Painting by Belynda Wilson Thomas Take one thing with another, and the world is a pretty good sort of a world, and tis our duty to make the best of it and be thankful. Benjamin Franklin… Read More

Painting by Belynda Wilson Thomas Write what disturbs you, what you fear, what you have not been willing to speak about. Be willing to be split open. Natalie Goldberg Has creating an Il… Read More

Painting by Belynda Wilson Thomas Most evil comes from the belief that one is a victim, or one’s group is a victim. Dennis Prager I watched a YouTube video with a U… Read More

Painting by Belynda Wilson Thomas What you do today can improve all of your tomorrows. Ralph Marston The world wasn’t simple during my childhood, we had the Cold War… Read More

Painting by Belynda Wilson Thomas Self-expression must pass into communication for its fulfillment. Pearl S. Buck On Saturday I attended the Mississauga Writers Group, it was a lovely… Read More

Painting by Belynda Wilson Thomas There is nothing either good or bad, but thinking makes it so. William Shakespeare Do we have faith we can deal with the challenges ahead of us? No on… Read More

Painting by Belynda Wilson Thomas At times our own light goes out and is rekindled by a spark from another person. Each of us has cause to think with deep gratitude of those who have ligh… Read More

Painting by Belynda Wilson Thomas Success consists of going from failure to failure without loss of enthusiasm. Winston Churchill School is starting soon and children will once again w… Read More

Painting by Belynda Wilson Thomas If we lose freedom of speech, it’s never coming back. Elon Musk What does a free and open society mean? When is it free enough and open enough?… Read More

Painting by Belynda Wilson Thomas Building community is to the collective as spiritual practice is to the individual. Grace Lee Boggs What if asking questions on social media becomes a… Read More

Painting by Belynda Wilson Thomas To ask the right question is already half the solution to the problem. Carl Jung All is fair in love and war and isn’t sports a form of war? Are… Read More

Painting by Belynda Wilson Thomas Don’t minimize the importance of luck in determining life’s course. Alex Trebek Where does luck fit in our lives, do we consider ourselves… Read More

Painting by Belynda Wilson Thomas We can find common ground only by moving to higher ground. Jim Wallis Finding common ground is something we have to focus on during a conflict. When w… Read More

Painting by Belynda Wilson Thomas The strength of a civilization is not measured by its ability to fight wars, but rather by its ability to prevent them. Gene Roddenberry What does one… Read More

Painting by Belynda Wilson Thomas We are not punished for our anger; we are punished by our anger. In other words, anger is its own karma. Eknath Easwaran Is unexpressed anger toxic? I… Read More

Painting by Belynda Wilson Thomas I have one love – Canada one purpose – Canada’s greatness, one aim – Canada’s unity from the Atlantic to the Pacific. John… Read More

Painting by Belynda Wilson Thomas It takes but one positive thought when given a chance to survive and thrive to overpower an entire army of negative thoughts. Robert h. Schuller At To… Read More

Painting by Belynda Wilson Thomas The more you practice the art of thankfulness, the more you have to be thankful for. Norman Vincent Peale Don’t worry, be happy. We’ve all… Read More

Painting by Belynda Wilson Thomas Remember, the choices we make today shape the people we become tomorrow. Victoria Osteen Are we lifelong learners, or did we quit learning anything ne… Read More

Painting by Belynda Wilson Thomas A leader takes people where they want to go. A great leader takes people where they don’t necessarily want to go, but ought to be. Unknown &ldqu… Read More

Painting by Belynda Wilson Thomas Either your troubles make you better, or they make you bitter. We must always examine what’s going on in our hearts. T. D. Jakes I’m looki… Read More

Painting by Belynda Wilson Thomas Don’t judge each day by the harvest you reap, but by the seeds that you plant. Robert Louis Stevenson Where does luck play in our lives and what… Read More

Painting by Belynda Wilson Thomas There is something about losing a mother that is permanent and inexpressible – a wound that will never quite heal. Susan Wiggs Mother’s Da… Read More

Painting by Belynda Wilson Thomas All life is an experiment. The more experiments you make, the better. Ralph Waldo Emerson Spring flowers, trees in bloom, and getting out into the gar… Read More

Painting by Belynda Wilson Thomas It is not enough to be busy… The question is: what are we busy about? Henry David Thoreau Are we saying yes to life? As opportunities come alon… Read More

Painting by Belynda Wilson Thomas Some people are so poor all they have is money. Bob Marley Everywhere we turn we need more money. Is it true life is harder now for young people than… Read More

Painting by Belynda Wilson Thomas If we are growing, we’re always going to be out of our comfort zone. John C. Maxwell Last night I listened to John Maxwell as I painted, he said… Read More

Painting by Belynda Wilson Thomas It’s your reaction to adversity, not adversity itself that determines how our life’s story will develop. Dieter f. Uchtdorf Yesterday we w… Read More

Painting by Belynda Wilson Thomas We make a living by what we get. We make a life by what we give. Winston Churchill Is it easier to give up than to stay the course? One of the things… Read More

Painting by Belynda Wilson Thomas Courage is the mother of all virtues because without it you cannotconsistently perform the others. Aristotle If we are to live good lives we have to ha… Read More

Painting by Belynda Wilson Thomas Only the wisest and stupidest of men never change. Confucius How many of us got up today wondering why we can’t quit changing our clock ahead an… Read More

Painting by Belynda Wilson Thomas Life is a matter of choices, and every choice you make makes you. John C. Maxwell Stretching ourselves too thin often doesn’t accomplish what we… Read More

Painting by Belynda Wilson Thomas 80% of value is achieved with the first 20% of effort. Pareto principle Is it possible to work less, worry less, succeed more, and enjoy life more? A… Read More

Painting by Belynda Wilson Thomas Keep your dreams alive. Understand to achieve anything requires faith and belief in yourself, vision, hard work, determination, and dedication. Remember… Read More

Painting by Belynda Wilson Thomas Life feels complete when you’re together with your family. Unknown Last night my daughter hosted a family dinner in honor of Mom. We talked and… Read More

Develop an attitude of gratitude, and give thanks for everything that happens to you. Knowing that every step forward is a step toward achieving something bigger and better than your current… Read More

Painting by Belynda Wilson Thomas Spread love everywhere you go. Let no one ever come to you without leaving happier. Mother Teresa Mom died on January 27, 2024, and was born on Novemb… Read More

Painting by Belynda Wilson Thomas We must not, in trying to think about how we can make a big difference, ignore the small daily differences we can make which, over time, add up to big di… Read More

Painting by Belynda Wilson Thomas Successful people recognize crisis as a time for change – from lesser to greater, smaller to bigger. Edwin Louis Cole How many of you are hearin… Read More

Painting by Belynda Wilson Thomas Life without endeavor is like entering a jewel mine and coming out with empty hands. Japanese proverb We’ve set our goals and we are so excited… Read More

Painting by Belynda Wilson Thomas Never underestimate the power you have to take your life in a new direction. Germany Kent How are we doing so far on the changes we want to make? Have… Read More

Painting by Belynda Wilson Thomas You’ll never change your life until you change something you do daily. The secret of your success is found in your daily routine. John C. Maxwell… Read More

Painting by Belynda Wilson Thomas Life should not only be lived, it should be celebrated. Osho Happy New Year! Here we are at the beginning of 2024, what changes do we want to make, wh… Read More

Painting by Belynda Wilson Thomas The curious paradox is that when I accept myself just as I am, then I can change. Carl Rogers Another year is ending, and we look forward to the New Y… Read More

Painting by Belynda Wilson Thomas Blessed is the season which engages the whole world in a conspiracy of love. Hamilton Wright Mabie Have we thought about what life would be like witho… Read More

Painting by Belynda Wilson Thomas If you want to experience the true meaning of Christmas, give something to someone who can offer nothing in return. Toni Sorenson Twas the week before… Read More

Painting by Belynda Wilson Thomas Life is either a daring adventure or nothing at all. Helen Keller If we wonder how we will get everything done, we need to tackle what is most importa… Read More

Painting by Belynda Wilson Thomas You can’t use up creativity. The more you use, the more you have. Maya Angelou On Saturday, I attended the Cranberry Christmas Market hosted by… Read More

Painting by Belynda Wilson Thomas You should set goals beyond your reach so you always have something to live for. Ted Turner We are almost at the end of the year, and have we accompli… Read More

Picture by Belynda Wilson Thomas You can be cautious or you can be creative, but there’s no such thing as a cautious creative. George Lois Yesterday, I finished knitting a blanke… Read More