Almost Over

Rifle Falls a couple day ago.

Well we have almost come to the end of another year. As this year comes to an end I would like to remind you of a few things that are important. Many are heard quoting," I'm glad this years is over" or "This past year was not good". No matter what has happened this past year there is a reason for it all.If life got you down this year then you should not forget it. You should hold this past year close to your heart.Use the past to brighten your future.Remember the situations that held you back and think of a way to move past them.Think of the frustrations and how you can rise above them.Look at what you have learned and how far you have come.Think about what you did this past year and what you will be able to do this year.Never let go of any moment of your past good or bad. Each moment has it's own value and is important.So even though this year is Almost Over,It's really just beginning.Don't forget to love always,forgive quickly and smile along the way.Everyone have a safe New Years and stay off the roads if at all possible. I'm going to have a relaxing day with my sweetheart. Cook some food and watch some movies. Pop some bubbly and wait for the 2013.

God Bless
Jason

Think Ahead

Picture taken a couple hours ago in De Beque Canyon on the Colorado River.

Think Ahead is not over rated by any means. My parents often reminded me when I was growing up how important this is.This doesn't mean that we always practice it though.In order to put yourself ahead you must look ahead,plan ahead and live ahead.Choose to live your life so that you'll be thankful tomorrow and the day after.Bring light to your future by making the best of what you have today.Choose the long term value that lies in every moment to propel you into a better future.Use each day to prepare for a better future.A correct small action today will make a big difference down the road.Live for the moment now while creating value for the moments to come.Your time is valuable so don't waste it.Consider your consequences right now so that you can determine what your consequences will be later.Think ahead,act ahead and you will be ahead. Don't forget to love always,forgive quickly and smile along the way. I had an amazing weekend and life just keeps getting better. I can't wait to see what this New Year is going to bring. Let's bring it on 2013.

God Bless
Jason

Real Wealth

I took this picture yesterday-A Panorama in Parachute Colorado.

Real Wealth is what you earn not what you get for free.There is a price to pay for everything and that's what gives it value.You will go through many down or sad moments in life but this is the price you pay before finding happiness and wealth.You get what you pay for is so true in deed.If your not willing to pay the price then your not going to experience the value. The cost in life is generally your effort that you put forward. What you get with little or no effort is not worth much at all and will go by the way side.It is your participation that gives it meaning and worth having. It is simply a waste of time to expect something for nothing.We are fulfilled by the earning not by the possession itself.It is your effort that determines Real Wealth. Life can be wonderful and fulfilling but your going to have to get out there and earn it.Start today earning your way.Stay positive and keep moving forward and your dreams will come true. Don't forget to love always,forgive quickly and smile along the way. Another great day in Sunny Colorado. I love this state and are so blessed to live here. Hope everyone is having a great weekend.

God Bless
Jason

A Great Day To Live

 

A rustic bridge down by the river. A nice place to take a walk or throw a line in.

Today is a great day to be alive.A great day to live. In fact it can be the best day yet if you choose to make it so.Today is here and now and is filled with opportunity and challenges.Challenges that will grow and strengthen you.Opportunities that will propel you forward.Today and every day you choose how it will begin and how it will end.So make the best of it.Make wise decisions and be happy about the outcome at the end of the day.After all it is up to you to decide which path to take today.What road you choose to travel will have allot to do with the outcome tomorrow or even further down the road.In each day there is beauty you just have to stop and see it.Don't get to caught up in to much work or life's drama.The true beauty of life will pass you by if you do.Think of all the opportunities that are right in front of you.All you have to do is reach out and grab them.Get up and do it now.Be thankful that this day is yours and be sure to make the best of it.Today is a gift waiting to be opened.So open it and live life to the fullest.Be happy to be alive and show your gratitude by making it the best day ever.A great day to live.Don't forget to love always,forgive quickly and smile along the way.Have a great Friday everyone.

God Bless
Jason

Get It Wrong

This is our round house at the end of our driveway.

Get It Wrong. We often don't understand the value of getting it wrong. There is great value in getting it wrong the first time in order to succeed shortly after. In fact if you don't get hung up on being wrong the first time and use the knowledge that you now have you will get it right soon.If your unable to get the results that you intended don't waste time being angry. In stead use the experience to find new and better possibilities.Don't over think the situation after the fact..Focus your energy on moving forward and upward. If you miss the first ship that might be a blessing the next ship to sail might be a better experience for you.The road to happiness is never easy nor is it a straight line. Learn to roll with it and take it as it comes.Every situation has a meaning and a reason.You will have some bad ones before you get to the good ones. Learn and love each and every one of them.Whatever you do never give up. Don't forget to love always,forgive quickly and smile along the way. Hope everyone is having a holiday season.This year is ending at it's be for me. I'm very excited to bring in this new year. 2013 is going to be even better.

God Bless
Jason

Be Yourself

Sunset on Christmas Night at my Fathers house.

Be yourself. When ever you be yourself you are in your comfort zone. Things will go much smoother and you will be happier.Do what you know is right for you without letting others distract you.What you love most you will do best.Be yourself around the people that make you feel comfortable. Surround yourself with loved ones that except you for who you are and what you do. By doing so you will bring out the best in you as well as the others around you.When something feels right go ahead and do it. Except it for what it is and be yourself.You will be glad you did. Don't think for one moment that it's selfish to do what you love and be yourself. When you accomplish this you have the most to offer.Be the way you want to be,feel the way you want to feel and do the things you wish to do. Just Be Yourself.Don't forget to love always,forgive quickly and smile along the way. I hope everyone had a blessed Christmas.

God Bless
Jason

Merry Christmas



Merry Christmas from Jason's Thought Of The Day.

 

Merry Christmas to all of you, friends and family. I want to take a moment to thank each and every one of you for the best year ever.The joy it brings me to hear others thoughts keeps me motivated and keeps me moving in the right direction. I love each and every one of you. Let's not forget that this is a great day. This is the Birthday of our Lord Jesus Christ. This is a day to celebrate and give love to others. Giving love is what he wants to see. The commercialism of this day has gone overboard and people get caught up with the gifts that are purchased. The most precious gifts can't be purchased. The best gift one can give is the gift of love. So on this Christmas Day give the best gift that you can by opening you heart. Forget about for one day your insecurities and your ego, and give the gift of love.By offering this gift it will change your life as well as others. Give love and light the darkness with hope.Give love and make the imposable possible.Give love freely,and don't worry about keeping score.For giving real love you will always end up with more.So on this day I will choose to give each and every one of you love. You are all in my thoughts and in my heart. Don't forget to love always,forgive quickly and smile along the way. Hope you have a safe and Merry Christmas.

 

God Bless

Jason



 

A Great Life

Another one form Telluride the other night.

A great life is obtained by following your path to fulfillment. No one said it would be easy.No one said it was going to be handed to you either.You will have to work for it and you will have your ups and downs.One thing for sure when you least expect it life will reach out and grab you.You will have fulfilled your dreams but don't settle for just one. Keep expanding,keep dreaming big and keep moving forward.Life is not about just getting by.Life is about reaching higher and building achievements.If your life seems unfulfilled it's not because of the challenges.It's because you choose to let those challenges stand in your way instead of finding the value in them.Us humans hate change.We are set in our ways and often steer clear from changes.But changes are good.Except them and choose to find the good instead of always searching for the bad.You never know, your next dream might be filled tomorrow or even today.So make the best of every moment.Don't regret even a second of your life. It's taken me over two years to put my life back together.My journey has been incredible and I don't regret one moment.I will never stop working at it and I will never give up. I have chosen to look at the good and I'm now blessed to be where I am,my life gets better every day. To all a wonderful and blessed Sunday.Don't forget to tell someone in your life today how much you appreciate them.Love always,forgive quickly and smile along the way.

God Bless
Jason

Don't Worry Be Happy

Same picture I posted about a month ago with the fall colors but this one was taken the other day with the snow.

Don't Worry Be Happy. Yes in deed another important part of life.Don't waste your energy on worrying.We often use twice the energy on worry than we use on being happy.Can you imagine what would happen if instead of wasting that energy on worry you used all that energy on making positive outcomes in your life?There are no limits on what we can imagine or dream.So why not use that energy in a positive way to fulfill your life? Us humans often sit and imagine what if this happened. What if that happened.Often disastrous thoughts get the best of us.If you think negative you will often see a negative outcome.If you think positive you will often see a positive outcome.Even if you have a negative experience if you choose you can imagine positive thoughts in every moment.When you feel worry coming on remember that you have another choice.The choice to not worry.Don't be scared of what has happened or what will happen.Just live a little.Take the Don't Worry Be Happy path to a new level in your life.It's your choice so choose wisely to not waste your energy on worry.
Don't forget to love always,forgive quickly and smile along the way. Hope everyone is having a great weekend.

God Bless
Jason

Life's About To Get Better

Telluride Colorado Last Night.

Life's About To Get Better. Yes in deed change is just around the corner.You might see signs of this right now today. If so hang on and enjoy the ride. If your not seeing it well rest assured he has a plan for you and change is just around the corner.You can sit and wonder if the change is going to be for the best or you can just except it and know that there is a reason for it.Uncertainty can bring many good things into your life if you just let it happen.There's no way of knowing if it's right for you but choose to jump in feet first and except what the days ahead bring you.Everyone deserves a great life so do what ever it takes to make it so.Do what ever you feel is right for you.We deserve the very best but life does not owe it to us. We owe it to ourselves to make it happen.Oh yes Life's About To Get Better. Don't forget to love always,forgive quickly and smile along the way. Happy Friday everyone we made it.

God Bless
Jason

Missing Treasure

A little snow picture from our hunting trip last winter.

Missing Treasure. We must understand that we all have missing treasures. No matter what cards life is dealing you there's a good chance that the cards will change soon. Somewhere there's a treasure you have missed or have not found yet.This is exciting news in deed.Perhaps it's that special someone that's been missing from your life. Perhaps it's something you have been wanting to accomplish or something you have not put the effort into 100%.Somewhere in your life there is that one missing item that you have not found or have overlooked. Don't give up,keep searching it will appear and it will fill your life with many joys. It might not seem to be much at first but the value will be great.It might be overwhelming at first but it's meant to be. Don't resist it just let it happen and you will find the Missing Treasure. Don't forget to love always,forgive quickly and smile along the way. Hope everyone is staying warm today. A cool -7 deg. morning for us here in Colorado. Have a great Thursday.Friday is just around the corner.

God Bless
Jason

Forward And Upward

Ice Climbers at the Ouray Ice Festival last year. Can't wait to go again this year.

Forward And Upward. Is there any other way? You can choose to pout and be stagnant.You can blame yourself and others for your misfortunes or you can move forward and upward.Stop fighting for what is or what has happened and start living for what can be.Where you are and what you have is all you need to move forward and upward to what you desire.Imagine the best then challenge yourself to make the right moves to achieve them.There is no reason to be stopped by what has happened in the past.The same energy that has stopped you can be used to move you forward and upward.Forget about the disappointments.Forget about what has held you back and focus on staying positive and moving forward.Use the gift of life to move you forward and upward.Don't forget to love always,forgive quickly and smile along the way. Happy Hump Day everyone. Stay warm

God Bless
Jason

World As A Mirror

Sunset on our lake back in April.

Your World As A Mirror.The world outside you is seen as a mirror.Whatever you see outside you reflects what is inside you. Judging of others say more about you than the one's you are judging.The reason you can see there weaknesses is because you have experienced many of the same weaknesses.The reasons you can see the beauty in others is because the same beauty lives within you.The positives you see are the same positives you see for yourself.The best way to improve the world around you is to improve yourself.The best way to bring joy into your life is to bring joy to others around you.So choose each day to show the world how good it can be for you and others around you. Show the world your smile and you will be happy at what is shinning back at you.Our World As A Mirror. Don't forget to love always,forgive quickly and smile along the way. Hope everyone is having a great Tuesday.

God Bless
Jason

Respect Others

Wild Flowers up near Ouray CO. I took on a walk last year.

Respect Others. Most have no problem respecting our friends and family but we often forget to respect the ones we don't know.You should take notice and try to understand others around you. The person behind you at the supermarket. The one walking down the sidewalk and yes perhaps even the one that cuts you off while driving.Even if you don't agree with them respect others opinions.Everyone around you is important and brings value to your life.Give others your full attention even if it's only for a brief moment.Sometimes that split second is all it takes to bring a smile to someones face.To brighten some one else's day will bring value and joy to your day as well.Each person has hopes,dreams,pains and problems. Some are the same as yours some may be different. Try to understand them like you would your own.Treat others how you wish to be treated.Yes in deed bring value to your life Respect Others.Don't forget to love always,forgive quickly and smile along the way.Hope everyone is having a great Monday. Another beautiful Sunny Colorado day here on the Western Slope.

God Bless
Jason

Slow Down

One of my favorite places to fish. This was taken over this past summer.

Slow Down. Take a deep breath and smell the coffee.When you try to hard and act to fast you often will mess up.You also will create confusion and anxiety for yourself and others around you.Just like in racing.Often if you slow down you will get more done and in reality be more productive. Instead of worrying about what you might be missing or what you could be doing, focus on what your doing right now.Instead of spinning your wheels around that corner slow down and move forward at a steady pace.Spinning your wheels to know wheres ville will do nothing more than wast precious time.We often make things urgent and they don't need to be.We often are worried about or want now instead of focusing on the task at hand and making it come out right. If taken the time I assure you that the results will be much better.Life is best experienced when you take your time to really live. Move forward fast enough to get there but slow enough to enjoy the journey along the way.Don't forget to love always,forgive quickly and smile along the way. I hope everyone had a great weekend. I know I sure did. Some much needed rest and helped my dad out today. Loving life here in CO.

God Bless
Jason

You Can Do Better

Lake up near camp red cloud.

You Can Do Better. Yes you can if you put your mind to it. I know we have allot of horrible things  going on in the world right now and my prayers go out to all. But perhaps this is a real wake up call for us. It's time to be thankful for what we have. Be thankful that you have the resources to take your life in any direction that you choose. So why not choose to do better? The good news is if you've done poorly you can now do better. If you have done well then you can do even better than before. Every day is a chance to improve your life. Every moment is an opportunity to use your experiences to do better and live a better life.No matter what has happened in the past there is still lots of opportunities around you. Look around you it's everywhere. It's there for the taking if you want to do better. Live life like it matters. Life is so precious and you never know when your time will be up. So take advantage of your time and choose to do better. You Can Do Better.Don't forget to love always,forgive quickly and smile along the way. Hope everyone is having a great Saturday. I just got back from donating some time with are local Marines and Toys For Tots. It was great to see so many people out and trying to do better for themselves and others.

God Bless
Jason

You Can Do It

A bird sitting in our tree out front.

You can get it done.If it just doesn't seem to be happening for you then somewhere you are lacking the will it takes to get it done.Of course there is going to be obstacles. Its not easy and there are plenty of excuses and reasons why you have not gotten it done. Although you know its possible and indeed it is. Excuses won't get it done and will do nothing but wast time. Focus and persistence will lead you in the right direction every time. Its your life and your choice so choose wisely. If your living with passion and purpose and spending your time wisely you will get it done.You cab pass any obstacle in your way. If you had all the time and money in the world what direction would you take. Stop for one moment and think about it.The time is far more important than the money part. And besides we already have the time. So why not start right here and now. Don't wait another day and don't make excuses just say you can do it and start doing it. Don't forget to love always,forgive quickly and smile along the way. Friday at last woot woot. Hope everyone is having a great day.

God Bless
Jason

Staying Positive

The Colorado National Monument, Rim Rock Drive.

Staying Positive is easier than you think.I was told today by a friend that I need to practice what I preach.So even I need a reminder once in awhile.Just because life is bringing you down doesn't mean that you have to choose to be down. Choose to stay positive and more positive things will come your way.No matter what your situation is doesn't mean that you have to see it as a burden. Instead stay positive and choose to see it as an opportunity, and it will be just that.If you live in the state that you're stuck in a rut in deed you will be stuck. This is the easy way out but it's just as easy to find a way out of the rut and move forward. If your positive and confident you will in deed move forward.Choose to live with the thought that there's away around every obstacle and you will find a way around.The quality of your life positively reflects the attitude you choose to have.The person you choose to be,the attitude you choose to maintain and the expectations you choose to live with come from you. Not what's going on around you or from any other person or thing.So not matter what happens or has happened choose to stay positive and you'll be on your way to a happier life. Don't forget to love always,forgive quickly and smile along the way.

God Bless
Jason

Opportunity Is Now

A bird in our tree out front.

Opportunity Is Now.Quit wasting time looking for opportunities to take advantage of. Opportunity is everywhere and all around you.This is often easier said than done. I have struggled with this one for some time now. Instead of looking for a perfect opportunity recognize and take advantage of the opportunities that are right in from of you.We often let these slip by wasting time looking elsewhere.Everyday you will have new opportunities that are meant to be. The ones we try to hard for and never happen were just not meant to be so do your best with what you have.Small and simple opportunities often turn into very big accomplishments with lots of value.Many opportunities are lost because we don't act on them. Choose one that is right in front of you and act on it.See what it turns out to be and enjoy the rewards.There's work to be done so get to it.Opportunity is Now. Don't forget to forgive quickly,love always and smile along the way.Hope everyone had a great hump day.

God Bless
Jason

Being Tired

The Montrose CO. Rodeo this past summer.

 

 

Being Tired is a good thing if it's for the right reasons.Being tired most days are a given but think about why you are tired.You can be tired from just sitting around and doing what ever you have to do to just get by. Or you can be tired from using every minute wisely. You can be tired from being positive and moving forward to reach your goals.Giving 100% effort throughout the day can be very tiresome but you will feel a sense of accomplishment if you choose this route.There's no better tired feeling than accomplishing your goals and moving closer to them.So choose today to move forward, stay positive and be tired for the right reasons. This will most likely secure a good nights rest.Then you can wake up feeling energized and ready to take on life's challenges and moving one step closer to your goals.It's your choice to make. Being Tired. Don't forget to love always,forgive quickly and smile along the way. Hope everyone is having a positive Tuesday.

 

God Bless

Jason

Reach For Your Goals

A duck flying over our lake.

Reach For Your Goals.If your goals don't seem worth reaching for then set them higher until they are worth it.If you have a good enough reason to reach your goals you will make it.Make the reasons more important than what you have to do to obtain them.If you set your goals higher you will find a way past the distractions.If your goals are worth reaching you will find a way to reach them.There are no limits to your goals so make your goals larger than the distractions.Your desire to reach for your goals will determine how far you go.Reach for the moon and if you fail you will still be amongst the stars.Never ever give up,you have made it this far so continue to Reach For Your Goals. Don't forget to love always,forgive quickly and smile along the way.Happy Monday everyone and thanks for visiting my thought for the day.

God Bless
Jason

Make Life Fun

A blue bird watching me from his tree top.

Make Life Fun.Whatever you like to do. Do it. Do it often and do it well. Ever notice when people do something well they make it look fun? Have fun and laugh out loud.Figure out how to put more fun into every day activities.There's nothing wrong with having fun and in fact its healthy and will raise your quality of life.Rather than looking for reasons to complain look for reasons to smile.A smile can quickly take you from negative to positive.Think how wonderful life could be if you were more positive,more energetic,and more enthusiastic.Well doing something that you do well and having fun will bring all of this to the forefront.I have witnessed first hand how not having fun can bring you down.It also can end a relationship with a spouse or loved one.If you get to caught up in working,owning a home,cars etc. You loose touch with reality.You forget what's really important in life.What's most important is Faith,Love,Family and having fun along the way.So no matter what's going on in your life right now.Stop today and have some fun. Pick something you like to do and do it.Do it now and do it well.Don't forget to love always,forgive quickly and smile along the way. Hope everyone is having a great weekend.

God Bless
Jason

Just Be You

Fishing near Ridgeway CO. a couple months ago.

Just Be You. We often have trouble with this although it should be easy if you let it.Give yourself the gift of just being you. Don't always try to please others. Don't worry what others might think. For one moment be selfish and just be you.We were born to be real, not to be perfect. You are here to live your life the way you see fit, not someone else's. Everyday we make mistakes and everyday we make progress but this is allowing us to grow and just be our self. In every moment you can just be you,for you and no one else. It doesn't matter if others don't except you. What's important is that you except who you are,where you have been and where your headed.It's never to late to give yourself this gift. Just Be You.Don't forget to love always,forgive quickly and smile along the way. Hope everyone is having a great weekend.

God Bless
Jason

A Beautiful World

A bird sitting in our tree our front during a nice summer day.

We live in a beautiful world. Beauty is all around us we just choose to block it out.Beauty is not just physical appearance it's much deeper than physical appearance.We know beauty without having to learn it.We can't define it but the more we appreciate it the more beautiful it becomes.No matter what's going on in your life make the decision today to put it behind you for a few moments. Stop relax and take in the beauty that's around you.It's a gift we can give to our self and no one can take it away.Beauty can relax,inspire and energize us.We live in a world surrounded by beauty.Reach out and grab it. Except it for what it is and dig even deeper.Beauty is often found in things that seem very ordinary and plain.Sometimes we must dig deeper to discover the true beauty.Take nothing for granted and cherish every moment.Don't forget to love always,forgive quickly and smile along the way. Happy Friday everyone we have made it through another week.

God Bless
Jason

Choose Your Happiness

Panorama Sunset in Ridgeway CO. the other night.

Choose Your Happiness.If you choose to find happiness in every situation happiness will always be by your side.Happiness is not just for the lucky ones. It's always there and ready for the taking if you choose to reach out and grab it. Happiness is not the accumulate lots of items or things. It's merely finding the truth in needing less. If you choose to be happy with less you will automatically open up more opportunities to be happy.Happiness is not received from others.True happiness is produced within ourselves. Happiness is not always getting your way but by choosing happiness more things will go your way.Don't limit yourself to one certain situation for happiness.Open your mind and your heart and let happiness flow your direction.Don't forget to love always,forgive quickly and smile along the way. Happy Thursday everyone.

God Bless
Jason

What's Most Important

Taken last year, The ice climbers at the Ouray Ice Festival. Can't wait to go this year.

What's Most Important? You are most important and everyone one around you should have the same status.If you keep this in mind as you journey through life you will go far in deed.Treat yourself with the utmost respect.Give yourself the nourishment needed to be healthy and work towards filling your every desire. At the same time don't forget to treat others with respect,compassion and consideration.Choose actions that will create value for you as well as others around you.Follow your own ideas while listening to others ideas and opinions.Treat others how you want to be treated.Never give up on yourself and never give up on others. This is What's Most Important. Don't forget to love always,forgive quickly and smile along the way. Happy Tuesday to everyone and thanks for visiting my page today.

God Bless
Jason

Be Positive About The Future

Waterfall in the Black Canyon.

Be Positive about the future.If you think positive about your future that's probably how it will turn out.If you think gloomy thoughts then more than likely that's the way it will turn out.The future has not happened yet so you can decide how it ends up.There will always be challenges but with those challenges lie possibilities. Turn those possibilities in to positives and your on your way to a bright future.If you expect the best and work forward in a positive way then the best possibilities will come your way.The future is being born right now with your thoughts and actions. So choose to make your actions and thoughts count.Doors are closed so others can be opened.Don't forget to love always,forgive quickly and smile along the way. Have a great Monday everyone.

God Bless
Jason

Encourage Yourself

Taken looking out my back door. Sunset on our lake a few months back.

Encourage Yourself. Often we rely on others for this but the truth is encouragement within yourself is the best encouragement you can have. It raises your self esteem and makes us more confident.For one moment think about how great life is and how much better it can be.Think about all the great things you have accomplished and how many more goals you can reach. Even if life is not showing you much encouragement right now you can still choose to have encouragement within.You are free to feel the way you want to feel and think the way you want to think. So why not encourage yourself today to be happy? Choose to enjoy every moment and strive to make each moment even better. If your world is showing you little encouragement then choose to be the encourager. Encourage Yourself Today! Don't forget to love always,forgive quickly and smile along the way. I hope everyone had a great weekend.

God Bless
Jason