Eye contact
I relate deeply to that dream right now. Each area of life has been tested by a “storm.” I just stared at the heaviest one in the eye. In that moment of clarity, I received perspective and peace that could not be discovered by running from or avoiding the “storm.”
As everything in my life felt like it was up in the air from the winds in “my storm,” I have sat in the middle with myself and this is where I not only got clarity on “my storm” but also internally and boldness rose within me. In my storm, I have unlocked understanding of me and what truly matters to me.
It’s hard
I understand, once you get through the weeds and see the flowers then it’s easy to remember the beauty of a garden, but for someone starting- it’s so intimidating when you encounter a weed and not to get discouraged that you don’t have the garden yet that you’ve heard about.
If no one tells you, I want to say, “I believe you will witness the beauty and it is worth it, but don’t feel down and alone when it feels hard. Whether you heard it or not- what you are facing is normal. One day you will look back and you won’t see the pain associated with the thorns in the weeds, but you will beam at the garden that’s flourished from it.”
Greatest gifts
Treasure to me is priceless. It’s not something of monetary value to me. I think of a “treasure chest” and searching far and wide or how “treasure” seems to be secured to prevent loss. Who deems it as treasure is up to the individual. What you treasure is what holds the greatest value in your eyes. It brings clarity to the quote, “one man's trash is another man's treasure.”
Gift? Something given that you didn’t earn.
What do you see
You can have both. Both exist. Like the original photo of black and white. You can stare at absence or abundance. You can see void or possibility. Life doesn’t stop. Whether you play a role in the outcome or it feels like life happened to you, I urge you to take a snapshot.
Who do you want to look like
“How would the person I want to be respond right now?,” is a question I have started asking myself continuously.
I get knocked down…
Acknowledging you are walking through something difficult doesn’t make you weak, it makes you honest.
Rough roads
What if it takes journeying on the rough road to discover what you desired from the start?
Embrace the contrast
Are you captivated/open or fearful to differences? Why? There’s not a right or wrong answer. I have experienced a variety of responses to that question alone.
You can set it down
I can encourage you to set down the weight. What is weighing you down? The first step is to identify the weight. Next, allow yourself to recognize why it’s not yours to carry.
In the moment
You are living in a gift and it’s called the present. All you have to do is show up.
Whether the weather
You can dance in the sun with anyone. Who makes dancing in the rain unforgettable? Don’t take them for granted.
She’s got the bug
“My mom is priceless. There is no object that can compare in value to a person.”
Emotions are real
I challenge you to chase after what makes you feel because just maybe you’ll find yourself writing a worthwhile storyline.
Surrounded
Thank people for showing because choosing to be present is a true gift that I hope you are aware of.
24 hours
There are a million little moments that make up the mosaic of our lives. Snapshots are being captured as I write to you. I look forward to seeing the moments that make up all the 24 hours that are still ahead.
What is important to you? I hope you get the chance to invest time in it today, this week, this month and this year.
Thank you, 2024
So many things happen in a year, a month, a week and a day. I hope you take time to hold onto what made you feel loved today and continue to write about those things.
Hi, it’s me again
So many things happen in a year, a month, a week and a day. I hope you take time to hold onto what made you feel loved today and continue to write about those things.