I am a retired dog groomer with a dog grooming shop at my home which I operate as a hobby in the small community of Eagle Creek. As an avid outdoors enthusiast, I am filling my retirement days with my greatest joys: art, photography, kayaking, fishing, dog grooming and gardening. My husband and I have finally developed the ever important skill of dropping everything and going fishing. Fishing is a family affair often embarked upon with grandchildren and dogs in tow.
When I first read the Dalai Lama’s book “Beyond Religion” I was both impressed and inspired with his vision of a world brought together by a code of secular ethics. He has opened the door for people of all faiths and non-faiths to enter on level ground. To my mind the key to world peace is indeed secular ethics. I was myself inspired by the possibilities of self improvement and inner peace that learning and developing secular ethics in my own life can bring. Secular ethics set aside religious, political, discrimination, and preconceived thought processes which bias our perception of humanity. I come with baggage….we all do…I can now set my baggage aside and know that I am headed in an honest and ethical direction which will do right by the world.
I strongly believe that if our current government and future governments, in fact if all governments worldwide were to adapt to this code of secular ethics there would be vast improvements made to humanity and the environment in general. Decisions which affect all facets of life would be better made with this code of secular ethics held strongly in mind.
Please feel welcome to drop by my other blogs too:
Loving Life: A Green Journey 
Hi, Eldy! I am honored to tell you that you’ve been nominated for the Versatile Blogger award! Actions to take will be posted a http://www.diabeticredemption.com, as soon as I finish with the notifications. Yay you!!!
Thank you Judith. It is so kind of you to nominate me. I’ll get to the “what I gotta do” part soon. But for sure thank you!
Hi Eldy,
I had no idea you had this blog in addition to your art blog. Furthermore I see you have a blog for photos, and dog as well. You are such and inspiration and I think these are great idea that I could apply my self since I’ve been wondering what to do with different things I’d like to blog, but don’t have much to do with art.
Love this blog, and all it stands for!…Keep up the good work, for all you do plays a part in making a difference in our world.
Hugs, Deb xx
Welcome to the other sides of me. I decided on separate blogs as my interests are quite varied. Some things are better enjoyed in their separate milieus without having to slog through other stuff. Thanks for having a peek at the others and let the good times roll in 2012.
I can’t blame you for that. I’ve been trying to do the same thing…Don’t want to confuse people with putting things on my art blog that are not about art….But I get confused…You very good at keeping things separate and under control. This is a lovey site, and with a good cause!
Hope your year is going well for you so far, and thanks for visiting me. Have a wonderful day, hun…Hope to see you soon again!
Hugs, xx
Hi Eldy,
I’ve nominated you for a Sunshine Award. There is no obligation to respond or participate, unless you want to.
Warmest wishes,
Kim
Hello, eldy. I’m nominating you for the Sunshine Award, as well. You are first on my list of blogs which deserve this particular award.
Hi, Eldy! I have named you for the Very Inspiring Blogger award. Congratulations. You will find more at this address: http://diabeticredemption.com/2012/03/10/the-very-inspi…-blogger-award/
Yay you!
Congratulations! I’ve named your blog and you the Versatile Blogger Award. Come to http://diabeticredemption.com/2012/03/15/the-versatile-blog-award/ to see who else got it, and what you’re supposed to do. Of course, if you’ve done this before, or if you don’t feel like meeting all the requirements, please do as you wish, and no worries. Yay, You!
Thanks Judith…I’m on my way to your page now…I think this is the one that I lost track of when I moved my blog over…I deleted the blog before I checked to be sure I had it all. I have the info on file in my documents still I think but I’ll check out your post to be sure it’s the same one. Thanks again!
hello eldy, i really appreciate your blog, sorry to read the sad story today, but rejoicing that you are where you are now, in this moment …. i have given you an award … http://wp.me/p1kP6q-xX, i do enjoy your blog! christine
Thank you,for both the kind thoughts and the Kreative Blogger Award. I’m on my way to your page to gather the info I’ll need to accept. Again, thank you!
Hello, Eldy.
I would love to skim through the rest of your entries, but I did wish to tell you that I, myself, am doing something similar to your 365 project. Mine hasn’t begun yet, though! I am currently researching many things before my journey begins. My lifestyle will change gradually, but quickly, starting when I move into my new apartment. I would appreciate if you had the chance to offer me any advice you may have or knowledge you may have picked up through your journey so far.
Thank you kindly,
Amanda
Hi Mandolin, I dropped by your site…you are off to a great green start. Welcome to my Project 365 blog.
Quick question, how did you link your other blogs on your blog page? Thank you in advance!
Amanda
I used the “image” widget to create the sidebar links. You upload a small (160X160) photo to you image library, that gives you the “image URL” , then use the “site URL” that you want the link to open in the box that is there for it. I hope that makes sense. Anyway it is a widget labelled image. Good luck.
Here’s for you: http://littlefurrow.wordpress.com/2012/05/09/award-post-the-second-time-around/ 🙂
Thank you so much …I’ll do my part soon.
don’t strain yourself ok?take your time dear 🙂
A pleasure to “meet” you, Eldy! Seems like we have a lot in common…am really enjoying your blog–and just realized you have a couple more. I will have to check those out!
Peace and veggies,
anne
Welcome and thank you so much for your thoughtful comments.
Hi, eldy. For some reason, WP won’t post my comment on your badges post. Thank you so much! They’re lovely!
It seems to be working okay now…just slow I guess.
Oh, well!
Dropped by via Daily Press after reading you are using the Widely theme. I was considering it myself, but struggled with the install and stayed with Pilcrow. I like what you’ve done with it! And your life..you are living my dream life in a lot of ways. I lok forward to following more of your adventures.
Happy Holidays from Maryland, USA
Melanie
Thank you Melanie, I’m glad you enjoyed the look and content. Have a jolly holiday season!
Just to start the New Year off right, there is an Award waiting for you at http://acrossthebored.com/2012/12/30/awards-christmas-comes-twice-this-year/
Whether you choose to participate or not, please know that Across the Bored finds inspiration, entertainment, enlightenment and good company in your blog. Thanks for being a presence in our virtual reality!
Thank you so much for including my blog.
You’re very welcome – I’d also like to thank you for taking such an active stance with all your letters to the guv and speaking out about important issues!