Life is a Balancing Act

All work and no play makes Magnus a dull dog.

I'm so thankful for my friends.
They keep my thoughts in perspective and help me deal with life!

Here's some of the suggestions I've heard for staying playful.

Have some hobbies, join clubs, and service organizations.

Shredding - sometimes reading - the paper can be interesting.

Books are great for relieving stress and strain 

and help you learn how to live a long, long, long, happy life.

TV and movies 

can be a pleasant escape.

Good music,




a little dancing,

some good food,











and interesting, artistic views

help keep a mind from spinning into the doldrums.

It's important to keep a perspective of gratitude.

And of course my favorite relaxer and 

down time activity is a nap.

The comfier the chair the better.

(My friends even understand the importance of sleep!)

It's all about balance. 

You've got to know when to kick back and relax.

(And be a little crazy every once in awhile!)

Dress up and go out on the town.

Go to a concert or show.

Get some fresh air.

Enjoy time outside.

My favorite thing to do is taking long walks
to look at all the different kinds of houses and gardens. 

We even just moved in walking distance of a fancy botanical garden!

   

Mom rides her bike there too!

Sadly, pets aren't allowed at the botanical gardens! 

Grrrrrrrr.

But don't let troublesome things make you lose a positive train of thought.

Focus on activities that make you smile. 

And find time to laugh!

Life can be puzzling.

But things always come together in time. 

You just want to make sure you make the most of this grand ride of life.

So remember...

PAWS

Think of a time when you let your physical, emotional and mental states became unbalanced.

Try not to let it happen again!

You only have one you.

Take care of yourself!

Don't let things become an emergency situation.

Take some deep breaths,

 trust.

and bloom where you're planted.

~ Magnus Pym