Unsightly Litter

Hello Hatters,

I write as one who wears many hats just like you. Today, I share my UN-litterbug hat.

When I drive to and from work, I often notice ugly litter (is there any other kind?) Even in my own corner lot at home, trash blows up on my lawn which I try to remove as soon as I see it. From a tender young age, I have always hated seeing litter. It represents a carelessness that I really despise. I guess I'm on a rant.

Yesterday, I noticed the clutter on my desk. Is it any different? Maybe and maybe not, but it is in the category of irritations that can drive me bonkers. Even at restaurants, I like for my table to be as neat as possible. Do I need therapy? Probably.......

There is another group of annoyances that I need to keep a lid on and that is the clutter or litter around me....in my heart, my soul, and my mind. At this new year, many people talk of resolutions and changes. I find that I fight for a positive state of mind. It is not a new year's addition for me. Bad news, difficult health, and any number of things can throw litter in my life. I have to watch it, be aware. Once I recognize the attempts for litter to enter my being, I need to jump into action and redirect, take out the trash and consider the beauty and blessings in my life.

Positive attitudes and clear optimism is important to me. I hope it is for you, as well. Keep checking for clutter or the unnecessary negativity that is so rampant these days. I may not be able to control the litter that I witness everywhere I go, but I can choose to load my mind with good thoughts. My best tools for this process is my Bible reading and my prayer life. Believe me, if I am off my schedule for study and prayer, you can bet that I'm off my best game.

Reminders like physical litter and clutter remind me to focus on what is happening inside myself. I don't know why I always see external things and then process them internally. I guess I'm just wired that way. My hope for you today is to recognize any junk that should be discarded and move into a clear and positive day. Today is precious, a treasure, no time to waste it.

Hugzzzzzzzzzzzzz,

MT