h*o*p*e

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hope

A small four letter word that holds so much within it

hope, hope, hope

There are many things in this world that I "hope" for

When things we hope for do not happen

We are left feeling disappointed, sad, and most likely upset

When things we hope for do happen

We are elated, filled with joy, and overwhelmed with happiness

Two different emotions

stemming

from one common thing

Hope

Is it worth it?

To hope for something?

To dream about it, envision what life would be like if it happen?

It is good to get excited about it, even though we do not know the outcome?

The potential let down can be

devastating

But the thrill of it happening is joyous

So do you hold onto hope?

The feeling that what is wanted can be had?

Do you

believe

and trust that your desires will unfold before you?

Do you put your guard down and

surrender

to the potential of the unknown?

I know I do

** ~ are you hoping for anything these days?  if you are I would love to hear about it. ~ **

One Another

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We were all there together

Gathered in one place

Each on own journey

Going through our own struggles

Celebrating our own successes

Each of us living our own lives

The Oregon Coast brought us to one another

Gave us the opportunity to slow down

Unearth ourselves

Let go of some of the things we were holding onto

Bring us back to who we are

It gave us the chance to see each other

Look deep into each others eyes

Embrace, hold hands, laugh, smile, and shed tears

It gave us so much more than we ever expected

Friendships were made

Life long bonds were formed

And each of us know we have little cheerleaders out there

Shaking their pom poms for our successes

Wiping our tears and standing beside us in our struggles

Always there for each other

Four days changed our lives forever

We are able to stand a little taller

Lean on each other for support

And know in our hearts we are there

Present for one another

YOU

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If only you could see yourself

The way others see you

Even if it was 

For just a brief moment

If only you could see

The joy you bring

and the love you spread

by simply being you

All the pieces of you

Including the messy ones

and the ones not all together

All of them are you

It is all of these pieces 

That others love

And adore in you

And if only 

you

Could see and feel that 

Through their eyes

Then you would see

How incredible you really are

Just because you are YOU