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Attitude- I kow I can stop whining

2009-10-15T00:02:00.001-04:00

Your attitude towards life defines not only who you are, but the quality of life you are after.

And after a long silence...

2009-04-14T01:49:00.002-04:00

Hi!

I haven't been sending any postcards because been going through a rough time the past few months. Suffice to say, lots happened and there was much drama.

It's over now though, and I've just gotten back from Japan with some Japanese postcards to send all of you.

Hope they all reach you guys on time!

Daisy

Late entries...more cards that came before.

2009-01-19T11:20:00.006-05:00

Lynette's holiday in the beautiful "City of Lights".

A card from my fell0w-Ontarian, Deb in Leamington.

Gorgeous dresses in the Abraham Lincoln Library and Musuem.

Inspiring words from Sandy K in Florida.

Pretty as a picture.

2009-01-13T12:27:00.009-05:00

Linda's lovely hand-designed p/c with funky tree.

Greetings from Marja in New Zealand!

Merry Christmas Victorian-style from Linda again!

The mailbox at Willow Manor

Still more to come! Kat

Postcard Extravaganza!

2009-01-12T16:19:00.008-05:00

Hello Post to Posters!

We're snowed in here and I'm not blogging (as much) because of shoulder pain, so, I'm finally getting on top of my postcard scanning and writing. New pics are imminent.

Stay tuned! (Watch your mailboxes! A card from me may be heading your way very soon!)

Kat

On or off switch

2009-01-02T00:03:00.000-05:00

Did you ever have one of those days when you feel all animated to go and next 5 minutes or so, you'd rather have a cup of tea and ruminate. Going in 2 directions at once??Not often but sometimes....

Fluctuating emotions. As a result, you could find yourself feeling social one moment and wanting solitude the next. Maybe time will help you work through those feelings.. If you can’t identify the source of your feelings, it may be possible that you need some peace and positive reinforcement today. Sitting quietly alone and focusing on positive, empowering thoughts should help you achieve a more balanced state of mind and ease any turbulent feelings.
Engaging in activities that foster a peaceful state of mind can help us calm unsettled emotions and achieve a greater sense of contentment in our lives. . Our emotions become calm, and we start to feel more positive about our life circumstances. Devoting some quality time to yourself today will allow you to work through your emotions and bring a greater sense of peace and balance into your life.

I was supposed to start a new part time job a few days ago. I felt I needed some quality time since I didn't get it at Christmas . I wanted some time to feel thankful and blessed to begin again.

Meet Mr. Will power

2009-01-01T00:04:00.000-05:00

So there I am scurrying througout the day, my brain working faster than any trajectory and as the day wears on , I feel the tension settle in my bones, faster, faster..more...more..

Come on!!!

There is no need to force the universe to create the life we imagine for ourselves, because it is already on our side. Rather than forcing something into being, we can work with the universe, cooperating in the dance of creation. By not attempting to do everything ourselves, and instead working with the energy of the universe, we are able to make use of the infinite organizing power available to us. Today we work toward our dreams, knowing that focus and trust in the universe are the best possible tools.
We are connected to the universe, and therefore we are connected with everything in existence. Since we are one with the energy of the universe, there is no need to force our will upon it.

Sometimes I find my tense muscles balking and I say ,"Slow down, you'll make it."Sandy no need to control the time clock--relax, let the days' gifts guide YOU ....

A Cool, Unexpected award and a thank you to Shari!

2008-12-17T12:40:00.005-05:00

Hey! We won an award!

A lovely lady called Wendy sent me an e-mail to award us with the "Message In a Bottle" award. Check it out in our sidebar. Her link is also under the newly titled "Snail Mail Advocates" links list. I'll be updating links to everyone's blogs in the new year.

Also, if you're part of our group - don't forget to "follow" us through Blogger.

Oh and by the way...

Thanks to Post-to-poster, Shari from Two Times The Fun - who sent a lovely "Chicago" card with a delighted-about-Barack Obama message on the back.

I got a new scanner recently, so you can look forward to all of your postcards being displayed to great effect sometime in the new year (sorry, I'm still behind the eight-ball!)

Hope we can get things jump-started on our postcard-sending for 2009!

You will be receiving a Christmas message from me sometime soon.

Luv,

Kat

Not very Christmassy around here.

2008-12-08T09:53:00.005-05:00

Photo borrowed from Flickr

Hi Friends,

With the passing of my dad being so recent, I'm having some trouble mustering up Christmas Spirit (in the real world) and so, I won't be sending out any cards this year - except to a few family members. I'm sorry if I've been remiss, but between the last stages of my father's illness and his final days, I just couldn't get around to it.

I'm hoping that the new year will bring fresh beginnings and I'll finally get around to things I've been promising for ages.

I will be sending some Christmas e-cards to everyone whose e-mail I have, but writing out cards is just beyond me right now.

All the best,

Kat

Addresses Needed

2008-11-27T21:54:00.001-05:00

I have a confession. I lost my list of addresses. We redid our family room and somehow in the packing and unpacking, I cannot find my list of addresses. Will someone please send me the latest members list? I'll try not to lose this one!

Thank you!!

Creative Journey

2008-11-22T00:05:00.000-05:00

All of life is a bouquet for me but at Christmas , the daily routine gives way to creativity, whether it's in the house(where I go insane) or for homemade gifts(I rarely buy anything)I kick into high gear. I've never heard anyone really gush but I ge off on the item making so there..

Your whimsical thoughts may be taking you on a journey of your creative spirit today, which might be because the world around you seems monotonous and routine, or you just are spirited at the holidays
!!! Letting your dreams carry you to far off places could be a way for you to infuse your present life with the delight that comes from seeing the potential of your future. If you can remember not to let your fancies steal you too far away from your current life, you may find that your dreams can point you in unforeseen and inspired directions.

Our visions are really our innermost aspirations waiting to be acted upon. Sometimes it might seem as if indulging in our fantasies of the future is not a productive use of our present time. When we do this for just a few minutes, however, we take ourselves out of our ordinary life and are able to envision something that is much grander – the promise of what the future can bring. These dreams are then a key to unlock the desires that rest in our soul, something to motivate us to change our lives in a positive way. Letting your creativity take you wherever you need to go today will help you manifest your dreams of the future.

Take me away !!!!!

Back On

2008-10-05T13:33:00.003-04:00

Sorry I haven't been sending out postcards / scanning ones I've received / sending thank yous for ones I've received and everything Post-to-Post-related for the past few months.

Been sick since July and it was playing havoc with my life. My college grades plummeted (expected when trying to take exams with migraines and fevers), and my family and friends hardly saw me while I hibernated at home. I've lost weight, acquired insomnia, and missed updating my blog regularly.

The medicines I kept popping didn't help so I finally went to the doctor, and got scolded because my illnesses were stress-related.

You can kick me now since I can't do it myself. And if you want to scold me some more, you'll have to stand in line behind my family and friends.

I'm slowing down my pace, eating meals on time, and trying to take it easy so my health (and my life) will get back to order.

The cards I got during this time cheered me up loads (thank you!), and since I'm better, I'll be able to post them up in a few days.

Just wanted everyone over here to know I haven't disappeared. :)

Take care, everyone!

Daisy (http://rocktheposer.blogspot.com)

Mystery solved!

2008-09-27T10:14:00.004-04:00

I know this is in Washington D.C., but it's a neat vintage postcard I found on Flickr.

Hey, Shari!

Thanks for the Lincoln card - it really was fascinating to see those dresses. I just had no idea who had sent it since there was no signature.

I have a whole bunch of blank postcards sitting on my desk and I'm hoping to send them off one at a time to everyone. I have an idea of writing a little poem about each of your blogs, (but that may be rather ambitious).

Today's my husband's 46th birthday and we're off to the sleepy town of Elora to visit some art studios and check out some fun boutiques.

If you guys get the chance, stop by the GenX blog and watch the latest video - it's a happy, happy song!

Don't forget to join my "followers" on Poetikat's and GenX.

Take care,

Kat

Lincoln Cards

2008-09-26T21:23:00.002-04:00

In the future I promise to print my postcards. I sent the Lincoln Museum cards, but my handwriting is -- well -- let's say it's not very good. So, for those who have been wondering, our family visited the Abraham Lincoln Museum in Springfield, IL this summer. It was an amazing look into this important man's life. If you are ever near Springfield, I highly recommend a visit.

I am grateful for friends

2008-09-26T00:01:00.000-04:00

Ispent the swim meet with my good friend Officer Ludden, recipient of a new kidney and pancreas, and a special special friend. What awonderful time we had discussing weverything on the earth and laughing, etc. What a blessed person I am to have such a good friend!!

They just keep coming!

2008-09-10T14:20:00.002-04:00

I wanted to thank Marja for a lovely card from Christchurch, New Zealand and also, someone sent me a fantastic card with models wearing fashions that the U.S. Presidents' wives once wore. Only trouble is...they didn't sign the card, so I've no idea who sent it!

I will be photographing and putting them up shortly and I guess I'd better get some of those cards in my folder written up and popped in a mailbox. Luckily, I just came across all of the U.S. stamps I had bought and misplaced...they were tucked into an outside pocket of my wallet.

Postcards rolling in - Thank You about to send another bunch myself

2008-09-10T04:42:00.001-04:00

Sandy kessler
6101 Edgewater terrace
Sebring Fl 339876

I LOVE EVERYONE - Latest from Marga Christ Church wondrous sandy

Thank you, Lynette!

2008-08-06T17:24:00.002-04:00

Bon Soir, Lynette!

Merci pour le carte de Paris, France. Je suis content recevoir (?) Mon Francais est trop mal!

Hope you're having a wonderful time on your vacance. Vive la France!

Kat

Hi Everybody

2008-07-20T21:12:00.004-04:00

First of all thanks to Poetikat for inviting me and for the warm welcome. Again my blog is Dutchcorner I don't live in Holland though. I moved to New Zealand 11 years ago. My children were 3 and 5 when we came here. I love my new country but still feel very Dutch and all my family still lives in Holland. I am looking forward to go there next year.

I love postcards. Above a photo of the last two I received. My mum has the travelbug so she sometimes sent me one. The left one is from Snoopy Rock in Sedona Arizona, were she had a holiday. I also got a card a while ago from my Dutch friend who went on a roundtrip through Marocco. Hers is on the right. It is from Marrakech in Marrocco. My friend met up there with one of my blogging friends who lives there and they drank tea together and she showed her the city. Great isn't it. My card holder keeps three cards and I am always looking for ideas to display the cards.

I am looking forward to sent you one and make some new ffriends,

Love Marja

Spread the word!

2008-07-17T19:27:00.002-04:00

Time to extend our reach to some new members of the Post to Post empire!

I have invited 2 new people to join us. Please welcome Marja of Dutch Corner
and Deb of Notes From the Cloud Messenger

Both have wonderful, inspiring,heart-warming and brilliant blogs and both have become good friends in the blogosphere and even over the phone.

I look forward to receiving a card from New Zealand and even here, in my own province of Ontario.

Welcome girls! Enjoy the fun.

Okay, Posters - time to tap on the door of someone you know and invite them in to our group.

Kat

Love this Video!

2008-07-16T21:40:00.001-04:00

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Greetings from New Jersey

2008-07-15T21:41:00.003-04:00

Sorry for the delay in posting. I picked up some cards and enjoyed them all. Thanks to everyone who sent, here are two pictures. Valerie aka Natural

Postcards from everywhere! 2

2008-07-15T10:21:00.010-04:00

Hi Everyone,

Another batch of postcards I've received.

Card number seven came from Michelle,

who spent the Mother's Day Weekend in

Vail. Sure looks like a place where one can

have loads of fun Michelle, thank you.

tall snow covered pines

tiny colourful people

the clock has struck ten

Up to card number eight, another thank

you goes to Sandy, who's trees were all

covered with moss.

trees covered with moss

hair-like tufts of gray-green strands

dangling in the wind

Number nine came from Valerie, who was

trying to get some sun and warm up, thank

you Valerie.

neatly kept garden

residence for the premier

tall flowers bloom wild

Number ten was yet another one from

Sandy, girl I love you and a big hug and

thanks.

colourful flowers

bloom with all their might and grace

in Sandy's back yard

Number eleven is one of Shari's favourite

summer weekend getaways, thank you Shari.

beautiful estates

line the shores of the water

called Lake Geneva

That's it for now, I've already received some

more, but haven't found the time to scan

them on to my pc yet, so I'll save those for

another time.

Greetings,

Fenny

And Even More Postcards

2008-07-13T03:43:00.003-04:00

I didn't think there were any more coming in!

A very colorful one from Courtney.

Here's a nice dreamy one from Michelle.

And a classic one from Caryn.

I was pleasantly surprised by these cards last week. Thanks a lot!

Needing Serenity

2008-07-10T06:21:00.002-04:00

I've had a trying week to say the very least . Yesterday I came home to an additional $3,000 damage and the loss of some things I held very dear. It was almost too much. I know others have it much worse therefore I survive, but I gave up the fight . I said God you take it from here. I've steretched my body and mind and life as far as I can go for health and safety's sake and look at-- this more devastation.Please take this problem and I trust you to do what is right , and Thank You.

A mood of intense tranquility can settle over you today, prompting you to remove yourself from those aspects of your life you deem stressful or overly demanding. You may feel compelled to put aside your day’s obligations in order to spend time contemplating the atmosphere of peace that surrounds you. If you retreat into a quiet personal space in order to be alone with your thoughts, you may discover that while your serenity exists naturally within you, it can be called forth through isolated introspection.

You likely feel grounded and composed today, not because elements in your life have come together just so but because you are willing to seek out peace of mind actively and with focused determination.

We make the most of the gift that is solitude when we regularly spend time away from the worldly hustle and bustle that typically defines our existence. The intense pace of modern life and the many never-ending responsibilities we shoulder can interfere with our ability to reconnect with our identities, causing us to forget who we are inside. Alone and away from the distractions that can eat away at our mental energy, we are free to reflect upon personal issues directly related to our own experiences. Values that became nebulous as we were forced by circumstance to bow to conformity now resolidify as our quiet inner voices once again assert themselves and offer up their wise and subtle guidance. You will feel tranquil and centered today once you freely enter into the embrace of serenity ..

We all need it . We can only go at hyper speed so long. I'm happy that I have given it over. I was trying too hard to control what inevitably will go as it will anyhow. Serenity AH a long deep breath ..