May to June

First of all I  hope you had a wonderful 

Memorial  Day  weekend. Celebrating 

those who fought and died for our

country. 

Here in Western Washington  the  last

Day of May looks like it will  be a nice

Day. The sun is shining as the day begins.

We are expecting  rain for the beginning 

of June. Not a big surprise,  however,

never really know how the weather will

turn out.

I  am expecting  to  go out walking  in a 

few hours. This place is so beautiful 

so getting  outdoors  when the sun is

shining or at least not raining is a good

thing.

I always  take the opportunity to  say 

hello to people at very least and much

more when the time is allotted.

May you be blessed and good health 

tou you. 😊😊😊

Happy Memorial Day

Today we remember and honor

those who fought and died so

we would be free and stay this

way. 

We still have the military to 

keep our enemies away from

us. A purpose for these young 

men and women to serve our

country. Thank you so much.

Staying in Bed

Some mornings  it feels  like  staying 

in bed would be the best option. 

This morning  feels  that way. I do

know going to  church will  feel  good. 

Technical  issues  seem to creep up

now and then well as other things. 

The  bright point the day can only

get better.  I  hope the same for you. 

May you be blessed.  AMEN! ❤❤❤

Holiday Weekend

The  last holiday  weekend before 

school gets out. 

It is important  weekend  to remember 

those who died in war so we have the

freedoms  we have.

I  know to there are those who  want

to take some of the freedoms away

as well. 

Whatever  you have planned for the 

weekend  take a time of silence to 

remember  those who died in war.

Also, for the children  and two teachers 

who were murdered in Uvalde Texas 

school  as well this week. 

May the laws be changed to  keep 

weapons out of the hands of evil 

people.  🙏 🙏 🙏 

Taking Action

There are times of emergency where

we have to take action. 

It is easy and natural  to be passive 

to take a leadership  role.  In an

emergency  you can tell who you 

really  are.

On Thursday  evening I  could  hear

water. I  wondered what was going on.

It would  have been easy  just get

back to  what I  was doing. 

I went into  my master bathroom  and  

water was coming  down the ceiling.

I  had to go to  the unit upstairs and

the man had been taking a shower

which meant water was coming from 

there. He was going to send an email 

to the maintenance department  to 

let them know.

In several hours I  will check  to be sure

the maintenance department  heard

about the situation. Of course  they may 

arrive  before I  check in.

Had I not gone to check the bathroom 

and checked  in with the man upstairs 

it may have been  a few hours before

knowing  what happened. 

I  am  not  saying  I am  at the top of

being a leader but those who lead 

take action. Amen. 😊😊😊

Things Happen Sometimes

I was planning  to  be here earlier however

 my internet  was down. You could say 

things happen. At least it is going  now.

I  have thought for a while something 

should  be  done but this week a massacre 

in Uvalde Texas. What is law enforcement 

going to make  changes in gun control. 

I don't  think we should leave guns to the

police  but at the same time something 

must be done.

I can't  believe  a young man can buy so

much ammunition. There should be a 

limit of how much one person can buy

at a time. Even if not a law stores should 

only  allow the amount to buy. If they can

limit how much someone  can buy toilet 

paper or ice during  covid-19  why not on

ammunition.  

Anyway  that is how I  feel.  How many times 

will this continue  to  happen before this

is taken care of. I  am  sure people in other

countries  don't  understand.  Someone take 

action. 

Setting Goals

I believe it is important  for us to 

set goals.

For example one of my goals is

to take ten thousand  steps a

day. Most of the steps are walking

at the athletic club or the trail

near my home.

The steps include going to  the   

kitchen and grocery shopping. 

Most days I  accomplish  my

goal.

Other goals  is continue losing

weight until I  reach the weight 

I  want to be at. I  have about

20 pounds to go. I  will see how

I  look after that. Also, I  look at

keeping  my budget  where I  am 

about to stay where  I  spend what

comes in or save a little. Not an easy

task at all.

I know there are other goals I want 

to meet as well.  What are yours?

😊😊😊🤩🤩🤩

Sometimes Things Don't Make Sense

It is amazing sometimes things

don't make sense and can't fix

it.

This what happen to me about 

my fit watch this morning. It

shows that I have walked 19

miles so far today. Lol

Instead of sleeping did I walk

in my sleep. I don't think so.

It looked fine until after the battery

charged. I just have to wait to 

see what happens tomorrow.

I was hoping to reset showing 

the amount of steps back to

zero but can't find how to do so.

Oh mystery of life. Lol

Today is a new day no matter 

what the watch shows as long

as the time is right which is

correct.  😊😊😊

God Believes In You

God created you for a purpose  that 

is greater than you realize. Otherwords

you have a lot of upside.

You  don't  believe  in Jesus  Christ give

him a chance. He believes  in you.

Believing in Jesus  Christ  doesn't mean

life will be perfect but more than  you 

know now.

Sunday evening  prayed for a man at

church who had a fear of failure. Now

he doesn't  feel  that way any longer.

Whatever  regret  you have Jesus  Christ 

can change that. The most important  thing 

is he loves you no matter  what your life

has been like.

Give him the chance. Amen! ❤❤❤

The Battle Within

We all have to deal with the battle 

within  us at times. I  am glad I 

don't  have to  so much except

once in a while. 

Depression  often  causes the battle.  

At least that is my experience anyway. 

What I do is pray and meditate. Certainly 

helps for sure.

Depression  can be disheartening. 

Those with it all the time  have to

see a professional.  

Letting  you  know  I  have depression

on occasion  helps a lot. Pray for me

and others who deal with  depression 

whether on occasion  or a lot. Those 

who have to take medication for 

depression pray they get better and

no longer have to  take the medication.

Having someone  to  talk to  can help 

a lot as  well. May you  be  blessed today.

🙏🙏🙏❤❤❤

My Appreciation

I want you to know I  appreciate you

whether you  have been  on this blog

once or hundreds of times.

This was my original  blog where I 

began sharing  about my life and

then developed about our life purpose. 

It is so nice that people  in at least a

dozen countries view this blog. I hope

my writings  make some difference in

your life. 

I write our purpose  in Christian or Godly

perspective. I believe  God has a purpose 

for each of us which he designed us before

we were born. Though we don't always live

up to his expectations it doesn't  change

God's view or reason he created us for.

I do know people have otherways at looking

at our purpose.  It has to  do with other religions 

and or cultures. I  believe though as mentioned 

God has a bigger plan for us than we realize.

This is how we should  look at it.

I hope I have the time and money to  travel to

more of the states here in USA.  I  have around

35 states I have not been to  as of yet. I hope

to see as many national parks as I  can.

Let you know  about my website as well 

herbnightingale.com. I  write  something on

it's blog three times  a week.  I plan to post

pictures there as well as Instagram and Facebook.

I  write  on a local sports website as well 

pacificnwsports.com. 

My pastor has told us the last several weeks how

important  it is to disciple others and be discipled

as well.  So I  hope I am discipline you to some degree.

It is so important we grow and flourish each day.

God's  blessings to you this day and everyday. Amen!

❤❤❤

Two Elements of Our Purpose

I have mentioned  before there are two 

elements  of our purpose. They are the 

physical  and  the spiritual. 

The physical  realm is  where we live in

everyday.  The one we are comfortable  

in or we at least try. Lol

Since we are comfortable  in the physical 

and live there our gifts and talents are 

used in that area  mostly. 

We are spiritual  beings as well.  This is

a realm we should  spend more time in.

We have gifts and talents for this area 

to.

Since like  many I don't  spend enough 

time in  the  spiritual.  You may wonder 

what this means and how our gifts are 

used in it.

I am not an expert but the spiritual  I 

believe deals with our soul and spirit. 

Areas of our lives where we have trouble

in. Those in the media and the medical 

profession call mental illness I believe 

can be dealt  with  in  the spiritual realm.

Those with gift of discernment or wisdom

two name a couple gifts can find out how

and where mental illness  comes in. Medical 

professions have their place,  however,  they

don't often find the cure, give counseling and

prescriptions.  Not a bad idea depending how

serious the illness is. Diving into their passed

is a good  idea. May get into the  spiritual again 

at later date. Forgiveness is  often a  way to 

help those who are bound up.

Have yourself a  wonderful weekend and let

your purpose  flourish.  😊😊😊❤❤❤

Oh Deer

Wednesday night  I  was out  at 

church home group.  We get together 

twice a  month on Wednesday night.

We had a fun time  of talking, praying 

and worship. It is  always a good time. 

Leaving the  meeting and pulling out 

of the driveway onto  the  road a large

deer crossed over. I  knew I  saw some

thing so I  put on my breaks. It wasn't 

until  it was across the road that it was

a deer.

What a beautiful deer for sure. I  have 

seen deers before in the same area

but not expecting at night. I  wish I 

had taken a picture. 

Always nice to  have  an unexpected 

treasure  like this to happen.  Amen!

❤❤❤

Judge Yourself

Since this the middle  of  the work 

week  it is going  time to judge how

you are doing.

Make two lists. One would be everything 

you feel has been  positive for the week. 

The other list would be where you think

improvement  can happen.  You can add

anything  negative  to  this list as well. 

The important  thing  is  to  be  realistic 

and not be hard on yourself  either. This

is especially  true  if you are a perfectionist.

Come back on Saturday and  see how things 

went. Did things stay the same or improve.

Also, give yourself a star.  🕺💃

A Spring Weekend Ahead

It has been a cold spring  for  the most

part with an occasional nice day.

This weekend here in Western Washington 

we are expected to hit 70s.  This means

a lot of people  will be outside.  Plan

family and friends  over.

Tuesday  expected  to  be a bit cold but no 

rain, however,  is expected  by Thursday.

May certainly  has been  unusual.  The 

last few years we have had hot temperatures. 

The important  thing  is  to  keep  a positive 

attitude  during  these times. Find people

to give out your gifts and talents  to.  

Remember there is only one you and your 

special.   ❤❤❤

Takes Some Time

For some like myself it took a long

time to  realize  their life purpose 

to the fullest. 

It isn't a bad thing  it just means

helping  others with gifts and 

talents is later in  life.  

I think most people  don't even

realize  they  have  a  life purpose 

or think about it anyway. 

For some that is not a bad thing.

For them they have been doing

their life purpose  for so many

years since they knew it unconsc-

iously anyway.

For the rest finding out what their

life purpose  would be good. If you 

know anyone who wonders about

their  life purpose let them know

what you believe what it is even

if it is only a part of it. Even those 

of us who give people  what we 

believe is their life purpose we 

only know in part. It would only

be in rare cases we would know

it all.

May your week  be great.  Your

life purpose  be grand. ❤❤❤

A Good Feeling

I have a good feeling having my car back. 

Though the cost was more than expected. 

Where I live it is hard to get around without 

a car. No bus comes by my apartment. 

My car seems  to  run better  as well.  I

just don't  want  the same experience

again.

I  am glad that life is back to  normal 

and peace again. Amen!  💯❤❤

Looking Forward To Summer

I don't  know  about you  but I am  

looking forward  to  summer.  

It has been a cold,wet and windy

spring so summer  be a good 

change.

We had hail in April and snow in

May though it didn't  stick.

They are forecasting another hot

summer  though I  hope not as

much as last year.  I  would prefer 

what  our normal  summer is 

like. 

Having a summer will be good with

my brother, his daughter, youngest 

son and girlfriend  in July for several 

days.

I hope to  go to  British Columbia  in

August  as well  to see cousins.  I

haven't seen  any of them since covid-19.

I wish you  all a wonderful and blessed 

summer  as well.  😊😊😊

Being Thankful For What You Have

The last ten days have been trying. 

I really  hope it is  over now.

The important  thing  is  to  be  thankful 

for what we. Our health,  family, and

friends are really  important.  Also,

what God has instilled  in us.

May your Friday and  weekend go

well and be a blessing.  May your

purpose thrive today and always. 

Amen. ❤❤❤

Preventing Measures

The loss of stolen part on my vehicle 

I figure it is important  to  find a way

not for it not to  happen again or at

least harder for the thieves  to  do

so.

Sometimes  in life  we have to make 

measures we don't  want to but don't 

much choice  on the matter do we.

May your life be blessed  today along

with choices. May you have wisdom 

for any tough decisions that might 

need to be made. Amen!

Overcoming Injustice

It is so important to have justice

in the mist of our life purpose.

How I have been treated unfairly

and with injustice over the last

nine days it makes me realized

how important justice is.

The injustice toward me has made

me feel empty inside and not knowing

what to do. I haven't thought of 

anything else. It is so important

we speak up against injustice.

It begins with justice in our purpose.

Amen!

Being Unpredictable

Like  the  weather  our lives  can be

unpredictable.  That can be exciting 

at the same can be  chilling. 

I am sure having unpredictable life

can be frightful as well.  Our lives

can be different  than what we 

thought it would  be. It is ok to be

unpredictable. 

Going  with unpredictable  we should 

be grateful  for  our lives. It is what

it comes down to  in the end.

Being unpredictable  can mean that 

our lives  hasn't  turned out the way 

we thought it would be to. That is

Ok as well.  We must do the best

we can under our circumstances.  

Amen! ❤❤

Speaking Up

It is important  we speak up

when someone  offends us

or injustice against us. Also, 

tries to take advantage of us.

Not just for ourselves  but  

others to.  Whether the other

person  is close friend or

family or someone we just

met.

We  neee o speak with  a  loud

voice where the person offends

us realizes we are not going to

accept  what they are doing to

us and we are not going to be a 

victim. Amen! 👍👍

Happy Mother's Day

I want to  wish all you mothers  a

grand day. Of course, without  you 

none of us would be  here.

I know some  relationships between 

mother  and  child are  ot good. I  

pray that today reconciliation would 

happen.

May you mothers be blessed mightily 

and your day will be special.  ❤❤❤

A Wet Year

So far 2022 has been a wet year.

Here in Western Washington the

rainfall  is already at half of the 

annual amount. May is starting  

out with the  same.

It isn't just the rain spring has been 

colder than normal  as well.  It has

been the 40s for the most part.

How long this will  last we will have

to see. Allergies  happen to a lot of

people here so I am  sure season for

it as well. 

A lot like covid-19 I am sure this effects 

people  emotionally and spiritually. It is

easy to  feel  depressed  because  of 

the  weather. Our life purpose can be 

to help  others. Pray for us that people 

here can make it through this season. 

Amen!

A Week Of Trial

I am not here to complain, however,

it has been a tough week concerning

my car.

Not to get into it much but I had 

something stolen from it.  The 

issue with my insurance company

has made thing qtc even worse. I 

have to call them again this morning.

They gave me a small estimate 

compared to the actual cost. The

replacement should have been done

already. 

Anyway be sure to check out your

insurance company and how they

work things out for helping you

out. I feel like a victim a second 

time. 

Peace and may your purpose today

come true. Amen! 

Gathering With Friends

Twice a month I gather with

friends from church.

It is so nice to enjoy a good time

and find out what is happening

with each of them.

I gave a ride to a woman where

we had good conversation to

and back from the meeting.

She has had medical issues over

the last several years. She sounded

so much more positive than before.

Other friends commented how she

had changed.

We can all change for the positive

if we allow God into our lives and

do the changing. Amen! 🙂🙂🙂

Have A Choice

Here is to say we all have a

purpose along with a choice.

These days politicians say

we have a choice but that 

depends on the issue. 

I am not saying choices should

not be discussed depending on

the circumstances but should

apply across the board.

God has given us free will which

means we have a choice but 

doesn't me there can't be where 

things will happen and we won't

pay for them.

People should get council they trust

and believe in. Not those who have

agendas of their own which isn't

easy to come by. We all have agendas

in some matter of speaking. 

Again politicians should stay out

of it. Also, if people feel strong 

enough about an issue and give

their money to support fine but

tax payer's money should not go

to it. 

Let your politicians know they 

should stay out of choices and

let people decide on their own.

I am sure people believe what 

issue I am talking about but there

are other issues I believe fit the

same way. 

Remember we have a choice don't

let anyone else tell us especially

the government. Amen! 

A Day To Forget

Mondays usually people don't

like. This Monday is one I want

to forget. 

I thought this Monday would be

fine until I started Mr car. I thought

why is it having such a noise.

I found out someone took out my

Catalytic converter. I found out 

a lot of it happening around there.

It isn't only the money to spend but

the time and nonsense involved. I pray

that God takes care of it. Amen!

There Is More

Whatever way we are living

with our life purpose there 

is more.

We can't just live at the status

quo. God didn't give a life purpose

to say we are living at one level of

purpose.

I am excited because I know there

is more. I can help more for others.

I never thought of it before but it is

true. We are created to do great 

things. It is not just for the famous

but we can influence others too.

Amen!  

Hello May

Here we are starting  the fifth month

of 2022. The year is now one-third

over or we have two-thirds of the 

year to do something  in regards to  

our purpose. 

Our purpose  can be different  from 

one year to the next. It doesn't mean

we have a new purpose  every year.

There are those who have a purpose 

of encouragement while others may

have hospitality. The difference could 

be those you encourage or invite over

to your home. 

There are those who move for a job

or they move for retirement.  You 

might do the same or you may travel.

I  have  family  that are coming in July.

I will  have opportunity to  do my purpose 

to encourage them and have a good time 

as well. Probably go to  the mountains 

or the ocean we will  see. 

Again I will see them in September for

the wedding of my niece. I  will see places

and people I haven't met before. I  find

it a challenge and exciting at the  same time.

Enjoy May and don't look to far ahead.

Let your purpose be greater than  before.