tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3302107831896769514.post4022956573034260526..comments2023-11-03T06:56:05.537-07:00Comments on 10 Steps to Finding Your Happy Place (and Staying There): Trillium ThrillsGalen Pearlhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10189831838630645863noreply@blogger.comBlogger36125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3302107831896769514.post-21825088449296311252013-05-07T10:28:59.609-07:002013-05-07T10:28:59.609-07:00What a wonderful visual. I haven't spent much...What a wonderful visual. I haven't spent much time in the northwest, but hope to. In the meantime, I will enjoy where I'm plantedAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03213862129887161223noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3302107831896769514.post-54343169864436254472013-05-06T20:56:42.622-07:002013-05-06T20:56:42.622-07:00Thanks for the kind words, Sandra.Thanks for the kind words, Sandra.Galen Pearlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10189831838630645863noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3302107831896769514.post-27153989261734337792013-05-06T20:51:16.064-07:002013-05-06T20:51:16.064-07:00That's truly radical, Galen! It takes a lot o...That's truly radical, Galen! It takes a lot of confidence and courage to do this. I'm glad your students appreciated it. And, the lessons are great too, one of the biggest from your story is to follow your intuition.Sandra Pawulahttp://alwayswellwithin.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3302107831896769514.post-77177643063789693252013-05-06T14:46:39.580-07:002013-05-06T14:46:39.580-07:00Barbara, Thanks for your kind words. I had not tho...Barbara, Thanks for your kind words. I had not thought about the parenting connection. Thank you for adding that. Glad you had a prof that like to smell the roses! Thanks for commenting.Galen Pearlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10189831838630645863noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3302107831896769514.post-65762696905408870402013-05-06T13:50:14.939-07:002013-05-06T13:50:14.939-07:00This is so beautiful Galen.Your thoughts here tell...This is so beautiful Galen.Your thoughts here tell me why you were such a wonderful mother. Sometimes just letting the flower bloom without disturbing it is the best way. It will take a child many years to bloom again if their blossom is destroyed.<br /><br />I had a professor in college that was known for sending his students out to pick wild flowers in the spring. I loved that man!<br /><br />Thank you again.<br /><br />b+ b+ (Retire In Style Blog)https://www.blogger.com/profile/05114209481329773753noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3302107831896769514.post-59231254040057810842013-05-06T10:19:14.878-07:002013-05-06T10:19:14.878-07:00Bob, I think that's why this particular flower...Bob, I think that's why this particular flower holds such mystery and wisdom for me. I always thrill to see it every spring. Thanks for your comment.Galen Pearlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10189831838630645863noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3302107831896769514.post-38917088171734385132013-05-06T10:18:03.513-07:002013-05-06T10:18:03.513-07:00Evelyn, My students and I had a mutual exchange of...Evelyn, My students and I had a mutual exchange of learning and blessing and making a difference in each other's lives. Yes my cabin is a lovely retreat, but I think we can find or create retreats even in the city, even in our own homes. I hope you can find or create one close by. Thanks for your comment.Galen Pearlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10189831838630645863noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3302107831896769514.post-55746201696973679912013-05-06T09:58:59.406-07:002013-05-06T09:58:59.406-07:00The reality of a flower that can't be picked i...The reality of a flower that can't be picked is a very powerful reminder of our place in the universe. Humans may may feel we can control and dominate all, but our power doesn't alter basic laws of nature.<br /><br />The connection between enjoying without have to possess is perfect. Thank you, Galen.Bob Lowryhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16843991725692979189noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3302107831896769514.post-87659147933957963222013-05-06T05:38:02.696-07:002013-05-06T05:38:02.696-07:00I wish I had a teacher like you. Your students ar...I wish I had a teacher like you. Your students are so blessed. You certainly have made a difference to their lives! <br /><br />Your cabin sounds heavenly. It will be nice to have a peaceful sanctuary where I can retreat every once in a while. Perhaps, one day! Evelyn Limhttp://www.abundancetapestry.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3302107831896769514.post-47487901240048157572013-05-05T14:24:27.604-07:002013-05-05T14:24:27.604-07:00Mary, I am very lucky to have a forest refuge so c...Mary, I am very lucky to have a forest refuge so close to home. There are other cabins in the vicinity, but when I go up during the week, I'm almost always the only person around. Thanks for your comment.Galen Pearlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10189831838630645863noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3302107831896769514.post-10407400267662035002013-05-05T14:23:10.984-07:002013-05-05T14:23:10.984-07:00patricia, I'm so sorry about the nest tragedy....patricia, I'm so sorry about the nest tragedy. Thanks for the joke and for commenting.Galen Pearlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10189831838630645863noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3302107831896769514.post-25211277998993822082013-05-05T14:21:53.436-07:002013-05-05T14:21:53.436-07:00Bonnie, I loved teaching and I was lucky to have w...Bonnie, I loved teaching and I was lucky to have wonderful students. Hope you enjoy your day, too, and thanks for commenting.Galen Pearlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10189831838630645863noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3302107831896769514.post-28555452409003934892013-05-05T13:15:28.058-07:002013-05-05T13:15:28.058-07:00Hi Galen
Nature definitely has many lessons for u...Hi Galen<br /><br />Nature definitely has many lessons for us to learn. I did not that about those flowers. How nice to have your own little place of peace and tranquility that you can go and enjoy nature. I can imagine the quiet solitude with the birds chirping and a light breeze in the trees.<br /><br />Mary Mary Stephensonhttp://necessityofchange.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3302107831896769514.post-38814836507066855692013-05-05T11:38:42.548-07:002013-05-05T11:38:42.548-07:00Lovely thoughts and fabulous comments on your word...Lovely thoughts and fabulous comments on your words here. <br />We have about 75 Trilliums recovered and blooming in our woods. I am trying to put up markers to keep them ID'd and safe.<br /><br />I am just sad about my most recent spring lesson. Friday morning 4 Junkos hatched in the pansy basket by the garage door. We had spent a number of days not using that car or opening the door to give mama bird her peace.<br />Saturday morning all 4 babies were gone. We think that the crow family consumed them. Sunday, this morning the nest is pulled out of the pot and on the ground. <br />I am saving 2 nests for Library Girl to take to her Portland School Library to share. Her book published for early readers in the Portland School District is all about baby birds and some of the kindergarteners cry when they read about the baby falling from the nest and not making it. Glad the story is not about crows eating the babies...<br />I feel the same way today...like a pinch of hope just fell out the nest.<br /><br />Happy Sunshine and moments ahead.<br /><br />I will lighten up here - I have a joke for you<br /><br />What did the Buddhist Monk say to the Hot Dog Vender? " Make me one with everything."<br /><br />patriciahttp://www.patriciaswisdom.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3302107831896769514.post-63531531371741732252013-05-05T08:32:00.992-07:002013-05-05T08:32:00.992-07:00This is a wonderful post. I can imagine what a won...This is a wonderful post. I can imagine what a wonderful teacher you were to you students. Taking a nature break is one of my favorite breaks. Hope you enjoy your day.Grandma Bonniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16962177773337228437noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3302107831896769514.post-72517407340595702432013-05-04T22:58:34.393-07:002013-05-04T22:58:34.393-07:00I may be referring more to grade school through hi...I may be referring more to grade school through high school as far as teaching kids tools for life - motivation, happiness, leadership, peace, etc. It may be different for graduate/professional schools although those curricula should include how to balance work/life, how to be ethical of course and maybe even how to manage stress. Vishnuhttp://www.vishnusvirtues.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3302107831896769514.post-35497566538555246052013-05-04T22:11:59.511-07:002013-05-04T22:11:59.511-07:00Vidya, You were in your mom's class? That must...Vidya, You were in your mom's class? That must have been interesting! Thanks for your comment.Galen Pearlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10189831838630645863noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3302107831896769514.post-91461345698668539262013-05-04T22:10:53.983-07:002013-05-04T22:10:53.983-07:00Cairn, I didn't know that about morning glorie...Cairn, I didn't know that about morning glories. Thanks for commenting.Galen Pearlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10189831838630645863noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3302107831896769514.post-51608079709926171902013-05-04T22:04:45.571-07:002013-05-04T22:04:45.571-07:00Gorgeous flower. Flowers, i find, have a tendency ...Gorgeous flower. Flowers, i find, have a tendency to quickly change our perspectives. I love the lessons you listed. I am not surprised at what you did with your class. I know another fabulous teacher :D To make her class conscious about paying attention while teaching, she gave them a "talking period" much to their astonishment. It took them a while to actually talk during this special class. :D The teacher was my Mom.<br /><br />I loved your post. As always.<br /><br />Hugs. Vidya Suryhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12911836541019511108noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3302107831896769514.post-78195735187082899672013-05-04T18:05:31.716-07:002013-05-04T18:05:31.716-07:00Vishnu, I wish you had been my student! You would ...Vishnu, I wish you had been my student! You would have been the teacher's favorite for sure! You raise an interesting question about education. I'm not sure it is a school's responsibility to teach students to be at peace. As a law professor, my job was to be sure that my students were prepared with the skills they needed to serve their clients and their communities. As a human being, however, it is my responsibility to serve others in whatever way I can. If that means canceling class to help some overwhelmed students with a life reality check and allow them to catch their breath and regroup, then I'm happy to do that. I'm not sure that I'm making a distinction that makes any sense, even to me. But that's how it seems to me, at least right now. I'll have to think about this some more. Thanks for your comment.Galen Pearlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10189831838630645863noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3302107831896769514.post-11226523900788940782013-05-04T17:56:26.661-07:002013-05-04T17:56:26.661-07:00LeAnn, Your comments always make me smile. Thank y...LeAnn, Your comments always make me smile. Thank you so much.Galen Pearlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10189831838630645863noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3302107831896769514.post-89186575173947694882013-05-04T17:56:02.215-07:002013-05-04T17:56:02.215-07:00Jennifer, Glad to offer a reminder that we all nee...Jennifer, Glad to offer a reminder that we all need! Thanks for your comment.Galen Pearlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10189831838630645863noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3302107831896769514.post-14410914663199177202013-05-04T17:55:31.117-07:002013-05-04T17:55:31.117-07:00Beth, Well, I think it's time for you to come ...Beth, Well, I think it's time for you to come on up for a visit! I'd love to show you around. Thanks for commenting.Galen Pearlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10189831838630645863noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3302107831896769514.post-10664841476366881252013-05-04T16:19:55.603-07:002013-05-04T16:19:55.603-07:00I wish you had been my law school professor, Galen...I wish you had been my law school professor, Galen. I don't actually think I heard the words 'have fun' or 'don't take school so seriously' in law school!! <br /><br />I think you gave students (especially lawyers to be) what was really need - perspective and practicality. Your life will move on, you'll still live (haha) and get a job and be happy. <br /><br />I've been wondering of late why we don't get the education we really need in school but simply facts, theories and subject matter. Instead of what will help someone be happy, productive or at peace. Vishnuhttp://www.vishnusvirtues.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3302107831896769514.post-44880692178570535242013-05-04T14:43:06.935-07:002013-05-04T14:43:06.935-07:00I must say this was a wonderful post. You are the ...I must say this was a wonderful post. You are the best and come up with the greatest of examples. My thoughts were that I need to get outside my comfort zone and look a little closer at the flowers; like "take time to smell the Roses". <br />I loved the story of your law class. I can see why that would be a memorable moment for them. <br />Blessings and hugs!LeAnnhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18107717294803352571noreply@blogger.com