GOOD DAY/ BAD DAY AS I SEE IT: Worst Canadian Winters

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I FOLLOWED A STAR (LYRIC)

I FOLLOWED A STAR

Written by: Jeffrey Robert Hilton

September 23,2013

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A GLOWING SUNSETS FADING COLDER

 YOU CAN FEEL THE CHILL IN THE AIR

THE LEAVES ARE TURNING FALLING

A FIRESTORM OF COLOR SWIRLING

ANOTHER SUMMERS NEARLY OVER

IT ALWAYS SEEMS ITS OVER BEFORE IT STARTS

KIND OF EVOKES A SADNESS IN ME

LIKE NOTHING ELSE I KNOW

SOMETHING TO REFLECT ON

AS I SIT BY THE FIRES WINTER GLOW

SOMETIMES THERE'S JUST THINGS

ANSWERS OF THAT, YOU'LL NEVER KNOW

I NEVER CLAIMED TO HAVE ALL THE ANSWERS

BUT I'VE TRIED MY BEST TO FILL IN ALL THE BLANKS

AND ALL THE CHINKS IN MY ARMOR

I PATCHED UP THE BEST I COULD

SOMETIMES I WONDER, HOW I GOT THIS FAR

BUT I KNOW ONE THING

I FOLLOWED A STAR

FOR EVERYTHING A REASON

WHATEVER THAT MAY BE WILL BE

ALL I REALLY WANT TO KNOW IS

HOW IS IT WILL I KNOW WILL I SEE

WHEN ITS TIME TO GET OFF THIS ROAD

SAY I'VE SEEN MY SHARE

JUST GIVE ME A SIGN, AND I'LL SEE YOU THERE

TOO MANY THOUGHTS CLOUD MY MIND

AS I TRY TO FALL ASLEEP AND DREAM

SO I GO ON WAITING, FOR THE ONE I'VE NEVER SEEN.

 

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 I would love to see someone like Annie Lennox or Bruce Cockburn record this.

 

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SONG : SAVE MYSELF

SAVE MYSELF

Written by: Jeffrey R Hilton

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I TRADED TRILLIUM'S, FOR AN ALBERTA ROSE

STOPPED ALONG THE WAY

A FEW TIMES TO POSE

BUT LIKE SO MUCH OF LIFE GONE BEFORE ME

THOSE PICTURES ARE ALL LONG GONE

I'VE GOT A FEELING, IT'S LASTED FOR SO LONG

SOMEWHERE I SHOULD OF BEEN, BY YESTERDAY

I'M STILL HERE, I SEEM TO LOSE MY WAY

THE ROCKIES ON MY DOORSTEP

MOUNTAIN MEADOWS AND MOONLIGHT

A GIRL ON MY ARM

WOULDN'T TRADE IT FOR NOTHING

COULDN'T LEAVE IT FOR LONG

I'VE GOT A FEELING

AND IT'S SO STRONG

CHORUS 

 

SO MANY CHANGES, ALWAYS TAKING PLACE

EVERYTHING LOOKS NEW

WHAT CAN YOU HOLD ON TO

YOU'D BETTER WORK YOUR MAGIC

THE WORLDS SO TRAGIC, I COULD USE A SMILE

I COULD USE A PAUSE, I COULD USE A BREAK

BEFORE I'M READY, TO BREAK OUT OF THE GATE

NOW MAYBE I CAN FINALLY, SAVE MYSELF FROM ME

CUT THE VINES, THAT HOLD ME FAST

START ON SOMETHING, THAT'S GOING TO LAST

BIG BLUE SKIES PASSING, BEFORE OUR EYES

SEEN MOSTLY ALL OF IT, BUT DIDN'T REALIZE

THE SUN IS RISING, ON ONE MORE DAY

LETS MAKE THE MOST OF IT, GO ALL THE WAY

I AM READY ARE YOU, TO LET LOVE IN

TO GET LOVE IN, TO GIVE AND RECEIVE

SO LETS PROCEED

 

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INFUSED WITH LOVE AND LIGHT

Jeffrey R Hilton

 

 

 

 

LAWS OF ATTRACTION AND SUCCESS

LAWS OF ATTRACTION AND SUCCESS

Written by: Jeffrey R Hilton 

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Some people spend a lifetime not observing the more simple laws of the universe. The strength of the attraction to the things we deem much needed to be successful are a measure of how well we attract those things. Successful people for the most part have very healthy attitudes about both their past successes and future success.

Attitude is key, along with a strong identity of our own self worth. The more negative thoughts we rid ourselves of, the more room we make for positive ones. Some people constantly remind themselves and other that they are not lucky people and reiterate over and over that they never win anything.  These people believe it so completely, that they really do create that kind of luck and  seldom win anything reinforcing their belief.

Believe with all your heart that you are a lucky person and that belief will become a reality. Sure you will probably have to practice at it to perfect it, but put your unlucky streak behind you by giving it a try. You will no doubt catch yourself about to say the same words that have been holding you back, but instead,say I am a lucky person. Say it often and with conviction. Mean it! Believe it!

Remember the saying, " You've got to be in it to win it." 

Don't let opportunity to win draws or lotto's because you never win. Use the mantra of success and get in the draw.

Another hand up to success is to,never pass up on any opportunity handed to you. Realize that you have the potential to do anything successfully.

The wise use their heads to solve a problem, but use their hearts to make a choice. The laws of attraction are simple.

If we can dream it or imagine it, we can attract it and make it happen. We must believe  with consistence that we are lucky until we breathe it and live it. The only limitations we have are the ones we put on ourselves.

The laws of attraction apply to anything we want and that includes attracting a suitable mate. Picture your ideal mate along with the traits you deem valuable and believe you deserve that person and you are going to find that person. You are worth it. You deserve it, and you are going to have that, and nothing less. Of course you have to possess redeeming qualities yourself to accomplish this or it will never work. When deviousness and dishonesty are thrown into the equation, the results will more than likely not be what you expect. Positive qualities along with positive thinking go hand in hand towards success.

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AND MAKE ROOM FOR LUCK

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FRUGALITY EQUALS RICHES

FRUGALITY EQUALS RICHES

Written by: Jeffrey R Hilton

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Frugality is defined as a quality. Prudent in savings; and

lacking in wastefulness. There are many levels of frugality and some people take it to new levels. Or could that be considered just being downright cheap. A skinflint as it were. While I don't condone going to those lengths, either way, being frugal equates to having more money than you would otherwise. Frugality has been practiced by our forefathers for centuries and often had to do with wars and was necessary just to survive. Other times it was necessitated from drought and famine.

Most of us modern day humans are wasteful beyond belief and not nearly as resourceful as our ancestors were. Wasting water is something we are all guilty of on a grand scale, just taking it for granted that there will always be more. Plastic wash basins were previously always a fixture in a sink and after washing the dishes in that water, it was used to throw on the garden. Bathwater was recycled often by as many people as were in a family. I'd hate to be last in line.

Modern society with all it's conveniences,and believe me, there are way more than one needs, leads us to be wasteful. We have to buy tooth paste and denture tablets and teeth powder,mouthwash, anti -inflammatory pills, pain killers, hair spray,gel, body wash,shampoo,conditioner and the list goes on and on. That's just personal hygiene products. Then there is the multitudes of cleaning supplies etc. It's a wonder anyone has money to eat.

 Finding ways to cut costs can be fun and rewarding. Denture tablets can easily be broken in half and used one half at a time and still do the same job. Shampoos and the like can be stretched out some by adding a small amount of water and shaken up to ensure the whole bottle gets used and lasts slightly longer. We can take our empties back to a bottle depot and reap those rewards. We can buy fairly good imitations of designer clothes for half the price.

We can pause before making a purchase and ask ourselves if we really need it, or we just think we do and are being impulsive. We can collect water at home outside and use rain barrels to water our gardens with, taking the sting out of the water bill. We can opt to turn lights out when we leave a room, or use natural light, solar and wind power.

Where there is a will, there is a way to save money. 

We can drive slower and less erratic to cut fuel consumption. Switch to hybrid cars. Creativity often drives frugality to find awesome ways to save money. Practice makes perfect. We really don't need every new product that comes out. As far as being frugal goes, there are many books and web sites that can help you decide how and where to start. Making your own cleaning supplies from the barest of essentials that are quite effective and definitely cheaper than buying them.

 As I said, you don't have to go overboard,but you'll find if even you adopt some frugal practices, you will save more money for more important things in life than spending too much on consumables. It is somewhat more of a European the U.K., and other countries other than North America which practice the art of buying your groceries daily in a fresh food market rather than buying a huge quantity of food which often spoils before we get to eat it. This is often a healthier choice and supports the local farmers and economy.

For men that are not overly fussy about their hair, get a trimmer for your hair. learn to do it yourself or have your partner cut it for you for more savings. It's not rocket science. Failing that,go to a barber rather than an expensive hair salon to save money. Buy quality,so it lasts longer and gives you more bang for your buck whenever you can, and within reason. This is great advice for shoe buyers.

As the English say; Take care of the pennies and the pounds will take care of themselves.

Re-use, recycle, re-purpose. Learn how to can from your grandmother and stock up on preserves fresh from the orchard and the garden. Ask your grand parents about frugality and find out if you can fit any of their ideas into your life. Every bit helps. Awhile back when I started breeding birds, I learned to make my own perches from tree branches and a few nut, screws, and washers, saving me from the costs of perches sold in pet stores.

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AND TRY YOUR HAND AT FRUGALITY

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Muse On Summers Day

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Muse On Summers Day

Written by: J.R Hilton

Today, I watched a Hawk soar high above me. I admired the clouds reflected in still water. I watched a young bird not yet versed in the art of flight, hop and skip away from me in his imagined danger. I watched green leaves flutter in the warm breeze and felt the sun on my skin. I saw ducks lazing in the afternoon sun and a lone goose preening on the shore. I watched butterflies light on flowers. I let nature soothe my soul, sight, sound and feelings. I saw the river running high and swiftly. Nature is my Church and my solace.

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