To treasure each day and all it brings, as well as utilizing our god-given gifts and uniqueness is a high priority on our to-do lists. Using our time and money wisely so that what inspires, and brings enjoyment can be achieved. Being frugal in daily life only brings abundance in important areas of who we are and what we are all about.

Education is paramount to both children and adults. There is never a ceiling over learning and new ways and innovations are always possible. It is taking time - slowing down instead of rushing through - really seeing and hearing, tasting and touching. Stopping to "smell roses" and being grateful for immense beauty and intricate patterns of life and our surroundings. There is beauty found in both sunrise and sunset. There is an intriguing perfection to seasons, as well as a higher power sustaining and providing for nature. Thunderstorms and sunlit days have their purpose, as do rhythm and ages of life.

Simple living - encompassing all that is life and a whole lot more. To open door wide to opportunities to learn and grow, and sharing knowledge and expertise with others to assist them in reaching their goals and dreams. It is these goals and dreams that hold life together and give it strength to endure and overcome.

Simple - yes, but painted with hard work and enver-ending exploration of all we now have, but protecting it so it will be there in future. It is taking advantage of life instead of letting life get better of you. It is living lifestyle you choose, without envying what others have chosen. It is being where you want to be, placing your priorities exactly where you want them, and being respectful of choices of others. Simple living is living - so ENJOY! ©Arleen M. Kaptur 2002 August