Almost Over

The house on the cliff overlooking Bridal Vail Falls last week. Telluride Colorado

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.

God Bless
Jason

Take A Moment

Frozen tundra the other morning in Telluride Colorado

Take a moment to enjoy what you have. Take a moment to realize that there's more to life than rush and confusion. Take a moment to step back and capture the meaning of life in all it's glory. Let go of any turmoil and drown out the everyday noise of hustle and bustle. Understand that life is full of change and change is often good. Take a moment to except change and everything that could come from it. Take a moment and enjoy some quiet time. Take a moment to remember where you are and who you are. Take a moment to reflect on the important things that have meaning in your life. If you stop for one minute you will often find what you are focusing on and or worrying about is not that important. Take a moment now and do it often. Don't forget to love always, forgive quickly and smile along the way. I hope everyone had a Merry Christmas and a safe New Year to follow.

God Bless
Jason

Freedom Of Opinion

An older picture that I love, Geese on the run, Montrose Colorado.

Freedom of opinion is often overlooked. For some reason when it comes to excepting others opinions with an open mind things often take a turn in a different direction. Whenever someone says something that we disagree with we often pull the race, religion or sex card to back our beliefs. I for one am really tired of this sort of nonsense. It's not about what race, religion or sex you are. It's about living in a fee America and being able to voice our opinion (beliefs) how you see fit. I believe that America is no longer where it once was. I think we should be able to voice our beliefs regardless or religion, race or sex. Regardless of what others think. We should all be equal and able to voice what we believe in. You should not be hated on because you have a different way of life. If someone has a different belief than you that's great. Thy shall not be hated on because they think differently. Agree to disagree and move on. Life is to short to strip one of there freedom of opinion. Live life with an open mind and enjoy every moment. Don't make mountains out of mole hills and express your opinion when ever and how ever you see fit. Don't forget to love always, forgive quickly and smile along the way.

God Bless
Jason

Encouragement

One of our new artworks in town, Montrose Colorado

Encouragement is one of our most powerful tools we have. However we seem to always feel the need to receive it than to give it. Encouragement is another one of those little things in life that we take for granted. Giving encouragement can benefit you more than receiving it, in fact it can be returned to you two fold. When life is getting you down the best thing you can do is lift someone else's spirit. By doing so you will lift your own. When you focus your energy and thoughts on others you will be more affective in handling your own problems. You will gain confidence and courage, you will be more likely to have a positive outcome in your own life. So the next time you are feeling down or needing some encouragement try giving a little encouragement to someone that is having a rough time. Someone that is stuck between a rock and a hard place or perhaps one that is less fortunate than you. You will see how a little encouragement goes a long ways regardless of what end you are on, rather it be receiving or giving. Don't forget to love always, forgive quickly and smile along the way. I hope everyone had an encouraging day and thanks for visiting my thought today. Don't forget to like and share with friends.

God Bless
Jason

Make A Difference

Tasha enjoying the snow. Ouray Colorado

You can make a difference if you choose. You are the difference if you want to be. Every moment in each day is an opportunity to make a difference. You can make a difference in your life as well as others around you. Stop wondering what the difference might be and start moving forward today. You are here and you are putting in the effort so you might as well make it great. Choose to focus on the positives and not worry about the negatives. Follow your dreams without worrying of failing. Stop wondering whether or not you can do it. Make a difference and find out that you can succeed. You can do anything you put your mind to, so start making a difference today. Don't forget to love always, forgive quickly and smile along the way. Thank you again for making a difference in my life with your positive thoughts and continued support. As always thanks for visiting and sharing my thought today.

God Bless

Jason

What To Live For

It's winter at Rifle Falls.

What To Live For is a question we often ask ourselves. The first mistake we generally make is trying to live up to someone else's expectations. We often get caught up in trying to chase someone else's dream. We often get confused with what really makes us happy. We see how others are happy so we think by mimicking there actions will lead to being happy. This might seem true on the outside but it never lasts very long on the inside. What others think happiness is has nothing to do with your own thoughts and actions. Do you really want to be happy, or do you just want to look happy? Do you truly want to be successful, or do you just want to look successful? By chasing others dreams and thoughts you will just look happy and successful, while deep down inside you won't be either. Don't be worried by how you appear to others. Choose  to seek true happiness, this is what to live for. Make life your own and reach out and grab it. Don't forget to love always, forgive quickly and smile along the way. I hope everyone had a great Saturday and an even better Sunday.

God Bless
Jason

Make It Happen

Our beautiful Black Canyon, Montrose Colorado

We all have a wonderful gift given to us at birth. We all have the ability to make it happen. We can achieve anything we set out to do. We in deed can make anything happen. Free yourself of the stress built up by needing to accomplish a goal. You can do this by getting it done. You can get it done by starting now. Don't delay any longer, make it happen. Imagine how great it will feel once you have completed the task. This day will not last forever and will end soon. So put forth some effort and regardless of the outcome be satisfied that you tried your best. Be happy that you worked towards making it happen. Instead of wasting time worrying about the outcome, use your time to make it happen. Most of the time you will find out that it wasn't as hard as you thought. Get started today, make it happen. Don't forget to love always, forgive quickly and smile along the way. I hope everyone had a great Wednesday and continue to make it happen tomorrow.

God Bless
Jason

Just Relax

An older picture of mine, but still one of my favorites. Some deer down by the river.

Take time to relax once in awhile. Great achievements can be made with persistence and effort. However you must take time to re-energize your engines. If your not taking time once in awhile to relax then your actually working harder and putting unneeded pressure and stress on yourself. Your spinning your wheels faster than you need to. Sure you might feel the need to finish a job and start a new one. But pushing yourself over the limit time and time again only leads to exhaustion and in the long run it takes longer to get the job done. If your tank is only half full you will be bogged down and run out of gas before the end. By re-energizing yourself you can tackle the task full steam ahead. You can use all of your knowledge and be quick on your feet. You will have the energy to overcome any obstacle. More than likely you will finish the job in a shorter amount of time and expend less energy. We often fail an achievement because we started off on the wrong foot to begin with. So take the time to relax, smell the flowers and take in the beautiful world around you. Start off on the right foot and give yourself the best possibility to succeed. Don't forget to love always, forgive quickly and smile along the way. Thanks again for visiting my thought today.

God Bless
Jason

Be Good To Yourself

Snow on our lake a couple days ago. We have had a lot more in the past few days. Stay warm Colorado.

Be Good To Yourself no matter what. I speak on this subject often and feel it's very important. We often let life's setbacks get us down. We often feel that we are non deserving of ones love because of decisions we have made. No matter what has happened in your life you have to be good to yourself. You have to understand that everyone deserves love and faith.You will not be able to love others unless you first love yourself. Life is full of ups and downs, in fact the ups would have little meaning if it wasn't for the downs. How we handle the downs are so important in life. By handling them wisely you in turn will be loving yourself. You can make life much easier by not dwelling on the past. Choose to move past the obstacles and don't make mountains out of mole hills. You are very deserving of this and you can do it. Start with a positive attitude and a smile on your face. Next don't over analyze life and it's issues. Don't get caught up in someone else's problems. Live life to the fullest, continue to move forward and Be Good To Yourself. Most of all have faith that you can and will do this. Don't forget to love always, forgive quickly and smile along the way. Hope everyone one is being good to themselves on this great Saturday.

God Bless
Jason

Positive Mistakes

Ouray Colorado last winter.

Positive Mistakes will happen. In fact you can make most mistakes positive if you choose to do so. Mistakes in life will happen no matter what, so why not make the best of them and look at each mistake as an opportunity. With every mistake there is an opportunity to learn. Mistakes are a positive reminder that we don't know it all. With every mistake there is a way to move forward. There is a positive way around every pitfall. By excepting mistakes you are on you way to gaining knowledge you didn't have before. You can use this knowledge in a positive way and become more experience at handling mistakes. You will learn to let them go and get over them more quickly. Don't fear anything because of a possible mistake. Don't let mistakes get you down. Mistakes are a sign that you are putting forth effort. With effort and persistence great things will come your way. Great achievements require you to work your way through the mistakes and misunderstandings. Keep your chin up and keep those mistakes positive. Don't forget to love always, forgive quickly and smile along the way.

God Bless
Jason

It;s Your Time

A panorama taken in Parachute Colorado

It's your time and you can do with it as you please. You can choose to waste it on worry and meaningless matters. Or you can choose to treasure every moment for what it is and get the most out of it. You can take this day and use it to move forward.You can relax and enjoy it in any way you see fit. No matter what you choose this day is yours and it's your time. Every day and every moment has meaning and value. The greatest accomplishment is to see the value and capture it in your own way. The value you put on your time will determine the amount of value that it brings to you. The more you value and appreciate your time, the more positive and worthwhile things you'll receive from those moments. Start by ridding yourself from anger, hate and envy and you'll be on your way to enjoying your valuable time. It's your time in deed, so enjoy. Don't forget to love always, forgive quickly and smile along the way. I hope everyone had a great Thanksgiving and are enjoying this time of year. Thanks again for visiting my thought today.

God Bless
Jason