Tag: dailyprompt

simplicity

What’s a cultural tradition from another country that you wish existed in yours?

Hmmm … I am not sure how to use this prompt. Maybe this way??

A cultural tradition is a way of living. There are cultural traditions (Amish or Old Believers) that value a simpler life. A simpler life, it must be said, before God. These traditions are alive – they are being lived now – and not some museum piece (or, in my case, something in a book). I would like that to be part of my cultural landscape. I would be able (hopefully) to plug into that tradition and make it part of my life.

Maybe I could start an Old Believer type of cultural that uses the Book of Common Prayer outside of the institutional church? And Anglican form of Priestless Old Believers!

LHT

What are the biggest mistakes people make when visiting your country?

While I am not sure people make this mistake often, one of the weirdest things about “my country” is left hand traffic. Visitors from other countries often go to the wrong door on the car when they first arrive. And sometimes freak out in traffice.

wish

What’s a song that always puts you in a good mood?

Maybe the song that has stuck with me the longest is Pink Floyd’s Wish you were here!? It is my first album on cassette. It reminds me of many people who have been part of my life, Good mood? Maybe a sense of connection!?

Running over the same old ground, what have we found?
The same old fears, wish you were here

I wish

What’s a fear you’ve overcome — and how did you do it?

I am not sure I have ever overcome a fear. I have learned to hide the fear from the outside world. I have learned to pretend I do not fear something or someone. But it is only on the outside. On the inside there is always fear and anxiety,

me alone

What are the most important things needed to live a good life?

I am going to sidestep the question of what a “good” life is and how do I know it is “good”.

Control what I can control! And do not worry about what is outside on my control. And what is that? Me! I can only answer for me and I can only make choices for me. I stand alone and only when I stand alone may I have a good life.

for me

How do you build loyal subscribers?

While I really appreciate all people who read, like, and follow this blog, I write for me. If it connects with you that is a bonus. I collect quotes and random ideas for me. Maybe one day I will look back on some of the posts and be inspired to write for an audience. But for today I write for me.

hard work

Do you believe in soulmates? Why or why not?

In the past I would have instantly answered with a “yes”. But experience has taught me that any relationship has two parts. Sometimes people give up or stop trying.

Soulmates are not discovered but are created by two people working hard.