Turn Things Around

When we find out we have a life purpose 

are lives turn around. It is more than

us, our family and those to us.

When we have a life purpose we live

as those we have contact with whether 

we know them or not are a part even if

only once.

Life purpose  means God loves us and

he created us  for this time. We decide 

how affected we will be. God is never

going to force himself on us. We have

the choice to do our purpose or not.

We are the only one to do so. There

is no one else like us. No one with the

same gifts and talents all wrapped up.

There are others who might be similar 

but not exactly  the same. The reason

why we are special  and  unique.  ❤️❤️❤️

What Does It Mean To You

What does your life purpose  mean to you?

It should mean a lot. It doesn't have to mean

everything  but close to it. If you have a

relationship  with  Jesus  Christ that should

be the most meaning to you. Your purpose 

is everything  else.

God created you for this time. This means

now even when things don't  always go right.

There are those who need you and you them. 

It is primarily  your family  or friends. Those

you see at church or the grocery store or at

work have to get whatever you  have out of

your purpose  too. You can be a mentor or 

disciple someone  or just smile or whatever 

other gifts you have. You don't have to  say

many words just being here is enough. ❤️❤️❤️

Don't Worry

Like the famous song don't  worry be happy. 

Jesus Christ  said  don't  worry  about 

tomorrow  today has enough problems.

We should be grateful  as we wake up once

again. Have a smile on our faces  even if

we are not having a good day or we are 

lonely. 

We have to fight off our emotions. Not

all depression is mental health. We have

an enemy  called the devil or Satan who

hates us and wants us to be depressed 

as often as possible.  He knows how

capable we are with our life purpose.

We are dangerous  if we live up to it.

Be happy  and loving today. This is

true even when  things are not going

good. Have hope, faith and love. ❤️❤️❤️

A Nice Surprise

Wednesday  night  I  went  Mariners  baseball 

game against  the Houston Astros at TMobile

Park in Seattle. The crowd was near a sellout. 

Over 38,000 fans were there more than my 

home town population. 

The Mariners  really  needed to win the game

however they lost 8-3. They played like they 

did when usually  losing. They have four games 

remaining  at home against the Texas Rangers. 

The playoffs  start next Tuesday so to have

any chance to get in they have to  win all four

games which won't  be  easy.

The surprise  though a guy who grew up down

the street  until ten years old then end up moving

was at the game. We follow each other  on social 

media. He said that he was at the game as well.

He let me know where he was sitting. So in between 

innings I found where he was at. There was open

seat so I  spent the remaining  of the game with

him and his son.

There is nothing more special  to  spend time

with someone  from your childhood even though

they are not part of your everyday  life.  ❤️❤️❤️❤️

Being Organized

Whether it is our life purpose or

life in general  being organized

is important. 

Being organized  is not one of

my strengths  however I  am 

working on it.

Areas of weaknesses  like

organization  it is  important 

to be diligent to get better.

If needing  assistance I 

recommend asking for it

as well.  ❤️❤️❤️❤️

Showing Kindness

What we should do  is  show kindness

to others. Even if you have a moment 

only say hi and smile.

I know often people  are so busy however

showing kindness  is a good thing. 

Our life purpose  should be more about

others than about ourselves.  What can

we do for others to feel better and loved.

Not here to put others down but for us

to remind that caring and kindness go

together. It is all by God putting his

Spirit in us. All we have to do is take 

a moment  when we see others even

when we are busy.  ❤️❤️❤️

Until Now

I didn't  realize until the scriptures of 

what Jesus  Christ  spoke on the 

Sermon on the Mount also known

as the Beatitudes. 

What I  mean I had heard the words

for much of my life however until

now I  didn't  realize Jesus Christ 

had spoken them on the sermon 

on the Mount. 

The whole sermon was in Matthew

chapter five through  chapter seven.

I am sure researching a bit they

maybe in the other gospels as well. 

I  will let you know further on another 

occasion.  

The words are all so powerful and

wonderful.  In my home church group 

we are in the process of memorizing 

the Sermon on the Mount. Right  now

working on chapter  five verses 13

through 20. It begins with being the

salt of the earth  to being the light of

the world and end up with Jesus Christ 

being the fulfillment of the law. Other

words  the Ten Commandments. 

Whether you  want to memorize or not

it is a good idea to meditate on it. 

Memorizing I  am  finding myself

meditating on it too. A great way for

us to  change our lives.  ❤️❤️❤️❤️

Welcome Fall

In the northern  and western  hemispheres

late Friday became fall while South and eastern 

became spring. 

Wherever  you  are  at both fall and spring 

are wonderful  times of the year. Our bodies

sometimes  have to readjust and the reason 

some of us get colds or viruses. In my case I 

figure  my cold has to do with my sinuses.

The  change of the seasons  means our purpose 

is going to change in some manner as well. Who

and what we do will be different  than  we did in

the summer and winter. The importance is to

keep focus on our purpose. Remember we need 

each other. ❤️❤️❤️❤️

Thank You All

This is the most successful  month in

the history  of  this blog so thank you

so much.

I hope your purpose  is thriving this

month as well.  You are having a lot 

of hope, faith and especially  love.

Remember you are the only you

here and the World needs  you very

much. What you have no one else

does. You are wrapped up in one

package. ❤️❤️❤️❤️

Speaking Hope

What we can all hear is about  hope.

We live in a world where hope doesn't 

come through to often.

We have to believe  in something that 

will allow us to have faith and joy.

You have hope please pass it around.

You may wonder what you can give

other people however they may not 

listen. Give what you have and nothing

more or less. ❤️❤️❤️

Looking For Clues

While watching a murder mystery  came 

to my mind how much we can  use looking

for clues as the detectives do in these

mysteries. 

Another area we can use our life purpose 

is to figure with clues those ask for our help

into their lives. Like the detectives it is 

important  to  ask the right questions to

solve their issues.

Something for all of us to remember  in 

helping others. ❤️❤️❤️

Gratitude

Having gratitude  to go along with joy

in the morning  is good.

I know yesterday may have been rough

and today just doesn't feel like gratitude 

or joy is in the cards.

My suggestion  if you will try is to take

baby steps . Speak a few words of gratitude 

today then all the today's ahead.

It might not be easy however  over time

you will see a change. Someday our purpose 

here on earth will be over and having the

most joy and gratitude  will make it grand.

❤️❤️❤️

Acceptance

As human beings we want to be loved

and accepted. As children most of us 

have been rejected to some degree.

If we are not living fully to our life purpose 

is for strongholds like rejection.  As children 

we felt rejected by classmates  or from 

teachers. We  most likely  were given word

curses like we weren't good enough or we

are stupid. We might not felt being part

of the social club or we were bullied. Looking

back at it most bullies felt rejected in one

form or another.

We may have been rejected by parents or

siblings. This happens commonly when

marriages end up in divorce. Even marriages

that don't end up in divorce can be as terrible 

as the ones that do.

Those that do end up in divorce you may

have felt part responsible for the marriage

ending. Example if I was a better child they

would have stayed together.  Word curses 

happen often here to. When staying with

your mother and you are a boy you may have

been told you are like your father  even if it is

not true. A father may say to a daughter you

are like your mother. Relationships between 

father's  and sons and mother's and daughter 

can be difficult  as well.

If you still feel rejected from others it is

important  to forgive them. It isn't like you

have to have an ongoing relationship however

forgiveness brings healing and helps you

with other relationship. Life is to short to

continue feeling rejected.  Amen!  ❤️❤️❤️

A Good Time

Seeing those I grew up with was so 

exciting Saturday night at my school 

reunion. Always somewhat  of a

disappointment  that others were not

there.

Most of those were there still live in

the area. It is amazing  to think most

of them I don't  see to often.

We did decide for those of us in the

area we will meet once a year together.

We  have a page on social media where

we can video chat anytime and make 

arrangements as well to meet for drinks

or a meal.

The great deal with technology of today

we can a way to do more of  our life

purpose into reality. We can find ways to

communicate like never before.  What will

come up next.  ❤️❤️❤️

The Printed Word

I have mentioned  before  how I admire 

others who have the talent  of writing

as well.  This especially  true for those

who write  poetry  or lyrics or even

screen plays. 

Most writers  put down on  coming from

their own experience  or from others.

Even those who write  fiction come from

side of experience  or knowledge on their

part. In some cases may take some research 

as well.  

Like writing this blog often it is my experience 

or words God has given me to put down. I  am

sure many who write feel it is good therapy for

themselves  as well  as  others. I  know my pastor

feels that way when he is done with his sermon.

Good speakers have to be good writers as well 

unless they have someone  who writes their

speeches for them. An example is the President 

of the United  States or you have actors who take

the part of words for their character. 

All of us should write things down that come to

our minds. Those of us who are bloggers do a job

as a journal  in a way. Even if you never plan to

be a blogger or any other type of writer it is a good

idea to have your own journal.  ❤️❤️❤️

Life Can Be Frustrating

Even the best  of  times life can be frustrating 

however when you  have  a cold like I have right 

now I  have  to  take it easy.

There are times to take a rest however when

you have a cold that lingers on it is frustrating. 

I  can't  wait  to  get back to normal.

I am sure everyone  feels this way time again.

Usually  when I  get  a cold it comes on fast

and likes linger for a while. It usually quits 

immediately  as well.  I am sure I will  be  back 

to normal  fairly soon but today would be nice.

❤️❤️❤️

My 50th High School Reunion

It I'd hard to believe it has been fifty

years since I was in high school.

It feels like a whole different live time.

It will take place on Saturday at the

Gig Harbor Golf and Country Club.

Hard to believe  most of these 

classmates I haven't seen in at

least thirty years since our last 

large one. We had one five years 

ago when we had around 20 of us.

Most of these classmates have children

and grandchildren. My brother told

me that his class is planning a reunion

next year. He went to a private school

when I went to public school.

It certainly be interesting to say the least.

❤❤❤

Staying Home

Monday I took a nap and now Tuesday 

I  will have to  stay  home because  I  

caught a cold. 

This might have happened  when I 

went to bed as well. Some illness 

happens when I  take a nap.

I  realize it is important  for us to

pray  whenever we are vulnerable 

or weak. I  am  sure  we won’t always 

remember however make it habit 

to do so.

Not only to pray for ourselves but 

for others who maybe going through 

the same thing  and those who come

to our minds.  Amen! ❤️❤️❤️

Having Conflict

We all have some conflict with a other.

The question  does it get over  quickly 

or drags on.

Women for the most part  are more

emotional  than men. So men may

think it is over or at least want it to

be while women don't  believe it is

over.

Often we want to get our own way.

We need to compromise or let the

other one win on occasion.  The

trouble  to when you think it is over

it really isn't.  This is when you need

assistance from a third party.

A person with the gift of resolving

conflict is good to have however  

there aren't  many like that. ❤️❤️❤️

What is Purpose

Whatever we do there should be a 

purpose. Some things might not be

 part of our life purpose however 

still has a purpose.

We might do things because they have

to be done. I wouldn't consider doing 

the laundry jokingly it isn't part of our 

life purpose however we must do at 

times or have someone do it for us.

We might be distracted by some things 

that are not a purpose. We do some things 

since they are joy for us. Unless God 

directed us it wouldn't be a part of our 

purpose. A purpose might not be a need. 

All depends on each of us.  ❤❤❤

Dealing With The Past

Another deal of life purpose is dealing

with our past and helping  others with 

theirs.

Often we use excuses for who we 

are because of  our past hurts. We

might even say that is just me. This

is especially  true  if we have anger

problem  and we haven't forgiven 

those who have hurt us. We might 

well my father had an anger problem. 

We can end it today by not allowing 

to rule our lives any longer. 

Foe me it is accepting a compliment 

from others for how I  was treated

as a child sometimes. I  will say thank

you however in my heart  it is hard to

believe.

So if you know someone  who  has a

flaw like anger help them out. Anything

you have dealt with your purpose maybe

to help others who were where you were

at one  time.  ❤️❤️❤️

My Trip To The Mountain

My trip to Sunrise Visitor Center

took me about two and a half hours

including several stops.

The weather was nice with the

temperatures  in the mid 50s

Fahrenheit.  I took a jacket just

in case. It wasn't  to windy either. 

I  always want to meet people  like

I do wherever I  go. That is part of

my purpose. 

I  did a little  hiking however not as 

much as I  wanted to.  My vertigo 

from a few months ago the elevation 

was such I felt a little  dizzy and I didn't 

to get worse.

Many people  I said hello too. Mostly 

those where coming back down from

hiking. One lady I ask if it was harder to 

hike further than where we were at. No

it is easier than laughed replying it is harder.

What I  saw was still going up but I  thought

it would be that difficult  if it wasn't for

being dizzy. 

I ended up chatting  more with a couple ladies

who looked about my age. They said that they

were from London. I  told them about being

there once. Right there were two maps showing

the two trails going up. There was a trail to the 

left of us which I  told them not very many people 

on it and it is flat and short. One of the ladies said

it was her choice to take and laughed. When we

departed I  told her to enjoy her time here.

On my return I did more sightseeing  while driving

back. It certainly  looked a little  different than go.

The first part was going downhill quite a bit. Since

I  had been dizzy and a little  tired I was real careful 

in my driving. How steep it was for a while I didn't 

have my feet on the gas. Why waste gas if I  didn't 

have too.

Going downhill the view was even more spectacular 

than on the way up. This trip was different than what

I  usually  take to Mount Rainier. I  go to the visitor center

on the other side.  ❤️❤️❤️👍👍

Another Daily Trip

Today  (Thursday) I will go on another

daily trip. I will be driving to Mount

Rainier. I  will likely  make a few stops

on the way.

The plan is to go Sunrise Visitor Center.

It is a different  spot then I  normally 

take. I try to visit Mount Rainier at

least once or twice a year. When I 

have family  visiting we go to Mt. Rainier.

You visit my website herbnightingale.com 

you can view a few photos I have taken.

We can view Mt. Rainier  most of the

days unless it is covered over. 

The drive from my place takes about

two hours to get to the mountain without

any stops.

I hope to meet and chat with several 

people. There are many  visitors out

of state as well as those from other

countries. I find travel whether short

or long should be part of our life purpose. 

❤️❤️❤️

The Beatitudes

This Wednesday  my home group

is going to go threw the beatitudes 

Jesus Christ spoke about recorded

in Matthew  5. 

You have opportunity  to  read this

scripture in the gospel  of Matthew 

I  am  sure  it will  bless you a lot.

Our life purpose  should include

to comfort those who need to be

comforted. We will  be  blessed

for it.  ❤️❤️❤️

Having Rest

It is important  that  we have rest on

occasion besides  sleeping. For some

it might be something  to do  regularly. 

It is more than taking a nap as well. 

Some people  take a vacation  for rest

which is ok especially  from work. 

Social  media: It might be a good time

to take time away from it for a week or

longer for rest. A lot may depend why

you use social media.

Stress:  This is a big area for needing rest.

Emotions  can be a part of stress or something

that causes you anxiety.

Fasting: This is a good way to get rest. It  

isn't  just  not eating there are other things

you can fast from. Not only social media but

television as well. Anything that keeps  you 

busy or distracted.

You will feel much better having rest. Even

for one day.  On Thursday  I am  going for

a drive to  Mount Rainier. Spending a day

in the outdoors is good. Any change of

scenery is a good idea.

A suggestion  is to schedule a day of rest

every so often. One day a week  would be 

good however once every two  weeks or a

month is fine if you have a heavy schedule. 

❤️❤️❤️

Happy Labor Day

Here in the United States  and  I  believe Canada

as well Labor  Day is observed the first Monday  

of September each year.

The holiday began in the late 1800s when unions

began popping  up.  The reason  was that workers

were under poor working conditions at the time.

It makes sense to me since our working gifts

should always  be appreciated.  Companies

should be able to make a good profit since the

owners are taking a big risk however employees 

need to be appreciated  as well. 

We don't  always  get appreciated  by others for

gifts and talents.  We all have something  to

contribute.  It plays a major role in our life purpose. 

❤️❤️❤️

Growing In Maturity

Yet another area of our life purpose 

is helping one another grow  into

maturity. 

It is important  we each become mature.

In the world  we live in this seems to be 

a hard task. 

Parents know they have done a good 

job is when their children are grown 

and are mature . Seeing  them raise 

their children. 

We all have areas of strengths and

weaknesses. Helping one another 

to become more mature  should be

a joy.  ❤️❤️❤️

Being a Mentor

Exciting part of our life purpose is  as a mentor. 

If you have good  experience  in mentoring 

send in the comment section.  This way I 

can get positive  expression  of mentoring. 

My nephew Ken has been a mentor to

a 12 year old boy for a couple years. His 

mother is single. Having a man in his life

has been positive.  Being a tutor is a good

idea as well.  Some mentors start out as

tutor.  My niece Leslie is a tutor now after

teaching  for several years. She mostly 

helps those in English who need some help.

Being a mentor doesn't  mean only children. 

Us the adults can use mentors as well.  I am

sure we know those who mentor us though

might be unofficial as friends or vice versa.

Think about your gifts and talents  can do

to be a mentor  to  someone.  The need

is all around us. ❤️❤️❤️

Our Friends

When it comes to our life purpose 

our friends  make up  a good part 

of it.

Depending  in our family they are 

our initial  friends then we add those

outside our immediate family. We add

cousins, neighbors and children of our

parents friends. Also attending church

we add more friends.  This is before

attending  school.

If we are blessed our siblings should be

our closest friends however often it doesn't 

turn out this way. It all depends how family

turns out.  The major reason  God hates

divorce it often splits family up and is never

the same.

I have my high school  reunion coming up 

in two weeks. Though most of them I haven't 

seen in many years it will be special. I know

some won't  be able to attend for various reasons

and they will be missed. There is something about

those we  went to school with even though most

don't  see unless special times.

Remember  everyone you meet and especially friends 

play a part in your life purpose.  A lot of you is because

of your friends.   ❤️❤️❤️