I will be 84 years old in December and I agree with most of what you say.....with age comes a kind of wisdom. I have just moved into a small house here in Bruges, Belgium and I am a widow living alone. I am enjoying being alone and sitting enjoying my memories of my life to a wonderful man, who taught me so much and was the love of my life. Friends here are who make life so pleasant at this stage in my life. Thinking positive is the only way to go from now on....we only have this time, now.
Dear Margaret, thank you for sharing this. Glad to see the joy you find in enjoying your memories. May your todays be filled with sweet surprises. May you be the channel of Gods goodness and love to pople around you. When they meet you may you be Gods channels of Heaven on earth. Here is a song which I hope you will enjoy listening. th-cam.com/video/znWu2HCJ92c/w-d-xo.html You may have to copy paste the lisk to hear it! Let me know if you liked it, if you heard it before.
i know where you are. i too am 84 and while i don't live in my memories, it is wonderful to have them. i try not to think of the health problems that will take my life. i hate having to rely on others for most things. fitting, i guess, i spent most of my life helping others, i comes down to this. it is hard to figure out how i can still be of help to others. i love how you've accepted age with grace. god bless, good heart.
When my son was growing up I would always give him a hug every morning and tell him I love him, now that I'm old he will come into my room, give me a hug and tell me he loves me every morning. Those moments everyday are my favorite memories.
@@melissasprayberry5047 yes Melissa, I truly understand your yearning. I so often wonder what kind of person I would have been if I had NOT had cruel, ignorant parents, abuse and the trauma that came with it. The path to healing can take decades. I truly believe I am on that path now. As Sandra said, right now is our most important moments.
So well said Sandra. We are never promised tomorrow, and if we keep waiting for the light to change, we rob ourselves of today. Thank you for such an important message.
I am so deeply sorry for your loss of your dear dear husband. The musical tribute was so elegant and meaningful. I'm sure that so many of us remember the full videos we were fortunate enough to watch of your lives together. Thank you so much for speaking to my heart once again, and my heart is with you. I'm 75 and I finally stopped waiting. I spent decades and eras building this life for myself right now. Through all the gains and losses, grandeur and gray, I wound up exactly where I am, and I am surpirsed. I live a very simple life. I don't need possessions or even a lot of money anymore. What I have plenty of - finally - is time. I relax in front of my window and watch. I live on the 4th story of an apartment, on the edge of a protected area with a beautiful view of all that is Oregon. I am nearly in the branches of the large trees outside my window, with a chrystal-clear creek flowing beneath us I sit with my warm purring kitty in my lap, in a "treehouse" watching the geese migrate and the creek sparkle. The moment is huge. I open its luxury and enter. Life is good, life is grand.
I am 16 years old, and for me it's annoying to watch this because my all friends are on insta, Netflix. But I feel really better after watching you. Lots of Love from India
Hi Dhanraj, you are probably what they call an ’old soul’. Ignore the noise and drama of (adolescent) life as much as you can... And cherish wisdom and silence and who you really are deep down inside. All the best from the other side of the world (Belgium)
❤ It's good to see you this morning Sandra, continue to take care of yourself. ❤ I always enjoy your words of wisdom, positive messages and encouragement 😊
Sandra this brought a memory to me. I was in my early 30's & was going thru a divorce. I had no money at all, 2 very young little boys. My oldest son loved airplanes & we lived very close to the local airport. This was pre-911. I used to gather the boys & we would go to the airport & at the time you could go to the gates & watch the airplanes taxi & land & take off. My son loved this & it was free. While we were there I would people watch & I would watch all these women in their business suits who were waiting to catch planes & I would think how smart they looked & I would envy their important jobs & lives & here I was in my jeans & cotton shirts & no makeup & no money & what felt like no life. Well time moved on & I became a Nurse & the boys grew up & my son worked in high school to pay for his ground school pilot lessons. He want to college & served in the USAF. He is now starting a new job as a pilot for an airline. And me----I learned that those women who I thought had it all together in those airports looking so smart in their business clothes & traveling many wanted nothing more than to be able to spend time at home with their kids & maybe take a field trip for the day. Life teaches us lessons while we are in the midst of waiting for the light to change. I hope you are feeling better.
if i live as long as sandra (and i won’t lie, a lot of times i’m terrified to think about living a long life, mostly due to the deterioration that aging causes), i hope to be this bright of a force.
Completely agree with your entire comment as I have those same thoughts, concerns, and goals. The opportunity to experience life after 60 through the eyes of Sandra provide a guide/hope for my experience...because according to my Lord and Savior, I pray that I live a Very impactful long life after 80...like Sandra. May God continue to Bless EVERYONE that reads this comment. In JESUS Name. Amen and amen 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽
I can only say that I so agree that just living every day, counting that days blessings is a liberating experience . But I was not able to fully appreciate this until my 70s. Take care and prayers for Arthur. ❤Caroline
@@newjerseylove1373 That's a very interesting comment, but it's like asking for a slice of cake that has not even been baked, or the wheat has yet grown to make the flour, all we have is now, all there was is now, and all there ever will be is now!
My husband died in 2014. It’s just me and Otis now.🐶 and I think about getting older and not being able to live in my three-story townhome. I am going to be 72 November 9th and I am in great health. I walk 3 miles a day but I noticed when I got a cold that it lasted almost 2 weeks which never happens and I do believe it’s because I am older, so yes, do I think about not being able to stay in my house most definitely am I afraid of dying not at all I am saved, but for God’s grace🙏 is the in between that concerns me. Do I worry about it constantly not at all 🫶I live my life the best that I can each day and do not worry about the inevitable until if, and when it happens. May everyone have a blessed day, and may God‘s grace be bountiful to all of you. I am so glad you’re feeling better. Prayers going out to you and Arthur.🙏
Your words are so pertinent for me at the moment Sandra and remind me so much of a book I read called "The Happiness Trap" that looks at the idea that today we think happiness should be our normal experience and points out that happiness is a fleeting thing we experience among all the other feelings we have in our daily lives . I'm feeling a bit broken and bruised emotionally at the moment but decided to take my self off for a walk in the cold wet Welsh weather to just walk myself out of my mood. It works to an extent and I enjoyed the autumnal leaves and the wind and rain and came home feeling a bit stronger. Listening to your take on life always gives me pause for thought and a little nudge in the right direction at times so thank you.
I'm feeling very bruised and broken but to me it's life and I cope but for some reason I'm finding it harder this time because the covid VACCINE has ruined my health. I live in Ireland so practically neighbours.
@@IRISHLASS273 You are so right Janet and i am sorry that covid has left you with long term health issues. It seems much easier to ride the storms in life if we are feeling on top form. In the end i have just dug in and carried on. Life may not have panned out the way I had hoped but I do try to make the very best of each day. I wish I had had this wisdom when I was younger and even in m;y 70's I am sure that there will be other times when I feel this way but today is going to be OK!
Having lost my only child 12 years ago I love the memories of his last four years with his Dad and I. He was disabled physically but not mentally and we all so enjoyed each other and our time together. He passed too soon at only 41 but he left many friends and a family that will remember him with so much love. As I age I find that I enjoy the memories but still continue to enjoy what is left of my life. I take pleasure in reading a good book, enjoying playing cards with friends and just being with my rescue cats. We took in a 15 year old senior cat yesterday whose owner had died and she was not wanted by any one. She was stressed but we gave her a safe room with food, her toys and no expectations except to rest, eat and get use to her new environment. Today she took a pet from my husband which is such a milestone. As we age we too need an environment that let's us rest and get use to our new normal. We all need a safe place to land as we continue to find new forms of enjoyment in the last phase of our life on earth. To continue to find ways to enjoy each new normal and make even more happy memories is my plan until it is time to join my son in the great beyond.
What you say, makes so much sense. and yet in 3 yrs., I am still having a problem being positive. My husband of 57 yrs. Died 5 min. from our house. I couldnt make any sense of it, and everyday I wake up, I have to deal with a new thing to handle. There are so many things that I have to take care of, and I dont know how to handle them. My husband worked from home, and always took care of things that he found easy. So sorry for the loss of your son, and that would be the hardest loss to endure.
🌿🌿🌺🌺🐚🐬 Good morning Ms Sandra! You look amazing today in your lovely red checkered shirt and your radiant smile. I've always appreciated your wisdom since the early days of Romper Room and including today. What a profound message. Stop waiting for the light to change...enjoy this gift of TODAY 🌈🌎
'So glad you're well again! To your point, it occurred to me just the other day, that this is the happiest period of my life! What? That can't be; you're 83! But it's true. Even with chronic pain and fatigue, I have peace of mind and quiet joy. I've lived all over the world and earned a higher degree. I have wonderful children and grandchildren near-by. For the first time in my life, I'm in need of nothing. However long that lasts, I don't know. But at this moment, I live in a cottage in the woods, steps from the water...and life is good. Sandra, you have helped me to see that. Thank you!
It is so true! It is little things that make happiness. At almost 73, I live for the moment but you need to learn that and acknowledge that. Thank you for telling us that again and again. Appreciation is a wonderful feeling, appreciation for little things is even more wonderful as it brings you happiness
As a huge fan of your son (I named my son Emerson), that song in particular is my favorite of his. I love your content and wisdom, Sandra. You’re amazing and I draw so much strength from you. ❤
❤hello dear Sandra.what another wonderful video today & as always you look so beautiful.I love that red shirt on you.Life isn’t always the way we want it to be.what matters most is that we live with good intentions and provide joy for others as well as ourselves...,, your sons song sugar is fantastic.I really like it very much. Sending you many blessings Sandra.you always bring us all such joy. Thank you so much xx
Sandra, your a a true light in this world. I fell instantly for your light as I watched this video. I appreciate you so much. Thank you for sharing yourself with us. God bless.
I am 70 years old, almost die last year in December due to a big spine surgery, but here I am giving thanks for everyday I open my eyes and see the sunshine and my daughter and two sons smiling to see how well I am doing. I learn many things, from walking to see the beautiful thing that surround me and I never saw before. I feel so happy and thankful with my life. Love it's all about.
Kind Morning Greetings Sandra:) 🌼🌼🌼 Glad to hear you are healing:)... Sending Prayers to you and Arthur for continued best possible quality living, joy, peace, and good health. Lovely video:)... You video is full of genuine and joyful gems of insight and life wisdom:)... Kindness Always to you and your family and have a Blessed week:)🙏🎀🙏
Thank you so much and I enjoyed all of your wisdom tips … I lost my husband two years ago at the age of 66 years old… I’ve been married since I was 16 years old to him… life has changed so much… I’m trying to go on, but I need Prayers… Thank your Sweet Son for me for that touching song 🎶🥰🎶❤️ Music & God the Father has given me strength to move forward…
We love you, Sandra. All love from Dubai. Last night I started waiting on the Lord, before going to bed, after waking up, on the way to the office, and on the way back from the office. Feel good because it's the first time without worshipping, not praying, not reading the Bible., just waiting to hear what the Lord was impressing on my heart. Nothing extraordinary happened but it felt good. I am going to keep doing this. I want to share this so that many others can be blessed as well.
I'm on the same path, Francis. I have a little note in my kitchen window that reads... Trust and Wait. Thank you for your gentle reminder that waiting expectantly for the LORD's guidance is much different than being stuck passively waiting for the light to change.
Sandra, You are the MOST PRECIOUS SOUL I saw in a long time. With such a Loving Soothing Smile & Voice. Best Blessings, Light & Energies Surrounds You Every Day of Your Long and Happy Life! My Best Thoughts & Prayers Travel to You! Thank You Sandra! 🙏
You know what, my dear lady, some people slip away from our lives without our noticing, while others, like you, instill hope and love in us. Life without people like you leaves us empty and depressed. Thank you, my lovely optimistic lady.
You are absolutely right! We miss life waiting for something or waiting for things to improve. Live the best you can and enjoy every day God gives you!! 😊
You are right. We wish our life away waiting. We need fresh air,sunshine,friends,family.I am74& I have had highs& good friends& now they are gone. Aging isn't always fun,but wisdom is!! GOD IS GREAT!💞🙏🌞
Hi Sandra, I'm 35 years old and came across your video. You are absolutely right. We all should appreciate and take in the everyday of our lives...not just when we're on a trip or celebrating a milestone. Thank you for the reminder and I pray that you continue to recover. May God continue to bless you 🙏🏾❤️
How lovely, Margaret left a beautiful post below. Glad you are feeling a bit better Sandra. Prayers for all Arthur too 🙏 ❤ 💙 ♥. Don't you be getting ill from Hospital. XxX ❤ i heard a doggie. Or maybe two. If Arthur still has a dog 🐕. You got two to care for. XxX ❤ ❤ ❤
Lovely to see and hear from you today. Thought of you this past week You look fantastic. What you say is so true. Have a wonderful week. Take care. 💖 💖
I often live in the moment but I also sometimes battle with thoughts that life is meaningless. A strange paradox? Perhaps my dissatisfaction with this life is because the world is beautiful but also broken. My spirit longs to be free from earthbound suffering.
I'm new here. (and probably a little outside her normal viewer demographic). And not to take away from the perfect advice she gives in this video... but wait a minute... Sandra's son is Emerson Hart? That's awesome.
How blessed we all are that Sandra is in our lives. Let us not be waiting for the light to change (I’m guilty) but focus in seeing the light in everyday. I know there are days where finding that green light is hard, but try journaling and write down a moment in a green light day and when a red light day comes re-read your green light day. ❤️
Dearest Sandra your life views are inspirational and wise. Thank you for sharing 🙏 I’m done waiting for the lights to change!!!🙂 Blessings to you and your nearest and dearest from Australia 🇦🇺 ❤️
Being humble and grateful for what you have is true happiness. That’s not to say not advancing education, skills, and knowledge for advance,ent, but life owes us nothing.
"" LIVE THE LIFE YOU LOVE "" I LIVE. A GENTLE QUIET LIFE..THAT'S, WHAT I LOVE . @SANDRA I HOPE YOU ARE BEING KIND TO YOU AFTER ARTHUR'S PASSING... HE'S JUST FINE NOW.'' .. @HE WOULD WANT YOU TO BE TOO TAKE CARE.... BLESSINGS TO YOU 💕🙏💞
Sandra, I am so happy that you are on the mend , feeling better each day is a blessing. You spoke about a song your son wrote, and I thought how lovely a gift to be inspired by your son. His lyrics are spot on in life. I once heard that those in the public eye, those “online stars” even those we know on FB, for the most part “…only play the A side of the record,”. I keep,that in my mind whenever a bit of envy kicks in. A great reminder we only see what we are shown. Savor every day as you would a fine wine. The less perfect make the best that much better. Congratulations on growing your channel with your grace, your honesty, and your beautiful wisdom. Be well dear lady.
Thanks for your words of wisdom ! Those in the public eye truly play for the most part only the A side of the record.....we see only that which we are shown.... It reminds me of those at work who so love to post a lot of their amazing life....that is what we are shown and not the entire tapestry of their lives. Indeed,one need to savour the details of your everyday life like good wine.
Sandra, profound words: I married the man of my dreams : I was in my kitchen one dayI was crying: my Mother happened to call in She led me to the chair to sit down, she listened to my moans She took my hand an said these words: *You must learn to get over the hurdles in life I am glad you shared the words your son wrote For his song . Ps you are such an Earth Angel. Mar Canada 🍁
Sandra I want to say how proud I am of you!! When I first sub you had 50;000 now you soared higher with viewers. I'm sure you put alot of hard work into your channel. Thanks and happy your feeling better
YOU are the best. I am so glad you are well! Give my love to Arthur! What you talked about make so much sense, I am grateful every minute that I live. But one thing(person) I am so grateful is to be a mom. My pride and joy! You have a great son that obviously takes after his mom. Be good to yourself. Thinking of you and continue praying for you every day. You inspire me so much every day. BLESSINGS..............ILY...................MINDY
I have read in my calendar this: Life is beautiful, but there was never the speech about it that it is easy! I am German, and I got the impression that the translation is not 100%, but I guess it is understandable! It is true, that we are wasting too much time! But sometimes it is not easy to live in the moment! I have read a book about a female squad champion of Pakistan, her name is Maria Wazir, who had to escape to Canada, because the Talibans had been on her heels, and she wrote in her autobiography that in a very difficult time for her the trick was to live from day to day and sometimes from hour to hour, and that is what I try to do right now! Sometimes it works! She had to disguise herself to live as a boy, and her family is absolutely extraordinary because her father allowed her to live like that and he allowed her mother to study! 🌄🍀❤️
You are an amazing soul ❤. My life is deeply lonely and sad. Just memories remain. I have nothing to look forward too. It's not depression. I do not compare myself to anyone because that could be a slippery dangerous rabbit hole. Living in a huge lovely home but empty without happiness or joy. I'm all alone in this house. My family are all busy!!! At 78 i need help with everything. I pray the Lord hears my prayers.
Feeling blessed for belonging to this community and having the opportunity to learn so much with you and the subscribers that leave their comments below. Your words and life teachings are really precious to me. God bless you all.
I so enjoy watching & listening to you. Wisdom, gained from life's experiences, are valuable to me & sure others. You have a lovely, gentle way about you, this encourages one to listen..I've just turned 69 and just beginning to learn much of what you share. I'm loving my journey and continue growing. Yesterday is gone.. tomorrow we don't know.. but right now..is all we can live. I'm experiencing loving, living my NOW..right now.. happy you have recovered. Chat again
Thank you for the inspirational words. The Buddhist tradition calls this impermanence. It takes the challenging times to appreciate the times of ease and the the times of ease to give strength and hope to endure the challenges.
Stumbled on you today and was blown away seeing "Waiting for the Light to Change" title. Watched and wow! It really was about the song! Congratulations to your son writing one of my favorite songs. It was pivotal for me during a big life change for me 15+ years ago. I'm also sorry for your loss.
So wonderful to see your beautiful face and hear your lovely words today. YOU make a difference in the world 💜. I look forward to your thought provoking messages.
oh how apt for me who is one that has waited and waited for the light to change for most of my life.....thank you for a wonderful and wise video to day.....im off to smell the roses now....
Hi Sandra:) I had watched this video but was so upset I missed that you got sick I forgot to leave a comment! You hit another home run on this one. I got my sore body moving and made quite a difference getting things as organized as I could even though the next step is getting treatment for my car accident I was able to make things nicer under the circumstances:). Since this video things are looking up, I have met so many nice people who have been so nice and caring-but I think it’s because I have been giving off positive vibes:). Ur words in this video are so true. I’m grateful for everything and working to get back to the simple but beautiful life I had b4 the storm. We were blessed to wake up this morning to no water flowing through our homes again. My morning coffee was extra yummy because there have been days I was without. The 4000 subscribers is amazing! Sending love and hugs-you are loved by so many💕🤗💕🤗💕👍💕🤗💕👍🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏
I am 72 years old and due to some tragic circumstances I have had to realize although I am in good health, I will not be able to travel to many countries I thought that I would in retirement. It is so disappointing that I just don't have the funds to do so. I have two disabled adult children who were born with a genetic abnormality, and have had to spend a lot on housing and other things for them. So, I am finally accepting the fact that it is what it is as a single aging woman. Just live in the moment and be grateful for the things I do have. Be present.
Dear Sandra: Thank you for sharing these wonderful, meaningful lyrics from your son's music to highlight feelings in our lives. This has been an extremely difficult year for me, due to family issues. My depression returned with a vengeance. All of that made me think back to the happy times, which I now realize were "fleeting", indeed, as you wisely pointed out here in this video. At 72, I tend to look back often on better times, but, nothing lasts forever. We really do need to appreciate every day as it comes, feeling blessed to simply receive another day. So many are gone from us too soon. Thank you so much for your wisdom. I am glad to know that you are feeling better (you look wonderful!), and, I understand you've had your share of challenges, as well. Many blessings to you, Arthur and to your family. 🙏🏻 Rosemarie 💖
Good Morning Sandra 🧡 I love aging. I love looking back on my journey and learning from it or remembering beautiful moments and also realizing that everything does work out better than you can dream. I see friends that have never travelled, never taken chances and I am so happy I have lived in the moment and lived! Stop waiting and make life happen. I loved this. Blessings Sandra 🙌🏻🍑🧡Lisa
I will be 84 years old in December and I agree with most of what you say.....with age comes a kind of wisdom. I have just moved into a small house here in Bruges, Belgium and I am a widow living alone. I am enjoying being alone and sitting enjoying my memories of my life to a wonderful man, who taught me so much and was the love of my life. Friends here are who make life so pleasant at this stage in my life. Thinking positive is the only way to go from now on....we only have this time, now.
Dear Margaret, thank you for sharing this. Glad to see the joy you find in enjoying your memories. May your todays be filled with sweet surprises. May you be the channel of Gods goodness and love to pople around you. When they meet you may you be Gods channels of Heaven on earth. Here is a song which I hope you will enjoy listening. th-cam.com/video/znWu2HCJ92c/w-d-xo.html You may have to copy paste the lisk to hear it! Let me know if you liked it, if you heard it before.
You are very blessed ❤
Hi there, advanced granny
i know where you are. i too am 84 and while i don't live in my memories, it is wonderful to have them. i try not to think of the health problems that will take my life. i hate having to rely on others for most things. fitting, i guess, i spent most of my life helping others, i comes down to this. it is hard to figure out how i can still be of help to others. i love how you've accepted age with grace. god bless, good heart.
So enjoy listening to you every Tuesday thoroughly enjoy every one
Have a rondeau week ❤
When my son was growing up I would always give him a hug every morning and tell him I love him, now that I'm old he will come into my room, give me a hug and tell me he loves me every morning. Those moments everyday are my favorite memories.
I hugged my mom everyday till she passed. She hugged me my whole life… I don’t think there was a day she didn’t hug me
I wish more than anything I had that ..
@@melissasprayberry5047 yes Melissa, I truly understand your yearning. I so often wonder what kind of person I would have been if I had NOT had cruel, ignorant parents, abuse and the trauma that came with it.
The path to healing can take decades. I truly believe I am on that path now.
As Sandra said, right now is our most important moments.
How I wished I’ve done this to my boys.. ❤
I lost my son last year and I'd give anything for his hug ! Enjoy your hugs ❤
So well said Sandra. We are never promised tomorrow, and if we keep waiting for the light to change, we rob ourselves of today. Thank you for such an important message.
I am so deeply sorry for your loss of your dear dear husband. The musical tribute was so elegant and meaningful. I'm sure that so many of us remember the full videos we were fortunate enough to watch of your lives together. Thank you so much for speaking to my heart once again, and my heart is with you.
I'm 75 and I finally stopped waiting. I spent decades and eras building this life for myself right now. Through all the gains and losses, grandeur and gray, I wound up exactly where I am, and I am surpirsed. I live a very simple life. I don't need possessions or even a lot of money anymore. What I have plenty of - finally - is time. I relax in front of my window and watch. I live on the 4th story of an apartment, on the edge of a protected area with a beautiful view of all that is Oregon. I am nearly in the branches of the large trees outside my window, with a chrystal-clear creek flowing beneath us I sit with my warm purring kitty in my lap, in a "treehouse" watching the geese migrate and the creek sparkle. The moment is huge. I open its luxury and enter. Life is good, life is grand.
I am 16 years old, and for me it's annoying to watch this because my all friends are on insta, Netflix. But I feel really better after watching you. Lots of Love from India
Hi 😍❤
I wish I had her when I was 16! Keep watching!
@@justme6655yaa👍, btw how old are you now?
Hi Dhanraj, you are probably what they call an ’old soul’. Ignore the noise and drama of (adolescent) life as much as you can... And cherish wisdom and silence and who you really are deep down inside. All the best from the other side of the world (Belgium)
❤ It's good to see you this morning Sandra, continue to take care of yourself. ❤ I always enjoy your words of wisdom, positive messages and encouragement 😊
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Thanks so much
I LOVE your gentleness and words of wisdom. I PRAY you feel stronger each day.🌞💗
Such a beautiful sentiment ❤
Thank you
Thank you Sandra. God bless you.❤
Sandra this brought a memory to me. I was in my early 30's & was going thru a divorce. I had no money at all, 2 very young little boys. My oldest son loved airplanes & we lived very close to the local airport. This was pre-911. I used to gather the boys & we would go to the airport & at the time you could go to the gates & watch the airplanes taxi & land & take off. My son loved this & it was free. While we were there I would people watch & I would watch all these women in their business suits who were waiting to catch planes & I would think how smart they looked & I would envy their important jobs & lives & here I was in my jeans & cotton shirts & no makeup & no money & what felt like no life. Well time moved on & I became a Nurse & the boys grew up & my son worked in high school to pay for his ground school pilot lessons. He want to college & served in the USAF. He is now starting a new job as a pilot for an airline. And me----I learned that those women who I thought had it all together in those airports looking so smart in their business clothes & traveling many wanted nothing more than to be able to spend time at home with their kids & maybe take a field trip for the day. Life teaches us lessons while we are in the midst of waiting for the light to change. I hope you are feeling better.
Thank you for that beautiful true life story. It is so empowering and true.
if i live as long as sandra (and i won’t lie, a lot of times i’m terrified to think about living a long life, mostly due to the deterioration that aging causes), i hope to be this bright of a force.
Completely agree with your entire comment as I have those same thoughts, concerns, and goals. The opportunity to experience life after 60 through the eyes of Sandra provide a guide/hope for my experience...because according to my Lord and Savior, I pray that I live a Very impactful long life after 80...like Sandra.
May God continue to Bless EVERYONE that reads this comment. In JESUS Name. Amen and amen 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽
I can only say that I so agree that just living every day, counting that days blessings is a liberating experience . But I was not able to fully appreciate this until my 70s. Take care and prayers for Arthur. ❤Caroline
@@newjerseylove1373 That's a very interesting comment, but it's like asking for a slice of cake that has not even been baked, or the wheat has yet grown to make the flour, all we have is now, all there was is now, and all there ever will be is now!
@@Drycreek995 who is arthur?
My husband died in 2014. It’s just me and Otis now.🐶 and I think about getting older and not being able to live in my three-story townhome. I am going to be 72 November 9th and I am in great health. I walk 3 miles a day but I noticed when I got a cold that it lasted almost 2 weeks which never happens and I do believe it’s because I am older, so yes, do I think about not being able to stay in my house most definitely am I afraid of dying not at all I am saved, but for God’s grace🙏 is the in between that concerns me. Do I worry about it constantly not at all 🫶I live my life the best that I can each day and do not worry about the inevitable until if, and when it happens. May everyone have a blessed day, and may God‘s grace be bountiful to all of you. I am so glad you’re feeling better. Prayers going out to you and Arthur.🙏
Your words are so pertinent for me at the moment Sandra and remind me so much of a book I read called "The Happiness Trap" that looks at the idea that today we think happiness should be our normal experience and points out that happiness is a fleeting thing we experience among all the other feelings we have in our daily lives . I'm feeling a bit broken and bruised emotionally at the moment but decided to take my self off for a walk in the cold wet Welsh weather to just walk myself out of my mood. It works to an extent and I enjoyed the autumnal leaves and the wind and rain and came home feeling a bit stronger. Listening to your take on life always gives me pause for thought and a little nudge in the right direction at times so thank you.
'"' take myself off for a walk'"' great
I'm feeling very bruised and broken but to me it's life and I cope but for some reason
I'm finding it harder this time because the covid VACCINE has ruined my health.
I live in Ireland so practically neighbours.
@@IRISHLASS273 You are so right Janet and i am sorry that covid has left you with long term health issues. It seems much easier to ride the storms in life if we are feeling on top form. In the end i have just dug in and carried on. Life may not have panned out the way I had hoped but I do try to make the very best of each day. I wish I had had this wisdom when I was younger and even in m;y 70's I am sure that there will be other times when I feel this way but today is going to be OK!
@@goldenfd475 I have had 2 Covid vaccines - afraid of them as the second one put me in bed! No more experimental injections for me.💉
If others choose to have it, more power to you.👍
Having lost my only child 12 years ago I love the memories of his last four years with his Dad and I. He was disabled physically but not mentally and we all so enjoyed each other and our time together. He passed too soon at only 41 but he left many friends and a family that will remember him with so much love. As I age I find that I enjoy the memories but still continue to enjoy what is left of my life. I take pleasure in reading a good book, enjoying playing cards with friends and just being with my rescue cats. We took in a 15 year old senior cat yesterday whose owner had died and she was not wanted by any one. She was stressed but we gave her a safe room with food, her toys and no expectations except to rest, eat and get use to her new environment. Today she took a pet from my husband which is such a milestone. As we age we too need an environment that let's us rest and get use to our new normal. We all need a safe place to land as we continue to find new forms of enjoyment in the last phase of our life on earth. To continue to find ways to enjoy each new normal and make even more happy memories is my plan until it is time to join my son in the great beyond.
Bless you, dear Mother. I truly feel that you will see your precious son again. How glorious it will be for him to hug his Mom with a able body!😇💕
Such a meaningful story. God bless you all.
Beautiful sharing. Helps me deal with grief and to be present. I love hearing about your son and your cats.
hello, enjoyed ur writing. Wishing you happiness and peace.
What you say, makes so much sense. and yet in 3 yrs., I am still having a problem being positive. My husband of 57 yrs. Died 5 min. from our house. I couldnt make any sense of it, and everyday I wake up, I have to deal with a new thing to handle. There are so many things that I have to take care of, and I dont know how to handle them. My husband worked from home, and always took care of things that he found easy. So sorry for the loss of your son, and that would be the hardest loss to endure.
🌿🌿🌺🌺🐚🐬 Good morning Ms Sandra! You look amazing today in your lovely red checkered shirt and your radiant smile. I've always appreciated your wisdom since the early days of Romper Room and including today. What a profound message. Stop waiting for the light to change...enjoy this gift of TODAY 🌈🌎
Glad you are feeling better Sandra! Thank you for being a present and constant light to all of your viewers!
'So glad you're well again! To your point, it occurred to me just the other day, that this is the happiest period of my life! What? That can't be; you're 83! But it's true. Even with chronic pain and fatigue, I have peace of mind and quiet joy. I've lived all over the world and earned a higher degree. I have wonderful children and grandchildren near-by. For the first time in my life, I'm in need of nothing. However long that lasts, I don't know. But at this moment, I live in a cottage in the woods, steps from the water...and life is good. Sandra, you have helped me to see that. Thank you!
It is so true! It is little things that make happiness. At almost 73, I live for the moment but you need to learn that and acknowledge that. Thank you for telling us that again and again. Appreciation is a wonderful feeling, appreciation for little things is even more wonderful as it brings you happiness
Thank you dear Sandra. Wishing you well! 💜
As a huge fan of your son (I named my son Emerson), that song in particular is my favorite of his. I love your content and wisdom, Sandra. You’re amazing and I draw so much strength from you. ❤
Thank you Sandra 🙏🏻❤️😘
❤hello dear Sandra.what another wonderful video today & as always you look so beautiful.I love that red shirt on you.Life isn’t always the way we want it to be.what matters most is that we live with good intentions and provide joy for others as well as ourselves...,, your sons song sugar is fantastic.I really like it very much. Sending you many blessings Sandra.you always bring us all such joy. Thank you so much xx
Sandra, your a a true light in this world. I fell instantly for your light as I watched this video. I appreciate you so much. Thank you for sharing yourself with us. God bless.
I am 70 years old, almost die last year in December due to a big spine surgery, but here I am giving thanks for everyday I open my eyes and see the sunshine and my daughter and two sons smiling to see how well I am doing. I learn many things, from walking to see the beautiful thing that surround me and I never saw before. I feel so happy and thankful with my life. Love it's all about.
You are so cute nanny
Thank you Sandra, share the love 😄❤️😄
My mum said: "Thank you for the comforting words and love you too."
Kind Morning Greetings Sandra:)
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Glad to hear you are healing:)...
Sending Prayers to you and Arthur for continued best possible quality living, joy, peace, and good health.
Lovely video:)...
You video is full of genuine and joyful gems of insight and life wisdom:)...
Kindness Always to you and your family and have a Blessed week:)🙏🎀🙏
Sandra, your words so perfectly reflect your beautiful heart and your lovely Buddha-nature.
So much love and light to you, God bless 🙌 💖 🙏
Thank you so much and I enjoyed all of your wisdom tips … I lost my husband two years ago at the age of 66 years old… I’ve been married since I was 16 years old to him… life has changed so much… I’m trying to go on, but I need Prayers…
Thank your Sweet Son for me for that touching song 🎶🥰🎶❤️ Music & God the Father has given me strength to move forward…
We love you, Sandra. All love from Dubai. Last night I started waiting on the Lord, before going to bed, after waking up, on the way to the office, and on the way back from the office. Feel good because it's the first time without worshipping, not praying, not reading the Bible., just waiting to hear what the Lord was impressing on my heart. Nothing extraordinary happened but it felt good. I am going to keep doing this. I want to share this so that many others can be blessed as well.
I'm on the same path, Francis. I have a little note in my kitchen window that reads... Trust and Wait. Thank you for your gentle reminder that waiting expectantly for the LORD's guidance is much different than being stuck passively waiting for the light to change.
I just came by to say THANK YOU 💖 for all your kind words.
Sandra,
You are the MOST PRECIOUS SOUL I saw in a long time. With such a Loving Soothing Smile & Voice.
Best Blessings, Light & Energies Surrounds You Every Day of Your Long and Happy Life!
My Best Thoughts & Prayers Travel to You!
Thank You
Sandra! 🙏
Truer words could never be spoken Sandra. Thank you, so well said!!!❤❤ CONGRATS on 400,000 subscribers!!
You know what, my dear lady, some people slip away from our lives without our noticing, while others, like you, instill hope and love in us. Life without people like you leaves us empty and depressed. Thank you, my lovely optimistic lady.
Glad to see you, Sandra!💐❤🌸
Oh yes it’s so careful to be and to appreciate the present moment❤❤❤
You are absolutely right! We miss life waiting for something or waiting for things to improve. Live the best you can and enjoy every day God gives you!! 😊
You are right. We wish our life away waiting. We need fresh air,sunshine,friends,family.I am74& I have had highs& good friends& now they are gone. Aging isn't always fun,but wisdom is!! GOD IS GREAT!💞🙏🌞
Hi Sandra, I'm 35 years old and came across your video. You are absolutely right. We all should appreciate and take in the everyday of our lives...not just when we're on a trip or celebrating a milestone. Thank you for the reminder and I pray that you continue to recover. May God continue to bless you 🙏🏾❤️
Thanks very much!♥️ Nice to meet you!♥️.
You are a precious gift in my life. Thank you.
How lovely, Margaret left a beautiful post below. Glad you are feeling a bit better Sandra. Prayers for all Arthur too 🙏 ❤ 💙 ♥. Don't you be getting ill from Hospital. XxX ❤ i heard a doggie. Or maybe two. If Arthur still has a dog 🐕. You got two to care for. XxX ❤ ❤ ❤
Love so much Sandra ❤ i am happy to see you again💖
Thanks for your beautiful words and for sharing your son’s wisdom and creativity
Lovely to see and hear from you today. Thought of you this past week
You look fantastic. What you say is so true. Have a wonderful week. Take care. 💖 💖
I often live in the moment but I also sometimes battle with thoughts that life is meaningless. A strange paradox?
Perhaps my dissatisfaction with this life is because the world is beautiful but also broken. My spirit longs to be free from earthbound suffering.
oh Sandra this hits home…I find myself waiting, for the next good thing. I need to look at this good day.
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Thank you dear Sandra. So glad you are feeling better. Thank you for the needed message. 🥰
I'm new here. (and probably a little outside her normal viewer demographic). And not to take away from the perfect advice she gives in this video... but wait a minute... Sandra's son is Emerson Hart? That's awesome.
Take care of your health always, new subscriber here ,hugs and kisses from me here in Philippines
How blessed we all are that Sandra is in our lives. Let us not be waiting for the light to change (I’m guilty) but focus in seeing the light in everyday. I know there are days where finding that green light is hard, but try journaling and write down a moment in a green light day and when a red light day comes re-read your green light day. ❤️
Thank you so much for coming into my life Sandra.
Oh Sandra I have been waiting on a video from you, thank you for taking the time to interact with us, get well also ❤️
I am happy you are here.
Good morning! So true ! I will think of you every time I'm sitting at the stop light waiting for it to change . Tell Arthur Hello
Thanks so much!
Dearest Sandra your life views are inspirational and wise.
Thank you for sharing 🙏
I’m done waiting for the lights to change!!!🙂
Blessings to you and your nearest and dearest from Australia 🇦🇺 ❤️
Being humble and grateful for what you have is true happiness. That’s not to say not advancing education, skills, and knowledge for advance,ent, but life owes us nothing.
"" LIVE THE LIFE YOU LOVE "" I LIVE. A GENTLE QUIET LIFE..THAT'S, WHAT I LOVE . @SANDRA I HOPE YOU ARE BEING KIND TO YOU AFTER ARTHUR'S PASSING... HE'S JUST FINE NOW.'' .. @HE WOULD WANT YOU TO BE TOO TAKE CARE.... BLESSINGS TO YOU 💕🙏💞
So sorry that you been ill. You could never tell by looking at your lovely face! Happy to know that you are well now! Always love your messages!💗🙏🏻💗
I just adore you. What a beautifully spoken video. Invaluable information Sandra once again ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
Sandra, I am so happy that you are on the mend , feeling better each day is a blessing. You spoke about a song your son wrote, and I thought how lovely a gift to be inspired by your son. His lyrics are spot on in life. I once heard that those in the public eye, those “online stars” even those we know on FB, for the most part “…only play the A side of the record,”. I keep,that in my mind whenever a bit of envy kicks in. A great reminder we only see what we are shown. Savor every day as you would a fine wine. The less perfect make the best that much better. Congratulations on growing your channel with your grace, your honesty, and your beautiful wisdom. Be well dear lady.
Thanks for your words of wisdom !
Those in the public eye truly play for the most part only the A side of the record.....we see only that which we are shown....
It reminds me of those at work who so love to post a lot of their amazing life....that is what we are shown and not the entire tapestry of their lives.
Indeed,one need to savour the details of your everyday life like good wine.
That’s an amen from this 83 year-old woman. Truth is truth…
Just what I needed today, thanks Sandra.
Thank you for your wise words. God bless you!
Sandra, profound words: I married the man of my dreams : I
was in my kitchen one dayI was crying: my Mother happened to call in
She led me to the chair to sit down, she listened to my moans
She took my hand an said these words:
*You must learn to get over the hurdles in life
I am glad you shared the words your son wrote
For his song .
Ps you are such an Earth Angel.
Mar Canada 🍁
Sandra I want to say how proud I am of you!! When I first sub you had 50;000 now you soared higher with viewers. I'm sure you put alot of hard work into your channel. Thanks and happy your feeling better
Praying for you Sandra. I hope you’re feeling better. Congratulations on your Subscribers! I’m praying for you and Author.🙏 ♥️
Hi Sandra 😊. So glad to see you, and know you are well. Your message today is very much appreciated!! Please take care.
YOU are the best. I am so glad you are well! Give my love to Arthur! What you talked about make so much sense, I am grateful every minute that I live. But one thing(person) I am so grateful is to be a mom. My pride and joy! You have a great son that obviously takes after his mom. Be good to yourself. Thinking of you and continue praying for you every day. You inspire me so much every day. BLESSINGS..............ILY...................MINDY
Thank you! God Bless and keep You and Yours!
YOU are VERY WISE, indeed ❤, Sandra
I have read in my calendar this: Life is beautiful, but there was never the speech about it that it is easy!
I am German, and I got the impression that the translation is not 100%, but I guess it is understandable!
It is true, that we are wasting too much time! But sometimes it is not easy to live in the moment!
I have read a book about a female squad champion of Pakistan, her name is Maria Wazir, who had to escape to Canada, because the Talibans had been on her heels, and she wrote in her autobiography that in a very difficult time for her the trick was to live from day to day and sometimes from hour to hour, and that is what I try to do right now! Sometimes it works! She had to disguise herself to live as a boy, and her family is absolutely extraordinary because her father allowed her to live like that and he allowed her mother to study! 🌄🍀❤️
I Love you Sandra. You are a great servant of the LORD. God bless you. Hugs, Louise
You are an amazing soul ❤.
My life is deeply lonely and sad. Just memories remain. I have nothing to look forward too. It's not depression. I do not compare myself to anyone because that could be a slippery dangerous rabbit hole. Living in a huge lovely home but empty without happiness or joy. I'm all alone in this house. My family are all busy!!! At 78 i need help with everything.
I pray the Lord hears my prayers.
Dear Sandra, you are a shining light in this world. Keep shining. Watching your videos brings a warmth to my life. Blessings to you and your family ❤
Great wisdom! Every moment is special. You are special. Today's morning with you is special. Thank you for this now.
Feeling blessed for belonging to this community and having the opportunity to learn so much with you and the subscribers that leave their comments below. Your words and life teachings are really precious to me. God bless you all.
Always Such a Delight!!!🙂
You are wonderful 🪷💕
And so pretty 😊🌸🎶🕊
I so enjoy watching & listening to you. Wisdom, gained from life's experiences, are valuable to me & sure others. You have a lovely, gentle way about you, this encourages one to listen..I've just turned 69 and just beginning to learn much of what you share. I'm loving my journey and continue growing.
Yesterday is gone.. tomorrow we don't know.. but right now..is all we can live. I'm experiencing loving, living my NOW..right now.. happy you have recovered. Chat again
Thank you for the inspirational words. The Buddhist tradition calls this impermanence. It takes the challenging times to appreciate the times of ease and the the times of ease to give strength and hope to endure the challenges.
Stumbled on you today and was blown away seeing "Waiting for the Light to Change" title. Watched and wow! It really was about the song! Congratulations to your son writing one of my favorite songs. It was pivotal for me during a big life change for me 15+ years ago.
I'm also sorry for your loss.
So wonderful to see your beautiful face and hear your lovely words today. YOU make a difference in the world 💜. I look forward to your thought provoking messages.
Oooooh you Are so Good❤
I love this. I’m approaching my prime and often feel such gripe going through the process. But no, TODAY is good!
oh how apt for me who is one that has waited and waited for the light to change for most of my life.....thank you for a wonderful and wise video to day.....im off to smell the roses now....
Thank you for your wisdom!!
Amen…you are so right. Love and hugs❤️✝️❤️
I'm learning English, and I'm listening this channel for improving my skill and I'm grateful to you for so warm conversation 🥰
Im thankful for your channel!❤ Thank you! 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼
Hi Sandra:) I had watched this video but was so upset I missed that you got sick I forgot to leave a comment! You hit another home run on this one. I got my sore body moving and made quite a difference getting things as organized as I could even though the next step is getting treatment for my car accident I was able to make things nicer under the circumstances:). Since this video things are looking up, I have met so many nice people who have been so nice and caring-but I think it’s because I have been giving off positive vibes:). Ur words in this video are so true. I’m grateful for everything and working to get back to the simple but beautiful life I had b4 the storm. We were blessed to wake up this morning to no water flowing through our homes again. My morning coffee was extra yummy because there have been days I was without. The 4000 subscribers is amazing! Sending love and hugs-you are loved by so many💕🤗💕🤗💕👍💕🤗💕👍🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏
You are,a🥰 true blessing Sandra. You help so much ...may your world be filled with lovely times and be strong and patient through tuff times xxx
I am 72 years old and due to some tragic circumstances I have had to realize although I am in good health, I will not be able to travel to many countries I thought that I would in retirement. It is so disappointing that I just don't have the funds to do so. I have two disabled adult children who were born with a genetic abnormality, and have had to spend a lot on housing and other things for them. So, I am finally accepting the fact that it is what it is as a single aging woman. Just live in the moment and be grateful for the things I do have. Be present.
Good to see you recovered. Thank you for your wisdom
Thank you Sandra, I'm aware that I have wasted my life away! Thanking you for bringing this to my attention 😊
I feel, when we live in present, we sometimes get such a moment where our soul feels like being on top of the world and that's realistic ❤
Be good to yourself as you continue to heal - some symptoms hang on but each day will get better!!
Hi Sandra, I was looking to see how I could find out how you are doing. So good to see you. Sending lots of love
Thank you
Great to have you back! ❤️🙏🏻
Wishing you good health dear Sandra. I just love your outlook on life, wisdom,love of life and people.
You are a ray of light and love. Thank you.
Dear Sandra: Thank you for sharing these wonderful, meaningful lyrics from your son's music to highlight feelings in our lives. This has been an extremely difficult year for me, due to family issues. My depression returned with a vengeance. All of that made me think back to the happy times, which I now realize were "fleeting", indeed, as you wisely pointed out here in this video. At 72, I tend to look back often on better times, but, nothing lasts forever. We really do need to appreciate every day as it comes, feeling blessed to simply receive another day. So many are gone from us too soon. Thank you so much for your wisdom. I am glad to know that you are feeling better (you look wonderful!), and, I understand you've had your share of challenges, as well. Many blessings to you, Arthur and to your family. 🙏🏻
Rosemarie 💖
Good Morning Sandra 🧡
I love aging. I love looking back on my journey and learning from it or remembering beautiful moments and also realizing that everything does work out better than you can dream. I see friends that have never travelled, never taken chances and I am so happy I have lived in the moment and lived! Stop waiting and make life happen.
I loved this. Blessings Sandra 🙌🏻🍑🧡Lisa