Simplfy: the how to

My childhood friend, MJ, affectionately called 'little Mo' back in the day, recently shared that he was working on simplifying his life. I asked his definition of simplify. He in turn asked for mine. This is what I've come up...so far.


Simplicity is the art of choosing wisely between the good and the better and pressing on to the best.


An art often comes first as gift...given not sought. The catch of course is that an 'art' is never easy. It builds on a Authentic and Integrated self and it requires focus, determination and hardwork.

Its begs to be asked: What is my gift? So I can turn it into my art...simply that.

Simply Overflow J.E.S.U.S.

Simply [from simplify: to make less complex or complicated]

Overflow [ to flow or run over]

Join: mingle intentionally.

“The Savior mingled with men as one who desired their good. He showed His sympathy for them, ministered to their needs, and won their confidence. Then He bade them, "Follow Me."--MH 143.

Elevate: the tenor of my conversations.

Psalms 19:14 “Let the words of my mouth, and the meditation of my heart, be acceptable in thy sight, O LORD, my strength, and my redeemer.”

Surrender: A heart in surrender will be Spirit directed to give a "word in due season." Prov.15:33. Be it vocal words or printed words.
Isaiah 30:21 “And thine ears shall hear a word behind thee, saying, This is the way, walk ye in it, when ye turn to the right hand, and when ye turn to the left.

Unity: Involve other people, in prayer for, friendship with and service for our friends.
John 17:11 “That they all may be one…that the world may believe that thou hast sent me.”

Serve: Seeing eyes, willing hands and an understanding heart is Jesus' key to reaching the heart & mind.

“ Sympathize…pray with them, watch for opportunities to do them good…and open the Word of God.”

--Review & Herald, March 13, 1888

Abuelita...

If Grandma's where chosen...you'd pick mine=)
Always happy, consistently positive. Looks for the humor in events and people. Unselfishly my biggest fan. Totally charming and beautiful to be around!
The most Romantic and uncynical person I know.

My Colombian Abuelita: Isabel Naranjo