Goodbye, March, and hello, April 💓

Life is an ever-renewing cycle of love and rebirth, so let the month of April reveal that to us with nature's blooming blossoms.

The name April is rooted in the Latin Aprilis, which is derived from the Latin aperire, meaning “to open." This could refer to the opening or blossoming of flowers and trees, a common occurrence throughout April in the Northern Hemisphere.

Since months are often named for gods and goddesses, and since Aphrilis is derived from the Greek Aphrodite, it is possible the month was named for the Greek goddess of love (the goddess that the Romans called Venus)! Even now, April is a popular name.

The month of April goes way back; before January and February, it was added to the end of the year by King Numa Pompilius around 700 BCE. April was already the second month of the Roman calendar year (March was the first). It was around 450 BCE when April was rearranged into the fourth slot and assigned 29 days. But with the introduction of the Gregorian calendar by Pope Gregory XIII in 1582, an extra day was added, and “30 days hath April” has been on our minds ever since.

People who are born in April tend to be energetic and active. They are enthusiastic and passionate about food, science, books, and travel. Apart from this, they pay more attention to actions than words. The people surrounded by April-born people will often have a bright smile with them.

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Spring has sprung 🌷

It's nature's way of saying, let love show its glory 🌷

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Happy International Women's Day 🌹 💓

What would the world be like without women? ♥️

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Goodbye, February, and Hello, March 💓

March is the first month of Spring, which begins between March 19-21. In the Southern Hemisphere, March is the same as September in the Northern Hemisphere. Each year March and June end on the same day of the week. It is the time of year when animals wake up from hibernation. 

The month of “March” is named after the Roman god of war, Mars, and this was the time of year to resume military campaigns interrupted by the cold of winter. Interestingly, March (or Martius) was the first month of the calendar year in the early Roman calendar.

In Celtic astrology, the third and fourth moons are essential in March. The year's third month celebrates the northern hemisphere's famous spring equinox (March 21-22). 

In addition, it is impossible to speak of the spiritual meaning of March without addressing this month's birthstone. It is aquamarine/heliotrope (also known as a bloodstone). It is easily recognizable, although very rare, by its dark green color and red spots. Legend has it that warriors once wore it during battles to calm their bleeding, ease their pain, and heal their wounds. 

May the upcoming spring fulfill all your desires and rejuvenate your mind, body, and soul  💓

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True friendships 💓

True friendships are far more valuable than a thousand relatives and far lasting 💓

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Happy Valentine's Day 💓

Logic and reason will always fall short of understanding the reasons of a love-filled heart 💓

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Goodbye, January, and Hello, February 💘

In many cultures, the month of February is often associated with purification, love, and the transition from winter to spring; its name itself originates from the Latin "februare" meaning "to make pure," reflecting ancient Roman festivals of cleansing and renewal that took place during this month, including the Februalia, which involved making sacrifices to the gods.

In our Western culture, Valentine's Day is celebrated in February and is widely recognized as a month to focus on love, not just romantic love but also love for family, friends, and a higher power.

The ancient Roman festival "Februalia" emphasized cleansing rituals, making February a time for spiritual purification and letting go of negativity.

As February falls between the coldest part of winter and the approaching spring, it symbolizes a time of transition and rebirth.

Some ancient traditions within February celebrations, like the Parentalia, honored ancestors and their spirits.

February in the Hindu traditions falls within the month of Phalgun, associated with the goddess Saraswati, symbolizing knowledge and creativity.

In the Buddhist tradition, Makha Bucha is a significant Buddhist holiday that falls around the full moon in February.

Let February be filled with new, prosperous intentions and everlasting love. Imagine what could be accomplished if we knew we could not fail.

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Happy New Year! 💓🍾🥂🎈🎉🥳

 Happy New Year! 💓

Let 2025 be filled with not planned but spontaneous blessings, shared with those we lovingly and generously invite into our lives.

We can bring happiness to 2025 by sharing our peace, love, and acceptance with all who seek it 💖

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Goodbye Autumn, and Hello Winter 💓

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The thing about friendship is they impact your life when the rest of the world takes a hiatus 🤟🏼

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Goodbye, November, and welcome December ❄ ⛄

December got its name from the Latin word Decem (meaning ten) because it was originally the tenth month of the year in the calendar of Romulus, which began in March c. 750 BC. The winter days following December were not included as part of any month.

For the ancient Romans, December signified the time to honor the Gods and keep the earth fertile and abundant. It was a time to celebrate the goddess or god inside us all, to hold our spirit, soul, and the gift of life as sacred.

The Month of December’s official birthstone is Turquoise, and December's Birth Flower is the Holly (or Narcissus). The Tropical Zodiac sign for December is Sagittarius from November the 22nd to December the 21st and Capricorn from December the 22nd to January 19th.

The month of December represents unity and trust, a divine connection, and success in all areas of life. It also represents challenges, commitments, and a time when your power is tested, and succeeding will take courage, risk, trust, and compassion.

May this month of December bring about a new chapter and new pages of hope and accomplishments. May this month also bring us courage, strength, renewed confidence, patience, and inner peace.

May your December days also be filled with love and sunshine, and let joy and laughter reign supreme ......... 🦅

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Have a wonderful Thanksgiving, everyone 💓

I am one of those people who enjoy sharing and giving thanks to the special people in my life. That makes this time of year special because I have plenty to be thankful for. People have gone out of their way to be kind to me throughout my life. I like telling those special to me that when you care for others, you are cared for, and when you love others, you are loved. This special season of giving should reveal our love for one another through kindness because loving kindness gives this special season its true meaning.

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This song is very appropriate for this day and age 🦅

I sang the song "Imagine" in my classroom three years ago in China; I feel the music is very appropriate for this day and age. Imagine if the song's lyrics became a reality and the human race could live in peace and harmony. That surely would be a wonderful thing ....... 🦅

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Let us honor our veterans on veterans day ......... 🦅

Woodrow Willson, our 28th President, declared that the bloody European War (World War I) would be the war to end all wars. However, we became embroiled in another global conflict, WW II.

World War I ended with the Treaty of Versailles, signed on June 28, 1919, officially ending the conflict. Nonetheless, the armistice date of November 11, 1918, remained in the public imagination as the date that marked the end of that bloody conflict; that is why Americans honor our veterans on November 11th, known as Veterans Day. There will always be conflicts and wars, but let us hope there will never be another World War.

Let us honor those who sacrificed to fight for our freedom and Democracy, which should never be taken for granted. Let us also remember that America, without its soldiers, would be like an angel without its wings. So, on this Veterans Day, I would like to say thank you to our veterans for your service and commitment to the greatest country on earth, the United States of America ......... 🦅

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Get out and vote 😊

                      

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Welcome November 💓

Well, welcome to November. This month derives from the Latin root novem, meaning “nine,” because in the Roman calendar, there were only ten months in the year, and November was indeed the ninth month.

Our eleventh month is best known for Thanksgiving and Veterans Day in America, but it is also packed with many special days of awareness and observances to celebrate.

November will stream forth a period of transition and personal growth, and this month will also herald new beginnings or a new chapter in your life. Use this time to examine how your life has brought you to where you are now. It is no accident that everything you need to move forward and grow is at your disposal, regardless of your current situation – and all you have to do to find it is to look deep inside yourself. In these times of transition, you need to be present, awake, and, of course, alert. 

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A trip down memory lane on Hallows-Eve 👻

By Thomas F O'Neill

I always enjoyed celebrating Halloween, even when I lived in China. But I did miss the pint-sized spooks visiting me on this particular occasion because the President of China, Xi Jinping, outlawed this ancient tradition commonly celebrated worldwide.

I always bought various bags of candies for trick-or-treaters, and I would put up a glow-in-the-dark skeleton on my front door. It was not a real skeleton like the one in the Bio-lab at the school where I taught. It was just a store-bought one, but scary nonetheless. I think that attracted all the pint-sized visitors on howling nights.

The kids didn’t say ‘trick or treat’ like American kids. They would say - ‘Gěi táng jiù dǎodà’, which means 给糖就捣蛋 if you didn't know that already.

One little witch yelled,“Hello Mr. Tom!!!” when I opened my door. She was holding a large chopstick for her magic wand. I opened the little witch’s bag to see what goodies she possessed. I then proceeded to take a few of her candy bars and a bag of M and M’s.

“Hey,” she said in a little perturbed voice, “Mr. Tom, you are supposed to give me Candy.”

“Oh,” I replied, “Is that how it works, so do you know any tricks?”

She then started singing, “If you’re happy and you know it clap your hands …..”

“Oh, stop,” I said, “you are scaring me.”

I handed her a couple of candy bars, and she yelled, “thank you.”

“Good, now go away,” I replied.

“What are you doing?” she asked me while staring at my laptop computer on my desk, “Oh, homework, I hate homework,” she said as she turned and headed out my door.

Others also came on that hallows-eve, reminding me of the fun I had as a child going door to door. It was followed by mischief night. The only real mischief here was the fireworks kids set off in front of my apartment building and sticking a half-eaten apple in my glow-in-the-dark skeleton’s mouth.

Boy, I could teach those little buggers about the mischief I did as a child.

I'm afraid I had to disagree with Xi Jinping's ban on the ancient tradition of Halloween in China because I no longer had a way of getting free candy.

Don't let the ghouls, zombies, and ghosts get to you on this frightful occasion !!!!

But for all you young spooks out there, I would like to wish you a fun and Happy Halloween 👻 🎃

Always with love

 

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Thank you all so much for the Birthday wishes 💓

Thank you all so much for the Birthday wishes; they were so heartwarming to read. Each Birthday reminds me that you cannot stop the passage of time, but with each second, minute, and day, I am learning how to live.

The people who entered my life throughout the years were for a reason. I discovered when I open myself up to invite others in, my life is impacted in profoundly positive ways; I’m never truly alone in the world because the power of love encompasses all things ...... 🦅  

Once again, thank you all very much for reaching out to me and wishing me a Happy Birthday  ...... 🥳 🥳

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Goodbye September and Hello October 💓

Wow, October is now here, and in our Northern Hemisphere, the days are flush with falling leaves, cooling weather, and growing anticipation for the holiday season. October's tenth month by our Gregorian calendar shares a root with octopus and octagon—the Latin octo and Greek okto, meaning “eight.” It is an indication of October's position in the early Roman calendar. 

October is a month where the saying” What goes around comes around” rings true, with karmic spiritual energy of correcting wrongs and doing right. October augers in the true spirit of the Tiger, so find the light within you, find the spirit to take on all adversaries and illnesses, and consciously wish yourself a better, healthier, happier life.

October is the perfect month for manifesting your wants and desires. You will reap rewards if you actively pursue your dreams and enjoy the journey with all its obstacles. The three laws of spiritual manifestation are good Intentions, do no harm, and unbiased passion. 

Your Karma this month is but a reflection of your spiritual morals. If you dislike something within you, don’t disown it, for the disowned causes chaos. Embrace it, cleanse it, purify it, and turn its previous energies of negativity into positivity. 

We can also take this time to put Summer in our rearview mirror because the fall season is again upon us. For many people, the months of autumn symbolize change. Like the falling leaves from the trees, life must take a new course by shedding off the old to usher in the new. This part of the season’s cycle stretches to winter, which spiritual gurus say provides time for people to absorb and accept the ongoing change in one’s inner self. Like the cycles of death and rebirth, leaves will eventually grow back into branches, and flowers will once again set to bloom. 

Soon, autumn colors will fade and be replaced by the bleak tone of chilly winter. Be that as it may, the world is always ready to welcome the changes and cycles of the season because these are the principles on which life basically rests.

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Goodbye Summer and Hello Autumn 💗

We can put Summer in our rearview mirror because the fall season is again upon us. For many people, the months of autumn symbolize change. Like the falling leaves from the trees, life must take a new course by shedding off the old to usher in the new. This part of the season’s cycle stretches to winter, which spiritual gurus say provides time for people to absorb and accept the ongoing change in one’s inner self. Like the cycles of death and rebirth, leaves will eventually grow back into branches, and flowers will once again set to bloom.

Soon, autumn colors will fade and be replaced by the bleak tone of chilly winter. Be that as it may, the world is always ready to welcome the changes and cycles of the season because these are the principles on which life basically rests.

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