What a privilege

Hello my dear readers,

If you are like me, and you start to be depressed on Sunday evening because tomorrow is Monday and is ‘back to work’ time, then let’s try this together:

When you arise in the morning think of what a privilege it is to be alive, to think, to enjoy, to love…

MARCUS AURELIUS

Let’s be positive and appreciate the fact that we are alive, we are healthy, we have a job and let’s try to enjoy it.

Stay safe and have a wonderful and positive week!

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I’m a life lover! Simple as that!

40 responses to “What a privilege”

  1. Deeksha Pathak Avatar

    Wishing you too safe, healthy and positive Sunday!

    1. popsiclesociety Avatar

      Thank you very much 🌸

  2. Blogging_with_Bojana Avatar

    I’m alive, I’m alive, alive!

    1. popsiclesociety Avatar

      😉 oh yes! 🌸

  3. derrickjknight Avatar

    Marcus Aurelius is my favourite philosopher

    1. popsiclesociety Avatar

      I’m glad ☺️ Thank you Derrick!

  4. Hilary Tan Avatar

    I am depressed. I can’t go to clinical again because of another COVID outbreak, so idk what to do at this point. I was supposed to have a night shift tonight.

    1. popsiclesociety Avatar

      Just try to relax Hilary and find something else to do 😉 Something that you enjoy 😉🤩

      1. Hilary Tan Avatar

        Hard to relax knowing that I can’t graduate at this rate because I don’t have enough hours to graduate. And repeating the semester isn’t an option for me.

      2. popsiclesociety Avatar

        Unfortunately the virus situation seems to stay even longer than expected! Getting the virus isn’t an option too 😞 Stay strong and safe Hilary!

      3. Hilary Tan Avatar

        I’ll be getting COVID tested this week since they want all staff and students to get tested now. I’ve got body chills and aches and praying it’s not COVID. Regardless, I think it’s a bit too late as the unit is officially on outbreak according to one student. I’ve been hearing different stories from different people so it’s hard to know what’s true at this point.

      4. popsiclesociety Avatar

        😞😞 I hope is not COVID 😷 it can be mild, just like a flu or can get worse 😞
        I hope everything will be ok Hilary! Stay strong! Mentally and physically 💓💕

  5. philosophy through photography Avatar

    Great thoughts-my friend 👍
    Encouraging

    1. popsiclesociety Avatar

      Thank you very much! Wish you a lovely week ahead 😉

  6. Simon Avatar

    What a privilege ✨ Be grateful for the day we are alive.. Have a lovely week ahead ✨🤗💐

    1. popsiclesociety Avatar

      Very true Simon! It is a privilege to be alive 🥰 Have a wonderful week ahead! 🤩🤗

      1. Simon Avatar

        Very Good Morning 💐🤗

      2. popsiclesociety Avatar

        A very good morning to you Simon! Have a great day! 🤩🤗

  7. SpiritualJourney17 Avatar

    Every day is a wonderful day!! Enjoy.

    1. popsiclesociety Avatar

      Very much so 😉 Have a wonderful day everyday! 🌸

  8. arlene Avatar

    Hello Ribana, have a wonderful week ahead.

    1. popsiclesociety Avatar

      Hi Arlene, thank you very much! Wish you a lovely week ahead too! 🌸 Stay safe!

      1. arlene Avatar

        You too.

  9. SaaniaSparkle 🧚🏻‍♀️ Avatar

    Hi Ribana! A quick question,
    Can you read my new poem in stanzas or is it in a wierd layout?

    1. popsiclesociety Avatar

      Hi Saania, in reader has a weird layout…everything is stacked together while on the page itself I can see it properly 😉

      1. SaaniaSparkle 🧚🏻‍♀️ Avatar

        Oh I see! Do you know why that’s so? It’s really ugly haha

      2. popsiclesociety Avatar

        Unfortunately I have no idea…can be that the format is not supported? I’m reading it from mobile…sometimes they have certain blocks that are not supported…

  10. heatherjo Avatar

    This is so true. Sometimes we get so busy and stuck in our daily routine that we forget to take the time to be grateful to be alive. It’s a blessing to be able to count our blessings.
    “I remember the days of old; I meditate on all your activity; I eagerly ponder over the work of your hands.” – Psalms 143:5

    1. popsiclesociety Avatar

      Yes, unfortunately we are so busy that we forget to take the time and enjoy the little things. Always remember to be grateful ☺️ Have a wonderful day! 🌸🌸

  11. ourcrossings Avatar

    No single day of the week divides people quite like a Monday. I love Mondays, and I love fresh start of the week; just imagine all the possibilities. The best way to get through Monday if you are not fond of them is to practice random acts of kindness. You’ll be surprised how they change your day 😀 Aiva

    1. popsiclesociety Avatar

      Very true! I do like Mondays too but when I don’t need to go to work 🤪
      Yes, I believe making even small acts of kindness can change a day! For example even smiling and saying good morning can change ours and someone else’s day 😉☀️
      Have a wonderful week Aiva! 🌸☀️

  12. Jessica E. Larsen Avatar

    I hope you’re having a great day Ribby. Stay wonderful ❤️

    1. popsiclesociety Avatar

      Let’s say that it could be better but I’ll look at the positive side 😉
      Thank you dear Jess! Have a wonderful day 💕

      1. Jessica E. Larsen Avatar

        Yes, so many things could be a lot better. But for now we got not much choice but stay positive.

      2. popsiclesociety Avatar

        Very true! Trying my best 😉💕🤗

  13. stevescountry Avatar

    Very good advice Ribana! It’s always better to look at the positive rather than the negative. And even though it might not look like it sometimes, there is always positive things in our lives, such as life itself and so much beauty around us, friends and family, pets, wonderful place to live! Have a great evening and Friday Ribana!😁😺🌞😻

    1. popsiclesociety Avatar

      Very true Steve! Instead of complaining we should really stop and look at the beautiful things that surround us! Being alive and being able to enjoy this beauty that the world give us is priceless 🥰
      Pets are a wonderful thing in our life! They do know how to make our life more funny 😁😼😻 🐶 I cannot wait for that moment to come when I’ll be able to have lots of pets 😁

      1. stevescountry Avatar

        Yes indeed, life is too short to complain and grumble, better to enjoy and be thankful! And Muffin adds, pet an animal at every opportunity!😀😺😻

      2. popsiclesociety Avatar

        I agree with both of you! I wish I could have a playtime session with you dear Muffin 😻😻

      3. stevescountry Avatar

        Meow, meow!=Me too!😸😻

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