A Tale of Focusing
Hey folks, it's Trevor here once again, to share another inspiring tale of Brenda's
life.
Before we go on I would like to congratulate her on 25 years of full time work, at
the clinic she is employed with. This is truly inspiring, because Brenda has lived
with RA for 22 years and has managed to keep working full time, despite living
with this inflammatory disease.
She even is treating herself to a beautiful piece of jewelry for the occasion. I
can't wait to see it on her. It is going to be quite flashy according to her report
to me.
Now on to our tale. These stories are always from true life experiences. Last
Saturday afternoon she spent some time with her friend, Nyla and they had a
great time as always. She enjoys being with her because not only is she a great
friend, but they always manage to have a laugh or two. Just as a point of reference,
Nyla was also the one, in our tale about the lamp. She said it would be alright to
mention her name, so we are. I have met her and she is one cool lady.
So they went out to lunch and Nyla mentioned to Brenda that she had just purchased
some binoculars and needed help with adjusting them. She was just sure that Brenda
would be able to help with this. Well folks, this story really entails more than meets
the eye. I crack myself up.
Truth be told, Brenda really didn't know all that much about binoculars, but she was
willing to try to help her at least adjust them.
So they got to her place and she showed them to Brenda. They really were quite
a nice pair. She basically got them, so she could watch the birds out in her back yard.
Kind of reminded me of Miss Jane Hathaway from that show The Beverly Hillbillies,
that I watch on MeTV. She always liked to watch the birds and remember that outfit
she would wear?
Anyway, so Brenda managed to get them adjusted somewhat. Here is the funny part.
On with our tale. They decided they should probably go back to the store where
she purchased them and get step by step instructions on how to use them. So they
went and found a nice man who was kind enough to help them out. She really
thought she had made a mistake by getting these as she just couldn't see anything
out of them. The reason being, they were being held the wrong way. The only
way you can properly focus on something is doing it the right way, same with
binoculars. They all had a big laugh about it all.
Now she was excited to use them and see some birds. So they headed to the park,
after they first stopped to get a Starbucks. What is it with you and your coffee?
Anyway, off to the park. They didn't actually see any birds, but it was definitely
a lot more fun using the binoculars now.
It's a lot like that in life. If we are not completely focused on what we are doing, things
will remain fuzzy and just not be that much fun. It's only when we are willing to make
things better, which really begins with our attitude and our willingness to move forward,
than that is when things will change and become clearer.
Adjusting to changes in life can be hard. Trust me folks, it only gets easier to focus,
if we are willing to fight and remain vigilant.
We recently got another addition to our Golden family, which now makes 5. His
name is Riley which means "Courageous"...look at this little guy and you will see
what I mean.
Riley
Brenda wrote a wonderful poem about courage. Here is it and we will leave you with
it. Until next time, this is Trevor, The Tell Tale Dog, asking you to focus on your
dreams and never give up!
life.
Before we go on I would like to congratulate her on 25 years of full time work, at
the clinic she is employed with. This is truly inspiring, because Brenda has lived
with RA for 22 years and has managed to keep working full time, despite living
with this inflammatory disease.
She even is treating herself to a beautiful piece of jewelry for the occasion. I
can't wait to see it on her. It is going to be quite flashy according to her report
to me.
Now on to our tale. These stories are always from true life experiences. Last
Saturday afternoon she spent some time with her friend, Nyla and they had a
great time as always. She enjoys being with her because not only is she a great
friend, but they always manage to have a laugh or two. Just as a point of reference,
Nyla was also the one, in our tale about the lamp. She said it would be alright to
mention her name, so we are. I have met her and she is one cool lady.
So they went out to lunch and Nyla mentioned to Brenda that she had just purchased
some binoculars and needed help with adjusting them. She was just sure that Brenda
would be able to help with this. Well folks, this story really entails more than meets
the eye. I crack myself up.
Truth be told, Brenda really didn't know all that much about binoculars, but she was
willing to try to help her at least adjust them.
So they got to her place and she showed them to Brenda. They really were quite
a nice pair. She basically got them, so she could watch the birds out in her back yard.
Kind of reminded me of Miss Jane Hathaway from that show The Beverly Hillbillies,
that I watch on MeTV. She always liked to watch the birds and remember that outfit
she would wear?
Anyway, so Brenda managed to get them adjusted somewhat. Here is the funny part.
On with our tale. They decided they should probably go back to the store where
she purchased them and get step by step instructions on how to use them. So they
went and found a nice man who was kind enough to help them out. She really
thought she had made a mistake by getting these as she just couldn't see anything
out of them. The reason being, they were being held the wrong way. The only
way you can properly focus on something is doing it the right way, same with
binoculars. They all had a big laugh about it all.
Now she was excited to use them and see some birds. So they headed to the park,
after they first stopped to get a Starbucks. What is it with you and your coffee?
Anyway, off to the park. They didn't actually see any birds, but it was definitely
a lot more fun using the binoculars now.
It's a lot like that in life. If we are not completely focused on what we are doing, things
will remain fuzzy and just not be that much fun. It's only when we are willing to make
things better, which really begins with our attitude and our willingness to move forward,
than that is when things will change and become clearer.
Adjusting to changes in life can be hard. Trust me folks, it only gets easier to focus,
if we are willing to fight and remain vigilant.
We recently got another addition to our Golden family, which now makes 5. His
name is Riley which means "Courageous"...look at this little guy and you will see
what I mean.
Brenda wrote a wonderful poem about courage. Here is it and we will leave you with
it. Until next time, this is Trevor, The Tell Tale Dog, asking you to focus on your
dreams and never give up!
The Grey Badge of Courage
2 burr holes remain
as a constant reminder...
of the day
I became a brain tumor survivor.
My skull was drilled open
it’s been almost 5 years now...
with everything that’s happened,
all I can say is WOW!
My Grey Badge of Courage
has brought me some tears...
not really knowing it had been lurking
for all of those years.
20 years they said at least
that “Mini” was living...
rent free as a beast!
She may be gone, but
her memory remains...
my Grey Badge of Courage,
hurts when it rains...
06/08/2013
Brenda Kleinsasser
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