A Leg To Stand On
- Sheri and Bill Eppright
- Sep 3, 2025
- 3 min read
Flamingos are known for their color, but have you ever pondered or appreciated their balance? One leg. Calm. Confident. Unshaken.
We all need a leg to stand on - not just physically, but emotionally, spiritually, mentally. Something that grounds us when life gets messy or unpredictable. That leg is a belief, a value, a little grit and grace.
Balance means knowing what holds you steady, even if you’re still working out the details on the inside.
Sheri: Sometimes I think I’m doing fine - that is until the schedule changes, the Wi-Fi dies, and three other things go sideways at the same time. That’s when I realize how much I rely on my internal “legs” or anchor points. Music, a deep breath, a short internal talking too, a walk, or connecting with Bill all seem to be legs I stand on. 😊
Bill: I’ve never stood on just one leg for more than 30 seconds (unless I was putting on a sock and even that was a LONG time ago!), but in life, I think I’ve learned to balance better. Humor helps. So does knowing who’s in your corner when things tilt a little sideways. We don’t need to have everything together, just a steady leg to stand on. After all, a flamingo stands on one leg, because if he lifted the other one, he’d fall for sure.
Sheri: I spent a lot of time writing this week and realized how much clarity I get from writing things. Just writing stuff down helps give me something solid to stand on.
Bill: I didn’t accomplish even half my to-do list this week, but we did make time for some laughs, good conversation with friends, and a few meals outside on the patio. We also stay current on our memberships - .you know, "members in “good standing” 😊
You don’t need two perfect legs, a perfect plan, or a completed to-do list to stay balanced. Sometimes all it takes is a little humor, a few good people, and whatever helps you keep your footing when life seems to be on shaky ground.
This week, find your leg to stand on, enjoy the view, and don’t worry if you sway a little now and then. Even flamingos know that staying upright is often more about confidence than perfection.
Positive Reflections...
“He who stands firm is not he who never falls, but he who rises again and again.” — Confucian proverb
Stand firm in the faith; be courageous; be strong.” — 1 Corinthians 16:13
“A firm tree does not fear the wind.” — Chinese Proverb
Music Corner…
When life feels off kilter, music has a way of steadying the soul. These songs remind us to lean on what’s solid, rise when we stumble, and keep standing strong, one beat at a time.
“Lean on Me” – Bill Withers …Timeless reminder that we’re not meant to carry it all alone. Whether you’re the one offering support or the one needing it, this soulful anthem makes space for both. Connection is strength!
“Stand by Me” – Ben E. King … Simple, steady, and true. this classic is like musical hand holding. It’s a good song to give you strength r when you need a little reassurance .
“Keep the Faith” – Bon Jovi … Part pep talk, part fist pump, this song is for when life gets messy and loud. It reminds us that grit and belief can carry us through just about anything.
Positively speaking, Sheri & Bill
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