Inspiration Friday 2025.02.21

Inspiration: Happy Friday!
Today is the 52nd Day of 2025.

We have $52,000.00 today.
10% savings = $5,200.00
40% taxes = $20,800.00: This week I am expressing gratitude for these tax dollars being spent to support the Gateway Arch National Park. Located in the state of Missouri. The Gateway Arch National Park was established in 2018. However, it started as a National Monument in 1935 as recognition of both the Louisiana Purchase and pioneers exploring western frontiers. You will find among other wonders the smallest of all the National Parks. Museums and the steel arch are the main points of interest to explore. Learn more HERE.

How will you be spending the remaining $24,900.00 today?

HERE IS MY PLAN: Public Lands

“Forests are the lungs of the land, purifying the air and giving fresh strength to the people. The fundamental idea behind the National Parks is that the country belongs to the people, that it is in process of making for the enrichment of the lives of all of us.” — President Franklin D. Roosevelt

My love for Forests and National Parks started when I was 7 years old. My best friend Lynnda and I would roam the woods behind her house for hours on end. On the weekends her dad would take us on nature adventures. He taught us to identify plants, animals and rocks. We went to local forest preserves and nature sanctuaries and gardens and farms and lakes. Her dad was a doctor but his love for nature is the legacy he offered as we were immersed in the engagement of everything outdoors. I think that is why as an adult I find Forest Bathing to be one of the most powerful self-care tools available to regulate my nervous system. Even in the depths of winter, when I walk through the trees there is an invisible fuel that fills my heart with hope. I am a better human because when I was child, an adult taught me how to connect with nature. Moreover, I chose to live close to the National Forests and National Parks for my heart’s wellbeing. I fill it with beauty, peace and wonder with nature’s gifts. The National Forests and National Parks belong to you and me. I am volunteering to help sustain our access to these public lands. How are you showing up in the world?

$100.00: for self-care. I am purchasing The National Parks and Federal Recreational Lands Annual Pass. And I love that!

$0: Priceless: Public Lands: National Forests and National Parks

“This study demonstrates that more than half of the total economic value of national parks is attributable to the benefits the American public receives from just knowing the National Park System is protected for current and future generations.” — Professor John Loomis

In the 2016 study referenced above the National Parks alone were estimated to be worth over 92 billion dollars. That translates to every United States citizen being a millionaire when we consider our share of ownership to these Public Lands! We are each responsible for millions of wildland acres. Integrity in our stewardship matters. How are you showing up?

$24,900.00: I am contributing to the National Park Foundation to help protect, connect and inspire people to be nature advocates for the benefit of us all. Former National Parks Service Director Newton B. Drury said that “The American way of life consists of something that goes greatly beyond the mere obtaining of the necessities of existence. If it means anything, it means that America presents its citizens with an opportunity to grow mentally and spiritually, as well as physically. The National Park System and the work of the National Park Service constitute one of the Federal Government’s important contributions to that opportunity. Together they make it possible for all Americans–millions of them first-hand–to enjoy, unspoiled, the great scenic places of the Nation.” Learn more HERE.

How open are you to living in a better world in 2025? Respond with love. Repeat. What would it take?

$1000.00: for a date with my husband. We are having dinner at home as we identify what volunteer projects we can sign up for after his full recovery from surgery is complete. How much love can you stand?

Flow Five Friday: Current “real” life expressions of gratitude, love, and contribution to wellbeing.

$5.00: this week’s five dollars was sent to the National Park Foundation. The mailing address is POBox 17394 Baltimore, MD 21298-9450. I am choosing to be the energy of what works in life.

Five Increments of Time: This week I continued to focus my time on care giving for my husband. Being there. How are you “Flowing Five” this week?

Well-Being: Something that I am doing or not doing for self-care in real time. This week I allowed myself to unplug from most of my meetings with others. What are you doing or not doing for self-care?

Planet Awareness: Contributing to the health of Earth. Write a message to your government officials and volunteer in support of keeping our public land access intact for current as well as future generations. What are you doing for the health of our planet?

Hold Space or Contribute to a Friends Life Intention: This week I am supporting Baily, who was one of the people eliminated from her new job with the National Park system. She had been on the fire crew for many years prior to a life altering injury that required a change in job duties. One of Baily’s Living Intentions is to live and work in National Parks.  You can support her Living Intention by imagining her being rehired into the system again soon.  You might take a walk or drive through public lands close to where you live. And you can buy an Annual Parks pass for yourself or a friend to show your support.

Choose joy. Be kind. Love others and strive to be a better human. What would it take?

Choose to feel good. Be Joy. 
Practice gratitude. Amplify Kindness. Expand Generosity. 
Ask, Receive, and Give with More Ease. 
Respond to life with Love.

PS: If you have been playing with me for several years, below are the current daily deposits in other years Vibrational Accounts: