able to share such great Wisdom and Love with us while we were graced with the beauty of their presence here on earth with us.

      Today I read a beautiful post from a fellow blogger who gracefully shared her son Jacobs story and journey. Each time we share our loved ones story is another chance their soul has to touch the earth with their wisdom.  I am truly grateful for the wisdom of each treasured soul I meet.

      Below is a portion of a poem from the Wieckling Blog that I felt the need to share. You can read Jacob’s families post as well as the complete poem by clicking on the link above.

      “I fancied that I heard them say, “Dear Lord, Thy will be done!
      For all the joy Thy child shall bring, the risk of grief we run.
      We’ll shelter him with tenderness, we’ll love him while we may,
      And for the happiness we’ve known, forever grateful stay;
      But should the angels call for him much sooner than we’ve planned,
      We’ll brave the bitter grief that comes and try to understand!”

      Thank you Mom, Dad, Wyatt and Jacob for continuing to share your wisdom with others here on earth.

      With Respect, Hope, Joy and Love,  Carmela

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